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k&k episode 491 - the one where they learn how fish sauce is made... with the Fishes... and stuff...

In episode 491 we are pleased to present the final episode we recorded with Mr & Mrs Fish! We talk about fish sauce, communicating, guide books, favourite and least favourite places, souvenirs, scary and unexpected experiences, good and bad food. We finish off by talking about what they've learned about themselves and their relationship, and whether it's lived up to their expectations.

k&k episode 486 - the one where they travel vicariously to Cuba... and stuff...

In episode 486 we have the inimitable Frog in the studio, who regales us with tales of his recent trip to Cuba. We learn about SO many things, including what the locals can and can't eat and how (not) to take a taxi.

k&k episode 483 - the one where they discuss stereotypical food experiences... and stuff...

In episode 483 we discuss the need to taste stereotypical foods in different places around the world, what uncommon things we recommend people taste in France, and we describe some recent adventures we've had with listeners in Paris!

k&k episode 482 - the one where they talk about Christmas excitement & making people try unusual things... and stuff...

In episode 482 we get very excited about the arrival of the Christmas season and discuss what Katia's parents should eat when they're in France.

k&k episode 481 - the one where they continue discussing world travel with the Fishes... and stuff...

In episode 481 we pick up where we left off with Reed and Liz Fish, and chat about where they travelled, how they organised their trip and what their itinerary was like, what they saw and did on the way, and then we talk about the reality of how much a trip like this costs.

k&k episode 480 - the one where they talk about travelling around the world with the Fishes... and stuff...

We're rather excited in episode 480 as we welcome Reed and Liz Fish Fish in the studio to talk about taking a trip around the world! We talk about all the things they had to do in order to take their life on the road - from preparing for the trip to trying to decide where to go!

k&k episode 477 - the one where they talk about the influence of Mamma Mia and Lord of the Rings on travel choices... and stuff...

We've still got Steve with us in episode 477 as we continue to discuss the topic of media and how it influences our travel choices (in both positive and negative ways).

k&k episode 476 - the one where they talk moomins, make rhino sounds and spill wine... and stuff...

In episode 476 we are thrilled to chat with Steve about the books we read and movies and tv shows we saw as children which have influenced (and continue to influence) our travel choices.

k&k episode 475 - the one where they remember what it was like at the beginning... and stuff...

Things get real in episode 475 as we discuss how to help people and empathise with people who have just arrived in a new country without sounding like know-it-alls. We also talk about what was like when we first arrived in France - the difficulties we faced, the challenges we had to overcome, and how we came through the other side - and chat about how far we've come (or not come, depending on how you look at it).

This episode was brought to you by the term "un nouvel arrivant" (a new arrival).

k&k episode 474 - the one where they talk about experiential travel... and stuff...

In episode 474 Kylie tells us about some special fencing classes she's been taking, which leads us to talk about the concept of travelling to learn, and where you might travel to and under what circumstances in order to learn to do particular things, then we talk about the idea of "experiential travel", and what it means to travel for unique local experiences rather than just sightseeing.

k&k episode 473 - the one where they talk about napping... extensively... and stuff...

In episode 473 we talk more about our plans for episode 500, then discuss napping. Extensively. We wonder who would use the ZZZ Zen Bar in Paris where you can take a nap, and get very excited about the nap pods you can find in some airports around the world.

k&k episode 472 - the one where they discuss white nights and not riding bikes... and stuff...

In episode 472 Katia talks about meeting a listener of the show, we reveal our plans for episode 500 (how do YOU deal with the crazy person sitting next to you on the plane? Tell us now!), we talk about white night and trying to find a taxi, and Autolib', the new short term car rental scheme around Paris, inspired by the Vélib.

k&k episode 471 - the one where they talk about honeymoons and butlers... and stuff...

In episode 471 we continue our discussion about travel choices, including travelling with a guide and the importance of a good travel agent when organising a complex trip. We then revisit the concept of the all-inclusive trip, and reconsider the pros and cons of this sort of travel depending on the goal of the holiday.

k&k episode 470 - the one where they discuss weddings and buying tickets... and stuff...

In episode 470 we get excited about the rapidly approaching episode 500, then after talking about wedding celebrations, we chat about the way we organise our travel plans today and how that has changed over the years.

k&k episode 466 - the one where they drink birthday cocktails and what it's like living in France... and stuff...

Armed with delicious birthday cocktails in episode 466, we ask listeners to suggest a name for our latest concoction, discuss what the show would be called in French, talk about how we respond when asked what it's like living in France, Kylie recounts an encounter she had over a métro ticket, then we chat about the journées du patrimoine.

k&k episode 465 - the one where they talk about wine cellars and cross-cultural games... and stuff...

In episode 465 we continue to get silly with Frog, and Katia talks about discovering an amazing wine cellar filled with history, which leads to a discussion about the physical impact of the various world war on France, then we talk about the difficulties of finding party games that can be played in mixed culture/language groups.

k&k episode 464 - the one where they talk about provence and scorpions... and stuff...

We're thrilled to have Frog in the studio with us for episode 464, and we continue talking about what we did over the summer - visiting Châteauneuf-du-Pape, lots of wine tasting, staying in a gay-friendly b&b, spending quality time with Ann and Chris, encountering scorpions, cooking, swimming, ice-cream making, dining with Kristin & Jean-Marc Espinasse, visiting the Ab Fab castle, and stereotypes of Provence.

k&k episode 463 - the one where they discuss the pays basque, pottoks and pintxos... and stuff...

In episode 463 we talk about our trip to the pays Basque using a homemade guide book, then we discuss the pottok (or pottokaks), language, accents, regional pride, a trip to San Sebastièn, tapas eating (also known as pintxos) and eurogaming.

k&k episode 462 - the one where they talk about tgvs and guide books... and stuff

We're full of summer holiday happiness in episode 462 and get to talking about some of the adventures we had during the holidays - visiting Frog's parents, taking the tgv and the usefulness of guidebooks.

k&k episode 458 - the one where they talk about eating on the métro and happy birthday songs... and stuff...

In an episode 458 we recorded a few months ago with Steve, we somehow manage to spend the entire episode talking about celebrity sightings, eating on public transport and in the car and how we sing happy birthday. And that's it.

k&k episode 456 - the one where they talk about what to do with the parental figures... and stuff...

In episode 456 we discuss visiting haunted houses, parental visits, what to do with people who have visited Paris multiple times, Paris Plage and boats!

This episode was brought to you by the word "un chocolat chaud" (hot chocolate).

k&k episode 455 - the one where they talk about a different type of travaux castor... and stuff...

In episode 455 Katia describes a visit to the beauty salon and we discuss cultural differences in personal grooming habits. We also talk about linguistic differences, wifebeaters and plans for the summer holidays. WARNING: this episode may be slightly inappropriate for younger ears and we discuss some subjects that are NSFW (particularly the wikipedia page we discussed on the show).

k&k episode 454 - the one where they drink margaritas on Bastille Day and pose a language challenge... and stuff...

In episode 454 we recount what happened at the 5th Annual k&k Bastille Day picnic (including margaritas, out of town visitors, helicopters and men falling from the sky), then we discuss meeting up with a listener from Belgium, how to be disciplined enough to practice different languages with the same people, and we throw down a language challenge for the summer holidays.

k&k episode 453 - the one where they try to save the world... and stuff...

In episode 453 we decide to do a public service announcement as we describe something that happened to us on the métro. You'll hear all about handbags, id cards, moral dilemmas, cia agents, phone calls to the italian embassy, urgent detective work, learning italian, karma and more!

k&k episode 452 - the one where the muffin man and katia visit america and get confused about the toilets... and stuff...

In episode 452 Katia continues to tell tales from her trip to LA to see Kathryn & Seb get married: crazy traffic, Hollywood Boulevard & the Walk of Fame, the bachelor & bachelorette parties, the rehearsal dinner, meeting up with Dani, supermarket adventures, the wonderful wedding itself, crab shack shenanigans, uber-American 4th of July celebrations, an old-fashioned picnic in Kathryn's hometown, driving through downtown LA, a trip to Olvera street, more mexican food and margaritas, a baseball game at Dodger's Stadium and fireworks. Then we share some general thoughts about gaps on toilet doors, water levels in toilets, the lack of jaywalking, strange pedestrian rules and the joys of travelling.

k&k episode 451 - the one where the muffin man and katia visit america and taste american coffee... and stuff...

In episode 451 we chat about the upcoming Bastille Day picnic, then Katia recounts what happened when she and and the Muffin Man went to America: adventures with passport control, fingerprints, airplane food, sprinting through airports, hand luggage dramas, tipping confusion, friendly waiters, unknown but exciting ingredients, eating their way through LA, diner coffee tasting, Starbucks sightings and refills.

k&k episode 449 - the one where they get girly, talking about hats and sales... and stuff...

In episode 449 Katia recounts the happy ending to the Hatastrophy, we talk about the "sales" in France, the laws behind them and the appeal (or lack thereof) of the giant Parisian department stores.

This episode was brought to you by the word "un grand magasin" (department store).

k&k episode 447 - the one where they talk about engagement parties and weddings... and stuff...

In episode 447 we get tremendously excited as we recount getting all fabulously dressed up and throwing an Engagement Party for Kathryn & Seb, along with Derica from Japan and Ksam & C, playing games and eating Japanese goodies. We chat about the fact that Katia & the Muffin Man are heading over to the US for the wedding (in a week!!!) and what they've been doing to prepare - from trying to buy hats and watching movies set in LA.

k&k episode 446 - the one where they talk about cookies, reading and the opera... and stuff...

In episode 446, after munching on cookies from Karina, we chat about the honour of beta-reading book two of Amy Plum's Revenants trilogy, meeting up with fantastic listeners, an amazing story about Finnish listener Jaana and the opera and graduation. Again!

k&k episode 445 - the one where they discuss Baghdad and touching the Queen... and stuff...

We're jumping back in time in episode 445 and bring you an episode we recorded a few months ago with the delightful Ann Mah and her diplomat husband Chris, who tells us about the fascinating experience of serving as for a year a diplomat in Baghdad. We chat about the intensive language training program, learning languages and making mistakes, how to be culturally sensitive and the importance for diplomats to learn about cultural differences, then he explains his current role for the Embassy in France and tells us about some of the interesting people he's rubbed shoulders with over the years.

k&k episode 444 - the one where they find out about fountains... and fish... and stuff...

In episode 444 we continue talking to Axel (of Paris Urban Adventures and the new non-profit fundraising project Adventures 4 Action) about our adventures at Versailles - there is lots more fountain talk and fish stories, discussion about mythology behind the fountains, ancient restoration techniques, special exhibitions and public reactions to modern art shows, exhibition trends, and chronological questions!

k&k episode 443 - the one where they gallivant around Versailles... and stuff...

It's been a while, so we're excited to welcome Axel to the studio for episode 443! We start off by chatting about what he and his lovely wife Michelle have been up to lately with Paris Urban Adventures and their new non-profit fundraising project, Adventurers 4 Action! We then talk about a particularly exciting excursion we did that day at Versailles with Axel, who is currently working there - we jumped queues, learned exciting insider secrets, watched some serious fountain action and learned how fountains work!

k&k episode 442 - the one where they continue delighting in French pastries... and stuff...

