Does it feel like your wallet is bleeding money right now? We all know that inflation has gotten worse during the pandemic, but can you explain why? Kathleen is breaking it down and explaining why things like groceries, cars, houses, even your favorite hobbies have gotten more expensive over the last two years. Then, Bethany opens up about her struggles with getting back to socializing and leaving her house after two years of staying inside. (When does the excuse “I’m an introvert” become a crutch?) Plus, Bebe and Kathleen torture each other with a game of “Job Interview” and, as always, your voicemails!  ——— What We Talked About: 1:09 - Intros to our topics 3:09 - B + K reinterview each other for the jobs they already have 16:18 - Inflation for dummies and millennials 36:13 - Getting too comfortable with staying at home 59:51 - Taking swimming in middle school/high school 01:03:54 - When dodgeball costs you $5000 1:05:09 - Is Peloton dead? 1:09:32 - That time Bethany worked at a bank 1:11:19 - What we learned this week 1:17:49 - Voicemails ——— Check out our merch!:  https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  ——— Our next live show is on: Feb. 28th, 2022 @ 7:30 PM ET Sign up: http://Patreon.com/acquiredtaste ——— Please support the companies that support us!  RMA of NJ - With success rates above the national average, RMA is a destination for fertility care. And they’re opening an office in Jersey City this fall 2022. Make an appointment today at RMANetwork.com  CHIME - Make your first good decision in 2022 and join over 10 million people using Chime. Sign-up takes only two minutes and doesn’t affect your credit score. Get started at chime.com/taste.  AURATE - For 20% off your first Aurate purchase, go to AurateNewYork.com/taste and use promo code “taste" SOLO STOVE - Shop now and get up to 30% off fire pits all month long AND get an extra $10 off plus a lifetime warranty and FREE 30-day returns when you go to SoloStove.com and use promo code TASTE! LUMINEUX - Get 15% off your order by going to GetLumineux.com/taste and use code “taste” ——— Kathleen’s Sources: https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/article/poverty-america-2021-covid-pandemic/ https://www.npr.org/2021/12/29/1068899497/the-covid-small-business-boom-indicator-favorite https://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/national/article257060717.html https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/mortgages/is-it-a-good-time-to-buy-a-house https://www.pbs.org/newshour/economy/federal-reserve-expected-to-raise-interest-rates-in-fight-against-inflation The Ezra Klein Show: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/08/opinion/ezra-klein-podcast-jason-furman.html https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/10/economy/inflation-blame-pandemic-biden-fed-corporations/index.html Ikea Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/IKEA/comments/rxm8fp/price_increased_overnight/ https://www.nytimes.com/2021/12/07/business/pandemic-savings.html https://themortgagereports.com/88214/is-now-a-good-time-to-buy-a-home-interest-rates-rising BETHANY’S SOURCES: https://whatnerd.com/staying-home-instead-going-out-problem/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/agoraphobia/symptoms-causes/syc-20355987

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S5 Ep382: Inflation for Dummies & When You Love Staying Home Too Much

Bethany got hit with some harsh truth after she saw herself on her home security system. Kathleen also learned a hard lesson, this one about Instagram’s views on hashtags. And would YOU use Kathleen’s business idea for offloading stuff when people die?  ------ Join our LIVE SHOWS on Patreon: http://patreon.com/acquiredtaste Upcoming shows: Feb 15th + Feb 28th at 7:30 PM ET! ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  ------ Please support the companies that support us!    BOMBAS - Go to http://bombas.com/taste and get 20% off your first purchase! 

