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**An Acquired Taste Podcast**

The podcast for curious weirdos! Bethany Watson and Kathleen Heaney are longtime friends and polar opposites. Every week they get together to chat about their lives, what’s weird in the world, and topics they’re curious about, and they invite you to join them!

Latest Episodes:

S7 Ep476: What Is Something Strange About Your Body That Makes You Proud? Mar 02, 2023

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Tiny wrinkles. Reoccuring blackheads. Bumpy Feet. Sassy Cab Drivers. Holding tables under your boobies. LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL!
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PATREON Dates in February:
Live Show: March 15th Lunch Time Show - 12:30 PM ET
Live Show: March 27th - 7:30 PM ET
Book Club: TBD
Sign up at www.patreon.com/acquiredtaste
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Please support the companies that support us!
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S7 Ep475: Hidden Knives Inside Their Bibles? Stranger Danger Is Real! Mar 02, 2023

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The ladies are worried about the lack of snow in NY and NJ this year. What's happening? Is this why Bethany is in a constant fog? Is this why Kathleen is getting progressively worse at driving directions? Do we need to jump out of this cab?! Why does the world feel like one big scam? HELP! Send sustenance.
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PATREON Dates in February:
Live Show: March 15th Lunch Time Show - 12:30 PM ET
Live Show: March 27th - 7:30 PM ET
Book Club: TBD
Sign up at www.patreon.com/acquiredtaste
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S7 Ep474: Karma Is A Leaky Ceiling Feb 22, 2023

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Did you think Kathleen’s drama with her upstairs neighbors was over? You were WRONG! She was late to recording this episode thanks to them, the big jerks. Find out why. Then, brainstorming Adorable Saw Traps and a surprising discussion about author Maeve Binchy and her face.
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S7 Ep473: Big Announcement About Acquired Taste Podcast! Feb 17, 2023

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Big changes are coming!

S6 Ep472: Could These Household Items Save Your Life? (Yes, they could.) Feb 16, 2023

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In the unofficial Part 2 of this unintended series, Bethany brings you household items that could very well save your life. (Make sure you’re stocked up on tampons, everyone!)
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What We Talked About:
Household Items Trying to Kill You: 12:01
PATREON Dates in February:
Live Show: Feb. 27th @ 7:30pm EST
Sign up at www.patreon.com/acquiredtaste
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BETHANY’S SOURCES:
https://www.bobvila.com/slideshow/15-household-items-that-could-save-your-life-51338
https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/exploration-survival/eight-household-items-could-save-your-life/

S6 Ep470: Are These Household Items Trying to Kill You? (Yes, they are.) Feb 09, 2023

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Stop! Back away from your wall! And a few of those plants! And also your laundry corner! Kathleen is coming in hard and fast with many of the 50 total household items that could kill you, and none of them involve Alexa telling your oven to turn the heat up before locking your front door.
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What We Talked About:
Household Items Trying to Kill You:
PATREON Dates in February:
Live Show: Feb. 27th @ 7:30pm EST
Sign up at www.patreon.com/acquiredtaste
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Check out our merch!: https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast
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Please support the companies that support us!
Magic Mind – Go to magicmind.co/taste to join a community of go-getters! Or, use our code TASTE20 to get up to 56% off your first subscription or 20% off your first one time purchase. The 56% off code only lasts 10 days, so hurry up!
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KATHLEEN'S SOURCES:

https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/things-in-your-house-that-can-kill-you/

S6 Ep468: The Crazy World of Doppelgängers: Why Does a Stranger Have My Face? Feb 02, 2023

