In this episode Allard gets to ask all his questions about one of his favourite North-American mysteries: highschool! Is it really like what the Dutch saw growing up on TV and the movies? From yellow school buses, to jocks, cheerleaders, school dances and prom - Colleen and Allard discuss what makes the Dutch highschool experience sooo completely different from that of North America. And yes, there are lots of 90201 references (cause that's how Dutchies think it all was like), silly anecdotes an...
Feb 04, 2023•48 min•Season 2Ep. 5
In this episode Allard and Colleen discuss all things Dutch healthcare - including their own blunders and some (painfully!) awkward encounters with Dutch doctors. Why do expats and foreigners have such a hard time getting used to the Dutch healthcare system, and could the Dutch huisarts (GP) simply be replaced by a Paracetamol dispenser?! Both Colleen and Allard have had their fair share of hospital visits, but find out why they both think 'Dutch directness' and health can either go to together ...
Jan 13, 2023•36 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Happy 2023! On this episode Allard and Colleen talk houses and the notable differences between Dutch and North American design. Why is there so much carpet in America?! What is with all the wooden kitchen cupboards, leather couches, and the national obsession with countertops?! (Spoiler: no one cares if it's marble/granite/godknowswhat). Didn't think the differences were that big? Think again! Colleen and Allard talk about their pet peeves including the HUGE ASS fridges of America vs the teeny-t...
Jan 04, 2023•44 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Welcome to the Stuff Dutch People Like holiday edition! In this episode Colleen and Allard discuss all the (weird, wacky and wonderful) Dutch traditions around the holiday season. Why do the Dutch have two Christmas days? What do the Dutch typical eat for their Christmas meal? (Hint: it’s definitely not a turkey!) How do the Dutch celebrate New Year’s? And why do so many Dutchies insist on starting their year off —naked?! Grab an oliebol and some gluhwein and come celebrate the vrolijk feestdage...
Dec 23, 2022•48 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Allard and Colleen are back bright-eyed and bushy-tailed for a new season of Stuff Dutch People Like! And what better than jumping right into the most beloved Dutch holiday season?! That's right - Sinterklaas! As promised, this season will have its fair share of guests. This episode welcome Charlotte Bouman, a long-time friend of Allard, who just happens to have something in common with Mister Sint himself. Allard, Colleen and Charlotte get down to business discussing everything from Sint's swee...
Dec 04, 2022•37 min•Season 2Ep. 1
On the Season Finale of Stuff Dutch People Like, Allard has a surprise for Colleen: a table covered in Dutch snacks (aka deep fried delights!). This is Colleen's official 'inburgering' (integration) exam! Has she been paying attention to Allard's description of his favorite snacks -- and more importantly, as a non-Dutchie, what will she rank each one?! Warning: if you don't like listening to people talk with their mouths full, lick their fingers or "ohhh and ahh" over food - this episode might n...
Oct 09, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode Colleen and Allard discuss money and how the Dutch are different when it comes to their spending and lending habits. What's up with Dutch credit cards? Why are there no 'real' credit cards in this country? ...and more importantly: are the Dutch truly as cheap as everyone says or is it just practicality? Colleen and Allard agree it's likely somewhere in the middle....but don't get Colleen starting about the Dutch and their stingy gift giving habits! From extreme couponing to the D...
Sep 24, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 11
On this episode, Allard and Colleen discuss what makes the Dutch "unique" when it comes to vacations and holidays. Which countries do the Dutch visit the most? How do they travel? And how the heck do they afford SO many holidays abroad? They talk caravans, the differences between Dutch camping and North American camping...and how any self-respecting Dutchie would never leave home without their peanut butter, potatoes and hagelslag! A quirky comfort blanket, a cheap habit or simply practicality? ...
Sep 11, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 10
On this episode Allard and Colleen discuss the Dutch language --in particular, Dutch people's love of idioms and expressions! Colleen explains how understanding the Dutch language is one thing, but mastering ALL the Dutch expressions (and their befuddling meanings!) could truly take a lifetime. So which expressions cause the most confusion for foreigners? Colleen challenges Allard on a few of her favourites, and Allard tries (hopelessly?) to make sense of them! What do cows, wind, rain and 'ange...
