Amateur Intellectuals

Overthrowing parents to seize power. Infinite torture as petty revenge. Sex with a bull. (Shudder-gags) On this episode, Caitlin introduces us to some Greek mythology, because who doesn't love some timeless drama? Grab a drink and get comfy because it's story time. Drink of the Episode: Ambrosia • 1 oz Cognac • 1 oz Calvados or apple brandy • ¼ oz lemon juice • ¼ oz Cointreau (kaan-trow) • Brut champagne, chilled • And Ice cubes Add ice cubes in a mixer and pour cognac, calvados or apple brandy, lemon juice and Cointreau. Cover and shake. Open the cap and strain in a serving glass, usually a flute. Pour champagne until glass is filled. More Resources: https://cocktails.foodviva.com/champagne-recipes/ambrosia-drink/ https://www.history.com/topics/ancient-history/greek-mythology https://www.worldhistory.org/Prometheus/ http://www.thewestologist.com/words-and-phrases/the-origin-of-clues https://topyaps.com/top-10-interesting-facts-revolving-around-greek-mythology/ https://owlcation.com/humanities/Did-Christianity-evolve-from-Greek-religion

Cowboy, take me away because I'm not ready to make nice. I need wide open spaces and I'm ready, ready, ready, ready to run. No, that's not just Kendall's mantra, it's some wise words from a trio of trendsetters, pioneers and button-pushers, The Chicks (formerly known as the Dixie Chicks). Kendall schools us on who they always were as a band and group icon, how they're adapting to a changing world and why we should adore them now more than ever. Grab a drink and let's go! Drink of the Episode: Twisted Tea INGREDIENTS: Just a Twisted Tea (Hard Iced Tea brand). Maybe add an ounce of peach schnapps if you want to make it a Twisted Peach Tea. More Resources: https://www.texasmonthly.com/arts-entertainment/chicks-in-the-wilderness/ (https://www.texasmonthly.com/arts-entertainment/chicks-in-the-wilderness/) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Chicks (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Chicks) https://www.npr.org/2020/07/16/891812481/the-chicks-after-the-fire (https://www.npr.org/2020/07/16/891812481/the-chicks-after-the-fire)

X-box, Playstation, Oculus or Switch... the video game industry is making serious bank, so let's learn a little about how it got there and where it's headed. Caitlin is First Player on this video games episode. Don't worry though... she set it on easy mode. Drink of the Episode: Sonic the Hedgehog This one's a shot and it's easy to make. It's… 1 part Grenadine 2 parts Mentholmint schnapps 4 parts blue curacao. Directions: It's supposed to be a layered shot, so get a tall shot glass. Pour the Grenadine first, gently add the schnapps and top it with the Blue Curacao. It'll look like Sonic's red shoes, his legs and then his blue body on top. More Resources: https://thecocktailnovice.com/geek-cocktails/ https://www.history.com/topics/inventions/history-of-video-games https://learn.stash.com/defining-moments-in-video-game-history-a-timeline https://www.idtech.com/blog/fun-video-games-facts-to-sound-like-expert#:~:text=Playing%20action%20video%20games%20trains,tasks%2027%25%20faster%20than%20peers.

Do you know what a solar storm is? Did you know we had some last week? Well... Kendall took a deep dive for us, navigating around some very big science-y words so we can better understand how and why the sun seems to be trying to kill us. Drink of the Episode: Classic Texas Tea Ingredients: Sour Mix (1 ounce lemon juice, 1/2 ounce Simple Syrup) 1/2 ounce vodka 1/4 ounce gin 1/4 ounce rum 1/2 ounce tequila 1/2 ounce whiskey 1/2 ounce triple sec Splash cola Pour it all together in a big glass and pray that your liver handles it. More Resources: https://helioviewer.org/ https://phys.org/news/2021-05-solar-storms-threatening-life-earth.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_storm https://www.nasa.gov/press-release/solar-cycle-25-is-here-nasa-noaa-scientists-explain-what-that-means https://english.newsnationtv.com/amp/science/news/this-is-what-would-happen-if-massive-solar-storm-hit-the-earth-212701.html

Want to know the template for basically every story ever told? Here we go... "Once upon a time there was [blank]. Every day, [blank]. One day [blank]. Because of that, [blank]. Until finally [bank]." Let's try it on... Once upon a time there was a guy named John McClane. Every day, he tries to be a good guy to his family even though he and his wife are on the outs at the moment. One day, he visits his wife at a holiday work party and a group of terrorists show up. Because of that, he has to go full Bruce-Willis-murder mode, tape a gun to his back and walk barefoot on glass. Until finally, he kills all the terrorists and saves the day. Huh. On this episode, Caitlin explains the art of storytelling and the rules the big guys follow when creating interesting stories. Whether you write, read or watch Netflix, you'll leave this episode with some knowledge that will help enrich the experience. Drink of the Episode: The Tall Tale Ingredients • 2 oz Tequila • 1 oz Lemon Juice • 1/2 oz Agave Nectar • 2 Cucumber Wheels • 2 Blackberries • 2 oz Ginger Beer Muddle cucumber and blackberries in a mixing glass. Add tequila, lemon juice, agave nectar and ice. Shake and strain into a tall glass with ice. Top with ginger beer and stir. Garnish with cucumber wheel. More Resources: http://www.drinkoftheweek.com/drink_recipes/tall-tale/#axzz6vPmEOb2l https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hero%27s_journey#:~:text=In%20narratology%20and%20comparative%20mythology,comes%20home%20changed%20or%20transformed. https://www.masterclass.com/articles/writing-101-what-is-the-heros-journey#what-is-the-heros-journey https://www.masterclass.com/articles/writing-101-what-is-the-heros-journey#the-heros-journey-in-literature-two-case-studies https://medium.com/@Brian_G_Peters/6-rules-of-great-storytelling-as-told-by-pixar-fcc6ae225f50 https://knowyourarchetypes.com/harry-potter-archetypes/

"Villain, I have done thy mother." We get it. No one gets Shakespeare. It's hard to understand... But he's got some good stories to tell. Let's break down what it all means so you can brag about it later... We're so helpful. Drink of the Episode: Taming of the Shrewdriver Ingredients: • 50ml of vodka, which is a bit over 1 and a half ounces • Topped up with orange juice More Resources: https://www.shakespeare.org.uk/explore-shakespeare/shakespedia/william-shakespeare/william-shakespeare-biography/ https://www.buzzfeed.com/rsc/9-shakespearean-cocktails-to-try-on-world-cocktail-m8dw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgs43ZyFGq0 https://www.nosweatshakespeare.com/resources/shakespeare-insults/ https://thoughtcatalog.com/christopher-hudspeth/2014/02/17-shakespearean-insults-we-should-start-using-again/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/to-be-or-not-to-be-shakespeare-127247606/ https://www.vox.com/2016/4/22/11480192/shakepeare-400-anti-stratfordian-authorship-controversy

