027 - The Great British Baking Podcast

The Great British Baking Podcast 🧁 Ready for the only kind of meditation we practice? Because this episode feels like one big exhale. Ruha and Bekah catch up after a hectic week, swapping stories about everything from car dealership drama to Bekah’s emotional surprise - finally getting a new dog (yes, there were tears). It was one of those chats where we didn’t even realize how much we needed it until we were in the middle of it. This episode is [supposed to be] all about the Great British Baking Show: how it’s our go-to comfort watch, and why it’s so different from all the loud, super competitive reality shows out there. We laughed about the little scandals (custard gate forever), shared favorite bakes, and even dreamed up our own versions - like the Great Southern Baking Show. Imagine brisket, hush puppies, and slow cookers galore. Netflix, Ruha is standing by for the producer call. Toward the end, we shared what’s been bringing us joy lately. Ruha’s deep into a Ted Lasso rewatch, and Bekah can’t stop snacking on chocolate-covered graham crackers from Joe’s Candies. YUM. We wrapped things up with a reminder that sometimes the best kind of living is a sweet treat, a cozy show, and a good laugh with someone who gets you. Have a great week besties!   Links for Today's Show: James's Go-To for Baking Recipes: www.thegreatbritishbakeoff.co.uk If you haven't checked out Noel Fielding’s art, you should!: www.noelfielding.co.uk Bekah's snack this fall - Joe’s Candies: www.joescandies.com Ruha's favorite substitute - Favorite Day snacks at Target (milk chocolate grahams): www.target.com/b/favorite-day/-/N-5xt1a 🐾 Adopt your next furry family friend - Pet Adoption & Dog ResourcesPetfinder (find adoptable dogs): www.petfinder.com ASPCA adoption info: www.aspca.org/adopt-pet   🍰 Find Ruha and Bekah Around These Parts INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/midnightcheesecake FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/people/Midnight-Cheesecake-Podcast/61577976430527 TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@midnightcheesecak (The 'e' wouldn't fit) EMAIL US: [email protected]   Chapters 0:16  Welcome to Midnight Cheesecake Podcast 3:36  Podcasting After a Long Break 5:08  Great British Baking Show Discussion 13:22  Car Buying Experience 25:48  Getting a New Dog 43:32  The Great American Baking Show 44:27  Comfort Shows and Final Thoughts 50:20  Closing Remarks and Goodnight