Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden chat about various subjects of intellect and interest.

Malcolm in the Arctic, Francis on the World's largest cruise ship, plus personal opinions of trains, public toilets, sports terminology, phone booth museum, human genetic analysis, and of course the theories about a streaming video of a lettuce referencing a past British Prime Minister.

There is always stuff to talk about, whether it is serious or lighthearted.  Sometimes, you just have to sit back, laugh and smile at our wonderful world and the actions of its residents.

Words and phrases to generate gossip: Touch Down, Try, Wickets, Rain, and Duffy the Dog.

Enjoy.

Lighthearted stories about having British family visit for two weeks, bringing familiar snacks and reigniting old British habits. This leads to conversations about family ancestry, DNA testing, and tracing roots back to the 16th century, including links to “Viking’s disease.” They joke about quirky traditions and unusual competitions around the world (e.g., wife carrying, cheese rolling, stinging nettle eating, swamp soccer, mobile phone throwing).

The family enjoys events like a Rod Stewart concert, notices differences between British and American culture (soft drink refills, ID checks, drive-through services, liquor laws, contactless payments), and observes the quirks of U.S. weather. The visit includes humorous food debates (like buttering croissants), local pub visits, and trying Guinness Zero. They wrap up reflecting on small but telling cultural contrasts that stood out to the British visitors.

Francis and Malcolm discuss various topics including the differences between UK and US heatwaves, British pub culture and slang, traditional British foods like toad in the hole, and innovative ways to combat mosquitoes. They also touch on school schedules, time zones, and the popularity of bidets in the US.
Key Points
• UK heatwaves are challenging due to lack of air conditioning, unlike in the US where AC is common; they compare weather impacts and cultural adaptations
• Discussion on British pub names, their origins, and how UK pubs differ from US bars, including the social role of pubs
• British slang terms such as "top bloke," "Pome," "Tommy," and " geezer" were explained with historical context
• Traditional British foods like toad in the hole and Yorkshire puddings were discussed, including freezing and reheating methods and the introduction of Auntie Bessie's frozen products
• Francis shared his experience with Japanese electric bidets, highlighting their popularity and benefits in the US
• They talked about mosquitoes and flies, sharing homemade trap ideas using yeast and sugar water to attract and kill them

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.

Recent flight delays and cancellations. Is Britain to blame for the bad weather?

Taking a ride in a Waymo robotaxi 

Wi-Fi ovens

British food you must try at least once: Toad in the Hole, Bubble and Squeak.

Francis and his one annoying word that is spoken incorrectly in America.

Football vs. Soccer. Which is correct, considering it is played with your feet?

OTT (i.e. Over the Top) number of soccer championships, maybe.

Getting old, or is it just paranoia?

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.

More language wierdness from around the USA, including a unique passenger sign at Milwaukee Airport. The recombobulate theory.

Wisconsin languages nuances.

Some more English phrases to know about.

Residence Class on planes

AI, briefly

How Bermuda has bastardized the English language. An example of being in an Irish Pub, with a Scotsman serving an Englishman.

Swimming costumes.

Biscuits

.. and other very important information the world needs to know about

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.

Subjects up for discussion and be warned, Francis is on a roll today:

• Doctor visits
• Valentine Day
• 911 or 999 calls - why isn't there a global standard?
• Home electronics - Amp or Receiver?
• Pain meds
• The opening of windows
• French Fries and Chips

.. any other annoying stuff

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.
It is that time of the year again. "Time flies when you are having fun" or as Kermit the Frog once said, "Time is fun when you are having flys"

Subjects up for discussion:

• More tipping grievances
• Food for this time of the year
  • Curried sausage rolls
  • Sprouts
  • Turkey
  • Minced Pies
• Royalty speeches
• Michael Macintyre quotes
• Xmas crackers and the crack word

The big question is why do people not like sprouts?. Cooking hints included.

2025 is almost here. Stay tuned for more exciting podcasts from Two Brits in America.
The new year will bring more subjects for debate, discussion, complaints, brave guests, opinions, and much more.

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden.
It was the time around Thanksgiving Day when this was recorded, so some discussion was required.

So where did the name Turkey originate from?
Why does Election Day mean a day off school for the kids?
Traveling around Thanksgiving Day - 80 million people cant be wrong.
Did you ever watch Dr. Who all those years ago. They should bring it back on TV
Francis sings the theme tune (sort of).
  
Enjoy the gossip and banter from these two old geezers from across the pond.

Time zones, daylight savings time around the world. Why does it have to be confusing? Especially if you travel.
Why are some nations 30 mins or even 15 mins offset from the rest of the world?
Airport / tax free shopping- why is is so darn expensive? 
Water on cruise ships. Just drink it. Dont buy it.
Siri accents - entertain yourself with driving directions.
Facebook Groups for British Food - opinions from both sides of the pond, especially about breakfast.
Humor (aka humour) and being offended. Nope.

Enjoy folks. 

Have you ever been on a cruise ship, especially a large one, and got lost? Ever left your cabin and turned the wrong way?   It's all part of the fun.
Trying to understand why moving between U.S. States has to be challenging for seemingly "straight forward" requirements.
Cheese rolls, advent calendars. Simple things and over complicating them.
How you can create a sports world record and not win? Anything is possible in cricket.
Does playing Pickleball mean that you are old? Of course not.
A few English language nuances.