Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone

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Dear Crinkle Episode 69: The leader of the pack, Stuck in Georgia, and repositioning the silverware. Dec 11, 2025

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You’ve got the questions, we’ve got the answers: Join Bonnie Burns (Paula Poundstone’s manager, aka “Captain Crinkle”), Paula Poundstone, Adam Felber, and Toni Anita Hull for America’s #1 comedy advice mini-sode and climbing the charts.

This week: Crazy questions from a girlfriend, Should I move to Chicago? and My wife didn’t say anything – am I weird?

Need advice? Email us at dearcrinkle@gmail.com.

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EP. 387: Self-IMPROVment with Kat Koppett! Dec 09, 2025

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Is improv useful for something BESIDES Adam’s resumé? Author/expert Kat Koppett is here to talk about applied improvisation and lead our group to better communication! And then, it’s time to weed out the info from the disinformation: “Paula’s Fact-Finding Fiesta” returns!

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Kat Koppett

Applied Improv Pioneer, Author & Consultant

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Ron Bellamy

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Dear Crinkle Episode 68: Finding Mr. Right, Shoes that might be wrong, and the pooper without a scooper. Dec 04, 2025

Show notes

Join Bonnie Burns (Paula Poundstone’s manager, aka “Captain Crinkle”), Paula Poundstone, Adam Felber, and Toni Anita Hull for America’s #1 comedy advice mini-sode and climbing the charts.

This week’s problems: Who knew she could be such a fool? Where ‘em or scare ‘em, and sick of stepping in poop.

Need advice? Email your problems to dearcrinkle@gmail.com.

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EP 386: We’re Betting on Mike Pesca! Dec 02, 2025

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What’s up with the explosion of online sports betting? Is it awesome? Or really really not awesome? Mike Pesca breaks down the odds. And then, gear up for the holidays with a festive edition of “Toni’s Craft Corner!”

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Mike Pesca

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Dear Crinkle Episode 67: THANKSGIVING SPECIAL: Who wants a turkey roll? Toilet seat cover placement, and how to get my family to listen to me. Nov 27, 2025

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Join Bonnie Burns (Paula Poundstone’s manager, aka “Captain Crinkle”), Paula Poundstone, Adam Felber and Toni Anita Hull for America’s #1 comedy advice mini-sode and climbing the charts.

This week’s problems: “Gobble gobble – turkey turkey: “How do I tell that guy not to bring a turkey roll!?” Tired of squatting, and a family on their stupid flat thing.

Need advice? We’re here to help. Email us at dearcrinkle@gmail.com.

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Ep. 385: All the Words with Stefan Fatsis Nov 25, 2025

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What’s the good word? We don’t know, but author/journalist/immersive adventurer Stefan Fatsis does, especially after embedding himself at Merriam Webster! And as Thanksgiving approaches, be thankful that you haven’t experienced these Worst Thanksgivings Ever!

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Stefan Fatsis

Unabridged The Thrill of (and Threat to) the Modern Dictionary

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Dear Crinkle Episode 66: Make new friends, but keep the old? Cliquey mean girl vibe, and listeners advise! Nov 20, 2025

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Join Bonnie Burns (Paula Poundstone’s manager, aka “Captain Crinkle”), Paula Poundstone, Adam Felber and Toni Anita Hull for America’s #1 comedy advice mini-sode and climbing the charts.

This week’s problems: Outgrowing friends, Women trying to undermine women, and using your roommate’s t-shirts to blow your nose.

Need advice? Want to try something new? Email your problems to dearcrinkle@gmail.com.

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EP 384: Nonviolent Resistance with Maria Stephan Nov 18, 2025

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Do revolutions work without getting all shooty? Or even slappy? Do they work better? Author Maria Stephan has done ALL the research. And our favorite sailor comes ashore to host our favorite game - it’s “Land Ho! with Toni Anita Hull.”

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Maria Stephan

Why Civil Resistance Works: The Strategic Logic of Nonviolent Conflict

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Dear Crinkle Ep. 65: SPECIAL EDITION: THESE GUYS ARE STUCK Starring: A dumb Doctor, a moral dilemma, and an update for the Special Ed teacher! Nov 13, 2025

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Join Bonnie Burns (Paula Poundstone’s manager, aka “Captain Crinkle”), Paula Poundstone and Adam Felber for sage advice on America’s #1 comedy advice mini-sode and climbing the charts.

This week’s problems: “My doctor is ignorant about nutrition,” “A guy in a ski mask almost assaulted me,” and listeners’ advice for the special ed teacher.

Need advice? Email us @dearcrinkle@gmail.com. We are happy to help. New episode every Thursday.

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EP. 383: Replacement Parts with Mary Roach Nov 11, 2025

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Need a new nose? Or a foot? Or a kidney? What’s the history and the state-of-the-art in new parts? Returning champion Mary Roach, author of “Replaceable You” is here to give us an estimate! And then, take those new parts out to meet people - it’s our “Icebreakers!”

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Mary Roach

Replaceable You: Adventures in Human Anatomy

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