We continue chatting with Camille in episode 442 as we talk about our field trip to the pastry shop where she works - discovering how to enrobe chocolates, learning how Croquembouche are made, what baby pain au chocolats look like, pastry chef lingo and how to fit all those kitchens into a typical Parisian building! We discuss French techniques and what she learned when she started working here, and we ask her how to spot a good Pastry shop, and what to look for in a not-so-good one!

k&k episode 441 - the one where they discover the delights of French pastries... and stuff...

In episode 441 we're delighted to welcome the lovely Camille into the studio, who tells us all about the path that took her from Oregon to the Cordon Bleu, to cooking with Mexicans in Pasadena and plating desserts in a five star restaurant in Dallas, right through to finding a job in a traditional French pastry shop in Paris. We talk about the differences between a bakery and a pastry shop, and as we discuss the typical things one might find in a pastry shop we do a little taste test too!

k&k episode 435 - the one where they discuss naughty peeps & bringing up bilingual children... and stuff...

We're excited to welcome Kim back to the k&k fold for episode 435, and we talk about receiving goodies from listeners and having adventures at an outdoors Food & Wine Fair. With Kim's perspective as a new mum, we then have a lengthy chat about what it's like to raise a bilingual child in France - the techniques they're using and why.

k&k episode 434 - the one where they learn even more about diplomacy... and stuff...

In episode 434 we continue chatting with Ann Mah and her diplomat husband Chris. Ann takes us all to Brittany (at least in our imagination!) and reveals some of the secrets behind her current book project, then we continue our discussion with Chris about the life of the diplomat. He tells us what the difference is between an embassy and a consulate, and describes the role of embassies and consulates and their various departments, then we talk about the reasons why diplomats are moved regularly around the world rather than being left in one country for an extended period. We find out whether people really try to get refuge in embassies and what sometimes happens if your country doesn't have representation in a particular part of the world, then Chris traces his diplomatic journey for us, from his first assignment right through to what he is doing now in Paris, and we discuss learning languages and the various strategies employed by the Foreign Service to help people learn languages.

k&k episode 433 - the one where they learn all about diplomacy... and stuff...

We are joined in episode 433 by the delightful Ann Mah and her husband Chris, who tells us all about what it means to be a diplomat working for the American foreign service. After chatting about gimlets, champagne and cheetos, Chris tells us a little about his first assignment in Turkmenistan, then we chat about why he decided to become a diplomat and the process behind joining the foreign service. From grueling written exams to diplomatic boot camp, we learn all about the various challenges surrounding the application process right through to the official foreign service training, including learning negotiation skills and mastering small talk!

k&k episode 432.5 - the one where they learn all about snail farming... in French... and stuff...

And now for something completely different! In episode 432.5 we find ourselves in the middle of the country, visiting a snail farm and doing our very first interview entirely en français with the lovely Mme Rosanne Fabbio, snail farmer! This means that there is a special 20-25 minute section of this episode which is exclusively in French, so if you don't speak French, just skip ahead to our summary of the interview which is in English. You get to hear all the charm of the country, with birdsong, wind blowing and tractors revving, and we find out about the nitty gritty of what it's like to be a snail farmer in France, and learn all about the life cycle of the snail. It's fascinating. Really. We then chat (in English this time) about a visit we did later in the day to a very unusual church in Saint-Bonnet-le-Château, which features some very unusual sights.

k&k episode 432 - the one where they decide to let YOU tell the world what adventurousness means... and stuff...

Apparently we just can't tire of the topic of adventurousness, and in episode 432 we decide to let YOU GUYS tell us what adventurousness means to YOU. We chat about the comments left by all the people who filled out our Adventurousness Survey - how different cultural perspectives, risk (perceived or real), age and health can all influence our idea of adventure - and then we reveal some of the adventurous things people told us they've done! We were gobsmacked, and we're sure you will be too!

k&k episode 429 - the one where they discuss riding donkeys through the Grand Canyon, dancing naked at Stonehenge and adventures... and stuff...

In episode 429 we continue to chat about the results of the first part of our Adventurousness Survey - how many people would ride a bike from France to China, go flying in a hot air balloon, travel to Egypt by themselves and more! We then tackle the results of the second part - how adventurous is it to go on an African Safari, ride the length of the Grand Canyon on a donkey, travel the Trans Siberian Railway, sing karaoke in a Japanese bar and more! We had so much fun talking about this survey - hopefully y'all had fun doing it!

k&k episode 428 - the one where they discuss bungee jumping, nude beaches and adventures... and stuff...

In episode 428 we chat about the recent Adventurousness Survey we decided to do, and after a length explanation of why we decided to do such a thing, we chat about the results of the survey - how many people would really go bungee jumping, spend two weeks hiking in the Amazon forest, eat a live bug, go scuba diving in the Great Barrier Reef or spend a year sailing around the world and more! It's all HIGHLY scientific, of course.

k&k episode 427 - the one where they talk about THE places to drink cocktails in Paris... and stuff...

In episode 427 we continue chatting with Forest of 52 Martinis, where we talk about what makes her an expert on drinking cocktails in Paris and sip another version of the classic martini, stirred up by Forest herself! She lists some of her favourite books on cocktails, then tells us how she goes about finding the places she reviews on her blog, what sort of criteria she applies when writing her reviews and what her favourites are at the moment. She reveals how often she really goes out, tells us the secret of refining your palate for cocktail drinking, then we chat about the differences between standard bar cocktails and crafted cocktails.

k&k episode 426 - the one where they learn how to mix a real martini... and stuff...

We're rather excited to welcome Forest of 52 Martinis to the studio for episode 426! After we sip and compare shaken vs stirred martinis carefully made by the Martini Diva herself, and discuss the merits of different cocktail ingredients, she tells about her website, where she reviews bars in Paris! We talk about how she made her way to France, what inspired her to begin writing about cocktail adventures, and why she chose the Martini as her signature drink, then she tells us about some of the meetups she organises in Paris! Of course, all this is RIGHT up our alley.

k&k episode 425 - the one where they wonder how to eat locally when you travel... and stuff...

In episode 425 Frog continues to regale us with tales of his trip to Argentina and Chile. We chat about his Argentinean private supper club experience (and talk at LENGTH about how to truly experience local cuisine, and whether such private supper clubs allow you to do this), and he tells us all about a most unusual scam he encountered whilst in South America!

k&k episode 424 - the one where Frog channels Evita... and stuff...

With the inimitable Frog in the studio for episode 424, we get into the South American spirit, as we drink Picot Sours and chat about Frog's recent visit to Argentina and Chile: preconceptions of Buenos Aires, Evita moments, bus travel, his favourite city in Chile (Val Paraiso), why he loved Chile, and comparisons between the two countries.

k&k episode 422 - the one where they learn more about the life of a trailing spouse... and stuff...

We're excited to welcome Ann Mah back to the studio for episode 422, and after we wax lyrical about the joy of gimlets, Ann tells us all about the life of the diplomat's wife, also known as the trailing spouse. We chat about the various challenges faced by couples and families in the foreign service, the different things one does to prepare for the next foreign posting, and the type of personality required for this sort of life.

k&k episode 418 - the one where they are grossed out by suze-hitos and bed bugs... and stuff...

With the dapper Ryan in the studio for episode 418, things very quickly descend into chaos. Under his terribly bad influence we taste-test a Suze-based cocktail and grimace at the cameras quite a bit, then we chat about his current "look" (just in time for Paris Fashion Week) and about unique accommodation experiences and the fear of bedbugs! Ew!

k&k episode 417 - the one where they talk about exchanges... of all sorts... and stuff...

As we drink our second sidecars we get to chatting in episode 417 about an email we received from a listener, who is a teacher in a school in Australia, describing all the ups and downs of a student exchange between her school and a school in France. This leads to a lengthy discussion about different sorts of exchanges and the things we all learn from these experiences.

k&k episode 415 - the one where they talk about flight etiquette and top chef contestants... and stuff...

With Steve still in the studio for episode 415, we get into some serious rantage about flight etiquette - turning off electronics, respecting the seatbelt sign, trying to get on and off the plane... We then chat about a recent adventure at the newly opened O Chateau wine bar and an encounter with a 2011 French Top Chef contestant.

k&k episode 412 - the one where they discuss hats and citizenship... and stuff...

We are feeling rather beautiful in episode 412 as we discuss our headgear, and Kylie tells us all about participating in the graduation ceremony at the Sorbonne, somehow we get onto the topic of Justin Beiber, then we discuss the details Katia's future application for French nationality.

k&k episode 407 - the one where they talk about jetlag and touching jellyfish... and stuff...

In episode 407 Katia postulates a theory about jetlag, then tells all about her trip back to Australia over the holiday period, including what movies she watched on the plane, how awesome it was to hug her niece, what they ate for Christmas, hanging out with Philexis, New Years Eve, whether the Muffin Man resisted touching weird Australian creatures, spending time with Tracey & Pierrick, how her mum called her out on certain "un-Australian" vocabulary, cultural cringe, and playing a HUGE amount of Sequence.

k&k episode 406 - the one where they talk about christmas karaoke and vampire museums... and stuff...

We're rather excited to be recording our first show for 2011 in episode 406, and after chatting about galette, Kylie tells us all about what she did over the holiday season, including taking care of Symphony, celebrating Christmas with Frog's parents, hanging out with listener Variri, the musée de l'art forain and the musée des vampires!

k&k episode 405 - the one where they get royal... and stuff...

In episode 405 we get to chatting with Ryan about royal weddings, how we feel about royals, royal dilemmas, potential adventures related to royal weddings and what we think might be involved in a royal wedding. Then we round up the episode with a discussion of incredible talent.

k&k episode 401 UNPLUGGED - the one where they discover a hidden kitchen... and stuff...

In episode 401 we bring you along with us to a fabulous dinner at Hidden Kitchen, a private supper club in Paris. You'll hear all about our wining and dining experience with some fascinating people, eating fabulous food, drinking delicious wine, and sharing hilarious stories.

k&k episode 398 - the one where they talk about transient Paris and gimlets... and stuff...

For the first episode in the k&k holiday season, we're pleased to present something we recorded with Ann Mah a few months ago for episode 398. We talk a bit about her fiirst book, Kitchen Chinese and she tells us how she found a job in Beijing, then we talk about the transient nature of Paris, what makes the city and experiencing this city so special, which leads to chat about Ann's next book, sommeliers and wine. We discuss gimlets & diplomatic parties, then Ann gives us a fascinating glimpse into the life of a diplomats wife - from marine balls and secret shops and postal services, to unusual postings and learning how to make the most of the now.

k&k episode 397 - the one where they talk about crazy teachers and christmas dilemmas... and stuff...

In episode 397 Kylie tells us all about her mysterious teacher at La Sorbonne, and as the stories become more and more unbelievable we just have to wonder who really is this teacher? Kylie tells us about her plans for the holiday season, then presents us with a present-related dilemma, and Katia gets excited about heading back to Australia for the holidays, and we talk about airport pickups, pool fun and in-flight entertainment.

k&k episode 396 - the one where they talk about names and the snowpocalypse... and stuff...

