Best Trash Talk Zone Podcasts (2025)

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EPISODE 115: Sobriety 1:21:57

1d ago1:21:57

1:21:57

In this ep Amber talks to Rax about her sobriety and her new collection of essays Sloppy Or: Doing It All Wrong PREORDER IT NOW! Like before you finish this sentence. They catch up as usual, get resentful about resentments and there is a special guest at the very end, because she woke up from her nap early. Look out for Amber's next gripe zone abou…

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USA Tipping Culture Wars: Cocktails, Service Work, and Why Wages Still Suck | Twist Happy Hour Ep. 10 20:46

6d ago20:46

20:46

This week on Twist Happy Hour, we’re mixing up a crisp Pear Martini and diving into a juicy topic that hits close to home: tipping culture in the United States. Keryn and Kate share personal stories from their time working in the service industry, break down how tipping works (and doesn’t), and talk about what it really means for service workers tr…

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Disasters, Dinosaurs, & MAGA Stalking (Couping Mechanisms for the Exhausted) | Twist Happy Hour Ep.9 21:43

13d ago21:43

21:43

Welcome to the Twist Happy Hour, where Keryn and Kate are pouring a glass of wine and diving into the wild world of coping mechanisms. From binge eating to bad disaster movies, they're unpacking all the ways we try (and sometimes fail) to handle modern chaos. With a signature mix of humor and honesty, the hosts talk about everything from childhood …

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Habeas Corpus, Constitutional Rights & The Future of Immigration | Twist Happy Hour Ep. 8 19:38

20d ago19:38

19:38

This week on Twist Happy Hour, we’re shaking up more than just cocktails. Keryn and Kate kick things off with the Rosemary Reverie, a herbaceous gin drink that’s anything but ordinary, before diving headfirst into a conversation about constitutional rights, habeas corpus, and what’s really at stake when those protections start to wobble. From Elle …

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Tariffs, TikTok, Wine Prices, and Why Nothing Is as Simple as It Seems | Twist Happy Hour Ep. 7 20:27

27d ago20:27

20:27

We’re stirring up cocktails and conversation about a topic that might hit your wallet: tariffs. Keryn and Kate kick off the episode with a Lavender Bees Knees and Empress Gin, then pivot to the rising costs of wine, hidden fees from online shopping, getting your news on tariffs from TikTok and the complex ripple effects of global trade. From unexpe…

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1980s Parenting vs. Today: Why It’s So Much Harder Now | Twist Happy Hour Ep. 6 20:52

1M ago20:52

20:52

Is modern parenting just harder—or are we all just exhausted? In this episode, we chat about growing up in the 1980s vs. raising kids now. From screen time stress to online safety, catfishing, and constant pressure to “do it all,” we’re unpacking why today’s parents are overwhelmed... and maybe a little nostalgic for simpler times. Chapters 00:00 C…

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Hotel Pet Peeves: Why Are Resort Fees Still a Thing? | Twist Happy Hour Ep. 5 20:37

1M ago20:37

20:37

From loose outlets to sky-high resort fees, we’re ranting about all the little things that drive us nuts at hotels. Whether it’s getting nickel-and-dimed or struggling to find a working USB port, we’re calling it out—cocktail in hand, of course. 🍸 Tune in for travel venting, a few laughs, and stories you’ll definitely relate to. 🔗 Subscribe for mor…

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Why The Witcher Is Better Than Superman | Twist Happy Hour Ep. 4 18:25

2M ago18:25

18:25

What makes The Witcher worth watching (besides Henry Cavill looking amazing in leather)? In this episode, we dig into the show’s storyline, how it compares to Game of Thrones, why it’s better than Superman, and whether comic book roots help or hurt it. Plus, what will it take to get Kate to FINALLY watch it so she and Keryn have something to talk a…

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Finally, Some Good News | Dire Wolves, Eurovision, & the Joshua Tree Win | Twist Happy Hour Ep. 3 18:42

2M ago18:42

18:42

Let’s face it: the news can feel like a nonstop doom scroll. But this week on Twist Happy Hour, we’re flipping the script and focusing entirely on the kind of good news stories that give us hope, make us laugh, or at least make us go, "Okay, maybe the world isn’t totally on fire." Grab your favorite drink—boozy or not—and settle in for Episode 3: a…

