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851: Try a Little Tenderness

This American Life

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Timeliness and Tolerance

This chapter explores the rigid principles of a bus driver who prioritizes fairness over compassion by refusing to wait for late passengers, creating tension with those left behind. In contrast, Eddie, a kind-hearted cook with a chronic condition, learns about the complexities of time and connection as he navigates his own struggles with punctuality and personal relationships.

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