An Acquired Taste Podcast

An Acquired Taste Podcast

The podcast for curious weirdos! Bethany Watson and Kathleen Heaney are longtime friends and polar opposites. Every week they get together to chat about their lives, what's weird in the world, and topics they’re curious about, and they invite you to join them!

Episodes

S7 Ep497: The Last Episode

May 26, 2023 • 78 mins
It’s a trip down “we don’t remember any of this” memory lane on the last week of the podcast! Kathleen goes through the most-listened-to episodes and Bebe is shocked at how little they can recall. Both women talk about what they’ve learned over the course of seven seasons, and then they remember THAT episode.

Note: Our episodes will remain up on our feed indefinitely. 

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S7 Ep496: Our Ethically Askew Gig Economy + Kathleen's Semaglutide Journey

May 20, 2023 • 33 mins
Bethany and Kathleen joke about how they would be willing to 'sell out' should monetary offers from ethically askew entrepreneurs be sent their way to keep this podcast alive. Then they discuss the plans they have for the future and Kathleen opens up about her semaglutide/baby journey. 

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S7 Ep495: Fun Facts We Learned From Our Dumbest Topic Ever: Dog Shows!

May 19, 2023 • 35 mins
Things are getting a little heavy over here so Bethany is keeping it light with the stupidest topic ever! (Can YOU walk in a triangle?)

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Sources:
https://www.lovetoknowpets.com/life-with-pets/ten-tips-showing-your-dog 
Dog is awful at dog shows: @incrediblekratu (Insta)



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S7 Ep494: The Crazy Schedule You're Supposed to be Following...For Your House?

May 11, 2023 • 36 mins
After digging herself out from under a mountain of cat fur tumbleweeds, Bethany is armed with what one website says is the required cleaning schedule for your house. We’re talking about daily disinfecting, weekly furniture dusting, and more tasks that make cleaning seem like a Groundhog Day of never-ending toil. Can you live up to this?


PATREON Live Show Dates:
May 15 @ 7:30 PM ET
May 23 @ 7:30 PM ET
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S7 Ep493: The Jeans Of Productivity + A Forever 21 Met Gala

May 4, 2023 • 22 mins
Kathleen reveals her secrets favorite jeans that lead to being a more productive person, then Bethany and Kathleen figure out what they'd wear to the Forever 21 sponsored Met Gala. Justice For Paris Hilton!

PATREON Dates in April:
May TDB

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S7 Ep492: Google's Funny Autofills & '90s Commercials That Will Blow Your Hair Back

May 4, 2023 • 38 mins
Let’s go on a learning journey based only on what Google autofills in the search bar. Then, why are *you* buying Ikea furniture? This woman from the ‘90s is being super frank about it and it’s awesome.

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Sources:
https://loverly.com/planning/ideas/things-person-should-know-partner
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S7 Ep490: Hilarious Whimsical Words & Typecasting Yourself

April 27, 2023 • 40 mins
Kathleen has recently become acutely interested in the whimsical words we use in everyday language. It's a whole rigmarole and a ballyhoo! Then, Bethany discusses trying to figure out what her personal typecast is! Are you a leading lady or a side kick? Let's take a closer look!
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Sunday, April 30th @ 7:30 PM ET - Live Show Make-Up!

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S7 Ep489: Why the T-Rex was Just an Old Man & More Weird News!

April 27, 2023 • 40 mins
It’s time for more Weird News Rundown! Bethany has a story that’s going to completely change the way you think about the monstrous T-Rex. A bunny is your newest police officer. Plus Kathleen has some snarky feelings about an item you use every day. Do you agree?

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PATREON Dates in April:
Sunday, April 30th @ 7:30 PM ET - Live Show Make-Up!

May TDB

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S7 Ep488: Caves And Cucumbers

April 20, 2023 • 38 mins
Join us for some casual cave exploring and cucumber menu expedition. Are we doing orange the right way? Would you leave your family and move to mars? DO YOU KNOW ABOUT OUR FAVORITE DEODORANT? A++ mind-benders for y'all!

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PATREON Dates in April:

Tuesday,April 25th @ 7:30 PM ET - Live Show!
Sunday, April 23rd @ 7:30 PM ET - Book Club!
Sunday,April 30th @ 7:30 PM ET - Live Show Make-Up!
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S7 Ep487: The Right Brain, Left Brain Conspiracy and Other Medical Oddities

April 13, 2023 • 34 mins
Bethany and Kathleen try to figure out if they have left thinking brains or right thinking brains. Then they play a wholesome round of “Dear, Google.. Am I dying?” Bethany reveals something BIG about her misconception of driving gloves. Kathleen buys some Katy Perry wine. Happy Top Hat Day To You, Fine Folks!