"I will drop you like a bad habit!" Wait... but... habits are not that easy to drop, right? Hmm... while you go ahead and think of some better shade to throw, we'll be over here learning a thing or two about habits. On this episode, Kendall explains habits - good and bad - and breaks down the best ways to pick them up or drop them, respectively. Make a good habit and have a listen! Drink of the Episode: The Healthy Habit INGREDIENTS 2 ounces gin, such as Plymouth ½ ounce beet juice ½ ounce lime juice ½ ounce lavender-infused simple syrup (recipe follows) 1 teaspoon cayenne 1 egg white 1 ounce kombucha DIRECTIONS Add all ingredients except kombucha to a cocktail shaker with no ice. Shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds (this is called a dry shake). Add ice to your cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for another 10 to 15 seconds (you guessed it: this is a wet shake). Add kombucha and stir. Strain into a coupe and serve up. More Resources: https://www.npr.org/2012/03/05/147192599/habits-how-they-form-and-how-to-break-them https://vinepair.com/cocktail-recipe/the-healthy-habit-recipe/

It's coming for all of us no matter what so let's at least have a drink and learn about it because perhaps - with a bit of knowledge - that Grim Reaper won't seem so scary. Caitlin gives a broad overview of death; some things to expect physically, emotionally and culturally. We promise you'll feel better about death after you've listened than you currently do. Cross our hearts and hope to die. Drink of the Episode: Gateway to heaven Ingredients: • 1 oz pineapple rum • ½ oz peach schnapps • 1 oz sweet and sour mix • 1 and ½ ox Hypnotiq • 1 oz island punch pucker • Lemon lime soda • Rim: blue sugar Directions: • Rim the edge of your glass with blue sugar. Set aside. • In a shaking glass with ice, combine pineapple rum, hpnotiq, peach schnapps, island punch pucker, and sweet & sour mix. Shake well. • Strain mix into rimmed glass over ice and top with lemon lime soda. • Garnish with an orange slice and a cherry. More Resources: https://tipsybartender.com/recipe/gateway-to-heaven/ https://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/life-and-relationships/what-happens-as-we-die-20190809-p52fjy.html https://www.verywellmind.com/thanatophobia-2671879 https://blog.funeralone.com/grow-your-business/unique-services/death-facts/

Fade up from black... a monkey can play a complicated game with only its mind. We've got the start of a sci-fi movie... Fade back to black. Kendall keeps us up-to-date on Neuralink, an Elon Musk company with the intention of competing with artificial intelligence... because that's going to definitely become a threat?! WHAT?! Let's chat. Drink of the Episode: The Brain Cocktail Ingredients: 1-1/2 oz. peach schnapps 1-1/2 oz. Baileys Irish cream Dash of grenadine Directions: Pour peach schnapps into a glass. Slowly add the Baileys Irish cream. Top with a dash of grenadine. More Resources: https://www.cookingchanneltv.com/recipes/the-brain-cocktail-1961671 https://www.cnn.com/videos/business/2021/04/09/elon-musk-neuralink-monkey-lon-orig.cnn https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neuralink https://neuralink.com/ https://youtu.be/_xqSOTHnGV0

A podcast episode that will live in infamy. Caitlin talks an overview of World War II. Why it happened and what we should learn from it. Grab your Dunkirk Toddy and tune in! Drink of the Episode: Dunkirk Toddy 1 oz. Benedictine Dom 1 oz. French cognac 1 dash Angostura bitters 4 cloves 1 lemon peel 1 oz. fresh lemon juice 1/2 oz. honey Top with hot water Garnish: one cinnamon stick Glassware: 8 oz. Bormioli Rocco Oslo Coffee Cup Directions: Fix the cloves into the wedge of lemon and put into a glass mug. Add all the other ingredients and top with hot water. Stir gently and serve. More Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assassination_of_Archduke_Franz_Ferdinand#:~:text=The%20political%20objective%20of%20the,became%20known%20as%20Young%20Bosnia. https://www.nationalww2museum.org/war/articles/how-did-hitler-happen#:~:text=Adolf%20Hitler%20was%20appointed%20chancellor,rally%20in%20Nuremburg%20in%201928. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_War_II#:~:text=World%20War%20II%20or%20the,the%20Allies%20and%20the%20Axis. https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/japanese-american-relocation https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potsdam_Declaration https://encyclopedia.ushmm.org/content/en/article/death-marches https://www.britannica.com/topic/Potsdam-Declaration https://encyclopedia.ushmm.org/content/en/article/the-holocaust-and-world-war-ii-key-dates https://www.history.com/news/hiroshima-nagasaki-second-atomic-bomb-japan-surrender-wwii https://www.businessinsider.com/21-rare-and-weird-facts-about-world-war-2-2015-8 https://momstart.com/celebrate-the-oscars-dunkirk-cocktail/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_Ships_of_Dunkirk

Picture this: It's weeks after the attack on Pearl Harbor and Californians are nervous AF about a war erupting in their backyard. Add a little extra-terrestrial spice and you've got yourself a podcast episode! Kendall fills us in on the events we should've learned in history class, but didn't. Buckle up. Drink of the episode: The Flying Saucer ⅔ part bourbon ⅔ part cognac ⅔ part flavored brandy Shake with ice More Resources: https://www.absolutdrinks.com/en/drinks/flying-saucer/ https://www.history.com/news/roswell-ufo-aliens-what-happened https://www.latimes.com/visuals/framework/la-me-fw-archives-1942-battle-la-20170221-story.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bombardment_of_Ellwood https://www.history.com/news/world-war-iis-bizarre-battle-of-los-angeles

Tap. Type. Scroll-y, scroll-y. Click. You just spent $1,000! Caitlin explains the online retailer Amazon: the history, the visionary moves it made on the way up and how it's changed the way we shop (i.e. ruined every other store for us). Drink of the Episode: The Kitchen Sink (because, like Amazon, it has everything but the kitchen sink. Although Amazon probably sells kitchen sinks too - who are we kidding??) 1/4 oz of Gin 1/4 oz of Light Rum 1/4 oz of Vodka 1/4 oz of Triple Sec 1/4 oz of melon liqueur 1/4 oz of blue curacao liqueur 1 splash of Lemon-Lime Soda 1 splash of sweet and sour mix 1/4 oz of dekuyper sour apple pucker schnapps In a collins glass, over ice, combine all liquors then fill glass with sweet and sour mix. Top with Lemon-lime Soda, stir. Garnish with lemon wedge. More Resources: https://www.cocktailbuilder.com/recipe/kitchen-sink https://www.britannica.com/topic/Amazoncom https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Amazon https://www.vox.com/identities/2019/1/10/18176048/jeff-bezos-ami-extortion-medium-photos-divorce https://www.businessinsider.com/amazon-jeff-bezos-facts-brand-history-name-2019-3

