Best Bluejay Banter Podcasts (2025)

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Chit Chat 171 Empty Offices, Rolling Raptures, and Prosthetic Leg Encounters 38:10

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This episode delivers a delightfully chaotic mix of everyday frustrations and apocalyptic humor. The hosts dive into their return-to-office woes, with Jeff hilariously describing their twice-weekly visits to an empty building where their only human interaction is with Krista, the cheerful cleaning lady. The conversation takes an unexpected turn as …

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Chit Chat 170 Sleepy Bitch, Copilot Rescue & Aging Nudges 45:07

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This episode captures the beautiful chaos of modern life as our hosts navigate everything from 4:30 AM workouts to midnight work sessions. One host embraces her "sleepy bitch" energy while juggling early morning fitness and evening events, while the other battles corporate inefficiency, learning XLOOKUP formulas and wrestling with 73-page business …

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Chit Chat 169 Weekend Whirlwinds: Weddings, Markets, and Awkward Encounters 44:02

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Join our hosts as they navigate through their diverse experiences, including catering their first lesbian wedding, dealing with challenging bar patrons during the Kenmore Bar Crawl, and an unexpectedly violent movie screening of "Caught Stealing." The conversation weaves through Bills game mishaps, delicious café discoveries at Third Space, and the…

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Chit Chat 168 From Speeding Tickets to BlueJays and LOTS OF SPOILER ALERTS 34:42

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Ever wondered how a speeding ticket could turn into a heartwarming encounter? Join us for this episode packed with surprising moments and delightful discoveries. When Samantha gets pulled over, an unexpectedly kind police officer turns what could have been a stressful situation into a memorable story. The conversation takes us on a journey from Buf…

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Chit Chat 167 Sam is utterly unhinged. 38:37

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Ever wondered what it's like starting a new job where your colleagues are just floating names on a screen? Dive into this episode where our host shares the amusing reality of navigating virtual meetings with camera-shy coworkers. The conversation weaves through personal growth, celebrating hard work over natural talent, and delicious culinary disco…

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Chit Chat 166 Sam's off to a New Gig! 32:21

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Sam's taken a new direction in her career and we cannot wait to see how well and fast she takes over the joint. Jeff's trying to get every last round of golf in before the snow flies. (Yes this wasn't written by AI this time)By Samantha Smith and Jeffrey Siefert

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Chit Chat 165 Weekend Whirlwind: Adulting, Dating, and Deep Connections 48:46

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From a chaotic game of beer croquet to a surprise connection at a dating show, this episode takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the speakers' action-packed social calendar. Join Campbell and Tiffany as they navigate the delicate balance of relationships, career milestones, and spontaneous adventures. Experience their hilarious encounter at a …

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Chit Chat 164 Golfing Tales, Bar Banter and Happy Birthday AFK! 44:38

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Ever wondered how former "elite athletes" cope with aging? This entertaining episode dives into the humorous reality of transitioning from intense workouts to the more humble pursuit of treadmill walking. Our hosts share their week filled with physical adaptations, memorable meals, and social encounters that'll have you laughing along. The heart of…

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Chit Chat 163 The Playful Aunt: Chaos, Laughter, and Resilience 41:58

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Ever wondered what happens when you mix five energetic kids, a stuck popcorn kernel, and a career-changing decision? This episode takes you on a rollercoaster of real-life adventures! From heartwarming moments as the fun Aunt at a family cottage to a frustrating emergency room saga, our hosts share their recent experiences with candor and humor. Th…

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Chit Chat 162: Heat Waves and Heartfelt Laughs: Navigating Life’s Challenges 28:40

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From hilarious marijuana misadventures to awkward encounters in broom closets, this episode is packed with summer shenanigans and relatable moments. Join us as we navigate through scorching gym sessions, unexpected reunions at Resurgence, and a passionate debate about teachers' salaries that hits close to home.…