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Murder, Mystery, & Hollywood | Natalie Wood Conspiracy Deep Dive | Twist Happy Hour | Episode 2 17:21

2M ago17:21

17:21

Was Natalie Wood’s death really an accident—or is there a darker Hollywood conspiracy still lurking beneath the surface? In this episode of Twist Happy Hour, we explore the mysterious drowning of Natalie Wood, the swirling theories around Robert Wagner and Christopher Walken, and how one of Hollywood’s most tragic deaths remains unsolved decades la…

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Weirdest Guinness World Records (Yes, Someone Paddled a Pumpkin) | Twist Happy Hour | Episode 1 13:18

2M ago13:18

13:18

Discover the weirdest Guinness World Records ever set — from paddling giant pumpkins to sticking pencils in your beard. In this episode of Twist Happy Hour, we explore bizarre world records, odd personal goals, and why some of these records even exist. Grab your favorite cocktail and hang out with us as we chat about: Guinness World Records gone wi…

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EPISODE 113: 55 and Better with Kristen Arnett 1:09:30

9M ago1:09:30

1:09:30

Gay Florida novelist Kristen Arnett joins Rax and Amber to talk about retirement communities in the Sunshine State, of which there are 8 in Kristen's immediate vicinity alone! What are the environmental and social impacts of importing seniors by the thousands to live on island time in Florida? Also, what the hell is "NYPD Pizza"?…

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EPISODE 112: THE Boss Baby 1:05:30

10M ago1:05:30

1:05:30

In this ep Amber and Rax talk about the 2017 animated film The Boss Baby. But before that they talk about baby botox, how music is a drug and everything that has ever happened to them. PS: I'm sorry it took me (Amber) forever to edit this one.

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EPISODE 111: Lesbian Bars with Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya 1:05:30

11M ago1:05:30

1:05:30

In this whirlwind ep Rax and Amber talk to Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya about construction, revenge and boos baby. They also eventually get to talk about Kayla's piece for Autostraddle "We Went to Every Dyke Bar in NYC in One Day" that she wrote with Drew Burnett Gregory and which we highly recommend! If you listen to the whole ep you will get to hear ab…

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EPISODE 110: The Sorrows of Young Affleck ft. Josh Gondelman 1:05:07

12M ago1:05:07

1:05:07

Josh Gondelman (comedian, friend of the pod, and official Boston correspondent) joins us once again to talk about Boston's finest, Ben Affleck. Why is he so grim and does it have anything to do with that incredible phoenix tattoo?

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EPISODE 109: Guess Who's Back? Not Red Lobster 1:13:28

1y ago1:13:28

1:13:28

Don't call it a comeback, actually you totally can, that's what it is. Amber and Rax are back to talk about the most important cultural event happening right now, that's right, we're talking about Red Lobster filing for bankruptcy. We just had to come back from hiatus to look into this because something about the headlines smelled...shrimpy. Of cou…

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TURBULENCE 3 Has Us Screaming for the Nearest Exit - Trash for Trash 1:12:57

1+ y ago1:12:57

1:12:57

This week our pungent, wallowing trash piglets James and Patrick take to the skies to review Turbulence 3: Heavy Metal, which held the record for "Worst Aviation Related Disaster of the Year" from May 2001 until sometime in mid-September. Follow Us On Social: https://twitter.com/jameswillems https://twitter.com/handsomemaster2 Tshirts n stuff: http…

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Jacked to the Future: NEMESIS 2: NEBULA - Trash For Trash 1:12:26

1+ y ago1:12:26

1:12:26

Tighten up your Bo Derek braids and grease up your abs because this week trash heaps James and Patrick are reviewing Nemesis 2: Nebula. Imagine if The Predator banged T2 then abandoned the baby in an Arizona oil refinery. Want to watch exclusive Funhaus content? Click the link! https://www.youtube.com/funhaus/join or https://fun.haus/first Follow U…

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FUTURE ZONE is the Genisys of Judgment Day's Salvation 1:11:36

