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June 27, 2023 72 mins

Prepare to be enthralled by the incredible journey of our next guest, as she takes us on an extraordinary odyssey from her humble beginnings as an East Coast NBC Page in the early 90s to her current stature as a highly accomplished journalist and writer.

Get ready for a delightful tale as she shares the story of how she surprised David Spade pretending to be in show business! 

And hold on tight for a humorous incident where the iconic David Letterman mistook her for a garbage can, resulting in an amusing encounter.

She had the extraordinary privilege of witnessing the legendary actors Rob Lowe and Tom Hanks as they prepared to grace the stage for their memorable performances on Saturday Night Live, providing her with an insider's perspective into their craft and star power. 

Moreover, she cultivated a special bond with the esteemed Jane Pauley, earning the privilege of being on a first-name basis with the iconic journalist and adding a touch of prestige to her career.

Prepare to be enthralled as Elizabeth Trostler LaBan shares these captivating stories and many more on this episode of "A Page in History." 

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