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(NOTE: We recorded this episode before news spread about the “Doppelgänger murder,” but there’s a link to the story in our show notes below.) Have you ever been told you have a doppelgänger? Have you seen them? It’s wild to find out that someone completely unrelated to you has your face. But do they really? Bethany breaks down the science behind why two total genetic strangers sometimes look so much alike. Plus, seeing one’s doppelgänger is said to portend bad luck, so Bebe shares some spooky doppelgänger stories as well. Plus, Kathleen gets honest about an important moment she had while on vacation.
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What We Talked About:
The Science Behind Doppelgangers: 13:13
The Creepy Side of Doppelgangers: 29:27
PATREON Dates in February:
Live Show: Feb. 8th @ 7:30pm EST
Book Buds: Feb. 22nd @ 7:30pm EST
Live Show: Feb. 27th @ 7:30pm EST
Sign up at www.patreon.com/acquiredtaste
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Check out our merch!: https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast
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Please support the companies that support us!
Rothy’s - For stylish and comfortable shoes, shop Rothy’s. Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/TASTE
Magic Mind – Go to magicmind.co/taste to join a community of go-getters! Or, use our code TASTE20 to get up to 56% off your first subscription or 20% off your first one time purchase. The 56% off code only lasts 10 days, so hurry up!
BETHANY’S SOURCES:

The Doppelgänger Killer: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2023/01/31/germany-doppelganger-murder-ingolstadt/

Bethany’s doppelganger (NJ Transit Ad): https://www.njtransit.com/security

Ginger-bearded doppelgangers: https://twitter.com/leebeattie/status/660005167337730048

7NEWS Spotlight: Seeing double: spitting-image strangers discover science behind doppelgängers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBw2VFsRXao

Be Smart: Does Someone Else Have Your Face? Doppelgängers Explained https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4AQm22YQfYU

Twinstrangers.net

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doppelgänger

https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/EvilDoppelganger

https://listverse.com/2013/08/30/10-disturbing-tales-of-doppelgangers/

https://www.ranker.com/list/scary-doppelganger-stories/nathan-gibson

S6 Ep467: How To Get Revenge Against Your Noisy Neighbors (My Petty Journey) Jan 26, 2023

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Oh man, Kathleen’s neighbors are the WORST. They’re making so much noise that her walls are literally making cracking noises. As a result, “Kathleen H. from Hoboken” is fired up and writing some pretty excellent strongly-worded emails. Plus, you’ll never guess how she upped the ante! Plus, what’s inside a Baby Feels So Real that makes it feel so real? Spoiler alert: You’re going to hate it.
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What We Talked About:
Petty Neighbor Retaliation:
“Heck” Short Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HVQzEzW4faA
Baby Feels-So-Real gross insides: http://cirafly24.blogspot.com/2009/04/baby-feels-so-real-autopsy.html
PATREON Dates in January:
Book Club: Jan. 29th @ 7:30pm EST
Live Show: Jan. 30th @ 12:30pm EST
Sign up at www.patreon.com/acquiredtaste
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Check out our merch!: https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast
———
Please support the companies that support us!
NextEvo Naturals - Make CBD a part of reaching your full potential with NextEvo Naturals. Go to NextEvo.com/podcastand use promo code TASTE to get 20% off your first order of $40 or more!

S6 Ep466: Celebrities Who Use Fake Voices Jan 19, 2023

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Actors are always changing their voices for different roles. But what about celebrities who used fake voices in their daily lives and fooled us all? This week, Bethany is talking about four famous people who masked their real voices for various reasons – and with varying levels of believability. Then, Kathleen is sharing what pants we should and shouldn’t be wearing this year, including a very polarizing style! (Would you wear them??) Plus, Bethany’s new attempt at meditating and how you can fit it into your schedule! Maybe?
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What We Talked About:

Celebrities Who Use Fake Voices: 15:40
Pants Trends for 2023: https://www.insider.com/pants-trends-whats-popular-and-whats-going-out-next-year-2022
Trying to Meditate