1+ y ago1:11:36

1:11:36

Carradine-heads, assemble! This week the trash pals wallow in the 1990 sci-fi cyborg buddy cop western action comedy FUTURE ZONE! Want to watch exclusive Funhaus content? Click the link! https://www.youtube.com/funhaus/join or https://fun.haus/first Follow Us On Social: https://twitter.com/jameswillems https://twitter.com/handsomemaster2 Tshirts n …

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We Get Mauled By ROAR - Trash For Trash 1:10:24

1+ y ago1:10:24

1:10:24

This week, noble trashmen James and Patrick unstick themselves from the movie theater floor to review 1981's ROAR. Most likely the only cat-based comedy in which Tippi Hedren contracted gangrene from an elephant attack. Want to watch exclusive Funhaus content? Click the link! https://www.youtube.com/funhaus/join or https://fun.haus/first Follow Us …

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Dragonball: The Magic Begins Bears a Passing Resemblance to Dragonball - Trash for Trash 1:10:51

1+ y ago1:10:51

1:10:51

The patience and sanity of the our favorite garbage pals is put to the test when they have to watch an unlicensed Taiwanese attempt at a live action Dragonball film! Want to watch exclusive Funhaus content? Click the link! https://www.youtube.com/funhaus/join or https://fun.haus/first Follow Us On Social: https://twitter.com/jameswillems https://tw…

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Highway to Hell is Neither Fast Nor Furious 1:10:11

1+ y ago1:10:11

1:10:11

Want to watch exclusive Funhaus content? Click the link! https://www.youtube.com/funhaus/join or https://fun.haus/first This week James and Patrick are pulled from their dumpster hideaway long enough to watch Rob Lowe's little brother race Satan for the hand of Jerry Stiller or something in 1991's Highway to Hell! Follow Us On Social: https://twitt…

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Whatcha Gonna Do When Santa w/ Muscles Comes Down on You? - Trash for Trash 1:07:32

1+ y ago1:07:32

1:07:32

Welcome to Trash for Trash! This week, smelly trash goblins James and Patrick talk about "Santa with Muscles", possibly the best supplement salesman gets amnesia and saves an orphanage from exploding magic crystals film of the mid to late 90s. Want to watch exclusive Funhaus content? Click the link! https://www.youtube.com/funhaus/join or https://f…

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Two Heroes, Four Glistening Pecs, Zero Body Hair: The Barbarians - Trash for Trash 1:07:35

1+ y ago1:07:35

1:07:35

Welcome to Trash for Trash! Today our lovable trash babies discuss 1987's sword, sorcery, and steroid spectacular "The Barbarians." Want to watch exclusive Funhaus content? Click the link! https://www.youtube.com/funhaus/join or https://fun.haus/first Follow Us On Social: https://twitter.com/jameswillems https://twitter.com/handsomemaster2 Tshirts …

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Sci-Fighter is The Matrix Costumed by Party City - Trash for Trash 1:03:41

1+ y ago1:03:41

1:03:41

Welcome to Trash for Trash! Today the trash boys discuss the 2004 Lorenzo Lamas masterpiece Sci-Fighter! Just think Mortal Kombat but hornier with a dash of The Lawnmower man. Follow Us On Social: https://twitter.com/jameswillems https://twitter.com/handsomemaster2 Tshirts n stuff: https://store.roosterteeth.com/collections/funhaus Welcome to Funha…

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Dad Bod Terminator: Abraxas, Guardian of the Universe - Trash for Trash 1:00:31

1+ y ago1:00:31

1:00:31

Welcome to Trash for Trash! Today the trash boys discuss 1991's "Abraxas, Guardian of the Universe", a film that somehow manages to rip off The Terminator, Star Man, Akira, Jack Kirby's New Gods, and the braided rattail I sported from 1987 to 1993. Follow Us On Social: https://twitter.com/jameswillems https://twitter.com/handsomemaster2 Tshirts n s…

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Munchie is Here to Eat Your Soul - Trash for Trash 58:23

1+ y ago58:23

58:23

Welcome to Trash for Trash! Today the trash boys discuss 1992's "Munchie", the heartwarming tale of a lonely boy and his leathery animatronic nightmare machine. Follow Us On Social: https://twitter.com/jameswillems https://twitter.com/handsomemaster2 Tshirts n stuff: https://store.roosterteeth.com/collections/funhaus Welcome to Funhaus, the interne…

