Best Zero Days Pop Culture Podcasts (2024)

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Summer Movie Media Melee Round 2: Jurassic Park vs. Return of the Jedi and Harry Potter vs. Batman 1:13:58

10M ago1:13:58

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This week Adam and Jp kick off round 2 of the Summer Movie Media Melee when Jurassic Park takes on Return of the Jedi and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 battles Batman (89). Vote In Round 2: Facebook.com/adamandjp Twitter: @adamandjp

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Summer Movie Media Melee: Jurassic World vs. The Lion King (2019) and The Incredibles 2 vs. Star Wars: The Phantom Menace 1:31:36

10M ago1:31:36

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This week Adam and Jp wrap up round one of the The Summer Movie Media Melee when Jurassic World vs. The Lion King (2019) and The Incredibles 2 vs. Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. Vote now in round 2: facebook.com/adamandjp twitter: @adamandjpBy Adam and JP

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Summer Movie Media Melee: The Dark Knight vs. E.T and Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade vs. Titanic 1:15:12

10M ago1:15:12

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Adam and Jp have gathered the 16 biggest summer movies from the 80s, 90s, 2000s and 2010s. This week the Summer Movie Media Melee Tournament continues. First Round Matchups Week 1: Jurassic Park vs. Lord of the Rings: Return of The King Winner: Jurassic Park Star Wars: Return of The Jedi vs. Independence Day Winner: Star Wars: Return of The Jedi We…

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40. Fast X, Road Rage, and Bad Customer Service 1:00:55

11M ago1:00:55

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We finally review Fast X. Is customer service going down the tubes? We share our road rage stories again and discuss people not understanding how to address mail. Subscribe and tell a friend! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/americanzero/message

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Summer Movie Media Melee: Harry Potter 7 vs. Pirates of the Caribbean 2 and Batman (89) vs. Avatar (09) 1:43:43

11M ago1:43:43

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Adam and Jp have gathered the 16 biggest summer movies from the 80s, 90s, 2000s and 2010s. This week the Summer Movie Media Melee Tournament continues. First Round Matchups Last Week: Jurassic Park vs. Lord of the Rings: Return of The King Winner: Jurassic Park Star Wars: Return of The Jedi vs. Independence Day Winner: Star Wars: Return of The Jedi…

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Summer Movie Media Melee: Jurassic Park vs. Return of the King and Return of the Jedi vs. Independence Day 1:35:55

11M ago1:35:55

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Adam and Jp have gathered the 16 biggest summer movies from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. This week the Summer Movie Media Melee Tournament begins. FIrst Round Matchups This Week: Jurassic Park vs. Lord of the Rings: Return of the King Star Wars: Return of the Jedi vs. Independence Day Week of 5/26: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows vs. Pirates of th…

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400.5: Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 3 & Wrestlechat 2K23 1:46:14

12M ago1:46:14

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Adam and JP catch up to give a spoilers review of the latest MCU offering: Guaridans of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Talk turns to MCU TV shows, Star Wars shows, WWE Wrestlemania, WWE Backlash, The Fast and Furious Films, and more. Plus, the boys give a preview of an upcoming series debuting next week. A Media Melee that pits the biggest summer films of all-…

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Wisconsin’s Miijim to contribute to Indigenous food renaissance 1:15:51

12M ago1:15:51

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Around the country, restaurants led by Native chefs are reimagining what “American” food means. In doing so, they are also reclaiming an important culinary culture that has been long buried and inaccessible, even to Native people. In the Midwest, that includes folks like Sean Sherman, founder of The Sioux Chef, Owamni and the Indigenous Food Lab in…

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14 seats: The making of 1033 1:21:43

12M ago1:21:43

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What goes into building a restaurant? This week we’re sitting down with hospitality veteran Rob Levin, co-owner of 2A Wine Merchants and the forthcoming 1033 restaurant to find out more about the inspiration behind the 14-seat restaurant. During our chat, Levin shares his vision for 1033, the thinking behind the design of the restaurant and the ele…

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Ep. 39 Movie Reviews, Magic Johnson, and Firestone Tires 29:20

