Why Do You Like That?: Recent Episodes
Christian and Colleen
Christian and Colleen are a couple with wildly different interests, but they share a passion for learning. Each episode, they (or a special guest) explain a hobby or niche interest that excites them. Join them in a deep dive of interests that range from the history of rollercoasters to the psychology of true crime, and everything in between.
Christian talks about his favorite Japanese movie studio: Studio Ghibli. He shares how he discovered the films and gives his recommendations. Colleen walks through her experience starting an Etsy shop over the past few months, sharing how she started with planner PDFs and grew to add physical products like shirts and stationery.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
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Mentioned in this episode:
- Podcast song artist: Riley Horbacio (Fiverr listing
- Song Exploder on Netflix
- Neil Gaiman on Princess Mononoke
- The Ghibli Museum
- Studio Ghibli on HBO Max
- Grave of the Fireflies on Hulu
- Colleen’s Etsy Shop: BoldlyBound
After a long hiatus, Colleen and Christian discuss how they've been coping during quarantine and what they've been doing with all their time at home. Spoiler alert: Playing a lot of Animal Crossing: New Horizons. They run through their experiences with the Animal Crossing game series and what they love about it.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- Colleen's Dream Code: DA-4738-9343-5596
- Colleen's Island Tour
- Animal Crossing Turning A New Leaf (GDC 2014)
Christian explains how people can play old video games on new computers and why you should even care about that. Colleen talks about the show Escaping Polygamy and shares some of its context to explain why she finds the show so interesting.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- "It's Just Emulation!" - The Challenge of Selling Old Games
- Pokémon Gold and Silver Spaceworld Demo on The Cutting Room Floor
- Escaping Polygamy: Official Series Playlist
Colleen tells us about the internet cult following surrounding Claire from the Bon Appetit test kitchen and her show Gourmet Makes. There’s even a hashtag #IWDFCFTBATK (I would die for Claire from the Bon Appetit test kitchen). Christian teaches us about the physics of sound and some music theory basics like pitch, harmonics, and notation.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- Bon Appetit video series: https://www.bonappetit.com/video/series
- Meme Appetit: https://twitter.com/memeappetit
- Ranking of Gourmet Makes episodes: https://www.vulture.com/article/best-bon-appetit-test-kitchen-videos-ranked.html
- What if Lizzo's Truth Hurts was by Mumford and Sons? By Ali Spagnola
This week, our guest Leah tells us about the Real Housewives franchise on Bravo and why she enjoys watching it. Expect memes, drama, funny member taglines, and an enlightening discussion about how this franchise has impacted our culture.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- Watch what Crappens podcast: https://www.watchwhatcrappens.com/
- Real Housewives subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/BravoRealHousewives/
- Episode recaps on Vulture: https://www.vulture.com/tv/the-real-housewives-of-beverly-hills/
- Music videos from Real Housewives members and families: https://popcrush.com/the-music-careers-of-bravos-real-housewives-the-definitive-ranking/
- A playlist of Real Housewives music: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7CUsj1p3zCxeuy96dKfNJQ
- The best Real Housewives quotes from Bravo: https://www.bravotv.com/photos/best-housewives-quotes-ever#10729881
- 34 dramatic Real Housewives moments: https://www.marieclaire.com/culture/g27955498/real-housewives-most-dramatic-moments/
- Every Real Housewives tagline ever: https://www.bravotv.com/the-real-housewives-of-beverly-hills/photos/every-housewives-tagline-ever#10782756
Christian demystifies computer graphics and shares some of his favorite tricks that video games use to create lifelike worlds. Colleen explains knitting and crocheting and shares some of her favorite projects she’s made.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- Walt Disney Imagineering's DISH
- Kotaku's article on the tricks of Horizon Zero Dawn
- Colleen's Ravelry profile (account required)
- "Pens Knitting Lady"
Colleen shares her experience falling in love with spin classes and diving into the “DIY Peloton” corner of the Internet to set up an at-home spin class setup. Christian walks us through his deep love of hockey through his favorite experiences watching his home team, the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- Colleen’s blog post about her DIY Peloton setup: https://brokeforbeauty.com/i-made-a-diy-peloton-bike/
- Sidney Crosby highlight reel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tS-XvtYWuKE
- Sidney Crosby winning the 2008 Winter Classic in Pittsburgh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWJtvTsiufc
It's another shared-topic episode where true 90s kids Christian and Colleen talk about the entertainment juggernaut Pokémon. They share their Pokémon journeys, from memories of the first games they played up to the newly released Pokémon Sword and Shield versions.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
Pokémon Sword and Shield: https://swordshield.pokemon.com
Christian on Twitch: twitch.tv/xch1n
In today’s shared-topic episode, Colleen and Christian talk about their love for the musical Hamilton. Then, they each discuss their favorite song and why it’s important to them. Expect lots of nerding out about musical theory, good lyrics, and history.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- Listen to Hamilton: https://music.apple.com/us/album/hamilton-original-broadway-cast-recording/1025210938
- Annotated Hamilton lyrics on Genius:
- https://genius.com/albums/Original-broadway-cast-of-hamilton/Hamilton-original-broadway-cast-recording
- Hamilton biography: https://amzn.to/2oINYBD
In our first guest episode, Jimmy talks about a game series Christian could never get into: Dark Souls. In this deep dive, he gives a history of the studio that defined a genre and makes a compelling case for why gamers who haven't tried it yet should "Prepare to Die."
