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David Bouchier: A Few Well Chosen Words
Hosted by David Bouchier

David Bouchier’s weekly essays are full of unexpected observations and whimsical opinions. Listeners will relish his entertaining, enlightening, and sometimes exasperated commentaries on the routines that carry us through the year, the surreal rituals of politics, the unsettling experience of foreign travel, and the confusions and comedies of everyday suburban life. You can hear David Bouchier on-air Monday mornings or by subscribing to this podcast.

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  • Roman fort, Colchester
    The taxpayer’s contract
    Commentator David Bouchier considers some historic forms of tax collection.
  • The invasion of the identity snatchers
    Commentator David Bouchier tries to be philosophical about identity theft.
  • These foolish things
    Commentator David Bouchier offers some history to help us make sense of April Fools’ Day tomorrow.
  • Nothing serious
    Commentator David Bouchier pays tribute to a comic genius.
  • Irish for a day
    Commentator David Bouchier recalls a memorable trip to Ireland when he was young.
  • In their own words
    Commentator David Bouchier reflects on what we can learn from quotations.
  • The likeness of Benjamin Franklin is seen on a U.S. $100 bill.
    A republic, if you can keep it
    Commentator David Bouchier considers the advantages of a new political order.
  • Spare time
    Commentator David Bouchier is nostalgic for the vanishing world of hobbies.
  • Washington’s manners
    On President’s Day, commentator David Bouchier recalls the personal style of the first president.
  • The art of the valentine deal
    Commentator David Bouchier recommends a Valentine’s Day contract to avoid romantic misunderstandings.
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