S5 Ep381: Ring Camera Drama, Shadow Banning, & Text Auctions - Bonus

If you’re going to demand that a children’s book be removed from shelves, at least make it a GOOD reason! Kathleen’s going down the list of kids’ books that have been protested, and the reasons will make you roll your eyes. Well, except for the last one… Then, Bethany is talking about a huge swath of land in the Canadian wilderness that’s famous for people losing their heads. Literally. (Would YOU go there?) But first, Bethany and Kathleen address a mistake they made that a Tastebud drew their attention to. Hopefully, everyone can learn something from their mistake.  —— What We Talked About: 00:50 - Topic intros 02:20 - An important conversation 17:59 - The Ridiculous Reasons Children’s Books Have Been Challenged Or Banned 42:52 - The Haunting Stories of The Headless Nahanni Valley 1:05:25 - Eating other people’s perishables 1:09:12 - Getting free stuff from your old job 1:15:03 - The app ‘Prepared’ + ‘We Are All Dead’ 1:21:05 - Voicemails EDITORS NOTE: The original version of this podcast was edited to clarify that authors Bill Martin Jr. (Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?) and Bill Martin (Ethical Marxism) are not the same people. Sources for learning more about antisemitism and how you can be an ally: - The International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's definition of antisemitism: https://www.holocaustremembrance.com/resources/working-definitions-charters/working-definition-antisemitism  - Book: “Jews Don’t Count” by David Baddiel https://bookshop.org/books/jews-don-t-count-9780008530198/9780008490751  stopantisemitism.org  - Jewish Telegraphic Agency @JTANews - The Anti Defamation League https://www.adl.org  Articles:  - https://www.elle.com/uk/life-and-culture/culture/a33470465/three-jewish-women-open-up-about-their-experiences-of-anti-semitism/  - https://reformjudaism.org/beliefs-practices/racial-equity-diversity-inclusion/microaggressions-vs-microaffirmations-welcoming-others-micro-level  - Sarah Silverman clip: “Stop rolling your eyes and be our allies.” https://www.instagram.com/p/CMSa5TrA_9a/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=embed_video_watch_again - https://www.npr.org/2021/06/07/1003411933/antisemitism-spikes-and-many-jews-wonder-where-are-our-allies https://cupofjo.com/2022/01/jewish-women-on-antisemitism/ CHAVA’S LINKS: @jtilch @stop_antisemitism @rudy_israel @rootsmetals @therealeli7designs @tovathepoet @cameraoncampus @awiderframe @frumjewishblackboy @ajewishresistance @henmazzig @theempressmizrahi Bebe’s What I learned this week App: https://www.preparedapp.com/ Netflix: We Are All Dead - https://www.netflix.com/title/81237994 —— Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  —— Please support the companies that support us!  TALKSPACE - Join Talkspace today, and start the journey to happier, healthier relationships. Just visit talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month when you use promo code taste at sign-up.  ROTHY’S - Hit the new year in stride with a fresh pair of Rothy’s. New customers get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/TASTE   THE PILL CLUB - Right now, when you go to ThePillClub.com/TASTE The Pill Club is offering a $10 donation to Bedsider.org for every An Acquired Taste listener who becomes a patient. Your donation will help low-income individuals get access to birth control through Bedsider.org. VEGAMOUR - Try Vegamour risk-free for 90 days! Go to vegamour.com/taste and use code “taste” to save 20% on your first order! Kathleen’s Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/07/learning/what-do-you-think-about-efforts-to-ban-books-from-school-libraries.html https://www.cnn.com/videos/us/2022/02/06/pastor-holds-bonfire-burning-books-harry-potter-and-twilight-orig-as.cnn https://www.ala.org/advocacy/bbooks/frequentlychallengedbooks/top10 https://tinybeans.com/kids-books-and-childrens-books-that-are-banned-books/  https://www.epl.org/booklist/shhhh-these-kids-books-have-been-banned-or-challenged/ https://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom https://www.huffpost.com/entry/the-lion-the-witch-the-bi_b_8323 https://www.businessinsider.com/florida-ron-desantis-critical-race-theory-education-schools-crt-2022-1 Bethany’s Sources: http://secretsofnahanni.com Mr. Ballen: “The Valley of Headless Men” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wF2fa2nY0oo https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/nt/nahanni/decouvrir-discover/natcul2 https://www.outdoorjournal.com/news/secrets-nahanni-valley-headless-men/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dene https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nahanni_National_Park_Reserve https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lost_McLeod_Mine https://www.fodors.com/world/north-america/canada/ experiences/news/the-haunting-history-of-this-canadian-national-park 