1y ago29:20

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This week Wes reviews John Wick, Cocaine Bear, and Scream. Murray briefly touches on the Mario movie. Wes and Murray tell stories of people commenting on every joke at a comedy show. Wes brings up the possibility of Magic Johnson not having HIV and asks Murray if he would pretend he had it to bring awareness to the disease. We also discuss the mean…

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Behind the scenes with Samantha Mitchell of SamanthaStarr Events 1:04:27

1y ago1:04:27

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It was 2016 when Samantha Mitchell took the initiative to plan her first events under the moniker SamanthaStarr Events. At the time, the public relations and marketing graduate was working full time for a local nonprofit and pursuing her passion for events planning on the side. Six years later, Mitchell is taking an entrepreneurial leap and leaving…

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A fresh take on Indian fare with author Ruta Kahate of “6 Spices, 60 Dishes” 1:10:25

1y ago1:10:25

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Indian fare has long been seen as complex and time-consuming. And certainly, there are many dishes that require special techniques, a laundry list of spices and more time than your average American home cook might wish to spend cooking. Fortunately, there are easy ways to create simple, fresh Indian dishes that are also big on taste. This week, we'…

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Rethinking zero proof at The Counter Day Bar 1:05:16

1y ago1:05:16

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Recent years have brought forth a shift in the culture surrounding bars, cocktails and attitudes toward drinking (and not drinking). And it has created an increased interest in low-proof and no-proof cocktail options. This week on the podcast, we’re talking with Zoe Lomenzo of The Counter Day Bar, a beverage destination that specializes in zero pro…

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Popping the cork with Thelma Carol Wine Merchants 1:27:04

1y ago1:27:04

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From its vintage library aesthetic to the selection of wine, spirits and tobacco on the shelves, there’s nothing ordinary about Thelma Carol Wine Merchants, one of the newest retail shops in the Cream City. This week we’re sitting down with proprietors Rebecca Button and Jerel Hall to chat about their journey to wine, the inspiration behind their s…

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How American Wine Project is reframing Wisconsin wine 1:19:22

1y ago1:19:22

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Wisconsin is rarely acknowledged when it comes to serious discussions about wine and wine-making. But all of that is changing thanks to the work of folks including Erin Rasmussen, winemaker and founder of American Wine Project. This week, we’re sitting down with Rasmussen to discuss her journey to the wine world and the impetus for her return to Wi…

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A decade later: Enlightened Brewing Company 1:08:35

1y ago1:08:35

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A great deal has changed since 2013 when Tommy Vandervort launched the concept for Enlightened Brewing Company, a brewery concept that – a decade later – is part of an engaged community of local breweries, each of which contributes to the ever-growing craft scene in Milwaukee. This week, we sat down with Vandervort and Enlightened Brewing co-owner …

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What's a shrub? A chat with the badass women behind Siren Shrub Co. 1:02:41

1y ago1:02:41

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What the heck is a shrub? That's what we're discussing this week on FoodCrush. Fortunately, we've got help from Mindy McCord and Layne Cozzolino of Siren Shrub Co., two Wisconsin-based entrepreneurs who’ve made it their business (literally) to make the vinegar cordials into a must-have beverage for drinkers and non-drinkers alike. Follow along as w…

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Building a community hub: Chris Harris Morse of North Avenue Market 1:21:53

1y ago1:21:53

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The goal of building community is likely a component of nearly every food hall project. But it’s tough to imagine a food hall for which that tenet is more central than at North Avenue Market, a new Milwaukee area food hall which opened on the West Side of Milwaukee last September. This week on FoodCrush, we’re sitting down with market founder Chris…

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Ep. 38 Fast X, Huffing Paint, and Graffiti 1:00:01

1y ago1:00:01

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This week we ponder why an adult would feel the need to do graffiti. This conversation turns into a discussion on huffing paint and raises the question of how one goes from weed to huffing paint. Murray tells the story of trying not to laugh at a Funeral. Wes does his best to avoid watching the Fast X trailer and discusses his issues with the long-…

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Next level vegan fare with Chef Joya 1:11:25

