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Upworthy Weekly podcast: Art of small talk, a tribute to Otis the dog, naps at work

A company in India is allowing its employees to take a 30-minute nap every day to increase productivity. ESPN host Scott Van Pelt gives a moving tribute to his dog and people are helping introverts by teaching them how to make small talk. Plus, Tod is trying to “Be like Mike” and Alison has had…

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A company in India is allowing its employees to take a 30-minute nap every day to increase productivity. ESPN host Scott Van Pelt gives a moving tribute to his dog and people are helping introverts by teaching them how to make small talk.

Plus, Tod is trying to “Be like Mike” and Alison has had a hard week.

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