Learning to live and love life in the Hudson Valley. Hosted by Mat Zucker. Have you fantasized about living in the country? Curious what the transition is like? Or are you a local and want to see a different side of the folks who've invaded your land? The award-winning podcast Cidiot® has been featured in The Albany Times-Union, Chronogram, Country Living, Hudson Valley Magazine, The Poughkeepsie ... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 140 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Places & TravelSociety & Culture | |||
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It's peak leaf-peeping season, and Cidiot® and Kaatscast have teamed up to release foliage episodes the same week. Kaatscast covers the west side of the Hudson; Cidiot's got the east.
In this episode, Mat Zucker sits down with Amy Zanne, senior scie... more
Cidiot® sits down with Andrew and Michael, the duo behind FINCH, the Hudson lifestyle store that mixes vintage furniture and art with new design. Mat gets into how FINCH actually started — the leap from Andrew's career building luxury fashion stores ... more
Head north to Old Chatham in the Hudson Valley with us for another walk-and-talk adventure — this time at Silver Brothers Distillery, set on a beautiful former sheep farm with rolling hills, open vistas, and serious "old money" energy.
Host Mat Zuc... more
Whether you are packing up a one-bedroom apartment or hauling a heavy, beloved upright piano between boroughs, moving is a massive, stressful milestone. In this episode of Cidiot, we are pulling back the curtain on the moving industry to unpack the m... more
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I discovered Cidiot while I was preparing to move back to the Hudson Valley after thirty years away, and I binged just about every episode while I was packing up my life in Chicago. Mat is a great host, whose curiosity about the region and its people shine through in every conversation.
Apple Podcasts5Aaron Rester
United States12 days ago - Love this show! Fun & fascinating!
I love Cidiot & truly look forward to new eps. I am now listening to back episodes & love them too. If you have any interest in the Hudson Valley, this pod is a MUST LISTEN!!
Apple Podcasts5JLC444United States2 years ago - Must must listen
I am late to the game, bringing this for just about a week now when I can. I’m up to February 2020 cringing knowing what I know is about to come. I love love love this podcast. I grew up in Yonkers, but have lived in the true Hudson Valley for about 25 years. Cidiots drove me INSANE before the pandemic. I’ll be honest. We laughed at them as they walked Main St in Beacon. Now, since many people moved here from the city, I count them as friends, and I appreciate the balance that they bring of tryi... more
Apple Podcasts5KatBenn1plus2United States4 years ago - Cidiot
Quirky and so clever. Cidiot takes a not unfamiliar concept to a very high level with razor sharp observations and insight. Love the song, the production and especially the host.
Apple Podcasts5ITL, ehUnited States4 years ago - City mouse in the country
I enjoy this podcast, it’s a wonderful exploration of cultural adjustment in real time. Mat is learning what it’s like to be a country mouse and, as former country mouse myself, I’m enjoying a lot of the ride.
Apple Podcasts5GuthtaighUnited States5 years ago
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What is Cidiot about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A show centered on life, culture, and local stories in the Hudson Valley, blending personal experiences with interviews that illuminate the region's food scene, infrastructure, tourism, and community life. Episodes often weave practical tips with vivid local color—from craft distilleries and chocolate makers to moving logistics, boating, and historic landscapes—creating a strong sense of place and community. Noteworthy are deep dives into regional identity, a friendly, curious host voice, and thoughtful guests who illuminate local business, culture, and everyday life, making it appealing to both residents and curious newcomers.
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Cidiot launched 8 years ago and published 140 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Cidiot include:
1. Amy Zanne
2. Matt Greitzer
3. Dave (Mabey's Regional Manager)
4. Ryan Hart
5. Ryan Beck
6. Josh Rosella
7. Matthew White
8. Annik LaFarge
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