It's pure k&k in episode 396 as we discuss given names, middle names and nicknames, then spend a great deal of time talking about the recent record snowfall in Paris and why Paris is so ill equipped to deal with snow, and the various consequences it had on various things around town, and finally Katia then talks about a snow-related dilemma she may have to deal with this week.

k&k episode 395 - the one where Bunny McFrogberg takes us all to Israel... and stuff...

The shenaniganry continues in episode 395 with Bunny McFrogberg, as he reveals the end of his cliffhanger and what happened in his dream! We then discuss his recent trip to Israel, what he thought about visiting Tel Aviv and Jerusalem,the things he saw, places he visited, adventures he had and the things he ate. We finish the episode talking about passports and visas and the different requirements when travelling to different countries.

k&k episode 394 - the one where they meet Bunny McFrogberg and travel vicariously to Sicily... and stuff...

It is our pleasure to welcome Bunny McFrogberg to the studio for episode 394, and we chat about what Bunny McFrogberg has been up to lately, some of his recent world adventures, including his his last trip to Sicily, which involved eating, talking to the locals, eating, sightseeing and more eating. We round up the episode by discussing the advantages of the Unesco world heritage program and the impact of tourists on important heritage sites.

k&k episode 393 - the one where they discuss Jane Austen and the merits of melted cheese... and stuff...

Ryan continues to charm us with his fabulous accent in episode 393, as he tells us what he considers himself to be, then Katia and Ryan have a bit of a whinge about Jane Austen whilst Kylie defends her honour. He tells us about his French family and drinking Suze, we chat about snow and the deliciousness of melty, stinky cheese, then Ryan shares his thoughts about some of the places he has visited in France and around the world, such as Germany, Russia, Japan, Gambia and Israel.

k&k episode 392 - the one where they talk about the dangers behind blowing up balloons... and stuff...

In episode 392 we introduce you all to the charming Ryan, and we talk about the highly dramatic injury he sustained in the name of k&k. He tells us where he comes from in England, and we chat about the language assistantship program which brought him to France, and get into a lengthy discussion about the French education system and whether the various school systems we have experienced encourage creativity in activities like art and music. We reminisce about some off-air adventures we've had with Ryan, and then he tells us a rather hilarious story about Kylie and a noise problem!

k&k episode 389 - the one where they continue the Great Suze-Off... and stuff...

With our brave companions Olivier Magny and David Lebovitz, we continue our taste-testing experiments in episode 389! This time around, we honour the traditional French digéstif, discussing the pros and cons of many famous drinks, and we chat about a wide variety of things such as table manners, the most unusual things we've ever drunk and what we really prefer to drink. Inevitably, chaos reigns.

k&k episode 388 - the one where they do the Great Suze-Off... and stuff...

We're pleased to announce the Great Suze-Off 2010 in episode 388, accompanied in our taste-testing adventures by the dynamic Olivier Magny and David Lebovitz! In this episode we taste a vast quantity of interesting (and not-so-interesting) typical French apéritifs and discuss the various features of each one, and we chat about everything to do with chinking glasses, the ever-so-trendy world of apéro snacks and drinking myths.

k&k episode 385 - the one where they discuss exclusive museum visits & what to wear on the red carpet... and stuff...

Danielle Wolff is still with us in episode 385, as she regales us with stories of interviews in French, being chauffered around, exclusive visits to obscure museums and not-so-obscure museums like the Louvre, as well as doing fabulous French touristy things like the Moulin Rouge and dinner cruises. We talk about doing a walking tour of Paris based on her script, she tells us more about some of the people she has encountered on her trip, we chat about what it's like to have conducted interviews and such in French, then we get carried away with the notion of wearing gowns and doing interviews on the red carpet, then wonder which French actors could play the various roles in her movie and get ridiculously excited about the possibility of visiting the movie set.

k&k episode 384 - the one where they talk about screenwriting adventures in France... and stuff...

After a couple of years away, we're pleased to welcome Danielle Wolff back to the k&k studio for episode 384! We find out all about why she's here - she's one of four screenwriters who have been brought over to France for an "Autumn Stories" residency program through the Ile-de-France Film Commission and the Franco-American Cultural Fund of the Société des auteurs, compositeurs et éditeurs de musique. We get to hear all about the magnificent Royaumont Abbey where she has been staying, and some of her adventures being chauffered around Paris and visiting all sorts of interesting places, as well as being wined and dined as she does research for her screenplay and meets all sorts of fabulous people.

k&k episode 382 - the one where they talk about putting Paris in Context... and stuff...

We're very excited to welcome Lily Heise, in charge of the Paris operations of Context Travel, to the studio for episode 382! We chat all about Context Travel, which runs "walking tours for the intellectually curious", and we get tremendously excited as we hear about everything from art history and architectural tours to gastronomy and music-inspired walks. We learn how the company started, how the walking seminars are run, the people who lead the tours and the sorts of walks on offer, then we chat about a fabulous walk we did earlier in the day (New Bohemia: Paris of the Romantics), led by the dynamic Charlotte Daudon Lacaze.

k&k episode 380 - the one where they talk about going back to school and language exchanges... and stuff...

In episode 380 Kylie tells us all about her recent return to school and her French learning goals for the year, as well as her fascinating adventures with the language exchange at the Cercle International de l'Arc. We talk about Kylie's tv dramas and her recent gastronomic excursion to the salon Pari Fermier.

k&k episode 379 - the one where they talk about the benefits of travelling... at home and far away... and stuff...

In this super special episode 379, we chat with Frog about whether you should travel around your own country before you travel somewhere else, or whether you should discover other countries before you discover your own! It leads us to many interesting reflections about why people travel and how travelling can change you.

k&k episode 378 - the one where they talk about national culinary pride and green skies... and stuff...

Ann Mah, author of Kitchen Chinese is still in the studio with us for episode 378, and after a brief chat about dodgy dives and almost drinking Suze, she tells us more about her adventures living, working and eating in Beijing. We talk about national culinary pride, the diversity of the expat community in Beijing versus Paris, the ever-fascinating subject of cultural identity, and whether it's easier to be an expat in China or France. She then tells us about the culture shock of moving back to Washington, the experience of French immersion courses in preparation for their subsequent move to Paris, then (squee!) she tells us about some of her favourite places to eat Chinese food in Paris!

k&k episode 374 - the one where the discuss the finer points of volcano kicking... and stuff...

We've still got the tasy Frog in the studio for episode 374, where he tells us about his recent trip to Iceland (hot springs, camping and lava fields), he gives us a most fantabulous present and we talk about naming babies and planets. We then get into a very deep conversation about cross-national intercultural relationships beyond French/Anglo relationships and our "solid entity" where we "all agree with each other" in the our anglo experience in France, and Frog asks us if all anglos (being from different parts of the world) really do have all that much in common beyond our shared experience and language in France.

k&k episode 373 - the one where they try to work out a name... and stuff...

We're rather ridiculously excited to have Frog on the show for episode 373, and between hostessing faux pas and beaver talk, we spend a considerable amount of time discussing potential names for the new studio and sources of irritation.

k&k episode 372 - the one where they talk about absinthe and trying to find non-boring things to do... and stuff...

In episode 372 Kylie tells us about a recent and rather exciting absinthe-drinking adventure, we chat about the journée du patrimoine (heritage day) and how difficult it has been for us to find something interesting to do, Katia talks about living a more "French experience" since her move, then we chat about French Masterchef!

k&k episode 371 - the one where they talk about couchsurfing and german weddings... and stuff...

In episode 371, whilst eating m&ms (of course), we talk about celebrating Kylie's birthday, and meeting up with a couple of k&k listeners! We discuss the bribe Katiefornia brought us in her bid to get her submission chosen as the new name of the studio, and the fact that Sir Peter rode his bike to Paris, all the way from Oxford, and had some very interesting couchsurfing experiences. Katia also talks about a bicultural French-German wedding she attended in Hamburg over the summer, as well as some of the interesting people she met and experiences she had there!

k&k episode 370 - the one where they remember what they were going to talk about... and stuff...

In episode 370 we manage to recover from our temporary memory lapse and remember what we were supposed to announce - the installation of the new studio! We chat about potential names for the new studio, as well as Katia's new apartment and moving adventures, then get very excited about a recent excursion to the Marché aux Puces de Vanves.

k&k episode 369 - the one where they're surprised Kylie made it back in one piece... kindof... and stuff...

We're back from our summer break in episode 369, and Kylie tells us all about her trip back to the US - meeting up with listeners, sneaking into national monuments, hanging out with the 'rents, catching up with old friends, drinking mysterious concoctions, jumping out of planes and doing some deep-lake diving, enjoying lame-o beaches and more!

k&k episode 366 UNPLUGGED - the one where they talk parks, notebooks and dinner companions... and stuff...

In episode 366 we continue with the UNPLUGGED action and sit in the park, bash Australia a bit, make a confession, talk about a potential showdown and discuss some more very problematic yet highly hilarious Would You Rathers.

k&k episode 364 UNPLUGGED - the one where they do ikea and hasselhoff... and stuff...

You've got more k&k UNPLUGGED for your money in episode 364 as we continue playing Would You Rather, talk about movies and go to Ikea.

k&k episode 360 UNPLUGGED - the one where they do green paradise... and stuff...

For your summer of k&k we're delighted to bring back k&k UNPLUGGED for episode 360! In this episode we do some before, during and after Green Paradise, you'll find out about our new obsession of Would You Rather, and we eat some chocolate.

k&k episode 358 - the one where they rant about beavers and bitches... and stuff...

In episode 358, the final recording in the k&k boudoir, we continue talking about Craigslist, Kylie tells about a recent Disney adventure, Katia laments the invasion of beavers in Paris, we talk about eating horse and a recent horse meat controversy in Australia, Katia tells about an unfortunate encounter with a total bitch in the supermarket, then we talk about what we're going to miss about the k&k boudoir.

k&k episode 357 - the one where they discuss the wonders and weirdos of craigslist... and stuff...

In episode 357 Katia goes on forever about the dramas of moving - organising things, packing, sorting and how to get rid of stuff. We then get into a discussion of the pros & cons of Craigslist Paris.

k&k episode 356 - the one where they talk about high school memories and bike riding... and stuff...

We start off episode 356 by talking about meeting up with people from the past, and then we get into a very deep discussion about Vélibs, the rental bike system in Paris: the merits, the defaults, and everything in between. Including why neither of us have ridden one.

k&k episode 355 - the one where they talk about un-picnics, métro stories and drinking rosé by the Seine... and stuff...

In episode 355 we talk about the monsoon that hit Paris on Bastille Day, the subsequent un-picnic that followed and meeting listeners from around the world. We launch a new segment entitled "Spotted on the Métro" and discuss the "scrunchy faced guy", and finish up by chatting about a recent faux-picnic by the Seine and encounters with strange people.

k&k episode 354 - the one where they talk about space saving techniques and confessiolemmas... and stuff...

