Stuff Dutch People Like

By Colleen Geske & Allard WestenbrinkSociety & Culture

Stuff Dutch People Like episodes

August 17, 2022 The One About Dutch Expressions
On this episode Allard and Colleen discuss the Dutch language --in particular, Dutch people's love of idioms and expressions! Colleen explains how understanding the Dutch language is one thing, but mastering ALL the Dutch expressions (and their befuddling meanings!) could truly take a lifetime.
So which expressions cause the most confusion for foreigners? Colleen challenges Allard on a few of her favourites, and Allard tries (hopelessly?) to make sense of them! What do cows, wind, rain and 'angel piss' have in common? Tune in, to find out!
22 min
August 07, 2022 The One About How The Dutch Work to Live (Not Live to Work)
On this episode, Colleen and Allard discuss Dutch working culture; Allard wants to know if it really is as different as foreigners say it is, and Colleen is here to answer with a big "hell YES"!
But the big question is: are the Dutch slackers? They work the least amount of hours in Europe, have tons of holidays and seem to be home on time for the school pick-up. How do they do it?
With their love of meetings and lack of hierarchies, Colleen and Allard discuss the pros and cons of working in a Dutch office. Colleen's used to it now, but Allard sometimes wishes the Dutch worked a bit more like the Americans!
The episode concludes with Allard's favourite topic: Dutch snacks! This time he wants to talk milkshakes and fries. Oh...and who could forget mayo!!!
33 min
July 31, 2022 The One About Dutch "Fashion"
This episode starts with Colleen and Allard discussing the Dutch seasons; they both can agree that spring in the Netherlands is the bomb. But Dutch summer? Often a tragedy. Somehow they end up on the 'elfstedentocht' and the Netherlands best cookie (hint: it is NOT the stroopwafel).
They then launch into their full assault of Dutch 'fashion' (think strips, red pants and bad jeans), before trying hopelessly to figure out who is responsible for the female red spiky mullet and WHY is it a thing?! Are white leggings back (please say no), and how do you spot a Dutchie on vacation?
Finally Allard talks Dutch Chinese food...or does he? Colleen wants to know how (and why) 'bami' and 'nasi' somehow got into the mix. A bamihap? Never heard of it, but we are willing to give it a try!

39 min
July 18, 2022 The One About Dutch Parenting (...and a laid-back approach to safety!)
Colleen and Allard discuss the differences between Dutch and North-American parenting, the benefits of treacherous Dutch playgrounds and the cultural differences on the perception of safety.
Colleen professes her love for the Dutch laid-back approach to safety, laws and regulations in the Netherlands. No helmets? No life-jackets? Treating adults like adults? Yes please!
Allard and Colleen discuss the unique ways the Dutch teach their kids to swim, and Allard relives his ‘birthday boy’ days at elementary school.
Finally an explanation on the Dutch phenomenon of the “Cookie Mother” and the infamous “Lice Mother” —which begs the question: WHY is there SO much lice at schools in the Netherlands?! #dirtydutch
…and lastly, Allard introduces Colleen to the “Bear Bite”!
39 min
July 03, 2022 The One About the Dutch Kitchen
In this episode, Allard and Colleen discuss the Dutch kitchen. Allard proclaims his love for all things mashed, boiled and fried - and tries (hopelessly) to explain to Colleen the difference between Ketchup and Ketjap, the merits of all the Dutch 'spreads', and why Kale is not cool. At least they can agree on Filet Americain....or can they?
Things takes a turn for the worst when they start discussing the Dutch and their toilet habits. Make.it.stop.
The episode concludes with a confession from Colleen....guess what Dutch delight she ate last week and LOVED? Did she make Allard proud? Allard challenges Colleen to try something even better....
37 min
June 26, 2022 The One About Biking, Three Kisses ...and how Dutch men can't flirt
In this episode, Colleen and Allard discuss biking in the Netherlands. We all know the Dutch love to bike, but what's it really like to live in a city that's always on two wheels? Why does Colleen hate e-bikes so much? And why are Allard's bikes *constantly* getting stolen?
Our two hosts somehow move on to an equally fascinating topic: Dutch flirting...or lack thereof. Finally something Allard and Colleen can both agree on! And lastly, what about the tradition of the Dutch three kisses? Is Allard a fan? Is it a lost art? Has Colleen come to embrace it?
This week's star of the 'snack segment' is the Kaassoufflé. Yet another Dutch deep-fried delight that both Colleen and Allard can get behind...but watch out, it may just leave you injured.
34 min
June 17, 2022 The One About Gezellig (...and a few other things)
Allard wants to talk about 'gezellig'. Does Colleen, a Canadian, truly understand what it means? Is there really no English translation?....and more importantly, does Colleen agree with her Dutch doctor that giving birth can even be 'gezellig'?
The episode also covers the odd springtime tradition of 'Rokjesdag', the Dutch love of complaining, and how Allard thinks a good cup of coffee can solve just about any problem.
Like always, the episode concludes with Allard's favourite topic, and this time a test for Colleen: can she properly describe a Frikandel Speciaal?
35 min
June 10, 2022 The One About Dutch Birthday Parties
Colleen and Allard dive deep into Dutch traditions, starting with the infamous Dutch Birthday Party. What is a kringfeestje? Why do you have to bring cake to work in the Netherlands, every year, on your OWN birthday? Why does Colleen have such a problem with the Dutch kraambezoek? Why do Dutch grown adults eat sprinkles on their bread in this country?!
The episode concludes with a discussion on the Kapsalon and Paatje Oorlog (both fries!), while Allard hopelessly continues to try to impress Colleen with Dutch snack-culture.
36 min
May 29, 2022 The One About Dutch Directness
Colleen and Allard kick off the very first episode of the Stuff Dutch People Like podcast with an investigation into Dutch directness. Are the Dutch really as direct as people say they are? What do the Dutch themselves think of this honesty? And why is it such a faux-pas to brag in this country!?

Colleen and Allard conclude the episode with an explanation of the Dutch kroket and bitterballen while pondering the rituals around Dutch snack-culture.
33 min

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Stuff Dutch People Like, the podcast, is a celebration of Dutch culture. Join your hosts Colleen Geske (from the land of Maple Syrup) and Allard Westenbrink (as Dutch as a broodje kaas) as they…