Midwest Bias

Episode 62: Kj opens this episode with a brief hello/welcome back message before bringing in the Hall of Famer for Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (1:09)! They taste a Naughty Temple and Knock One Bock from Toppling Goliath Brewery. Then, Rachel returns for a long overdue report on the Minnesota State Fair foods (and much more!) in Rachel Reports (15:28)!  Later, Lindsay Wheeler (@toldmytherapis...

Episode 61: Kj opens this episode by talking briefly about losing her mom earlier this week. Next, she welcomes back Rachel Reports for her annual Minnesota State Fair Food Preview (4:00)! Plus, Kj and Rachel are joined by a special guest! Then, it's time for the "drink" portion of the episode  - Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (19:58)! Plus, Kj and the HOFer are joined by 4 special guests from...

Episode 60: Kj opens this episode with the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (1:05) before welcoming back Christopher Giannini (@ChrisBGiannini on Twitter) for a special report. Christopher tells us all about his first experience doing stand-up comedy (3:08)! We wrap it all up with Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (37:56)! Kj and the Hall of Famer taste a Strawberry and Pineapple Salty Wind Gose...

Episode 59: Kj opens this episode with not one but two reviews, and an invitation before welcoming back Kim Willson as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host (4:20)! Kim shares details about her new 50-state running challenge. Then, it's time for Twitter Talk - shoes or no shoes in the house, fast food, and more. Plus, we find out "What's In Kim's Crockpot?" (39:19)! Lastly, it's time for a Non-Midwest...

Episode 58: Kj opens this episode with the "Best Thing I Saw All Week" before welcoming back Karen Mittelstadt as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host (1:23)! Karen catches us up on a few cliffhangers from her last Midwest Bias appearance, she answers a "Wheel Question" and a "Kj's Question", and much more! Then, the Hall of Famer returns for another round of Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (48:26)...

Episode 57: It's the Sports (and beer) episode! Kj kicks off this episode with an announcement about Jinglefest VIII before welcoming in the Hall of Famer for another round of Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (5:37)! They briefly recap their last 2 weeks and some Twitter Talk about -surprise surprise - candy and beer. Then, they try a Cherry Fluff Sour from Ballad Brewing Company and a Coconut Cr...

Episode 56: Kj kicks off this episode with the "Best Thing I Heard All Week" before welcoming in the Hall of Famer for another round of Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (3:30)! They try a Sponch Sour Ale from Weldwerks Brewing Company and a Black Pelican Maple Porter from Crystal Coast Brewing Company. Kj also reveals the "Best Thing I Saw All Week." Then, Jolene Wojcik from Nebraska returns as t...

Episode 55: It's a special pop-up episode! Kj opens the show with a few announcements before welcoming in the Hall of Famer as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host (2:57)! They review listener comments from last week regarding "Kj's Question" about the plow guy and the best fast food restaurants!  Later, they another round of Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (20:18)! They try a Creature of the Choco...

Episode 54: It's a special snowed-in episode! Kj opens this episode with the Most Midwestern Moment(s) of the week! She then welcomes in the Hall of Famer as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host (6:08)! They discuss this week's "Epic" winter storm in Minnesota and review listener tweets from last week about General Motors (Ford and Chevy?), river beers, discontinued foods, Doritos (minis?), and more!...

Episode 53: Kj opens this episode with a podcast review! She then welcomes in first-time Midwest Guest Co-host, Sandra Rhode (2:26)! Topics discussed include: reviewing last week's listener comments and questions about the Super Bowl quiz, Kansas City barbecue, how to make sauerkraut sweet, hand-written thank you notes, and Kim Willson River Beer. Sandra also weighs in on the great Kim Willson cro...

Episode 52: Kj opens this episode with another "Pals Plug," a bonus "The Best Thing I Saw All Week," and "The Most Midwestern Moment of the Week."  She then welcomes back Kim Willson as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host of the Day (6:04)! Topics discussed include: reviewing last week's listener comments about gravy, to tip or not tip at all-inclusive resorts, Kansas City barbecue, hand-written tha...

Episode 51: Kj opens this episode with The Best Thing I Saw All Week before welcoming back Karen Mittelstadt as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the day (2:49)! They discuss a new movie, luggage, and Karen recaps her Christmas "unit" spending. Kj gives Karen some unsolicited advice, Karen weighs in as the Midwest Mediator regarding the Kim Willson crockpot debate and the proper use of the phrase "the...

