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194: Before and After
Act Four

Far From Home

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David Sedaris talks about American and French reaction to the recent news in Paris, where he lives. He's the author of Me Talk Pretty One Day and other books. (6 minutes)

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David Sedaris

Song:

“America the Beautiful” by Ray Charles

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