Not that we’re counting, but it’s been almost exactly three years since Paula Poundstone last unleashed her quick-witted stream of consciousness on The Folly Theater. The comedy icon makes her much-anticipated (and likely very chatty) return on Saturday, Nov. 8.

When we pointed out the three-year gap, Poundstone was quick to joke, “There’s probably some sort of advent calendar being sold to count down to the day that I arrive, huh?”

During our interview, Poundstone pinballed through topics faster than we could take notes—Portland, herbivores, eye creams, minimalist dressing rooms. We barely managed to ask any questions.

She’s chatty—personified. When we complimented her on being every interviewer’s dream guest, she paused just long enough to deliver the punchline: “It depends on what yo

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