Best Classics With Champagne Podcasts (2025)

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294. Why Women Still Don’t Know They’re at Risk for HIV, part 3 29:36

16h ago29:36

29:36

In the final episode of our Webby-nominated series Before Legal Weed: The Untold Story of AIDS & Cannabis, host Ellen Scanlon explores why so many women—especially Black women—are still left out of conversations about HIV risk, testing, and care. You’ll hear from public health expert Natalie Wilson and pioneering AIDS doctor Donald Abrams about: Ho…

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293. AIDS, Cannabis & Courage: The Doctor On A Mission, part 2 27:36

8d ago27:36

27:36

Dr. Donald Abrams was a young gay doctor on the front lines of San Francisco’s AIDS crisis in the 1980s. He watched as his partner and many of his close friends died from a disease no one understood. Yet instead of giving up, he fought to bring relief to patients through medical cannabis. In part two of our Webby Award nominated three-part series, …

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Avoid getting ill on a plane - choose window or aisle seat? | 10 of the best quiz questions! 9:12

14d ago9:12

9:12

Dwarfs! | Dolphins! | Marbles! Life-changing trivia - hear ten talking points and thrilling trivia to test your team at work or family around the dinner table! Protect your brain by using it - Memorise these epic facts! Learn about how we feel after a few drinks by comparing ourselves to dwarves; large cats and who wrote the Mr Men and Little Miss …

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292. Sticky Fingers Brownies: Women, Weed, and the Birth of Medical Cannabis, part 1 34:51

15d ago34:51

34:51

Before weed was legal in any U.S. state, it was medicine passed hand-to-hand—often in the form of a brownie. In part one of our Webby-nominated series Before Legal Weed, host Ellen Scanlon brings you the untold story of how San Francisco’s gay community turned to cannabis during the darkest days of the AIDS crisis—and how a woman-run cannabis opera…

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291. The Untold Story That Made Legal Weed Possible 2:47

22d ago2:47

2:47

Before any U.S. state legalized cannabis—before it was even officially called medicine—people in San Francisco were baking it into brownies and delivering it in secret to those dying of AIDS. This Pride Month, host Ellen Scanlon shares Before Legal Weed: The Untold Story of AIDS & Cannabis, a powerful, Webby-nominated, three-part series about the p…

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290. Why More Women Are Choosing Cannabis—and What It Means for What’s Next 22:19

29d ago22:19

22:19

For the first time ever, data shows that more women are choosing cannabis than men—and they’re doing it for reasons that go way beyond getting high. In this episode, host Ellen Scanlon talks with innovation expert Nicole Brown about what’s really driving this shift: from the rise of low-dose products to the evolution of legal markets like New York.…

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289. The Summer Edit: My Favorite Cannabis Products Right Now 20:27

1M ago20:27

20:27

Memorial Day is almost here, and we’re ready for summer. Are you? In this episode, host Ellen Scanlon is joined by innovation expert Nicole Brown to dish on their favorite low-dose THC drinks, CBD + CBG gummies, and calming cannabis picks to help you unwind, sleep better, and feel your best. Whether you're swapping wine for weed or just want a litt…

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10 of the best Pub Quiz Questions! Woolly Mammoths vs Stonehenge, Engagement Rings and Cryptic Clothing... 8:44

1M ago8:44

8:44

High Cities | CGI characters | Rubbish Recorders! Recorder song link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF7lv1gfP1Q Become the smartest person in the room - for ten minutes! Protect your brain by using it. Memorise these epic facts! You can learn about woolly mammoths and whether they lasted long enough to see Stonehenge being built. We talk about di…

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288. What It Really Takes to Lead: Hagan Kappler on Career, Courage & Doing the Hard Things 31:37

1M ago31:37

31:37

This Mother’s Day week, we’re spotlighting a woman who’s not just building a company—she’s building a better way to live with technology. Ellen Scanlon talks with her friend and business school classmate Hagan Kappler, the founder and CEO of Daisy, a smart home tech company that helps families simplify the chaos of connected living. Hagan is also a…

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287. From Tagging Sea Turtles to Cannabis Biotech: The Bold Path of CEO Caitlyn Krebs 21:18

