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Bob Morris's avatar

Yes, I do recall that methadone moment. I woulda worked it into this piece but I couldn't remember the exact details and I didn't want to misquote you. Although misquoting people has never stopped me in the past...

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Norman Van Aken's avatar

Great memory! When you did the MC duties that night at Enzian Theater I sat next to Tony onstage while you manned the lectern. You handled the rowdy crowd perfectly letting them enjoy the Bourdain aura in full kilo sized quantities. At one point you turned to me and asked, "So Norman, when did you first meet Tony?" I tried to be as deadpan as possible and replied, "It was in a methadone clinic in New York where we were both drying out". Tony swiveled his body towards me with a 'WTF!!' look. Then he got it. I was fucking kidding. He broke out laughing his ass off. That bit of theater brought us closer together than ever. As well as you and me. Cheers my Friend. Glad you opened up your Diner.

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