S5 Ep380: Banned Children's Books, the Headless Nahanni Valley, & An Important Conversation

Kathleen’s putting her New Scientist membership to good use and bringing back Cool News Rundown: Science Edition! Then, Bethany tells the story behind her all-time favorite urban legend, the “Well to Hell” and the “screams” that came out of it. Plus, a crazy scary story from Kathleen’s friend and a reason to be grateful we don’t live in the super embarrassing 1950s! ------ WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT: 01:24 - A ghost interrupts the podcast 04:26 - Bone-chilling story from Kathleen’s friend. 11:20- Cool Science Rundown 33:27 - Urban Legend: The “Well to Hell"  50:11 - Masturbating with a Bidet 50:50 - Vibrators in the 1950s 51:41 - After Party on Apple TV 56:10 - Murder Mystery with Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston 57:10 - Eating at a table and not on the couch. 01:01:34 - A quick history on steam radiators. CREEPY Dan Bell video -->  https://www.instagram.com/p/CYlaPR8tZn-/  The Best Word To Start Wordle With --> https://gamerant.com/wordle-best-word-to-start-with/ ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast ------ Join our LIVE SHOWS on Patreon: http://patreon.com/acquiredtaste (More Patreon announcements coming soon!) ------ Please support the companies that support us! LIQUID IV - Grab Liquid I.V. in bulk nationwide at Costco or you can get 25% off when you go to LIQUIDIV.COM and use code TASTE at checkout.   RMA NJ - RMA is a destination for fertility care! And they’re opening an office in our back yard! RMA New Jersey is coming this Fall 2022. Make an appointment today at RMANetwork.com   ------ KATHLEEN’S SOURCES: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2306501-1-in-3-birds-tested-at-an-australian-animal-hospital-have-chlamydia/ https://www.newscientist.com/article/2306361-birthday-wishes-inadvertently-give-away-private-information-online/ https://www.newscientist.com/article/2306341-gene-variant-found-in-centenarians-appears-to-slow-the-ageing-process/ https://www.sciencenewsforstudents.org/article/sleep-nap-boost-creativity-neuroscience-brain https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg25333694-200-how-bacteria-killing-viruses-are-being-used-to-keep-food-safe  BETHANY’S SOURCES: “The Real Screams of Hell” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uU2HFFCr71k https://www.urbo.com/content/the-fascinating-truth-behind-the-well-to-hell-hoax/ https://skeptoid.com/episodes/4307 “Sounds of Hell Debunked” JC Wood: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWo6kTsoiv4 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baron_Blood_(film)#In_popular_culture https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Well_to_Hell_hoax https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kola_Superdeep_Borehole https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Superdeephttps://www.heavenofhorror.com/reviews/superdeep-shudder/ 

S5 Ep379: Cool Science Rundown & The “Well to Hell"

Bebe shut down her entire apartment building with her irrational insect terror. Kathleen has bubbles in her ears. And TikTokkers in Ukraine are providing valuable info... ------ Join our LIVE SHOWS on Patreon: http://patreon.com/acquiredtaste Next show: Monday, Jan. 31st, 2022 @ 7:30 PM ET *New tiers are coming in February 2022 to Patreon* Acquired Taste Book Club + Bethany and Dennis are launching a Patreon-only podcast!  ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  ------ Kathleen's Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/putin-russia-ukraine-invasion-tiktok-biden-nato-rcna13795 