2M ago21:18

21:18

What do sea turtles, science, and cannabis have in common? In this episode, Ellen Scanlon talks with Caitlyn Krebs, the CEO and co-founder of Nalu Bio, a San Francisco-based biotech company unlocking the therapeutic potential of cannabinoids. With Mother’s Day around the corner, this conversation offers a timely look at what it takes to lead a high…

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286. How the Endocannabinoid System Could Transform Women’s Health 17:28

2M ago17:28

17:28

The endocannabinoid system could be the next frontier in women’s health, and the future is closer than you think. In this episode, I talk with Caitlyn Krebs, CEO and co-founder of Nalu Bio, a biotech company using cutting-edge science to develop cannabinoid-based therapies that target stress, sleep, pain, and inflammation. If you're tired of trial-…

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285. From Pain to Progress: Ellen’s Endometriosis Story 29:21

2M ago29:21

29:21

One in ten women have endometriosis, yet most aren’t diagnosed until they’re struggling to get pregnant or can no longer live with the pain. In this episode, Ellen Scanlon shares her personal story of navigating pain, infertility, and finally a diagnosis of endometriosis with biotech entrepreneur Caitlyn Krebs, CEO of Nalu Bio. They talk about this…

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Classics with Champagne & Caviar Season 2 Trailer 0:36

2M ago0:36

0:36

Francesca and CoCo are back for Season 2! We are back with a new, fabulous and exciting season of Classic Films beginning in May! So pop open a bottle of your best Champagne and buckle your seatbelts, it's going to be a bumpy night! www.classicswithchampagneandcaviar.comBy Classics with Champagne & Caviar

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284. Beyond the Stereotypes: How Women Are Changing the Meaning of 420 18:51

2M ago18:51

18:51

420 isn’t just a party, it’s a chance to reflect, connect, and celebrate cannabis legalization and its evolution in our culture. In this episode, Ellen Scanlon talks with women who share what 420 means to them today. Whether it’s honoring the plant, remembering the people who paved the way, or creating new traditions with friends (and sometimes pet…

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283. Why Women Are Choosing Weed Over Advil 24:46

3M ago24:46

24:46

Pain relief without the harsh side effects? In this episode, Ellen and innovation & strategy expert Nicole Brown explore how cannabis is helping people manage everything from menstrual cramps to hangovers to post-surgery recovery. They share personal stories, clarify misconceptions, and explain how cannabis can be a safer alternative to traditional…

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At what age are you half the height you'll be as an adult? | 10 of the best Quiz Questions! 10:20

3M ago10:20

10:20

80 Years of Films! | April Fools Headlines! | Stars! Improve your brain power with these quiz questions! Become the most interesting person in the room - for ten minutes! We'll be back with more trivia goodness soon - with an exciting project on the horizon! --- Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut. Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract …

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Bonus Episode: Can You Be Sober and Still Choose Cannabis? Ellen’s Conversation on Recovery Rocks Podcast 49:02

3M ago49:02

49:02

In this bonus episode, we’re sharing Ellen’s guest appearance on Recovery Rocks, a podcast hosted by recovery advocates Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara. Tawny reached out after How to Do the Pot helped her explore cannabis as part of her recovery journey, and Ellen was honored to join them for this thoughtful conversation. In this episode, we talk about:…

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282. The Low-Dose Revolution: Rethinking What It Means to Get High with Nicole Brown 35:47

3M ago35:47

35:47

Have you ever wondered what being high actually feels like, especially with low-dose cannabis? In this episode, Ellen and innovation & strategy expert Nicole Brown break down the future of socializing with cannabis, alcohol, and non-alcoholic drinks. If you’ve ever wished for a more predictable, enjoyable, and easy-to-access cannabis experience, th…

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281. Menopause, Sex & Cannabis: How to Feel Good in Your Body Again, part 4 28:57

3M ago28:57

28:57

Struggling with low libido, painful sex, or feeling disconnected from your body? You’re not alone, and menopause can bring big changes to your sex life. In part 4 of our series, we talk about ways to bring back pleasure and intimacy. Dr. Lauren Streicher and other experts break down how menopause affects libido, arousal, and pain—and how cannabis c…

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280. Hot Flashes, Weight Gain, and Sleepless Nights—Why Cannabis Might Be the Answer, part 3 24:27

4M ago24:27

24:27

Struggling with sleep in perimenopause or menopause? Hot flashes, joint pain, and stress can make falling—and staying—asleep feel impossible. Did you know cannabis may help? In part 3 of our series, menopause expert Dr. Lauren Streicher explains how THC and CBD can reduce night sweats, ease inflammation, and improve sleep quality—without next-day g…

