Clean Up on Aisle Podcast

Our fastest turnaround episode to date, as we reflect on the supermarket burrito legacy of Dilbert cartoonist Scott Adams.  (Spoiler: The burrito, like him, sucks)  Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and chef.  Ada...

Today we are joined by one of our favorite comedians: Mary Houlihan to talk grocery store circulars. Everyone subscribe to the Mary Houlihan Show: https://www.youtube.com/c/MaryHoulihan Follow Mary on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryhoulie/ And if you want some zines, go to the patreon: https://www.patreon.com/maryhoulihan Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harma...

Today we are joined by London's own (and Jef's sister) Kate Harmatz to talk holiday traditions. We talk latkes, smoked salmon, and of course grocery stores.  Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and chef. ...

Today we are joined by Macy Ring, purveyor of the Ginger Rabbit Pan Asian grocery store in Yucca Valley. We talk about the struggles of opening a small business, rare ingredients, and cocktails in a can. If you are ever remotely close to the desert, you have to check out the Ginger Rabbit grocery store: https://www.instagram.com/thegingerrabbit_market/ https://thegingerrabbit.com/ Clean Up On Aisl...

Today we are joined by Writer/Journalist Claire Nelson , author of the book “ Things I Learned From Falling ” available everywhere books are sold. We get into the age old debate: “Paper vs. Plastic” and find out it isn’t as old as one might think. https://www.theguardian.com/books/2020/mar/11/things-i-learned-from-falling-claire-nelson-review https://www.instagram.com/ladyeclaire/ Clean Up On Aisl...

Our second guestless episode is all about Thanksgiving.  What’s the deal with thanksgiving? We get to the bottom of it.  (Kinda, we mostly talk about our personal experiences) Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and...

Today we are joined by the legendary Beth Allen from bands like Alien Probe and Hot Patooties to talk "Stuff that is Locked Up". Why do we have to ask permission to get a basic thing?  https://www.instagram.com/bethloudmouthallen/ https://www.instagram.com/hotpatootiesrocknroll/ https://www.instagram.com/alienprobehidez/ Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmat...

Today we are joined by writer, comedian Joey Clift to talk about the divisive topic of Lunchables. Joey is showing his animated film: Pow , all over the world. Make sure to give him a follow and check out a screening when it comes near you! https://www.instagram.com/joeycliiiiiift/ Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host o...

Cyberpunk 2077 and Marvel Rivals stars Alpha Takahashi and Eliah Mountjoy join us to talk video games, costumes, and of course Green Tea.  Jef and Adam had to admit the topic of green tea pushed them to their limit with it's complexity.  Adam got a puppy.  Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning S...

Our first ever, no guest episode.  Also our first ever field trip, as we go to 5 stores to compare and contrast the dog food.  Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and chef.  Adam Fligsten is the owner of Silen Audio...

Writer, actor, producer Jordyn Wright joins us to talk "fancy" ice cream. What makes it fancy, where did it come from? You should follow Jordyn on Instagram !  Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and chef....

Comedian, writer, and host Jolie Darrow joins us to talk the hotly contested topic of pre-cut fruit. What do we think folks: good or bad? Follow Jolie on Instagram Watch My Fd up Dog Listen to her D&D podcast Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director...

Hank Friedmann, our longtime friend and acclaimed Editor, Director, Writer, joins us to talk German grocery stores. https://www.hankf.com/ Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and chef.  Adam Fligsten is the owner of...

Writer, actor, art critic, and comedian Christina Catherine Martinez joins us to talk about grape nuts, supermarket mascots and much more.  Follow Christina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xtina_catherine/ Watch her Special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OiSAL2IFqfE Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107...

In one of our first in person recordings, we are joined by Liz Lapp of the amazing Hi Desert Times magazine store in Twentynine Palms, CA.  Liz is a print connoisseur who helped us with her expertise on magazines and basketball.  Check out Hi Desert Times! Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show w...

Writer, comedian, editor David Allen joins us to talk Surveillance.  Does it get dark? (Yes) Do we have a good time with it? (Also yes)  Listen to David’s excellent podcast, Loose Lips by Loose Meat https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/loose-lips-by-loose-meat/id965071428 Check out their sketches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XhCPdlBlWc8 Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends:...

 One of our favorite comedians and podcasters, John Cullen joins us to talk Kombucha. What's the deal with GT Dave? Find out!  Check out John's new book https://www.cullenoncurling.com/p/i-wrote-a-book   Pre order it: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/curling-rocks-chronicles-of-the-roaring-game/9781771624558.html  Or ask your library to stock it.  Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longti...

Writer, Cartoonist, multi-talented Scott Yacyshyn joins us to talk about the layout of a supermarket and how well it "flows". Find out why supermarkets put the chips on the end of the aisle. Scott frequently writes articles and cartoons for the New York Times He has a wonderful Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yacyshynscott/ And everyone should buy his comic at the Small Press Expo,...

One of our favorite cartoonists, Ness Ilene Garza joins us to talk frozen vegetables, comics, and managing a frozen vegetable section at a grocery store.  Please read everything Ness does at: https://www.instagram.com/practical_ness/ Support her! https://ko-fi.com/badhandscomics/shop Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host...

All around funnyman, Nate Faustyn joins us to talk Club Cards. Nate worked in a grocery store, Nate's Dad worked in a grocery store, and Nate frequently shops at grocery stores.  You can follow Nate at @looseNate just about everywhere.  Listen to his podcast: Loose Lips And watch the People's Joker: https://www.thepeoplesjoker.com/ Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends:...

Award winning writer and journalist Maggie Downs joins us to talk salad bars.  We investigate current grocery store salad bars as well as the history of salad bars in general.  Get Maggie's Memoir or Children's Book Subscribe to Maggie's Substack! Follow Maggie on Instagram Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co...

This week we are joined by Andrew Neal , writer/artist of the hilarious Meeting Comics to talk Self Checkout. Is this a dystopian hellscape worth avoiding, or a natural iteration of modern technology. Find out! Andrew also some of the best stickers in the game, and a Patreon worth supporting ! Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is t...

This week we are joined by the wonderful Vera Drew to talk conveyor belts. Conveyor belts? Yep, we did a deep dive in the history which might include trained bears and soldiers who just want more cookies. Vera is the director, writer, and star of the critically acclaimed subversive masterpiece: The People's Joker . You can follow her at Bluesky and Instagram Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hoste...

This week's guest is none other than Tod Perry to talk Frozen Pizzas. Tod is a podcaster who cohosts Alison and Tod: After Hours with Alison Rosen. Tod also has the fascinating investigative podcast, Marine Land as well as a Tao podcast called What's This Tao All About Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten.  Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z...

For our debut episode, we are joined with actor, creative, all around wonderful person: Lyndie Greenwood.  Adam and Jef bring research about the history of rotisserie chicken in supermarkets which might have been inspired by the Amish?  Watch Lyndie on Good Grief on Out TV Subscribe to Lyndie's Substack and Instagram! Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Ad...