S5 Ep378: An Insect Meltdown & TikTok’s Intelligence Agents

Apparently, marketing companies think guys are idiots. Bethany’s going through a list of products marketed towards men and the insane names they give them to reinforce this gender panic. ("Big Ass Brick of Soap” in the scent “Victory,” we’re looking at you.) Then, Kathleen discusses how the US military is looking to science fiction writers to predict how future wars will look, and we’re not the only country doing it! Plus, the most boring home decor release ever, and how someone seems to have slipped into an alternate reality. ------ Join our LIVE SHOWS on Patreon: http://patreon.com/acquiredtaste Book Club Soft Launch: Sunday, Jan. 30th, 2022 @ 10:00 AM ET Next show: Monday, Jan. 31st, 2022 @ 7:30 PM ET ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  ------ Please support the companies that support us!  OSEA - New Year, new you! Start fresh with clean, vegan skincare and body care from our friends at OSEA. Get 10% off your entire first order with promo code TASTE at OSEAmalibu.com You’ll get free samples with every order and orders over $50 get free shipping. TRUEBILL - Don’t fall for subscription scams. Start canceling today at Truebill.com/taste. EVERYPLATE - Try EveryPlate for just $1.79 per meal by going to EveryPlate.com and entering code “taste179". RMA Network - RMA is a destination for fertility care, and they’re opening an office in Jersey City this fall 2022! Make an appointment today at RMANetwork.com. ------ BETHANY’S SOURCES: https://tacticalbabygear.com https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2015/01/05/Brogurt-alert!-Dannon-targets-men-with-Oikos-Triple-Zero-Greek-yogurt https://manlymanco.com/products/big-ass-brick-of-soap-smells-like-victory?variant=510242062355&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gc_id=15876960943&h_ad_id=574855553250&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI89rdh6XF9QIVKf3jBx2HbQGNEAQYByABEgJ3cPD_BwE https://www.villagevoice.com/2013/04/03/the-8-most-ridiculous-products-marketed-for-men/ https://uncrate.com/the-man-hanger/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Axe_products https://www.mensjournal.com/food-drink/brogurt-greek-yogurt-just-guys/ https://twitter.com/vr0nline/status/1064354635148738560?lang=en https://www.thethings.com/15-ridiculous-just-for-men-products-only-dude-bros-would-buy/ https://www.thethings.com/15-ridiculous-just-for-men-products-only-dude-bros-would-buy/ https://drsquatch.com https://www.teenvogue.com/gallery/most-scandalously-named-beauty-products https://sonailicious.com/illamasqua-throb-review-swatches-red-nail-polish/ https://slate.com/human-interest/2011/04/dove-s-go-sleeveless-ad-campaign-creates-body-anxieties-women-didn-t-know-they-had-and-sells-them-the-solution.html KATHLEEN'S SOURCES: https://onezero.medium.com/the-u-s-military-is-turning-to-science-fiction-to-shape-the-future-of-war-1b40d11eb6b4 https://futurism.com/from-sci-fi-to-reality-the-future-of-warfare https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2021/jun/26/project-cassandra-plan-to-use-novels-to-predict-next-war https://bestlifeonline.com/historical-predictions/ 

S5 Ep377: Dumb Names They Give Men’s Products & How the Military is Using Sci-Fi Writers

