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Jack Barth Goes on an "American Quest"

The humor writer's new book details his travels across America to fulfill ten personal goals, including working at the world's largest McDonalds, finding and kissing 60s actress Tina Louise, and photographing his dog in front of Babe Ruth's tomb. His previous book is called Roadside America.

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Other segments from the episode on August 10, 1990

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, August 10, 1990: Interview with Paul Brodeur and William Farland; Review of two albums featuring Euis Komariah; Interview with Jack Barth; Review of the home video release…

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