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- Bonfireside Chat
- YouTube - VaatiVidya
- Twitch - Perceptes
Colleen dives down the YouTube recommendation rabbit hole into the world of competitive pole dancing. She also shares the controversy surrounding the “pole fitness” trend (including an intense hashtag war). Christian teaches us about building a PC. He covers why you might want to go the DIY path, choosing the right parts, putting it together, and some common gotchas.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- 2018 PSO U.S. National Pole Champion, Ashley Fox: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pyB7SRD84w
- PCPartPicker: pcpartpicker.com
- Logical Increments: logicalincrements.com
- r/buildapc: reddit.com/r/buildapc
In another solo episode, Christian talks about the new old game that is consuming his life: World of Warcraft Classic. He helps us understand why playing a 15-year-old Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game is how he's spending all of his free time.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- World of Warcraft: worldofwarcraft.com
Colleen and Christian discuss some of Colleen's favorite subreddits and how places like Reddit can help you improve your media diet.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Christian explains how scuba diving works and why it’s a fun activity to try on your next vacation (after you get the proper training, of course). Colleen shares the science behind the most common skincare products and some tips for starting a skincare routine on your own.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Today’s sponsor: Your Blogging Blueprint course, https://courses.empowerwriting.com
The music from the ad is called Breathing Out by Mid-Air Machine (License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/legalcode)
Mentioned in this episode:
- PADI - https://www.padi.com/
- Colleen’s blog post about actives: http://brokeforbeauty.com/skincare-actives-101/
- Colleen’s skincare recommendations: https://kit.com/boldlybound/cruelty-free-skincare-favorites (includes affiliate links)
- Blog post about pH: http://www.snowwhiteandtheasianpear.com/2014/09/skincare-discovery-why-ph-of-your.html
- Some info about actives from the Asian Beauty subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/AsianBeauty/comments/4z7d8v/actives_an_ab_intro_guide_and_faq/
- Skincare addiction subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/skincareaddiction
Colleen and Christian talk about their tech industry interests: technical writing and iOS app development.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- Information about technical writing: https://www.instructionalsolutions.com/blog/become-a-technical-writer
- Swift Playgrounds by Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/swift-playgrounds/id908519492
- Xcode: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/xcode/id497799835
- Code.org
- Stanford CS 101: https://lagunita.stanford.edu/courses/Engineering/CS101/Summer2014/about
- Stack Overflow: https://stackoverflow.com/
Christian gives us a history of esports and shares his joy of watching League of Legends tournaments. Colleen explains why she loves true crime and its psychology and storytelling.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- League of Legends Esports: https://lolesports.com
- To play LoL: https://leagueoflegends.com
- Colleen’s true crime podcast recommendations: Someone Knows Something, Cold, Criminal, Serial (season 1), Cold Case Files, Uncover (season 3), Gone Cold, My Favorite Murder (comedy), The Last Podcast on the Left (comedy but well-researched)
- Criminal podcast, Episode 100: Ten Thousand Feet in the Air - A riveting story about a man’s attempt to hijack a plane
Colleen talks about her favorite video game, Stardew Valley. Christian shares his lifelong passion for roller coasters and how he found himself in a roller coaster enthusiast club.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- Stardew Valley wiki: https://stardewvalleywiki.com/Stardew_Valley_Wiki
- Blood, Sweat, and Pixels: https://amzn.to/2Kt4KN6 (Amazon affiliate link)
- American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE): https://www.aceonline.org/
Christian discusses the basics of Formula 1 and why he loves watching it. Colleen shares the joy and struggles of being a content creator in the beauty space.
Christian and Colleen are a couple who love learning. In this podcast, they each discuss a topic or hobby they’re passionate about to answer the question: Why Do You Like That?
Mentioned in this episode:
- Formula 1: Drive to Survive on Netflix
- Formula 1 tire change record (1/91 seconds): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZVf6Sc989E
- NEW Formula 1 tire change record (1.88 seconds): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U1MnVvVRkSk
- Colleen’s blog: www.brokeforbeauty.com
- Colleen’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/brokeforbeauty