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Last-Minute Thanksgiving Tips

NOV 27, 202438 MIN
The Wirecutter Show

Last-Minute Thanksgiving Tips

NOV 27, 202438 MIN

Description

Thanksgiving is (almost) here, and this week Wirecutter experts share their best last-minute tips to make your holiday a success.

 

Guests: Wirecutter staffers Hannah Morrill, Rose Lorre, Lee Neikirk, Lauren Dragan, Ellen Airhart, James Austin, Phil Ryan, Michael Sullivan, Ben Frumin

 

Products we recommend: 

Podcasts that are great for families

Audiobooks for families

Website recommendation for learning new card games

 

Additional Reading: 

 

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more›

 

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Find edited transcripts for each episode here: The Wirecutter Show Podcast