ATTENTION CLASS! Today, we are discussing the novels we were assigned in high school so we hope you did your homework! Caitlin cracks the spine of some of the most common pieces of literature that filled our lockers and occasionally our brains. Drink of the Episode: Catcher in the Rye: 1 1/2 oz Rye (Sazerac 6 Year) 1 oz Amontillado Sherry (Lustau Dry) 1/2 oz Torani Amer 1/4 oz Grand Marnier 1 dash Abbott's Bitters (*) Stir with ice and strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with an orange twist. More Resources: https://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/high-school-reading (https://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/high-school-reading) http://cocktailvirgin.blogspot.com/2011/12/catcher-in-rye.html (http://cocktailvirgin.blogspot.com/2011/12/catcher-in-rye.html) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/To_Kill_a_Mockingbird (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/To_Kill_a_Mockingbird) https://www.enotes.com/homework-help/in-romeo-and-juliet-juliet-is-13-but-how-old-is-51141 (https://www.enotes.com/homework-help/in-romeo-and-juliet-juliet-is-13-but-how-old-is-51141) https://movies.stackexchange.com/questions/79398/why-did-the-boys-kill-piggy#:~:text=Because%20he's%20the%20voice%20of,have%20of%20starting%20a%20fire (https://movies.stackexchange.com/questions/79398/why-did-the-boys-kill-piggy#:~:text=Because%20he's%20the%20voice%20of,have%20of%20starting%20a%20fire). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Catcher_in_the_Rye

*Turns on flashlight under face* ... Have you heard of the Blair Witch? We know a guy who knows a guy who had a firsthand encounter, so...  On this episode, Kendall explains how the creators of this famous franchise took unprecedented (legendary!) steps to get the creepies moving well before the movie came out. That, along with some visionary movie-making decisions, turned this low budget film into an all-time classic. Even if you don't like horror movies, this one's on the list to watch because it changed the way scary movies are made. SPOILERS ahead so if you haven't gotten around to watching it in the last 22 years since it came out, go ahead and watch it before joining us! Drink of the Episode: The Black Eyed Stickman Produce 1 Orange peel and luxardo cherry Condiments 3/4 oz Lemon juice 1/4 oz Simple syrup Beer, Wine & Liquor 1 dash Aromatic bitters 1 1/4 oz Bourbon 1 1/4 oz Vodka Other 0.50 oz St. Germain More Resources: http://2geekswhoeat.com/black-eyed-stickman-recipe/ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0185937/ https://www.nytimes.com/2019/07/30/movies/blair-witch-project-1999.html

Hear that Peter Pan crocodile? Today we're talkin' TikTok. Caitlin dives down deep for us (she would anyway) to explain what TikTok is and why it's so addictive, particularly in a Peter-PanDemic. Drink of the Episode: (A TikTok find! Thank you @SpritzandSpice) Love Potion No. 9 Ingredients: 1 oz peach vodka ½ oz triple sec a squeeze of lemon juice Add ice and shake Add ½ tsp of luster dust Top with sparkling wine and you've got this luminous, beautiful drink. More Resources: https://makemeacocktail.com/blog/the-best-tik-tok-accounts-for-cocktail-enthusiasts/ (https://makemeacocktail.com/blog/the-best-tik-tok-accounts-for-cocktail-enthusiasts/) https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMe8aHJMG/ (https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMe8aHJMG/) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYMmHIOD7wA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYMmHIOD7wA) https://www.big3.sg/blog/a-brief-history-of-tiktok-and-its-rise-to-popularity (https://www.big3.sg/blog/a-brief-history-of-tiktok-and-its-rise-to-popularity) https://www.cnbc.com/2020/08/24/tiktok-reveals-us-global-user-growth-numbers-for-first-time.html (https://www.cnbc.com/2020/08/24/tiktok-reveals-us-global-user-growth-numbers-for-first-time.html) https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/biden-backs-off-on-tiktok-ban-in-review-of-trump-china-moves (https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/biden-backs-off-on-tiktok-ban-in-review-of-trump-china-moves) https://variety.com/2021/digital/news/tiktok-popularity-covid-1234893740/ (https://variety.com/2021/digital/news/tiktok-popularity-covid-1234893740/) https://facts.net/lifestyle/entertainment/tiktok-facts (https://facts.net/lifestyle/entertainment/tiktok-facts) https://www.tiktok.com/@christianmhull?lang=en (https://www.tiktok.com/@christianmhull?lang=en) https://www.tiktok.com/@anthonyhopkins?lang=en (https://www.tiktok.com/@anthonyhopkins?lang=en) https://www.tiktok.com/@paigezilba?lang=en (https://www.tiktok.com/@paigezilba?lang=en) https://www.tiktok.com/@denungeherrholm?source=h5_m (https://www.tiktok.com/@denungeherrholm?source=h5_m) https://www.tiktok.com/@sam.williams1?lang=en (https://www.tiktok.com/@sam.williams1?lang=en)

Roses are red, Violets are not blue. That's why it's called violet. Join us this week as Caitlin walks us through the surprisingly unclear history of Saint Valentine's Day. Miracles, fertility festivals and Lesli Knope, this episode is deep and wide. Bring a drink, bring a friend ... no strings attached. Drink of the episode: Cupid's Arrow  1.5 ounces vodka  .75 oz blood orange liqueur  1.5 ounces orange juice  1 splash lemon juice  5 chopped berries your choice but I recommend raspberries and strawberries  1 teaspoon sugar or 1/2 packet of splenda  1/2 can lemon lime soda like Sprite  1 sprinkle chocolate shavings for garnish InstructionsCombine vodka, liqueur, orange juice, lemon juice and sugar/splenda and shake vigorously. Wet and dip glass rim in pink or red sugar crystals. Fill glass with ice cubes. Pour shaken mixture over ice. Add sprite and stir to mix. Sprinkle with chocolate shavings. More Resources: https://www.history.com/topics/valentines-day/history-of-valentines-day-2 (https://www.history.com/topics/valentines-day/history-of-valentines-day-2) https://www.pcmag.com/news/10-insane-things-alibaba-could-buy-with-its-20-billion-ipo (https://www.pcmag.com/news/10-insane-things-alibaba-could-buy-with-its-20-billion-ipo) https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/gory-origins-valentines-day-180968156/ (https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/gory-origins-valentines-day-180968156/) (for photo of St Valentine skull in Rome) https://www.learnreligions.com/st-valentine-patron-saint-of-love-124544 (https://www.learnreligions.com/st-valentine-patron-saint-of-love-124544) https://www.thekitchenmagpie.com/valentines-day-cocktail-cupids-arrow/ (https://www.thekitchenmagpie.com/valentines-day-cocktail-cupids-arrow/)

Onward and upward!