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New Episode! Pineapples, Bluey, Breaking Bad and Countries That Drive On The Left... 8:24

4M ago8:24

8:24

Art! Dry Ice! Football Stadia! Can you live without these ten incredible quiz facts? Yes! But your life will be more interesting if you know them.. Enjoy! --- Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut. Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.uk Design by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.com Quiz Coconut UK: www.quizcoconu…

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279. The Power of Scent: How Perfume, Memory & Mood Are Connected with Christina Loff 23:04

4M ago23:04

23:04

Did you know your sense of smell is the most connected to memory, but the least understood sense? Or that a great fragrance can actually boost your mood? In today’s episode, writer Christina Loff, creator of The Dry Down Diaries on Substack, joins us to talk about how to find a perfume you actually love, why teenage boys are leading a fragrance ren…

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278. The Menopause Knowledge Gap: Why Your Doctor Doesn’t Talk About It, part 2 29:18

4M ago29:18

29:18

Why don’t more women talk about menopause—especially with their doctors? In part 2 of our 4-part series, journalist Megan Margulies shares insights from a Harvard study on cannabis and menopause, revealing why many women are turning to THC for relief. We also hear from menopause expert Dr. Lauren Streicher about why doctors are still undertrained i…

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277. What Every Woman Needs to Know About Menopause, part 1 26:59

4M ago26:59

26:59

What if menopause wasn’t something to dread—but a time of possibility? In part one of our 4-part series, we’re breaking the silence around menopause, tackling the 30+ symptoms that can start as early as your 30s, and sharing how cannabis is helping women manage sleep, sex, mood, and more. You’ll hear from menopause expert Dr. Lauren Streicher and r…

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Bonus Episode: Ryan & Jamie - Did She Say Yes?! 3:46

4M ago3:46

3:46

I have a quick chat with Ryan and Jamie... Ryan came on the Quiz Pod back in the summer and proposed to Jamie live on air! A podcast first! Did she think she'd ever get proposed to on a podcast? Let's find out what she said... --- Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut. Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.uk Des…

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276. Why Didn’t Anyone Tell Me About Perimenopause? 4:35

4M ago4:35

4:35

If you’re in your late 30s or 40s and noticing changes in sleep, mood, or sex drive, you’re not alone. Perimenopause can start earlier than you think, with over 30 possible symptoms. In our 4-part special series, we’ll dig into menopause and perimenopause to uncover what’s happening in your body, what helps—from hormone therapy to natural remedies—…

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New Episode! Reality TV, Shakespeare and 80s Pop Groups! | General Knowledge Questions & Answers 8:32

5M ago8:32

8:32

We're Back! Denmark! Football! Wizard of Oz! --- Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut. Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.uk Design by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.com Quiz Coconut UK: www.quizcoconut.co.uk Canada: www.quizcoconut.ca Worldwide: www.quizcoconut.com Visit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in you…

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275. Love & Movies: A Valentine’s Day Celebration + Ultimate Date Night Giveaway 8:35

5M ago8:35

8:35

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating love and movies! Inspired by podcaster Gretchen Rubin, Ellen kicks off her 2025 movie-watching challenge and introduces You, Me & Her—an independent film about relationships, marriage, and complicated connections. Plus, don’t miss your chance to win the Ultimate Date Night Giveaway with over $500 in luxurious…

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Episode 100 - Artisanal Chocolate Truffles and Curated Gift Boxes with Love Letter Confections 36:52

5M ago36:52

36:52

Today we welcome Samantha Morgan from Love Letter Confections to the podcast. In today's podcast Samantha teaches us about the art of handcrafting chocolate truffles and how she developed a hobby into her business. We also discuss gifts for the holidays and the upcoming Love Letter Artisan Market at the Hawthorne Hotel in Salem, MA during the Salem…

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Classic Episode - No. 35: Including Darts, Tattoos and Ice Cream Trivia! 8:03

5M ago8:03

8:03

[Repeat of 2022's episode 35] Rivers! Greetings Cards! Awful Music with the Portsmouth Sinfonia! [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Portsmouth_Sinfonia] We're having a break after a busy festive season, so please enjoy this replay of one of our most popular episodes. The trivia podcast you can't live without. Just ten minutes each week: learn some usef…

