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    ‘In the Weeds’ with Swingers: Resurrecting the iconic late night diner

    Swingers ’ General Manager Stephanie Wilson recalls furloughing her staff on March 16 last year before learning the popular late night diner would be closing for good.

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    By Evan Kleiman • Jun 17, 2021 • 8m Listen

    Swingers’ General Manager Stephanie Wilson recalls furloughing her staff on March 16 last year before learning the popular late night diner would be closing for good. Not to be deterred, she set up a GoFundMe and solicited support from the regulars who have been frequenting at the establishment for nearly 30 years. Last November, Wilson was able to reopen the doors as the new owner. With a famous breakfast burrito, creamy shakes, and vegan options, Wilson describes her journey in this week’s installment of “In the Weeds.”

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      Evan Kleiman

      host 'Good Food'

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      Laryl Garcia

      Senior Director, Good Food

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      Gillian Ferguson

      Supervising Producer, Good Food

      CultureIn the WeedsFood & DrinkLos AngelesCalifornia
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