Brazil Nuts: an insane journey through the world of Brazilian politics

We're back! Nothing like Supreme Court justice and an unhinged billionaire fighting for the soul of Brazilian democracy to get Gareth and Larissa back on the metaphorical airwaves. This was recorded just when things kicked off, with X-Twitter getting banned, fines being imposed on those who attempt to circumvent it, and the creation of the verified account Alexandre Files. Since then, a collegiate...

Hey, everyone! Welcome to this week's episode! On this episode we talk about international celebrities that decided, for better or worse, to meddle in Brazilian politics! And, for some reason, Jeb Bush (please clap).  Check out our website later for shownotes!  We'd like to thank Uoster Zielinski for the graphic design and all the essential workers out there, keeping us safe. #stayhome #vaccinatio...

Hi, friends! Sorry we're late! This week was supposed to be a simple state-themed episode. But then there was a coup attempt in the United States, so the if you're sick of hearing about it, just jump to the mid-point of the episode. Listen to the whole thing to get some good, old-fashioned Larissa rants. Also, since the recording of the episode, the situation with the pandemic in Amazonas has beco...

Hey, friends! We're back! And better than ever! On this episode we discuss a woman who does NOT predict the future with aspargus and some Welsh attempts at preserving their culture intact in South America. We missed this so much! As always, we'd like to thank Uoster Zielinski for our graphic design, and all the essential workers out there, keeping us safe. Sending a special shout out to everyone w...

Merry Christmas, everyone! And Winter Solstice! And all of our end-of-year celebrations! Now, you didn't think we'd leaving hanging, did you? As promised, here's Larissa's "I met Steve Guttenberg!" story. Talk to you in 2021!

Hi, everyone! Of course we're late for the last episode of the year!  But we come bearing the answers to your questions while we sip our wine and spread our cheer! This year has been rough, but it has also brought us together: Gareth and Larissa became friends and then started a podcast to become friends with the world. Every day is a rollercoaster, but at least we can count on each other. Even if...

Hello, friends! In today's episode, we talk about Gareth's level of attractiveness, Mario Lopez's next venture, and Brazil's energy grid. Yes, because Amapá is still having issues and power outtages and the thing is, this is not a new problem. It's just gotten worse recently with the substation going offline.  So, get ready for some data-filled rants! And find that data on our show notes . At 45:5...

Hi, friends! We hope you're all doing well. This week's episode is a quickie, giving you the rundown on the latest in the Brazilian election season. Also. apparently the Welsh government thinks coronavirus is a gremlin. Don't forget to send us questions for our mailbag episode! Use our Twitter, @brazilnutspod , or our email, brazilnutspod@gmail.com. We'd like to thank Uoster Zielinski for our grap...

Hi, friends! Some housekeeping: we've been more consistently posting the pod on Saturdays and it actually seems like people prefer that anyway. So, that's now our new day of release  - SATURDAY. Also, we wanna do a mailbag episode, so if you have questions about Brazil, Wales, politics, wrestling or something you want our answer to, DM us @brazilnutspod or brazilnutspod@gmail.com. Regardless, we'r...

Hello, dearest of friends! Yes, we're buttering you up because we're late. This is quality indie podcast at its finest! This week we talk about the Brazilian municipal elections, held last sunday, 15 November. Maybe you're not caught up on the news; maybe you just wanna listen to our pithy commentary; maybe you wanna know what the hell marsupials have to do with any of it. We're he...

Hi, friends! Sorry we're late! You know we do this out of love, right? On this episode we talk about Ouija boards, the creation of the Brazilian Real, and how all money is stupid. We also recorded this before the U.S. results came out, so bare with us. As always, we'd like to thank Uoster Zielinski for the graphic design, and all essential workers out there, keeping us safe.

Hi, friends! Yes, even we couldn't help ourselves and are discussing the already over-discussed U.S. elections. But, you know, with our spin and flair! Now, c'mon Nevada! As always, we'd like to thank Uoster Zielinski and all the essential workers keeping us safe.

Hi, friends! We've come to take over your weekend with talks of Star Trek, Latvian werewolves, the 2017 film Good Manners, and some facts and discussion about the Brazilian film industry. Yeah, we got a bit carried away. Have a spooky weekend, with lots of treats (whatever those may be for you), and thank you for listening! If you're in the U.S.: VOTE! We'd like to thank Uoster Zielinski for the g...