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274. If You Like Chardonnay, Try A Weed Drink, Part 3 25:10

5M ago25:10

25:10

THC drinks are the breakout stars of cannabis legalization, especially in this cultural moment where more people are questioning their relationship with alcohol. In part 3 of our new series, we dive into the rise of low-dose cannabis drinks and how they’re reshaping social norms—no dispensary visit required. Hear from women embracing intentional ap…

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Classic Episode - No. 23: Oooh What Is This Kid Talking About?? 7:36

5M ago7:36

7:36

[Repeat of 2022's episode 23] Effie's back! Egg-laying Mammals! Palindrome Popstars! We're having a break after a busy festive season, so please enjoy this replay of one of our most popular episodes. The trivia podcast you can't live without. Just ten minutes each week: learn some useful facts, useless information and play along wherever you are in…

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273. Why Cannabis is Replacing Alcohol for Some Women, Part 2 21:49

5M ago21:49

21:49

Curious about the rise of low dose cannabis drinks and why younger generations are swapping cocktails for cannabis? In part 2 of our series on alcohol & cannabis, we explore how shifting habits and innovative products are changing how we relax and socialize. You’ll hear personal stories from women who enjoy both cannabis and alcohol, and insights o…

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Classic Episode - No. 19: Paw Patrol, Planets & Pirates! 7:39

5M ago7:39

7:39

[Repeat of 2022's episode 19] Paw Patrol! Monopoly! 8-Bit Classical Music! We're having a break after a busy festive season, so please enjoy this replay of one of our most popular episodes. The trivia podcast you can't live without. Just ten minutes each week: learn some useful facts, useless information and play along wherever you are in the world…

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272. Saloons & Suffragettes: The Rise and Fall of Alcohol Prohibition, Part 1 21:23

5M ago21:23

21:23

As more people explore cannabis and reimagine their relationship with alcohol, what can we learn from Prohibition? In part 1 of our new series, Kelly Roberson, Executive Director of the Center for Alcohol Policy, uncovers the fascinating history behind the rise and fall of the ban on alcohol in the U.S. Discover how saloons, women-led movements, an…

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Classic Episode - No. 11: Disney Princesses, Champagne & More Fun Trivia! 7:32

6M ago7:32

7:32

Can you tell the actors from their voices? Which is the most common organ transplant? Who were the first three Disney princesses? The trivia podcast you can't live without. Just ten minutes each week: learn some useful facts, useless information and play along wherever you are in the world! --- Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut. Music …

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271. Are You Trying Dry January? New Series Exploring Alcohol, Cannabis & Why Women are Drinking Less 4:58

6M ago4:58

4:58

Is cannabis the new alternative to alcohol? In our new 3-part series, host Ellen Scanlon discovers what’s behind data showing more Americans now use cannabis daily than alcohol, lessons from alcohol’s history that could shape cannabis’s future, and what the rise of low-dose THC drinks means for you. Don’t miss this fresh take on how evolving views …

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Part 2 - BIG QUIZ OF THE YEAR 2024! | The Best General Knowledge Trivia Of The Year! 20:15

6M ago20:15

20:15

*** Be the hero! Please support the podcast and keep it going in 2025: > buymeacoffee.com/quizcoconut < *** Second part of our fourth annual quiz of the year! Bigger than ever before, 50 questions, 70 points... grab everyone around you and see how much you can remember! All sorts of things happened this year. A big year for sport with the Olympics,…

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2024 BIG QUIZ OF THE YEAR! | Our Most Whopping Quiz Ever (part 1 of 2) 18:18

6M ago18:18

18:18

*** Be the hero! Please support the podcast and keep it going in 2025: > buymeacoffee.com/quizcoconut < *** We're back with our fourth annual quiz of the year! Bigger than ever before, 50 questions, 70 points... grab everyone around you and see how much you can remember! All sorts of things happened this year. A big year for sport with the Olympics…

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The Last Four Days | Countdown To Christmas Is Complete! 11:07

6M ago11:07

11:07

****************** Because it's Christmas... Please support the podcast and keep it going in 2025! > buymeacoffee.com/quizcoconut < ****************** Christmas Is Almost Here! Day 21-24! Taking you all the way to the big day... O Holy Night (actually Steve Maudlin): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyCUsk1cLkY Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to …

