May 10, 2025

From Cravings to Conspiracies: What Just Happened?

From Cravings to Conspiracies: What Just Happened?

Pregnancy, fast food, politics, and mental health—Rebecca’s growing a human, Keith’s ranting about fries, and somehow it all leads to propaganda, parenting fails, and Norwegian weather complaints.


This episode’s got cultural confusion, unsolicited parenting advice, questionable food takes, and just enough tech paranoia to keep things interesting. From AI in your backyard to why Norway refuses to embrace sitcoms, Keith and Rebecca zigzag through life updates, mental health fallout, and fast food existentialism—without spilling a drink or finishing a point.


More Topics Covered:

- Rebecca drops a pregnancy reveal while breaking down American food cravings

- The fast food debate: why McDonald’s abroad feels gourmet compared to the U.S.

- How AI and robotics are creeping into agriculture and daily life- Cultural confusion over Halloween, Cinco de Mayo, and why Norwegians don’t do sitcoms


Chapters


00:00 Musical Reflections and Personal Stories

09:04 Personal Updates and Life Changes

16:00 Cultural Comparisons: Norway and the US

29:03 Travel Experiences and Preferences

38:55 Humor and Entertainment in Different Cultures

40:04 Cultural Perspectives on Temperature

43:00 Fast Food and American Influence

46:30 Parenting Insights and Baby Care

48:50 AI and Communication Breakthroughs

51:47 Robotics in Agriculture

54:22 Community Gardens and Local Initiatives

56:04 Reflections on Boston

01:00:06 Political Climate in Norway

01:03:02 Globalization and Local Impact

01:06:02 Humor and Lighthearted Banter

01:12:59 Life Expectancy Trends in the U.S.

01:15:51 COVID-19 Policies and Their Impact

01:19:22 Mental Health Consequences of COVID-19

01:22:41 Child Welfare During the Pandemic

01:24:28 Cultural Shifts in Norway

01:37:20 Documentary Insights and Personal Growth

01:43:23 Unexpected Parenting Moments

01:46:30 Creative Halloween Costumes

01:49:01 Cultural Candy Exchange

01:50:00 Cinco de Mayo and Historical Anecdotes

01:52:42 Travel Experiences and Cultural Insights

01:58:00 Social Media Trends and Masculinity

02:01:57 Insurance Claims and Digital Footprints

02:04:06 Education Standards and Historical Comparisons


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