Midwest Bias

Episode 32: We're back…again! Kj kicks off this episode with a Minnesota Sports Minute before welcoming back the Hall of Famer as the Midwest Guest Cohost of the Day (2:49)! They start by sharing what they've been up to since the last episode and then discuss their current (sideways) home renovation. Then, they finish off the remaining two beverages sent in by Minneapolis Laurie in Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (28:40! Next, Kj and the HOFer welcome back Shannon and Breelyn, ( @Open_Air_Press and @TwoChicksJerky on Twitter), the amazing women behind Open Air Press Publishing and Two Chicks Jerky as this week's guest experts (42:50)! Shannon and Breelyn update us on the status of their first Open Air Press publication - "Coming Out Together. A Collection of Short Memoirs on the LGBTQIA+ Experience" and their overall mission to amplify marginalized voices in our society. They share different ways in which we can help contribute to the project. Then, they weigh in on the coffee shop/donut shop and gas station bathroom debates, impart some road trip wisdom, introduce Kj and the HOFer to a new term, and much more!

A good (central standard) time was had by all!

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Purchase their jerky at twochicksjerky.com. Follow Two Chicks Jerky and Open Air Press Publishing on all the socials! Two Chicks Jerky is Women and LGBT-owned and donates a portion of its proceeds every month to the Looking Out Foundation. With every book Open Air Press publishes, they will be contributing a percentage of book sale proceeds to the Looking OUt Foundation as well as other relevant non-profits (The Matthew Shepard Foundation being the other for the first book discussed in this podcast episode).

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro music which is by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse).

Sponsored by: Best Rubber Stamp (bestrubberstamp.net, [email protected], 901-278-4500)

Episode 31: We're back! Kj kicks off this episode with the Least Midwestern Moment of the Month followed by a Little announcement and a warning before welcoming back the Hall of Famer as the Midwest Guest Cohost of the Day (2:49)! They start by discussing a few listener comments, the HOFer blames a childhood incident for her poor memory, and Kj describes a "situation" that occurred this past week, while attempting to remain calm and brief as she does so. But she forgot to ask listeners to chime in with their opinions about said situation. Let us know what you think! Next, Rachel returns for another edition of Rachel Reports (29:30)! She reports on her recent trip to California, shares one of her bucket list items and New Year's Eve traditions, and explains why she's bringing a canoe to church in January. Finally, the HOFer returns to the show to taste test more Minnesota brews donated by Minneapolis Laurie (49:40)! A good (central standard) time was had by all!

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro (by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse).

Sponsored by: Best Rubber Stamp (bestrubberstamp.net, [email protected], 901-278-4500)

Episode 30: Kj kicks off this episode with the "Most Midwestern Moment of the Week" (0:24) followed by the "Best Thing I Saw All Week" (2:15) before welcoming in the Hall of Famer as the Midwest Guest Cohost of the Day (3:19)! They start with Twitter Talk/emails/DMs and then answer the remaining "holiday questions" sent in by Bob Walsh. This leads to some discussion of their Christmas traditions, Kj's fear of fish, and the Hall of Famer's fear of pork. Then, they are joined by this week's Guest Experts, Shannon and Breelyn, (@TwoChicksJerky and @Open_Air_Press on Twitter), the amazing women behind Two Chicks Jerky and Open Air Press Publishing (33:15)! Shannon and Breelyn bring their West Coast Bias along as they discuss their California roots, how they started their Two Chicks Jerky business out of their kitchen seven years ago and where they are today, their newest endeavor,Open Air Press Publishing, they weigh in on the Christmas tree debate, Kj marvels at their carpentry talents, and much more! A good (central standard) time was had by all!

***Buy Two Chicks Jerky at twochicksjerky.com. Follow Two Chicks Jerky and Open Air Press Publishing on all the socials! Two Chicks Jerky is Women and LGBT-owned and donates a portion of its proceeds every month to the Looking Out Foundation.

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro (by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse).

Sponsored by: Best Rubber Stamp (bestrubberstamp.net, [email protected], 901-278-4500)

Episode 29: Kj kicks off this episode with a new segment, The Best Thing I Saw All Week (1:43) before welcoming in the Hall of Famer as the Midwest Guest Cohost of the Day (3:54)! They start with Twitter Talk and a hops lesson before answering listener questions, including some holiday-themed questions about Christmas trees, lights, garland, tinsel, and much more. They discuss some of their Christmas-tree-decorating traditions and launch into another discussion of Is This A Midwest Thing (36:56)? Later, Kj welcomes back Rachel for another edition of Rachel Reports (44:39)! Rachel reports on her birthday trip to Duluth, her Thanksgiving, and also weighs in on her Christmas-tree-decorating traditions, and more. Finally, the HOFer returns for another installment of Taste Test with the Hall of Famer and they sample two new beers donated by Minneapolis Laurie (1:06:24). A good (central standard) time was had by all. You betcha!

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro (by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse).

