Samantha Irby On Finding The Humor In Serious Situations

The Leonard Lopate Show | Jul 26, 2017

Author Samantha Irby, creator of the blog “Bitches Gotta Eat,” joins us to discuss her latest book We Are Never Meeting in Real Life. Irby's collection of thoughtful and funny essays reflect on her relationship with an estranged alcoholic father, her battle with Crohn's disease, and how relationships with friends change as they move from drinking buddies to suburban moms.

Phoebe Robinson guest hosted this segment of "The Leonard Lopate Show."

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