In episode 354 Katia gives an update on her upcoming move, the we discuss the different space-related dilemmas and space-saving techniques that are required in a city like Paris. Kylie then tells us about a Very Serious Dilemma Indeed!

k&k episode 353 - the one where they talk about urban art adventures and creepy dolls... and stuff...

In episode 353 we talk about the Urban Art Tour we did recently with Axel and Michelle of Paris Urban Adventures, we get excited about the planned shenaniganry at the Bastille Day picnic, Kylie tells us about the Doll Museum, then we chat about where we like to sit in the cinema.

k&k episode 352 - the one where they finally hear more about Where In The World Are (Were!) Tracey and Pierrick... and stuff...

In episode 352 we're thrilled to keep chatting with Tracey and Pierrick about their half-the-world adventure! In this hour-long installment we hear all about the exciting trans-Siberian railway trip from Moscow to Beijing, as well as their various experiences travelling through China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand, and food, communal living, bathroom escapades, and encounters with the locals and the wildlife.

k&k episode 351 - the one where they finally hear all about Where In The World Are (Were!) Tracey and Pierrick... and stuff...

We're thrilled beyond belief in episode 351 to welcome the adorable Tracey and Pierrick in the studio, after a long time away, and we're excited to get a WITWATAP update and to hear all about their adventures travelling across the world by train (or mostly by train), from France to Australia! In this episode we are regaled with tales of Sweden, Finland and Russia!

k&k episode 350 - the one where they talk about theatre and musical mania... and stuff...

In episode 350 we move from daiquiris to pineau, the fête de la musique, seeing musicals in Paris and musical mania. We talk a bit about Green Paradise and their upcoming summer schedule of shows, then Katia describes a dilemma she recently encountered at work, and we get excited that Tracey and Pierrick are back in town.

k&k episode 349 - the one where they talk about ghostly Paris and edible Paris... and stuff...

We're rather excited in episode 349, as we enjoy strawberry daiquiris and discuss some of our recent adventures : a spooky Paris Ghost Tour run by Mysteries of Paris, the Paris By Mouth launch party, falafel tastings and whirlwind tours of Paris.

k&k episode 348 - the one where they talk about good luck and badges... and stuff...

In episode 348, Katia reveals the end of the cliffhanger of the previous show! We discuss apartment renting in Paris and tell some tales, Katia gets very excited about her new flat and Kylie reads an email from Phil(exis). We then tell a tale of badges, Kylie talks about some projects she's working on, then we discuss tv.

k&k episode 347 - the one where they talk about papers and apartments... and stuff...

We're rather excited in episode 347, as we get distracted by a discussion of what kind of tricycles we had when we were small, then Kylie tells us all about handing in her paper and defending her thesis. Katia talks about the apartment hunt, boats, racist people and crazy meetings.

k&k episode 345 - the one where they talk about chores and things to do... and stuff...

In episode 345 we continue talking about language and regional differences, we discuss what chores we did as children and the ways we got out of doing chores, Kylie gives us a paper translation update, we chat about some of the things we want to do around Paris and France this summer and we do a WITWATAP update!

k&k episode 342 - the one where they talk about going green, art theft and cabarets... and stuff...

In episode 342 Kylie tells us how the translation of her paper is going, then we chat about the news, from the Champs Elysées going green, to biking in Paris and art thefts, and finally we talk about surprise birthdays, mammals, Billy the Exterminator and cabarets!

k&k episode 340 - the one where they talk museums and apartment hunting... and stuff...

We discuss museums and noodles in episode 340, with the Nuit des Musées and the next k&k Get Cultured excursion - a Paris Ghost Tour with Mysteries of Paris! Then Katia reveals that she and the Muffin Man are on the hunt for an apartment, and things get interesting as we discuss the often very surprising differences between doing the same thing in France, Australia and the US.

k&k episode 335 - the one where they discuss post party parties and dilemmas... and stuff...

In episode 335 we get to chatting about birthday months and the consequences of volcanic ash clouds, post party parties including listeners making the most of being stuck in Paris and Janilani's fantabulous gumbo party. Katia tells a story where she was too quick to judge, Kylie presents us with a grocery store dilemma and Katia asks what she should have done in an office drama.

k&k episode 334 - the one where they have a few moments... and stuff...

It's all about moments in episode 334, as we discuss behind-the-scenes details and all the highlights of the k&k Weekend of Fun, including the most touching moments, most exciting moments, most delicious moments and most unclassy moments! You'll feel like you were there with us all weekend!

k&k episode 331 - the one where they talk about cowboys, spider surgeries and mailboxes... and stuff...

In maxi-episode 331 we get to chatting about sidecar consequences, cowboys and cocktails, the upcoming Friday Night Drinks, our recent sound-check at The Highlander and our new Facebook fan page. Katia tells her spider surgery story, we discuss a Sporadic Question From Alexisland about Mailboxes, then we talk about the Fromgirls.

k&k episode 330 - the one where they talk about the ratp logo and easter grass... and stuff...

In episode 330 we drink the most delicious Sidecars ever as we continue our discussion with Steve. Kylie does a Public Service Announcement regarding the Arc de Triomphe, Steve tells us about going to the rugby, Kylie turns blue as she tries to explain Easter Grass, Steve promises to make us Hot Cross Buns, Katia talks about her new t-key, we talk about the RATP logo, pop culture (Glee and Twilight, amongst others) and mysterious tours of Paris.

k&k episode 328 - the one where they talk about honeymoons, african safaris and hakuna matata... and stuff...

Axel and Michelle are still with us for episode 328, where they regale us with tales of their honeymoon in Africa - including safari adventures, animal-spotting, getting stuck in the mud, wildebeest encounters, camping with a massai tribe, some eye-opening brushes with poverty and a different way of life, polygamy, diarrhea and hiking up Kilimanjaro.

k&k episode 327 - the one where they talk about urban art, weddings and white dinners... and stuff...

It's been a long time, but we're delighted to have the lovely Michelle and Axel with us in the k&k boudoir for episode 327! They tell us some of the latest news from Gadabout World, and we chat about where to find street art in Paris and weddings in France, and the very exclusive White Dinner they attended last year!

k&k episode 326 - the one where they talk about the military and tim tams... and stuff...

Frog is still wreaking havoc in the k&k boudoir in episode 326, as we talk about an email from a lovely listener, the once-obligatory military service in France, tim tam revolutions, Scottish accents the Highlander pub, s&m parties and Suze, how Katia corrupts American men and toilet paper.

k&k episode 325 - the one where they talk about stars, scandals and salons... and stuff...

Everyone's favourite Frog is in the k&k boudoir for episode 325, as we talk about who Frog looks like, Marion Cotillard, tittaes, musicals, recognising stars, the Oscars, photoshopping, scandals and the way they're perceived in different countries, food and wine salons and how to drink port.

k&k episode 322 - the one where they talk about songs, scots, suze and stands... and stuff...

In episode 322 we get to talking about songs, losing earrings, Bejewelled Blitz, the Highlander, drunken Scottish boys, suze, Paris moments, taxi rides, mike stands.

k&k episode 321 - the one where they get theatrical... and stuff...

In episode 321, we finally get around to celebrating February birthdays and reveal the video version of k&k learn french episode 100! We talk about Kylie's French movie challenge, getting cultured, seeing an hilariously funny Green Paradise play, catching up with Kylie's future in-laws, then we make some theatrical and musical musings and Kylie tells us about a recent musical she saw.

k&k episode 317 - the one where they get triple cultured... and stuff...

In episode 317 Kylie tells us why her world is falling apart, then we chat extensively about our recent attempt to Get Cultured with a bunch of k&k listeners, by visiting Saint-Chapelle, La Conciergerie and the Cluny Museum (while eating falafel and playing foosball). We also talk about future Get Cultured adventures, meetups around the world and the various things happening in the k&k empire in the next couple of months!

k&k episode 316 - the one where they talk about saying goodbye... and stuff...

After a highly emotional beginning, we get reflective in episode 316 as we have a long chat about how we have recently said goodbye to some good friends who have left Paris for new and exciting adventures, and the dilemma of being an expat in a city with a high turnover. Kylie then tells us about a recent massage she had, Katia gives an arm update, and we finish the episode with a spider story.

k&k episode 315 - the one where they rant about getting cultured, socks and apartment living... and stuff...

We start off episode 315 by talking about our upcoming "k&k get cultured" adventure at Sainte-Chapelle, and what we're planning for our next excursion (anyone up for a Sewer tour?), then we get distracted by discussions about teledaters, nicknames and last weeks episodes with Stephen Clarke, then we get ranty about socks, apartment living and noisy neighbours.

k&k episode 312 - the one where they talk about ads and idiots on the métro... and stuff...

In episode 312 we start off by discussing Symphony shenanigans, then Kylie gives us a Lost update and we get heated about ads on tv and going to the pharmacy and doctor in France. Katia talks about something that happened to her on the métro, which leads us to discuss more public transport experiences, and then Katia reveals her secret to getting on the bus first. Kylie then tells us about her most recent Disney visit and her job-hunt.

k&k episode 311 - the one where they talk about bites and billboards... and stuff...

We start off episode 311 by opening a present from a fantastic listener, then Kylie makes an announcement and Katia gives an update on her arm, and we chat about Mario Bros, billboards, movie-watching, rhum-rhums and emails written in capital letters.

k&k episode 308 - the one where they discuss heroes and oyster-opening... and stuff...

After Katia sings out of key (I swear I normally sing better that that), we dedicate episode 308 to The Justin, discussing technical difficulties, further holiday round-ups, sky tv, movies, gîte database, new years eve and oyster opening. Kylie then tells us about catching up with Variri (movie update, wandering around the Champs Elysées, finally going to the Grand Palais), we spend quite some time chatting about snow and how we met up with another listener, Lise from Scotland.

k&k episode 305 - the one where they learn all about cognac... and stuff...

We're full of cognac-y cheer in episode 305 as we chat about our adventures over the New Year period - you'll learn how to choose where to go on holiday and how to pick a gîte, how we learned to take our own advice, what we thought of the Hennessy distillery in Cognac, how much we found out about the history of this delicious beverage, and what we learned when visiting Les Moines Frêres (including the importance of spiders, some cognac-making secrets and exactly how pineau is made).

k&k episode 303 UNPLUGGED - the one where they eat and drink their way through Christmas... and stuff...

We're in the country for episode 303, as we talk about what we've done for Christmas, and get tremendously excited about what we've eaten (foie gras, chapon and bûche, just to name a few) and what we've drank (including red wine from Bordeaux, pink Champagne, cognac and old man's jam).

k&k episode 302 - the one where they get excited about christmas... and stuff...

We're in the holiday mode in episode 302, and we get to talking about Christmas - the price of trees, decorations, Christmas windows in the department stores, Christmas markets and ferris wheels and our plans for the holidays. We then chat about cannelé and world monopoly, then Kylie tells us about her French movie discovery of the week (être et avoir).

k&k episode 299 - the one where they breathe heavily and talk about flaming hoochie coochies... and stuff...

With the lovely Frog in the k&k boudoir for episode 299, you can rest assured that things get saucy. We talk about a myriad of things, including Johnny Hallyday, heavy breathing, Star Wars, Flaming Hoochie Coochies, presents from listeners, Green Paradise, the Sound of Music and musical theatre!

k&k episode 297 - the one where they talk about museums, spinning plates and sugar highs... and stuff...