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Gymkata Does Not Stick the Landing - Trash for Trash 1:18:37

1+ y ago1:18:37

1:18:37

Welcome to Trash for Trash! Join these dirty trash boys as they discuss "Gymkata", one of the finest examples of the notorious Gymsploitation era that dominated film in the mid 1980's. Follow Us On Social: https://twitter.com/jameswillems https://twitter.com/handsomemaster2 Tshirts n stuff: https://store.roosterteeth.com/collections/funhaus Welcome…

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Introducing Trash for Trash 0:29

2y ago0:29

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James and Patrick watch trash movies so you don't have to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Rooster Teeth

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EPISODE 42069: The Gripe Zone 9:39

2y ago9:39

9:39

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EPISODE 108: On Glitter and Concrete — Talking NYC Drag With Elyssa Maxx Goodman 51:57

2y ago51:57

51:57

Rax and author Elyssa Maxx Goodman discuss drag from 17th century kabuki theater to RuPaul's Drag Race and pandemic-born Zoom drag shows, all as told in Elyssa's forthcoming book "Glitter and Concrete: A Cultural History of Drag in New York"! The book comes out on 9/12 and is a must-read for anyone who loves, duh, glitter and concrete.…

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EPISODE 107: Rugrats 1:03:35

2y ago1:03:35

1:03:35

Amber and Rax chat about another 90s classic, Rugrats! This weird looking show about babies getting into shenanigans was the first cartoon with truly multigenerational appeal. It first aired in 1991 and we're here to say, it still slaps. Shoutout to listener Rachel Feingersh for the topic suggestion! Sources: The Oral History Of ‘Nicktoons’, Part I…

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EPISODE 106: Eve Babitz 1:06:52

2y ago1:06:52

1:06:52

Amber and Rax talk about one of their favorites, Eve Babitz. The LA Woman, the groupie, the muse, the artist, the author and ultimately the star. IYKYK, if you don't, listen. Info for this ep comes from: The “Sex and Rage” of Eve Babitz (Jia Tolentino, The New Yorker, 2017) Eve Babitz, a Hedonist With a Notebook, is Dead at 78 (Penelope Green, NYT,…

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EPISODE 105: Recreational (Retirement) Vehicles 1:08:03

2y ago1:08:03

1:08:03

Rax and Amber dive into RV history and culture, touching on the development of the National Parks Service and the USPS along the way. We wouldn't even have the Margaritaville RV Resort if not for the Postal Service!

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EPISODE 104: Goosebumps In The Night 1:06:38

2y ago1:06:38

1:06:38

Amber and Rax (btw love how we write these in the 3rd person like we have a fancy producer, it's just us) anyway, Amber and Rax (definitely not us) talked about the Goosebumps books series and it's superstar author R.L. Stine. The series is known for getting boys into reading, and being despised by adults and critics, which is how you knew it was c…

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EPISODE 103: The Goop Zone 1:03:43

2y ago1:03:43

1:03:43

Rax and Amber sort of can't believe they've never talked about Goop before, so here it is! Tune in to learn about some of Goop's most insane recommendations, among other things.

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EPISODE 102: Blockbuster 1:09:46

2y ago1:09:46

1:09:46

In this ep Amber and Rax talk about the video rental store that killed all other video rental stores, Blockbuster. We look back now with nostalgia at the time when we went to a physical Blockbuster before it was ruined by Netflix, but we forget that they were once the bad guy taking out independent video rental stores. We forget that Netflix was on…

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EPISODE 101: Watergate Salad 1:16:05

2y ago1:16:05

1:16:05

We're baaaaaack! Amber and Rax catch up after a much needed break and chat about the most American foods they can think of. First they chat about the food of the gods, ambrosia salad, you might know it as green stuff or even watergate salad. How did we start mixing cool whip with fruit and coconut and why is it so gooood?! We also chat about micorw…

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EPISODE 100: Alone, Or: On Titillating Dads 1:01:17

2y ago1:01:17

1:01:17

Rax and Sean KB of the Antifada host another episode of Sean and Rax's Movie Corner Or Whatever We Decide To Call It, this time about the History Channel's flagship reality TV program "Alone."

