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The holidays are upon us—and whether you cherish seasonal get-togethers or dread them, we’re here for you. Join MasterClass for a wealth of timely tips on everything from laughing through the awkwardness to serving up a world-class potato purée. |
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| Embrace the power of communal dining |
| with Michael Pollan, author of The Omnivore’s Dilemma and other bestsellers |
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| Make deeper connections around the table |
| with Esther Perel, renowned psychotherapist, author, business consultant, and podcast host |
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| Convert tension into laughter |
| with Steve Martin, iconic comedian, actor, author, and banjoist |
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| _Instructor Spotlight |
| Esther Perel |
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| Esther Perel has spent three decades helping people communicate with greater empathy, candor, and respect. As a daughter of Holocaust survivors, she understands how trauma and history can affect the way we connect with others—whether we’re at home or at work. She brings these insights and more to her class on relational intelligence. |
| What you’ll do: |
- Learn how to foster empathy within yourself.
- Understand the roots of common conflicts and find out how to resolve them.
- Establish healthy boundaries with coworkers and loved ones.
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| _MEMBER EXCLUSIVE |
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| Ramp up your relational intelligence |
| MasterClass members get exclusive access to more than 150 downloadable Class Guides. In Esther’s, you’ll learn how to overcome cognitive biases, build trust, navigate difficult conversations, and more. |
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| _RELEVANT NOW |
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| Mashed potatoes, elevated |
| Want to wow fellow diners with “a mashed potato fit for a king”? Gordon Ramsay’s exceptionally flavorful Pomme Purée calls for heavy cream infused with garlic, nutmeg, and bay leaf; thinly sliced scallions add a subtle crunch. Just try not to eat the whole thing before the meal starts. |
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| _Get Together |
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| Fitness goals, meet Orangetheory |
| Bestselling author (and MasterClass instructor) James Clear has shown millions how to build daily habits that deliver tremendous results—and now you can take some big steps toward your fitness goals by joining Orangetheory, the perfect space for all ages and fitness levels. Use this special offer to get one free* month of the science-backed workout program. Offer ends 11/30/23. Terms apply. |
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| **Offer valid 11/1/23-11/30/23. Limited to non-members. Must purchase Elite or Premier membership and a full-price OTbeat™ Heart Rate Monitor to receive the second month free. See studio for details. Orangetheory® and other Orangetheory® marks are registered trademarks of OTF IP Holder, LLC. Copyright 2023 OTF IP Holder, LLC and its affiliates. |
| _NEW & NOTEWORTHY |
| New Series: Breakfast All Day |
| You might recognize chef, writer, and community advocate Sohla El-Waylly from HBO’s The Big Brunch or the NYT Cooking YouTube channel. October saw the release of her cookbook, Start Here: Instructions for Becoming a Better Cook. |
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| In this class, you’ll join Sohla and a parade of guest chefs as they whip up breakfast dishes you can enjoy for any meal of the day—including Rolled Omelets (known as tamagoyaki), Champurrado (a masa-based chocolate drink), and Cheeseburger Pancakes (yes, really). |
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Dennis isn’t the only one gaining something from his MasterClass membership; everyone with a seat at his table gets a piece. Expand your palate with chefs whose menus cover everything from succotash to sashimi. While you’re at it, meet the world’s best in business, writing, wellness, and more. |
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| _Weekly Roundup |
| Listen up, locavores |
 | Delight your guests with locally sourced food. | | | | There’s listening, and then there’s effective listening. | | | | Be a brilliant communicator. | | | | So you want to be a stand-up comedian? | | | | Learn the comedy writer’s craft. | | | |
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