Minnesota Now with Nina Moini

Minnesota-born comedian shares 'Tiny Pep Talks' for everyday struggles

Tiny Pep Talks book
Comedian and Minnesota native Paula Skaggs is the co-author of the new book, "Tiny Pep Talks."
Courtesy Paula Skaggs
Paula Skaggs and Josh Linden
Comedians Paula Skaggs and Josh Linden are the co-authors of a new book, "Tiny Pep Talks."
Courtesy Paula Skaggs

Life can be awkward and annoying for all of us. Whether you’re gathering the courage to make a doctor’s appointment, telling the server the food isn’t what you ordered or you’re throwing a party but no one is there yet. 

That’s where Minnesota-born comedian Paula Skaggs comes in.

Her new book, “Tiny Pep Talks,” co-written with Josh Linden, aims to gas us up for all the low-stakes situations in life where we might need a boost. Paula Skaggs joins MPR News host Nina Moini to talk about it.

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