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EPISODE 99: succession-theme-song.wav 57:33

2y ago57:33

57:33

In today's installment of Sean And Rax's Movie Corner Or Whatever We Decide To Call It, Rax talks to the Antifada's Sean KB about every media goober's favorite prestige dramedy, Succession! Plus, an announcement!

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EPISODE 98: Big Mac and Me 1:04:46

2+ y ago1:04:46

1:04:46

Amber made Rax watch one of the worst movies of all time, Mac and Me and she was not happy about it. So Amber told her the story of how this product placement ET rip off was made. Brought to you by the same producer as Karate Kid! It was supposed to be for the children, it ended up being for nobody but Paul Rudd.…

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EPISODE 97: Come On Barbie Let's Go Party 1:09:34

2+ y ago1:09:34

1:09:34

Rax and Amber dive into the insane history of America's favorite blonde with the help of M. Lord's Forever Barbie: The Unauthorized Biography of a Real Doll. If you've ever wondered whether there's a real psychopathic reason that Barbie doesn't have nipples, tune in!

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EPISODE 96: The Oscars 1:06:46

2+ y ago1:06:46

1:06:46

Amber & Rax did a special video episode to talk about the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Awards. They both agree there should be more slaps and less beige carpet at The Oscars. They also talk about the history of the awards ceremony and how it was made to keep Hollywood talent from unionizing. Check out the youtube video here!…

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EPISODE 95: Unsolved Mysteries, The Husband Did It 58:39

2+ y ago58:39

58:39

Rax talks to Amber about the classic 90s TV show, Unsolved Mysteries, which is basically Rescue 911 minus the rescue. They solved all the mysteries, the husband did it. Well, they didn't solve the UFO ones, still waiting for the government on that. Around here we like our mysteries solved and our FOs identified. Get on it, government! They also tal…

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EPISODE 94: Monster Jam with Monster Mal 1:00:25

2+ y ago1:00:25

1:00:25

Amber chats with Mallory Young (creator of Dirt Children) about their first ever Monster Jam. They loved it, immediately considered themselves experts and will now teach you all about it. It's pretty simple, Monster Jam is basically gymnastics or horse dancing, but with trucks. Also, Monster Mutt is the best truck to ever exist.…

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EPISODE 93: 844,739 Ways to Order a Burger 1:05:47

2+ y ago1:05:47

1:05:47

Waffle House rules, both as a restaurant and as a hub for insane crimes that people wouldn't dare commit anywhere else. Rax and Amber share their hash brown orders and discuss Waffle House's FEMA readiness and diner-themed record label in today's free episode.

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EPISODE 92: Riverdale 56:36

2+ y ago56:36

56:36

Thank you to the listeners who suggested Riverdale! We love it! The fashion, the bold lips, and the DRAMA. Also, we would kill for a malt at Pop's Diner. Did you know in an alternate universe it could have starred Louis CK as an Archie from the future? Yeah, thank god that didn't happen. Speaking of God, before we get into Riverdale we talk about A…

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EPISODE 91: Carry On Camping with Milo Edwards and Pheobe Roy 1:07:12

2+ y ago1:07:12

1:07:12

This ep is a real treat! Come hear about the classic British Carry On films, they made 31 of them so they must be great! Phoebe Roy and Milo Edwards, our UK correspondents, and hosts of Masters of Our Domain Pod, came on LCB to help us understand these bawdy films. We focused on Carry On Camping, the movie where 90 year olds play 40 year olds and 4…

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EPISODE 90: Babewatch 54:36

2+ y ago54:36

54:36

Come listen to our podcast, where we talk about how we don't get why podcasts are so popular for the first 10 mins! After we get over that hurdle we talk about Baywatch, the most popular show in the world in the 90s. Honestly, this should still be the most popular show in the world, it is action packed, full of butt montages and super dumb, we love…

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EPISODE 89: Mac and Cheese, The Holy Pasta 52:29

2+ y ago52:29

52:29

We can't believe we haven’t covered Mac & Cheese before! The dish that finally opened Rax's cold child heart to cheese. Amber and Rax finally get into it, and they are in person so they wear their best Mac outfits. Check out the YouTube vid (https://youtu.be/vstTLgtbpPk) to see what that means. We talk about the history, the ways to eat it and foot…

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