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Daily Variety -- The Sundance Flu and a Message About Today's Episode

Jan 26, 2026
A short update about a post-Sundance festival flu and why the Monday show is skipped. A quick tease that a Sundance special is coming on Tuesday. A brief signoff inviting listeners to return for more.
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ADVICE

Cancel And Communicate When You’re Unwell

  • Skip commitments when sick to preserve quality and recover quickly, as Cynthia Littleton did by canceling an episode.
  • Announce alternatives and next steps to keep your audience informed and engaged during interruptions.
INSIGHT

Intense Festivals Disrupt Production Routines

  • The festival fosters intense, in-person networking that can be physically taxing for attendees and hosts.
  • Cynthia Littleton's brief message highlights how immersive events can disrupt regular production schedules.
ANECDOTE

Sundance Leaves Host Under The Weather

  • Cynthia Littleton caught a festival flu after five days at Sundance with loud parties and close quarters schmoozing.
  • Her voice was shot, so she skipped the Monday episode and promised a special Tuesday installment from Sundance.
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