In this special episode of the Spit Take Podcast, Adam, Stef, and Alex welcome their very first family guest—Adam and Stef’s dad, Ken Krauss (aka “Coach” to the grandkids)—to celebrate his 70th birthday in style.

From his early days in advertising and public relations to becoming one of the top softball pitching coaches in the Chicagoland area, Ken shares stories, wisdom, and plenty of laughs with the crew. But this isn’t just a birthday tribute—it's a deep dive into the roots of their shared love for movies, pop culture, and storytelling.

Ken brings a curated list of must-watch films from his generation, starting with the classic MASH* (1970), breaking down why these movies still matter today and how they shaped modern entertainment. Along the way, the group debates IMDb trivia obsession, swaps hilarious family stories, and goes off the rails in true Spit Take fashion.

Expect:

• 🎬 Classic movie recommendations everyone should know

• 😂 Family banter and unfiltered humor

• 🎙️ Behind-the-scenes podcast origin stories

• 🧠 Pop culture insights across generations

Whether you’re a film buff, a trivia nerd, or just here for the chaos, this episode delivers laughs, nostalgia, and a whole lot of personality.

🎉 Happy 70th Birthday, Coach!

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In this hilarious and unfiltered episode of Spit Take, things get interesting fast when Alex brings a first date straight onto the podcast. Yes, really. Leslie joins Stef and Alex just hours after their first meetup, turning this episode into a chaotic “second date” filled with bold takes, awkward moments, and nonstop laughs.

The conversation dives deep into reality TV obsession—from Bravo shows and Real Housewives to Vanderpump Rules and Summer House drama. Stef and Leslie finally get their girl-talk moment, breaking down iconic reality TV moments, relationships, and behind-the-scenes chaos, while Alex struggles to keep up.

You’ll hear hot takes on dating, relationships, pop culture, and whether reality TV stars are aspirational or just entertaining trainwrecks. Plus, the group debates everything from nerd culture vs. Bravo fandom to what it really means to connect with someone on a first (and second?) date.

If you love messy conversations, reality TV drama, and podcasts that feel like you’re hanging out with friends, this episode is for you.

🎙️ Topics include:

• First date → podcast guest in one day

• Bravo & reality TV deep dives (Real Housewives, Vanderpump, Summer House)

• Dating dynamics and red flags

• Nerd culture vs. pop culture debates

• Unfiltered, chaotic, and hilarious conversations

Hit play for laughs, drama, and a completely unpredictable episode of Spit Take.

In this episode of SpitTake Podcast, Adam, Alex, and Stef dive into a chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly deep conversation about movie soundtracks, iconic needle drops, and the power of music in film and TV. The trio kicks things off by roasting Riverside’s new layout—“Riverside, if you're listening, we don't like it. Fix it.” —before spiraling into everything from Spotify’s disco‑ball icon to Deadpool & Wolverine cameos.

The main theme centers on legendary soundtracks: Varsity Blues, Can’t Hardly Wait, Baby Driver, Dazed and Confused, Forrest Gump, Supernatural, Now and Then, Josie & the Pussycats, and more. They break down why certain songs hit harder on screen, with Alex explaining needle drops—“a pop culture song dropped in… Guardians of the Galaxy… that’s a needle drop.”

The crew debates the best musical moments in film history, from Reservoir Dogs’ “Stuck in the Middle With You” to Love Actually’s “Jump (For My Love)”, and even the Watchmen opening set to Bob Dylan. They also wander into fashion cycles, 90s nostalgia, and why Gen Z suddenly loves pop‑punk again.

In What You Watchin’, they unpack Saltburn in detail—yes, including that bathwater scene—“Why did he drink his dirty bath water…?” —plus new documentaries, Shoresy, American Dad, and Jake Johnson’s Self Reliance.

This episode blends music nerdery, movie talk, dark humor, and unhinged tangents—classic SpitTake energy.