A man and a woman walk into a bar ... the rest is history! Join us this week as Caitlin gives a crash course on comedy, the first recorded joke, an insiders' peek within the comic clique and the anatomy of jokes. Stick around to hear the scientifically and statistically proven funniest joke in the world. Drink of the episode: The Aristocrat 1 1/2 oz Red burgundy 1 oz Strawberry syrup* 1/2 Pimm's Champagne Garnish: Lemon twirl or grated nutmeg Steps Combine all ingredients except for Champagne ahead of time and chill in refrigerator. Pour into a flute and top with the Champagne. Garnish with a lemon twirl or scrape of nutmeg. More Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Aristocrats (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Aristocrats) https://www.reuters.com/article/uk-britain-joke-life/worlds-oldest-joke-traced-back-to-1900-bc-idUKL129052420080731 (https://www.reuters.com/article/uk-britain-joke-life/worlds-oldest-joke-traced-back-to-1900-bc-idUKL129052420080731) https://www.psychologicalscience.org/observer/the-science-of-humor-is-no-laughing-matter (https://www.psychologicalscience.org/observer/the-science-of-humor-is-no-laughing-matter) https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/laughing-is-good-for-your-mind-your-body-heres-what-the-research-shows (https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/laughing-is-good-for-your-mind-your-body-heres-what-the-research-shows) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNTd5mzyY_A (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNTd5mzyY_A)

Attention everyone looking for some shortcuts through adulting! For the premiere of Season 2, Kendall brings us some life hacks to improve our lives. And speaking of "hacks,"

Oof. What a year. And amid all the chaos, Kendall and Caitlin started a podcast. Well, they wouldn't be Amateur Intellectuals if they didn't reflect on what they've taught each other, so here it is: these two trying to practice what they preach. Enjoy and see you in 2021! Drink of the episode: The Deep Thinker 1 lime 1 handful of coriander (a.k.a. cilantro) 1 teaspoon brown sugar 50 ml (which is a bit less than 2 oz.) Sailor Jerry rum 15 ml (which is about half an oz.) Bottlegreen – Elderflower cordial This is expensive so if you can get any elderflower liqueur, I'd just use that. Directions: Muddle first 3 ingredients. Shake with crushed ice and decant into glass. More Resources: https://www.thedrinkshop.com/cocktail/1097/deep-thinker (https://www.thedrinkshop.com/cocktail/1097/deep-thinker) https://www.thekitchn.com/technique-muddling-52628 (https://www.thekitchn.com/technique-muddling-52628) (Go back to our previous episodes for more)

*In the tune of Carol of the Bells* Da-da-da-da, Da-da-da-da, It's-Christ-mas-time, Twenty-twenty-sucks. Here it is, the Christmas episode! In the spirit(s) of the season, we're going to make fun of everything from baby JC to Krampus. Please grab a spiked eggnog or a Christmas cocktail and enjoy this episode by the fire because baby, it's cold outside in 2020. Drink of the episode: White Christmas Hot Chocolate 3 oz white chocolate liqueur 1 oz vanilla vodka 8 oz white hot chocolate Garnish with whipped cream, mini marshmallows and red & green sprinkles Directions: Add white hot chocolate into a glass and pour over white chocolate liqueur and vanilla vodka. Stir well until mixed. Top with whipped cream, marshmallows and festive red and green sprinkles. More Resources: https://tipsybartender.com/recipe/white-christmas-hot-chocolate/ (https://tipsybartender.com/recipe/white-christmas-hot-chocolate/) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas) https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/answer-sheet/wp/2014/12/24/why-is-christmas-on-dec-25-it-wasnt-always/ (https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/answer-sheet/wp/2014/12/24/why-is-christmas-on-dec-25-it-wasnt-always/) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christ_(title)#:~:text=Christ%20comes%20from%20the%20Greek,one%20who%20is%5D%20anointed%22 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christ_(title)#:~:text=Christ%20comes%20from%20the%20Greek,one%20who%20is%5D%20anointed%22). https://www.biography.com/religious-figure/saint-nicholas#:~:text=Saint%20Nicholas%20was%20a%20Christian%20bishop%20who%20helped%20the%20needy,to%20children%20around%20the%20world (https://www.biography.com/religious-figure/saint-nicholas#:~:text=Saint%20Nicholas%20was%20a%20Christian%20bishop%20who%20helped%20the%20needy,to%20children%20around%20the%20world). https://www.history.com/topics/christmas/history-of-christmas (https://www.history.com/topics/christmas/history-of-christmas) https://www.nationalgeographic.com/news/2017/12/black-pete-christmas-zwarte-piet-dutch/ (https://www.nationalgeographic.com/news/2017/12/black-pete-christmas-zwarte-piet-dutch/) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krampus (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krampus) https://www.pennlive.com/life/2018/12/what_is_the_belsnickel_why_is.html (https://www.pennlive.com/life/2018/12/what_is_the_belsnickel_why_is.html) https://www.history.com/topics/christmas/history-of-christmas-trees (https://www.history.com/topics/christmas/history-of-christmas-trees)

"The language you are about to hear... is disturbing." -Dave Chappelle Dave Chappelle seems to be taking over the end of 2020 with appearances. Hosting SNL, being interviewed by Dave Letterman and Joe Rogan on top of a series of socially distanced shows in cornfields in his hometown of Yellow Springs, Ohio during this pandemic. Taking from pages in the history of one of his favorites, Kendall tries to go to bat for his all-time-favorite comic. Beginning with a guess at the perception of Dave and trying to reveal the kind, careful heart behind the sharp, sometimes off-putting approach at shock-value comedy, this episode is all about ... comedy. Drink of the Episode: Grape Drink *Spiked Any purple drink, any hard liquor. Double pours. More Resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chappelle%27s_Show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZoRriOSNmLE&ab_channel=17thVisions (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZoRriOSNmLE&ab_channel=17thVisions) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tR6mKcBbT4&ab_channel=NetflixIsAJoke

"Man, I would so give back if I just had..." NOPE. Knock that sh*t off right now. You are more than able to give back at this moment. Let's have a chat about how you're more than able to contribute to yourself, your community and the world. P.S. love you. Hard love is still love. Drink of the Episode: The Gratitude Cocktail 1 oz Wild Turkey 101 1 oz Applejack 1/2 oz sweet vermouth 1/2 oz Cynar 1 tsp blackberry/thyme shrub Stir and strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary. More Resources: https://whiskeythief.net/2018/08/21/the-gratitude-cocktail/ (https://whiskeythief.net/2018/08/21/the-gratitude-cocktail/) https://www.forbes.com/sites/alicegwalton/2017/07/10/the-science-of-giving-back-how-having-a-purpose-is-good-for-body-and-brain/?sh=171468fc6146 (https://www.forbes.com/sites/alicegwalton/2017/07/10/the-science-of-giving-back-how-having-a-purpose-is-good-for-body-and-brain/?sh=171468fc6146) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_philanthropists (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_philanthropists) https://www.rd.com/list/what-can-a-billion-dollars-buy-you/ (https://www.rd.com/list/what-can-a-billion-dollars-buy-you/) https://www.npr.org/2015/06/14/414397424/man-with-the-golden-arm-donates-blood-thats-saved-2-million-babies#:~:text=GRAY%2FReuters%20%2FLandov-,James%20Harrison%20was%20recognized%20in%202003%20with%20the%20Guinness%20World,blood%20donated%20by%20one%20person.&text=When%20James%20Harrison%20was%2014,100%20stitches%2C%22%20he%20recalls (https://www.npr.org/2015/06/14/414397424/man-with-the-golden-arm-donates-blood-thats-saved-2-million-babies#:~:text=GRAY%2FReuters%20%2FLandov-,James%20Harrison%20was%20recognized%20in%202003%20with%20the%20Guinness%20World,blood%20donated%20by%20one%20person.&text=When%20James%20Harrison%20was%2014,100%20stitches%2C%22%20he%20recalls). https://www.smartaboutmoney.org/Topics/Holidays-and-Money/Save-Money-on-Thanksgiving/Creative-Ways-to-Give-Back (https://www.smartaboutmoney.org/Topics/Holidays-and-Money/Save-Money-on-Thanksgiving/Creative-Ways-to-Give-Back)

