Sunday, December 25, 2016

The Lettuce Beets: Fa-la-la la-la la-la la-LETTUCE! - Show Notes


Happy Holiday from The Lettuce Podcast - it's a festive holiday episode of The Lettuce Beets for you, Lettuceheads! Laura and Charlotte chat about their holiday goings-on including experimenting with nail art, the difficulties of gift-giving, and attending holiday concerts. Laura enjoys some holiday entertainment including She & Him's new album Christmas Party and the Christmas classic Love Actually. Charlotte talks about Heroes of the Storm and adventures in jigsaw puzzles. The girls then do a special Tarot reading to examine the accomplishments and challenges coming in 2017!

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Join us next week for another topic episode of The Lettuce Podcast: The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo. Laura will host this episode about one of literature's most kick-ass heroines, Lisbeth Salander!

Until then,

Arugulater!

Sunday, December 18, 2016

Gilmore Gourds: A Yam in the Lettuce - Show Notes


This week on The Lettuce Podcast, Charlotte and Laura cover the new Netflix mini-series Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life. The girls are excited to revisit the characters of one of their favorite television series. They discuss many of the characters' new story-lines, whether or not the new episodes feel like classic Gilmore Girls, and the possibility of more episodes. Charlotte explains her feelings about Lorelai's new put-together life with Luke and how she empathizes for Lorelai during Richard's funeral. Laura chats about Rory as a difficult, but lovable character and her frustration with Logan. The girls also pick their most and least favorite of the four episodes and discuss those famous final four words. Is Rory bound for a new career after struggling with journalism? Has Luke been dumbed down? And why was Lane so underused in the revival episodes? All these subjects and more are discussed on this super-sized episode of The Lettuce Podcast! SPOILER WARNING: the final four words are said and discussed at length during this episode and repeated at the very ending of the episode. If you have not watched Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life and do not want to know what the final four words are, we recommend watching the Netflix series before listening.

For the Fun & Games segment, Charlotte and Laura both reveal what they think their final four words for their lives would be. They also compete head-to-head in a Gilmore Girls trivia quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Gilmore Girls?



For this episode's podtails, Charlotte sipped on a Lorelai-approved cup of coffee. Laura's podtail was inspired by Lorelai's Wild hike where she enjoyed boxed wine with fellow hikers.

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Don't forget to join us next week for The Lettuce Beets! The next topic episode of The Lettuce Podcast will begin the The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo series. Laura will host this episode about one of literature's most kick-ass heroines, Lisbeth Salander!

Until then,
Arugulater!

Sunday, December 11, 2016

The Lettuce Beets: Talking As Fast As I Cabbage - Show Notes


This week on The Lettuce Beets, Charlotte and Laura chat about trying new lipstick shades, holiday parties, and knitting. They also share their new entertainment interests including the Peak Brain Game App, Braveheart, and Florence Foster Jenkins. In the Media Wrap-Up segment, the girls review Lauren Graham's new memoir Talking As Fast As I Can: From Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls. To close, Charlotte and Laura find out what kind of weather they are!

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The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!

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Don't forget to join us next week for the next topic episode of The Lettuce Podcast. The topic at hand will be Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life. Charlotte hosts this return to Stars Hollow in the original Netflix revival.

Until then,
Arugulater!

Sunday, December 4, 2016

Fantastic Beets and Where to Find Thyme - Show Notes



This week on The Lettuce Podcast, the hosts return to where it all began: the wizarding world of Harry Potter! Charlotte and Laura gab about a new Hufflepuff hero in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. They discuss their love of the delightfully quirky Newt Scamander, the scary and frustrating Second Salem movement, and which of the fantastic beasts they liked the most. Charlotte wonders how well the film fits into the Harry Potter world we know and if there's excitement for future movies. Laura examines the difference between US and UK magical law enforcement. Both girls gush about the budding romance between Jacob and Queenie, talk about the role of Dumbledore in the future, and their new wizarding heroine Tina. How does no-maj Jacob help introduce movie-goers to a world they already know? How are Tina and Queenie so different yet equally loveable? And is Newt's mating dance the absolute best scene in the film? All these questions and more are up for debate in this week's episode of The Lettuce Podcast!



