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What exactly is composting? Okay, how ‘bout vermicomposting - what’s that, and what kind of wine should you pair it with? North Carolina State University’s Rhonda Sherman, um, breaks it all down for us! Plus, Toni and Bonnie find themselves censured by our Book Club - we must have order! And get out you bifocals and squint at that bag of Funyuns - it’s our brand new Department of Fine Print. GUEST...

What’s the deal with Paula’s chronic cough, and can it be cured? More importantly, can it be be cured without giving up Double Stuf Oreos? Well, due to unforeseen circumstances, we lost our guest Cough Expert for this one, so Dr. Bonnie “Captain Crinkle” Burns* and Dr. Toni Anita Hull* step in to school the rest of us! Also - more Aunt Stories! GUESTS Drs. Bonnie Burns* and Toni Anita Hull* on the...

Now that restaurants have returned... can Paula find gainful employment as a hostess in a high-end establishment? Former NYC top-drawer hostess Tracy Willet breaks it down on our “Career Corner.” Plus another, um, cosmopolitan take on “Moby Dick“ and a guided tour of Ireland with Toni and Cap’n Crinkle! GUEST Tracy Willet Former NYC Restaurant Hostess HOUSE BAND Zack Ford Musical Theatre Accompani...

Headaches can be a real headache. But what causes them, and why? Dr. Stephanie Nahas is on hand to help us get our heads examined. Also, the Book Club takes an unexpectedly cosmopolitan turn, and... Mailbag! Thanks to Paula's best friend in the whole world, french horn virtuoso, maestro Jim Ross as this week's house band!  GUEST Dr. Stephanie Nahas  Associate Professor, Jefferson University Direct...

What’s a cult? How do you know if you’re in one? Is your Leader’s devotion to Butterfingers a warning sign? Therapist Rachel Bernstein is on hand to teach us how it all works and discuss some of the recent trends that seem to be Making Cults Great Again. Plus, we have more show descriptions and some surprise Senatorial guests at our Book Club! GUEST Rachel Bernstein Licensed Marriage & Family Ther...

Does Paula have what it takes to be a polar explorer? Actual polar explorer Ann Bancroft drops by to tell us what it’s like up there, and give us the skinny on all the fatty meals Paula will need to eat! Plus - we’re sorry, our bad... it’s time for your latest complaints in our Department of Corrections! GUEST Ann Bancroft Explorer https://www.annbancroftfoundation.org/   HOUSE BAND Ansel Norris T...

If death and taxes are the two certainties, why are taxes so much more complicated to do? USC Professor Nicolas Duquette returns to walk us the the ins, outs, and interesting history of everyone’s least favorite pastime. Plus - Quote Party! The whole group brings favorite quotations to amuse, astound, and befuddle. Show Notes - Ms. Nancy does the vocab song - Quotes! GUEST Dr. Nicolas DuquetteProf...

Paula’s extreme “Breaking Bad” jones is satisfied by an appearance from none other than Marie Schrader - actress Betsy Brandt comes by to serve as our acting coach! Also, our reading of “Moby Dick” might be progressing slowly, but our Book Club has some new officers. GUEST Betsy Brandt Actress Critics' Choice Award Nominee for her performance in the AMC series SOULMATES HOUSE BAND Kevin Kelso on T...

What is biodiversity, why is it important, and does it have a beat you can dance to? Dr. Lauren Oakes comes by to tell us why diversity isn’t just for humans, and how maintaining it can help us all. Plus, our cast plumbs the depths of both Moby Dick and our ever-popular... mailbag! GUEST Dr. Lauren Oakes Conservation Scientist and Adaptation Specialist, Wildlife Conservation Society Adjunct Profes...

How can Paula make the best use of her time? How can Adam de-clutter his space? Efficiency expert Gwynnae Byrd helps us unravel the secrets of managing our worlds. Plus - we have new theme songs to play for you, new entries in one of our most popular — and longest running — contests. GUEST Gwynnae Byrd Business Efficiency Consultant & Home Organizer gbconsultingservices.com/about/ HOUSE BAND Siste...