Shubh deepawali! Join us this week as Kendall gives an introduction to the beautiful Hindu holiday, Diwali. Some may think it coincidence, but the festive celebration highlights the triumph of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. Grab a chair, bring a drink and let's begin the work of healing the soul of this nation with friendship, learning and laughter. Drink of the Episode: Ginger Mingler 45 ml whisky 1 tsp https://food.ndtv.com/food-drinks/grocery-shopping-guide-how-to-buy-and-store-ginger-1292930 (ginger) syrup Club soda/sparkling water   1 tsp lemon juice A sprinkling of rock salt 1 https://food.ndtv.com/health/12-unbelievable-health-benefits-of-green-chillies-zero-calories-but-packed-with-vitamins-1443343 (green chilli), split (optional) Ice cubes For the syrup: 200 gm of fresh ginger (washed and peeled) 4 cups of water 300 gm of sugar A pinch of salt More Resources: https://www.google.com/cameos/YzwR2Uz3/F5DZTi?kgmid=/m/019fpj&hl=en (https://www.google.com/cameos/YzwR2Uz3/F5DZTi?kgmid=/m/019fpj&hl=en) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diwali (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diwali) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrrW3rO51ak (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrrW3rO51ak)

It's looming three days after Halloween and yet it's still scary as f*ck. November 3, 2020 is a very important date for the future of the United States, so we gonna talk about it. We promise we'll take care of you. You're safe to laugh (and cry) here. Drink of the Episode: The Jerk Ingredients: 1 oz Gold Rum 1 oz Light Rum 2 Tbs Grenadine (I used Organic Volcano Grenadine Burst from BevMo) 4 oz Pineapple juice 4 oz Orange juice 2 oz Finest Call Strawberry Puree (BevMo) 1 oz 151 Rum, in the straw In a blender fill with about 20 ice cubes and add all ingredients except the 151 Rum. The shot of 151 goes in the straw. Blend until smooth with no ice chunks. Needs to be very thick! Pour into a glass and insert the straw. Pour the 151 Rum into the straw and serve. Depending on how fast you want to become a “Jerk”, you can sip the 151 Rum straight out of the straw or swirl it into your drink. It's up to you! More Resources: https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/Harris-County-poised-to-reach-1-million-ballots-15670012.php (https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/houston/article/Harris-County-poised-to-reach-1-million-ballots-15670012.php) https://thehill.com/policy/finance/470846-democrats-seize-on-report-of-fedexs-0-tax-bill-to-slam-trumps-tax-plan (https://thehill.com/policy/finance/470846-democrats-seize-on-report-of-fedexs-0-tax-bill-to-slam-trumps-tax-plan) https://fivethirtyeight.com 270towin.com https://www.realclearpolitics.com/

Today we talk about what goes bump in the night to frighten you. Monsters? Lol. Demons? Please. On this episode we tell you what you should really be scared of. It's our Halloween episode, y'all! OOOOooooOOOOOoooo.

Fly me to the moon! Join us this week as Caitlin delivers a go-for-launch breakdown of the moon, enriching our minds with the thought what would happen if momma Earth had two moons or maybe even no moon at all. This episode is space-jam-packed with cool info that is good to know and fun to learn. Cheers~ Drink of the Episode: Supermoon 1 oz tequila .5 oz triple sec 3 tablespoons cream of coconut Splash of lime juice Garnish with coconut flakes More Resources: https://phys.org/news/2011-12-earth-moons.html (https://phys.org/news/2011-12-earth-moons.html) https://www.history.com/news/7-unusual-myths-and-theories-about-the-moon (https://www.history.com/news/7-unusual-myths-and-theories-about-the-moon) https://www.wsj.com/articles/hospitals-really-believe-bad-things-happen-on-a-full-moon-1476719218#:~:text=Research%20shows%20there%20is%20no,once%20did%20it%20boost%20admissions (https://www.wsj.com/articles/hospitals-really-believe-bad-things-happen-on-a-full-moon-1476719218#:~:text=Research%20shows%20there%20is%20no,once%20did%20it%20boost%20admissions) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moon_magic (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moon_magic) https://www.allure.com/story/moon-phases-magic-spells (https://www.allure.com/story/moon-phases-magic-spells) https://www.space.com/37727-eclipse-superstitions-then-and-now.html (https://www.space.com/37727-eclipse-superstitions-then-and-now.html) https://www.rmg.co.uk/explore/interesting-facts-about-moon (https://www.rmg.co.uk/explore/interesting-facts-about-moon) https://www.nasa.gov/artemisprogram (https://www.nasa.gov/artemisprogram) https://www.forbes.com/sites/startswithabang/2017/03/02/7-ways-earth-would-change-if-our-moon-were-destroyed/#176f10283852 (https://www.forbes.com/sites/startswithabang/2017/03/02/7-ways-earth-would-change-if-our-moon-were-destroyed/#176f10283852)

Christopher Columbus sailed the ocean blue In fourteen-hundred-ninety-two... He did no service for me or you He was racist, greedy and unethical too.Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day are both celebrated on the second Monday in October. On this week's episode, Kendall teaches us about Chris, what he didn't accomplish and how America is slowly coming around to celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day instead (you know, the people who actually discovered America first). Most importantly, Kendall explains what Indigenous Peoples' Day is and how you can celebrate it. Drink of the episode: Ojibwe menwaagamig (Oh-Gee-BWAY Men-Wah-ga-mig)  INGREDIENTS 4 cups ice water 1 cup fruit (Strawberries, Blackberries, or any fresh juicy berry) 4 teaspoons honey  PREPARATION Crush and strain the berries with a sieve or with a cheese cloth bag. Smaller berries without as much natural juice may have to be heated some to produce juice. (Caution berry juice stains!) Combine the strained berry juice and the ice water then stir in the honey. More resources: https://www.healthline.com/health/bipoc-meaning (https://www.healthline.com/health/bipoc-meaning) https://www.history.com/topics/exploration/christopher-columbus (https://www.history.com/topics/exploration/christopher-columbus) https://www.npr.org/2019/10/14/769083847/columbus-day-or-indigenous-peoples-day (https://www.npr.org/2019/10/14/769083847/columbus-day-or-indigenous-peoples-day) https://www.livescience.com/16468-christopher-columbus-myths-flat-earth-discovered-americas.html

