What’s a “driveway moment”? It’s when you’re so captivated by a story on NPR that you stay in your car to hear it to the end—even if you’re sitting in your own driveway. For years, listeners have written to NPR to describe such moments. Some are serious, some are touching, and some, like the stories included here, are very, very funny.

All Things Considered looks at misunderstood song lyrics. Commentator Bob Garfield shares his “Powerball Dreams” a bit prematurely. Composer Charlie Barnett remembers his days as a hippie hitchhiker. Bill Harley contemplates the multiple meanings of family talk. David Sedaris relates his experiences as an American in Paris. Kevin Kling contributes his own wry and riotously funny take on life. Dame Edna shows them all how to interview like a real lady. And much more.

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