Hi, friends! We've made a blunder and chose a movie that's not great for our purposes here on Brazil Nuts. Blame our excitement for doing something different. Blame Gareth for wanting to do a movie episode for Halloween. On a Brazilian themed podcast. Yes, blame Gareth, that's better. We're very sorry if anyone was triggered in anyway by our first choice and we hope to have reached everyone in tim...

Hi, friends! Another week that feels like a year, but here we are, still with you. This week we bring you some fresh, warm nuts, which is saying  something, since we're talking about senator Chico Rodrigues (DEM-RR)  and the unusual place he chose to hide his allegedly illegal money. Since the recording of this episode, Rodrigues's lawyers have sent  out a release saying the money was to pay the s...

Hi, friends! Another week, another serving of Brazil Nuts!  With extra nuts this week as we talk about Gareth's feelings, Sebastian Gorka's magical pills, and the animals that have run for office in Brazil! Be well and take care, dear listeners. We'd like to thank Uoster Zielinski for the graphic design and all essential workers out there, keeping us safe. #vote

Hi, everyone! Yes, we are late again! We're very sorry!  This week, we talk about the Getúlio Vargas period and how this controversial dictator is responsible for a lot of the cultural stereotypes that most foreigners know about Brazil. We also talk about Pokémon, Aleisteir Crowley, and curse words in Brazilian Portuguese. We promise you, it was worth the wait! We'd like to thank Uoster Zielinski...

Hi, friends! We are SO sorry about how late we are this week. The life of indie podcasting is a thrill! This week we talk about The Rock's endorsment, Men at Work's significant contribution to music, and the 1998 Brazilian film Central Station. We were also supposed to talk about Zulu (1964), but let's just pretend the equipment didn't record that. We'd like to thank Uoster Zielinski for the graph...

Hello, friends! This week we return with another State of Your Nuts, this time talking about the state of the Republic of Cunani, marabaixo, steamed shrimp, and men fighting over blow-up dolls! Say howdy to Amapá! In the meantime, hear Larissa get embarassed over saying something she shouldn't have, Gareth confuse Law & Order: SVU with NCIS: LA, Larissa confuse Matt Damon and Chris O'Donell, a...

Hi, everyone! It's pod day! Today we break the news about a new campaign financing rule, that should improve chances for the election of black people in Brazil. Also, this was supposed to be a short episode, but apparently we a physically unable to do that, so enjoy us talking about Kim Kardashian, Avril Lavigne, and flat earthers. Btw, Larissa made a booboo, and campaigning in Brazil actually beg...

Hi, friends! Another week, another tale to tell. Today we jump into our way back machine to 1904 and remember the Vaccine Revolt and how bizarre it is that history really does repeat itself! Also, Gareth has linguistic deafness and refuses to admit it.   As always, we'd like to thank Uoster Zielinski for our graphic design. We'd also like to thank all essential workers, who keep us safe. #stayhome...

Hi, friends! Today we talk about the price of books in Brazil as the Bolsanaro government prepares to remove the tax-free status of this already pricey item. But why are books so pricey if they aren’t taxed? How does piracy work in Brazil? Well, this episode is free, so listen to find out! Also, would you wanna go on the first manned mission to Mars??? #terraformersneedbeans As always, we’d like t...

Hi, everyone! So, this week we kinda went crazy on the topics and talked about a bit of everything! Cities with the same name in Brazil cause confusion in Larissa’s household! Is Bolsonaro an idiot or a grifter? Was the Romero Britto thing funny or SUPER funny? So stay tuned for our recap of last week and learning WAY TOO MUCH about Gareth’s personal life! As always, we’d like to thank Uoster Ziel...

Hi, friends! Happy friday!  Today we got a Welsh Nuts for you, as Gareth takes the reigns and tells us all about A-levels and when Wales became a country. Kinda. Also, Larissa rants about universties overall and Geléia interjects. A LOT. Seriously, we've given up. She's just a part of the show now. We'd (all three of us) like to thank Uoster Zielinski for our graphic design and all essential worke...

Hi, friends! Ready for some Brazil Nuts?  This week we come to you with a special series: The State of Your Nuts will describe each Brazilian state, some statistics (OF COURSE), some politics, some history, some geography, all to bring you a little closer to this continental country.  So, LET'S DO THIS THING!  P.S.: Larissa endorses responsible drinking. As always, we'd like to thank Uoster Zielin...