1y ago1:11:25

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Milwaukee native, Adjoa Courtney, grew up begrudgingly eating the vegan fare her parents cooked for her as she was growing up. Little did she know, she’d eventually build a successful business teaching others how to successfully adopt a plant-based lifestyle. On this week’s podcast, we talk with Chef Joya about her food journey, from cooking with h…

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Ep. 37 Dreams, Guns, Family Guy, and Wigs 44:55

1y ago44:55

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American Zero returns! Wes discusses his ridiculous dream and wonders what it could mean. As always, we are back with issues. Wes dives into gun nuts, their preparations for civil war, and celebrating the joining of militias like it's a high school graduation. Murray has issues with people being angry with Family Guy and Dog Man books. Wes tells th…

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Six grate years: A chat with Chef Aaron Patin of Iron Grate BBQ 1:19:46

1y ago1:19:46

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When Chef Aaron Patin made the announcement that he would be closing Iron Grate BBQ Co. after six successful years in business, the news came as a shock to barbeque lovers across the city of Milwaukee and beyond. The questions came fast and furious: Why would he choose to close? And what would he do next? This week on FoodCrush, we sat down with Ch…

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Good sustainable tea: A chat with Aureal Ojeda of Outwoken Tea 1:21:45

1+ y ago1:21:45

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Did you know that all tea comes from the same plant? That “herbal tea” really isn’t tea at all? Do you know what gives Tumoi Purple Tea its vibrant color? Or what prompted a local construction worker to leave her job to found a sustainable tea company? We’re answering those questions and more on this week’s podcast with Aureal Ojeda, founder of Out…

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#400: Adam and Jp Turn 400!! 1:48:31

1+ y ago1:48:31

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Adam and Jp return to bring you the long awaited episode 400. The boys catch you up on the last two years, relive some favorite moments of the past 12 years and look to the future.By Adam and JP

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PhD Kimoni Just RnB & HiP HoP Volume Featuring Beyonce Greatest Remixes 394 1-18-2023 6:00:07

1+ y ago6:00:07

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1. iMAJN Nation ft. Amanda Cole - How I Wish 2. Sovanny - To Everything I used to Love 3. Subzerotocold - Girl i miss you 4. Tiara Brooks - Hard To Love 5. Endlyss - Distance 6. Fay Qalif ·- Pressure 7. Destiny Raion - Good Old Days 8. Sonzie - G.O.Y.S Music Video 9. Maria Katre - Fairweather 10. LaJé - Don't You 11. Cashma - Enticing 12. Lex Hynes…

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1+ y ago1:45

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What you need to know about EVOO with Josh Saiia of Oro di Oliva 1:13:08

1+ y ago1:13:08

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Unlike wine, olive oil does not get better with age. In fact, as the oil gets older, it begins to break down. Its acidity rises and its flavor dissipates. Unfortunately, as it ages, its well-touted health benefits begin to disappear as well. But how do you know how fresh your olive oil is? Most people don’t. But this week on FoodCrush, we’re gettin…

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Lao food, family and tradition with Victoria Sithy & Alex Hanesakda 1:10:32

1+ y ago1:10:32

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Lao cuisine is definitely having a moment. And when it comes to creative Lao fare in Southeastern Wisconsin, restaurants including Sweet Basil and SapSap are assisting in familiarizing a cuisine which has long taken a backseat to other Southeast Asian fare. This week on FoodCrush, we sat down with Victoria Sithy, co-founder of Sweet Basil and Alex …

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From Texas to Wisconsin, a chat with Chef Ashley Turner 1:17:18

1+ y ago1:17:18

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When Ashley Turner accepted the offer to reimagine the menu at Hacienda Taproom & Kitchen, she brought a wealth of experience to the proverbial table. But she also brought a deep cultural knowledge of Texas BBQ and Southwestern fare. This week, we sat down with the native Texan to chat about her experience growing up in a Southern restaurant family…

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Ep. 36 Covid Delays, Getting Old, and Lottery Lines 57:41

1+ y ago57:41

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Finally, we are back. Murray details our delays and having to deal with Covid. We realize we're getting too old to stay up late, and some of our references show our age. Murray also describes his dream with zombies and multiple celebrities. Murray hates biscuits, and Wes has issues with people ordering at subway, which leads us into a conversation …