Charlotte and Laura give their rating of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and then move to their favorite segment: Fun & Games! The hosts feel it necessary to play a round of Kill, Marry, Pity Date – their favorite game and go-to for all Harry Potter topics. The girls also take a quiz to determine if they are more Tina or Queenie.






For this episodes Podtails, Charlotte enjoyed a cup of tea (like a good Brit!) and Laura sipped on a glass of Champagne aka Giggle Water.
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The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!

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Don't forget to join us next week The Lettuce Beets! The next topic episode of The Lettuce Podcast will be able Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life. Charlotte hosts this return to Stars Hollow in the original Netflix revival.

Until then,
Arugulater! 

Sunday, November 27, 2016

The Lettuce Beets: Doctor Strange


After a brief hiatus, Laura and Charlotte are back! In this supersized episode, they chat about Laura's wedding and honeymoon, Charlotte's weekend trip to Asheville, and of course - Costco! They also catch up on their current entertainment consumption including books, The Office, Survivor, Inferno, and more. For this week's Media Wrap-up, the girls review Marvel Studios' Doctor Strange. Finally, during the Fun & Games segment, the girls find out what their birth stones say about their personalities.


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The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!

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Don't forget to join us next week the next topic episode of The Lettuce Podcast. Charlotte and Laura will be returning to the magical wizarding world in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.

Until then,
Arugulater!

Sunday, October 23, 2016

On Her Majesty's Secret Spinach


 The Lettuce Podcast jumps into another James Bond film and discusses On Her Majesty's Secret Service. We are joined by a special guest, our friend Christine! We talk about what we thought of George Lazenby as 007, the music and of course the gadgets! We played an epic Kill, Marry, Pity Date and create our own gadgets! Listen in and join in on this fun filled episode!

 

The Lettuce Podcast is a garden of entertainment from books to television and everything in between! We cover topics like Harry Potter, Glee, James Bond, Game of Thrones, the Marvel Universe, and much more. For more information: The Lettuce Podcast BlogFacebookTwitteriTunes, and Stitcher. The Lettuce Podcast is also available for Andriod devices via Podcast Addict and Satchel.


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Sunday, October 9, 2016

The Perks of Being a Cauliflower - Show Notes



This week on The Lettuce Podcast, Laura and Charlotte explore life as a shy teenager in Stephen Chbosky's The Perks of Being a Wallflower. They chat about the book's unique narrative style, Charlie and his friends, mental illness, and more. They also compare the book to its movie component and the coming-of-age themes to their own coming-of-age experiences. Laura shares how she found the book in her teenage years and how it affected her life. She also shares why she is frustrated with the movie adaptation, but still has affection for the film. Charlotte chats about her struggles with Sam and her fondness for Patrick. She also shares how reading the novel changed her experience after previously viewing the film. Both hosts bond over their love of Charlie's English teacher Bill and are surprised to find out their have a shared theory about Aunt Helen. Why was the nature of Charlie's mental illness changed from book to movie? Did Charlie need a more supportive family? And aren't we all just hoping to have a teacher like Bill?

The Fun & Games section was inspired by a classic high school game – MASH! Laura and Charlotte both endured the long, but rewarding process of choosing spouses, jobs, cars, and more. After a careful elimination process, the hosts were able to find out what their 100% guaranteed futures would be! Listen to find out which girl got to marry Jason Momoa!



This week's podtail was a double drink! Charlotte was inspired by Charlie's dislike of beer and enjoyed a local brew - Big Boss Brewery's Harvest Time. Laura was inspired by Charlie's dates with Mary Elizabeth and added some brandy to a mug of Wassel (a favorite fall drink similar to mulled cider)!


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The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!

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Don't forget to join us next week for The Lettuce Beets! The next topic episode of The Lettuce Podcast will find our hosts back on a mission with 007. Laura and Charlotte will welcome their friend Christine as a guest to chat about On Her Majesty's Secret Service!

Until then,
Arugulater! 