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Chit Chat 161 Office Antics and AI Adventures: A Recipe for Laughter 35:31

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From spaghetti disasters to missing cups, this episode takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the everyday chaos of office life while diving into thought-provoking discussions about AI in education. Join Samantha and Jeff as they navigate workplace dynamics with humor and heart. The conversation weaves through various adventures, from golf club …

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Chit Chat 160 It's finnnneee it was when I was drinking, that doesn't count! 33:36

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Ever wondered what happens when a golf push cart goes rogue? This episode takes you on a hilarious journey through a week filled with memorable moments and amusing mishaps. From one host's less-than-stellar performance as the matchmaker in "Fiddler on the Roof" to an embarrassing drunk flirtation with a friend's father, the stories keep coming. The…

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Chit Chat 159 Rekindling Connections: Joy, Laughter, and Life's Little Moments 34:38

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Journey through a whirlwind of experiences as our hosts share their eventful week filled with surprising encounters and entertaining tales. From a serendipitous reunion with an old flame in Utica to celebrating summer solstice in the woods with food and bonfires, this episode captures the essence of life's unexpected moments. The conversation weave…

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Chit Chat 158: Pizza, Protest, and Power 36:48

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This week's episode weaves through Father's Day festivities, featuring a surprisingly excellent tuna steak, family golf outings, and dance recital celebrations. Shopping adventures at Gabe's, movie critiques (including some harsh words for Ralph Macchio), and a thoughtful discussion about Netflix's portrayal of women's empowerment round out this en…

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Chit Chat 157 Celebrating tenure with Laughter, Memories, and Culinary Adventures 34:02

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Ever wondered what happens when you mix a disappointing taco salad, a massive Jehovah's Witness compound, and a viral TikTok about gay experiences? This episode takes you on a whirlwind journey through recent adventures and misadventures. From celebrating a rapid-fire tenure ceremony to packaging meals for those in need in the Buffalo community, ou…

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Chit Chat 156 NYC Adventures: From Broadway Bliss to Hidden Gems 47:04

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Ever wondered what happens when you mix Broadway shows, endless food quests, and the vibrant chaos of New York City? Join us for a whirlwind tour of the Big Apple, where Sam shares her recent adventure, including their slightly disappointing encounter with Nick Jonas on Broadway in "The Last Five Years" and an unexpected gem - a cozy Irish pub that…

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Chit Chat 155: Copy Leg Day and Laughs: The Joys of Being Child-Free 49:49

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Ever felt like you're living through a zombie apocalypse after an exhausting day? Our hosts get real about navigating the delicate balance between adulting and leisure time in this candid episode. From hilarious gym struggles with their trainer Neddy to epic casino adventures and encounters with memorable characters like "Granny Yeet," this episode…

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Chit Chat 154 From Bar Tales to Governor Encounters: A Night of Unexpected Adventures 45:00

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Ever had a night that started one way and ended with sitting next to the Governor of NY? Dive into this entertaining episode packed with colorful stories from behind the bar, unexpected celebrity encounters, and the chaos of service industry life. Our hosts share their wild experience of crossing paths with NY Governor Kathy Hochul during a perform…

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Chit Chat 153 Cleveland, The Bandits, A Cat gets a whiff of something fierce. 39:09

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On this episode, Jeff recaps his work trip to Cleveland, Ohio-a city that delivered a little bit of everything. He kicked things off at Bad Medicine, a hip listening bar with killer mocktails and a Basil Brussel Sprout Caeser Salad Burger that’s worth the trip alone. He tried his luck at JACK Casino, won $45 and returned a lady's wallet, then balan…

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Chit Chat 153 Sadly our AI Editor corrupted the file beyond fixing. See ya next week! SORRY 0:14

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Chit Chat 152 Sam's Birthday and the Mile High City 41:47

