Two Brits in America

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. Episode of diverse subjects: Francis learning to be a policeman, sort of.. More tipping wierdness Reinventing the lingo for Atlanta's Plane Train Waymo mishap Robots in the house Heinz baked beans for sale at Costco British comedy live and on TV in the USA Hey everybody, just an idea. if you want us to talk about any particular subject, l...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. Francis yaks plenty about his recent trip to the old country. Subjects discussed include: London Fish and chips Sports (volleyball, snooker, cricket, darts) Knife, fork and spoon etiquette Lords of the manor Airport lounges Grocery store carts  Weather ...  and other subjects worth yakking about

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...

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...

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...

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 wi...

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...

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 cr...

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...

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 - opin...

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...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. The moving house saga continues for a few minutes, so excuse us for that. Some things we just don't get or it defies logic: Why is the word "mother" abbreviated to 3 variances of 3 letters? Dentists and medical forms - there must be some logical reason to complete mounds of paperwork before getting your teeth looked at. Why are...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. More gripes and analysis from the Two Brits in America. House Moving Quotes: Illogical explanation of cost Olympic Medal Count: Why does the USA do it differently Device cables: The need to pack a suitcase full when traveling Europe tourism: Too many darn people everywhere you want to go The Two Brits maybe a little OTT (Over the Top) in their...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. The title will tempt you to listen to the whole podcast. What on earth is Mother's Ruin and Spotted Dick? The attempt to answer the question of why us Brits drink warm beer. It is not as bad as it seems. Is tipping getting out of order? Do you feel compelled to tip a server for 30 secs of their time to collect a payment? Do you feel rushe...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. A mention about Artifical Intelligence - facts and opinions.  That time of year it is, so a chat about Public Holidays (ie. Bank Holidays) with  overcrowding and grocery store nuances.  Hurricanes, Tornados and even time to talk about "Comforters" and "Duvets". Yes, we can talk about virtually anthing. Best enjoyed with a g...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. After describing the fallout from explaining cricket and goat racing from Malcolm's recent experience in Tobago, we get into more serious stuff. Atlanta Airport parking. There must be some logic somewhere to this latest news about its closure. The subject of food crops up again. Breakfast and why we put our lives in jeopardy by eating thi...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. The title sounds a little dramatic but the episode is all good and informative. Two things are important to the English and that is tea and the flag, so when an entity messes with them, we cannot sit back and ignore it. Explaining cricket inside 2 minutes is a world record bordering on gibberish but is informative, however the long detailed ve...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. Firstly, apologies for the delay in this episode out on the street, but jet lagged Malcolm just returned from his escapades in Asia. He is in  fact still alive. This episode includes opinions about the metric vs. imperial way of thinking, roadworks,  Pi (3.142 etc. ) Day,  appliances, weather, plus a few words about the Asian experience (Brits...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. With Malcolm embarking on a trip to Asia, it was time for a quick converstion about travel, albeit a basic one. Comparing the old days to the current time frame always generates conversion, especially when travel is involved. The way things used to be: planes, travelers cheques (ie. checks), and other relative subjects are on the table. Franci...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. Talking about their expertise (or lack thereof) and opinions about the Big Game.  All in jest, but lots of "why" questions with regards to the subjects of parties, tailgating, game times, outfits, the wearing of towels and helmets and others, are all up for dicussion. Included are a few minutes of digressing to tackle some unusual  s...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. Words and Phrases from both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. It's a start at least. These two Brits  could have talked about this subject for hours, but it would have been too harmful for the listeners. Just call this Part 1. American and Britain have their own words and phrases which can be a little confusing to first time visitors when they...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. What we did on New Years Eve. Traditional dropping of items to welcome 2024.  Drinking and eating: Sipping the night away, Baked Potatoes, Indian food, Yorkshire Puddings, Curry Pizzas,  Sprouts, etc. So why do crowds of people cause cellular service to crash? Questions, theories, and opinions. Welcome to a "problem and mistake free"...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. Christmas from both sides of "The Pond" vary slightly in their methodology. From carol singing with adjusted lyrics, food that may seem a little strange, and behavioral differences to name a few, All in all, Christmas is a fun time of the year, so make the most of it folks and enjoy your time with family and friends. Life is short, p...

The Two Brits are Malcolm Teasdale and Francis Carden. A somewhat educational episode that may help our American and British friends understand the cockney language, even to a small degree. Coming out of an area on the east side of London, at first listen, you  may think it is utter nonsense. However, it may serve you well if you travel to the big city and hear some strange comments and respond li...