Abbott was always drawn to people's darker impulses.

Karen Abbott: Well I always liked to write. When I was a kid in grade school I would write really bizarre . . . I was always interested in murder mysteries, and murder, and law, and sort of the darker impulses of people. So I would write stories about murderous matrons and, you know, serial killers who, you know, were grandmothers. And I would send these stories off to Ellery Queen and Alfred Hitchcock and, you know, kept getting rejections. Of course I was like 15 and 14 so I really didn’t expect anything, but I kept doing it just for fun. Then I sort of gave it up and I figured, you know, nobody can really grow up and become a writer. I didn’t think it was something people did for a living. It was sort of a fanciful thing. And I had planned to go to law school. That’s what . . . mostly because I thought that would be the easiest thing to do, and I liked to argue with people, and I like politics. But while I was in college I got an internship at Philadelphia magazine. And one of the things I had to do besides picking up people’s laundry and opera tickets was transcribing their interviews. It was way before, you know, anybody had machines that did that for you. So there were a couple of journalists who would make me transcribe their interviews, and they would say things like, you know, “Note how I ask this question. Note the way I sort of use inflection on this word. And the way they answer this, mark that down.” And it was a very calculated system of questioning that intrigued me, and that’s when I started wanting to be a journalist, so . . .
Recorded On: 1/22/08

Karen Abbott: Well I always liked to write. When I was a kid in grade school I would write really bizarre . . . I was always interested in murder mysteries, and murder, and law, and sort of the darker impulses of people. So I would write stories about murderous matrons and, you know, serial killers who, you know, were grandmothers. And I would send these stories off to Ellery Queen and Alfred Hitchcock and, you know, kept getting rejections. Of course I was like 15 and 14 so I really didn’t expect anything, but I kept doing it just for fun. Then I sort of gave it up and I figured, you know, nobody can really grow up and become a writer. I didn’t think it was something people did for a living. It was sort of a fanciful thing. And I had planned to go to law school. That’s what . . . mostly because I thought that would be the easiest thing to do, and I liked to argue with people, and I like politics. But while I was in college I got an internship at Philadelphia magazine. And one of the things I had to do besides picking up people’s laundry and opera tickets was transcribing their interviews. It was way before, you know, anybody had machines that did that for you. So there were a couple of journalists who would make me transcribe their interviews, and they would say things like, you know, “Note how I ask this question. Note the way I sort of use inflection on this word. And the way they answer this, mark that down.” And it was a very calculated system of questioning that intrigued me, and that’s when I started wanting to be a journalist, so . . .
Recorded On: 1/22/08

The ketogenic diet is currently all the rage. It focuses on high-fat, low-carb consumption, and allows you to indulge in meat, eggs, and even dairy. Business Insider reported that Dr. Charles Seltzer, a nutritionist based in Philadelphia warns against pregnant women trying the keto diet as it restricts nutrient-rich foods like fruit. According to Dr. Seltzer “Nourishing your baby is the most important thing when you are pregnant.

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A filmer captured heavy snow falling in Philadelphia as a second nor’easter hit the East Coast on March 7.

“The second nor’easter in a week is expected to trigger commuter headaches and snarl travel Wednesday across much of the northern Mid-Atlantic and Northeast,” NBC News reported.

A second nor’easter in a week brought heavy snow to Philadelphia on March 7.

Filmers captured scenes of the snowfall across Philadelphia.

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This time I went to the Pizzeria Uno at Franklin Mills,
where I had the Chop House Classic
http://www.unos.com/menus/steakSeafood.php

First, a generously sized Ceasar salad with large croutons.

Then the main course – a 10 ounce top sirloin steak
with steamed broccoli, mashed potatoes, and a breadstick.

Add a diet soda….