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270. A Toast to Cannabis: Celebrating Life’s Happy Moments and Wrapping Up 2024 19:28

6M ago19:28

19:28

In part two of How to Do the Pot’s new series, we explore how women are redefining celebrations with cannabis. Whether it’s a birthday party with mouth-watering infused southern comfort food, helping loved ones feel comfortable at a weed-friendly wedding, or a romantic staycation anniversary, cannabis is adding a joyful twist to life’s most meaning…

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Days 17-20 - Countdown To The Holidays | Jingle Cats and Panpipes! 9:17

6M ago9:17

9:17

Jingle Cats and Panpipes! Day 17-20! It's beginning to look a lot like Quiz-mas... Back with the countdown and two episodes left. Jingle Cats: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2ksOTbTmiFS9vEIpXN9tXb If this is new to you - you can enjoy our Christmas Quiz question and joke every day! If you did these last year, see how much you can remember... If yo…

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Days 13-16 - Countdown To Christmas | Festive Trivia Every Day! 7:29

6M ago7:29

7:29

Days 13-16! Featuring the Piano! We're currently running events for crowds all across the land... but we don't want to leave you wanting. So here is a recap of the 13th, 14th, 15th and 16th days of our 2023 Countdown to the Holidays. If this is new to you - you can enjoy our Christmas Quiz question and joke every day! If you did these last year, se…

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269. Is Cannabis the New Champagne? Cheers to Joy & Connection with Weed 16:13

7M ago16:13

16:13

In the first episode of our new two-part series, we explore how cannabis is enhancing the celebrations of life’s biggest moments. As more women reconsider their relationship with alcohol, this series uncovers how women are making cannabis an essential part of milestone birthdays, anniversaries, and honeymoon adventures - even Kim Kardashian’s CBD-t…

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Countdown To Christmas - Days 9-12 | Holiday Trivia Quiz 4:44

7M ago4:44

4:44

Day 9-12! We're almost halfway there! NOTE: The Hanukkah date we mention is in 2023; in 2024 it's later in December. We're busy at the moment hosting office Christmas Quiz parties but we didn't want to leave you without any festive quiz action. So we're bringing you another chance to play our daily 2023 Countdown To The Holidays that we published l…

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Countdown To Christmas - Days 5-8 | Four More Quiz Questions And Jokes 6:09

7M ago6:09

6:09

Day 5-8! A revisit to 2023's Countdown. We're busy at the moment hosting office Christmas parties but we didn't want to leave you without any festive quiz action. So we're bringing you another chance to play our daily Countdown To The Holidays that we published last year. If this is new to you - you can enjoy a question and joke every day! If you d…

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268. How Women are Redefining Celebrations with Cannabis 5:01

7M ago5:01

5:01

This holiday season, host Ellen Scanlon reflects on memorable guests of 2024 and explores how women celebrate life’s big moments with cannabis. With the rising popularity of low-dose weed and a shift in attitudes towards alcohol, our new two-part series shares how women across the country are changing the narrative around cannabis and having a lot …

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Countdown To Christmas - Days 1-4 | Festive Quiz Questions And Jokes 4:24

7M ago4:24

4:24

It's Quiz Coconut's Countdown to the Holidays! A revisit to 2023's Countdown. We're busy at the moment hosting office Christmas parties but we didn't want to leave you without any festive quiz action. So we're bringing you another chance to play our daily Countdown To The Holidays that we published last year. If this is new to you - you can enjoy a…

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What Things are Attached to an Airplane Life Jacket? | Knowledge You Hope You Won't Need Every Week! 7:19

7M ago7:19

7:19

Global Bands! | Lobsters! | European Languages! Literally life saving this week. What bits are attached to an airplane life jacket? We know the obvious ones, but on a plane recently I thought this would be a good question. Hopefully you never need to use this knowledge. Unlike foreign languages, Russian classical music, and European currency. Ooh t…

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Episode 99 - Mexican and Southwest Inspired Barbecue with Terlingua 57:20

7M ago57:20

57:20

Today we welcome Melanie and Pliny Reynolds from Terlingua Restaurant in Portland, Maine. Terlingua has been one of our favorite restaurants for years and we are excited to share this conversation with you. The co-owners tell us the story of how Terlingua started from roots down in Austin, Texas and made its way to Portland, Maine. We discuss the f…

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