Sunday, October 2, 2016

The Lettuce Beets: Pandemic


This week on The Lettuce Beets, Laura talks about her solo weekend and Kyle's bachelor party while Charlotte dishes on her new boyfriend. They also chat about the new season of Dancing with the Stars, the Ting-Tings, and comedy. After a long absence, the Media Wrap-Up Segment returns as Laura and Charlotte rave about the board game Pandemic. For fun & games, Laura does a 1 card tarot reading and the girls take a Buzzfeed quiz to find their next Netflix movie night selection.


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The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!

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Don't forget to join us next week for the next topic episode of the Lettuce Podcast! Laura will moderate and share one of her favorite books with Charlotte. The girls will be transported back to their high school years with The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky.


Until then,
Arugulater! 

Sunday, September 25, 2016

Gilmore Gourds (Season 1) - Show Notes


It's an exciting week for The Lettuce Podcast! Charlotte moderates this week's episode, with Laura in tow, about a shared favorite television show: Season 1 of Gilmore Girls. Both hosts were very excited to talk, talk, talk, and talk some more about this female forward series. The girls have a real gabfest about the townies, boyfriends, school frenemies, and the titular Gilmore family. They also reveal their favorite episodes and plots of the first season. Charlotte shares why she enjoys the character of Sookie, but still struggles with Melissa McCarthy as an actress. Laura makes a case for Dean as a decent first boyfriend, though she can't defend everything he does. The hosts also talk about who their favorite characters (Lorelai and Rory, duh!) and you may be surprised by some of the choices! Is Lorelai truly ignoring her feelings for Luke or is she simply not ready to accept them? Is Max a good fit for Lorelai? Are Charlotte and Laura Team Dean, Team Luke, Team Max, Team Lorelai, or Team Rory? Listen to find out!

For the Fun & Games segment, the hosts take a quiz to determine which Gilmore Girls guy is their soulmate. Then they play their favorite TLP game: Kill, Marry, Pity Date. This time around, the girls decided to play in the style of Lorelai and Rory's game "1, 2, 3... He's Yours!" and the result was a fun twist on an old favorite.


There is only one drink to have when talk about Gilmore Girls: coffee! For this week's podtail, Laura enjoyed a delicious cup of GG-approved coffee with a splash of Irish Cream to make it a true cocktail. 


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The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!

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Don't forget to join us next week for the next week for The Lettuce Beets! The next topic episode of the Lettuce Podcast will be moderated by Laura and she will be sharing one of her favorite books with Charlotte. The girls will be transported back to their high school years with The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky.


Until then,
Arugulater!

Sunday, September 18, 2016

The Lettuce Beets: Getting Emotional


This week on The Lettuce Beets, Charlotte talks about starting her new job and new life in North Carolina. Laura shares about her surprise wedding "sprinkle" thrown by friends and co-workers. The hosts each share their newest entertainment interests including the TV show Leverage and Mindy Kaling's autobiography Is Everybody Hanging Out Without Me (And Other Concerns). For the Fun & Games segment, Charlotte and Laura take a quiz to find out what their strongest emotions are!
The Lettuce Podcast is a garden of entertainment from books to television and everything in between! We cover topics like Harry Potter, Glee, James Bond, Game of Thrones, the Marvel Universe, and much more. For more information: The Lettuce Podcast BlogFacebookTwitteriTunes, and Stitcher. The Lettuce Podcast is also available for Andriod devices via Podcast Addict and Satchel.

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The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!

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Don't forget to join us next week for the next topic episode of The Lettuce Podcast. This episode will be moderated by Charlotte and she'll be beginning the journey through one of her favorite TV series Gilmore Girls. Join for lots of coffee, fast talking, and reference dropping!


Until then,
Arugulater!  

Sunday, September 11, 2016

Laura's Music Madness - Show Notes




Grab your earbuds, Lettuce Heads, this week's episode is all about Laura's Music Madness! The Lettuce Podcast delves into six albums by some of Laura's favorite musicians including the Clash, Amy Winehouse, and more. She and Charlotte share their favorite/unfavorite tracks from each album, discuss style and musicianship, and share overall impressions of each album. Laura gushes about a young Amy Winehouse on her debut album Frank and the Clash's classic double album London Calling. Charlotte shares her feelings on Liz Phair's Exile in Guyville and how the album found her at a perfect time in her life. Both girls share the love of First Aid Kit, but don't see eye to eye on Stankonia. Are the Go-Gos the soundtrack to every teenage girl's life? Is “B.O.B.” an impressive display of rap skills or too repetitive? Which album got the highest rating out of 5 Chards and which got the lowest? Tune in to this week's episode to find out!



