
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 | 127 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Winter in the Hudson Valley is not a metaphor. It’s a physical, emotional, and occasionally muddy reality—one that arrives early, lingers late, and demands respect (and better boots).
In the Season 8 finale of Cidiot, Mat wraps up a year-long explor... more
What does it look like to build a creative life without a ladder, a map, or a five-year plan? In this crossover episode, I sit down with Kingston-based cinematographer, podcaster, and all-around creative human Drew English, host of the podcast No Set... more
Live from Hudson, NY, it’s an author Q&A with Brian Shaefer and his debut novel Town & Country.
Recorded in front of a live audience at Spark of Hudson, Mat moderates a conversation about character, plot, and the worlds of weekender and local comin... more
Meet Patrick, owner of Lily’s Natural Pet Store, which just opened its second location after Poughkeepsie in Hudson.
We talk dogs—a favorite subject—and why he chose Hudson, why not on Warren Street for his second location, why it’s not your averag... more
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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!!
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
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.
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.
Cool podcast but “cidiots” are pricing native Hudson Valley residents out of the area (not to mention trashing our sites of natural beauty, such as kaaterskill falls, whose parking lot was recently closed because city people were leaving so much trash there and at other local(s’) gems on the road up to hunter/tannersville). People with multi-generational roots in the area are finding it harder and harder to survive here because of the influx of gentrifiers from New York City. If you respect us H... more
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Exploring the charm and challenges of life in the Hudson Valley, this podcast weaves personal anecdotes and community insights from both longtime residents and newcomers. Each episode typically features guests who share their unique perspectives on various aspects of rural living, from real estate and the evolving local culture to wellness, local businesses, and shared experiences of moving from urban to country life. The discussions not only highlight the beauty and community spirit of the Hudson Valley but often touch on the social dynamics between locals and newcomers, offering listeners a nuanced understanding of this vibrant area.
The podcast stands out for its authentic storytelling, humor, and relatability, making it compelling for a... more
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Recent guests on Cidiot include:
1. Brian Shaefer
2. James Lauren
3. Lena Rizkallah
4. John Burton
5. Jessica Morgenthal
6. Will Forge
7. A.J. Shenckman
8. Carole Osterink
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