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Brady takes us through a topic that lists foods that U.S. residents find to be tasty while our friends across the pond feel are disgusting. We end the show with a game of "Say It"Like and subscribe on YouTube and Rumble at our channels: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X by searching Play It By Ear Podcast.#earbudsunite!

Episode 197 is the beginning of a bracket-style competition to determine the “worst chore,” where the hosts debate and seed 16 common chores based on their onerousness and unpleasantness. The discussion covers chores like cleaning gutters, setting the dinner table, raking leaves, handwashing dishes, shoveling snow, mowing the lawn, cleaning the grill, pulling weeds, cleaning the shower, dusting, and more. Throughout, the hosts share their individual experiences, grievances, and humorous takes on these chores, with occasional side discussions about family memories, vintage household equipment, and quirky cultural references such as nursery rhymes and old-fashioned customs like darning socks or using corn cobs in outhouses. Highlights[55:00] 🧹 The “worst chore” bracket begins, with cleaning gutters seeded as the number one worst chore.[01:00:30] 🚽 Debate between cleaning toilets and changing closets reveals different perceptions of chore difficulty.[01:13:00] 💩 Christmas decorations vs. picking up dog poop sparks a surprising debate on which is worse.[01:27:00] 🍂 Raking leaves vs. handwashing dishes leads to a heated discussion about the usefulness and annoyance of each.[01:42:00] ❄️ Shoveling snow vs. mowing the lawn highlights the physical toll and safety concerns of snow removal.[02:06:00] 🌿 Pulling weeds vs. folding laundry—pulling weeds wins as a far more dreaded task.[02:22:00] 🎶 Nostalgic debate over the lyrics of “I Went to the Animal Fair” closes the show with humor and camaraderie.Like and subscribe on YouTube and Rumble at our channels: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X by searching Play It By Ear Podcast.#earbudsunite!

Episode 195 begins with a discussion of the Live at 5! event which then shifts to a fun and nostalgic taste test comparing Oreo cookies with off-brand knockoffs, both plain and in truffle form. They admit to fumbling the truffle test, humorously describing the off-brand’s unpleasant taste. This leads to an extended and playful detour into the world of "grandma’s purse candy," nostalgic hard candies, and the quirky experiences of candy in purses — including the curious term “sucking candy” and the odd textures and flavors of various candies like Good and Plenty and branches nougats.The hosts continue with a spirited debate about licorice versus Twizzlers and Red Vines, exploring the nuances of candy types, brand rivalries, and personal preferences, alongside humorous commentary about candy nostalgia and childhood memories. They also touch on the cultural and historical context behind some candy choices and flavors.Brady then presents a topic involving “21 tweets/ideas that are both terrible and brilliant,” ranging from parking ticket tricks to social antics like faking a proposal to get free drinks. The hosts analyze each idea with humor and skepticism, debating the legality and morality of some while celebrating the cleverness of others. The episode concludes with a new interactive game called the “Heart and Brain Quiz Game with Yeti,” where hosts guess each other's answers to quirky hypothetical questions, adding a layer of fun and personal insight. The game showcases their personalities, preferences, and humor, with the yeti character providing absurd and comedic options. The hosts also reflect on neighborhood dynamics, skincare regimens, and personal quirks, sharing relatable stories and philosophies.### Highlights - [00:05:00] 🎤 Historian’s wrestling-style promo and deep knowledge enrich the live event. - [00:12:00] 🍪 Oreo taste test reveals surprising difficulty distinguishing real vs. off-brand in truffles. - [00:14:00] 🍬 Nostalgic and humorous discussion on “grandma’s purse candy” and sucking candies. - [00:27:00] 🍭 Debate over licorice, Twizzlers, and Red Vines uncovers candy brand rivalries and preferences. - [01:02:00] 💡 “21 terrible and brilliant ideas” spark lively debate on cleverness vs. legality. - [01:35:00] 🎲 Introduction of the “Heart and Brain Quiz Game with Yeti,” blending humor and personality insights. - [02:12:00] 🏡 Thoughtful reflections on changing neighborhood relationships and generational differences. Like and subscribe on YouTube and Rumble at our channels: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X by searching Play It By Ear Podcast.#earbudsunite!

