
An Acquired Taste Podcast
The podcast for curious weirdos! Bethany Watson and Kathleen Heaney are longtime friends and polar opposites. Every week they get together to chat about their lives, what's weird in the world, and topics they’re curious about, and they invite you to join them!
Latest episodes

Dec 29, 2017 • 41min
S1 Ep99: Four Boxes of Fine Tip Blue Sharpies
Carla Marie, a special guest, joins the hosts to give advice to a listener whose husband messed up her Christmas gifts. They discuss Christmas traditions, hidden animal ingredients in food, the importance of supporting malls, and express gratitude to their listeners.

Dec 21, 2017 • 34min
S1 Ep98: Thanks, Redditor!
Topics discussed include feeling isolated and coping mechanisms, surprising listeners and online stalking, funny anecdotes and community building, finding comfort in physical places, random topics like printable JPEGs and Easter eggs, and expressing gratitude and food cravings.

Dec 13, 2017 • 36min
S1 Ep97: Arsenic Tea
Hosts discuss a promotional game by JetBlue, auction experiences, Victorian morning routines, misophonia triggers, dynamics of bridesmaids in a wild story, selecting bridesmaid dresses, emotional responses to a movie scene involving animal violence, personal experiences with euthanizing pets, and concept of fast-forwarding through life.

Dec 7, 2017 • 34min
S1 Ep96: A Little Christmas Side-Eye
The hosts discuss their obsession with SodaStream machines and share a tip for fluffy scrambled eggs using seltzer. They have a heartwarming moment with their dog. The conversation explores misconceptions about menstrual syncing and mentions saving money on tampons. They talk about dealing with judgmental extended family during the holidays. They discuss the TV show 'Midsummer Murders' and appreciate women climbers' strong shoulders. They announce a live event and remind listeners to provide their addresses for a surprise gift.

Nov 29, 2017 • 37min
S1 Ep95: It's Not The Holidays Until Somebody Cries
Thanksgiving tears, sibling favoritism, cocktail recipes, maintaining a healthy mindset during the holidays, Margaret Atwood's works, and address submission and sponsor mentions are discussed in this entertaining podcast.

Nov 22, 2017 • 33min
S1 Ep94: Put Your Hand in This Bowl of Water
Hosts discuss bizarre scenarios and team-building exercises, explore the Model Lifestyle and the Temptation of Smoking, talk about unplugging and facing fears, and share upcoming episodes and podcast promotion.

Nov 15, 2017 • 34min
S1 Ep93: Ask Me Anything
From embarrassing questions to regrets and missed opportunities, the hosts discuss a range of topics including washing towels, Dr. Pimple Popper, and hypothetical gravity changes. They also delve into Celtic baby names and share moments of pride and fear from their high school years. With hilarious anecdotes and random questions from listeners, this episode is entertaining from start to finish.

Nov 8, 2017 • 38min
S1 Ep92: My Favorite Thing is Calling People Microaggressions
The hosts discuss the benefits of working for Frito-Lay and explore the customs of sitting shiva. They also talk about the enjoyment of being at home and creating unconventional artwork. They share their experience of meeting a listener in Princeton and discuss finding personal anthems for moving on.

Nov 1, 2017 • 36min
S1 Ep91: Just a Place to Stay
The hosts discuss Halloween costumes and the shift to Christmas. They share personal experiences and offer advice on navigating relationships with in-laws. They give advice on visiting a guy after Christmas and talk about London at Christmas time. They emphasize the importance of speaking up against harassment and discuss DIY projects and shopping in your own closet.

Oct 25, 2017 • 46min
S1 Ep90: NEVER Investigate The Sound!
The hosts discuss creepy stories about haunted houses and threatening letters. They also share their personal encounters with ghosts and spirits while being asleep. Additionally, they talk about quick fixes for apartment problems and recommend It Cosmetics as a brand for makeup mishaps. Furthermore, they have humorous conversations about parody videos, baby goats, and unflattering pictures. The hosts express their appreciation for listener emails and remind listeners to engage on social media.