We're terribly excited episode 297, as we welcome Steve to the k&k boudoir. We reminisce about episode 200, spend quite some time opening a present from a lovely listener, get on a massive sugar high and discuss the massive museum strike that has hit France. We get into a hugely dramatic argument, then we discuss plate spinning, mixing food and fussyness.

k&k episode 295 UNPLUGGED - the one where they record from the room formerly known as the coffee table studio... and stuff...

In episode 295 Katia gives an update on her arm, there is much chatting about television shows (Monk, Fringe, X-Files, Lost, X-Factor), spoilers and commercials, and we get distracted by Symphony a number of times. We talk about Kylie's dress sense, movie-watching, traditional thanksgiving foods and thankfulness, and Kylie tells us some stories of cooking with the boys, then Katia gets excited about Christmas decorations and Symphony's brand twitter account.

k&k episode 294 - the one where they talk about spanking... and stuff...

In episode 294 we're a bit delirious, and get to chatting about the new k&k forum, spankings and reading in French, then Kylie gives us a movie update and we natter about tv shows again.

k&k episode 293 - the one where they talk about birthdays, bites and beavers... and stuff...

Get ready for a bit of drama in episode 293, where we talk about hyperconnectivity, cough medicine, the birthday month of november, gas masks, insect bites and a visit to the ER, meeting up with listeners and booty calls, and the introduction of our brand new forum.

k&k episode 291 - the one where they talk about bowler hats and french movies... and stuff...

We start off episode 291 by determining whether Kylie has ebola or not, then we chat about her recent visit to the Maison de Balzac and the prefecture, we talk about meeting listeners and the birthday month of November, Katia recounts visiting the Musée de l'Automobile in Mulhouse and we finish off with an update on Kylie's French movie-going experience.

This episode was brought to you by the word "une voiture" (a car).

k&k episode 290 - the one where they talk about eating mushrooms... or not... and stuff...

In episode 290, Katia gets very excited as she recounts a tale of gastronomy, fancy-pants-ness and a celebration of mushrooms. Add in a few prickles and a bit of hospital drama, and you've got a somewhat interesting episode.

This episode was brought to you by the word "la gastronomie" (gastronomy).

k&k episode 289 - the one where they talk about beer, pretzels and x-factor... and stuff...

As we chomp on Halloween goodies sent to us by a lovely listener in episode 289, we chat about preparations for episode 333 and what Kylie did when she visited Disney, we get distracted by X-Factor (ie. the horrificness of Jedward and the nit-invasion), then Kylie tells us what she did and where she went for her holidays (including a visit with the lovely Vivi and playing Wii-Fit Plus with Kimmeh & David).

This episode was brought to you by the word "des poux" (head lice / nits).

k&k episode 287 UNPLUGGED - the one where they discuss how they feel about trees... and stuff...

Even though we are traipsing around France this weekend, we refuse to leave you with nothing to listen to, so we are proud to present some more unplugged action in episode 287, where we talk about feeding the pigeons, how Frog really feels about trees and what happens during "muck week" and on the weekends in a boarding house. Be warned : there is RANtAGE.

This episode was brought to you by the phrase "point barre" (full stop / period).

k&k episode 285 - the one where they eat lollies for half the show... and stuff...

We spend the first half of episode 285 eating lollies and talking about meeting up with listeners, postcards and presents (including milk duds and moist towelettes), and Katia talks about spending a week in Mulhouse (which involved strange dialects, mushrooms, sauerkraut, pigs feet, much wine and learning new learn french expressions).

This episode was brought to you by the phrase "pieds de cochon" (pigs feet).

k&k episode 284 UNPLUGGED - the one where they talk about text messages, traffic and tv watching... and stuff...

We are still going UNPLUGGED with various guests in episode 284, as we discuss spiders, getting up early, random text messages, big bottoms, new shoes, heavy traffic, book reading and digestion, unwelcome commentary on behaviour, watching tv whilst eating, dreams about Symphony and noisy neighbours.

This episode was brought to you by the word "la circulation" (traffic).

k&k episode 283 UNPLUGGED - the one where they waffle about waffles... and stuff...

We're thrilled to present another k&k UNPLUGGED for episode 283! Featuring the sultry voice of Frog, we discuss "dears", the weather, lullabies, bélettes, adventures travelling on the highways, mousse au chocolat, bejeweled blitz (again), wind turbines, musical catastrophes and secret hatreds.

This episode was brought to you by the word "l'autoroute" (f) (motorway / freeway / highway).

k&k episode 281 - the one where they talk about swim fish backwards... and stuff...

It's a bit giggly in episode 281, as we start off with a confession by Kyliemac and a tale of thai food and excessive consumption of saké, then Kylie tells us about celebrating Heather's birthday at the VIP room (Grandma Mac came out to play), she gives us a University Update, then asks us to hold her accountable. For what? You'll have to listen to find out! We then talk about line dancing, the postcard exchange and we call out Frog, then we reveal our plans for (un)episode 300 and, more importantly, episode 333!

This episode was brought to you by the word "une boîte de nuit" (a nightclub).

k&k episode 280 - the one where they talk about being on the walk of fame... and stuff...

Episode 280 starts off with a discussion of weather and tears, and then there's the thrill of unveiling a very exciting present from our friend and listener, Dani. We chat about blogging vs podcasting and how much we love listener feedback, and then we talk about some of the listener travel stories we've received lately (such as traveling extensively as a youngster and some of the culture shock involved in moving to another country that speaks the same language). We then discuss the eating of fondue and ice-cream, a dining experience in a Polish crypt (replete with perogies and what can only be described as a "live show"), and announce the opening of our friend's etsy shop, Suis le fil.

This episode was brought to you by the word "une crypte" (a crypt).

k&k episode 279 - the one where they talk about the weather and white knights... and stuff...

We start off episode 279 with a discussion of the weather and sweaty kids, snuggies, sticky fingers and a post PUI analysis. We then chat about white knights and la Nuit Blanche, twittering, episode 300 preparations, the upcoming SOS booksale, uncoordination, the birthday month of october and exchanging postcards..

k&k episode 278 - the one where they discover the limits of PUI... and stuff...

The sillyness continues with Frog in episode 278, as we put out a call for a sponsor for moist towelettes for the k&k boudoir, we open an amazing gift sent to us by some very talented listeners (the wonderful designers at Ragehaus), chat about Spotify, and then we talk about pee-ers, rockers and people asking questions. And there's something about Philadelphia.

k&k episode 277 -
the one where they explore the limits of PUI... and stuff...

With the incorrigable Frog in the k&k boudoir for episode 277, it goes without saying that things get a little naughty! We talk about drinking large amounts of wine, Australian expressions, nightmares, bachelors, bachelorettes and how much Kylie is worth, signature dishes and different m&ms. Frog tells us about his summer holidays, including the beauty of Bulgaria and romantic Romania, and Kylie tells us about her Midnight Train to Romania experience a few years ago.

k&k episode 275 - the one where they talk about bébé baleines... and stuff...

Katia finishes off her tales of her summer holidays in episode 275, with flight upgrades, tummy bugs, baby throwing, catching up with family and friends, native animal sightings, visits to tropical desert island paradises (including swimming on the Great Barrier Reef, sailing, incredible beaches and lots of wildlife) and football adventures. We finish off the episode with some reflections on how good it was to go home, and then discuss Kyliemac going up for auction as a bachelorette!

k&k episode 274 - the one where Katia talks a bit more about Beirut... and stuff...

Katia's tales of travelling around Lebanon continue in episode 274, as she talks about national pride, rebuilding, cultural differences, safety, currency, food fun, hubbly bubblies, valet services, beaches (or lack thereof), road blocks, learning arabic and being culturally sensitive.
We finish off with a last minute discussion of the PUA Gala-Ball.

k&k episode 273 - the one where Katia talks about Beirut... and stuff...

In episode 273 it's Katia's turn to talk about her summer holidays in Lebanon, including unexpected encounters in the airport, crazy driving, party time in Beirut, a visit to the ancient ruins of Byblos, the caves of Jeita and a Lebanese winery, and some of her first impressions of the country, such as what it was like to visit a place that had been so severely hit by civil war.

k&k episode 272 - the one where they talk about chocolatey bacon and 24 hour shopping... and stuff...

Chaos ensues in episode 272, as we eat some chocolatey bacon and Kylie continues to talk about her trip back to the US over the summer - including visits to the dentist, flying, a Grandma Mac moment, Renn Faires and 24 hour shopping. We talk about how things have changed since we last went back to our respective countries and how we feel about that, and we finish off with a discussion about the post office.

k&k episode 271 - the one where the show must go on! despite technical difficulties... and stuff...

Even in the face of technical difficulties and chaos, k&k are BACK! In episode 271 we talk about racoon eyes, wearing colour, new and exciting m&ms, headphones, wings, birthday months, the order of the seasons, birthday celebrations and boat rides. Then Kylie tells a little about her trip back to the US over the summer (to be continued...).

k&k episode 270 - the one where they answer more kritical kuestions... and stuff...

It's very very very late at night, but we continue with the kritical kuestions in episode 270 : our favourite tv shows when we were children, the most dramatic surgeries we've ever had, what music cds are we most ashamed of owning, what was the name of our favourite childhood toys and more!

k&k episode 269 - the one where they answer the kritical kuestions... and stuff...

In episode 269 you'll get to know Katia and Kyliemac just a little bit better, as we answer some of the kritical kuestions that we made people answer during the episode 200 celebrations : favourite m&m flavour, favourite Parisian landmark, favourite French food, what we don't miss about our respective countries and much, much more!

k&k episode 268 UNPLUGGED - the one where they talk about pigs, musicals and smoking... and stuff...

More unplugged-ness is the order of the day in episode 268, with a pig-related confession, a discussion of some of the things that inspire our speech (musicals, tv shows & internet sensations), some after-hours chat, a rant about cigarette butts over dinner, and a visit to Normandy.

k&k episode 264 UNPLUGGED - the one where they talk about cheese, ferries and bébé belettes... and stuff...

We've got some more unplugged action happening in episode 264, with a rant about smoking, a lament about cheese, a ferry moment, a booger discussion, some bébé belette excitement, a cheese story and an exclamation about a moat.

k&k episode 262 UNPLUGGED - the one where they talk about noisy heads and amusement parks... and stuff...

We're pleased to present the first k&k UNPLUGGED for the summer in episode 262. We discuss a multitude of topics : noisy heads, crayons and learn french, accomodation hunts, amusement parks and earworms.

k&k episode 261 - the one where they do Fashion Watch Summer 2009... and stuff...

From a café in the Marais with the delightful Kathryn, we're very pleased to present Fashion Watch Summer 2009 in episode 261! You'll hear all about what's hot and what's not on the Paris streets this summer, from frilly and frou-frou to casual and comfy!

k&k episode 260 - the one where they talk about going on a summer holiday... and stuff...