Why do turtlenecks evoke images of timeless style, power, and confidence? Kathleen does a deep dive on the underrated shirt we need to give a second look to! Then, Bebe discusses “The Dodleston Messages,” aka that time in the mid-‘80s when a BBC Microcomputer started posting mysterious letters from both the 1500s AND the year 2109! What the heck was going on? And who’s Gary? Plus, “Encanto” musings, a special appearance from Neil, and your voicemails! ------ Join our LIVE SHOWS on Patreon: http://patreon.com/acquiredtaste Next show: Wednesday, Jan. 26th, 2022 ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  ------ Please support the companies that support us!  R.M.A. Fertility Networks, New Jersey - Coming to Jersey City this Fall 2022! Make an appointment today at http://rmanetwork.com. The Pill Club - Right now, when you go to http://thepillclub.com/taste. The Pill Club is offering a $10 donation to http://bedsider.org/ for every An Acquired Taste listener who becomes a patient. Your donation will help low-income individuals get access to birth control through http://bedsider.org/! Honeylove - See for yourself at http://honeylove.com and get 20% off a second item. PLUS, when you use code TASTE, you'll get an ADDITIONAL 10% off your entire order!  Lumineux - Get 15% off your order today by going to http://getlumineux.com/taste and use the code “taste!" Thrive Causemetics - Now is a great time to try Thrive Causemetics for yourself! Right now, you can get 15% off your first order when you visit http://thrivecausemetics.com/TASTE. KATHLEEN’S SOURCES: https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/history-of-turtleneckshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polo_neckhttps://www.businessoffashion.com/education/fashion-az/turtleneckhttps://stylecaster.com/cute-turtlenecks/https://allthatsinteresting.com/beatniks-new-yorkhttps://threadcurve.com/types-of-turtlenecks/https://nypost.com/2015/05/18/surprising-news-ladies-men-think-your-turtlenecks-are-sexy/https://www.gq.com/story/male-sex-appeal-turtlenecks BETHANY’S SOURCES: Nostalgia Nerd: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEDgG5MKndo https://www.higgypop.com/news/was-a-retro-computer-used-to-contact-a-ghost/ https://mercuriuspoliticus.wordpress.com/2010/11/01/ghost-in-the-machine/ https://www.ozy.com/true-and-stories/did-a-ghost-inhabit-this-computer-or-was-it-a-long-con/97259/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BBC_Micro https://www.retro-kit.co.uk/page.cfm/content/BBC-Computer-Literacy-Project/ https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l2632&_nkw=the+vertical+plane&_sacat=261186 https://bestlifeonline.com/crazy-useful-facts-youve-never-heard-before/ 

S5 Ep376: The Psychology of Turtlenecks & a 1980s Time Traveling Computer

Would YOU want a completely fake-but-looks-real version of you to hang around after you died? Kathleen and Bethany have some caveats. Plus a few more tech items that Bethany is scared of from this year’s Consumer Electronics Show, and why porch pirates are ruining everything. ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  ------ Join our LIVE SHOWS on Patreon: http://patreon.com/acquiredtaste Next show: Wednesday, Jan. 26th, 2022 ------ Please support the companies that support us!  SoloStove - Shop now and get up to 30% off fire pits all month long, AND use promo code TASTE at checkout to get an extra $10 off! Plus a lifetime warranty and FREE 30-day returns. Just go to solostove.com and get $10 off when you use promo code TASTE.  ------ SOURCES:  https://time.com/6138973/metaverse-ces-2022/ 

S5 Ep375: The Novocaine Didn't Work

Bethany is opening our minds to how toxic positivity affects us in our everyday lives. Sleep when you're dead? Not us! We're napping now and learning how to deal with in-your-face positivity given to you by (usually) well-meaning people. Then, Kathleen is ruffling Bethany's feathers with a complete walk-through of how you can make your home a top-to-bottom smart home with every cool gadget on the market to help you live life better (should you wish to let the robots take over). Plus, are you ready for the boobs? ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  ------ Join our LIVE SHOWS on Patreon: http://patreon.com/acquiredtaste ------ Please support the companies that support us!  ROTHY’S - Hit the new year in stride with a fresh pair of Rothy’s. New customers get $20 off your first purchase at http://rothys.com/taste.   VEGAMOUR - Go to http://vegamour.com/taste and use code TASTE to save 20% on your first order! TALKSPACE - Visit http://talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month when you use promo code taste at sign-up.  CHIME - Make your first good decision of the new year, and join over 10 million people using Chime. Sign-up takes only two minutes and doesn’t affect your credit score. Get started at http://chime.com/taste. ------ BETHANY’S SOURCES: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-toxic-positivity-5093958 https://thepsychologygroup.com/toxic-positivity/ https://www.chicagoparent.com/parenting/you/toxic-positivity/ https://eugenetherapy.com/article/the-toxic-positivity-trap/ https://www.scienceofpeople.com/toxic-positivity/ https://pop.inquirer.net/117862/3-signs-that-your-positive-thinking-might-be-getting-toxic https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/positivevibes/ KATHLEEN’S SOURCES: https://www.techspot.com/news/56042-sensfloor-is-the-smart-carpet-that-packs-a-world-of-possibilities.html 

