Grocery Gamblers Podcast

The Gamblers continue to experiment with "elixirs" and enter the realm of non-alcoholic drinks. We're joined this episode by returning guest Big Pete (host Pete's father). We try Hop Tea from Hoplark, tea brewed with hops. We try a wine with no alcohol in it. And we try a whiskey "elixir" that was brewed with cannabinoids, but has no booze or THC in it. Strap in, as it's going to be a weird one.

Sean talks about how an old drummer friend of his would always drink energy drinks, and how a bad batch, mixed with some question El Pollo Loco, caused some tummy troubles.

The Gamblers got some premium chocolate from TCHO so we decide to deep dive on it. They talk the many flavors, how the name is pronounced, and other ramblings. Spoiler alert, it's all good! Listen to hear the range of flavors we tried. Let's take a seat at the table..

Sean discusses one of the best hustles he's ever encountered in his life from Poland.

Let's take a trip to Eastern Europe with The Grocery Gamblers as we try 3 different flavors of Pringles that are only available in Europe. We try Honey Glazed Ham, Roast Beef and Mustard, and Crab. We then discuss other flavors we did not get any exclusive or limited run Pringles flavors from the past. Let's take a seat at the table.

The Gamblers interview the president of one of our favorite breweries: Kevin Mcgee of Anderson Valley Brewing Company. We talk new release, lawn mower beers, seltzers, and how Covid has affected their business. We're really proud of this and hope you can appreciate hearing part of a business owner navigating Covid-19 like the rest of us.

In this weeks episode the Gamblers are going back to their home of Mendocino County to document one of the best breweries in California: Anderson Valley Brewing Company. One Gambler drank all his beer before the taping so he was "punished" with some non-alcoholic beer. The Gamblers try AVBC's Rice Ale, Fall Hornin' and Hazy Sour Ale. Let's have a seat at the table...

The guys talk over the top action movies and Sean shares a behind the scenes story of the Blues Brothers movie that proves some movies need to have outrageous concepts.

The Gamblers continue their search to find hot and spicy snacks. They try Taco Bell Crisps, A Fava Bean Snack, a KRAZY Cider and some Takis. Find out if any of them bring the heat.

The Gamblers discuss George Jones, long hair coming back due to Covid-19, peeing while touring, Soylent wrecking Pete, and diapers

The Gamblers try some coffee drinks, but not just any drink you get from a coffee shop. The Gamblers try Coke's new Coke Coffee drink, the bold pivot from Pabst Blue Ribbon of Pabst Hard Coffee, and Harpoon's Dunkin Pumpkin Ale. Let's have a seat at the table

Fight us, we don't care.

Carlin was unhappy about some food transportation done by Pete, so he decided to take Pete to Grocery Gamblers Food Court. Stay tuned through the end to hear the verdict, it's cheesy We want to give a shout out to our friend Lou Kelly for providing the music for this episode.

Carlin and Sean get deep about a diner that they do not like, and Dennys.

The Gamblers and their friend Jonathan talk a range of topics, like how Lagunitas Beer is commonly mispronounced.

The Gambler discuss items that they think they only would find in a frat house. Alternate takes on Pabst, Pringles and Planters? Take a seat at the table with us...

Sean enlightens everyone about the acting chops of Steven Van Zandt, and the group rates his clothing choices throughout his life.

Carlin moved into a new house and had to deal with a rodent problem. the Gamblers also discuss how cats can deal with rodents. Pete and Sean also talk about people shooting each other with BB Guns.

Can Ritz crackers and peanut butter ice cream make a good combo? Listen to our mini review to find out.

Recorded at the end of December 2020, the Gamblers discuss the short comings of Cyberpunk 2077 and it's glitches.

The Gamblers are joined by our first guest, Jonathan S, and we're drinking. But not just any kind of booze, booze that's a combination of 2 kinds of booze. The results vary, greatly. Listen in to find out if vodka and sake mix well, and much, much more. We also get a quest appearance by another former guest, Season 1 Finale judge Liz! Let's have a seat at the table...

Pete tells a story from college and the Gamblers discuss fast food that is still good hours after its cooled down

The gamblers grew up in the "Emerald Triangle" of Northern California and have heard some wacky theories of alternative cannabis uses in our day. Here's one.

Today Pete reviews a twist on an old classic. Hot Pockets have gone desert with the Cinnamon Roll Hot Pocket! Is is slacker food bliss, or a step in the wrong direction? Take a listen to find out.

The Gamblers had a long session with Bum Wine Bob so here are more bits of us hanging out. Enjoy!