St. Patrick's Day is an excuse for getting drunk, but alcoholic overindulgence means hangovers. Is there a cure? Are there tips? Hair of the dog? Listen as the Frugal Yankees do more than sleep it off.

John Hanson Mitchell literally explores the natural history of Boston then and now. The evolution of an urban environment, what was lost, what was gained and where are we going next. We talk to the author of THE PARADISE OF ALL THESE PARTS.

Maine lobsters are in trouble. Demand has shrunk, production hasn't, now toss in the failing economy and an ocean of red ink emerges. Maine Lobster Council's Dane Somers explains what happened and what lies ahead for Maine's important lobster industry.

The myth persists. Genius is unlocked with drugs like heroin. Michael Largo chronicles the destructiveness of this myth in his latest book. The Frugal Yankee talked with him.

Frugal Yankee Garen Daly visits Virginia Prescott and NHPR's Word of Mouth to discuss the plight of Maine's lobster industry.
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Convenience fees, facitlity fees and more jack up concert tickets. Now the two biggest concert companies are ready to do battle. Frugal Yankee Garen Daly talsk with Word of Mouth's Virginia Prescott to see if competition will help the ticket buyer.

HorrorFest showcases the best new scary movies & emerging fulm makers. Festival creator Courtney Solomon sheds like on a dark subject with Garen Daly.

Yankee Magazine's Editor Mel Allen talks with the Frugal Yankee on having fun in winter. From going to winter carnivals to building your own igloo, winter in New England is a time to relish.

All cinemas will be digital. Walt Dinsey's Jason Brenek talks about 3D movies, live concerts, sporting events, new initiatives & future events inside the traditional megaplex.

With winter ending New Englanders are thinking "homegrown spring foods." Yankee Magazine Food Editor, Annie Copps talked with several local chefs on which foods can we eat now. Fiddelheads and parsnips are just the beginning.

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Rory Nugent's "Down at the Docks" tells of New Bedford's fishermen & a city adrift. How the US government's ignorance is ending the days of the piscatorial warrior and how a new world is changing this country.

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Emily Yellin tells how calling customer service is a disservice in her book YOUR CALL IS (not that) IMPORTANT TO US, an examination of a huge, aggravating industry. We ask, "Is there hope or will we be on hold forever?"

The X-Files' RW Goodwin chats about ALIEN TRESPASS, a 50s sci-fi spoof starring Eric McCormack. Goodwin reveals intentionally bad sfx, the meaning of terp and more. Hear this podcast, but keep a vigilant eye on the skies. They're coming!

Ryan Fleck (Half-Nelson) & Anna Boden direct SUGAR, a film where a young Latino pitcher tries to make the 'bigs' by way of Iowa. This isn't simply a good baseball movie. They expain why with the Frugal Yankee.

THE SOLOIST & STATE OF PLAY are two new films focusing on journalists & newspapers. Garen Daly examines them and their place in Hollywood's treatment of them. NH Public Radio's Word of Mouth with Virgina Prescott hosted.

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Laura Knoy of NH Public Radio's THE EXCHANGE talked with Frugal Yankee Garen Daly & economics professor Amy Schmidt on the changing landscape of American consumerism. Is there a New Frugality taking hold?

Over 600,000 Americans & 70 million people globally died in the 1918 flu. epidemic. As swine flu moves across the world, the Frugal Yankees talk with Alfred Crosby author of the definitive book on that tragic period.

BBQ tips with Boston chef Brian Flagg focuses in on seasonal, affordable foods including clams, asparagus & lamb. Simple, elegant, tasty. Brian is the head chef of North 26 located in the Millennium Bostonian Hotel.

Yoga is the subject of Kate Chruchill's film ENLIGHTEN UP, a quest to find why 18 million Americans practice this ancient exercise.

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Has the recession changed weddings & their guests? The Frugal Yankee asked Jodi Smith of Mannersmith.com to answer that question and some more.

Weddings are challenging enough, now toss in a recession. Frugal Yankee Garen Daly sat down with WORD OF MOUTH host Virgina Prescott and looked at how to save when money is tight.

With over 50,000 choices, how do you navigate through supermarket aisles finding healthy, tasty food for your family? Registered dietician Leslie Cordella-Simon has ways.

Remy Stern pulls back the curtain on the $$billion/yr infomercial industry. Tactics, tricks & why late night works better than prime time. But Wait...There's More!!!

