🚨 Episode Highlights: In this episode of Drop A Pin, Donnie and Chaps dive headfirst into the chaos and charm of India with Barstool’s newest hire, Miresh. Donnie shares hilarious and eye-opening stories from his recent trip, including encounters with street cows, overwhelming spice levels, and India’s vibrant slums. Miresh, though not raised in India, brings his unique perspective on Indian culture, breaking down wild festivals like Holi and Diwali, the fascinating religious history, and cricket’s insane fandom. From arranged marriages to week-long weddings, this episode is packed with laughs, cultural curveballs, and a crash course in why India truly is one of a kind. 🌏🇮🇳 🧳 Donnie’s India Adventure Recap: From chaotic streets to serene temples, Donnie shares stories from his trip. 🤝 Meet Miresh: Barstool’s newest hire shares his experiences in India. 🏚️ Life in the Slums: A real look at the challenges and resilience in India’s urban areas. 🤯 Cultural Differences: Surviving spicy food, navigating arranged marriages, and respecting Indian traditions. 🏏 Sports Talk: not a whole lot happening in India minus the Presidential Sit and Reach. Chapters: 00:00:00 - 1:38:33 India Recap with Miresh 1:38:33 - 2:05:13 Gettin' Cultured Sponsors: Mando: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (thatʼs over 40% off) with promo code WONTON at https://Mandopodcast.com/WONTON! #mandopod Nutrafol: Get $10 off your first monthʼs subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code PIN. Better Help: Drop A Pin is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit https://BetterHelp.com/WONTON today to get 10% off your first month. #DropAPin 🌏 #BarstoolIndia 🇮🇳 #DonnieDoesIndia 🧳 #Miresh #SpicyTakes 🌶️ #CricketIsLife 🏏 #CowsInTraffic 🐄 #FestivalsThatSlap 🎉 #CulturalCurveballs 🤯 #BollywoodAndBeyond 🎬 #TravelPodcasts 🌍 #HoliVibes 🌈 #DiwaliLights 💥 #BarstoolAdventures 🚨

This week on Drop A Pin, The Wonton Don and Uncle Chaps are joined by Barstool’s Rudy, White Sox Dave (@barstoolwsd), and Nicky Smokes (@nickysmokes) for an epic journey to Istanbul 🇹🇷! From restoring their hairlines to exploring one of the world’s most vibrant cities, this episode has it all. 💇‍♂️ Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow: Rudy, Dave, and Nicky share their painful but worth-it experiences getting hair transplants in Istanbul, the global capital of medical tourism. 🚦 Istanbul Traffic Madness: The crew talks about navigating the city’s infamous traffic jams, near-death taxi rides, and the art of Turkish driving. 🍢 Turkish Cuisine: Donnie and Chaps rave about kebabs, baklava, and Turkish tea while the gang debates their favorite—and least favorite—dishes. 🕌 Rich History & Stunning Sights: From the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque to the Grand Bazaar, the group reflects on Istanbul's fascinating blend of ancient culture and modern hustle. 🤹‍♂️ Cultural Oddities: Street performers, quirky traditions, and moments that left the crew saying, “Only in Istanbul!” #HairTransplant 💇‍♂️ #IstanbulAdventures 🇹🇷 #BarstoolSports 🎙️ #DropAPin 🗺️ #TurkishCuisine 🍢 #HistoricalTurkey 📜 #TravelPodcast ✈️ #BarstoolRudy 🤓 #WhiteSoxDave ⚾ #NickySmokes 🔥 #DonnieDoes 🌏 #UncleChaps 🐾

🔔 Episode Highlights: 🎅 The History of Christmas: Tracing its origins from pagan festivals to modern-day celebrations. 🎁 Weird Traditions Around the Globe: From Japan's KFC feasts 🍗 to Austria's terrifying Krampus parades 👹. 🌟 The Oddities of Santa Lore: Who knew about Iceland's Yule Lads or Italy's Befana the Christmas witch? 🧙‍♀️ ❄️ Quirky Facts: Why do some countries hide brooms on Christmas Eve? 🧹 🍷 Christmas Drinks & Food: Mulled wine, figgy pudding, and yak milk (Donnie, we’re looking at you). 🔎 Fun Moments: Kate's hilarious attempt at singing carols 🎤 The Best Christmas Presents Donnie diving into Christmas in Asia 🎎 00:00:00 - 57:30 (Christmas Discussion) 57:30 - 1:14:09 (Gettin' Cultured with Eddie) #ChristmasAroundTheWorld 🌍 #SantaStories 🎅 #HolidayTraditions 🎄 Mention: Iceland, Austria, Japan, Italy, and more!