S2 Ep171: An Unwelcome Visitor on Your Face
Put on your prom looks, friends, cuz Kathleen has some Cosmopolitan magazine hard-hitting news: beauty tips for prom! (Because we’re all 17, right?) And true to form, Bethany brings some crazy old-timey beauty routines to the conversation, too. Like did you know there used to be a contraption you wore at night to give you dimples?
58m Apr 18, 2019
58m
S2 Ep170: And Then 7 More Assassins Come Out - Bonus
Our girl Kathleen is on a much-earned vacation (jealous!!) so Bethany sits down with her boyfriend Dennis for this very special bonus episode! The two discuss Bethany’s complete inability to talk about s-e-x, what they both freak out about in the relationship, and what Bethany did that made Dennis POSITIVE she was breaking up with him.
56m Apr 15, 2019
56m
S2 Ep169: Me & Other 13-Year-Olds
Black holes, evil thongs, and knees bending where they shouldn’t. It’s an emotional rollercoaster of an episode, friends, and Bethany is feeling queasy. And then the ladies accidentally start a fire (true story) and everything goes to hell. Aren’t you glad you’re in our family?
55m Apr 11, 2019
55m
S2 Ep168: Heavy Metal Music and Cheesecake
Fasten your jean shorts, it’s time for another Acquired Taste podcast! Bethany is giving you the perfect dating profile bio, courtesy of a bot she created. (Can the Zak Bagans bot find love?) And Kathleen is teaching you how NOT to spend all of your hard-earned dough at Target and Starbucks and Target. Plus, we hear back from “Maisie,” play MadLibs, and hear more of your awesome voicemails!
1hr Apr 03, 2019
1hr
S2 Ep167: You Deserve To Be Someone’s 'Zero' Choice
Uh oh. Have you ever been in love with your best friend? Listener Maisie’s BFF knows that she has feelings for him and he’s flirty back! But is he just stringing her along? Plus, Bethany gives you one big thing NOT to do during a wedding, and grab the thinkin’ part of your head brain cuz it’s time to take the Psychopath Test!
1hr 9m Mar 28, 2019
1hr 9m
S2 Ep166: They’re Your Ex for a Reason! - Bonus
Do you know someone who wants to get back with an ex, even though that ex is THE WORST? Someone in Kathleen’s life is going through this and Kathleen is NOT happy. Plus, get on your ‘90s pants! We’re talking the best songs of that decade!
35m Mar 26, 2019
35m
S2 Ep165: My Mother Made Me Take Off My Crop Top
Kathleen is scarred for life for SO MANY REASONS and Bethany would rather not screw up her relationship. Happy National Forgive Your Parents day! How’d your parents screw you up? Also, Bethany has six pretty fabulous relationship tips that she stole from Twitter that are great for any relationship, romantic or otherwise! And make sure you listen until the end: one of our TasteBuds has a scandal...
1hr Mar 20, 2019
1hr
S2 Ep164: Blood Clots & Stones: A Tough Saturday Night
Grab your pen and paper later because Bethany has some thoughts on procrastination! Plus, Kathleen is LOVING Lea Michele's soup highlights, Minerva Purr is on some good painkillers, and Kathleen confronts Bethany on a questionable kitchen-related lifestyle choice. Welcome to mid-week, TasteBuds! We’re glad you’re here!
52m Mar 14, 2019
52m
S2 Ep163: National Lampoon: Book of Secrets - Bonus
Kathleen and Bethany do NOT share a taste in movies. Can they describe the plots of movies they’ve never seen? Are Tom Hanks and Bill Murray the same person? Did Jules from Buffalo become a Princess for Christmas? And where will you hide the Book of Secrets when you become president?  Please support the companies that support us! BetaBrand - Get your own pair of Betabrand’s Dress Pant Yoga Pant...
51m Mar 12, 2019
51m
S2 Ep162: Alexa, Hide the Knives
Did you know Charles Dickens was kind of an a-hole? Is Alexa going to call the cops on you? Can anyone remember what they learned this week? Get your oil changed, because it’s a new episode of An Acquired Taste podcast!
