Food News

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Join Juliet Litman and David Jacoby every week for ‘Food News,’ in which they will sample various snacks, share personal tales about food, and round up the latest in food news from around the world!

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Yesterday · 56 min
Chip City Shutdown, Breakfast Dates, and Another Blind Starburst Taste Test!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on a "demonic" coffee shop, discuss the "crossword bandit," and question whether they would eat Kraft Mac & Cheese ramen. For this week’s Taste Test, they once again try to identify Starburst while blindfolded. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Discover Extra Virgin Olive Oils From Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
October 2 · 51 min
Capybara Cafes, a Lobster Roll Divide, and Tasting Peanut Butter!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby follow up on the Kit Kat heist, dive into the origin of the Cuban, and share their thoughts on AI images being used in restaurant advertising. For this week’s Taste Test, they try cinnamon sugar and sticky s’mores peanut butter from One Trick Pony. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Discover Extra Virgin Olive Oils From Spain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 25 · 58 min
Butter Smuggling, Krispy Kreme Theft, and Tasting the Filet-O-Fish!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the bar that is dropping mask restrictions, marvel at the cost of a candy apple, and discuss line culture. For this week’s Taste Test, Juliet tries the Filet-O-Fish. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 18 · 48 min
Blueberries in China, Recycled Cookies, and Tasting Unusual Food Combinations!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby return to Pennsylvania for another heist, share their thoughts on the high school student suspended for bringing coffee to class, and follow up on the woman who was stood up by her date. For this week’s Taste Test, they try combining food to make it taste like something else, including banana and avocado, and lemon and cinnamon. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 11 · 1 hr 3 min
The Weenie Warlock, Alcohol Heists, and Blind Tasting Jelly Beans
This week, Juliet and Jacoby dive into more alcohol heists, share their thoughts on the food safety inspector turned social media star, and discuss a man who mailed in a tip. For this week’s Taste Test, they try to identify jelly bean flavors while blindfolded. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News, including tales from Jacoby’s RV trip, and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 28 · 59 min
Inside Panda Express, Pop-Tarts BuzzBallz, and Tasting Instant Noodles
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss whether eating lettuce is actually good for you, learn about how 'Love Island' contestants eat, and pay tribute to the 24-hour diner. For this week’s Taste Test, Juliet samples some instant ramen. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Discover Extra Virgin Olive Oils From Spain. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 21 · 51 min
Maggots in Ice Cream Machines, Gratuity vs. Tips, and Tasting La Colombe
This week, Juliet and Jacoby react to 20 tons of squid being spilled on a highway, learn about Italy’s cheese vaults, and discuss the rise of Burger King and the Whopper. For this week’s Taste Test, they try La Colombe coffee. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Discover Extra Virgin Olive Oils From Spain. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 14 · 55 min
An Unspecified Avocado Threat, Chick-fil-A to the Rescue, and a Wendy's Taste Test!6
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the U.S. suspending their avocado investigation due to an unspecified threat, a Chick-fil-A employee chasing down a car to deliver their drink, and a rotting stench in L.A. For this week’s Taste Test, they both try Wendy's iced coffee and a burger. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and react to a Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Michael Szokoli and Remy Hernandez Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 7 · 1 hr 2 min
More Cyclospora, Giving Up Alcohol, and Tasting New Sodas!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on dunking a burger in Coke, discuss a man and woman switching shirts to get around dress-code rules, and share their thoughts on the latest news from Noma. For this week’s Taste Test, they both try different new sodas. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and react to Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Discover Extra Virgin Olive Oils From Spain. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 31 · 53 min
Dessert With Ants, Little Debbie’s Snack Theft, and Tasting Apple Mousse!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby cover the latest 'Real Housewives' food drama, discuss multiple hot dog-related stories, and reveal how Fireball shoes that hold alcohol could be useful. For this week’s Taste Test, an apple mousse. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and react to a Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 24 · 56 min
Cyclospora Update, the Trader Joe’s vs. Aldi Rave, and Tasting Mushroom Seltzer!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the whiskey summer camp meant for adults, discuss the Florida pizza restaurant acting as a hub for hunting pythons, and break down the ice cream parlor that’s betting on the weather. For this week’s Taste Test, they try mushroom seltzer. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 17 · 52 min
Restaurants Cracking Down on Children, the Business of Fruit, and Tasting Banagua!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on California banning sell-by labels to cut down on food waste, discuss how branding affects beer sales, and cover the latest food heist. For this week's Taste Test, they try a banana water; Banagua. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News call. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 10 · 55 min
Taylor Swift’s Wedding Food, a TikTok Cake Pop Feud, and the Rise of Bananas!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby react to cocaine being found smuggled among frozen berries, discuss how the heat wave across Europe has affected its drinking laws, and share their thoughts on an all-you-can-eat restaurant informing diners how many calories they’ve eaten. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News call. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 3 · 50 min
The Japanese Ice Cream Cartel, Birthday Cafes, and Tasting Crumbl Cookies!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby react to espresso being created using sonic waves, discuss the fall of Bordeaux wine, and cover the increase of protein in supermarkets. Then they try a flight of Crumbl cookies for this week’s Taste Test. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News call. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new taste tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 26 · 47 min
Dumpster Diving, More World Cup, and Tasting Japanese Soda
This week, Juliet and Jacoby once again react to World Cup-themed stories, discuss the woman who invited strangers to her birthday party, and break down a heist involving used cooking oil. For this week’s Taste Test, they try two flavors of Japanese soda. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News call. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new taste tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 19 · 51 min
The Last Days of the Times Square Red Lobster, a Pizza Hut Sale, and Tasting Man Cereal!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby react to the travelogues of World Cup visitors, discuss the return of McDonald’s apple pie, and cover Campbell’s newest soup. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a trio of Man Cereal flavors. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News call. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new taste tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 12 · 55 min
Childhood Allergies, a 250-Year-Old Beer, and Blind Tasting Starburst!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby plead for Din Tai Fung to reconsider its decision to get rid of its rice cakes, break down multiple food heists, and share their thoughts on dinner party etiquette. For this week’s Taste Test, they break out the blindfolds to see if they can correctly identify different flavors of Starburst. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News call. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 5 · 49 min
Listener Food News Extravaganza: Hot Food Takes!
Juliet and Jacoby asked for your hottest food takes, and you delivered! They react to calls about chocolate chips in ice cream, eating meat below a certain price point, and putting peanut butter on a burger. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136, or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new taste tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 29 · 46 min
Non-Carbonated Drinks, Coke Zero vs. Diet Coke, and Tasting Snack Packs!
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Hooters trying to rebrand as a family restaurant, the couple who created a personalized spice mix for their save the dates, and multiple crime stories. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a trio of different Snack Packs. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News call. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136, or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Shop for Activia near you at www.activia.us.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 22 · 43 min
A Flaming Cake, Food Preference in the Womb, and Tasting the New Choco Taco
This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the closing of the oldest continuously operating Red Lobster, wonder how a Philly bagel show has had two explosions this year, and dive into the science of whether grapefruit prolongs a caffeine buzz. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Taco Bell and Salt & Straw’s Choco Taco successor, the Tacolate. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News call. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 850-783-9136 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail.com for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Be sure to check us out on YouTube and TikTok for exclusive clips, new Taste Tests, and more! Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producer: Mike Wargon Musical Elements: Devon Renaldo Shop for Activia near you at www.activia.us.com Find your season at ExperienceGR.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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