S5 Ep374: Toxic Positivity & How to Have a Completely Smart Home

Do you have a hard time celebrating your successes? You may have “productivity dysmorphia.” Kathleen’s talking about her struggles with this and who seems most likely to be affected! Then, Bethany is talking about a 400+-year-old technique that’s still being used in cars, TV, even one of your favorite movies. Plus, you’ll never believe why this author won’t take certain phone calls! ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  ------ What We Talked About: Listen to Dennis’ new single “Anneliese M.,” based on the real-life exorcism of Anneliese Michel! —> https://open.spotify.com/album/4q3QQpbtTHEIysqTtvPtsc  This is the giant corkboard that Kathleen ordered: https://amzn.to/3zsrp49 ------ Please support the companies that support us!  Liquid IV - Grab Liquid I.V. in bulk nationwide at Costco or you can get 25% off when you go to LIQUIDIV.COM and use code TASTE at checkout.  Truebill - Don’t fall for subscription scams. Start cancelling today at Truebill.com/taste   Bombas - Go to Bombas.com/taste and get 20% off any purchase! Athena Club - Show your skin you care with the Athena Club Razor Kit! Sign up today and you’ll get 20% off your first order! Just go to AthenaClub.com and use promo code “taste."   ------ BETHANY’S SOURCES: “Pepper’s Ghost Effect,” Spencer Meyer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qbp_s2AG5ZU https://theundefeated.com/features/the-strange-legacy-of-tupacs-hologram-after-coachella/ http://www.faculty.umb.edu/gary_zabel/Courses/Phil%20281b/Philosophy%20of%20Magic/Natural_Magic/jportac17.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcqyoYfHIFM https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pepper%27s_ghost https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/pope-disappears-tv/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Musion_Eyeliner https://slate.com/culture/2015/11/home-alone-hit-theaters-25-years-ago-heres-how-they-filmed-its-bonkers-finale.html Home Alone (1990) Harry and Fire: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqyAf1r_ZfE KATHLEEN’S SOURCES: https://www.refinery29.com/en-gb/2021/09/10640493/what-is-productivity-dysmorphia https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-be-less-down-about-my-productivity-recognize-success-2021-10 https://www.healthline.com/health/hedonic-treadmill#:~:text=The%20hedonic%20treadmill%20is%20a,steady%20personal%20baseline%20over%20time forbes.com/sites/ilyapozin/2013/08/14/9-habits-of-productive-people/?sh=52f676882d3f 

S5 Ep373: Productivity Dysmorphia & Pepper’s Ghost

Happy Holidays! Bethany’s talking about the less-than-wholesome depictions of Santa Claus in recent media, including one who drowned Fran Drescher in eggnog. Then, Kathleen is asking everyone to take a different look at themselves: what would people say about you in a eulogy? Is it what you’d *want* them to say? Plus, who would you leave an “I’m Sorry” $1 million to? ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  What We Talked About: [CLIP] "The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cvqLhRYVOQs  Beanie Mania -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4lyUdABSHhs ------ Please support the companies that support us!  Dipsea - For listeners of the show, Dipsea is offering an extended 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/TASTE  Solo Stove - Get an extra $10 off Holiday deals at solostove.com, promo code TASTE.  Faherty - Visit FahertyBrand.com/taste and use the code “taste” at checkout for 20% off! The Pill Club - Right now, when you go to THEPILLCLUB.COM/TASTE, the Pill Club is offering a $10 donation to Bedsider.org for every An Acquired Taste listener who becomes a patient. Your donation will help low-income individuals get access to birth control through Bedsider.org. BETHANY’S SOURCES: https://www.denofgeek.com/tv/13-craziest-interpretations-of-santa-claus-to-ever-slide-down-a-chimney/ “Secret of Mana” Boss Battle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxIpMDHDFPs https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secret_of_Mana Trailer: “Santa’s Slay” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45wLLhUaMgA https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Klaus_(comics) KATHLEEN’S SOURCES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zl4DZtspowY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wcK2m3847g https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zgiixRwn6xU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Kq_3xGJAaA 

