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The Unger Report Slightly confused but well-meaning "Day to Day" humorist Brian Unger takes on the pressing issues of the moment.
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Thanks To Fans And Critics Alike

Humorist Brian Unger thanks all the listeners who stuck with him over the years he offered commentary for Day To Day, including those who hated every minute he's been on the air.

Thanks To Fans And Critics Alike

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Exploring The Darker Side Of Tweets And Twitter

Tweeting — or micro-blogging on the Web site Twitter — has reached critical mass. Everyone from NPR's Scott Simon to movie star Demi Moore is doing it.

Exploring The Darker Side Of Tweets And Twitter

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Unger Report: Advice For Potential Cabinet Appointees

Thinking of moving into the public sector and serving in the Obama administration, but worried that an error on a tax form may doom your chances? Fear not.

Unger Report: Advice For Potential Cabinet Appointees

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Fornicating Our Way Out Of Recession

Our resident humorist has been looking at the Obama administration's proposed economic package. He thinks he's found a better stimulus to get the nation's GDP popping again. It involves rolling around on the grass.

Fornicating Our Way Out Of Recession

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Spick-And-Span Advice For The President-Elect

Tuesday is the big day for President-elect Obama — a new title, a new job and a new home. But humorist Brian Unger wonders: How clean is the White House? He offers some advice on tidying things up to the new occupant of the famous residence.

Spick-And-Span Advice For The President-Elect

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Being A Leader Is More Than Fancy Shoes

Our resident humorist has some news for the people who run this country: Being a leader means more than style. Try acting as elegant as your shoes as you make the decisions shaping people's livelihood.

Being A Leader Is More Than Fancy Shoes

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Forget The Gun And Other Shopping Tips

The holiday shopping season is a challenge for retailers. But amid reports of violence at malls and big box stores, it's apparently a challenge for shoppers, too. Our resident humorist has some advice for holiday bargain seekers.

Forget The Gun And Other Shopping Tips

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How To Buck Up A Sad Labor Market

Over the weekend, President-elect Barack Obama announced an economic plan that he says will create two and a half million jobs over the next three years. Our resident humorist offers his suggestions for kick-starting the ailing labor market.

How To Buck Up A Sad Labor Market

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How To Land A Job With Obama

The job market is pretty tough these days, but there is a bright spot; the Obama transition team is filling thousands of positions in the new administration. In the spirit of Mr. Obama's technology-savvy campaign, there's a Web site where you can file your resume. Our resident humorist walks us through his application.

How To Land A Job With Obama

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A Scheme To Help Joe Lieberman Survive

Now that Barack Obama has won the election, Democrats are considering stripping Lieberman of his position as Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. Our resident humorist has some ideas about how the senator can keep his position.

A Scheme To Help Joe Lieberman Survive

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Media Monogamy And Sex-Free Cheating

You record a TV show that you and your partner love to watch together, but then watch it by yourself. You go to see a hit movie with a pal, instead of with your significant other. Should this be considered cheating?

Media Monogamy And Sex-Free Cheating

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What 'No' On Gay Marriage Ban Means For Kids

Californians will vote soon on a bid to ban same-sex marriage. Humorist Brian Unger imagines what failing to pass the ban will mean for schools. Perhaps field trips to the gay bar Mother Lode on Santa Monica Boulevard? Or lessons on how plaids and stripes can work together?

What 'No' On Gay Marriage Ban Means For Kids

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From Britney To Bradley: A Hypocritical Effect List

Many news outlets have recently warned about the Bradley Effect, which describes voters who say they will vote for a black candidate but choose the white candidate on election day. In other words — hypocrisy. Our resident humorist looks at similar contradictions, including the Britney Effect, the Palin Effect and the Howie Mandel Effect.

From Britney To Bradley: A Hypocritical Effect List

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Banned By Bands: Tunes Off-Limits To Campaigns

Several bands and artists have protested the use of their music at campaign rallies. So how about a CD collection — Can't Stump The Music — with all the songs that John McCain and Barack Obama can't use?

Banned By Bands: Tunes Off-Limits To Campaigns

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Who Has Time For Terrorist Friends?

Vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin accused Democratic presidential hopeful Barack Obama of hanging out with terrorists. Just how does a busy candidate find the time for terrorist pals these days?

Who Has Time For Terrorist Friends?

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Dear Candidate, Beware What You Don't Say

Sen. Obama's campaign is criticizing Sen. McCain for never using the words "middle class" in Friday's debate. The McCain campaign is criticizing Obama for never using the word "victory." When voters begin judging their candidates by what they didn't say, things can get a little messy.

Dear Candidate, Beware What You Don't Say

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Bailout: Making The Most Of A Bad Business

Suddenly millions of Americans who never bought stock are going to be the owners of insurance firms, brokerages and mortgage companies. They broke it, we bought it — so we might as well enjoy it.

Bailout: Making The Most Of A Bad Business

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