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  976-1313 - How Sports Phone...

  Scott Orgera, Howie Karpin

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  Sports Phone set out to change the way scores and breaking news were consumed, and in turn ended up setting the tone for the up-to-the-second updates we take for granted today. Found among those who called the service home are some of the most well-known broadcasters, reporters, public address announcers, and other prominent media figures — as well as several who’ve been successful in Hollywood and the music industry. A veritable breeding ground for these now-polished professionals, the dial-up platform that once handled 50 million calls in a year churned out talent at a level likely not seen before or since. 
  Brought to you by media veterans Scott Orgera and Sports Phone alum Howie Karpin, 976-1313: How Sports Phone Launched Careers and Broke New Ground features never-before-told tales of triumph and tragedy, a mix of hilarity, inspiration, and regret from the broadcasting hopefuls and sports junkies that comprised the brains and voices behind the pioneering operation. If you were assembling an All-Star team of media personnel, you’d only have to look as far as Sports Phone’s ranks. 
  As colorful as that cast of characters was, those who dialed 976-1313 regularly had their own yarns to spin. They form a tapestry of hardcore fans, award-winning actors, well-known comedians, impulsive gamblers, Broadway singers, and infamous mobsters, each with captivating stories told within these pages. 
  With 75 years of collective experience between them, Karpin and Orgera interviewed more than a hundred people en route to creating what is a must-read. 
  Much of what we see and hear today was started by Sports Phone, and this tome covers untapped historical territory from every angle, kicked off with a compelling foreword written by revered broadcaster Kenny Albert.

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  John Mulaney - The Ultimate...

  Trivia Hub

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  JOHN MULANEY 
  THE ULTIMATE TRIVIA AND CURIOUS FACTS COLLECTION 
    
  CREATED BY TRIVIA HUB 
    
  John Mulaney is an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer. Born in Chicago, he gained recognition as a writer for Saturday Night Live (SNL), where he co-created Stefon. He has hosted SNL six times, joining the Five-Timers Club. Mulaney's stand-up specials include The Comeback Kid, Kid Gorgeous, and Baby J, the latter two winning him Emmy Awards for writing. He created the sitcom Mulaney, and is involved in Documentary Now!, Big Mouth, and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Mulaney has also toured with Nick Kroll as their characters, George St. Geegland and Gil Faizon in Oh, Hello. He has been open about his struggles with substance use. 
    
  CURIOUS FACT SAMPLES: 
    
  John Mulaney was born on August 26, 1982, in Chicago, Illinois. Both of his parents were lawyers, with his mother teaching at Northwestern University and his father working as a partner at a law firm.  
    
  Mulaney's parents are of Irish Catholic heritage. His maternal great-grandparents include a Republican mayor and congressman from Salem, Massachusetts, and an immigrant from County Mayo, Ireland. 
    
  At the age of seven, Mulaney was a member of a children's sketch group called "The Rugrats". He also had the opportunity to audition for the role of Kevin in "Home Alone," but his parents declined.  
    
  In junior high, Mulaney would perform skits instead of doing reports with his best friend. He also frequented the Museum of Broadcast Communications to watch archived episodes of shows like "I Love Lucy" and "The Tonight Show".

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  Beyond Guilt Trips - Mindful...

  Anu Taranath

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  Every year, hundreds of thousands of young people pack their bags to study or volunteer abroad. Well-intentioned and curious Westerners—brought up to believe that international travel broadens our horizons—travel to low-income countries to learn about people and cultures different from their own. While travel abroad can provide much-needed perspective, it can also be deeply unsettling, confusing, and discomforting. Travelers can find themselves unsure about how to think or speak about the differences in race or culture they find, even though these differences might have fueled their desire to travel in the first place. 
   
   
   
  In Beyond Guilt Trips: Mindful Travel in an Unequal World, storyteller Anu Taranath begins at home, unpacking our baggage about who we are, where we come from, and how much we have. She takes us on a journey through engaging personal travel stories and thought-provoking questions, providing us with tools to grapple with our discomfort and navigate differences with accountability and connection. Yes, travel! But be mindful. Be present.

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  Worst-Case Scenario Survival...

  David Borgenicht, Joshua Piven,...

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  Don’t get caught with your pants down! 
  Keep this audio-book under the pillow, in the glove compartment, and anywhere you might encounter the perils of romance! 
  Experts provide instructions on what you need to know fast, like how to fend off a pickup artist, how to have sex in a small space, how to deal with a cheating lover, how to remove difficult clothing, how to survive an obsessive ex, how to survive if you wake up next to someone whose name you don’t remember. 
  Plus a handy appendix of body language, pickup lines and useful excuses. 
  Don't miss other titles in the collection of Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbooks. 
  © 2001 Book Soup Publishing, Inc.; (P) 2002 Listen & Live Audio, Inc.

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  Axolotl Fact Book for Kids:...

  Ciel Publishing

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  THE PERFECT GIFT FOR PET OWNERS AND AXOLOTL FANS! 
  With this book, kids will uncover amazing facts about the coolest amphibian around! From their unique physical features to their quirky behaviors, this fact-packed guide will captivate young readers. 
  In Axolotl Facts for Kids, you will:Dive into the fascinating world of axolotls: discover the weird and wonderful secrets of these unique creatures that will leave you amazed.Explore their habitats: from the murky waters of Lake Xochimilco to the comfort of your own home, learn how to provide the perfect environment for your axolotl.Get up close and personal: understand the behavior and communication of your axolotl, and learn how to interact with them like never before.Keep them healthy: master the art of feeding, breeding, and maintaining the health of your axolotl with expert tips and advice.Experience the fun: uncover a range of fun and educational activities for kids, including coloring pages, word searches, and step-by-step drawing guides.And much more: uncover intriguing axolotl myths and legends and expand your knowledge of these extraordinary creatures in ways you never thought possible. 
  So come on, let's take a journey through the watery world of the axolotl and discover things you never knew! Click 'add to cart' button and get a copy of this book today!

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  Stop Clutter from Stealing Your...

  Mike Nelson

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  According to Mike Nelson, a recovering clutterer who knows first-hand what clutter can do and how it can be controlled, clutter is not just a minor annoyance or an organizational challenge.It can hurt self-esteem and relationships, contribute to financial problems, and even lead to unemployment.  Stop Clutter from Stealing Your Life gives you the practical advice you need to de-clutter you life and get yourself on the path to recovery.The tips you’ll find throughout, such as clutter-free zones or establishing systems and filing habits will get your organized-for good!

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