Houston, we have a problem. 99 problems actually but this episode ain't one! Amateurs, prepare for launch as Caitlin delivers a flyby and a deep dive on all things space. Contextualizing space as the one of the few remaining places for human exploration and discovery while sipping on the ultra boozy Blue Galaxy cocktail, this episode is a blast! Let's look up, wonder, wander, get lost in the sauce of the great unknown and have some belly laughs along the way. Drink of the Episode: The Blue Galaxy PURPLE LAYER: 30 ml tequila 22 ml blue curacao 22 ml grenadine 30 ml lemonade Ice to the top of the blender BLUE LAYER: 15 ml vodka 22 ml triple sec 22 ml blue curacao 30 ml lemonade Ice to the top of the blender again Lemon slice for a garnish Instructions: For the purple layer: Add all the ingredients in the blender and top up with ice and blitz Put the slushy mixture into a jug in the freezer For the blue layer: Wash out blender. Add the blue layer ingredients, top with ice, blitz LAYERING: Pour the purple layer ¼ full in a hurricane glass. Put a spoon on top when you pour in the blue and fill ¼ of the way. Repeat each color. Garnish with a lemon and done. More Resources: https://www.loc.gov/collections/finding-our-place-in-the-cosmos-with-carl-sagan/articles-and-essays/modeling-the-cosmos/ancient-greek-astronomy-and-cosmology (https://www.loc.gov/collections/finding-our-place-in-the-cosmos-with-carl-sagan/articles-and-essays/modeling-the-cosmos/ancient-greek-astronomy-and-cosmology) https://time.com/5315377/are-zodiac-signs-real-astrology-history/ (https://time.com/5315377/are-zodiac-signs-real-astrology-history/) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galileo_Galilei (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galileo_Galilei) https://www.space.com/25126-big-bang-theory.html (https://www.space.com/25126-big-bang-theory.html) https://www.space.com/24781-big-bang-theory-alternatives-infographic.html (https://www.space.com/24781-big-bang-theory-alternatives-infographic.html) https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/ten-inventions-inspired-by-science-fiction-128080674/?page=3 (https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/ten-inventions-inspired-by-science-fiction-128080674/?page=3) https://www.space.com/31802-star-trek-space-tech.html (https://www.space.com/31802-star-trek-space-tech.html) https://www.space.com/space-race.html (https://www.space.com/space-race.html) https://mars.nasa.gov/mer/ (https://mars.nasa.gov/mer/) https://mars.nasa.gov/mars-exploration/missions/mars2020/ (https://mars.nasa.gov/mars-exploration/missions/mars2020/) https://www.indiewire.com/2014/10/13-awesome-things-we-now-know-about-interstellar-68801/ (https://www.indiewire.com/2014/10/13-awesome-things-we-now-know-about-interstellar-68801/) https://www.iflscience.com/space/how-accurate-martian-9-things-movie-got-right-and-wrong/ (https://www.iflscience.com/space/how-accurate-martian-9-things-movie-got-right-and-wrong/) https://www.nasa.gov/topics/moon-to-mars/overview (https://www.nasa.gov/topics/moon-to-mars/overview) https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/64954/11-out-world-facts-about-carl-sagan (https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/64954/11-out-world-facts-about-carl-sagan)

How many gentiles does it take to screw in a knowledge lightbulb on the most reflective and solemn fasts in Judaism? Two, apparently. Are we schmucks? Yes. Do we seek to know more about a noble religious experience we have not been directly exposed to (yet)? Also yes. Kendall did his homework and sparks a dialogue on Yom Kippur. We learn what it is, the philosophy behind it and how it compares to the Christian religions we're familiar with. Drink of the episode: The Mazel Tov! 3 ounces Manischewitz 1 and 1/2 ounces Gin twist of lime Combine wine and gin in an old-fashioned glass with ice cubes and stir well. Garnish with lime twist and serve.  More Resources: https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/177886/jewish/What-Is-Yom-Kippur.htm https://time.com/4958294/yom-kippur-greeting/

"Let's get ethical, ethical... I wanna get ethical, let's get into ethics, yea... Let me hear your Dunder Mifflin talk, your body talk." - Michael Scott and Holly Flax This week's episode is a breakdown on ethics, the philosophy of right and wrong. Caitlin delivers the history of ethics, compares two opposing philosophies of ethics and explains how ethics is relevant today. Drink of the Episode: Take the A Train 2 oz. Bourbon 1.5 oz. Madeira 1 tsp Grenadine More Resources: https://thoughtcatalog.com/lenna-son/2014/06/3-famous-moral-dilemmas-that-will-really-make-you-think/ (https://thoughtcatalog.com/lenna-son/2014/06/3-famous-moral-dilemmas-that-will-really-make-you-think/) http://www.bbc.co.uk/ethics/introduction/intro_1.shtml (http://www.bbc.co.uk/ethics/introduction/intro_1.shtml) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_ethics (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_ethics) https://www.britannica.com/topic/ethics-philosophy (https://www.britannica.com/topic/ethics-philosophy) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4778182/ (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4778182/) https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/ethics-deontological/ (https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/ethics-deontological/) https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/13/opinion/activism-trump-masks-climate.html (https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/13/opinion/activism-trump-masks-climate.html)

What is the Black Lives Matter movement? It's on banners, it's painted on streets and protests are happening about it. Kendall introduces us to what BLM is and gives us a glimpse of police policies in the United States. Grab your drink and let's begin the process of educating ourselves on this important topic. Drink of the episode: Tom Collins 2 oz London dry gin 1 oz lemon juice 1/2 oz simple syrup club soda on top garnish with a lemon wheel and *if you're fancy*, a maraschino cherry More resources: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/07/03/us/george-floyd-protests-crowd-size.html https://time.com/5886348/report-peaceful-protests/ (https://time.com/5886348/report-peaceful-protests/) https://www.bupipedream.com/opinions/111226/the-blue-lives-matter-movement-is-more-than-just-an-attempt-to-undermine-black-lives-matter/ https://www.pnas.org/content/116/34/16793

Whiskey. Neat.

