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Your Coca-Cola Bottler presents Claudia, based on the famous play and novels by Rose Franken, brought to you transcribed Monday through Friday by your friendly neighbor who bottles Coca-Cola. Relax and while you're listening refresh yourself. Have a Coke. And now, Claudia. Hey, would you like the way I sing? All right. You think you can do better? Go ahead. Now you admit it, huh? You can't. I must say I don't blame Blossom at all. I can't hear myself think. Do you want to? I…

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Synopsis

In this episode of Claudia, the young couple is confronted with the harsh realities of budgeting as they settle into their new home. Claudia is busy balancing their finances, and as she shares her findings with David, the couple realizes that their expenses are far exceeding their income. The weight of their financial situation begins to settle in, creating a tense atmosphere as they discuss the implications of their spending.

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J

Joe King

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K

Kathryn Bard

P

Paul Crabtree

R

Rose Franken

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Claudia, Episode 157

Reviewing the Budget

Tuesday, May 4, 1948 · 14:06

Claudia, Episode 157

Reviewing the Budget

Tuesday, May 4, 1948 · 14:06

Summary

Claudia and David navigate the challenges of their finances as they review their budget and discuss the costs of their new home. They confront the reality of impending expenses while trying to maintain a positive outlook on their future together.

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