Minnesota-born comedian shares 'Tiny Pep Talks' for everyday struggles
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Life can be awkward and annoying for all of us. Whether you’re gathering the courage to make a doctor’s appointment, telling the server the food isn’t what you ordered or you’re throwing a party but no one is there yet.
That’s where Minnesota-born comedian Paula Skaggs comes in.
Her new book, “Tiny Pep Talks,” co-written with Josh Linden, aims to gas us up for all the low-stakes situations in life where we might need a boost. Paula Skaggs joins MPR News host Nina Moini to talk about it.
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