Today is the first class in our new January/February four class set. We will start class with a casual conversation. We have started a new book. Please try to finish Day 1 2008 and begin Friendship 1938. We will discuss the characters and possible themes of the book- including friendship. I have included some listening material for you for extra-practice.

Prologue

Ira meets two sisters who got into a fight, and then learned a lesson in turning the other cheek. (8 minutes) By Ira Glass

Act One The Big Nap

A hardened PI works the toughest case of his very young life. (18 minutes) By Simon Rich

Act Two The Gladiator Starring Ruffled Crow

Producer Aviva DeKornfeld talks to a man who finds himself the target of vengeful crows. (8 minutes) By Aviva DeKornfeld

Act Three You’ll Spank Me Later For This

Comedian Josh Johnson wonders if some people should’ve been spanked as kids. (10 minutes) By Josh Johnson

Act Four The Feels on the Bus

Writer Etgar Keret reads his story about a bus driver who refuses to open the doors for late passengers. (9 minutes)