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Quote by Tom Bodett

“Somebody says, 'Do a Tom Bodett, a folksy kind of thing,' and it sounds like something out of 'Hee Haw,' very insulting. They turn wry humor into disparaging sarcasm, and you get what amounts to insulting advertising.”

Quote by Tom Bodett

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Tom Bodett, born on February 23, 1955, is an American author known for his humor and wit. His work, particularly his poetry and prose for the radio program 'Morning Edition' on NPR, has gained him widespread recognition. more

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