We're back and with a new name. The Townies is trademarked by some fellow podcasters so you are now listening to the Third Coast Cast. In this episode, Co-creator Andrew Jason wants us to think harder about the cultural stereotype of the Midwest Nice or Midwest Kindness. Join us for a stimulating discussion and as always let us know what you think by rating, following, and sharing with friends and family! Or just text us and tell us what you thought! For reference to the article this discussion was inspired by, check out http://gawker.com/on-smarm-1476594977 "On Smarm" by Tom Scocca and Gawker

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Midwest Nice

In this third episode of The Townies, join Derek and Andrew as they take us through Michigan and the Midwest's love for the game of Euchre. Special thanks to Abigail Kirby Conklin and Gus Navarro for their contributions. As always, please subscribe and share if you enjoy our content, and know that we appreciate all the love and support. If you have a story you would like to share about any topic related to Michigan and the Midwest, please e-mail us at thetowniescast@gmail.com

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Join Derek and Andrew as they discuss the shiny aisles of Michigan's superstore, Meijer! Thank you for listening and subscribing, we look forward to hearing from you!

Michigan's Superstore

When the flakes start to fall and the roads get a little sloppy, have you ever heard someone say in frustration, "Nobody knows how to drive in this weather!" Join Andrew Jason and Derek Flint as they do a brief exploration of this common phrase that anyone who has driven in the snow has probably encountered. Does anyone know how to drive in snowy weather? What do folks mean when they say this? Who is saying this? Let's find out!

"Nobody knows how to drive in this weather!"

Ope! Didn't see you there! Hello and welcome! Join Andrew and Derek, two Michigan natives exploring topics such as common phrases, societal norms, and politics relevant to the experiences of Michiganders and Midwesterners.

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