But Wait ... There's More!: Tighten Your Abs, Make Millions, and Learn How the $100 Billion Infomercial Industry Sold Us Everything But the Kitchen Sink

Men are jokes. Just look at a TV commercial & it's bad news. Author Guy Garcia discusses his book THE DELCINE OF MEN How the American Male is Turning Off, Giving Up & Flipping Off His Future.

The Decline of Men: How the American Male Is Tuning Out, Giving Up, and Flipping Off His Future

Topics: bottle vs tap water with the MWRA's Joshua Das plus opposable thumbs & texting, and other tips. Hosted by Garen Daly & Louise Reilly Sacco.

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Having a frugal fun Fourth of July. Is your car mechanic bad? Hayden Pantierre's tattoo boo-boo, plus more.

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Robert Kenner, director of FOOD INC, a new documentary exposing the industrialization of food production & it's health risks has a provocative conversation with the Frugal Yankee.

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Topics for this show: frugal summer vacation ideas, tips that don't make sense, the new Harry Potter movie.

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Children headed for surgery face fears while parents worry. Child Life Specialist Sierre Schaeffer-Spritz, from Newton Wellesley Hospital explains a new approach to help child & parent & why it is so important.

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Vacations are a must, but tough times means cut backs. Can you have a vacation & not spend a lot? Yes, says Melissa Massello editor of Shoestring Magazine.

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A premium potato based vodka from Maine is winning awards & creating buzz. The Frugal Yankee talks with Bob Harkins about Cold River Vodka.

Visit COLD RIVER VODKA's web site. Tell 'em the Frugal Yankee sent you. Then let us know how you liked the vodka.

Harvard University's Kermit Baker checks in on the home remodeling sector. Is the recession still hammering it? What are the signs it is getting better.

Kermit Baker is a Senior Research Fellow at Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies, and is the Project Director of the Remodeling Futures Program. This research effort, which began in 1995, is the first comprehensive analysis of U.S. remodeling activity ever undertaken by the Joint Center. Its goal is to develop an improved understanding of the dynamics of the U.S. repair and renovation industry so that businesses can better take advantage of the opportunities that this market offers.

Harvard University's Kermit Baker on home remodeling trends, films reviews plus tips on saving money and enjoying life.

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Nora Ephron's new movie is JULIE & JULIA. The Frugal Yankee tracked down Judith Jones, Julia Child's first editor/publisher. We talked about the famous chef, the movie, New England and the state of food in America.

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Documentary film director Aviva Kempner discusses YOO HOO MRS GOLDBERG, her movie on Gertrude Berg, the woman who created the modern TV sitcom, won an Emmy and a Tony, was the Oprah of her day & defended friends from the Black List.

Boston's favorite chef Jasper White comments on his friend Julia Child & the new movie JULIE & JULIA. Was it accurate? Did Meryl Streep capture this remarkable woman? Did Julia impact America? And more.

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Find out more about JULIE & JULIA by listening to the Frugal Yankee's conversation with JUDITH JONES, Julia Child's editor and friend.

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NY Times Best Seller author Chris Anderson examines the new paradigm of 'free', how the internet has changed marketing, selling and how consumers can take advantage of it. Maybe there is a 'free lunch'.

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Chef Mark Hallets explains why NOT YOUR AVERGAE JOES restaurants decided to go with local with fresh produce, fresh fish and grass fed meat. It's impact on diners and the local economy helps everyone.

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Boston Red Sox Senior Business Analyst Tim Zue goes beyond the Green Monster to reveal the inside info on a typical game day at Fenway Park. How many people work there? I'm a visiting dignitary, how do I get free tickets? And more.

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Fenway Park fan Tim Shea has written the ultimate Fenway Park book. Full of history, but more importantly, full of ways to save on your trips to America's most beloved ball park.

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PoorGirl Gourmet Amy McCoy begins the first step towards Frugal Tailgating, setting the menu. It doesn't have to cost a bundle and still be a gastronomical hit. Plus you can fool the guys who think the only 'good' food is stuff that's bad for you. Amy has got some terrific ideas




Read more about Amy McCoy and her Porr Girl recipes by going to her web site POOR GIRL GOURMET If anyone asks, tell 'em the frugal Yankee sent you.

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Stretcher.com founder Gary Foreman talks saving money, recession trends & the importance of savvy consumerism with the Frugal Yankees. Dollar Stretcher is one of the oldest & most respected sites for saving money & smart shoppers.

