About this episode

In this episode, Kate and Jacqueline discuss various topics including health concerns, celebrity culture, and their experiences with food and public transport.

Frozen Poog is served. Mr. Novak has entered the group chat and fears of lyme disease resurface. Jacqueline explains the celebrity kook, while Kate takes the long walk home that heals. Naming the competitor and the Erewhon of New York. Playing the free thing off as a special treat... own up, folks. Kate won’t be shamed for eating fast and Jacqueline takes the new subway. The International postal system continues to delight. Remembering the Pinkberry lawsuit and two hours in line for chalky sprinkles and snake tongue.  Listen to this episode ad-free and watch Product Corner by becoming a Premium Hag .

People in this episode

Hosts: Kate Berlant, Jacqueline Novak

Topics covered

• celebrity culture
• health concerns
• food experiences
• public transport
• legal issues

Keywords

• lyme disease
• celebrity kook
• Erewhon
• Pinkberry lawsuit
• subway
• frozen poog
• chalky sprinkles

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Pinkberry

Places: New York

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