Don’t Ask Me To Talk

For the last episode of Don’t Ask Me to Talk to air on KIXI, Stacy and Eric commemorate by discussing Chip and Dip Day and Near Miss Day among other nonsensical holidays (not worth mentioning). Their topic for this week is dreams and unlike Stacy, Eric doesn’t have weird reoccurring dreams which may or may not mean she’s a little crazy! Vance Dingfelder from Dingfelder’s Delicatessen and Nourish C...

Poker Face, And/or The Bear? Which to watch!? Before they dish on what they’ve been watching, Stacy and Eric take time to commemorate St. Patrick’s Day and National Artichoke Day. Of equal importance, no; however, both are green adjacent. After a lesson on colcannon from Eric, they switch gears to discuss which programs they’ve been binging. Since Stacy is always so far behind, she takes a back se...

Stacy and Eric get particularly into their conversation about International School Meals Day, comparing school lunch with home lunch. They determine the grass is always greener on the other side. As promised, they welcome a guest (Steve Haas) to the show and spin the Wheel ‘O Topics to determine their topic. Steve, Stacy, and Eric share their first “real” jobs. Steve learned his is now obsolete, E...

Do you prefer warm weather vacays or cold around this time of year? After their usual banter about random holidays that include cats and old stuff, Stacy and Eric explore their vacation preferences. While Eric has his sights set on Iceland and The Outer Banks, Stacy is thinking about sun, sun, and more sun (with a side of sunburn). Although she will consider all offers to go somewhere snowy if she...

Or would you rather eat waffles? Stacy and Eric discuss the sport of curling and the literal impression it left on Stacy when she tried it years ago. They get a bit sidetracked by the notion that Tootsie Rolls were “developed” before finally launching into a rather in-depth dissection of breakfast as a meal (including a giggly tangent about the program Review with Andy Daly). Vance Dingfelder from...

After last week’s sad attempt to write a song, Stacy and Eric get back to basics. From turning frowns upside down for, Do a Grouch a Favor Day to discussing their travel quirks and hacks, they stick to what they know best, edu-tainment! Recovering from Valentine’s Day craziness, Vance Dingfelder from Dingfelder’s Delicatessen and Nourish Catering joins the program to share an update on what’s cook...

Stacy and Eric agree Pizza and Chocolate Days don’t belong together; how do you pick which to celebrate? Maybe you alternate between them since it’s also Develop Alternative Vices Day. Stacy’s bright idea to write a song backfires spectacularly; primarily because of her lack of talent and in spite of Eric’s attempts to take a less random approach. By the end, it’s hard to tell what they’ve created...

But Sid starts with S and Sid is apparently Cookie Monster’s first name! Stacy and Eric discuss today’s holidays such as Lotus 1-2-3 Day which is as random as you’d expect; it does start a good convo about the show, White Lotus and Aperol Spritzes. Their topic of the week is favorite cookies which leads to Eric’s question, “Is a Fig Newton a cookie?” and his hot take that store bought cookies are...

Wait Thirty Minutes Before Swimming and other arbitrary rules from childhood. Stacy and Eric celebrate National Popcorn Day by discussing their fav types, toppings and ways to make it (anyone else have a Crazy 8 popcorn popper?). Their topic of the week is random childhood rules, most of which seemed to be specific to our families, the era, or in hindsight were just super silly. Vance Dingfelder f...

After almost a month off, Stacy and Eric are back in time for National Ginger Day; how could they miss it given Stacy’s ginger status?! They disagree about marzipan, but agree on the impact Howard Stern has on radio. For the topic this week, Stacy and Eric share which states they’ve lived in, which ones they’ve visited, and which just got the airport terra firma touch down only. Boise, Idaho boded...

Stacy and Eric get off topic earlier than usual this time talking about random topics like holiday skits from SNL, the holiday and song “celebrating” Short People, and a childhood mixed tape Eric listened to featuring a band from Belguim. They share their secret talents; like Eric’s ability to find free-parking and Stacy’s ability to lie without remorse (mostly). Vance Dingfelder chats about Hanuk...

Stacy gets so excited about hearing from a listener that she starts the show sharing their feedback; she also gives Eric a present which is a callback from the episode, “O. Henry! Those Were Great Gifts!” Stacy and Eric talk about more Ridiculous Holidaze including Cat Herder’s Day before getting into their topic for the week, weird holiday songs. Once again Eric out-odds Stacy, sharing unique hol...

