Make Me Like This

In this episode, we each talk about what we're looking forward to in 2025, diving into a variety of topics, from the role of AI in daily life to setting meaningful health goals and embracing personal growth. The conversation also touches on the challenges of raising children in today’s world, navigating the complexities of the upcoming year, and imagining what it might be like to relive past years. Along the way, we take a nostalgic look back at the 90s and examine how technological advancements are shaping the way we live and think.

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In this episode, Brandon, Roman, and Jeff discuss the beloved films from their childhoods, focusing primarily on 'The Goonies' and its impact on Generation X. They reflect on the differences between kids' movies from the 80s and 90s versus today, the challenges of introducing their own children to these nostalgic films, and how shifting cultural sensitivities influence modern filmmaking. The trio also touches on memorable movies from their youth, such as 'Back to the Future,' 'Honey, I Shrunk the Kids,' and 'Home Alone."

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In this episode, Roman discusses various aspects of his experience moving abroad, including the challenges of packing and reducing possessions, logistical hurdles, cultural shocks, and differences in everyday life. He highlights his adaptation to the new environment, such as language barriers, social interactions, and local customs. Roman shares insights on navigating the local tax system, transportation, and the communal lifestyle. The conversation also touches on familiar cravings for Western comforts and the adjustment to tropical climates and wildlife.

Roman tries to make Jeff and Brandon like trying foods from other cultures. Disdain for company potlucks, the onion bits on McDonald's cheeseburgers, and kids' menus are also discussed.

Jeff tries to make Roman and Brandon like house shoes. Not slippers, but regular shoes that you only wear inside your house. Roman shares his affinity for water bottles he never drinks out of, and Jeff talks about an inappropriate ad he keeps seeing.

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Brandon tries to make Jeff and Roman like hard seltzer drinks, doing a taste test of three different brands: Bud Light Hard Seltzer, Truly, and High Noon. They question why Brandon didn't turn down a drink that could have made him sick, discuss the notion that guys "should only drink beer," and discover that Jeff has never seen The Sixth Sense.

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In this episode, Jeff tries to make Brandon like kombucha... the drink that costs $7 at Whole Foods.

The Make Me Like This theme song is called "Thinking About You" by The Gemini; look for it on iTunes, Spotify and Google Play. You can watch the video version of this podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@makemelikethis.

In this episode, Brandon tried to make Jeff like the short-lived Beverly Hills 90210 reboot called "BH90210." This was recorded mere days before the pandemic shutdown in 2020, and was forgotten about until now.

The Make Me Like This theme song is called "Thinking About You" by The Gemini; look for it on iTunes, Spotify and Google Play. You can watch the video version of this podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@makemelikethis.

In episode 26, our buddy Roman tries to make us like (and understand) virtual reality and the Metaverse. If you want to watch this episode with your eyeballs, here's the link: https://youtu.be/hXSOpDNmgl4

The Make Me Like This theme song is called "Thinking About You" by The Gemini; look for it on iTunes, Spotify and Google Play. If you like this podcast, give us a follow at twitter.com/makemelikethis.

In episode 25, our good friend Roman tries to make us like Pickleback, a shot of whiskey chased by a shot of pickle brine. If you want to watch this episode with your eyeballs, here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3IJU2R_NQU

The Make Me Like This theme song is called "Thinking About You" by The Gemini; look for it on iTunes, Spotify and Google Play. If you like this podcast, give us a follow at twitter.com/makemelikethis.