Join us for the 2010-2012 People's Choice and 2010-2013 Best GLBT People's Choice Podcast Awards nominated podcast, Cocktails and Cream Puffs, a gay, comedy, pop-culture show from, Buffalo, New York, hosted by Joey Bucheker and featuring Wendy Cameron, Gary Andrews-Stieglitz and Donna Suggarz. Listen as they discuss the intimate and insane adventures of their own lives, give the reach around to your most favored and hated celebrities, and discuss the news as only they see it. Get a fresh dos ...
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Kelly Slusher engages audiences with her quirky personality, and her commentary on everyday life, people, and society, being a lifelong musician touring in bands, and growing up in a dysfunctional oddball family.
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Ever wondered what it's like living as a foreigner in Japan? We're Annie & Zeb Ramsbotham, and while our Japan journey might be rambling, we hope this podcast isn't! Join us as we move from the United States to Ishikawa Prefecture, work in the JET Programme, explore Japan by bike, and navigate our new home. We're looking forward to having you along for the adventure. If you're enjoying the podcast we'd appreciate you subscribing and reviewing it on your preferred podcast platform! And as alw ...
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G and D discuss their world of art & include artists of all kinds as a special guest. D is nice & G is a bit of a jag-off. Somehow it works.
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The snacking podcast where we try snacks, new and old, and ask the question: you tried dat??
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Conversations about no surf and turf please, Costco people, kerfuffles, living in my purse, the one cupcake cafe, blender in a mug, and some other stuff I sayעל ידי Kelly Slusher
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283: Gus's S'mores Bars, Justin's PB Candy Pieces, and Reese's Jumbo
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Chocolate snacks on deck today as the You Tried Dat?? gang tastes Gus’s S'Mores Chocolate Bars, Justin’s Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy Pieces, and Reese’s Jumbo Cups. They also discuss trying to make a friend on an airplane before returning once again to the world of weird science. Follow us on Instagram to see pictures of the snacks @youtried…
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Japan Road Trip Week 2: Aomori Nebuta Matsuri, Shikoku School Stay, and Hells of Kyushu
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This week we've gone from the far north in Aomori Prefecture to the far south in Kyushu! We got to see the annual Aomori Nebuta Matsuri, stayed in an old elementary school on Shikoku, changed plans due to the Nankai Trough earthquake advisories, and took a ferry to the 7 Hells of Beppu on the island of Kyushu. Listen to the end of every episode to …
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282: Sour Patch Oreos, Freeze Nums Sour, and Corn Crunch
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A wild mixture of snacks are tasted by the You Tried Dat?? crew this week: Sour Patch Kid Oreos, Rockin’ola Buffalo Ranch Corn Crunch, and Freeze Nums Sour Nums. They also discuss a bizarre ice cream tasting session before putting AI to the test once again in another edition of Chat YTD. Follow us on Instagram to see pictures of the snacks @youtrie…
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Japan Road Trip Week 1: Hiking Hakusan, Akita Camping, and Osorezan
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This week we started our road trip by hiking Mt. Haku (or Hakusan), one of Japan’s 3 holy mountains. After the hike we started driving north to the Tohoku region, camping in Akita Prefecture, and making our way to Aomori Prefecture. We got to see Hirosaki Castle (one of the 12 remaining original castles in the country!) and stayed in Mutsu. During …
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281: Caramel Apple, Strawberry Smoothie, and Honey Bun Cow Tales
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The You Tried Dat?? crew is tasting three different Cow Tales flavors this week: Caramel Apple, Strawberry Smoothie, and Honey Bun. Moo! They also chat about sunburns and a long walk to a Ron Jon Surf Shop before holding another duos tournament. Follow us on Instagram to see pictures of the snacks @youtrieddat.…
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Conversations about weird airplane sounds, chip cereal, tsa tmi, visiting Phoenix in July, scary neighbor mountain lion, sugar lens eyeglassesעל ידי Kelly Slusher
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Moving Out, Cat Bus Bread, and Most Expensive Grapes in the World
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Today we officially moved out of our apartment in Uchinada! We’ll talk about the moving process, what we did with all our furniture, and how moving is different in Japan vs. the US. We also talk about all-you-can-eat buffet differences, sweet beans, bread shaped like Totoro’s cat bus, and what we’re doing now that we don’t have an apartment. Plus, …
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280: Vanilla, Chocolate, and Strawberry Charleston Chews
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Three flavors of Charleston Chews have made their way to the You Tried Dat?? tasting stage: Vanilla, Chocolate, and Strawberry. Which flavor of chew will reign supreme? The gang also discusses strawberry picking and cutting the cheese before learning about more world records. Follow us on Instagram to see pictures of the snacks @youtrieddat.…
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Last Day of Work, Special Paper, and Lonely Vending Machines
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Today was Zeb’s last day of work! He’s now the proud owner of a couple new certificates to commemorate his time working as a JET ALT. Speaking of special paper, this week we talk about the specific plant used to make paper for Japanese yen banknotes - plus lonely vending machines, buying love in a can, and WCW wrestling. Listen to the end of every …
