Become a Patron: patreon.com/PADutch101Ask A PA Dutchman: Triathlons!Douglas Madenford2024-10-06 | In this month's episode we try to understand what type of person would willingly compete in a triathlon and what would a PA Dutch themed triathlon look like.
Become a Patron: patreon.com/PADutch101Your PA Dutch Minute - Our Regional Accent!Douglas Madenford2024-10-02 | In this episode I take a look at our very own regional accent and how the idea of the "Dumb Dutchman" affected how we spoke and continue to speak. Be sure to tell us your PA Dutch accent stories and experiences down below!
Become a Patron: patreon.com/PADutch10192 - Jeremy NolenDouglas Madenford2024-10-01 | In this episode I invite award winning chef, Jeremy Nolen onto the front porch. We discuss his lifelong affair with food and his particular love of German cuisine. We also discuss his newest endeavor of offering tours to germanic Europe that are all food and drink focused. He also offers some advice for all of you foodies and home cooks out there!
Become a Patron: patreon.com/PADutch101Your PA Dutch Minute: The Easton Flag!Douglas Madenford2024-09-18 | In this episode we tell the story of the Easton Flag! Our good friend, Richard Mammana, comes on to help explain the history and mystery behind this star spangled banner. Was it the first "Stars and Stripes"? What is its PA Dutch connection? We tackle it all in this video.
Become a Patron: patreon.com/PADutch101Firmoo glasses try-on!Douglas Madenford2024-09-14 | @FirmooOptical glasses try-on! Check the link in my channel description and use the code VBJL50 for an exclusive 50% discount on your purchase!
Become a Patron: patreon.com/PADutch101PA Dutch Live! - September 2024Douglas Madenford2024-09-12 | This month we welcome back Ed Johnson as our guest. Ed will be discussing the "Great Wagon Road" and how the early PA Dutch utilized this highway to move west and south from the traditional PA Dutch area of south-eastern Pennsylvania. Our poem for the month will be "Der Humpty Dumpy" by John Birmelin and our song will be Chris LaRose's "'Sis net wie's sett."
Become a Patron: patreon.com/PADutch101Ask A PA Dutchman: Do We Need A Disclaimer?Douglas Madenford2024-09-01 | In this month's episode we discuss the possibility of including a disclaimer notice with our videos given Chris's new research into liability insurance for his hat company.
Support the Channel: buymeacoffee.com/dougmadenford91 - Tyler BarthDouglas Madenford2024-09-01 | In this episode I welcome Tyler Barth, Principal of Robb Elementary School in Lock Haven, PA, on to the front porch. We discuss his childhood that was heavily influenced by both his parents and his grandparents. We also discuss why he went into education, his transition from the classroom to the principal's office, and how he builds and maintains a culture of caring and excellence in his building.
Become a Patron: patreon.com/PADutch101Your PA Dutch Minute: 30 Useful Phrases for Beginners Part 2!Douglas Madenford2024-08-28 | Here are 30 more useful phrases in PA Dutch for beginners. These phrases are great for non-beginners too! Remember, you need to practice in order to master any skill....so pause, rewind, rewatch as often as you need to!
Become a Patron: patreon.com/PADutch101PA Dutch Live! - August 2024Douglas Madenford2024-08-15 | This month we welcome Tom Stokes on the show. Tom will be telling us about the early architecture and history of the Oley Valley in Berks County. Our poem will be "Drucke Wedder" by Salli Holsbuck and our song will be "Unser Bariyer" by Der Blohbariyer!
Become a Patron: patreon.com/PADutch101Your PA Dutch Minute: 30 Useful Phrases for Beginners!Douglas Madenford2024-08-07 | Here are 30 useful phrases in PA Dutch for beginners. These phrases are great for non-beginners too! Remember, you need to practice in order to master any skill....so pause, rewind, rewatch as often as you need to!
Become a Patron: patreon.com/PADutch101Ask A PA Dutchman: My Mother Used To SayDouglas Madenford2024-08-04 | This month's question comes in from Scott Gaugler of Cyberspace. He asks us about two different words that his mother often used in PA Dutch. DISCLAIMER...the one word is NOT PG rated but awesome none the less.
Become a Patron: patreon.com/PADutch10190 - Len Rutecki (Replay)Douglas Madenford2024-08-01 | In this episode I welcome friend and colleague, Len Rutecki, onto the front porch. Len is the autism teacher at my school and we discuss all things autism from what it is to how he works with his students. We also discuss how Len uses his gifts and abilities to raise money and awareness for autism outside of school. Throughout his life he has learned one thing that he continues to challenge us all to do: be kind. [Originally aired April 01, 2023]
Support the channel: buymeacoffee.com/dougmadenfordYour PA Dutch Minute: Kutztown Folk Festival 2024 Music Video!Douglas Madenford2024-07-24 | In this episode enjoy Scott Reagan aka Der Blohbariyer performing his original song, "Unser Bariyer" live at the 2024 Kutztown Folk Festival!
Support the channel: buymeacoffee.com/dougmadenfordPA Dutch Live! - July 2024Douglas Madenford2024-07-11 | This month we welcome actor and comedian, Adam Kissinger, on to the show. He will be introducing us to Doctor Schcrapple! Our poem will be "Der Viert Tschulei" by Salli Holsbock and our song will be: "Hinkel Bot Boi" performed live by "The Dutch Treats" at the 2024 Kutztown Folk Festival.Ask A PA Dutchman: How Now Brown Cow?Douglas Madenford2024-07-07 | This month's question comes in from Chris' lady friend, Emily. She is curious about why a typical PA Dutch accent in English says words with OU combinations, the way that we do.
Support the channel: buymeacoffee.com/dougmadenford89 - Ethan RodeDouglas Madenford2024-07-01 | In this episode I welcome fellow PA Dutch instructor and friend, Ethan Rode, up on the front porch. We discuss his childhood growing up on a farm, his move to Canada to study linguistics and his recent work as an online instructor of the PA Dutch language.