Foodie Phobias, Weird Eating Habits, and Food Debates | Podcast Episode 3

12/16/20 • 27 min

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 3 of the All Irrelevant Topics Podcast! This time, we’re spicing things up with a special guest, Bash=ia, a self-proclaimed foodie with a unique twist. Together with Anna and Elliott, they explore the quirks of food preferences, strange eating habits, and even phobias that might surprise you!

💡 What’s Inside?

🥗 Food Phobias: From mayo to mustard, hear Basha’s hilarious stories about her phobia of mayonnaise (even Barack Obama shares this fear!) and other strange food aversions.
🍜 Weird Eating Habits: The debate over eating the same food for two weeks straight vs. mixing it up daily—whose side are you on?
☕ Coffee Preferences: How the way you drink coffee might reveal your personality.
🐙 Food Adventures Abroad: Stories of eating octopus salad on Portuguese beaches and the best seafood experiences.
🍔 Fixation on Favorites: Basha’s love affair with peanut butter and why crunchy is superior to smooth.
🥑 Vegan and Plant-Based Trends: The rise of pea milk and plant-based alternatives—are they worth the hype?

🔑 Key Takeaways:

Everyone’s food preferences are different, but they spark some of the best conversations.
Food phobias, even of mayo, are more common than you think—and you’re not alone!
Eating habits reflect more than just taste; they’re tied to personality and culture.

📢 Perfect for foodies, quirky eaters, and anyone who loves a good laugh over the quirks of eating.

🎧 Tune in for an episode packed with laughter, food debates, and relatable foodie moments. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a like for more fun conversations!

💡 What’s Inside?

🥗 Food Phobias: From mayo to mustard, hear Basha’s hilarious stories about her phobia of mayonnaise (even Barack Obama shares this fear!) and other strange food aversions.
🍜 Weird Eating Habits: The debate over eating the same food for two weeks straight vs. mixing it up daily—whose side are you on?
☕ Coffee Preferences: How the way you drink coffee might reveal your personality.
🐙 Food Adventures Abroad: Stories of eating octopus salad on Portuguese beaches and the best seafood experiences.
🍔 Fixation on Favorites: Basha’s love affair with peanut butter and why crunchy is superior to smooth.
🥑 Vegan and Plant-Based Trends: The rise of pea milk and plant-based alternatives—are they worth the hype?

🔑 Key Takeaways:

Everyone’s food preferences are different, but they spark some of the best conversations.
Food phobias, even of mayo, are more common than you think—and you’re not alone!
Eating habits reflect more than just taste; they’re tied to personality and culture.

📢 Perfect for foodies, quirky eaters, and anyone who loves a good laugh over the quirks of eating.

🎧 Tune in for an episode packed with laughter, food debates, and relatable foodie moments. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a like for more fun conversations!

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Travel Mishaps, Airline Battles, and Never-Answered Questions | Podcast Episode 2

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🎙️ Welcome to Episode 2 of the All Irrelevant Topics Podcast!
Join Anna and Elliott as they dive into the chaos and charm of travel adventures. From airline debates to Nutella controversies, this episode brings laughs, insights, and a touch of mystery.

💡 What’s Inside?

✈️ Airline Battles: From luxury flights with complimentary champagne to budget airlines like Ryanair, Jetstar, and Wizz Air, hear the highs and lows of air travel.
🌍 Hilarious Travel Mishaps: Stories of bumpy landings, budget hostel adventures, and the etiquette of waking up dorm-mates at 4 a.m.
🤔 Never-Answered Questions: Butter on Nutella sandwiches—yes or no? Plus, unraveling the mystery of the Utah Monolith.
🎭 Cultural Oddities: Clapping on planes, awkward bus rides, and the quirks of public transport across Poland, the U.S., and New Zealand.
🛏️ Hostel Realities: Dorm-room survival tips and how to navigate shared spaces without becoming that traveller.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

Travel is a mix of chaos and charm—embrace the mishaps with humour.
Budget airlines and hostels have quirks, but they make for unforgettable stories.
Sometimes, the simplest questions—like Nutella with butter—cause the biggest debates.

📢 Perfect for travel lovers, culture buffs, and anyone looking for a good laugh.

🎧 Tune in for a lighthearted, relatable chat packed with stories, insights, and quirky humour. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a like for more fun episodes!

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Christmas Traditions: From BBQs on the Beach to Polish Pierogies | Podcast Episode 4

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 4 of the All Irrelevant Topics Podcast! It’s a Christmas special! Join Anna and Elliot as they dive into a cheerful mix of holiday traditions, contrasting the warm beachside BBQs of New Zealand with Poland’s cosy, snowy Christmas Eve feasts. 🎄

💡 What’s Inside?

🌊 Christmas in New Zealand: Warm weather, pohutukawa trees, and BBQs on the beach—discover the unique traditions of a Southern Hemisphere Christmas.
❄️ Polish Christmas Traditions: From leaving an extra plate for surprise guests to waiting for the first star in the sky, learn about the beautiful and heartfelt customs of a Polish Christmas Eve.
🍷 Mulled Wine Adventures: How mulled wine (or glühwein) became the spirit of winter—and Elliot’s discovery that it’s not just microwaved wine.
🥟 Favorite Christmas Foods: Pierogi, mushroom dressing, and the surprisingly traditional Polish herring with... well, you’ll have to listen to find out!
🤔 Holiday Reflection: The joy of giving, the kindness of strangers, and why Christmas brings out the best in people (even in 2020).

🔑 Key Takeaways:

Christmas traditions vary widely, but they’re all about connection, love, and joy.
Food is the centrepiece of many holiday celebrations, and every family has its unique take.
Whether it’s warm beaches or snowy streets, the Christmas spirit unites us all.

📢 Perfect for holiday enthusiasts, culture buffs, and anyone looking to get into the Christmas spirit!