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An intoxicating chat with "Bar Menu" author Andre Darlington 1:03:50

1+ y ago1:03:50

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Among the most respected authors in the cocktail realm, André Darlington has built a solid reputation with tomes like “The New Cocktail Hour” and “Booze Cruise.” However, in his latest book, “Bar Menu”, he’s combined two of his long-held passions: cocktails and food. This week on FoodCrush, we sat down with Darlington to discuss his new book, which…

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From hobby to pop-up: The story of Sweet Smoke BBQ 1:07:46

1+ y ago1:07:46

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Sometimes, a food experience can be life changing. Such was the case for Adam Bielke whose world was turned upside down by a fateful trip to Austin’s legendary Franklin BBQ. This week on FoodCrush, we’re sitting down with Bielke and his wife Cindi, the owners of Sweet Smoke BBQ, to chat about the meal that changed everything. From the meal that bir…

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Chef Adam Siegel reflects on his career & inspiration for Lupi & Iris 1:09:32

1+ y ago1:09:32

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After 21 years with the Bartolotta Restaurant Group, James Beard Award-winning Chef Adam Siegel has launched his very first solo project, Lupi & Iris. Just five months in, we’re catching up with Siegel to chat about his storied career, how it led him to Milwaukee and the experiences that led to the creation of the new restaurant. Along the way he s…

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Bringing Italy to the Table with the folks from Ca’Lucchenzo 1:19:42

1+ y ago1:19:42

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Last spring, we sat down with Sarah and Zak Baker, the husband and wife team behind Ca’Lucchenzo Pastificio & Enoteca, a West Side mecca for housemade pasta and regional Italian dishes. Our conversation centered around their culinary backgrounds and the experiences that made opening their own restaurant possible. But we promised to bring them back …

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Ep. 35 Halloween Ends, Cobra Kai, and Witnessing a Shootout 1:01:16

1+ y ago1:01:16

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Murray goes on the most thrilling ride of his life and then tells the story of a crazy shootout in front of his workplace. We discuss our issues with no creativity in Hollywood and how it's possibly been ruined by TikTok. Wes reviews Cobra Kai, and we both review Halloween Kills. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/…

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A curd-filled chat with the Cheese Queen 1:18:54

1+ y ago1:18:54

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Ever wonder what comprises the best fried cheese curds? Is it the cheese? The breading? The sauce? All of the above? This week on FoodCrush we’re getting down to business with cheese curd expert, Sam Buschman (AKA the “Cheese Queen”), the woman behind the brand Wisconsin Cheese Please. During our chat, we’ll discuss how Buschman’s cheese curd obses…

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Two Dans, a restaurant and delicious Peking Duck 1:22:46

1+ y ago1:22:46

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If you’ve been to Dandan or EsterEv, you’ve likely eaten food prepared by Chefs Daniel Jacobs and Dan Van Rite. And if you have, you know the level at which they’ve worked to bring their takes on Chinese-American and fine dining cuisine to the proverbial table. But how did the two chefs end up working together? What’s the yin and yang that makes th…

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Ep. 34 The Queen Dies, Draft Kings, Grub Hub, and Steve Seagal 1:03:27

1+ y ago1:03:27

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Murray gets sucked into the royal family drama, and Wes has issues with Grub Hub. We also discuss sports betting becoming legal in Kansas, and Murray knows he has a gambling problem. Murray also tells stories of getting caught during some "personal" moments in his younger days. We also discuss the ridiculousness of Steven Seagals movie Hard to Kill…

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Author Jeanette Hurt shares tips, tricks & ideas for dehydrating food 1:09:23

1+ y ago1:09:23

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Dehydration is one of the oldest methods of food preservation. In fact, it’s been used for centuries as an efficient mechanism for safely storing fruits, vegetables, herbs, pasta and even meats. And thanks to the revival of DIY methods like fermentation and canning, dehydrating foods is having a moment. But this time, it’s not just reserved for hip…

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From friendship to restaurateurship 1:40:08

