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Mentioned in 5 episodes

Barrel Fever

Book • 1994

Barrel Fever is a 1994 collection of short stories and essays by David Sedaris, offering a humorous and irreverent look at modern life.

The book includes famous essays like 'SantaLand Diaries' and 'Diary of a Smoker', showcasing Sedaris's unique blend of wit and empathy.

The stories are often darkly comedic and provocative, making the book a distinctive read.

Mentioned by

Chelsea Handler

Mentioned in 5 episodes

Mentioned by

Ira Glass

as the book where

David Sedaris

' "Santa Land Diaries" is published.

Christmas and Commerce

Mentioned by

Ira Glass

as one of the books where

David Sedaris

' "Santaland Diaries" is published.

Christmas and Commerce

Mentioned by

Bari Weiss

as one of

David Sedaris

's many best-selling books.

A Holiday Treat with David Sedaris!

Mentioned by

Bari Weiss

as some of her favorite books by the author.

David Sedaris: Punching Down

Mentioned by

Sam Fragoso

as

David Sedaris

' first essay collection, published in 1994.

David Sedaris: A Life On and Off the Page

Mentioned by

Chelsea Handler

as the first book by David Sedaris she read and enjoyed.

Ep 266: Chelsea Handler

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