For the Fun & Games segment, Laura and Charlotte did one of their favorite activities for music episodes: haiku! Each host wrote a themed music haiku and the results were entertaining as always. They also played a game of music Madlibs (another favorite!) using a paragraph from the music Wikipedia page.





To celebrate her special music day, Laura picked a favorite drink as her podtail: spiced wine!

The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!

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Don't forget to join us next week for The Lettuce Beets! The next topic episode of The Lettuce Podcast will be moderated by Charlotte and she'll be beginning the journey through one of her favorite TV series Gilmore Girls. Join for lots of coffee, fast talking, and reference dropping!


Until then,
Arugulater! 

Sunday, September 4, 2016

The Lettuce Beets: Escarole the Room - Show Notes


This week on The Lettuce Beets, Laura and Charlotte chat about big life events. Charlotte talks about her move to North Carolina while Laura turns 30. They also talk about the Escape Room phenomenon, driving trucks, and new jobs. On the entertainment side, Laura compares Bunheads and Gilmore Girls. Charlotte also shares which type of entertainment she uses for relaxing. The girls also attempt to find their inner goddess with a quiz. All this and more on this week's episode of The Lettuce Beets!


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The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!

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The next topic episode of The Lettuce Episode will feature some of Laura's favorite music. She's be sharing music by The Clash, Amy Winehouse, and more.

Until then,
Arugulater!  

Sunday, August 28, 2016

A Clash of Kale - Show Notes





Feeling like there's a hole in your Sunday night because Game of Thrones is in hiatus? The Lettuce Podcast can help! On this week's episode, Charlotte guides Laura through the second installments of the epic book series A Song of Ice and Fire and its companion HBO series. In A Clash of Kings, the hosts chat about the many houses of Westeros, those who have crowned themselves kings, pivotal plot points, and more. They also compare scenes from the book to their depiction in the series and discuss the changes and liberties taken in Season 2 of Game of Thrones. Charlotte talks about what makes Daenarys a magical character and how she's able to rally her people. She then explains her views on Sam's character arc and the path of his story with the Night's Watch. Laura shares why she understands Theon's struggle, but still thinks he's horrible. She also talks about why House Stark is divided physically and figuratively. Together the hosts try to figure out which Lannisters are actually evil and which are simply trying to protect the family name. Is Jaime good or bad? Is Joffrey the male version of Cercei? And is Baelon Greyjoy the worst dad in history? All these question and more are answered on this week's episode of The Lettuce Podcast!

In the Fun & Games segment, the girls take a quiz to find our which Game of Thrones character they would be and get very exciting results! Charlotte then puts Laura to the test and asks her to make predictions about the series going forward. 

 
This week's Podtail was a homemade drink Laura made in honor of a new favorite character. Brienne the Blue is a strong but sweet drink comprised of honey whiskey, blue curacao, blackberry flavored sprakling water, and blueberries.
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The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!

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Don't forget to join us next week for The Lettuce Beets! The next topic episode of The Lettuce Episode will feature some of Laura's favorite music. She's be sharing music by The Clash, Amy Winehouse, and more.

Until then,
Arugulater! 

Sunday, August 21, 2016

The Lettuce Beets: Sausage Party - Show Notes


It's an exciting week for The Lettuce Beets! Charlotte and Laura update on their lives with Laura's wedding plans and Charlotte's trip to Denver. Laura talks about Crazy Ex Girlfriend and loves on audio books. Charlotte talks about her most recent movie watches - Suicide Squad and Sausage Party. They end with another Tarot card reading that gives both Charlotte and Laura insight. 


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The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!

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The next topic episode of The Lettuce Podcast will continue the journey through George R.R. Martin's epic A Song of Ice and Fire series. Charlotte will moderate this episode about A Clash of Kings and the second season of the HBO series Game of Thrones!

