The Gourmet Goober

In this episode, the Goobers celebrate a very important birthday before talking about Pusha T's beef with the golden arches, Pepsi's new maple syrup soda, Chef Jose Andres' latest contribution to space travel, a puzzling producer's note to Amanda Seales about BLTs, and the best thing we ate this week.  Heard on the show: Get some gear: https://gooberswag.com Steel City Cheesesteaks: https://w...

In this episode, the Goober gang talk about self-care, France's poutine woes, Jack-in-the-Box's epic troll game, why Girl Scouts are sweating cookie time, the return of Van Leeuwen's most notorious ice cream, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle's favorite pizza toppings, and the best thing they ate this week.  (Producer's note: We transitioned into using new equipment this week so the volume in s...

This week, the Goobers talk about T's totally basic tastes, missing saltines, the return of Adam Richman, a controversy behind beef's Product of the US label, Luke Cage joining Disney+, and the best thing we ate this week! Oh, and the team finally answers that age-old question -just what does outer space taste like anyway? As heard on the show: Yolk: https://eatyolk.com/ Goober gear: Gooberswag.co...

The Goobers discuss Tillamook's cheesy style, JJ's podcast cover blown at work, a dentist trip worthy of the Marquis de Sade, Janet Jackson's latest documentary, foodie words that suck, Mom's Spaghetti, and the best thing they ate this week.  Heard in the Episode: Goober Gear (Grab Some Merch): Gooberswag.com Mom's Spaghetti: https://www.momsspaghetti.com/ Tillamook's Cheesy Cargo Pants: http...

The Goober Gang returns with their first episode of the new year. This episode, JJ reveals the unexpected why behind their break, before covering a real East Coast/West Coast beef, McDonald's new hack having an old-school groove, Taco Bell's taking us to school, and why everyone is Team Elmo in his cookie fight against Rocko. Heard on the show: Miss Lilly's : https://www.misslilys.com/ Goldbelly:...

After some technical difficulties (damn Loki), the Goobers are back with a new episode of the Gourmet Goober. This week, they get personal with an unexpected medical procedure before chatting about being Black famous, Mountain Dew's weirdest flavor combo, going back to the future with JNCO and Goldfish, and why Big Daddy's beloved hot dogs may kill him.  Heard on the Show: Central BBQ: https:...

This week, the Goobers discuss the monstrosity that is Hard Mountain Dew, KFC's new pop-up hotel, Saweetie's newest McDonald's meal, and the best thing we ate this week.  Heard on the show: Omsom Pork Belly Sisig Recipe:  https://omsom.com/blogs/second-menu/filipino-pork-sisig-recipe Frenched Rack of Lamb Recipe: https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/classic_rack_of_lamb/ Put Five on It...

In this episode, JJ & Big Daddy discuss the controversy surrounding social media foodie sensation Darius Williams (#DariusCrooks), the new formula awaiting Coke Zero fans, why NBA player JaVale McGee wants you to eat spicy vegan snacks, and how Omsom made one of the best things we ate this week. Oh, and we finally address JJ’s newfound love of Tom Hiddleston. Heard on the Show: Omsom Mala Sala...

After an unexpected equipment issue (that JJ believes was caused by Loki, the God of Mischief), the Gourmet Goober gang is returning to your airwaves on Tuesday, July 27!  Be sure to join in the conversation by checking us out on Amazon, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you stream our shows. 

This week, we dive into the mystery of Frito-Lay's Flaming Hot Cheetos. Who really invented them? Plus, we talk about cicada tacos, anniversary surprises, why you should stop snuggling your chicken, and how Magic City (yes, that Magic City) made the best thing we ate this week! Heard on the Show Magic City Kitchens (Goldbelly): https://www.goldbelly.com/magic-city-kitchen Magic City Kitchens (site...

This week, the Goobers talk vaccinated family reunions, creative uses of Cheddar Bay biscuits, Epicurious dropping beef recipes, Subway franchises going rogue, Spongebob popsicle orders that have gone amuck, and the best thing they ate this week.  Heard on the Show: Schoop's Burgers: https://www.schoophamburgers.com/ A Nice Cup Of Histortea: http://CupofHistortea.buzzsprout.com Goober Swag: G...

Celebrate with us as the Gourmet Goober Podcast turns two! Then, join in the conversation as the Goobers discuss the Derek Chauvin verdict, the new Mortal Kombat film, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier*, shortages at your favorite restaurants, Disneyland's new pickle corn dog, Chik-fil-a's robotic delivery, the best thing we ate this week, and why JJ can't trust Big Daddy with a bobcat.   As heard...

