A '90s memory of a radio talk show host trying to curb a listener's enthusiasm after she had won a contest:
Host: For answering that (question) correctly, you've won dinner for four from (name of restaurant.)
Listener: Oh, that's great! Thank you!
Host: Well, it's nothing extravagant. It's just a free dinner for three family members or friends and you.
Listener: As a working mom, I appreciate that!
Host: Well, it's nothing fancy.
Listener: That's fine! I appreciate it very much! Thank you!
Host: OK, well...Thank you for calling. Stay on the line so (the producer) can take your information.
I remember thinking it was a good thing the host didn't sell cars. I could just imagine his anemic sales pitch. (i.e. "Well, it's just a machine that takes you from point A to point B. You'd have to go to the trouble of driving it, and sometimes, not in the best weather. If you really want it, though, I'll draw up the paperwork...")