Episode 50: It's the Midwest Bias 50th episode extravaganza bonus pop-up mini episode!  Kj wanted to try some beer so she brought in the HOFer and pressed record in this special edition of Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (1:03)! They test a Pineapple Cider and a Caramel Macchiato Stout. Plus, an appearance (sorta) by Bonnie "Gets It Done" Berko! A good (central) time was had by all!    Music: Al...

Episode 49: Kj launches right into Part 2 of last week's Non-Midwestern Guest,  Tim (her Bonus Brother) (1:01)! They pick up where they left off with TIm sharing stories of his adventures in Antarctica, Greenland, and Palmyra Atoll. (24:56)! Tim also answers a couple of Wheel Questions. Then, it's time for Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (25:50)! They test a Michigan Cherry Wheat Ale and a Sunda...

Episode 48: Kj opens this episode with three brief announcements followed by a special "Most Midwestern Moment" of the week  (2:05)! Then, she welcomes the Hall of Famer  back as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the Week (3:10)! Did the HOFer contact Southwest Airlines for that annoyance fee? The answer is revealed! They also review your feedback and discuss bunco, the oldest fast food restaurants in...

Episode 47: Kj opens this episode with "The Best Thing I Saw All Week"(0:44) followed by the "Most Midwestern Moment" of the week (2:05)! Then, she welcomes Jolene Wojcik from Nebraska back as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the Week (3:38)! Kj tells the (extended) story of her Christmas vacation debacle, Jolene recaps her Christmas holiday, and they discuss listener questions/comments. Later, it's t...

Episode 46: Kj opens this episode with the Most Midwestern Moment, er, story of the week before welcoming back Rachel for Rachel Reports (5:17)! Rachel reveals her birthday surprise destination and if she guessed correctly, discusses a new gig and how this podcast was the driving inspiration behind her applying for the job…or something like that.  Kj and Rachel recap their recent White Elephant ex...

Episode 45: Kj opens this episode by explaining what marks the beginning of this holiday season and a "pal plug" before welcoming back Karen Mittelstadt as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the day (3:37)! Karen recaps her Thanksgiving gathering/meal plus the increase in meal cost this year. They go off on a true Speaking of Tangents tangent about tipping etiquette. They also review Twitter Talk and an...

Episode 44: Kj opens this episode with a few housekeeping items, followed by "The Best Thing I Saw All Week" (1:15). Then, she welcomes back the HOFer in Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (5:07)! They test beers sent in by Patrick Smith and Ed Butt. Thanks, gentlemen! Later, Kj welcomes back Kim Willson (@kimwills33 on Twitter) Midwest Guest Co-host of the day (20:23)! They discuss glamping, chees...

Episode 43: Kj opens this episode with a few plugs for her pals followed by the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (2:54)! Next, it's time for the return of Rachel Reports (4:00)! Kj and Rachel discuss how they may have been sucked back in by their Minnesota Twins' season ticket representative. Rachel reports on her latest camping trip and guesses where Mr. Reports will take her for a surprise wee...

Episode 42: Kj opens the show with a brief update before welcoming in Karen Mittelstadt as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the day (1:54)! They review Twitter Talk in response to last week's episode, which, surprise surprise, revolves entirely around food.  Then they discuss 3 situations they've been in recently that have them questioning American civility. Later, the HOFer and not one, but two very...

Episode 41: Kj kicks off this episode with a brief update followed by the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (1:38) before welcoming in the Hall of Famer as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the day (4:22)! They review Twitter Talk, including a discussion about the most popular grocery stores in the Midwest and beyond, the return of the Curder Burger (?), and more. Later, singer/songwriter Amy Martin j...

Episode 40: Kj kicks off this episode with The Best Thing I Saw All Week (0:29) before welcoming in the Hall of Famer for another edition of Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (7:30). They test 2 beers donated by Kim Willson and Patrick Smith. Later, Kim Willson (@KimWills33 on Twitter), joins the show as Kj's Midwest Guest Co-host of the Day (20:23)! They lament the disappointing baseball seasons...

Episode 39: Kj kicks off this episode with The Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (0:52) before bringing in Hall of Famer for Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (2:51). They test 3 beers donated by Sarah Schultzy (Suzy), Kim Willson, and Patrick Smith. They also discuss their trip to Michigan last weekend. Next, Rachel is back to review the Minnesota State Fair foods she ate this summer and her rec...

Episode 38: Kj kicks off this episode with "The Best Thing I Saw All Week" (0:38) before bringing in the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, Minneapolis Laurie (@MinnLaurie on Twitter) (3:50)! They review some Twitter Talk (and emails!) after last week's episode and answer a listener's question. Then, it's time for another edition of The Midwest Mediator at the 38:55 mark. Laurie previews her upcom...