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Midwest Bias
by Kj in Minnesota
Another podcast for your ears. Kj in Minnesota hosts this spin-off podcast from the Speaking of Tangents podcast (hosted by Kj & Jason Fuse). Tired of the East Coast Bias? In this podcast, Kj answers listener questions, tells stories, discusses Midwest sports teams and other Midwest-related news that the rest of the country ignores, and talks about other random nonsense - all with a Midwest Bias. Kj is joined by a revolving cast of cohosts from the Midwest and "experts" from all over the country to share their own biases. You should join us...yeah, you betcha! Email: [email protected]: @midwestbiaspodGraphics by Jenni Ohnstad (jenniohnstad.com)-A Kj in Minnesota production.
Episodes
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Change Hearts, Not Minds
Episode 62: Kj opens this episode with a brief hello/welcome back message before bringing in the Hall of Famer for Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (1:09)! They taste a Naughty Temple and Knock One Bock from Toppling Goliath Brewery. Then, Rachel returns for a long overdue report on the…
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The Food and Drink Episode
Episode 61: Kj opens this episode by talking briefly about losing her mom earlier this week. Next, she welcomes back Rachel Reports for her annual Minnesota State Fair Food Preview (4:00)! Plus, Kj and Rachel are joined by a special guest! Then, it's time for the "drink" portion of the episode -...
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It's Tarty and Ready for a Party!
Episode 60: Kj opens this episode with the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (1:05) before welcoming back Christopher Giannini (@ChrisBGiannini on Twitter) for a special report. Christopher tells us all about his first experience doing stand-up comedy (3:08)! We wrap it all up with Taste Test…
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Very, Very, Very Country
Episode 59: Kj opens this episode with not one but two reviews, and an invitation before welcoming back Kim Willson as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host (4:20)! Kim shares details about her new 50-state running challenge. Then, it's time for Twitter Talk - shoes or no shoes in the house, fast…
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Not My Circus, Not My Monkeys
Episode 58: Kj opens this episode with the "Best Thing I Saw All Week" before welcoming back Karen Mittelstadt as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host (1:23)! Karen catches us up on a few cliffhangers from her last Midwest Bias appearance, she answers a "Wheel Question" and a "Kj's Question", and…
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Do You Believe the Coach or the Wife?
Episode 57: It's the Sports (and beer) episode! Kj kicks off this episode with an announcement about Jinglefest VIII before welcoming in the Hall of Famer for another round of Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (5:37)! They briefly recap their last 2 weeks and some Twitter Talk about -surprise...
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Ope, There It Is!
Episode 56: Kj kicks off this episode with the "Best Thing I Heard All Week" before welcoming in the Hall of Famer for another round of Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (3:30)! They try a Sponch Sour Ale from Weldwerks Brewing Company and a Black Pelican Maple Porter from Crystal Coast Brewing...
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F for Fantastic!
Episode 55: It's a special pop-up episode! Kj opens the show with a few announcements before welcoming in the Hall of Famer as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host (2:57)! They review listener comments from last week regarding "Kj's Question" about the plow guy and the best fast food restaurants!...
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A Lapse In Intelligence
Episode 54: It's a special snowed-in episode! Kj opens this episode with the Most Midwestern Moment(s) of the week! She then welcomes in the Hall of Famer as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host (6:08)! They discuss this week's "Epic" winter storm in Minnesota and review listener tweets from last…
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You Can't Disqualify Me!
Episode 53: Kj opens this episode with a podcast review! She then welcomes in first-time Midwest Guest Co-host, Sandra Rhode (2:26)! Topics discussed include: reviewing last week's listener comments and questions about the Super Bowl quiz, Kansas City barbecue, how to make sauerkraut sweet,...
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An Artwork of Circles
Episode 52: Kj opens this episode with another "Pals Plug," a bonus "The Best Thing I Saw All Week," and "The Most Midwestern Moment of the Week." She then welcomes back Kim Willson as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host of the Day (6:04)! Topics discussed include: reviewing last week's listener...