1hr 1m Mar 07, 2019
1hr 1m
S2 Ep161: Misinformation Corner And The Underground Bunker
Does anyone really know how to purchase eggs at the supermarket? It's so confusing! Time to break out our reporter hats. Bethany and Kathleen are circling back on a former advice letter from Persephone after a touch of very polite blowback. Kathleen threw up. Bethany licked the microphone. RIP Bill Paxton… you gave us so many great movies. You should def sanitize your headphones after this epis...
1hr Feb 28, 2019
1hr
S2 Ep160: The Most Kathleen Bottle Service Ever - Bonus
Grab some coffee and a seat! Join Kathleen and Bethany as they talk about BYO Mason Jar Cocktails and what NOT to drink when you’re with your bros. And Kathleen finally meets Bethany’s new BF Dennis, live on the pod!
27m Feb 25, 2019
27m
S2 Ep159: I Feel Like You Wanna Wear My Skin
How do you break up with a friend? Bethany needs advice on how to kindly - but firmly - end a friendship that isn’t healthy. Then Kathleen has some great advice after she had a particularly rough Tuesday, and she gives her thoughts on the relatable issue of whether you should buy a country house or a beach house. Finally, how’s the economy in London? Brexit, you say! Ah, isn’t gossip fun? Pleas...
55m Feb 20, 2019
55m
S2 Ep158: Sisyphus and The Low Budget Theater Critics
It’s a grab bag episode, friends! Kathleen and Bethany give some listener advice to “Ophelia,” who is - perhaps - being a little too hard on her friend who moved away. They also discuss Bethany’s reconciliation with her Alexa, Uganda’s questionable “tourist attraction,” and Dead Eyed Blue Will Smith.  BioClarity - Get healthier, more radiant skin and a FREE Clarifying masque when you purchase a...
55m Feb 14, 2019
55m
S2 Ep157: 50 Shades of Maple Glen - Bonus
This bonus episode took an unexpected turn! What is 5G? How does internet work? Is this mascarpone garbage? It’s a podcast of questions, friends, and none of us have a clue. What we DO know? Harrison Ford is a brick man of many emotional layers, Kathleen thinks her brother is hot, and For Sale: A REAL LIFE SEX DUNGEON.
33m Feb 12, 2019
33m
S2 Ep156: I’m Part Caveman
Kathleen and Bethany discuss tattoo near-regrets, blocking those “diet-y” Instagram accounts, and Kathleen’s cracking new YouTube obsession. Then Bethany - once again - melts down over something very specific that makes her uncomfortable. Who cares if one of your legs is shorter than the other, friend? Throw on some headphones and join this week’s episode of An Acquired Taste! You belong!
58m Feb 06, 2019
58m
S2 Ep155: Sometimes, You Gotta Ride a Triceratops
Ashes and hedgehogs and meat, oh my! It’s Listener Advice time, and Paisley is having some major communication issues with her boyfriend. Should they still move in together? Then, Kathleen has a horrific cookie story, Bethany teaches you about how Instagram is causing salmonella (sort of), and more listener voicemails!
1hr 3m Jan 30, 2019
1hr 3m
S2 Ep154: Your Semen Will Cure Your Ailments!
Put away your mason jars, kids. Some natural remedies go too far. Kathleen teaches the class how NOT to cure back pain, Bethany watched the most boring fascinating documentary about aliens that she NEEDS you to see, and not-Mickey Rooney goes off script!
1hr Jan 24, 2019
1hr
S2 Ep153: Competitive Mahjong with Your Bros
Bethany comes clean about that Instagram pic and who exactly the dude is. Kathleen teaches the class about a new dating term that’s fun to say in mixed company. And who on the show is fantasizing about…pineapples? Grab Trystan and your butter-colored horse because it’s time for this week’s episode!
51m Jan 16, 2019
51m
S2 Ep152: Friday Night Wine Party and the Butt Blister Debacle - Bonus
Cheers... It's a Friday wine party at Kathleen's apartment! The ladies crack open a delicious bottle of $10 Malbec and go to town with some juicy listener advice for Tastebud Jasmine who has some MAJOR relationship regrets. Bethany gets a text message from a cute boy at some point and Kathleen's hubby Neil joins in for a semi-drunken butt debate.
