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The economics of wasted leftovers
Nancy Marshall-Genzer Nov 23, 2012
Americans trash millions of dollars worth of Thanksgiving turkey.
Leftovers Economy: What do you do with your Thanksgiving surplus? Post your photos to our map.
Nov 23, 2012
Americans waste an estimated 40 percent of the food we make. But how does that stand up on Thanksgiving, a holiday known for its leftovers?
Thanksgiving: A time to take your mind off the tough stuff
Scott Huler Nov 23, 2012
Commentator Scott Huler says Thanksgiving traditions create routine, routine creates simplicity, and simplicity creates a stress-free environment -- something we should all be thankful for.
What's up, Europe? The expat's Thanksgiving edition
Kai Ryssdal Nov 22, 2012
Americans may be stuffing themselves with turkey on Thanksgiving, but what about Americans on the other side of the pond?
Plumbers get ready for a busy Thanksgiving
Kai Ryssdal Nov 21, 2012
Many Americans get the day off for Thanksgiving. But you know who's going to be really busy? Your friendly neighborhood plumber.
Turkey giveaway programs say donations are down
Shereen Marisol Meraji Nov 26, 2012
One agency fills the turkey donation gap with free chickens instead.
Tech-y Preparations for Turkey Day
David Brancaccio Nov 20, 2012
A new app that coaches you through Thanksgiving dinner, and looking at the science behind the meal.
'Make the Bread, Buy the Butter'
Tess Vigeland Nov 24, 2011
We learn what's cheaper -- and tastier -- to make at home and what you should just buy from the grocery store.
Ocean Spray CEO on cranberries during the holiday season
Jeremy Hobson Nov 24, 2011
A lot of cranberries are being consumed on this holiday. Ocean Spray's CEO Randy Papadellis talks about how the company is coping with higher commodity prices and the state of the global economy.
Mid-day Extra: More on the cranberry industry
Jeremy Hobson Nov 24, 2011
Today is Thanksgiving, and to celebrate -- and check in on the state of the markets for popular Thanksgiving foods -- we went to the CEO of Ocean Spray. Here is the extended version of the conversation.
