Thanksgiving is about a lot more than just the turkey, though it is still pretty important.

Should You Feast Responsibly on Thanksgiving, Or Just Dig In?

The Leonard Lopate Show | Nov 24, 2014

The turkey might be the star for many on Thanksgiving, but there is so much more to consider when you are cooking the meal, hosting guests, or arriving as a guest yourself. Dan Pashman, creator and host of WNYC's James Beard Award-nominated podcast The Sporkful tackles the tough Thanksgiving questions. What’s a good drink to accompany cooking thanksgiving dinner? How do you feast responsibly if you are dieting? And what do you do with all those leftovers?

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