39m Jan 15, 2019
39m
S2 Ep151: Alexa, Stop Listening!
Hey, good lookin’ TasteBuds! The Consumer Electronics Show is happening RIGHT NOW and Kathleen and Bethany have very differing opinions. Is it a good thing that all of your kitchen devices can talk to each other, or does this signal the beginning of the robot apocalypse?
56m Jan 09, 2019
56m
S2 Ep150: Never Fight with a Woman Who Doesn’t Have Her Anxiety Medication
HAPPY SEASON 2! It’s 2019 and it’s all about the fresh starts and those C H O N K Y old-school Kelly Clarkson highlights! Bethany tells you how to use *science* to nail your New Year’s resolution, and then the women talk to “A,” a therapist in NYC who tells them what therapists are REALLY thinking as you pour your heart out.
58m Jan 03, 2019
58m
S1 Ep149: Find the Pet. Take Selfies with the Pet.
It’s almost 2019! As Kathleen and Bethany wind down the year, Bethany has tips for her fellow introverts on how to actually enjoy parties, not just survive them! The women also look back on 2018 and discuss the podcast’s highs and lows as well as the lessons they both learned this year. Then Kathleen shames Bethany. (It’s ok, Bethany needed to hear this.) You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll maybe ...
1hr 12m Dec 26, 2018
1hr 12m
S1 Ep148: Don’t Shave Your Cat Just to Get Art
It’s listener advice time! “Hannah” is struggling with a friend who is treating her like absolute garbage. When should you fight for a friendship, and when should you torch that friendship and walk away from the explosion in slow-mo? Then, warm up that head-scratchin’ finger cuz the women discuss some Shower Thoughts. Put on your hair bracelets, buckle up your Lay-Z-Boy, and join the parade! Pl...
1hr 7m Dec 20, 2018
1hr 7m
S1 Ep147: Drive Away! Drive Away! Drive Away!
Kathleen’s husband suddenly forced her to become the Bonnie to his Clyde. Why? You’ll have to listen to find out! Plus, more of your goals for the holiday season and a trip to the grocery store that will have you on the edge of your perfect seat.  Please support the companies that support us!  Legacy Box - There’s never been a better time to digitally preserve your memories! For a limited time ...
1hr 4m Dec 12, 2018
1hr 4m
S1 Ep146: You’re Smart, But I’m Drunk
Note: There are some audio issues in this episode thanks to a haunted laptop, so we apologize in advance! We’re performing an exorcism as we speak So? Where’d ya get stuck? Not emotionally but, like, physically stuck? The ladies talk to #TasteBud Caitlin about that time she got stuck on a Ferris wheel during a lightning storm. We also learn that when you’re curled up in a baptismal font, pay at...
59m Dec 06, 2018
59m
S1 Ep145: How Have You Not Been Robbed Blind?!
How was your Thanksgiving? How will you slay the holidays? Can you lose a finger by ice skating? The women listen to your suggestions on how to survive - nay, thrive - this holiday season! We also get a revealing look into the dirtier side of Kathleen’s life and Bethany inadvertently proves that she’s the worst date ever. Grab your list of Millennial Sayings, my queen, and settle in for an enli...
1hr 1m Nov 28, 2018
1hr 1m
S1 Ep144: Poppins Bottles
Happy Thanksgiving! The ladies are offering up some weird news stories that you can use to change the subject at your family Thanksgiving when one of your relatives brings up politics or your questionable life choices! Plus, remember Gertrude from last week? The woman who needed help finding the good side of being single? You TasteBuds came through once again and we share your incredible advice...
50m Nov 21, 2018
50m
S1 Ep143: Reinvent Yourself Anyway!
Holy Halle Berry, you guys have some relationship drama! The ladies give their advice to two different listeners who both need some serious relationship support, and it’s a skip down Single Lane as they discuss all the reasons that being single is awesome! (Pictures of yourself all over your apartment? Ok!) Then, Bethany throws some cat shade toward her sister, Kathleen teaches the class a less...
