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Author Alison Owings talks with Diane about her coast-to-coast travels to find out what waitresses - at five-star hotels, local diners, and every place in between - think about the job, their co-workers, and customers who don't tip too well.
Alison Owings, author
Author Jon Katz describes the evolving relationship between humans and pets in his latest book. He profiles Americans' increasing reliance on their dogs for emotional support - "Tending to Life, Love, and Family" - as human society becomes increasingly disaffected and disconnected.
Jon Katz, author of six novels and ten works of nonfiction, he writes columns about dogs and rural life for "Slate" and cohosts an award-winning show, "Dog Talk," on Northeast Public Radio.
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