Show us someone who says their expectations have aligned perfectly with their reality and we'll will show you a lying liar! Growing up, relationships, career, self-identity ... we all have expectations at the start. Whether these expectations are self prescribed or put on us by others, Kendall explains why it's important to recognize that life changes things - and we must adjust our (great) expectations if we EXPECT some mental peace. Drink of the Episode: https://www.cdkitchen.com/recipes/recs/218/Grown-up-Root-Beer-Float111385.shtml (Grown-Up Root Beer Float) 4 oz of whiskey 6 oz root beer 1 scoop ice cream More Resources: https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=American%20Dream (Urban Dictionary - The American Dream) https://www.globalimmersions.com/go-global-blog/experiencing-american-culture (Expectations vs. Reality in the US) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jx-1EthJeIg (Youtube - Culture & Personality)

It's a bird! It's a plane! Wait ... it's some kind of secret military plane. Nope, it's a UFO. WTF IS IT?!? On this episode Caitlin talks American conspiracy theories, from Area 51 to Pizzagate 2.0 (QAnon). She also educates us on the science of why we find conspiracy theories so attractive and ... *looks over shoulder* ... she lists some conspiracy theories that have ended up being true. Drink of the episode: The UFO 1/3 glass genever gin or regular gin 2/3 glass lemon soda (if you don't have lemon soda, use lemon juice, sugar and club soda) Add ice cubes and serve More resources: https://www.dictionary.com/browse/conspiracy-theory (https://www.dictionary.com/browse/conspiracy-theory) https://www.insider.com/popular-conspiracy-theories-united-states-2019-5 (https://www.insider.com/popular-conspiracy-theories-united-states-2019-5) https://time.com/4897819/elvis-presley-alive-conspiracy-theories/ (https://time.com/4897819/elvis-presley-alive-conspiracy-theories/) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pizzagate_conspiracy_theory (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pizzagate_conspiracy_theory) https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/0963721417718261 (https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/0963721417718261) Last Week Tonight with John Oliver: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0b_eHBZLM6U (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0b_eHBZLM6U) https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/talking-apes/201801/why-do-people-believe-in-conspiracy-theories (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/talking-apes/201801/why-do-people-believe-in-conspiracy-theories) https://www.readersdigest.com.au/true-stories-lifestyle/12-crazy-conspiracy-theories-actually-turned-out-be-true (https://www.readersdigest.com.au/true-stories-lifestyle/12-crazy-conspiracy-theories-actually-turned-out-be-true)

Stress can be a mean b*tch, right? On this episode Kendall teaches us what stress actually is, how it manifests in us and how we can take self-caring steps to manage it. Drink of the episode: Long Island Iced Tea 1/2 of each of these: vodka, rum, gin, tequila and triple sec 1 oz sweet & sour mix 1 oz coke a lemon slice for garnish (in case there isn't enough alcohol in that cup of gasoline, feel free to add a half shot of peach schnapps) More resources: https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-symptoms-effects_of-stress-on-the-body#1 (https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-symptoms-effects_of-stress-on-the-body#1) https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/145855 (https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/145855) https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/16-ways-relieve-stress-anxiety#1 (https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/16-ways-relieve-stress-anxiety#1)

It's time we have the talk. On this episode, Caitlin drops some knowledge about those birds and those bees. Because clearly nothing is sexier than analyzing the science and history of sex in the cold light of day. Woof! Drink of the episode: Sex on the Beach A hurricane glass, if you're fancy 4 centilitres of Vodka 2 centiliters of Peach Schnapps 4 centiliters orange juice. I use orange juice here but you can use grapefruit juice instead 4 centiliters Cranberry juice And a dash Lemon juice if you wish. More resources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sex_on_the_Beach (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sex_on_the_Beach) https://www.cocktailbuilder.com/ (https://www.cocktailbuilder.com/) https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/all-about-sex/201309/the-real-kama-sutra-more-ancient-sex-manual (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/all-about-sex/201309/the-real-kama-sutra-more-ancient-sex-manual) https://www.britannica.com/topic/homosexuality (https://www.britannica.com/topic/homosexuality) https://www.newsweek.com/what-bible-really-says-about-sex-68665#:~:text=The%20Bible%20is%20stern%20and,every%20case%2C%20Knust%20points%20out. (https://www.newsweek.com/what-bible-really-says-about-sex-68665#:~:text=The%20Bible%20is%20stern%20and,every%20case%2C%20Knust%20points%20out.) https://www.livescience.com/7088-history-human-sex.html (https://www.livescience.com/7088-history-human-sex.html) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_sexual_response_cycle (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_sexual_response_cycle) https://www.healthline.com/health/surprising-facts-about-sex (https://www.healthline.com/health/surprising-facts-about-sex) https://www.buzzfeed.com/hilarywardle/nsfw-historical-sex-facts-no-one-tells-you-about-at-school (https://www.buzzfeed.com/hilarywardle/nsfw-historical-sex-facts-no-one-tells-you-about-at-school) https://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/a29665787/history-of-sex-facts/ (https://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/a29665787/history-of-sex-facts/)

"Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do." -- (The Gospel According to) Brené Kendall gives us a crash course on the Sage of our Age, Brené Brown. He breaks down Queen BB's views on vulnerability, courage, shame and how to live wholeheartedly. Drink of the episode: Topo Chico Agua Mineral (Sparkling Mineral Water, a favorite of Queen BB) More resources: https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability?language=en (https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability?language=en) https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_listening_to_shame/transcript?language=en (https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_listening_to_shame/transcript?language=en) https://daretolead.brenebrown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/DTL-Read-Along-Workbook-v1.pdf (https://daretolead.brenebrown.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/DTL-Read-Along-Workbook-v1.pdf) https://healthycrush.com/brene-brown-empathy-perspective/ (https://healthycrush.com/brene-brown-empathy-perspective/) https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/17297.Marianne_Williamson (https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/17297.Marianne_Williamson)

Do you fear an expert's opinion? How about an amateur's? Maybe you have a phobia of your middle school math teacher's "undeniable" proof (memes) that the earth is flat. We wouldn't judge. In this episode Caitlin shares some hard truths and funny stories about fears and phobias. For instance, Billy Bob Thornton's phobias lead us to believe he's got some beans left to spill. What does he know that we don't? That's our phobia. Drink of the episode: Up in Flames (Pyrophobia) 2 parts Maker's 46 bourbon 3/4 part lemon juice 3/4 grilled peach sherbet 2-3 mint leaves for garnish Sources: https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/5-halloween-cocktails/ (themanual.com/food-and-drink/5-halloween-cocktails/) https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/phobia-a-to-z (health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/phobia-a-to-z) https://hiperfdiy.wordpress.com/2012/05/28/the-history-of-phobias/ (hiperfdiy.wordpress.com/2012/05/28/the-history-of-phobias/) https://www.apa.org/monitor/julaug05/figuring (apa.org/monitor/julaug05/figuring) https://www.ranker.com/list/celebrity-phobias/matthewcoleweiss (ranker.com/list/celebrity-phobias/matthewcoleweiss) https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/specific-phobias/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20355162#:~:text=Generally%20psychotherapy%20using%20exposure%20therapy,object%20or%20situation%20you%20fear. (mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/specific-phobias/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20355162#:~:text=Generally%20psychotherapy%20using%20exposure%20therapy,object%20or%20situation%20you%20fear.)