After listening to Gary & the podcast, swing by the DOLLAR STRETCHER web site. See why the Frugal Yankee and many other savvy people enjoy what they are doing. Be sure to tell we sent you.

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Shopping splurges are actually good for you - if done right. SmartMoney.com's Kelli Grant explains the psychology and how to do it.

NO IMPACT MAN is Colin Beavan who went a year without hurting the environment while living in NYC. His story along with his wife's and two year old daughter is the premise of the film, the book and the blog. Garen Daly talked with him. Enjoy the podcast.

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A documentary crew follows Colin Beavan, his wife and 2 year old daughter around for 1 year as they attempt to live without leaving any ecological impact in the world. Problem is they live in Manhattan, in a 9th floor 750 sq.foot apartment.

This straight ahead doc depicts their decisions and struggles of giving up electricity, fridges and toilet paper. The center of the film is not Colin, but his wife. Her skepticism and gameness are the very core that makes this documentary a cut above and allows it not to be a 'preaching to the choir' tree hugger film.

NO IMPACT MAN is enjoyable exploration of modern life, modern couples and, oh yeah, being green

Kathy Kaehler is a fitness & health guru. In this podcast she offers tips on frugal & healthy after school snacks, a time when kids could easily fall into poor eating habits.

Kathy has been fitness guide to stars like Julia Robert, Jennifer Anniston and more. She has five books, a bunch of videos, but most importantly she is a mom of three boys.

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Save money by packing your own lunch. Poor Girl Gourmet Amy McCoy shares some ideas with Garen Daly & Louise Reilly Sacco, the Frugal Yankees

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Health insurance questions, what to buy in October and Groupons are on the table. The Frugal Yankees are joined by John Frassica and Shoestring Magazine's Melissa Massello.

Save money using Restaurant.com, watch out for burgeoning debit card fees and a personal stroy on how health costs are getting unaffordable, all told with the down home charm of Garen Daly & Louise Reilly Sacoo, the Frugal Yankees.

Author Harriet Reisen on Louisa May Alcott, great web sites for recipes and reviewing three new films in this episode of the Frugal Yankee

Author Harriet Reisen wrote THE WOMAN WHO WROTE LITTLE WOMEN a biography of Louisa May Alcott. From stunning poverty to one of the wealthiest women alive, Ms Alcott was a remarkable human being.

IN CHEAP WE TRUST chronicles America's ambivalence with saving & spending. Lauren Weber's engaging novel starts with the Puritans & ends up in the current recession, a perfect topic for the Frugal Yankee.

Uncle John's Bathroom Reader is full of trivia, stories & history. It is the essential book while sitting on the throne. The Frugal Yankee talks with its founder and bad pun collector.

Cheap has gotten a bad name, bathroom reading gets better & the Feds finally reign in greedy banks - it's all on this issue of THE FRUGAL YANKEE with hosts Garen Daly & Louise Reilly Sacco.

The Frugal Yankees question whether Black Friday is worth it & look behind a Canadian movement called Buy Nothing Day. Full of tips, ideas and web sites.

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The Feast of the Seven Fishes is a traditional part of Italy's Christmas. Boston chef Gianni Caruso shows how to take this time of year's Italian dishes out of the restaurant & into your home.

Check out Gianni's great recipes on the BRICCO web site. The recipe link is right under the pictures.

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Boston's best Santa shares some great tips for parents to help them make the experience an enjoyable and lasting memory.

Here are a few more tips on SEEING SANTA:

Remember, the Santa and child photo is not the most important thing. Success is if the child enjoys meeting Santa and forms a lifelong memory. If you get a great picture, that's a bonus.

Santa is unusual. He doesn't look like a child's parents or most other adults. This newness can be scary, even for a sociable child. Enthusiastic or not, any child may react differently when the face-to-face visit with the Big Man happens, but here are a few tips from the experts.

1. DON'T OVERSELL
Keep expectations low key. Any child can feel overwhelmed when a big guy starts booming "HO, HO, HO!" A calm conversation just before meeting him will help. Perhaps a question like "What will you ask Santa for?"

2. LET SANTA DO HIS JOB

PBS's American Masters is showing a documentary on Louisa May Alcott. We talked with its director Nancy Porter about the subject, the techniques used and why Louisa was decades ahead of her time.