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Ever wondered how confusing turning 38 can be? Join us for a delightfully chaotic episode where we navigate the mathematics of aging while exploring the vibrant city of Denver. We'll take you through a unique indoor gaming experience at Lob, share our disappointment at the locked State House, and recount our adventures at Red Rocks. Experience our …

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Chit Chat 151 From Spray Tans to Golf Slams: A Week of Unexpected Wins and Daily Adventures 53:34

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Join us for a delightfully chaotic episode filled with laugh-out-loud moments, including Sam's epic tug-of-war victory that landed her a bounty of free spray tans! We dive into everything from skincare secrets (featuring a game-changing salicylic acid bar) to the latest Kardashian cookie controversy. Experience the rollercoaster of emotions as we d…

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Chit Chat 150 From Pole Dancing Bruises to Light Shows: A Week of New Adventures 54:12

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Dive into this dynamic episode where our hosts take you on a journey through their latest fitness ventures, entertainment experiences, and life updates. From battling bruises in pole dancing classes to discovering the zen of Pilates reformer workouts, they candidly share their adventures in trying new forms of exercise. Experience their honest reac…

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Chit Chat 149 Murder, Mystery, and Must-See Entertainment: A Week of Thrilling Discoveries 47:17

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Dive into a captivating episode packed with entertainment gems and true crime intrigue! Jeff and Miles saw Shucked at Shea's, Sam Discovered the Golden Girls for Gay Men Mid Century Modern starring Nathan Lane and Matthew Bomer and the best Turkey Club! The highlight of this episode is a discussion with author Dawn Barclay about her groundbreaking …

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Chit Chat 148 Banditland and Poor Tyra Banks Face 49:18

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Chit Chat 147 Am I the asshole and is my boyfriend gay? 36:41

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Chit Chat 146 We've entered our Instacart era! 36:16

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Chit Chat 145 The Oscars, Golf Lesson Blunders, and Food Poisoning. 56:31

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Sam and Jeff discuss the Oscars well the few hours they watched before falling asleep at 9:30. Sam's been a traveling machine and Jeff's reading and watching the boob tube.

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Chit Chat 144 Sam's back and mad at Jeff 35:53

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Sam regals Jeff about her trip to Disney with the family. Jeff was a busy bee being so social. He's got moves all over that pole.

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Chit Chat 143 Sam's on PTO 47:33

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Sam's off galivanting around Florida, so Jeff's joined by his good Judy Jessica. We chat about Florida, food and CONTENT. Lots of content.

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Chit Chat 142 Its Halftime at the Bravo Bowl 45:45

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Sam and Jeff chat about the Super Bowl Half time show, and then Sam drops a bomb about Bravo!

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Chit Chat 141 Pink Ponnnnyyy Clubbbb! 29:41

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Sam and Jeff discuss the Grammys. Chappell, Sabrina, Beyonce, Doechii! What a show!

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Chit Chat 140 He's 40 Bitch! 41:41

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Jeff's back from Mexico overstuffed and underpaid. He read the Bitchy Waiter, watched 3 movies Barbie, The Postcard Killings and Anora. Sam was out toasting the town in honor of his birthday and took in heaps of content as well.By Samantha Smith and Jeffrey Siefert

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Chit Chat 138 Don't Mind the Bullet Holes 46:04

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This week Jeff tells our dear listeners about a gun shot in his office building. Sam talks about her trials and tribulations getting a little Ozempy from her doctor. There's heaps and loads of content to chat about. Tune in! Send us your recommendations for food, books, movies and shows!

