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Two Sides of the Pond

Two Sides of the Pond

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Welcome to Two Sides of the Pond, the Podcast where a Brit and a Yank collide to hilariously compare cultures, tackle controversial topics, and explore the quirky differences between life on either side of the Atlantic. Whether you're here for the banter, cultural insights, or the outright absurdity, Two Sides of the Pond has something for everyone! New episodes weekly! Like, follow, and join the conversation. 🎙️DARKOCEAN
  • Ep 34 | St Swithin's Day vs Groundhog Day – Mythical Weather Magic?
    Jul 4 2025

    In this episode, Matthew and Dwayne dive into the lesser-known UK tradition of St Swithin's Day and how it compares to Groundhog Day in the US. Is it just a made-up holiday? Can it really predict the weather?The duo also unpacks UK seasonal shifts, regional climate quirks, and why Brits are oddly obsessed with tea and rain.Plus, we explore the power of positive thinking, manifestation, and whether St Swithin would enjoy a cuppa.

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    32 Min.
  • Ep 33 | Queue Culture: Why Americans Can’t Queue and Disney Makes It Worse!
    Jun 20 2025

    Matthew and Dwayne dive headfirst into the madness of queuing—especially at theme parks like Disney. From the polite, orderly British lines to the chaotic “virtual queues” of the US, this episode compares and critiques both systems.Is technology making it better or worse? And what about people gaming the system using wheelchairs or disability passes?We cover everything from AI vs humans, strollers as battering rams, to the ethics of paying for disability perks. Get ready, because even waiting in line has become controversial.

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    35 Min.
  • Ep 32 | Who Pays the Bill? Splitting the Cheque!
    Jun 13 2025

    Splitting the bill shouldn't be this complicated... but when you're from two different cultures, everything gets messy.

    In this episode, Matthew and Dwayne dig into the awkwardness of quick service restaurants, who pays when you’re out with friends, and how things have changed post-COVID. From business dinners to birthday meals, expectations around money are wildly different in the UK vs the USA — and neither side holds back.

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    30 Min.
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