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And That’s My Lunch (ATML) #8 Hot Roast Beef with Provolone
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-5Y8GfoGLs

[And That’s My Lunch (ATML) #7] Joe Santucci’s Bar & Grill Bacon Cheese Steak & Pizza Fries
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[And That’s My Lunch (ATML) #6] Jimmy John’s JJ Gargantuan
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[And That’s My Lunch (ATML) #5] Taco Bell Fiesta Taco Salad
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[And That’s My Lunch (ATML) #3] Wendy’s – Spicy Chicken Caesar with Chili
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[And That’s My Lunch (ATML) #2] Quizno’s Chicken Taco Salad w/ Chili
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cd4EHv33JJ4

[And That’s My Lunch (ATML) #1] Quizno’s (Sort of) Slow Carb Lunch
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Philadelphia chef Greg Vernick is celebrating some major recognition. He was one of this year’s Best Chef winners at the prestigious James Beard Awards and Philadelphia’s leading paper called his restaurant “the best in the city.” Vernick joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss which chefs influenced him and his culinary journey.

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12 Things Not to Do in Thailand\r
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Thailand is often called the “land of smiles”, however, that does not mean that you shouldnt be versed in some of the local customs before visiting. Here are 12 things NOT to do in Thailand.\r
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1. Dont Hug Monks\r
Youll find the monks are super friendly, but hands off, please. Monks are not allowed to touch women. Even on buses monks are not allowed to sit directly next to a woman. It is also forbidden to stand over or be positioned higher than a monk.\r
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2. Never Use Your Feet\r
Feet are considered the lowest, dirtiest part of the body in many Asian cultures and the head is the highest. So do not hold doors open with your feet, point your feet towards the Buddha images or angle your feet towards people. Be especially mindful of your feet position when youre sitting or eating on the floor.\r
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3. Dont Disrespect the Royal Family\r
You will see many pictures commemorating them throughout the country and it is disrespectful to say anything negative about them. Dont stomp on a Thai coin as it rolls away as youre not only disrespecting the Crown, but also breaking rule 2. \r
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4. Dont Take Your Clothes Off\r
Walking around town in beach attire is considered impolite. Be extra-conscious of your attire when visiting temples. Dress preferably in white and women should wear long skirts or pants and have their shoulders covered.\r
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5. Avoid Pointing with Your Fingers\r
When hailing for a tuk-tuk or beckoning a waiter, do not point \r
your fingers up. Never clap, snap your fingers, or whistle to get someones attention, as Thais regard it akin to calling a dog.\r
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6. Dont Touch a Thais Head\r
Thais see the head as the highest part of the body so refrain from ruffling peoples hair. If you happen to by accident, apologize immediately. Thai people will sometimes pat a child on the head, but as a Westerner its best not to. Now if you stomp on a coin youll be breaking 3 rules! \r
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7. Cant Take Buddha Pictures Out of Thailand\r
It is technically illegal to take or send any pictures of Buddha out of the country! Nonetheless, many shop owners will still try to sell you pictures, and many tourists snap selfies in front of sacred Buddha statues. Just be discreet and respectful about it.\r
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8. Dont Lose Your Temper\r
Thais have a philosophy of keeping their cool;jai yen (cool heart). Thais see raising ones voice as bad form. Dont get frustrated, “mai pen rai” as the locals say.\r
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9. Dont Eat with a Fork\r
There are no specific dining times so visitors can enjoy cheap yet delicious food all day and night but watch your utensils. You may be given a fork and spoon, but it is only the spoon that touches ones mouth. Also, chopsticks are only to be used when eating Chinese dishes.\r
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10. Never Whistle at Night\r
Thais will become very uneasy if they hear a whistle after dark as they believe that whistling at night is bad luck because youre calling the evil spirits.\r
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11. Dont Let a Tuk-Tuk Driver Take You To a Gem Shop\r
This is one of the biggest scams in the tourist areas of Thailand. Drivers will try to persuade you to visit a special gem shop, often a dodgy kick-back shop where tourists are harassed. In extreme cases, they are sometimes drugged and are cheated out of money in exchange for fake jewelry.\r
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12. Dont Shake Hands\r
Thais do not like to have personal cont when greeting strangers. Rather, they place both their open palms together at chest height and bow slightly. Do not bow to children or a person of lower status however, as you would be embarrassing them. If you are greeting a person of high importance, bow slightly deeper.\r
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Now that you know how to properly respect the Thai culture, you can enjoy some of the most welcoming and hospitable people in the world.