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Chit Chat 137 Happy New Year! 46:22

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This week's episode we discuss a variety of food we have eaten, and LOADS of content. We watched, read and listened to. We are back in full swing! Send us your recommendations for food, shows, movies and experiences. You have a business let us promote it, with free samples of course!By Samantha Smith and Jeffrey Siefert

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Chit Chat 136 Go Bills and Happy New Year 40:41

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Annnnd We're back again. Sam ate around the Buffalo junk food scene with her College Friend Catherine! Partied hearty at the Bills Game. Jeff was living the boujie life in Club Seats with Corinne and they taken on some new books and movies. Send us your recommendations for things to watch and read!By Samantha Smith and Jeffrey Siefert

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Chit Chat 135 Merry Christmas Weeee'reeee Back Ya'lllllll! 53:45

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It's a Christmas present from Double Trouble to all our Shes, Hes, Gays and Theys! WE MISSED YOU. Recapped a little bit of our time off, chatted about some Christmas Favs, a little tea about the restaurant scene in Buffalo and our usual Gay Bestie Banter. And thoughts on a possible new name, Honestly Fans. Let us Know what ya think!…

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Chit Chat 134 Marathons, Mortal Enemies and Memorial Day 28:37

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We're taking a break for the summer! But first we chat about the Buffalo Marathon, some movies and dinner. Happy Pride! SEE YA IN SEPTEMBER!By Samantha Smith and Jeffrey Siefert

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Episode 183 The Murder of LaNell Barsock 27:42

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In Palmdale, California just north of LA June 16th, 2010, Larene Austin barges into the Palmdale Sheriff's office covered in blood. She found her casual girlfriend LaNell Barsock dead in the garage of her home, under a garbage with a gunshot wound to the head. Larene Austin told authorities that it had to be LaNell's boyfriend Louis. He was a jealo…

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Chit Chat 133 Adirondacks and Semi Gluttide 32:09

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This week's episode Jeff recounts his excursion with Miles and company to the Adirondacks. Sam played the supportive wife and went to a lovely celebration for Cameron's academic achievement. Don't Forget to Write Olga Dies Dreaming Stolen Baby - the murder of Heidi Broussard American Fiction The Holders…

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Episode 182 The Murder of Jessie Blodgett 22:47

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This week's episode is about the murder of Jessie Blodgett. The Hartford, Wisconsin community theater group was putting on a performance of Fiddler on the Roof. The show went off without a hitch. BUT what came next what unfathomable. Jessie Blodgett an actor was found dead after a cast party the night before, she was sexually assaulted and murdered…

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Chit Chat 132 OHIO and Mothers Day! 29:42

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This week Jeff's back from Ohio with stories of Gay Bars, Fat Bitch Burlesque and the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Sam and Jeff completely disagree on unfrosted. They both celebrated the special ladies in their lives for Mother's Day. Sam's been running up a storm!By Samantha Smith and Jeffrey Siefert

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Episode 181 The Curious Case of Frank Olson 30:50

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In 1953 Frank Olson was a scientist for the CIA. He was most notably working on Anthrax research. He was on his way trying to find his way out of the CIA. He was sent to NYC to see a psychiatrist for some mental health struggles when something unspeakable happened. He leapt to his death out of a NYC hotel room. BUT did he jump or was he pushed?…

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Chit Chat 131 Baby Reindeer is WILD 29:49

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By Samantha Smith and Jeffrey Siefert

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Episode 180 Joran van der Sloot 42:28

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This week's episode covers the new peacock documentary Pathological; The Lies of Joran van der Sloot. It covers the murder of Natalie Holloway including the extorsion of Beth Holloway, Natalie's mom, the murder of Stephany Flores and many, many more lies from this sadistic man.

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Chit Chat 130 Arizona, Sam's Birthday and Don't tell mom the babysitter's dead! 31:59

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Jeff's back from Arizona after a smashing trip with ASK. Sam turns 37 and celebrates with the girls and her gay. They took in heaps on content to regale the dear listeners in!By Samantha Smith and Jeffrey Siefert

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Episode 179 What happened to baby Lisa? 27:29

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In 2011, Baby Lisa was abducted from her Kansas City crib. Her mother was just hanging out having a girls night with the neighbors having some coffee when she woke up to find that her baby was missing. BUT was it just coffee? Did a local vagabond drug addict have anything to do with the disappearance? You be the judge!…