Midwest Bias

Episode 22: Kj kicks off this episode by describing an interesting package she received this week and making two important announcements. Then, the Hall of Famer joins in as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host (3:42) and for another Taste Test (13:14)! They answer a listener's question, describe their recent brewery and cidery tours Up North, and taste the final two ciders sent in by Patrick Smith. Speaking of Patrick Smith (@SmittyScoop on Twitter), he joins them as this week's Guest Expert (29:57)! They talk hard cider, MLB Stadiums, Stadium proposals and dumpings, trivia, what constitutes the perfect bagel, 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).

Graphics by Jenni Ohnstad (lumineacreative.com) Twitter: @MidwestBiasPod, @buffalo_alice (Kj) Email: [email protected]

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Episode 21: It's another special bonus episode! Kj kicks off this episode by reading listener comments before moving on to the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (3:24)! Then, the Hall of Famer joins her for Taste Test with the HOFer (5:06)! But first, they discuss gamechangers from their recent Boundary Waters Babes trip. Then, they taste test hard ciders from Austin East Ciders, Swilled Dog Craft Beverages, Blake's Hard Ciders, and Rekorderlig Ciders. Later, they bring back an old SOT staple - the HOF Correction - only this time the HOFer presents them herself! Plus, an appearance by Kj's mom (sorta) and a mystery guest (sorta) in the first 5 minutes!

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

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro (by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse). Graphics by Jenni Ohnstad (lumineacreative.com) Twitter: @MidwestBiasPod, @buffalo_alice (Kj) Email: [email protected]

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Episode 20: It's another All-Midwestern Show! Kj kicks off this episode by reading another podcast review and then talks about the Field of Dreams game - the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (1:38)! Then, it's time for the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, Karen Mittelstadt! (5:49)! They answer listener questions about gas station restroom and coffee shop/donut shop etiquette. They also name their Top 5 (or 20) Midwestern Destinations, they continue the cabin/cottage debate, and they learn that they could never take a road trip together. Next, Steve Ozbolt (@EmrldCityCater on Twitter), owner of Emerald City Catering and Events joins them from Milwaukee as this week's Guest Expert (49:38)! They talk about his Midwestern roots, he provides tips for cooking for a large group, shares a favorite recipe, how to properly eat a hot dog, how to start and extinguish fires, and much more!

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).

Graphics by Jenni Ohnstad (lumineacreative.com) Twitter: @MidwestBiasPod, @buffalo_alice (Kj) Email: [email protected]

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Episode 19: It's another special bonus episode! Kj kicks off this episode with a brief announcement before moving on to Rachel Reports (1:37)! They discuss Rachel's travels in the Midwest and beyond over the last couple of months, a few most midwestern moments she has seen throughout those travels, and a preview of this year's Minnesota State Fair food! Then, Kj joins the HOFer to try two more hard ciders from Patrick Smith in Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (27:15)! They also recap the beers they tried at Stormcloud Brewery when in Michigan a few weeks ago. Aw geez, this one's good!

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). Graphics by Jenni Ohnstad (jenniohnstad.com) Twitter: @MidwestBiasPod, @buffalo_alice (Kj) Email: [email protected]

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Episode 18: It's another All-Midwestern Show! Kj kicks off this episode with some show announcements, responses from last week's show, and one last plug for the Summer of Littles 3.1 event. Then, it's time for the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, the HOFer! (6:57)! They answer listener questions about driving etiquette, cabins, cottages, and proper geographical pronunciations. Next, Ed Butt (@EdB1947 on Twitter) joins them as this week's Guest Expert (25:46)! Ed proves his Midwestern roots and they talk his travels for work as an attorney all over the country, his expertise in foreign travel and wine, and more!

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). Graphics by Jenni Ohnstad (jenniohnstad.com) Twitter: @MidwestBiasPod, @buffalo_alice (Kj) Email: [email protected]

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Episode 17: Kj kicks off this episode with the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (0:25). Then, it's time for the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, Sara Kinsella (2:56)! They discuss a triumph in the Midwest sports world, their Least Midwestern Moments of the Week, and answer listener questions. Next, Christopher Giannini (@ChrisBGiannini on Twitter) joins them as this week's Guest Expert (40:46)! They talk construction, podcasting, college football, the NFL, baseball, smoking meats, baking, Harry Potter, and more!

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). Graphics by Jenni Ohnstad (jenniohnstad.com) Twitter: @MidwestBiasPod, @buffalo_alice (Kj) Email: [email protected]

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Episode 16: Kj kicks off this episode by providing a brief update on the HOFer's cell phone carrier saga before bringing in Kim Willson (@KimWills33 on Twitter) as her Midwest Guest Co-host of the Week (1:10)! They talk baseball, including a Midwest Bias preview of the MLB All-Star Game (spoiler alert: The All Star game is already over), and Kim gets on Kj's good side! Later, they welcome Todd Takei (@ToothTakei on Twitter), as the Guest Expert (31:16)! Todd brings his "Southern with a Midwestern Twist" bias with him as they discuss all things beer (and pizza). 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). Graphics by Jenni Ohnstad (jenniohnstad.com) Twitter: @MidwestBiasPod, @buffalo_alice (Kj) Email: [email protected]

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Episode 15: It's another special bonus episode! Kj kicks off this episode by eating some crow (no, not literally) before moving on to the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (3:18). Then, it's time for the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, the HOFer (5:50)! The HOFer is not happy and she joins #CrabbyKj with a few #HOFerHotTakes about a "miscommunication" the two of them had with a company this past week. Next, they respond to a few listener questions and comments. The HOFer then stays on to help Kj test some hard cider and beer in Taste Test with the HOFer (47:54)!

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro (by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse). Graphics by Jenni Ohnstad (jenniohnstad.com) Twitter: @MidwestBiasPod, @buffalo_alice (Kj) Email: [email protected]

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Episode 14: It's another special bonus episode! Kj kicks off this episode by reading another Itunes review, dropping several names, and describing an irksome situation that occurred this past weekend (#CrabbyKJ). Then, it's time for the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, the HOFer (6:05)! They discuss a few (several?) friendly debates that they've had over the years and request an arbiter to help solve them. The HOFer then stays on to help Kj drink hard cider in Taste Test with the HOFer (23:54)!

Music: All music by Kj Ohnstad with the exception of the Intro (by Kj Ohnstad and Jason Fuse). Graphics by Jenni Ohnstad (jenniohnstad.com) Twitter: @MidwestBiasPod, @buffalo_alice (Kj) Email: [email protected]

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Episode 13: Kj kicks off this episode by reading an Itunes review and telling a little story. Then, it's time for questions with the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, Ellen Vanderlinden (@EllenVL on Twitter) (7:12)! They reminisce about how they met, discuss Ellen's qualifications as a Midwesterner, answer a listener question about zippers and chompers etiquette, and Ellen refreshes Kj's memory about square dancing in high school and parallel parking. Plus, more fanny pack talk! Later, Sully from Boston (@RiceTwist on Twitter), joins them for the Guest Expert segment, bringing his East Coast bias along (39:23)! They talk baseball, Boston, music, continue the zippers and chomper etiquette discussion, and much more! 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). Graphics by Jenni Ohnstad (jenniohnstad.com) Twitter: @MidwestBiasPod, @buffalo_alice (Kj) Email: [email protected]

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