Until then,
Arugulater!

Sunday, August 14, 2016

Hip Hip Double Step - Show Notes




This week on The Lettuce Podcast, Charlotte and Laura celebrate their 50th episode by engaging in a rap battle! For this episode, entitled the Hip Hop Double Step, each host brought 3 albums by some of their favorite hip hop artists to the table. Laura's choices included some classic hip hop such as the Notorious B.I.G.'s Ready to Die and Nas' Illmatic while Charlotte kept the conversation current with selections like Iggy Azalea's The New Classic and Lil Wayne's Tha Carter IV. The hosts compare and contrast their choices while discussing style, songs, lyrics, and more. Laura explains how her choices helped to set the foundation for her love of the hip hop genre. Charlotte talks about fast-paced rapping and how it keeps her interested in current hip hop style. Is Missy Elliot better by herself with with featured artists? Does repetition help or hurt Nas' “One Love”? Is Iggy Azalea's vocal style unique or grating? All these questions and more are answered in this week's special 50th episode of The Lettuce Podcast.



For the Fun & Games segment, Laura and Charlotte test their knowledge of rappers' real names with a Buzzfeed quiz. They also take some time to reflect on the past 50 episode of The Lettuce Podcast and discuss their favorite and least favorite topics, what they've learned since beginning the podcast, and tease some upcoming topics!




When talking about hip hop, there is one drink above all that must be imbibed: champagne! While both Laura and Charlotte wished they could have enjoyed a flute of Cristal, they had to settle for a less prestigious brand.

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The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!


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Don't forget to join us next week for The Lettuce Beets! The next topic episode of The Lettuce Podcast will continue the journey through George R.R. Martin's epic A Song of Ice and Fire series. Charlotte will moderate this episode about A Clash of Kings and the second season of the HBO series Game of Thrones!

Until then,
Arugulater!


Sunday, July 31, 2016

The Lettuce Who Loved Me (James Bond) - Show Notes



England needs us, Lettuce Heads. It's time to zip up our ski suits and head out on another mission with 007! This week on The Lettuce Podcast, Laura introduces her favorite James Bond film to Charlotte - The Spy Who Loved Me. The chat about all their favorite and unfavorite James Bond tropes including gadgets, action sequences, characters, and more. Laura touches on all the elements that make this movie special to her including the famous ski sequence and her favorite henchman Jaws. Charlotte comments on the action sequences noting some she liked and some she didn't like as much. The hosts highlight the film's various characters including Roger Moore's portrayal of Bond, stoic Bond Girl Anya, and the mysterious Karl Stromberg. They also chat about Carly Simon's "Nobody Does It Better" as one of their favorite opening themes, but note the sparse music throughout the rest of the film. Why is Karl Stromberg so obsessed with the ocean? Is James actually a good spy or just good at getting out of a pickle? And is Jaws the slowest moving person in history? All this and more on this week's episode of The Lettuce Podcast.

The Spy Who Loved Me gets high marks in the rating section, but you'll have to listen to find out how high. For the Fun & Games segment, Laura and Charlotte play one of their favorite games to play for a 007 mission: Madlibs! They also use a name generator to determine their James Bond Villain names and secret lairs.

 When on a mission with 007, there is no better Podtail than a martini! This drink is extremely versatile and can be made with a variety of ingredients and preparation methods. This episode, Laura and Charlotte enjoyed gin martinis with a twist!

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The Lettuce Podcast is available on iTunes, Stitcher, Satchel, and Podcast Addict. If you like what you hear and want to be part of the conversation, feel free to leave a comment on this or any blog post. You can also help us reach a wider audience by rating and reviewing The Lettuce Podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Thanks for listening and for your support!


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Don't forget to join us next week for The Lettuce Beets! The next topic episode will be the long awaited Hip Hop Double Step*. Charlotte and Laura will each share three of their favorite hip hop artists to compare and contrast. Join us for a fun and unique episode!

Until then,
Arugulater!


*Note: The recording of this episode states A Clash of Kings/Game of Thrones Season 2 as our next topic. Due to some scheduling changes, the order of episode releases changed. Don't worry- ACOK is coming soon, just not next. :)