Stuff Dutch People Like

S5 E6: Why is Dutch TV and film so strange?

In this episode of Stuff Dutch People Like, Colleen and Allard dive into the wonderfully strange world of Dutch film and television. What does Allard notice about Dutch screen culture as a director—and what sets it apart from its international counterparts? From brutally blunt storytelling to an almost shocking level of honesty (yes, even in children’s programming), they unpack what makes Dutch TV and cinema so direct, unfiltered, and unmistakably Dutch.

S5 E5: The One About Dating the Dutch

In this episode Colleen and Allard unpack what it’s really like to date the Dutch—from hyper-honesty and split bills to emotional restraint, planning three weeks ahead, and the unspoken rules no one warns you about. Is it refreshing or romantic kryptonite? We talk cultural clashes, misunderstandings, and the moments that make you laugh, cringe, or question everything you thought you knew about love. Whether you’re dating a Dutch person, married to one, or just Dutch-curious, this episode is for you.

S5 E4: The BIG FAT DUTCH PUB QUIZ! Play along :)

Join Colleen and Allard for one of their favourite pastimes: the pub quiz! This time it's obsure facts about the Netherlands. Colleen thinks she just might win. Allard says "absoluut niet"!!! Find out who takes the crown as they battle it out, and join along if you dare! Beware however, a friend has given them a gift to "consume" in this episode, and things do go a little wrong! Give it a listen to laugh...and learn!

S5 E3: LIVE from the "Stuff Dutch People Hate" book launch --a celebration of Dutch discontent!

In this special episode Allard and Colleen are LIVE on location n Amsterdam at the American Book Center for the launch of the new "Stuff Dutch People Hate" book! Listen along, with the audience, as Colleen and Allard share some of their favorite funny stories, faux-pas, and cultural confusions!

S5 E2: Stuff Dutch People Hate -the book!!

Exciting things are happening: Colleen's new book is about to hit the shelves. The title of the latest in the series? Stuff Dutch People Hate! In this book, Colleen flips the script and asks: “What really pisses the Dutch off?” Because, as she argues, what a culture hates can reveal even more than what it loves. Allard wants to know how the book came about, does he agree with what is written, and can he guess the (long!) list of what the Dutch despise? Tune in to find out!