We're very excited in episode 260, as we chat all about what we've got planned for the summer - Kylie is returning to "her America" for some fun in the sun, and Katia is heading back to Australia via Lebanon. We discuss what we're planning to see, do and eat, including reassimilating our respective languages, spending time with family and friends and shopping on Sundays!

k&k episode 259 - the one where they talk about medical dramas, porn cups and compliments... and stuff...

In episode 259 we ham it up as we chat about pinheads, lights, lentils (and how katia and kyliemac saves lives), what to do with x-rays, weird weather and indian tours of Paris, the ultimate lame-o beach (Paris Plage), porno cup adventures, French KFC and how to take a compliment.

k&k episode 258 - the one where they talk about education and lentils... and stuff...

In episode 258 we talk about zombies, camping out for concerts, Kylie gives us a University Update (which derails into a long conversation about the differences in educational opportunities in different countries), then we chat about the tour de France, glasses and contact lenses.

k&k episode 257 - the one where they talk about pools and picnics... and stuff...

We're back in the Not Coffee table Studio for episode 257, and talk about feedback and sound, the end of our trip to the Bordeaux region (including speaking in French, excessive poolage, frecklification, totally awesome car games, roadside fireworks and truck stops) and what happened at the fantastically fun Bastille Day picnic!

k&k episode 256 - the one where they sleep in, spelunk and splash... and stuff...

The adventures continue in episode 256, as we sip Muffitos(tm), Frog calls his dad a gangster and we talk about what we did (and didn't do) during our trip to the Bordeaux region : sleeping in, guilt trips, being a Marseillais(e)), pet peeves, architectural discussions, a visit to Saint-Emilion (which included Saint-Emilion's hermit cave, the catacombs, the underground church, the fort, macaron and cannelé tasting), cooking lessons with frog's mum and lots of pool time!

k&k episode 254 - the one where they talk about naked guys and feet on seats... and stuff...

Episode 254 starts off with a bang, as we rant about naked guys, feet on seats, sirens, dvd rental updates, the recent changes to the VAT (or TVA in French) and whether these changes can really be seen in real life and adventures with beer.

k&k episode 252 - the one where grandma mac comes out to play... and stuff...

We've still got the lovely Kathryn with us for episode 252, where we chat extensively about the fête de la musique, Kylie tells us about visiting the Château de Vincennes (or not?) and Hard Rock Café. We digress into discussions about pulled pork, scuba diving and the Père-Lachaise cemetary, drafts, working naked, cold water, ice cubes, catching cold and boogery fingers.

k&k episode 250 - the one where they talk about making blunders... and stuff...

We get very excited about episode 250 with the lovely Vivi. We chat about the fête de la musique, scientology debates, father's and mother's day, encounters of the spider, cockroach and zombie kind, picnics under the eiffel tower, cupcakes, the "no drinking after 4pm in public parks" law (and how Frog gets around it), fighter pilots, a morality lesson and Katia tells a tale of putting her foot in her mouth.

k&k episode 249 - the one where they talk about castles, medieval cities and other geekery... and stuff...

We're thrilled to have the lovely Vivi in the studio for episode 249. We chat about the famous frog chair, Vivi's adorable accent and cute hair, limo services, the Château de Vincennes, bouchons from Troyes, what we're all going to do, bring and eat as we travel this summer, "ren fairs", the Provins medieval festival, medieval taverns and clubs.

k&k episode 248 - the one where they talk about having the finger on the pulse... and stuff...

We continue chatting with Heather Stimmler-Hall for episode 248, and we talk about how Secrets of Paris is always on top of What's On in Paris (such as artist "open doors" and horse races), the château of Chantilly and the famous stables, the château of Cheverny and it's residents, we make some embarrassing confessions and Heather tells us a bit about what it's like to update guide books. Then, as we chat about some of the more interesting questions she's been sent by readers, Heather launches a contest on the show : have you ever wanted to know something about Paris, France or the French and never been able to find out the answer? Ask Heather, and you'll be in the running to win a fantastic prize!

k&k episode 247 - the one where they talk about naughty awards... and stuff...

We always get cheeky with Heather Stimmler-Hall, and episode 247 is no exception! We chat about our sexy new studio, the award she won for the Naughty Paris Guide, Sacre Coeur, medal-wearing, sexual conservatism and the differences between Paris, London and New York, dressing-up, exclusive white picnics, limo services for our guests, what movies parents should show their children before they travel to Paris to make sure they behave, taxi horror stories, and some more on the book fair.

k&k episode 246 - the one where they talk about wasp attacks and whether spiders jump... and stuff...

In episode 246 we discuss chaotic Symphony moments in the Not Coffee table Studio and we reveal what happens after we record, then we chat about Obama being in France for the D-Day ceremonies, frozen sushi, meeting up with listeners for drinks, wasp attacks, fake shutters, what firemen in France do with wasps, Pierre's experience with spiders in Australia, whether lobsters scream and the French obsession with good jam.

k&k episode 245 - the one where they discuss the advantages and disadvantages of speedos... and stuff...

We're finally nicely settled in the Not Coffee table Studio for episode 245,Katia makes a confession, and we ask what would YOU do if someone had something stuck in their teeth, which leads us to a lengthy swimsuit discussion. We then chat about lame-o beaches, the fun of the live shows and the NCtS, birthday months and missing out on parties, youtube sensations, symphony moments, crazy fake gypsy ladies and name-calling.

k&k episode 244 - the one where they learn about an alternative method of hair removal... and stuff...

Episode 244 is an episode of pure chaos, as we discuss a myriad of truly random things : what Frog was wearing, the Cannes film festival, the stagnancy of the Mediterranean sea and tidal behaviour, dramatic jellyfish encounters in France, hairballs and unusual yoga positions. We open some very exciting boxes that were sent to us from Intern Noonan, we chat for a while about American candy, and then we talk about having a spontaneous picnic under the Eiffel tower (including pee-stops, operatic arias and encounters with the police!).

k&k episode 243 - the one where they get excited about the Not Coffee Table Studio... and stuff...

We're terribly excited in episode 243, because not only is Frog on the show, but we're also inaugurating the NEW Not Coffee Table Studio! We describe how we surprised Frog with the revelation of the new studio, and how we put it all together, with trips to Ikea, hours of ironing and more! There is also a great deal of discussion about the use of words like "poof" and "shag".

k&k episode 242 - the one where they learn about the laws in Arkansas... and stuff...

Things derail very quickly in episode 242, and we spend quite a bit of time yelling at Symphony, but what's new? We talk about bridges and public holidays in the month of May in France, movie-going experiences (including Wolverine, cigarette smoke and dvd rentals), Japanese food in France and the adventures behind meeting up with a listener from Montpellier. Katia then screws up an explanation of Queens Birthday Holiday and Kyliemac eloquently explains Presidents Day, and we talk about drinking cocktails, crazy laws in Arkansaw and Katia explains why she got a fine.

k&k episode 241 - the one where they talk about the mini-break challenge... and stuff...

We start off episode 241 by celebrating the birthday month of May and the launch of k&k get blogged. We chat about tic tacs and coffee bean incidents, the mini-break challenge, with entries like rum-soaked wafers, strange vegetables and Suze!

k&k episode 239 - the one where they reveal childhood secrets that might have been better left unrevealed... and stuff...

In episode 239 we talk about k&k unplugged, we do a round-up of our last mini-break (including bbqs, pools, anti-tourism and spontaneously silly party games which result in some interesting childhood revelations), then we discuss the mythical "French 35 hour work week".

k&k episode 238 UNPLUGGED - the one where they talk like pirates... or about pirates... and stuff...

There's more casual k&k in episode 238 UNPLUGGED! You can hear us hanging out in our gîte (on mini-break #2 of 2009, Loire Valley Edition), chatting about piracy laws, video stores, netflix in france & sweding.

k&k episode 237 UNPLUGGED - the one where they go to chenonceau... and stuff...

Hang on to your hats, kids, it's time for episode 237 UNPLUGGED!! We're on the road in the Loire Valley, and with the exciting new concept of k&k UNPLUGGED, you'll feel like you're right there with us! As we drive, you'll hear us talk about previous (mis)adventures in the region, you'll walk with us through Chenonceau, then you'll sit with us in our gîte as we discuss what we thought of the castle.

k&k episode 236 - the one where they talk about the best birthday presents ever... and stuff...

The excitement levels are high in episode 236, as we open a present sent from a listener, then Katia recounts what she did for her birthday - including a teppanyaki dinner in Paris with the best birthday presents ever (such as rude sake glasses and castles) and a trip to Barcelona (and we cover topics such as sightseeing, siestas, time differences and tapas).

k&k episode 230 - the one where they talk a bit more about their mini-break in Normandy... and stuff...

We're still in Normandy in episode 230, and accompanied by Kathryn we continue to talk about out adventures in the country, including visiting markets, taste-testing local products (such as cider, pommeau and calvados), spotting local wildlife and more... But we digress quite a bit too on subjects such as school hours and driveways.

k&k episode 229 - the one where they talk about their mini-break in Normandy... and stuff...

We take the show on the road in episode 229 and tell you all about our spontaneous mini-break in Normandy. From our "country house" and with the lovely Kathryn by our side we talk about last-minute holiday planning, gîtes, travelling around France and more!

k&k episode 228 - the one where they tell terrifying tales of travel and trauma... and stuff...

In episode 228 we lay out yet another interesting topic on the coffee table - how prudent should you really be when you're travelling & what sorts of precautions should you take? We tell some pretty interesting travel tales & wonder what we would do in a sticky situation.

k&k episode 227 - the one where they talk about death rattles and being recognised... and stuff...

Amidst some wheezing and sneezing, we cover quite a few interesting topics in episode 227 : allergies, the SOS booksale, meeting listeners, what it's like to be recognised, more disney adventures and marching band fun, and babies!

k&k episode 223 - the one where they talk about frames and ridiculously large brioche... and stuff...

In episode 223 we get to talking about frame hunting, monkey heads, weekends of fun, the drink of the year, our recent adventures at a french food fair (with plenty of cognac and other delicious things), daffodils, the weather and general strikes.

k&k episode 215 - the one where they talk about assigned seating and muppet scarves... and stuff...

It's eclectic, is episode 215 : we talk about rhum-rhum inspired genius, haircuts, movie-going experiences, assigned seating, muppet scarves, jaeger bombs, red bull in France and card playing.

k&k episode 213 - the one where they talk about dolls and disney... and stuff...

After a discussion about Phil and Alexis and some talk of the fires in Australia, and with The Justin back in the coffee table studio, we talk all about surprise concerts and mouse house adventures in episode 213!

k&k episode 212 - the one where they learn about the Kyliemac School Of Child Discipline... and stuff...

In episode 212 we discuss headphones, couch surfing and zombies, which leads to Kylie describing some new and exciting child-rearing techniques she has been employing recently, the galette des rois and chandeleur.

k&k episode 209 - the one where they learn about foot fishing... and stuff...

We start off episode 209 by talking about an American expression that Katia is confused about, then Kylie talks about her New Years Eve experience, and Katia recounts the trip that she and the Muffin Man took to Brittany, involving seafood, fishing and giant rocks. Oh, and we have a guest. But he wasn't really supposed to be there.

k&k episode 207 - the one where they talk about The Plague... and stuff...

