Ham Is Not Thanksgiving | 11-27-25
Description
This episode of "The Other Side of Midnight with Lionel," celebrates the quintessential American holiday: Thanksgiving. Lionel dives into the deep-fried, gravy-soaked reality of the holiday, discussing culinary mainstays like the cult-favorite Wawa "Gobbler" (a turkey bowl, sandwich, or wrap) and the dangerous, expensive spectacle of deep-frying turkeys. Beyond the feast, the episode explores the profound difference between a good call and "raw sewage in the punch bowl", dissects the myths of Thanksgiving (like Pilgrims wearing buckles or eating turkey at the first gathering), and debates whether ham should ever replace turkey. From Macy’s Parade oddities (live animals, wind-grounded balloons) to the merits of green bean casserole, truck driving, and the philosophical debate over AI grief bots, Lionel keeps the conversation compelling and often absurd.
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