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Goodie Two Shoes
Episode 51: Kj opens this episode with The Best Thing I Saw All Week before welcoming back Karen Mittelstadt as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the day (2:49)! They discuss a new movie, luggage, and Karen recaps her Christmas "unit" spending. Kj gives Karen some unsolicited advice, Karen weighs in…
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Short & Stout
Episode 50: It's the Midwest Bias 50th episode extravaganza bonus pop-up mini episode! Kj wanted to try some beer so she brought in the HOFer and pressed record in this special edition of Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (1:03)! They test a Pineapple Cider and a Caramel Macchiato Stout. Plus, an...
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Palm Trees, Sunsets, and Rainbows, Part 2
Episode 49: Kj launches right into Part 2 of last week's Non-Midwestern Guest, Tim (her Bonus Brother) (1:01)! They pick up where they left off with TIm sharing stories of his adventures in Antarctica, Greenland, and Palmyra Atoll. (24:56)! Tim also answers a couple of Wheel Questions. Then, it's...
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Palm Trees, Sunsets, and Rainbows, Part 1
Episode 48: Kj opens this episode with three brief announcements followed by a special "Most Midwestern Moment" of the week (2:05)! Then, she welcomes the Hall of Famer back as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the Week (3:10)! Did the HOFer contact Southwest Airlines for that annoyance fee? The…
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The Christmas Curveball
Episode 47: Kj opens this episode with "The Best Thing I Saw All Week"(0:44) followed by the "Most Midwestern Moment" of the week (2:05)! Then, she welcomes Jolene Wojcik from Nebraska back as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the Week (3:38)! Kj tells the (extended) story of her Christmas vacation...
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Whaaaaaaaaaaatt??!
Episode 46: Kj opens this episode with the Most Midwestern Moment, er, story of the week before welcoming back Rachel for Rachel Reports (5:17)! Rachel reveals her birthday surprise destination and if she guessed correctly, discusses a new gig and how this podcast was the driving inspiration…
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A Series of Bad Decisions
Episode 45: Kj opens this episode by explaining what marks the beginning of this holiday season and a "pal plug" before welcoming back Karen Mittelstadt as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the day (3:37)! Karen recaps her Thanksgiving gathering/meal plus the increase in meal cost this year. They go…
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This Is Where I Die
Episode 44: Kj opens this episode with a few housekeeping items, followed by "The Best Thing I Saw All Week" (1:15). Then, she welcomes back the HOFer in Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (5:07)! They test beers sent in by Patrick Smith and Ed Butt. Thanks, gentlemen! Later, Kj welcomes back Kim...
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Cholesterol City!
Episode 43: Kj opens this episode with a few plugs for her pals followed by the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (2:54)! Next, it's time for the return of Rachel Reports (4:00)! Kj and Rachel discuss how they may have been sucked back in by their Minnesota Twins' season ticket representative....
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Thank You For Your Insight!
Episode 42: Kj opens the show with a brief update before welcoming in Karen Mittelstadt as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the day (1:54)! They review Twitter Talk in response to last week's episode, which, surprise surprise, revolves entirely around food. Then they discuss 3 situations they've been...
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It's Time to Knock
Episode 41: Kj kicks off this episode with a brief update followed by the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (1:38) before welcoming in the Hall of Famer as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the day (4:22)! They review Twitter Talk, including a discussion about the most popular grocery stores in the...
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Uinta Stouts?...UBEtcha!
Episode 40: Kj kicks off this episode with The Best Thing I Saw All Week (0:29) before welcoming in the Hall of Famer for another edition of Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (7:30). They test 2 beers donated by Kim Willson and Patrick Smith. Later, Kim Willson (@KimWills33 on Twitter), joins the...
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You and Me on the Red Rocks
Episode 39: Kj kicks off this episode with The Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (0:52) before bringing in Hall of Famer for Taste Test with the Hall of Famer (2:51). They test 3 beers donated by Sarah Schultzy (Suzy), Kim Willson, and Patrick Smith. They also discuss their trip to Michigan last...
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For Fruit's Sake, it's Just a Dream!
Episode 38: Kj kicks off this episode with "The Best Thing I Saw All Week" (0:38) before bringing in the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, Minneapolis Laurie (@MinnLaurie on Twitter) (3:50)! They review some Twitter Talk (and emails!) after last week's episode and answer a listener's question....