We're pleased to annouce the return (although not quite to form) of k&k in episode 207! It's an episode of apologies, explanations, descriptions of plague-like symptoms, allergy comparisons, goodie-eating, as well as a recap of Christmas activities, including over-eating, adventures in the snow and Tarot.

k&k episode 206 - the one where they go backstage at the Oscars... sortof... and stuff...

With guest host Dani in the Coffee Table Studio (yes, we have had this one up our sleevesies for a little while), we step into the world of glitz and glamour in super episode 206!

k&k episode 205 - the one where they try to decide between macarons and chocolates... and stuff...

After talkng at length about rhum-rhums and everything in between, we pretend to be cultured for a while in episode 205, as we discuss a recent theatre outing where we watched Frog and Colin perform marvellously as we drank champagne out of plastic cups.

k&k episode 203 - the one where Intern Noonan lives up to his name... and stuff...

After we spend some time ranting about garlands, Kelly and Christmas music, Intern Noonan regales us with gifts in episode 203, then we get distracted by words for a bit.

k&k episode 202 - the one where they talk about what happened behind the scenes... and stuff...

A week later and we're still on a bit of a high in episode 202!

k&k episode 201 - the one where they go live for the first time, in Paris (part 2)... and stuff...

The shenanigans continue in the live episode 201, with a feisty intern showdown, more intriguing debates, including discussions about Carla Bruni, chivalry and the smoking ban, lots of ambiance supplied by an amazing crowd, then Kathryn, Steve and Frog finish off the show with a song.

k&k episode 200 - the one where they go live for the first time, in Paris... and stuff...

Pour yourself a drink and get comfortable! Filled with laughter, very special guests, hilarious debates, a few nerves and so much shouting and applause from the audience that you could have heard it right across Paris - it is with immense pleasure that we bring you episode 200, live from Paris!

k&k episode 194 - the one where they talk about bookshops and armadillo attacks... and stuff...

We're pretending to be well-read in episode 194, as Kyliemac recounts some book readings she's recently attended (David Sedaris & Stephen Clarke), and we discuss our favourite English bookshops in Paris as well as the prizes that are up for grabs for the-episode 200 contests! Katia also does a toe update, which raises the topic of accessibility to transport in Paris.

k&k episode 193 - the one where Dani takes them on a european tour, and then they eat some chocolate... and stuff...

In episode 193, Dani tells us about what brings her to France, how to get in to the Bibliothèque National de France (French National Library) and whether her French has improved since arriving, then recounts some tales of her trips around Europe, including Belgium (we love our Belgian listeners, but apparently Dani went to Brussels on a day when everyone got out of the wrong side of the bed, or maybe it's just the men that are a bit sleazier than we're used to?), Venice and Poland (Krakow, Auschwitz & Birkenau). We chat about how it feels to see the physical consequences of the various wars in Europe, then Dani tells us how she's been taking advantage of living in Paris, including doing chocolate tours!

k&k episode 192 - the one where they talk about saving the world... and stuff...

From near-encounters with zombie minions to screaming into mobile phones, Kylie and (brand new guest!) Dani tell us all about how they saved the world in episode 192! Kylie tells us whether she has conquered her fear of zombies, then Dani tells us all about the joys of unexpectedly falling upon a Salon du Chocolat!

k&k episode 191 - the one where Kylie tells her Tale of Thievery... and stuff...

It's a Norman invasion in episode 191, as Kylie tells all about her adventures travelling around Normandy! She describes encountering Richard the Lionheart in Rouen (or at least what remains of him), visiting old plague cemeteries and the D-Day beaches, what happens when you don't pay attention to signs and what the Bayeux tapestry is really made of. Katia gives a toe update and we pimp out the events surrounding episode 200!

k&k episode 190 - the one where they argue about how early is too early to put up christmas decorations... and stuff...

In episode 190 we talk about when Christmas decorations should be put up (october? november? december? what do YOU think?), and we talk about some of the ways that people like to decorate for Christmas. Katia does a toe update then asks Kylie if she can shed some light on the way Americans make phone calls in tv and movies. This leads us into a discussion of the way we communicate across the world has changed in the last couple of years, and we reveal the intern showdown that may be happening in episode 200, then Kylie tells us about her upcoming holiday to Normandy and we talk about some book signings.

k&k episode 189 - the one where they wonder how to tell if men are being sleazy or sweet... and stuff...

As she recounts her plans for Halloween this year, we start off episode 189 with some psychoanalysis into Kylie's deepseated fear of zombies. We talk about where we're recording from, Kylie gives us a university update and we chat about Heather's book tour of the east coast of America. We talk about how to tell if a guy is being sleazy or not, then discuss our feeling for snow.

k&k episode 187 - the one where they talk about doctors, nurses and toes... and stuff...

It's time for some high drama on episode 187, as Katia recounts all that happened when they operated on her toe in her harrowing hospital experience. There is a lot of discussion about what you do when you have to wait 4 1/2 hours and have nothing to do, what French doctors and nurses are like, and what happens when an Australian wakes up after a general anaesthetic. We also reveal some exciting news about the upcoming episode 200, including international visitors and contest prizes!

k&k episode 185 - the one where they cure headaches but not katia's toe... and stuff...

In episode 185 we're getting really excited about the contest submissions for the upcoming episode 200, and we reveal a super-special entry that we are particularly excited about. We talk about how listening to k&k cures headaches, but it apparently doesn't seem to be helping Katia's sore toe, and we talk about charming French men, the power of accents and French Emergency Rooms.

k&k episode 182 - the one where kylie discovers the races and katia discovers the power of fluffy pens... and stuff...

In episode 182, we play a "dear" from a lovely listener (who, despite what she said on the voicemail, did actually give us permission to play it), then Kylie tells us all about going to the races like a lady. We talk for a bit about the power of fluffy pens, Kylie teaches Katia how to put a refill in her magic pen before she tells us about all the new words she's learning at school, then we describe What Happened At Rhum-Rhums.

k&k episode 181 - the one where they declare that the Champs-Elysées is over-rated... and stuff...

We start off episode 181 with a discussion of the twitter phenomenon, then Kylie enjoys some of the Halloween-y stuff that Stacy sent us and reminisces about Halloween. Kylie then tells us about visiting the new Ladurée Bar, and we rant for quite some time about the Champs Elysées, then we diverge into topics such as subtitles, how much French you really get to speak in Paris, the pharmacist myth, and mushroom hunting (again).

k&k episode 180 - the one where they talk about the important difference between nights and noodles... and stuff...

We're bringing it back to basics in episode 180, with topics such as Nuit Blanche (and the pronounciation thereof), BFF to the Stars stories, m&m moments, university updates, azerty vs qwerty keyboards and cochonneries (or pigpenneries). We open another package from a listener (which satisfies Kylie's halloween cravings), and we reveal not one but two contests for the upcoming episode 200!

k&k episode 175 - the one where they discuss being helpful... and stuff...

In episode 175, accompanied again by the delicious Frog with a Blog, we talk about episode 200, then Frog starts bombarding Kylie with questions about the US, such as what's with the "adopt-a-(fill-in-the-blank)" scheme? We discuss time-sharing the Scottish castle, then we address how Katia feels about actors, which turns into a tale of Lego and woe. We wonder whether Parisians and New Yorkers can be considered "helpful" as Frog continues to tell us about his adventures in New York.

k&k episode 174 - the one where they sing off-key over the music... and stuff...

We've got music in our hearts in episode 174, as Frog continues to tell us his stories about travelling in North America, these include (but are not limited to) gay karaoke in New York, adventures at toll booths, confusion about toilet doors, the ice phenomenon and ads on US tv.

k&k episode 173 - the one where they try to decide between cocktails and chocolate... and stuff...

We're thrilled to have the (in?)famous Frog with a Blog back in the Coffee Table Studio for episode 173, and of course he and Kyliemac have to open up some birthday presents! Frog then tells us all about his summer holiday trip across Canada and the US, and he gives us some of his perceptions about things such as what people smell like in different countries, how good he is at babysitting, dramas in the Greyhound bus and adventures on Broadway.

k&k episode 172 - the one where they talk about cognac tasting and raclettes... and stuff...

We're still telling stories about our visit with the Muffin Mans parents in episode 172: Katia tells an old family tale about cognac, Kylie gets excited about discovering the wine cellar, then we discuss what we learned about wine, mountains, cheese and strawberry shortcakes and the joys of eating raclette.

k&k episode 171 - the one where they talk about hunting mushrooms, cheese spiders and squirrels... and stuff...

In episode 171 we talk about visiting the Muffin Man's parents and the skills required when hunting mushrooms, how to identify cheese spiders and how to spot squirrels in the gardens of a château. We discuss our adventures in the forest and at the market, how Kyliemac felt being part of a "French family", and we talk about eating outside, the importance of long mealtimes for the French and discovering childhood toys in France.

k&k episode 170 - the one where they discuss Burgundy, and the effects of whisky... and stuff...

We're all m&m-ed up in episode 170, where we talk about what we did (and didn't do) in our recent trip to Burgundy. Along the way, you'll hear about all sorts of adventures, including getting mixed up about town names, b&bs around the world, what we consider to be a typically French impromptu picnic, seeing stars and bats and what happens when you drink too much whisky.

k&k episode 169 - the one where they recount the fourth part of their summer holiday adventures... and stuff...

We're back in the real coffee table studio for episode 169, but we're still chatting about our various holiday adventures. Kylie tells us about doing Tim Tam Slams in London, and Katia talks all about their trip around Scotland - she manages to actually make the Highland Games sound boring by dragging the story out for way too long, then chats about travelling around the highlands, whisky and grouse sightings. Kylie talks about some of the things she did in Canterbury, including murder holes and Canterbury Tales. We get into a discussion about beer, then Phil tells a story about kilts and Katia tells about how she and the Muffin Man found their dream home.

k&k episode 168 - the one where they recount the third part of their summer holiday adventures... and stuff...

We discuss the fabulousness of London and stage shows in episode 168, as we bask in the excitement that is seeing Wicked and Avenue Q live on stage. With the lovely Phil, we go all musical-nerd, talking for quite some time about all the other shows we want to see when we go back, and sharing our stories of the various other adventures we had in London, including visiting listeners, bus tours, museum-ing and what it was like to "see the sights".

k&k episode 167 - the one where they recount the second part of their summer holiday adventures... and stuff...

In episode 167 we continue talking with Phil about our adventures in the uk, including champagne showers, stone circles, cute country towns, a trip to the land of Robin Hood, then we reveal some unexpected and exciting news, and we talk about eating Indian in England and adventures at Cadbury world! And here's a game for you all : count a. how many times Katia picks on Kyliemac for her "details" superpower and b. how many times the grandfather clock chimes in this episode!!

k&k episode 166 - the one where they recount the first part of their summer holiday adventures... and stuff...

We're finally showing signs of life in episode 166, and we are delighted to have Phil back in the Coffee Table Studio! We start telling you all about our respective summer holiday adventures, including the uniqueness of blonde-haired children in Hong Kong, encounters with border security, castle visits and unintentional detours without maps.

k&k episode 163 - the one where they talk about how they travel... and stuff...

