34 episodes
Stuff Dutch People Like Colleen Geske
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- Society & Culture
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4.9 • 38 Ratings
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Stuff Dutch People Like, the podcast, is a celebration of Dutch culture. Join your hosts Colleen Geske (from the land of Maple Syrup) and Allard Westenbrink (as Dutch as a broodje kaas) as they discuss what makes Dutch culture weird, wacky and....ultimately, wonderful.
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S3 E10: The One About the Dutch Brown Bar
On this episode Colleen finally gets to talk about her favoruite Dutch institution: the brown bar/brown café! What the heck is a 'brown bar' you ask?! Well it's one part cozy, one part fun...and all things gezelligheid!
Take a listen as Allard and Colleen walk you through the history of the Dutch bruine kroeg and what you precisely need to et, drink and listen to (hint: smartlappen) when visiting one!
Oh and of course they will share their top 3 jaunts in Amsterdam...followed by a short quiz proving just how cruel the English language actually is to Dutch people! Curious? Tune in and find out! -
S3 E9: The One Where We Take the Official 'Inburgering' Exam ('integration exam')
In this episode Colleen and Allard are visited by 'Canadian boyfriend Rob' who is here to administer the official Dutch inburgering (civic integration) exam to our two hosts.
The inburgering exam is a series of tests on the Dutch language and society. The exams are a requirement by the Dutch government to get a permanent residence permit or a Dutch passport
Much has been said about this infamous exam and its utterly absurd questions! Will Allard and Colleen pass the test and be allowed to remain living in the Netherlands?! Would YOU pass?
Tune in, play along and find out! -
S3 E8: The One About Driving in Holland & What NOT to do (part 2)
In this episode Colleen talks about the differences in driving in the Netherlands --- specifically about how damn near impossible it is to get a driver's license in the Lowlands in 2024!
Allard and Colleen then launch into "part two" of their list of things to most definitely never do while in the Netherlands! Show up unannounced? Nope! Refuse cake? Not a good idea! Call the Netherlands, Holland? NEVER!!!
p.s. Colleen's brother makes a surprising admission about his experience with Dutch directness! -
S3 E7: What NOT to do in the Netherlands
In this episode Allard and Colleen discuss what NOT to do in the Netherlands! They've made a list and you're going to want to hear their insider tips on some of the surprising things you really don't want to do while visiting or living in the Netherlands. From peeing in the canals (it's deadly!) to talking on your phone while ordering a coffee, here are some of the things that will get you majorly told off in the Lowlands!
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S3 E6: The One about Kingsday
This year's edition of Kingsday has sadly come and gone but that doesn't mean that Allard and Colleen don't have A LOT to say about it! Curious about the history of this curious day? Looking to refresh your knowledge of the Dutch royals? They've got your covered!
From their personal favorite Kingsday anecdotes to the incredible treasures they have scored on the street, listen to find out insider tips on how the Dutch *really* celebrate this day! -
S3 E5: The One about All the Cool Shit the Dutch Invented
In this episode Colleen and Allard are looking back through history at all the cool shit the Dutch invented! And we aren't talking deep fried snacks my friends, we are taking MASSIVE life-changing inventions.
Who invented essentially all the major tech developments of the last century?? The Dutch! Are you currently reading this on that little magical device in your hand? Well guess what, it couldn't do half the stuff it does without our cheese-loving Lowland friends!
Come take a deep dive into history with us, and we promise we'll have you laughing along the way as well!
P.S. Allard and Colleen make a surprise call to a special guest this week, to find out where Allard went wrong with his NorthAmerican/Dutch culture clast!
Customer Reviews
Take Me Back!
Allard and Colleen have natural chemistry and make you feel like you’re out having drinks with friends.
I’ve always been fascinated by the Netherlands and it has become my “happy place” destination when I get the chance to visit. They present a side of their country many tourists don’t have the time to see and always with an off-the-wall anecdote they can mutually poke fun at (Allard is definitely a good sport). Listening to the podcast always makes me cry inside, “take me back!”
This is the type of platform that tugs at my heartstrings, and when a new episode drops I always end up down the Google rabbit hole or searching for roles in my industry across the pond. After a pause, I was so ecstatic and relieved to see the first installment of episode 3 as I put my sneakers on for my walk today. I’m so looking forward to spending this spring/summer getting to know Allard and Colleen and their home even more.
Give these two a listen, you will not regret!
I’ve listened to all the episodes and always look forward to a new one coming out.
I was born and raised in the Netherlands and left for the USA at age 23.
I still come back home regularly because of course there are plenty of things I miss besides the obvious like family and friends.
Listening to most episodes I have a big smile on my face.
They hit on all the things the Dutch don’t realize are quirky or completely different than the way they are elsewhere.
Very entertaining, you will laugh a lot, keep up the good work!
I’m looking forward to being back there in October .
Will make you laugh
As someone who has a Dutch background but never lived in Holland, I feel as if I can finally understand my family. The show is not only funny, but does a great job explaining the odd “Dutchisms”