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Act One: The Youth In Asia
When a pet dies, to what degree can it be replaced by another? And to what degree can pets replace people in our lives? David Sedaris tells this story of cats and dogs and other animals.
Act Three: Post-It Not
Comedian Kurt Braunohler makes a wrong choice, for his own amusement.
Act Two: The Heels On The Bus
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