43m Nov 14, 2018
43m
S1 Ep142: I Woke Up with a Full-Blown Crush on Bill Hader
You asked ‘em, we answered ‘em! It’s grab bag time where the ladies answer the questions you submitted! Your topics ranged from fears to dating apps to how to avoid Political Uncle Ernie this holiday season. Plus, some hot takes on seasonal depression! Mangia!  Please support the companies that support us!  Bombas Socks - Go to bombas.com/TASTE and enter the code TASTE to get 20% off your first...
1hr 1m Nov 08, 2018
1hr 1m
S1 Ep141: Amanda’s Floor Plan-Based Ghost Story
You asked for it! We’re back with a fresh new batch of scary stories! Grab a bucket of wine, throw on that Snuggie, and settle in for the creepiest ghost stories from your fellow TasteBuds, including one that made Bethany truly concerned... We’re having thoughts! (And remember to sage your wedges!) Please support the companies that support us! We love them and we know you will, too! Beachbody O...
53m Oct 31, 2018
53m
S1: And This is Where the Footprints Ended - REPLAY
To make sure you’re properly in the Halloween mood, we’ve collected our favorite scary stories from the past two years that you, our beloved TasteBuds, have sent us! Settle in for some scary fun and if anyone knocks on your door, don’t look out the peephole…..
35m Oct 24, 2018
35m
S1: The Floral Romper Dilemma - REPLAY
The podcast is off this week, but we're still here for you! We thought OG TasteBuds would enjoy remembering Bethany and Sam's first big "disagreement:" The Dirty Street Romper. And if you're a new TasteBud, here's a sample of what we sounded like before we got our amazing intro song from Staxx! Join us on this little walk down Memory Lane, where you may or may not find a dirty romper for your c...
25m Oct 17, 2018
25m
S1 Ep140: Eating a Watermelon Cow Without Blinking
Velcome to the spooooooky season! Bethany tells the women about the scariest haunted house in the US. (Just signing the waiver takes hours!) Sam shares a traumatic dinosaur memory, Kathleen realizes that one-third of her could have been a serial killer, and the group learns which one of them used to set fires in her bedroom growing up. Grab your stolen Game Gymnasium sign: it’s time for a well-...
1hr 5m Oct 10, 2018
1hr 5m
S1 Ep139: Uncle Kenny
It’s time for listener advice! Listener Ruthie is worried she just made a giant mistake and needs help figuring out her next step. Plus, insane mock job interview questions and Sam teaches the class how many “i’s” are in “Funfetti.” Oh, and the women give an update on the live Dollop! Please support the companies that support us!  FabFitFun: Sign up for FabFitFun today to get the Fall Editor’s ...
58m Oct 03, 2018
58m
S1 Ep138: Cooking: The Modern Day Sylvia Plath
It’s a mixed bag episode this week! Kathleen has thoughts on meat, Bethany’s mad at the walking baby tee Zak Bagans, and Sam? Well, we find out that Sam once burst into tears when she saw someone’s hand. Whose hand was it? Listen and find out! (That, TasteBuds, was a shameless tease. You’re better than that. We’re sorry. Here, have a platter of meat.) Please support the companies that support u...
1hr Sep 26, 2018
1hr
S1: An Emu Joyride - Bonus 10
As promised, the women wrote their own obituaries and share them with the class. (Don’t think about it too hard and you’ll be fine.) Also, it’s time to shake shake shake the stressies out. Plus, Kathleen is VERY angry about a certain soda’s movie theater commercial…..
33m Sep 25, 2018
33m
S1 Ep137: A Dollop...of Extreme Awkwardness
Bethany and Sam are going to see one of their favorite podcasts live and it’s causing some unforeseen anxiety… Plus, surprisingly awesome obituaries and what NOT to put in your Vitamix.  Please support our partners! We love them and we think you will, too! Care/Of: Visit TakeCareOf.com and enter the code TASTE to get 25% off your first month of personalized Care/Of vitamins! ModCloth: Go to Mod...
1hr 3m Sep 19, 2018
1hr 3m
S1 Ep135: The One Where We All Chugged Coffee First
Quick! Let’s run laps! Listener “Hillary” needs advice on a problem that ends up hitting closer to home than anyone originally realized. Sam is actively working on making friends as an adult (which sounds like a nightmare to Bethany and Kathleen) and she has tips for you! Plus, why did a spider rain from the ceiling and how can we host our own Lumberjack Seminar? GRAB YOUR COFFEE AND GET ON THI...