S4 Ep372: Bizarre Depictions of Santa Claus & Writing Your Eulogy

1 spoon = 1 shit to give. What do you do when your friend only talks to you about her problems, and even jokes that you’re her therapist? Our listener is dealing with this very issue and desperately needs advice. She doesn’t want to lose the friendship, but she’s also mentally exhausted! Then, Kathleen is teaching everyone the very important lesson, “Never Trust a Santa.” Something about the holidays makes criminals extra criminal-y, and Kathleen has the stories to share (including one Santa who was high on bath salts but still spread some holiday cheer)! Plus, Bethany’s landlady airdropped her something kind of disturbing... ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  ------ Check out our next Live Patreon Show on Monday, Dec. 20th at 7:30 PM ET!  ------ Please support the companies that support us!  StoryWorth - Go to StoryWorth.com/taste and save $10 on your first purchase! SkyLight Frames - Now, as a special offer, you can get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go SkylightFrame.com and enter code “Taste." Talkspace - Match with a licensed therapist when you go to talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with the promo code TASTE. ------ BETHANY’S SOURCES: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) http://speakingofsuicide.com/resources Christine Miserandino, “The Spoon Theory” https://butyoudontlooksick.com/articles/written-by-christine/the-spoon-theory/ https://www.healthline.com/health/spoon-theory-chronic-illness-explained-like-never-before#1 https://medium.com/invisible-illness/spoon-theory-659e3a755c81 https://adaa.org/finding-help/treatment/low-cost-treatment https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/19/smarter-living/how-to-get-your-friends-to-stop-treating-you-like-a-therapist.html https://www.wellandgood.com/my-friend-treats-me-like-therapist/ https://theswaddle.com/what-the-spoon-theory-means-for-people-living-with-chronic-illnesses-disabilities/ https://columbiachronicle.com/awkward-how-to-tell-someone-youre-not-their-therapist-but-kindly KATHLEEN’S SOURCES: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/usa/disturbing-christmas-crimes/ https://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/fl-xpm-2007-12-28-0712270809-story.html https://lawandcrime.com/crazy/top-10-most-outrageous-christmas-crimes-of-recent-memory/ https://www.oregonlive.com/news/2019/12/thief-chopped-down-and-stole-78-christmas-trees-from-family-farm.html

S4 Ep371: Help! My Friend’s Treating Me Like Her Therapist! & Christmas Crimes

Get ready to clutch your pearls, because Kathleen is coming in hot with a relationship question that’s going to divide the crowd. Could YOU stay in a relationship with someone who told this lie? And what lies are acceptable in a relationship? Then, Bethany is talking about an Australian family who mysteriously jumped in their car and drove away, leaving everything they owned behind…and then came back, just as confused as everyone else was. What caused the Tromp family to leave in the first place?  ------ What We Talked About: Patton Oswalt’s “Christmas Shoes” bit —> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iq10bz3PxyY Netflix has a hub on Spotify - https://www.linkedin.com/feed/news/netflix-spotify-unveil-netflix-hub-4590737 Only Murders In The Building (Hulu) - https://www.hulu.com/series/only-murders-in-the-building-ef31c7e1-cd0f-4e07-848d-1cbfedb50ddf Spencer (Rental Movie) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lagauhb5GyY ----- Join our  Patreon Show! —> https://www.patreon.com/acquiredtaste Dec. 9 @ 1 pm ET Dec. 20 @ 7:30 pm ET ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  ------ Please support the companies that support us!  Athena Club - Show your skin you care with the Athena Club Razor Kit! Sign up today and you’ll get 20% off your first order! Just go to AthenaClub.com and use promo code “taste!” Framebridge - Get started today - frame your photos or send someone the perfect gift. Go to Framebridge.com and use promo code TASTE to save an additional 15% off your first order.  SkyLight Frames - Now, as a special offer, you can get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go SkylightFrame.com and enter code "Taste!” Liquid IV - Grab your favorite Liquid I.V. flavors nationwide at Walmart or you can get 25% off when you go to LIQUIDIV.COM and use code TASTE at checkout! ------ KATHLEEN’S SOURCES: https://bestlifeonline.com/relationship-white-lies/ https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/wtf/dad-wins-447k-payout-after-wife-lied-about-paternity-of-their-three-kids/news-story/5dc0c56ccaa8489f78c40008a54d4e90 BETHANY’S SOURCES: Buzzfeed Unsolved: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pIx4z_yosQ Buzzfeed Unsolved: The Missing Family Q&A https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fvTb2Kw_cnQ https://www.mamamia.com.au/tromp-family/ https://www.nowtolove.com.au/news/real-life/riana-tromp-on-tromp-family-mystery-37422 https://www.pressreader.com/australia/womans-day-australia/20170515/284193695669455     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BTJW38xChw4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f1GSdBOxyiw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZBrtIzvSYE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsB1_UGiVoU 

