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Veteran Turkey Talker Marjorie Klindera has been talking turkey for more than twenty-six years. Marjorie graduated from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, with a bachelor of science degree in home economics education. She continued her education at Butterball University to perfect her turkey talk. Marjorie has conducted nearly 600 regional radio and television interviews for the Butterball^® Turkey Talk-Line^® and loves to talk to consumers about their holiday traditions.

Favorite Thing About Turkey Talking:

“I love being able to take part in the holiday meals and traditions of families across the country. I can ease the anxieties of a first-time cook or help families out of a real turkey predicament! It’s a great feeling to know I’m making a difference for people.”

Most Memorable Call:

While attending a prayer service at her local church, a young woman was distracted with anxiety over the upcoming Thanksgiving meal preparations. Upon exiting the chapel, she was thrilled to see the Butterball Turkey Talk-Line number on the lobby bulletin board. When the woman returned home, she immediately called the Talk-Line and got advice from Marjorie on preparing a last-minute dinner. After Marjorie suggested purchasing a Butterball Fully Cooked Turkey for a no-fuss feast, the woman thanked Butterball for answering her prayers!

Favorite Holiday Recipe:

Turkey with Apricot-Chestnut Stuffing

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