58m Sep 05, 2018
58m
S1 Ep134: That Whooshy Feeling
Are you “micro-cheating” in your relationship? Kathleen brings up this touchy topic and the women try to pull apart what constitutes actual cheating and what’s harmless fun!  Please support our sponsors! We love them and we think you will, too! TomBoyX: Visit TomBoyX.com/TASTE and check out their special bundles and pack pricing! Plus, use the code TASTE to get an extra 15% off!
41m Aug 29, 2018
41m
S1 Ep133: Bethany Saw My Puberty List
Bethany’s sister just sold her YA novel (yay!!!) which causes the women to discuss their most traumatizing young adult experiences. Take out your retainer and put on your zit cream because it’s going to get mortifying! Please consider supporting our sponsors! We love them! BioClarity.com Use the code ACQUIRED to get your first month for 50% off a routine plus free shipping! Grove.co/Taste Visit...
45m Aug 22, 2018
45m
S1 Ep132: Camel-Style
Sam is stepping out of the panicked fog of planning a surprise engagement and has some questions. Then, Listener Agatha had a drunken night with her BFF - and upcoming roommate - and is wondering what to do! Should the two still move in together? Should they tell Agatha’s ex? Should they outlaw pools from their hangout repertoire? And Bethany has your new favorite Wikipedia page!  Visit our spo...
1hr 1m Aug 15, 2018
1hr 1m
S1 Ep131: A Good Ol’ 1950s Hypnotism
Kathleen found an old hypnotism book in her Dad’s basement and now fancies herself a hypnotist. How well can she succeed in hypnotizing Bethany (and you)? Then, Kathleen has a LOT of feelings about emojis. Like, a lot of feelings. And why is Sam irritated with herself?
51m Aug 08, 2018
51m
S1: That Time You Made Out with Your Brother - Bonus 9
It’s time to follow up on some unfinished business! Bethany and Sam are still fighting over whether or not Bethany’s cousin is hot. Plus, we call Sam’s friend Dylan to see if his feelings were hurt when Sam forgot who he was during that bachelorette party. Spoiler Alert: Dylan has Hot Voice.
21m Aug 07, 2018
21m
S1 Ep130: Bachelorette Party Hijinks & Murder for the Whole Family
We have so many feelings! Kathleen, Sam and Bethany all brought in things they wanted to talk about so it’s a mixed bag episode! Grab your headlamp and buckle up, kids.
54m Aug 01, 2018
54m
S1 Ep129: My Dad Sweet-Talked the Monkey
How did Bethany’s mom learn what a Molotov cocktail was? Why did she grow up in a house filled with venomous snakes? And why is Bethany offering to hire a serial killer? Bethany’s mom and niece, Nunu, join the women for this very special episode! Plus, we debut a new segment, “SCIENCE CORNER!” Science!!
1hr Jul 25, 2018
1hr
S1 Ep128: On Sunday You Rest and Buy the Shoes
It’s time for some uninformed advice-giving! Heather needs help with her daughter (who’s proving to be quite the heart breaker!) and “Princess Charlotte” needs advice on how NOT to get so overwhelmed with grown-up life tasks. Plus, Mama Watson makes a special cameo, live from Wisconsin! Big day!
49m Jul 18, 2018
49m
S1 Ep127: You Have So Many Bigger Problems
Both Sam and Kathleen need life advice for very different reasons, while Bethany is just over here in the fetal position thanks to #science. Sorry in advance for Bethany’s mic sounding weird! Our engineer, Minerva Purr, is under the table now working on it!
45m Jul 11, 2018
45m
S1 Ep126: Does This Picture Match How I Feel?
Sam brings in her friend Paris, who recently took herself off Instagram for mental health reasons, and the women discuss the darker side of social media and how to cope!
44m Jul 04, 2018
44m
S1: Never Have I Ever (aka “I Learned So Much About My Book Club”) - Bonus 8
Hey, everyone! Grab your coworkers and let’s play the game that’s sure to make everyone super uncomfortable around each other tomorrow! Things don’t end so well for Bethany…...
20m Jul 02, 2018
20m