Ep. 36: Smörgåstårta & The Awkward Art of Love

What happens when American snack culture meets Swedish school lunches? 🤯 Josh & John dive into pizza fish 🍕🐟, Italian dunkers 🥖🧀, PB&J 🥪 vs. knäckebröd 🥨, and why snacks look SO different across the Atlantic.From baby strollers in the cold 🍼❄️ to La Croix dreams 🥤✨ and recycling like a pro ♻️—we laugh our way through the quirks of food, family, and everyday life in Sweden and the USA.👉 Would you survive on Swedish bamba lunches or American snack packs?

From shrimp cakes 🦐🎂 to tongue-on-a-fence crush fails 😳❄️, Josh & John swap stories about first loves, Swedish dating quirks, and what it really takes to hold on through marriage & kids ❤️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦.Laughs, awkwardness, and a little wisdom from Grandma Riggan 👵✨ — this one’s got it all.

🎙️ We’re back for a brand new season of The Josh and John Show! 🚀This episode has it all:🦀 Crab fishing with family🇸🇪 Swedish summers vs. American hustle🧔 John’s new beard era🎰 Pinball dreams & gut health goals👨‍👩‍👦 The highs and lows of fatherhood💭 Plus a real talk on loneliness, friendship, and why Sweden just might be the jackpot.Join us for laughs, stories, and some honest reflections as we kick off Season 3. ✨

What do you get when burnout, a jubileum, London, Öland, a busted room key, and a two-year-old with a sauna rash all collide? The final episode of the Josh and John Show’s summer season, that’s what. 😅In this episode, Josh opens up about hitting the wall post-Chicago while John recounts the chaos of hosting Sweden’s biggest school anniversary. We debate the Swedish art of not saying sorry, ghosting vs. direct conflict, and whether the east or west coast of Sweden actually wins the summer. (Spoiler: there are graphs. And feelings.)Plus:– Americans say “I love you” too much?– Does your beach have enough salt?– How a sauna betrayed Josh’s toddler– And why you should never take the principal’s chair.All this and more in a chaotic, heartfelt, and slightly sweaty end to Season One. Grab your coffee, hit play, and enjoy one last hang before summer break. 🌞🇸🇪🇺🇸

In this episode, Josh and John are back from their U.S. trip — jetlagged 😵‍💫 but full of stories 📚. From accidentally announcing fancy "banquettes" 🪑 at meetings to struggling with the word "itinerary" ✈️, John shares his funniest English fails in Chicago 😂.But it’s more than just laughs — they dive into culture shocks 🤯, night biking by Lake Michigan 🚴‍♂️🌆, tipping confusion 💵, hustle culture 💼, and why Sweden’s got some things right 🇸🇪.Language bloopers, real talk, and goa vibbar only ✌️🎧.

🇸🇪🍪 Ever wonder why Swedes never grab that last cookie? In this hilarious episode, Josh, John, and Swedish students studying in Chicago unpack funny cultural clashes, language mishaps, and unexpected American quirks. Laugh, learn, and leave the last cookie alone! 😉

Josh and John land in Chicago and dive into the little things that make life different — and a little hilarious. From crumb drama at Burger King to surprise lasagna, they reflect on American small talk, Swedish skepticism, loneliness, and the beauty of sunny days. A lighthearted mini packed with laughs and some unexpected life lessons. 🇺🇸🍔☀️

Why is burnout rising in one of the world’s most well-balanced countries? Josh & Jon explore Sweden’s “fatigue syndrome,” the pressure to be perfect, and why so many feel stretched thin—even when life looks good on paper. A raw, honest convo about mental health, expectations, and learning to slow down.

🎙️ Soft Little Bamses and Hustle Bros 🐻💼What happens when American hustle culture 💪💰 crashes into Swedish chill vibes ❄️☕? In this episode, we talk 4AM ice baths 🧊, side gigs 🎧, fika breaks 🥐, and why Swedes might be too comfortable—and Americans way too tired 😩.Is working 100% in Sweden even working? 🇸🇪Are Swedes soft? Are Americans just stressed? 🇺🇸Let’s talk productivity, identity, and the myth of doing it all. 🔄🧠⚖️

What happens when your kid messes up—but you don’t yell, punish, or even raise your voice? In this episode, we dive into the quiet power of Swedish parenting, where disappointment speaks louder than discipline. We compare childhoods in Sweden and the U.S., talk about respect, consequences, and how love sets the best boundaries. Spoiler: no one gets spanked!