To the Rescue

Host Meg Wolitzer presents three stories about characters who try to prepare for trouble, sometimes doing more harm than good.  In Joe Meno’s “Animal Hospital” a well-meaning father is surprised by his kids’ response to a game of doctor.  The reader is Becky Anne Baker.  An interview with Meno is featured in the show.  In “The Silk Handkerchief,” by Sait Faik Abasiyanik, a thief and a night watchman have a moment of rapport.  It’s read by Amir Arison.  And Margaret Atwood’s recurring couple Nell and Tig try to stave off the inevitable by taking a  “First Aid” class. The reader is Maggie Siff. Margaret Atwood introduces the story from the stage.