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Ever wondered how the term “geek” evolved from its circus origins to encompass today’s tech-savvy, fandom-driven enthusiasts? We take a stroll down memory lane, unpacking the term’s complex past and acknowledging the mixed legacy of circus sideshows. Our conversation includes a poignant reflection on Katherine Dunn’s “Geek Love,” a tale […]
Have you ever stumbled upon a word that delightfully encapsulates those all-too-human moments? The German language is rich with such terms, and on our latest episode, we journey through the intricate dance of linguistics to uncover the charm behind words like “Treppenwitz” and “Kummerspeck”. Our conversation takes an amusing turn […]
A Little Purim ditty (The Maccabeats), Happy birthday Artemis Buffington, The Year of No Corned Beef, A New England Boiled Dinner, Broadcaster Interference, Butter VS Margarine, Michael is SO selfish, The Fascinating Oleo Story™, Buttered Things, FRANCE, Ham & Cheese & Butter on a baguette (OMGYAY), Germans are Cabbage-Forward, and […]
We start off the show with a BIG thank you to Alison, Hanukkah (Not Wrapping), What to say when people say “Merry Christmas,” Gaza and Israel, Antibiotics, Anne gets stabbed in the eye, Steals and Deals, Back to the eye doctor, What was the thing, How to make Michael laugh, […]
Every year, at the end of the year, people say, “I’m so glad this year is over…” This one’s been a real jerk. From getting Covid to close friends dying, serious medical issues leading to several hospitalizations, and our old faithful podcast server croaking, it’s been a big stinker. We’re […]
The Halloween Season, Rudy, Chris Hayes on Maron, War in Israel and Gaza, Network Problems, Reacher (TV -Amazon Prime), Handling your Subscriptions, The Moon, Anne’s new wardrobe, Matching Socks (WOW), The Flip & Fold™, Animals, and a New Yorker Cover Question.
Anne’s connection to The Casbah, The internet has ruined a lot, Remembering Marin, How’s Your Problem Coming Along™, I Don’t Really Remember It That Way, Best Radio Ever, Checking up on Israel, Gaza is NOT part of Israel, Pomelos, Joshua and Jericho, Bible Stuff, What Happens after the Free Trial, […]
A British Invasion, A smorgasbord (Charcuterie by Lauren™), Michael’s molasses ginger cookies, going to make knishes (again), TWO QUESTIONS, Moon stuff, Planets, No such thing as a fish, Anne is wearing Michael’s shirt, and the return of JAN (of Jan & Jan). Plus: Not emptying your voice mailbox, Can’t say […]
Going to the chapel, Two lovebirds get married (Kendall & Johnny), Blue Shoes, ANNE IS APPALLED, Steak and Shake at Cannes (WHY), No such thing as a Cronut, Standing in Lines, Imagine the organ, Anne once did something terrible (VERY New York), Helen Mirren as GOLDA (?), and The Elephant […]