Aug 17, 2022•22 min•Season 1Ep. 9
On this episode, Colleen and Allard discuss Dutch working culture; Allard wants to know if it really is as different as foreigners say it is, and Colleen is here to answer with a big "hell YES"! But the big question is: are the Dutch slackers? They work the least amount of hours in Europe, have tons of holidays and seem to be home on time for the school pick-up. How do they do it? With their love of meetings and lack of hierarchies, Colleen and Allard discuss the pros and cons of working in a Du...
Aug 07, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This episode starts with Colleen and Allard discussing the Dutch seasons; they both can agree that spring in the Netherlands is the bomb. But Dutch summer? Often a tragedy. Somehow they end up on the 'elfstedentocht' and the Netherlands best cookie (hint: it is NOT the stroopwafel). They then launch into their full assault of Dutch 'fashion' (think strips, red pants and bad jeans), before trying hopelessly to figure out who is responsible for the female red spiky mullet and WHY is it a thing?! A...
Jul 31, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Colleen and Allard discuss the differences between Dutch and North-American parenting, the benefits of treacherous Dutch playgrounds and the cultural differences on the perception of safety. Colleen professes her love for the Dutch laid-back approach to safety, laws and regulations in the Netherlands. No helmets? No life-jackets? Treating adults like adults? Yes please! Allard and Colleen discuss the unique ways the Dutch teach their kids to swim, and Allard relives his ‘birthday boy’ days at el...
Jul 18, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode, Allard and Colleen discuss the Dutch kitchen. Allard proclaims his love for all things mashed, boiled and fried - and tries (hopelessly) to explain to Colleen the difference between Ketchup and Ketjap, the merits of all the Dutch 'spreads', and why Kale is not cool. At least they can agree on Filet Americain....or can they? Things takes a turn for the worst when they start discussing the Dutch and their toilet habits. Make.it.stop. The episode concludes with a confession from Co...
Jul 03, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode, Colleen and Allard discuss biking in the Netherlands. We all know the Dutch love to bike, but what's it really like to live in a city that's always on two wheels? Why does Colleen hate e-bikes so much? And why are Allard's bikes *constantly* getting stolen? Our two hosts somehow move on to an equally fascinating topic: Dutch flirting...or lack thereof. Finally something Allard and Colleen can both agree on! And lastly, what about the tradition of the Dutch three kisses? Is Allar...
Jun 26, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Allard wants to talk about 'gezellig'. Does Colleen, a Canadian, truly understand what it means? Is there really no English translation?....and more importantly, does Colleen agree with her Dutch doctor that giving birth can even be 'gezellig'? The episode also covers the odd springtime tradition of 'Rokjesdag', the Dutch love of complaining, and how Allard thinks a good cup of coffee can solve just about any problem. Like always, the episode concludes with Allard's favourite topic, and this tim...
Jun 17, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Colleen and Allard dive deep into Dutch traditions, starting with the infamous Dutch Birthday Party. What is a kringfeestje? Why do you have to bring cake to work in the Netherlands, every year, on your OWN birthday? Why does Colleen have such a problem with the Dutch kraambezoek? Why do Dutch grown adults eat sprinkles on their bread in this country?! The episode concludes with a discussion on the Kapsalon and Paatje Oorlog (both fries!), while Allard hopelessly continues to try to impress Coll...
Jun 10, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Colleen and Allard kick off the very first episode of the Stuff Dutch People Like podcast with an investigation into Dutch directness. Are the Dutch really as direct as people say they are? What do the Dutch themselves think of this honesty? And why is it such a faux-pas to brag in this country!? Colleen and Allard conclude the episode with an explanation of the Dutch kroket and bitterballen while pondering the rituals around Dutch snack-culture.
May 29, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 1