PATREON Dates in January:
Live Show: Jan. 24th @ 7pm EST
Live Show: Jan. 30th @ 12:30pm EST
Sign up at www.patreon.com/acquiredtaste
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Bethany’s Sources:
https://www.tmz.com/watch/0-c2pazc8z/
https://www.buzzfeed.com/terrycarter/paris-hilton-revealed-real-voice-this-is-paris-documentary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0r0QeBdnMPw
the detail: Michael Jackson’s ‘Deep Voice’ REVEALED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-T0cAyLsW0
https://www.businessinsider.com/theranos-founder-ceo-elizabeth-holmes-life-story-bio-2018-4
Scandalcast: Elizabeth Holmes real voice vs. fake voice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymXePUOTnOs&t=13s
Dope As Usual Podcast: DDG reveals his real voice goes viral https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5ngGxzulFM
https://www.elle.com/culture/movies-tv/a39315414/amanda-seyfried-elizabeth-holmes-voice-the-dropout-interview/
https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/culture/culture-news/a39538780/elizabeth-holmes-deep-voice-power-move/
https://www.complex.com/music/ddg-real-voice-viral
PontiacMadeDDG VLOGS: THE TRUTH ABOUT DDG REAL VOICE… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jULGRFxEYM&t=1487s
THE TRUTH ABOUT MY REAL VOICE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuQGbUJ5i5c&t=2s

Kathleen's Sources:
https://www.insider.com/fashion-trends-that-will-be-popular-next-year-in-2023

S6 Ep464: The Best Smart Kitchen Appliances of 2023 (So Far) Jan 12, 2023

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Kathleen is thrilled about all of the new smart kitchen gadgets unveiled at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show, despite Bethany’s concern that they’ll conspire to trap you in your house. How much would you pay for a compost bin that works in 4 hours? What about a stove without a handle? Or a machine that makes your cocktails for you? Plus, the show debuts its new segment: Pop Culture Coffee Break!
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What We Talked About:
Smart Kitchens: 17:25 + 37:33
PATREON Dates in January:
Live Show: Jan. 24th @ 7pm EST
Live Show: Jan. 30th @ 12:30pm EST
Book Club: Jan. 29th, 2022 @ 7:30 PM
Sign up at www.patreon.com/acquiredtaste
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Check out our merch!: https://store.dftba.com/collections/an-acquired-taste-podcast
———
Please support the companies that support us!
Vegamour – Go to vegamour.com/taste and use the code “taste” to save 20% on your first order!
Earth Breeze – Now’s the time to try Earth Breeze because right now, Acquired Taste listeners can subscribe and save 40%! Go to EarthBreeze.com/taste to get started!
Kathleen’s Sources:
https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-smart-kitchen-appliances
https://www.housebeautiful.com/shopping/home-gadgets/g22826031/smart-kitchen-appliances/
https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/g40899733/smart-kitchen-appliances/
https://news.samsung.com/global/samsung-unveils-new-bespoke-lineup-for-connected-and-customized-kitchen-experiences-at-ces-2023
https://reviewed.usatoday.com/home-outdoors/features/samsung-large-appliance-innovations-ces

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An Acquired Taste Podcast

The podcast for curious weirdos! Bethany Watson and Kathleen Heaney are longtime friends and polar opposites. Every week they get together to chat about their lives, what’s weird in the world, and topics they’re curious about, and they invite you to join them!

https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/things-in-your-house-that-can-kill-you/

The Doppelgänger Killer: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2023/01/31/germany-doppelganger-murder-ingolstadt/

Bethany’s doppelganger (NJ Transit Ad): https://www.njtransit.com/security

Ginger-bearded doppelgangers: https://twitter.com/leebeattie/status/660005167337730048

7NEWS Spotlight: Seeing double: spitting-image strangers discover science behind doppelgängers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBw2VFsRXao

Be Smart: Does Someone Else Have Your Face? Doppelgängers Explained https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4AQm22YQfYU

Twinstrangers.net

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doppelgänger

https://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/EvilDoppelganger

https://listverse.com/2013/08/30/10-disturbing-tales-of-doppelgangers/

https://www.ranker.com/list/scary-doppelganger-stories/nathan-gibson

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