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Sweet Tea with a Hint of Petroleum
Episode 37: Kj kicks off this episode with The Minnesota Sports Minute (0:24) before bringing in the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, the Hall of Famer (1:50)! They review some Twitter Talk after last week's episode, reveal the best fast food french fries, Kj shares her ER experience and...
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Little Miss One Load
Episode 36: Kj kicks off this episode with The Best Thing I Saw All Week (0:29) before bringing in the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, Karen Mittelstadt (1:55)! Karen shares her laundry best practices/expertise, answers a Wheel Question, and helps Kj debut a new segment, The Midwest Mediator...
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These Are My People!
Episode 35: Kj kicks off this episode with a brief housekeeping before bringing in the as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week (2:01)! They recap their last month of travels (#WhereInTheWorldAreTheHoFerAndKj) and their Covid experience…at length. They also answer a ballpark food question and…
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The One With All the Name-Drops
Episode 34: Kj kicks off this episode with the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (0:36)! Next, the Hall of Famer returns as the Midwest Guest Co-host of the day (4:31)! She and Kj discuss the latest news on their bathroom renovation project, recap their trips to Montana, the PNW, and Jinglefest…
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The Custard Dilemma
Episode 33: Kj kicks off this episode with one housekeeping item about how you can be a guest on the show before launching into the Minnesota Sports Minute (ok, more like 90 seconds) (1:03)! Next, Kim Willson (@KimWills33 on Twitter) returns as the Midwest Guest Co-host (3:52)! Kim and Kj answer…
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Eyes on the Prize!
Episode 32: We're back…again! Kj kicks off this episode with a Minnesota Sports Minute before welcoming back the Hall of Famer as the Midwest Guest Cohost of the Day (2:49)! They start by sharing what they've been up to since the last episode and then discuss their current (sideways) home...
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The Red Rover Incident
Episode 31: We're back! Kj kicks off this episode with the Least Midwestern Moment of the Month followed by a Little announcement and a warning before welcoming back the Hall of Famer as the Midwest Guest Cohost of the Day (2:49)! They start by discussing a few listener comments, the HOFer blames…
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Two Smart Chicks
Episode 30: Kj kicks off this episode with the "Most Midwestern Moment of the Week" (0:24) followed by the "Best Thing I Saw All Week" (2:15) before welcoming in the Hall of Famer as the Midwest Guest Cohost of the Day (3:19)! They start with Twitter Talk/emails/DMs and then answer the remaining...
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A Poofy Line of Silver
Episode 29: Kj kicks off this episode with a new segment, The Best Thing I Saw All Week (1:43) before welcoming in the Hall of Famer as the Midwest Guest Cohost of the Day (3:54)! They start with Twitter Talk and a hops lesson before answering listener questions, including some holiday-themed...
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Husbands Go For This!
Episode 28: Surprise bonus day-after-Thanksgiving Episode! Kj kicks off this episode with a Thanksgiving message before bringing in the Midwest Guest Cohost of the Day, the HOFer (1:14)! They respond to Twitter Talk and email after last week's Thanksgiving extravaganza episode. The HOFer has a...
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Bob The Bookie, Karen The Scofflaw, N'at!
Episode 27: It's our Thanksgiving Extravaganza Episode! Kj kicks off this episode by reading a podcast review and asking for some advice before moving on to the Midwest Guest Cohost of the Day, Karen Mittelstadt (5:19)! They begin with some Twitter Talk and then answer listener questions about...
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Crock Pot Comin'!
Episode 26: Kj kicks off this episode by not reading podcast reviews before moving on to the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (0:56)! Then, Kj is joined by the Midwest Guest Co-host of the Day, the Hall of Famer/HOFer (4:10)! They comment on Twitter comments from last week's episode and answer...
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Excellent Teat Placement?!
Episode 25: It's another special bonus episode AND it's the Halloween episode (spoiler alert: it's just like every other episode)! Kj kicks off this episode with a little personal news before welcoming back Rachel for Rachel Reports (3:39)! They discuss Rachel's recent trip to the Premier Beef…
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STAMP This!
Episode 24: Kj kicks off this episode with an update on podcast reviews before bringing in the Midwest Guest Co-host of the Day, Jolene Wojcik from Nebraska (@jmrwojcik on Twitter) (1:03). They comment on comments from last week's episode and answer listener questions. Plus, Jolene has a...