How do you report information in the disinformation age? Judy Woodruff tells us the truth about lies. Plus - Book Club! The first rule of Book Club is “Choose a Book for Book Club,” and we do just that. And believe it or not, we’re finally approaching the end of the 100th caller contest... will this be the week?  GUEST Judy Woodruff Anchor and Managing Editor, PBS NewsHour HOUSE BAND Colin Miller ...

Today we are live in front of the Gator Christian Church off the I-95 in Florida for Former President Trump's first press conference since leaving office. Thank you to our dedicated team of reporters, Guy Stevenson Jimmy Tingle, Sharon Barr, Ricky Garay, Judith Kargbo, Cathy Ladman, Bonnie Burns and Toni Anita Hull. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wait - so flies are deadly to soldiers, but maggots are good for them? And why is it so hard to find a donor for a genital transplant these days? Mary Roach, author of “Grunt: The Curious Science of Humans at War” comes by to reveal the weird scientific secrets of the battlefield. And speaking of troops, the aunts come marching in again - we’ve got more auntie stories! GUEST Mary Roach Author http...

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We know that contact tracing is vital these days, but how does it work? Who’s doing it? Well, Dr. Marta Induni, for one! She’s the Principal Investigator of the PublIc Health Institute, and she’s here to tell us how she’s tracking us. Plus: Bring a warm plate of your best facts— it’s our first Potluck Info Party! GUEST Dr. Marta Induni Principal investigator, Public Health Institute Director, Trac...

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In a world where people can’t congregate, what’s a live performer supposed to do for a living? Tim Lo, founder of Your Next Jump, helps Paula and Adam polish up their resumes. Plus: Our 1st “Mailbag!” of the New Year. GUEST Tim Lo Founder & Managing Director, Your Next Jump https://www.yournextjump.com/ HOUSE BAND Cory Springhorn, Nobody from Shoreview, MN Trumpet Learn more about your ad choices....

Everybody is DONE with 2020, so Paula and the crew are here with stories of memorable New Year's Eve, from the before time, when we could remember stuff. Plus, the prize in the box: Our first-ever New Year’s Eve Pageant: “Toni’s Dream Cruise.” Thank you, Nobodies, for helping us through a monumentally awful year. Let’s CRUSH this next one! Thanks to house band Matt Butterfield on the oboe! Listen...

Paula and Adam are live on the Stereo app, taking listener questions and comments! Go to Stereo.com to download the app and follow Paula and Adam to join the for their next live broadcast. @adamfelber @paulapoundstone Intro song "Not My Butterfinger" by Paula Poundstone available on iTunes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Christmas, and you’re wondering whether to watch “Wonder Woman 1984.” Paula and Adam are here to help out by reviewing “Gremlins.” Plus, Bonnie and Toni are back with another group report. This one’s on the North Pole. Because of course it is. HOUSE BAND Kristen LeJeune Viola https://kristenviolin.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Paula talks with cranberry farmer Leo Cakounes to find out why the business is bogged down. And with our beloved Toni Anita Hull on the injured list, can our producer Land Romo step in and save the day?  GUEST Leo Cakounes  Local Farmer Cranberry Bog Tours cranberrybogtours.com HOUSE BAND Raymond Horton, from Floyds Knobs, Indiana Euphonium, Bass Trombone and Tuba Learn more about your ad choices....

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Spider expert Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice was so nice we wanted to have her twice. She’s back to talk about her other insect obsession: Ants! Paula indulges her fascination with the critters while Adam relives a childhood trauma. Also: Aunts! Our gang and our listeners share stories about their Mom’s or Dad’s sisters. GUEST Dr. Eleanor Spicer Rice Researcher Author of Ants: Workers of the World HOUSE...

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