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December mailbag!

This month's topics: lesser watched TV dramas of the 20th century, music to write to, and 2023 top 10 lists!
A man in a tie and parka looks befuddled while standing in front of a sign reading "Welcome to Cicely, Alaska. Pop. 215"
Joel (Rob Morrow) discovers he has to live in Cicely, Alaska, in Northern Exposure, a Very Good TV Show! (Credit: Universal TV)

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Emily St. James

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