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12:06Holiday Gadget Guide

Guest host: Matthew Felling

Whether it's a flat-screen TV, an iPhone or a snazzy new laptop, the gadgets on your loved one's holiday wish list can quickly break your budget. We'll get expert tips on this year's tech gifts and consider which ones are worth the money.

13:06The History of Thanksgiving

The story of how pilgrims and Indians came together for a Thanksgiving meal is a deeply-ingrained piece of American lore. But the details of that feast and its relationship to modern Thanksgiving meals are unknown to most of us. Join us for a look at the holiday's history and how our traditions have changed since the first Thanksgiving feast in 1621.

13:32Heritage Turkeys

Guest host: Matthew Felling

They go by names like Bourbon Red, Jersey Buff, and White Midget: heritage turkeys increasingly prized for the Thanksgiving table. Boosters say they're a delicious and humane alternative to the ubiquitous Broad Breasted White , which comprises 99.99% of the store-bought turkeys. We learn about heritage breeds, and the movement to preserve the genetic history of American agriculture.