S4 Ep370: Relationship White Lies & the Mysterious Tromp Family Road Trip

Do you know someone who always seems to make the *worst* choice in the situation? Bethany’s reading a Reddit “advice request” from someone who made truly stupid workplace choices…and now wants to sue their employer! Plus, what dumb stuff would you put in a relationship prenup?  ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  ------ Please support the companies that support us!  ThirdLove - Feeling is believing. Upgrade to everyday pieces that love your body as much as you do. ○ Right now, you can get 20% off your first order at THIRDLOVE.com/TASTE   ------ Sources: https://np.reddit.com/r/legaladvice/comments/6rerbm/mn_possible_first_amendment_violation_at_my_place/  https://www.buzzfeed.com/katangus/what-the-actual-fuck-people   

S4 Ep369: The Most Hilarious Bad Coworker Ever - Bonus

There used to be a tradition of people telling scary ghost stories during Christmas, so Bethany is telling you one (or a hotel full) this week! The Hotel Monte Vista has a long history of deaths in the hotel and ghosts reportedly abound. But what’s the scariest thing about the hotel? You may be surprised…. Then, Kathleen was inspired by a sweet lab named Bailey who turns out to be AMAZING at sniffing out missing people and items! She’s talking about other bizarrely useful skills and equally bizarre jobs. (Would you watch paint dry for a living?) ------ Check out our merch! —> https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast  ------ Please support the companies that support us!  Rothy’s - Win the gift game this season with Rothy’s shoes and accessories. Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/TASTE with extended returns and exchanges through the holidays.  Dipsea - For listeners of the show, Dipsea is offering an extended 30 day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/TASTE  SkyLight Frames - Now, as a special offer, you can get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go SkylightFrame.com and enter code Taste Faherty - Faherty makes the perfect clothes for layering. Stock up on all your fall essentials NOW! Head to FahertyBrand.com/taste and use code “taste” at checkout to get 20% off your first purchase. ------ BETHANY’S SOURCES: https://hotelmontevista.com https://hotelmontevista.com/about/ https://www.legendsofamerica.com/az-montevista/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hotel_Monte_Vista Google Reviews: Hotel Monte Vista https://www.allstays.com/Haunted/az_flagstaff_montevistahotel.htm http://hauntedhouses.com/arizona/monte-vista-hotel/ https://ktar.com/story/1321982/hotel-monte-vista-named-most-haunted-spot-in-arizona/ KATHLEEN’S SOURCES: https://www.bustle.com/life/15-super-weird-easy-to-learn-skills-that-always-impress-people-3260879 https://theundercoverrecruiter.com/weirdest-jobs-world/ https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-essex-59390720 https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/odd-jobs-that-pay-well 

S4 Ep368: The Haunted Hotel Monte Vista & Weird-But-Useful Talents

Every week Bethany and Kathleen get together to chat about their lives and what's weird in the world, and they're inviting you to join them! Pull up a chair. Pour yourself something warm or strong or bubbly. There's room at the Tastebud Table for everyone.

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