Athena surprises JD - They chat about the best Fall Festivals around the United States including Warrens Cranberry Festival, The Great Pumpkin Blaze, and The Trailing of the Sheep. Support the show

JD surprises Athena -  They chat about the history and art of Clowning, John Wayne Gacy, Pennywise, and even Ronald McDonald! Support the show

Athena surprises JD - They chat about the original story by Washington Irving, the less spooky Disney version, and the fact that Johnny Depp always seems to use white face makeup in his films. If you would like to support Athena and JD, you can buy them a coffee at this link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast Support the show

JD surprises Athena - They chat about what makes someone a "Karen", hear stories about classic "Karen" behavior, and try to figure out what spin on the name they should use for themselves. Support the show

Athena surprises JD - They chat about how the yellow rubber ducky became an icon and inspired derby duck races, celebrity look-a-like duckies, and a hit song. *Curse word at 30:15 Support the show

Athena surprises JD - They chat about Charles Dickens' famous novella, Disney's Mickey Mouse version, and even reveal how Kermit was able to "walk" in the Muppet version. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

JD surprises Athena – They chat about the Giant Lantern Festival in the Philippines, the wild craze of eating KFC for Christmas dinner in Japan, and Athena gets absolutely tickled by Sweden's tradition of the Yule Goat! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

Athena surprises JD - They chat about the difference between Christmas hymns, carols, and songs, if "Deck the Hall" is actually about 1 hall or many halls, and play a carol guessing game! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

JD surprises Athena – They chat about the how the original operetta inspired 3 very different movie versions, the possibility of it being called “Babes in Gooseland”, and take off on a tangent about Claymation specials. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

Athena surprises JD – They chat about the history of some Thanksgiving food staples, what to add to stuffing to give it a crunch, and calling dessert “punkin’ in a pie”. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

JD surprises Athena – They chat about the origins of the phrase “Black Friday”, how it came to be associated with Holiday shopping, and their experiences working in retail. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

Athena surprises JD – They chat about what classifies balloons as either “Novelty” or “Character”, list some notable performances and hosts throughout the years, and do awful marching band impersonations. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

JD surprises Athena – They chat about how gelatin is made, the origins and popularity of Jell-O’s various flavors, and take a tapioca tangent.  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

Athena surprises JD – They chat about the history of trick-or-treating, what children in other countries say instead of “Trick or Treat”, and finally do a deep dive into “Halloween’s Most Contentious Sweet”…Candy Corn!!  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

JD surprises Athena – They chat about the Richard Speck Massacre and serial killer Madame LaLaurie’s gruesome slave torturing, with a brief detour to learn about the Merchant Marine. *Mature content and potential trigger warning*  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

Athena surprises JD - They chat about the history and paranormal activity of the Crescent Hotel in Arkansas, Portland's Pittock Mansion, and the abundance of ghosts and sightings at "America's Most Haunted House"...The Whaley House! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

JD surprises Athena – They chat about the history of witches, modern-day witches, and Athena’s lack of Hocus Pocus movie trivia knowledge. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

Athena surprises JD – They chat about the likelihood of living in a simulation, who might be running this simulation, and how The Mandela Effect may be proof of simulation codes being changed.  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

JD surprises Athena – They chat about Mary Tyler Moore as Holly Golightly, the earworms of Annie Warbucks, and the flop turned cult favorite, “Carrie”. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

Athena surprises JD – They chat about “Vannamania”, the intense music from “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?”,  and their plan to attend a taping of “The Price is Right”. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

JD surprises Athena – They chat about the origin, flavor profile, and financial and cultural impact of Starbucks’ #PSL. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

Athena surprises JD…by having no topic! Instead they chat about some things people may not know about them and share behind the scenes stories from their various experiences working in the entertainment and theme park industries. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

JD surprises Athena – They chat about the origami precision of note-folding, trying to avoid bombs in Minesweeper, and the popularity of merch from the world of Lisa Frank. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)

Athena surprises JD – They chat about the unique and unusual inventory of Wicks ‘N’ Sticks, if being called a “wet seal” is a compliment, and Imaginarium’s iconic different sized doors. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sasschatpodcast)