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PATREON Dates in April:

April 18th @ 7:30 PM ET - Live Show!
April 25th @ 7:30 PM...
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S7 Ep486: The Clutter We All Keep, Am I The Asshole Airplane Edition, And Sad Teen Books

April 13, 2023 • 32 mins
Bethany found a box that she moved and it’s filled with… the USELESS CRAP that we all have! Why, oh, why does the human condition effect us this way? Then, Kathleen shares a story she read online about a woman who wants to know if she’s being an asshole when she flies. Airplane etiquette is a fine line these days and we’re dancing on both sides. Lastly, Bethany reveals her strange teenage addiction. Come again? What are you re...
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S7 Ep485: Is Bigfoot Alive and Thriving in an Alternate Dimension?

April 6, 2023 • 34 mins
Bethany finally gets to talk about her favorite theory: Bigfoot is NOT a bear. He is a real being and surfing the divide between our dimension and his! Kathleen puts on her “I’m being a trooper” hat and listens to Bebe talk at her about the Interdimensional Bigfoot Theory! *NOTE: The show about an alien dad that Kathleen couldn’t remember was called “Out of This World!” Get ready for some Smoky Mountain talk. Brace yourself fo...
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S7 Ep484: A Dog Toy Lawsuit & Would You Join This Shady Business?

March 30, 2023 • 31 mins
The Supreme Court is ruling on a dog toy lawsuit and neither Kathleen nor Bethany can figure out who’s on the wrong side of the law. Then, Kathleen has a friend who has been approached to become 50% of a business that would easily make a decent amount of money. However, it might be illegal? Maybe? What should she do?

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PATREON Dates in April:

Book Club: "Lessons In Chemistry" - Session 2 - April...
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S7 Ep483: How Would You Survive in the Wilderness like the "Yellowjackets?"

March 30, 2023 • 31 mins
No spoilers here! Bethany is FINALLY watching something from this decade and is curious: what roles could she and Kathleen take to help them survive in the wilderness. (Also, what would they look for in casting their younger selves for the show?) Plus, Kathleen is shining a light on some dire caterpillar facts.

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Book Club: "Lessons In Chemistry" - Session 2 - April, 4th ...
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S7 Ep482: The Polarizing World of Top Sheets

March 23, 2023 • 17 mins
Is there an item of bed dressing that boils your blood? Bethany and Kathleen come to a dead stop when the topic of top sheets is brought up. Curtains are flung. Money is found in books. Nothing is safe or sacred anymore.


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PATREON Dates in March:

Book Club: Sunday, March 26th - 7:30 PM ET
Live Show: March 27th - 7:30 PM ET
April - TBD

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S7 Ep481: Strong Feelings About an Awful Movie You HAVE to See

March 23, 2023 • 26 mins
Bethany is standing up for a (bad) movie that she loves. Have you heard of it? Have you SEEN it? And why in the world is everyone at Trader Joe’s so dang happy and helpful? Kathleen and Bethany go down a rabbit hole of Tiki shirts and affordable produce to get to the bottom of the happiest grocery store on earth.

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PATREON Dates in March:

Book Club: Sunday, March 26th - 7:30 PM ET
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S7 Ep480: How to Know If It's Time to Get Mental Health Help. Yay!

March 16, 2023 • 17 mins
Have you been putting your oxygen mask on first before assisting with the masks of others? It’s time for a mental health check-in! Bethany clarifies what she is (and is NOT) doing for her mental health. Plus, how do you know if it’s time to seek help?
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S7 Ep479: Where Does The Phrase 'Cold Turkey' Come From?

March 16, 2023 • 25 mins
Kathleen starts the episode with a fun dose of “I never knew that!” and it may leave you feeling a bit clammy. Then, the friends who wax together stay together. Let’s all move to France for their work email laws! Reclaim your night!

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PATREON Dates in March:
Live Show: March 15th Lunch Time Show - 12:30 PM ET
Live Show: March 27th - 7:30 PM ET
Book Club: Sunday, March 26th - 7:30 PM ET
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S7 Ep478: The Competitive World of Missing Water and Courageous Flock Moms

March 9, 2023 • 24 mins
The water situation at Kathleen’s place continues to be a nightmare, and this time it’s not her neighbor’s fault! Why is Bethany clutching her invisible pearls? It's all porta-potties and bird books over here, folks!

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PATREON Dates in March:
Live Show: March 15th Lunch Time Show - 12:30 PM ET
Live Show: March 27th - 7:30 PM ET
Book Club: Sunday, March 26th - 7:30 PM ET

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S7 Ep477: Prairie Madness: How To Improve Loving Relationship Communication

March 9, 2023 • 17 mins
Bethany did something so mundane, she has no right to feel as rugged and “of the earth” as she does.  Kathleen made a realationship faux-pas involving Alexa and got into some hot water.

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