Have you ever experienced someone with a "toxic" personality? Of course you have. We all have. And if you haven't, watch the news. In this episode, Kendall gives us a deep-dive on what we (and scientists/actual professionals) call toxic personalities: how to spot them and how to understand them better so you can avoid them when you can. Drink of the Episode: Mind Eraser (because you've got to forget those toxic people in your life). Layer 1 oz kahlua, 1 oz vodka, and 1 oz of club soda in a glass with ice. Do not mix, drink with a straw from the bottom and go through the layers separately. More resources: https://www.talkspace.com/blog/6-traits-toxic-people/ (https://www.talkspace.com/blog/6-traits-toxic-people/) https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-truisms-wellness/201611/the-five-types-people-you-need-get-out-your-life (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-truisms-wellness/201611/the-five-types-people-you-need-get-out-your-life) https://www.madeofmillions.com/conditions/narcissistic-personality-disorder (https://www.madeofmillions.com/conditions/narcissistic-personality-disorder) https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/the-neuroscientist-who-discovered-he-was-a-psychopath-180947814/ (https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/the-neuroscientist-who-discovered-he-was-a-psychopath-180947814/)

I dreamed a dream in time gone by... I dreamed that God would be forgiving. We are really banking on that second part here. Bottoms up, bitches! In this week's episode, Caitlin leads the way on an overarching look at dreams; what they are, what they mean and how humans have accounted for their existence over time. And we maybe poke some holes in the hetero bias of some pervy sleep demons. Drink of the Episode: The Poet's Dream In a coupe glass, combine: 1 oz gin, 1/2 oz Benedictine D.O.M., 1 oz extra dry vermouth, 2 dashes of orange bitters, 1/3 oz of chilled water Sources: https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/1576/poets-dream (https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/1576/poets-dream) https://www.healthline.com/health/why-do-we-dream#:~:text=Dreams%2520are%2520hallucinations%2520that%2520occur,and%2520other%2520aspects%2520of%2520health. (https://www.healthline.com/health/why-do-we-dream#:~:text=Dreams%20are%20hallucinations%20that%20occur,and%20other%20aspects%20of%20health.) https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-science-behind-dreaming/ (https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-science-behind-dreaming/) https://journeyintodreams.com/dream-dictionary/ (https://journeyintodreams.com/dream-dictionary/) https://time.com/4921605/dreams-meaning/ (https://time.com/4921605/dreams-meaning/) https://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/0401/p2037.html (https://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/0401/p2037.html) https://www.lifehack.org/articles/productivity/20-amazing-facts-about-dreams-that-you-might-not-know-about.html (https://www.lifehack.org/articles/productivity/20-amazing-facts-about-dreams-that-you-might-not-know-about.html)

Feelin' hungry? We've got the sweet, savory, umami (& ooh daddi too!). Kendall satisfies our appetite with this week's episode on food. From crazy food origins to food artistry and presentation, we offer a light amuse-bouche on this yummy topic. Drink of the Episode: Dead Rabbit's https://www.facebook.com/deadrabbitnyc/posts/in-this-the-last-of-our-how-its-made-drinks-videos-jillian-takes-you-through-our/2757258580985812/ (Bloody Mary) (instructions/recipe in the link) Ingredients: pepper, dill, paprika, roasted tomato juice, salt, fresh and pickled horseradish, pepperoncini juice and pepper garnish, worcestershire, hot sauce, lemon juice and an ounce and a half of vodka, roll in ice, pour over fresh ice, pepperoncini, olive cherry tomato and celery stick. More references: https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/32042/corn-flakes-were-invented-part-anti-masturbation-crusade (https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/32042/corn-flakes-were-invented-part-anti-masturbation-crusade) https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/news/food-and-culture/every-chefs-table-episode-ranked-16318 (https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/news/food-and-culture/every-chefs-table-episode-ranked-16318)

Caitlin leads story time on the truth behind some classic fairy tales. Toeing the line on legendary facts and fibs, this episode features true crime, love and loss and really questionable parenting methods. Drink of the Episode: The Little Mermaid 1 oz Orange Vodka 3/4 oz Blue Curacao 3/4 oz Midori Melon Liqueur 3/4 oz Pineapple Juice (thank you Kim K.) 3/4 oz Malibu Coconut Rum 1/2 oz Grenadine Blend the blue curacao and orange vodka in a blender with ice. Pour into a glass and if you want to get fancy, put it in the freezer between these next layers to keep the colors separated. This is the blue layer. Next blend the midori, pineapple juice and Malibu with ice and pour it on top. Should look green. Now blend the grenadinie, coconut rum and ice together and pour it on top. This will be red. Garnish with a strawberry or a candy fish. http://www.youtube.com/user/tipsybartender (www.youtube.com/user/tipsybartender) More Resources: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/fairy-tale-true-story_b_6102602 (https://www.huffpost.com/entry/fairy-tale-true-story_b_6102602) http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/article/39302636/the-true-stories-behind-beauty-and-the-beast-and-other-disney-stories (http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/article/39302636/the-true-stories-behind-beauty-and-the-beast-and-other-disney-stories) https://www.ranker.com/list/story-of-the-real-beauty-and-the-beast-couple/genevieve-carlton (https://www.ranker.com/list/story-of-the-real-beauty-and-the-beast-couple/genevieve-carlton) http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/article/39302636/the-true-stories-behind-beauty-and-the-beast-and-other-disney-stories (http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/article/39302636/the-true-stories-behind-beauty-and-the-beast-and-other-disney-stories)

What's a fad? You may know it when you see it but Kendall breaks it down for us so we can better understand what they are ... and what they aren't. And naturally, we can't get through this without mentioning at least a thousand fads we all remember. Drink of the Episode: White Claw Recipe - Go to the store and buy a pack of White Claw. Open box. Open one can. Drink. More resources: historynet.com/pop-culture-top-ten-fads.htm https://abcnews.go.com/Technology/Business/story?id=7554508&page=1 (https://abcnews.go.com/Technology/Business/story?id=7554508&page=1) https://dustyoldthing.com/odd-obscure-1950s-fads/ (https://dustyoldthing.com/odd-obscure-1950s-fads/)

Caitlin leads the discussion on the personality traits of introverts and extroverts as we process where we fall on the spectrum. Drink of the Episode: The Excitabull More Resources: https://www.allpsychologyschools.com/psychology/freud-jung/ (allpsychologyschools.com/psychology/freud-jung/) https://www.healthline.com/health/what-is-an-introvert%231 (healthline.com/health/what-is-an-introvert#1) https://www.forbes.com/sites/travisbradberry/2016/04/26/9-signs-that-youre-an-ambivert/#56203d593145 (forbes.com/sites/travisbradberry/2016/04/26/9-signs-that-youre-an-ambivert/#56203d593145)

For the premiere episode, Caitlin and Kendall dive into the awkward stages of puberty and its effects on health trajectory. We chose this topic to highlight the discomfort of overcoming something new, like new boobs or a new podcast. Drink of the episode: Fuzzy Navel More resources: https://www.plannedparenthood.org (plannedparenthood.org) thetrevorproject.org ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK525269

Amateur Intellectuals is a podcast where two friends bring their curiosity and irreverent sense of humor as they explore a myriad of intellectual topics. Each Sunday, Caitlin and Kendall bring their thirst for knowledge (and cocktails) as they tackle new topics, share personal stories and laugh hard along the way - as only Amateur Intellectuals can.