After a brief hiatus, the Goober gang is back! This week, they talk about new job beginnings, an old (and horrifying) recipe, gentrified cake, Coca-Cola's stand for democracy, saying goodbye to DMX, the best things they ate this week, and why Ron Isley's new look makes him officially " Old Bae. " Heard on the Show: D & K Gourmet Salads: https://www.facebook.com/dkgourmetsalads/ Doughboys Pizze...

This week, the Goobers talk about their ill-fated quest to have Girl Scout Cookies delivered, WandaVision, Harry & Meghan's bombshell Oprah interview, Popeye's expert trolling, Goop's ghost kitchen, E.L.F's newest collaboration with Chipotle, and the best things they ate this week.  Heard on the show   Goop Kitchen: https://goop.com/goop-kitchen/ Serrano's Mexican Bar & Grill (Tr...

In this episode, JJ gives Big Daddy a master class on Marvel comics, the MCU, and WandaVision,  before discussing Hi-C's triumphant return to McDonald's, what's missing from Chef Marcus Samuelsson's tribute to the legendary Leah Chase, and Netflix's Waffles and Mochi. Spoiler alert: we talk about the plot of WandaVision from 18:00 to 38:04. Mentioned on the Show: Imperfect foods (Try their lamb ta...

After a long (and unexpected) winter break, the Outlaws are back! This episode, The Goob and Big Daddy break down the Capitol Insurrection, Subway's tuna woes, Kraft's pink Mac & Cheese, Boston Market's weird entry into the #ChickenWars, and how adulting can sometimes go wrong.  Mentioned in This Episode:  Old Chicago (Try the Italian Grinder Pizza) : https://oldchicago.com/  Ra...

Due to some unforeseen technical difficulties, we are not able to upload the latest episode of the Gourmet Goober podcast today as planned. We promise we'll be back with an all-new episode next week!

It's the last show of 2020, and the Goobers go out with a bang as they discuss JJ's hatred of Hallmark holiday movies, a spicy KFC-themed Lifetime flick, Stephanie Izzard's Instagram controversy, exploding Chick-Fil-A sauces, and the truth about women and foodie calls.  Heard on the Show Double Chocolate Babka from Oneg Bakery (Order from Goldbelly): https://www.goldbelly.com/oneg-bakery/double-ch...

This week, the Goob and Big Daddy discuss a Masterchef UK participant's major faux-pas, a Dallas restaurant's twerking problem, Lady Gaga's newest collab with Oreo, the craziest food people have brought to the movie theater, and the best thing they ate this week.  Heard on the Show: Hip Hop Chicken : 5729 Melton Rd, Gary, IN 46403  Trendsetters Bar & Grill : https://www.facebook.com/...

It's a jam-packed Thanksgiving episode, where JJ & Big Daddy break down the science of waffles, an unexpected throw down at In and Out, KFC's new Gravy Burger, unique Thanksgiving options,  a Love and Hip Hop side piece mystery, and the best thing we ate this week.  Mentioned on the Show: Garrett Popcorn Shop: https://www.garrettpopcorn.com Texas Rice Recipe: https://www.food.com/rec...

The goobers say goodbye to two legends of entertainment, before talking the election, voters and their fridges, how your proximity to a Cracker Barrel may affect your vote, and two really unique holiday gift ideas courtesy of KFC and Taco Bell  Heard on the show   Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company: https://chicagopizzaandovengrinder.com/  Da Burger House: https://www.facebook.c...

The Goobers are back where they discuss Big Daddy's and Braxton's surgeries, one restaurant's expensive wine mix-up, the end of TaB soda, England's Prince William getting his inner KFC on, hope for McDonald's soft-serve machines, and the best things they ate this week.  Merch is now available at Gooberswag.com. Heard on the Show: Cracked: https://www.crackedongreen.com/ (For Gary Residents, the Fo...

Unfortunately, there's no new episode of the Gourmet Goober this week. Big Daddy blames the Murder Crickets.

This week, JJ & Big Daddy break down the politics of ghost kitchens, Wiz Khalifa's burnt ends, Tyga's tots, a stunning new report on food insecurity, and Subway shenanigans.  Heard on the Show: Portillos: https://www.portillos.com/index.html Food Empowerment Project: https://foodispower.org/access-health/food-deserts/ Hotbox by Wiz: https://hotboxbywiz.com/ Tyga Bites: https://www.tygabit...

After a long vacation, JJ & Big Daddy are back! In this episode, they share the newest edition to the family, Travis Scott's Quarter Pounders, Lemon Pepper Lou, Magic City's food, why boneless wings are just meaty lies, and how Sprite is really the world's Blackest soda. Plus, the return of the best thing we ate this week.  Mentioned in this episode: Capriotti's Sandwich Shop: https://www...