It’s National Lard Day which is not nearly as exciting as National Brownie Day (which are frankly better from a box). Speaking of boxes, Stacy and Eric talk about some of the gifts they’ve unwrapped over the years, favorites like the gift of wings (a car), and the lasting memories of experiences (like Broadway shows). Vance Dingfelder talks about classic Hanukkah foods like latkes, matzo ball soup...

A week after Thanksgiving and Eric is still sleepy from the tryptophan. Luckily there are other holidaze to perk him up such as National Cookie Cutter and Peppermint Bark Day. Their game of Two Truths and a Lie starts right out of the gate when Stacy confesses her name isn’t Stacy Heller. From there Eric and Stacy guess whether various scenarios from their lives are fact or fiction; like did Eric...

1. An attitude of gratitude 2. Quality time with family, or friends who are like family, like Stacy and Eric for instance. 3. Conversation starters like, “Which breed should win the National Dog Show? And Did D.B. Cooper survive his jump from the plane?” 4. Vance Dingfelder’s specialty, food! Whether turkey from Butterball, pastrami from Dingfelder’s Delicatessen or Ahi Poke Spoons from Nourish Ca...

Do you know who you probably won’t need to unfriend on National Unfriend Day? Reuben - he’s not just a sandwich, he’s a rare bird in the wild. Speaking of birds, Stacy and Eric talk about favorite holiday foods which includes turkey for both. They agree tradition and memories influence which holiday foods are best; however, they disagree on ambrosia. Vance Dingfelder, the Deli Dude from Dingfelder...

Sesame Street aired its first episode on November 10, 1969, unleashing on the world the likes of Oscar, Big Bird and our favorite, Grover. Eric points out that Stacy’s imaginary friend may have just been her talking to herself, sending Stacy either back to therapy or in search of a vanilla cupcakes. On today’s program they share favorite YouTube Channels; between Stacy and Eric’s diverse interests...

See what happens when you make assumptions?! Turns out Eric doesn’t drink beer so International Stout Day is lost on him. However, he is down with Give People a Dollar Day. After more edutaining content, Stacy and Eric discuss the cliché that is the pumpkin spice craze. While Eric is very PC and anti-rage with regards to hating on PSL fans; Stacy is less PC and generally just doesn’t get it especi...

Eric started it! Suggesting he can be cranky provides the ideal segway into one of today’s holidaze, Cranky Co-Worker Day. Between that and the other holidaze they discuss, it’s a very Eric day. Their topic this week is first dates; clearly Stacy has romantic notions and a high bar for what’s considered a “first date” whereas Eric is far more realistic and relatable. Conversation turns to good loc...

Is your brain full of useless information too? It’s International Information Overload Day, and luckily much of what Stacy and Eric talk about doesn’t need to be recalled; although it can be helpful! Their topic for this episode is Halloween Costumes. They share some of their best and worst costumes through the years; Eric as Clark Kent starting to transform into Superman! Stacy as Velma because s...

Are you prepared for when disaster strikes? It’s International Disaster Day and neither Stacy, nor Eric are ready. They are prepared to celebrate National M&M Day and agree it would be nuts not to choose this classic candy if stuck on a deserted island. They share their dream trip, spoiler it’s not a deserted island, and discuss considerations they contemplate when planning travel. Vance of Di...

Who comes up with Holidays like Zero Inbox Day? Probably the same folks that drink orange wine. While Stacy thinks anything orange sounds hideous, Eric disagrees and even prefers orange popsicles! They share what in their respective fridges; Eric’s contents are more interesting; however, Stacy shares a good life hack for keeping carrots fresh. Speaking of fresh, Vance Dingfelder of Dingfelder’s De...

What would Confucius think about the tradition of adding “in bed” to the pearls of wisdom found within fortune cookies? He was probably too wise to care; meanwhile, Stacy and Eric have thoughts about the conspiracy that is coffee/Starbucks/biscotti day. They share fond thoughts about some of their favorite books from childhood. Stacy has a lot to add between her own childhood and that of her kids,...

The irony of it being the first day of fall and National Ice Cream Day is not lost on Stacy; however, as Eric points out, any time of year is good for an ice cream cone. They also talk about chainmail versus chain letters and “being stuck in the car with Mom.” The topic they tackle on the program is, “the thing that they want to do, but it seems too BIG.” Are all dreams meant to be realized? And c...

September 15th is International Dot Day which is essentially about making your mark in the world even if you just start with a dot. Stacy and Eric discuss whether grilled cheese and cheese toast are the same thing (tune in to see where they land) before moving on to movies they can happily watch on repeat. Their lists are quite different which makes for an interesting selection. Vance Dingfelder o...