Sponsored by: Best Rubber Stamp (bestrubberstamp.net, [email protected], 901-278-4500)

Episode 28: Surprise bonus day-after-Thanksgiving Episode! Kj kicks off this episode with a Thanksgiving message before bringing in the Midwest Guest Cohost of the Day, the HOFer (1:14)! They respond to Twitter Talk and email after last week's Thanksgiving extravaganza episode. The HOFer has a correction and a clarification and weighs in on the latest WWJD scenario. They even share a couple of Thanksgiving recipes sent in by Michelle and Jolene. Thanks, ladies! Later, they taste the final 3 beers from Patrick Moffett's West/Northwest beer shipment in the Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (31:35)! Thanks again, Patrick! A good (central standard) time was had by both. You betcha!

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro (by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse).

Sponsored by: Best Rubber Stamp (bestrubberstamp.net, [email protected], 901-278-4500)

Jolene's Crock Pot Creamed Corn Recipe

2 16 ounce bags of frozen corn or a 40 ounce bag works too

2 bricks of cream cheese

½ to 1 stick of butter

¾ cup of milk

2 Tablespoons of white sugar

Salt and pepper to taste.

I melt all the ingredients (except the corn) in the microwave, then pour it over the corn in the crock pot. Set on high for 2-4 hours or on low for 4-6 hours. Stir occasionally.

Episode 27: It's our Thanksgiving Extravaganza Episode! Kj kicks off this episode by reading a podcast review and asking for some advice before moving on to the Midwest Guest Cohost of the Day, Karen Mittelstadt (5:19)! They begin with some Twitter Talk and then answer listener questions about Thanksgiving traditions, Thanksgiving food, and even a WWJD situation. Then they welcome in the Non-Midwestern guest of the day, Bob Sproule (@TheGrandstander on Twitter), from Pittsburgh, PA (45:40)! Bob explains the bias he brings to the show, why he loves Pittsburgh, his expertise in Small Monetary Value sports pools, answers a "wheel question," also talks Thanksgiving food and traditions, and more! A good (central standard) time was had by all! You betcha!

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro (by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse).

Sponsored by: Best Rubber Stamp (bestrubberstamp.net, [email protected], 901-278-4500)

Episode 26: Kj kicks off this episode by not reading podcast reviews before moving on to the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (0:56)! Then, Kj is joined by the Midwest Guest Co-host of the Day, the Hall of Famer/HOFer (4:10)! They comment on Twitter comments from last week's episode and answer listener questions about crockpots, can you bring your own coffee into a restaurant that doesn't serve coffee?, and more. Then, the HOFer answers a "Wheel Question," and Kj describes a situation she witnessed and asks for your input. Then, they introduce a new segment, Is This A Midwest Thing? (39:55)! Finally, they taste two more beers donated by Patrick Moffett (thanks, Patrick!) in Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (43:33)!

A good (central standard) time was had by both! You betcha!

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro (by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse).

Sponsored by: Best Rubber Stamp (bestrubberstamp.net, [email protected], 901-278-4500)

Episode 25: It's another special bonus episode AND it's the Halloween episode (spoiler alert: it's just like every other episode)! Kj kicks off this episode with a little personal news before welcoming back Rachel for Rachel Reports (3:39)! They discuss Rachel's recent trip to the Premier Beef Expo of the Midwest and her Halloween traditions. Then, Kj is joined by the Midwest Guest Co-host of the Day, Kim Willson from Michigan (@KimWills33 on Twitter) (24:51)! They comment on comments from last week's episode and answer listener questions about crockpots, the acceptable time of year to hang Christmas decorations and to begin playing Christmas music. There's lots of food talk and Kim has a confession and a PSA. Then, she describes her Halloween traditions and answers a couple of "Wheel Questions." A good (central standard) time was had by both! You betcha!

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro (by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse).

Sponsored by: Best Rubber Stamp (bestrubberstamp.net, [email protected], 901-278-4500)

Episode 24: Kj kicks off this episode with an update on podcast reviews before bringing in the Midwest Guest Co-host of the Day, Jolene Wojcik from Nebraska (@jmrwojcik on Twitter) (1:03). They comment on comments from last week's episode and answer listener questions. Plus, Jolene has a confession, and later she helps us make an exciting new announcement! Next, Bob Walsh (@adidiah on Twitter), from Connecticut, joins the show as this week's token Non-Midwesterner (33:27)! They discuss where he's from, where he's lived, what biases he brings to the show, and why he loves living in Connecticut. Then, he helps us debut a new segment, the "Wheel Questions," they discuss one of his expertises, and more!

A good (central standard) time was had by both! You betcha!

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro (by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse).

Sponsored by: Best Rubber Stamp (bestrubberstamp.net, [email protected], 901-278-4500)

Episode 23: We're back from hiatus! Kj kicks off this episode by describing just how "back" the Midwest Bias podcast is before welcoming in the Hall of Famer as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host (1:55) and for another Taste Test (26:17)! They answer your questions (thanks to everyone who sent us questions!), taste two more of the beers sent in by Patrick Moffett and a Runza sandwich sent in by Jolene Wojcik. Then, Rachel joins Kj to report on Minnesota State Fair foods, a new addition to her household, why she fainted, and more in Rachel Reports (43:41)!

A good (central standard) time was had by both! You betcha!

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro (by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse).