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Leslie Jones
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Leslie Jones says performing stand-up for the first time as a freshman in college felt like putting on a shirt that fit perfectly: "It was just so natural." She talks with Tonya Mosley about the best advice she got, her bittersweet time at SNL, and why she loves physical comedy. Her memoir is Leslie F*cking Jones.
Also, Maureen Corrigan reviews Lauren Groff's new novel, The Vaster Wilds.
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Also, Maureen Corrigan reviews Lauren Groff's new novel, The Vaster Wilds.
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