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279: Keebler Fudge Stripes, Sandies, and E.L. Fudge Cookies
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It's an all Keebler episode for You Tried Dat?? this week as they taste Keebler Fudge Stripes, Sandies, and E.L. Fudge Cookies. Which cookie will reign supreme? They also discuss the extended Keeblerverse and unclean French rivers before playing an elf-themed game of Dis or Dat. Follow us on Instagram to see pictures of the snacks @youtrieddat.…
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Giant Cream Puffs, Group Bike Ride, and Toshogu Shrine Gundam
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This week we went on a bike ride to Himi in Toyama Prefecture with some of Zeb’s cycling teammates, and stopped mid-ride for giant choux cream puffs! We also talk about why Kanazawa is the “Ice Cream Capital of Japan”, and Annie finished her ice cream bike route with 12 different stops. Plus, did you know that the Toshogu Shrine in Nikko recently r…
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278: Hammond's Marshmallows, Snak Club Watermelon Rings, and Tiny Bites S'mores
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A collection of snacks from TJ Maxx are on deck this week for the You Tried Dat?? gang: Hammond’s Toasted Coconut Marshmallows, Snak Club Tajin Chili & Lime Watermelon Rings, and Tiny Bites Waffle Cones S’mores. They also discuss MRIs and aggro kids sports coaches before once again rating some of the world's worst pick up lines. Follow us on Instag…
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Disposing of Trash in Japan, New Laughing Rule, and Ice Cream Flavors
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This week we talk about the holiday Tanabata, a new rule from Yamagata Prefecture about laughing once a day, and ice cream flavors. Would you try miso and cheese ice cream? What about mountain vegetable ice cream? Plus, how do you get rid of trash and recycling when living in Japan? The “laughing once a day ordinance”: https://www.asahi.com/ajw/art…
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277: Sour Cream & Onion Chips, Parm Crisps, and Kickin' Nuts
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It's an all sour cream & onion episode on You Tried Dat?? this week. Block & Barrel Sour Cream & Onion Chips, Sour Cream & Onion Parm Crisps, and Sour Cream & Onion Kickin’ Nuts all square off for the title of top onion. They also discuss some recent news around the hot dog eating contest before learning about some gigs on Craigslist. Follow us on …
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New Yen Banknotes, Visiting Fantasy Springs at Tokyo Disney, and Taking Health Tests
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This week, Japan is releasing the newly designed bank note bills! What’s printed on the new yen bills, and how does this affect vending machines? We also talk about visiting the new Disney Sea park area (and how to get into Fantasy Springs), and our experience with annual health checks in Japan. How are the tests different than checkups in the US? …
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276: Trolli Crawlers, Stuffed Puffs Bites, and Mochi Snack Bites
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Have you ever made a slightly too inappropriate joke to someone you just met? The You Tried Dat?? crew has, and they recount one such story in this episode. They also try Trolli Sour Duo Crawlers, Stuffed Puffs Cookies ‘n Creme Bites, and Sun Tropics Mochi Sea Salt Snack Bites before taking an X-Games quiz. Follow us on Instagram to see pictures of…
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How the first convenience store came to Japan and Himeji Castle price increase
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Did you know the first convenience store came to Japan 50 years ago in 1974? This week we’re talking about how the conbini arrived in Japan, the first item that was sold, and how it changed the way you can get cash, pay bills, and enjoy snacks. We’re also talking about the differences between the words “popular” and “famous” in Japanese and English…
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275: Home Free Lemon Cookies, New Primal Beef Sticks, and Pirate's Booty
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Ahoy there mateys! There be treasure in this here episode. Specifically, Pirate's Booty. And it faces off against Home Free Lemon Burst Mini Cookies and The New Primal Classic Beef Sticks. The You Tried Dat?? gang also discusses throwing candy at parades before diving into some more Would You Rather scenarios. Follow us on Instagram to see pictures…
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Cycling 500km in One Day, Wakayama, Nachi Taisha, and Japan’s Shortest River
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This week we talk about how Zeb’s longest bike ride yet took him from the Sea of Japan across to the Pacific Ocean! He rode 500km (314 miles) to the tip of the Kii Peninsula in Wakayama Prefecture in one day. What would he change about the cycling route next time? What did he eat to fuel a 20 hour bike adventure? What were his biggest takeaways fro…
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274: Annie's Granola Bars, Block & Barrel Salt & Vinegar Chips, and Mystery Lollipops
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This week, the You Tried Dat?? crew tries to guess what the Original Gourmet Lollipops Mystery Flavor tastes like. They also try out Block & Barrel Salt & Vinegar Chips and Annie's Organic Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bars. Finally, they discuss a Portillo's order before discussing some of the worst jobs in the field of magic. Follow us on Instagra…
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Hello From The Park - 500km Ride Plans, JET Program Successor, and Moss Village
