Dec 14, 2006 (Talk of the Nation) — It's holiday party season again, and Talk of the Nation unwraps its guide to surviving the festivities. Amy Sedaris offers up some tongue-in-cheek advice on throwing the perfect bash.
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Surviving the Holiday Party
Dec 14, 2006 (Talk of the Nation) — It's holiday party season again, and Talk of the Nation unwraps its guide to surviving the festivities. Amy Sedaris offers up some tongue-in-cheek advice on throwing the perfect bash.It's holiday party season again, and Talk of the Nation unwraps its guide to surviving the festivities. Amy Sedaris offers up some tongue-in-cheek advice on throwing the perfect bash. A discussion on surviving the holiday party.
Guests:
Amy Sedaris, Author of I Like You: Hospitality Under the Influence
Steve Kleinedler, Lexicographer, Editor of 100 Words to Make You Sound Smart
Amy Dickinson, Writes the syndicated column "Ask Amy" for the Chicago Tribune
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