1+ y ago1:40:08

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Running a restaurant takes vision, business acumen, determination and attention to detail. But it also requires adaptability, knowledge of the market and a willingness to work hard and evolve with the times. All of those things came into play for Chef Andrew Miller, Cameron Whyte and Same Emery as they embarked on a collective journey to open Merri…

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A chat with Food Network baker Kimberly Hall of Signature Sweets 1:08:26

1+ y ago1:08:26

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Last year, when “Buddy vs. Duff” premiered on the Food Network, one of the judges was Milwaukee’s own cake boss Kimberly Hall, a seven-time Food Network baking contender and owner of Signature Sweets. This week, we’re sitting down with Hall to chat about her background and the baking journey that graced her with multiple appearances on Food Network…

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Ep. 33 Going Bald, Acting White, and Ice Cream 1:21:01

1+ y ago1:21:01

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Wes is going bald and Murray is mad about people backing into parking spaces. We discuss Murray acting white, and people having issues over diversity in film. Dairy Queen can't call their soft serve ice cream and Murray overthinks bonfires. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/americanzero/message…

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A taste of Italian coffee culture with the owners of Vendetta Coffee Bar 1:07:09

1+ y ago1:07:09

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When Vendetta Coffee Bar opened in Wauwatosa last July, it marked a first for the Milwaukee area, offering guests a taste of the traditional coffee houses found in cities across Italy. This week, we’re chatting with co-owners Bill Haley and Tommy Orlando of Vendetta Coffee Bar about their backgrounds and introduction to coffee, the inspiration behi…

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Behind the camera with Siege Food Photo 1:16:08

1+ y ago1:16:08

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The COVID-19 pandemic changed everything for Melissa and Marc Tantillo, a husband and wife team who made the decision to channel their passions for food and photography into a business that aims to assist restaurants in telling their stories. Two years later, Siége Food Photo has made their mark on the food scenes in Milwaukee, Chicago and beyond t…

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Ep. 32 Nope, Pedialyte, and Revenge of the Nerds 1:16:12

1+ y ago1:16:12

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We review Nope, Murray has issues with customer service numbers and Wes has issues with Pedialyte. Murray hates long menus on customer service numbers and his mom spends three hours on the phone with the cable guy. We also touch on Revenge of the Nerds not holding up and kids not understanding having to wait for movies or music. --- Send in a voice…

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Paul Hackbarth on Camp Bar at State Fair 59:57

1+ y ago59:57

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When Rupena's Fine Foods decided to sell their Wisconsin State Fair pavilion after 49 years, it was a landmark decision. But it also presented an opportunity for a new generation to put its mark on the fair. This week on the podcast, we're talking with Paul Hackbarth of Hackbarth Hospitality about his plans for the new Camp Bar pavilion at the fair…

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The origin and evolution of Hue Vietnamese Restaurant 1:08:28

2y ago1:08:28

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When Cat Tran and Mark Nielsen started Hue Vietnamese Restaurant in 2010, their goal was to create a restaurant that introduced the cuisine to customers in the most accessible way possible. Not everyone understood their mission, but by and by they created a brand that became a staple in the community. On this week’s podcast, we’re discussing the or…

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The world of non-dairy ice cream with Olivia Menzia of Liv a Little 1:14:19

2y ago1:14:19

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Olivia Menzia has always loved ice cream. But when she started her own ice cream brand, she decided to not only tackle the growing demand for plant-based ice cream while producing a product that’s just as delicious as any dairy-based treat. On this week’s podcast, we’re chatting with Menzia about the origin of her business (which hearkens back to h…

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A look at modern Indian dining with the owners of Saffron 1:25:47

2y ago1:25:47

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Over the past decade, the U.S. has seen a food revolution in terms of Indian dining. The once rustic heritage Indian fare traditionally served in restaurants has begun to take on new forms, with a growing number of young chefs offering modern takes on dishes like chicken tikka, tandoori chicken, as well as adding new Indian-inspired fare to their m…

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Elvis Movie Review 8:40

2y ago8:40

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On this episode I will give my movie review for Elvis. The 2022 biopic that tells the story of the king of rock ‘n’ roll.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/xpertzero/message

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