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The Sixth Spice Girl
Episode 23: We're back from hiatus! Kj kicks off this episode by describing just how "back" the Midwest Bias podcast is before welcoming in the Hall of Famer as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host (1:55) and for another Taste Test (26:17)! They answer your questions (thanks to everyone who sent us...
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A Confession and an Apology
Episode 22: Kj kicks off this episode by describing an interesting package she received this week and making two important announcements. Then, the Hall of Famer joins in as this week's Midwest Guest Co-host (3:42) and for another Taste Test (13:14)! They answer a listener's question, describe...
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Gamechanger!
Episode 21: It's another special bonus episode! Kj kicks off this episode by reading listener comments before moving on to the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (3:24)! Then, the Hall of Famer joins her for Taste Test with the HOFer (5:06)! But first, they discuss gamechangers from their recent...
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Autumn in a Bite
Episode 20: It's another All-Midwestern Show! Kj kicks off this episode by reading another podcast review and then talks about the Field of Dreams game - the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (1:38)! Then, it's time for the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, Karen Mittelstadt! (5:49)! They…
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I'm Not A Hopper
Episode 19: It's another special bonus episode! Kj kicks off this episode with a brief announcement before moving on to Rachel Reports (1:37)! They discuss Rachel's travels in the Midwest and beyond over the last couple of months, a few most midwestern moments she has seen throughout those…
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The Midwestern Omnivin
Episode 18: It's another All-Midwestern Show! Kj kicks off this episode with some show announcements, responses from last week's show, and one last plug for the Summer of Littles 3.1 event. Then, it's time for the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, the HOFer! (6:57)! They answer listener…
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I Love Me Some Goat Cheese!
Episode 17: Kj kicks off this episode with the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (0:25). Then, it's time for the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, Sara Kinsella (2:56)! They discuss a triumph in the Midwest sports world, their Least Midwestern Moments of the Week, and answer listener questions....
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The Beer Nerd(s)
Episode 16: Kj kicks off this episode by providing a brief update on the HOFer's cell phone carrier saga before bringing in Kim Willson (@KimWills33 on Twitter) as her Midwest Guest Co-host of the Week (1:10)! They talk baseball, including a Midwest Bias preview of the MLB All-Star Game (spoiler...
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Home Is Where Your Kwik Trip Is
Episode 15: It's another special bonus episode! Kj kicks off this episode by eating some crow (no, not literally) before moving on to the Most Midwestern Moment of the Week (3:18). Then, it's time for the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, the HOFer (5:50)! The HOFer is not happy and she joins...
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Approaching the Six Lick Mark
Episode 14: It's another special bonus episode! Kj kicks off this episode by reading another Itunes review, dropping several names, and describing an irksome situation that occurred this past weekend (#CrabbyKJ). Then, it's time for the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, the HOFer (6:05)! They...
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That Was A Guinness Night
Episode 13: Kj kicks off this episode by reading an Itunes review and telling a little story. Then, it's time for questions with the Midwest Guest Co-host of the week, Ellen Vanderlinden (@EllenVL on Twitter) (7:12)! They reminisce about how they met, discuss Ellen's qualifications as a...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Another podcast for your ears. Kj in Minnesota hosts this spin-off podcast from the Speaking of Tangents podcast (hosted by Kj & Jason Fuse). Tired of the East Coast Bias? In this podcast, Kj answers listener questions, tells stories, discusses Midwest sports teams and other Midwest-related news that the rest of the country ignores, and talks about other random nonsense - all with a Midwest Bias. Kj is joined by a revolving cast of cohosts from the Midwest and "experts" from all over the country to share their own biases. You should join us...yeah, you betcha! Email: [email protected]: @midwestbiaspodGraphics by Jenni Ohnstad (jenniohnstad.com)-A Kj in Minnesota production.
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Another podcast for your ears. Kj in Minnesota hosts this spin-off podcast from the Speaking of Tangents podcast (hosted by Kj & Jason Fuse). Tired of the East Coast Bias? In this podcast, Kj answers listener questions, tells stories, discusses Midwest sports teams and other Midwest-related news...
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