We've had this episode up our sleeves for a few weeks (we're on the road, you see!), so we're thrilled to present a little something we recorded earlier : episode 163, featuring the lovely Victoria, in which we get very reflective, talking about different travelling styles and the way we like to travel and why.

k&k episode 162 - the one where they learn about ferries, fairies and katia's fetishes... and stuff...

In episode 162 we're thrilled to introduce the famous Phil, who is travelling in Europe with his little family. Not even 12 hours before we head over to the UK on a k&k roadtrip, we talk about meeting listeners, then Phil tells us all about his musical theatre adventures, Kylie tells us about going to Disney and tasting chocolate, then we chat abut magic pens and finally get around to talking about "k&k on the road (summer 2008)", and all the shenanigans we've got planned over the next few weeks.

k&k episode 161 - the one where they learn all about concrete wigwams... and stuff...

It's been a long time, but she's back - Kim is in the hotseat for episode 161, where, after we talk about WhereTheHellIsMatt, and whilst we argue about the height of the French vs the rest of the world as we sip Mojitos, she tells us all about heat, roadtripping in America, concrete wigwams, the Grand Canyon and small incidences of culture shock.

k&k episode 160 - the one where they try to actually get to every topic on their list and therefore talk really really really fast... and stuff...

Who said we need guests to wreak havoc in the Coffee Table Studio? We're perfectly capable of doing that by ourselves, and we're pleased to bring pure k&k mahem to you in episode 160. We chat about tasting champagne, museum visits, the sncf and beavers, surprise boxes from listeners, mexican adventures, Temptation Island, the Tour de France, Magic Pens and Paris Plage.

k&k episode 158 - the one where they realise they totally abandoned their own picnic... and stuff...

We are thrilled to have Victoria (she was one of the instigators for the mini k&k meetup in California!) in the Coffee Table Studio for episode 158, where we try to do a quick roundup of the 2nd Annual k&k Bastille Day Picnic (including mascots, m&ms, bubbles, technical interns, muffins and tarts), but it actually takes up half the show. We then talk to Victoria about the phenomenon of listeners knowing lots about us but we know nothing about them, then she tells us all about her adventures holidaying in Europe, and especially her trip to Greece, and a recent facebook drama that she was involved in. Victoria then tells us a few more details about the mini k&k meetup in Cali!

k&k episode 156 - the one where they break into song more often than not... and stuff...

As is usual when Frog with a Blog is in the Coffee Table Studio with us, chaos reigns. In episode 156, we talk about everything from superpowers (Kylie has discovered that she has a new one! what ever could it be?), WITWATAP, how to exclaim "ye-haw", Bastille Day and the meaning of national holidays in different countries, mystery boxes and m&ms, Mamma Mia, postcards and high school photos.

k&k episode 155 - the one where they talk about mouse houses and amazing coincidences... and stuff...

We're delighted that Kathryn decided to stick around for episode 155, where Kylie tells us about a museum she visted with Ksam, we talk about a book signing we participated in, then chat about Kylie's recent visit to Disney (the burning question is did she wear her poncho or not?). We reveal who fell in the Seine at the 4th of July picnic we attended, what Paris looks like when you drive through the city at night, then we chat a bit about the upcoming Mamma Mia and the Bastille Day picnic!

k&k episode 154 - the one where they celebrate the music... and stuff...

We've got Kathryn in the Coffee Table Studio for episode 154, where we talk about annual fête de la musique (the festival of music). Kathryn literally had it outside her window, Kylie celebrated in style with classical and country music, and Katia tells all about going to the country for her French theatrical debut with Frog with a Blog and all the adventures that accompanied their trip. Kathryn then tells us all the details about her second Integration Day (including heated debates and fish and rice).

k&k episode 153 - the one where katia talks about visiting every pharmacy in Paris... and stuff...

It's all highly dramatic in episode 153, as Katia recounts a recent near-death experience and her subsequent visits to every single pharmacy in Paris, and we talk a bit about our different adventures with medical services in France. Katia then tells about a Japanese cooking class she did with the Muffin Man for his birthday, then we chat about a very nice review that was done of the podcast (who was the listener who told them about us? come on, 'fess up!), and finally Kylie tells us all about an unexpected Nouvelle Star sighting (definitely worthy of the BFF to the Stars group).

k&k episode 152 - the one where they reveal the special powers of the disney poncho... and stuff...

In episode 152, we read a postcard we received from one of our favourite brits and kylie shows us one of her senior year pictures, then we discuss some of the highlights of the k&k picnic, including encounters with fishermen, displays of superpowers and meeting lovely new listeners and catching up with old favourites. We get excited about a review someone left about Learn French on itunes, then Kylie tells us some stories involving hearing certain Learn French phrases in use, and we discuss translating certain English expressions into French and our different experiences of native speakers correcting our French. We wrap up the episode with an update on Kyliemac's thesis results and a quick discussion about Disney.

k&k episode 151 - the one where they continue to reflect on rantage... and stuff...

In episode 151, still accompanied by Vivi, we continue our reflections inspired by a post on Doc's blog, and talk about things like different customer service standards and missing food from home. We then have a bit of a chat about summer holidays, as Katia tells about all the dramas behind trying organise some adventuring across the UK, & we chat about how to book accommodation in Europe.

k&k episode 149 - the one where they discuss their superpowers... and stuff...

As we share some peanut butter m&ms with Vivi, we tackle an interesting and diverse range of topics in episode 149, such as k&k mini-meetups across the world, diabolical plans, pseudo-picnics, superpowers, Nouvelle Star and more baby bottle adventures, then Vivi talks a little bit about her experiences so far as a mother-to-be in France.

k&k episode 148 - the one where they talk about whinging... and stuff...

Everything is back to normal in episode 148 (that is, chaos reasserts itself), as we get settled in for a good chat with the lovely Vivi. We have a bit of a catch-up session and spend some time discovering the contents of yet another Mystery Box (this time full of Australian goodies), then Vivi tells us about her recent trip to Spain, and we talk a little bit about how people with disabilities are integrated into schools and workplaces in France, then Kyliemac tells us all about finishing her thesis!

k&k episode 145 - the one where they try on pajamas... and stuff...

The chaos continues in episode 145, as we talk about internships, and Frog with a Blog gives Katia and Kyliemac a very special present as they eat chilli lime peanuts. We talk a bit about our picnic, and then get into very serious discussions about eurovision, mario kart, hump day and which Sex and the City character we are.

k&k episode 143 - the one where they actually talk about Paris... and stuff...

In episode 143 we talk about Kyliemac's dissertation and her classes, and then we chat a bit about some visitors that Katia has had and the adventures she has been having around Paris with them, as well as the things they have planned. As a result, we end up talking quite a bit about Paris and the various tourist attractions here (including the Eiffel Tower, boat rides, Berthillon and Versailles), and we share our thoughts on some of our favourite things to see.

k&k episode 142 - the one where they pride themselves on sharing the Tim Tam love... and stuff...

We've got biscuits on the brain in episode 142, and regale you with stories of Kolenda slamming Tim Tams across the world (and he did it!), froggy dinners (with more Tim Tam slams!), Thai kings and kitschy port. We spend some time talking about Moo cards and a new Gadabout article that Kylie participated in about being an Assistant in France, then Katia tells about the one time she got detention, and we chat a bit about Facebook friends and do a WITWATAP update.

k&k episode 135 - the one where they wonder whether you can believe everything you see on tv... and stuff...

In episode 135, we show how it is actually possible to make yourself sound really unknowledgeable when you try to scoot around speaking about anything vaguely political, as we discuss the drama surrounding the Olympic torch relay and the way French people like to speculate on the state of affairs in the US based only on what they see on tv. Then we get into a number of very interesting topics : the joy of MTV, Kyliemac's spring break, random encounters with strangers, meet-ups with listeners, Shakespeare & Co., Katia's theatre adventures, WITWATAP, being friends of the friends of the stars and at the end of it all? You all find out who Katia could be neighbours with.

k&k episode 134 - the one where they get grossed out by the razor man... and stuff...

We're back to normally scheduled podcasting in episode 134, and after spending quite some time catching up on feedback from listeners about the most recent episodes, Kyliemac tells us all about her encounter with the Razor Man and Katia talks about her adventures in Venice with the Muffin Man.

k&k episode 132 - the one where they do Fashion Watch Spring 2008... and stuff...

We are proud to bring you a super special episode 132, co-hosted by the delicious Vivi. After people-watching for an afternoon in a super-chic café in Paris, we don our fashion diva hats and discuss the latest fashion trends in Paris in Spring 2008. In order to best appreciate this episode, go and play along on flickr, where you can see photos of everything we're talking about!

k&k episode 131 - the one where they talk about marie antoinette marie antoinette... and stuff...

Episode 131 starts off with Kyliemac telling us all about her visit to the Grand Palais to see the Marie Antoinette exhibit. We talk a bit about other museums and peeps (again), then recount our meeting with listener Kathryn and her superfantastically special peep egg before we all went to the Book Sale held by SOS Helpline. We round up the episode with a chat about the best baguette in Paris, do a WITWATAP update, then Katia tells everyone how excited she is about going to Venice later in the week!

k&k episode 130 - the one where they drink champagne on the Seine... and stuff...

In episode 130, we tell you all about a bunch of exciting things : our adventures on Ô Chatêau's new Champage Cruise on the Seine (including almost getting lost on the way, pretending we were VIPs and drinking way too much champagne in a short period of time), getting hailed on under the Eiffel Tower, eating Korean, then we top it all off with a gossip session about what Carla wore when she met the Queen.

k&k episode 129 - the one where they consider their fringes... or bangs... and stuff...

In episode 129, after Kyliemac tells us all about her new gaelic class (which leads to yet another discussion about the brétons, oh how we love the brétons) and her recent trip to the hair dresser, we discuss whether Kyliemac's new fringe suits her and whether Katia has poodle hair. Kylie then proceeds to tell us about some museums she visited recently, and then, after Katia confesses her push-pull feelings about Franck Dubosc, we talk a bit about kissing.

k&k episode 123 - the one where they do it for the listeners... and stuff...

We're doing it on two hours sleep and a considerable amount of caffeine but we're pleased to bring you super-episode 123.

k&k episode 121 - the one where they talk about unicorns... and stuff...

Episode 121 starts off with an argument about the definition of the words "métro", "plait" and "braid".

k&k episode 119 - the one where they rock the horror... and stuff...

We spend most of episode 119 recounting our adventures at the Rocky Horror Picture Show in Paris!

k&k episode 115 - the one where they reveal what's been up their sleevesies... and stuff...

Episode 115 is a bit exciting for us because we're revealing what's been up our sleevesies for the last few months.

k&k episode 114 - the one where they consider their acceptance speech... and stuff...

Frog with a Blog is still around in episode 114, where we open presents!

k&k episode 06 - SPIDERCAST 2006 - the one where they talk about spiders... and stuff...

Listen to Kylie's spider story of horror and learn about the various nasty beasties in France, America and Australia. All this and more in episode 6!

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