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A business professor explains what he learned by going undercover to work behind the counter in seven fast food restaurants. Later on, Chris Bohjalian shares his new novel about a woman working in a homeless shelter. And we hear one woman's story of battling heroin addiction. Plus, Ruth Reichl pays tribute to the signature foods of the Lower East Side.
Behind the Counter Business Tips
Business professor Jerry Newman recently took a break from the classroom to work behind the counter in seven fast food restaurants. In My Secret Life on the McJob, he explains what he learned about effective management skills by going undercover in restaurants like McDonald’s and Burger King.
My Secret Life ...
The Double Bind
Chris Bohjalian shares his new novel about a woman who becomes obsessed with a box of photos taken by a homeless man.
The Double Bind is available for purchase at amazon.com
A True Story of Heroin Addiction
Kate Holden graduated from the University of Melbourne with an honors degree in classics and literature. But after college, she tried heroin with friends, and it took over her life. She ended up turning to prostitution to support the addiction, before eventually kicking the drug. Her memoir is In My ...
Tastes of the Lower East Side
Ruth Reichl, editor-in-chief of Gourmet magazine, explores some of the most beloved foods of the Lower East Side. She’s joined by Mark and Niki Federman, third and fourth generation owners of Russ & Daughters.
Some Places to Sample Jewish Lower East Side Culture:
Some Places to Sample Jewish Lower East Side Culture:
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