Episode 192 begins with light-hearted banter about Wendy’s new Frosty flavors and quickly transitions to nostalgic and detailed discussions of pop culture topics, especially the TV show The Dukes of Hazzard. The hosts analyze character relationships and casting changes, drawing connections to other shows like Sons of Anarchy and The Walking Dead, highlighting actor crossovers. They also dive into current TV series recommendations such as Animal Kingdom and The Waterfront, discussing the appeal of gritty, morally ambiguous characters.The episode then shifts to the final segment featuring a bracket competition for the best road trip snacks, debating between Doritos, Coke, chicken sandwiches, and M&M’s. This leads to a humorous debate on snack etiquette, hidden food in the household, and quirky snack preferences.Brady leads the main segment that explores American customs that might be considered rude or unusual in other countries, including cultural differences in cab etiquette, gestures like the thumbs-up, punctuality, hand usage, eating habits, gift-opening, and sauna etiquette. The hosts share personal anecdotes and cultural observations, touching on topics such as how Americans’ casual habits contrast with stricter traditions elsewhere, and the complexities of social cues like hugging and personal space. They discuss the impact of cultural differences on everyday behaviors like eating while walking, using the left hand, and public appearance.The episode concludes with Aric leading a music trivia game where the hosts guess band names from synonym clues, adding an engaging and playful note to the lengthy discussion. Throughout, the conversation is marked by humor, camaraderie, and a willingness to explore diverse topics with both depth and levity.Highlights[02:47] 🍦 Hosts enthusiastically review and recommend new Wendy’s Frosty flavors, including the caramel crunch and brownie batter swirl.[06:00] 📺 Deep dive into The Dukes of Hazzard’s complex family relationships and casting changes, with connections to Sons of Anarchy.[14:00] 📺 Recommendations for TV shows Animal Kingdom and The Waterfront, highlighting their gritty characters and storytelling style.[20:00] 🥤 Snack bracket showdown between Doritos, Coke, chicken sandwiches, and M&M’s, with M&M’s crowned the favorite road trip snack.[47:41] 🌍 Exploration of cultural differences in etiquette, such as cab seating customs in various countries versus the U.S.[54:16] 👍 Discussion of how the thumbs-up gesture can be offensive in several countries, contrasting with its positive meaning in the U.S.[01:04:54] ⏰ Contrasting views on punctuality: Americans’ “fashionably late” versus strict punctuality in countries like Germany and relaxed timing in Latin America.[01:17:29] ✋ Cultural taboos regarding the use of the left hand for eating or greeting in many countries, with historical and sanitary reflections.[01:38:28] 🍽️ Debate on restaurant etiquette involving bringing outside food, including humorous anecdotes about bringing personal tortilla shells.[01:49:51] 🚌 Social behaviors around eating on the go, with Japanese culture’s disapproval of eating while walking or in public transit.[01:52:06] 🤗 Contrasting American friendliness and physical touch with more reserved customs in Asian and Middle Eastern cultures.[02:13:49] 🎸 Fun music trivia game guessing band names from synonym clues, providing an entertaining wrap-up to the episode.Like and subscribe on YouTube and Rumble at our channels: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X by searching Play It By Ear Podcast.#earbudsunite!

Todd finishes his Road Trip Snack Bracket. Brady has a topic that gives the Top 10 most underwhelming tourist destinations.Like and subscribe on YouTube and Rumble at our channels: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter by searching Play It By Ear Podcast.#earbudsinite!

Todd has a topic that is one of our faves...Am I the A$$h*leBrady has a topic that goes through some unforced marketing errors that were made by companies that caused embarrassment.

Todd takes us through a list of words that most people find uncomfortable or cringeworthy (a word that probably should be on this list)Like and subscribe on YouTube and Rumble at our channels: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter by searching Play It By Ear Podcast.#earbudsinite!

The Play It By Ear Podcast is back with another episode of etiquette talk. In Episode 184, Aric, Brady, and Todd are discussing the 50 Unspoken Social Rules of Etiquette and how many of them they actually follow. They also talk about some of their own personal pet peeves when it comes to etiquette, like people who don't say thank you or hold the door open for others. Plus, they share some funny stories about their own experiences with bad etiquette.Like and subscribe on YouTube and Rumble at our channels: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter by searching Play It By Ear Podcast.#earbudsinite!

It a PIBE Marathon as our hosts start into a soup bracket. The game of the night is Hot Takes!Like and subscribe on Rumble at our channel: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter by searching Play It By Ear Podcast.#earbudsinite!

In this episode we continue with our cake vs pie bracket. Brady and Todd also attempt to play a game called "What If?"

Brady begins our episode by discussing a topic on odd world festivals. Aric emcees the game of the night...Misery Index. Like and subscribe on YouTube at our channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDigg3znV7z_u5btIdJdt9A Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter by searching Play It By Ear Podcast. #earbudsunite!

Todd leads through the wormhole of “The Mandela Effect”, Aric hosts the game “Confident?” Visit our website at www.playitbyearpodcast.com. To support our podcast by becoming a member visit playitbyearpodcast.com/support. To purchase a t-shirt visit playitbyearpodcast.com/store #earbudsunite