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The weather has been so nice recently that we decided to record this week from our neighborhood park - hopefully you can enjoy some of the ambiance of suburban Japan along with us! This week we’re talking about Zeb’s 500km single day bike ride plan, Annie’s scenic hydrangea temple route, visiting a moss village, and getting to chat with Zeb’s JET P…
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273: Fruit Roll-ups, Fruit By The Foot, and Gushers
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It's an all fruit snacks episode as You Tried Dat?? channels their inner child and tastes Tropical Tie-Dye Fruit Roll-ups, Berry Tie-Dye Fruit By The Foot, and Gushers. They also discuss a carpooling hoax, incompetent nurses, and Bigfoot before playing a game of Am I The Asshole. Follow us on Instagram to see pictures of the snacks @youtrieddat.…
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Conversations about 10 signs you're dating a frog, serious nonbusiness, hey man did you shave my cat?, a mini-mall under a big mansion, and boobies and buns house musicעל ידי Kelly Slusher
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JET Program Placements, Trash Balloons, and Kunrei vs Hepburn Writing Systems
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It’s an exciting time for incoming JETs, since they’re starting to learn their placements in the program! This week we talk about trash balloons making news headlines, the Kunrei vs. Hepburn debate for romanizing Japanese writing, kaga yuzen fabric dying method, and what we wish we knew about the JET Program before arriving in Japan. Listen to the …
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272: Cnapmak Wokorag, L'esti's Gulliver, and Pakkoha Muwka
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The You Tried Dat?? gang travels to eastern Europe to try out 3 hard to pronounce snacks: Cnapmak Wokorag Chocolate Bars, L’esti’s Gulliver Chocolates, and Pakkoha Muwka Candy. At least one of these is wildly surprising. They also discuss a strange McDonald's-related work email before finishing off the Premiere League Mascot Tournament. Follow us o…
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Weekend in Tokyo, Rickshaw Ride, Coffee Festival and Museums - Field Trip Episode!
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This week Annie's cousin visited Japan and we spent a weekend in Tokyo together! We recorded some throughout our trip, and have more of a "field trip style" episode this week. Join us as we visit the stairs from the "Your Name" anime movie, see a college friend's hometown, ride in a rickshaw, go thrift shopping, enjoy a few museums around Tokyo, an…
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Mini Episode 49: Milky Way vs. Milky Way
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This week, two different bars both named Milky Way face off against each other: one from Mars and one from Baton. Which one will the You Tried Dat?? crew prefer? They also discuss an unfortunate ladder accident, a wild bus passenger, and Kevin Costner's filmography. Follow us on Instagram to see pictures of the snacks @youtrieddat.…
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Conversations about pretend bank robber, muffins, chocolate lump on a cone, coffee resistance, and Brenda Rogers skit, and Sew Sorry skit and lots of stories and silly talk.על ידי Kelly Slusher
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Ontake Race Results, Cat Trading Cards, and Lake Suwa Bike Lanes
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This week we share Zeb’s bike race results from the Mt. Ontake hill climb! We also talk about the Kiso Area and Annie’s bike ride around Lake Suwa, visiting a Showa era museum in Takayama, cat trading cards, and some Lawson Mt Fuji drama. Nameneko Cat Cards: http://nameneko.com/jp/products.html Showa Era Museum: https://showakan.jp/takayama/ Ontake…
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271: Golden Grahams, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, and Cocoa Puffs Oat Bars
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Three soft baked oat bar flavors vie for the You Tried Dat?? crew's favor this week: Golden Grahams, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, and Cocoa Puffs. They also discuss an extremely clueless waiter before diving into some sweet and crazy romantic stories. Follow us on Instagram to see pictures of the snacks @youtrieddat.…
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Business Card Etiquette, International Shipping, & Bikepacking Trip
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This week Annie gets to visit an Elementary School and practice proper business card etiquette for introductions. Zeb is preparing for his biggest cycling race of the year this weekend, the Ontake Hill Climb, and Annie went on her first bikepacking trip in Toyama Prefecture. We also navigate the international shipping process for packages, and shar…
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Mini Episode 48: Prime Sports Drinks
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For this week's You Tried Dat?? episode, the gang dips their toes into the water of Prime Sports Drinks. They taste 3 flavors: Tropical Punch, Lemonade, and Meta Moon. They also discuss an unusual encounter at a rental car agency. Follow us on Instagram to see pictures of the snacks @youtrieddat.
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Conversations about funny sympathy cards, an annoying singing technique, strange facts, the alphabet diet, service dogs are now trendy, low self-esteem commercials, and many skits!על ידי Kelly Slusher
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School Field Trip, Visiting the Eye Doctor, and Driving Differences in Japan
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This week we try to get rid of one yen coins, go on a school field trip to the Kanazawa castle park, visit the eye doctor, and talk about how drivers say thank you in Japan. Another week talking about new experiences, mundane errands, and all the things we learn in between while navigating life abroad. Listen to the end of every episode to hear our…
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