Pregnancy, fast food, politics, and mental health—Rebecca’s growing a human, Keith’s ranting about fries, and somehow it all leads to propaganda, parenting fails, and Norwegian weather complaints.

This episode’s got cultural confusion, unsolicited parenting advice, questionable food takes, and just enough tech paranoia to keep things interesting. From AI in your backyard to why Norway refuses to embrace sitcoms, Keith and Rebecca zigzag through life updates, mental health fallout, and fast food existentialism—without spilling a drink or finishing a point.

More Topics Covered:
- Rebecca drops a pregnancy reveal while breaking down American food cravings
- The fast food debate: why McDonald’s abroad feels gourmet compared to the U.S.
- How AI and robotics are creeping into agriculture and daily life- Cultural confusion over Halloween, Cinco de Mayo, and why Norwegians don’t do sitcoms

Chapters
00:00 Musical Reflections and Personal Stories
09:04 Personal Updates and Life Changes
16:00 Cultural Comparisons: Norway and the US
29:03 Travel Experiences and Preferences
38:55 Humor and Entertainment in Different Cultures
40:04 Cultural Perspectives on Temperature
43:00 Fast Food and American Influence
46:30 Parenting Insights and Baby Care
48:50 AI and Communication Breakthroughs
51:47 Robotics in Agriculture
54:22 Community Gardens and Local Initiatives
56:04 Reflections on Boston
01:00:06 Political Climate in Norway
01:03:02 Globalization and Local Impact
01:06:02 Humor and Lighthearted Banter
01:12:59 Life Expectancy Trends in the U.S.
01:15:51 COVID-19 Policies and Their Impact
01:19:22 Mental Health Consequences of COVID-19
01:22:41 Child Welfare During the Pandemic
01:24:28 Cultural Shifts in Norway
01:37:20 Documentary Insights and Personal Growth
01:43:23 Unexpected Parenting Moments
01:46:30 Creative Halloween Costumes
01:49:01 Cultural Candy Exchange
01:50:00 Cinco de Mayo and Historical Anecdotes
01:52:42 Travel Experiences and Cultural Insights
01:58:00 Social Media Trends and Masculinity
02:01:57 Insurance Claims and Digital Footprints
02:04:06 Education Standards and Historical Comparisons
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