The Junkees - Dave O'Neil and Kitty Flanagan

A couple of episodes ago Schweppes brown creaming soda proved superior to Kirk's red creaming soda. It can't end there!   Soda Contenders Bundaberg Creaming Soda Schweppes Brown Cream Soda   Also in this episode Blind Test 1 Freak of the Week - Choco Pies "Our experiment", quarantining some Allen's lollies - "It's not good science Dave."   Kitty's guacamole recipe - "It's simple. Av...

This rematch smells like chicken. And, bit of news if you didn't know, Fisk is coming back!   In the chicken coup; Chicken Crimpy in A Bisckit Drumstix flavour Natural Cracker Co. Roast Chicken Crispy Crackers   Also in this episode Two blind test from Kitty - Blind 1 & Blind 2 Kitty's journey to the Dark Side - Kit Kat & Old Gold ( and Cherry Ripe block )   Facebook Group f...

So. We had a technical problem with the previous two episodes. One ep was released about Chicken-Ina-Biskit but the sound was all off. Specifically, Kitty's mic keeps going in and out. Very distracting. More details below if you want the technical explanation.   Catching up on The Lost Episodes-sodes-sodes BBQ Chips Samboy BBQ Smiths BBQ Boulder Canyon - hickory BBQ New segment - Shut Up Abou...

Cracker Chips, when you want healthier than a chip but not as bland as a cracker. Arnott's Cracker Chips Fantastic Snacks' Delites Red Rock Deli's Gourmet Cracker   Also in this episode New segment - Freak Of The Week! Gaytime x Fruit Loops ? Popcorn revisited with some laaaaame research Just Click On It - Whittakers Hokey Pokey & Kit Kat Caremal Crisp Dan Andrew's favourite chip and choc...

Classic Kit Kat up against the classic chocolate maker Cadbury, but does the Cadbury wafer version stack up against the original? We haven't teased this one out until the end. It's front and centre to start the show.   Also in this episode Blind Tests ( Kitty, Dave and Kitty's second blind recommended on Instagram ) New product - Piñatas and Party Favs , celebrating Allen's 100 birthda...

That's the feature, digestive biscuit rematch on this episode. It's not taken lightly, this isn't a flippant episode where we didn't have something to fill so we thought 'Hey! Let's just dredge up a old episode and do a line extension?!' No. There's been correspondence and passion surrounding the digestive line. It simply wasn't over at the end of the last episode we covered them. McVities digesti...

Had some serious recommendations for a particular cheese chip. With all due respect, we're checking out the suggested chip (which could be used for dip) and the the competition.  Tyrrell's Mature Cheddar and Chive Smith's Cheese and Onion   Also in this episode New Zealand lollies; Perky Nana, Jet Planes, Emos, Toasties Sweet Sweeeeet Memory Jogger - TOOBS!!!   Facebook Group for Th...

Lockdown has finally got to us. So this episode is more of an update, yeah an update, of what's been happening in Junkee Town. Cheese chips are a feature for Kitty after trekking around with a backpack to gather snacks. Dave has been on the second dose of the Covid-19 vax. The chip from the vaccination implanted in Dave recorded this episode by the way. And an old favourite is sent to a friend - t...

The look the same but have a subtle different. Both seem patriotic, both quite chocolatey.   Also in this episode Boulder Canyon send some chips Blind Taste ( Blind taste 1 , Blind taste 2 ) Two salt and vinegar varieties from Boulder Canyon The history of Twisties and the CSIRO - Thanks to Jessica on the Junkees Facebook group for mentioning this.   Facebook Group for The Junkees is her...

The fizz is on! It's on the street! A guaranteed fizzer? Subsequent inclusions - Strawberry Sherbet and Sherbet Cones.   Also in this episode Blind test - Spoiler 1 , Spoiler 2 Sweet Sweet Memory Jogger - Spoiler Don't Bother - Spoiler   Facebook Group for The Junkees is here   Big shout out to Audio Technica - The Junkees use Audio Technica AT-BP40 microphones . Sounding good! &nbs...

Two classic chews - one red, one white. Not such a fair fight as they're really quite different. There's been some time since Kitty and Dave have chewed through a red or white stick. What's changed?   Also in this episode Blind test ( Chip 1 , Chip 2 ) Please Discuss, line extension - Tee Vee Snacks X Krispy Kreme .   Facebook Group for The Junkees is here   Big shout out to Audio T...

We've gone back to Nana's house to pick through biscuits from yesteryear. How does the Spicy Fruit Roll stack up in the present? And it's cousin the Full O Fruit . Then the healthy option, the Snack Right Pillow.   Also in this episode Blind Test ( Chip 1, Chip 2 ) Please Discuss X Sweet Sweet Memory Jogger - Mint Chocolate. Including Cadbury Snifter Block and Harrington's after dinner mint (...

They're a longer chew these wine gums. Good for the car. With some good lame research to kick off. Brands sampled Pascall Maynard Basetts   Also in this episode Blind Test ( Chip , Chip , Chip ) Correspondence! Secret Lindt drop! Caramel squares only available in Coles #notasponsor   Facebook Group for The Junkees is here   Big shout out to Audio Technica - The Junkees use Audio Tec...

Big episode this week with a new segment - Convert Me Can Kitty change Dave's mind about her favourite chips? Boulder Canyon sea salt and cracked pepper Special consideration to some Natural Chip Company flavours also thanks to Toby.   Also in this episode Blind Test ( Doritos ,  Shapes ,  Twisties ) The First Drink Test!  Chupa Chup Grape Drink   Facebook Group for The Ju...

Classics under the microscope, with a surprising result! Digestives Chocolate Scotch Finger Chocolate Teddy Bear   Also in this episode Roundtrees Randoms Sweet Sweet Memory Jogger (without eating music!) Correspondence   Facebook Group for The Junkees is here   Big shout out to Audio Technica - The Junkees use Audio Technica AT-BP40 microphones . Sounding good!   Follow Kitty!...

The colour red under taste bud scrutiny; Classic raspberry lolly Allen's red frog, the big version Allen's red frog, the small version IGA generic raspberry Allen's sour red frogs   Also in this episode Blind Test ( Spoiler 1 , Spoiler 2 , Spoiler 3 Sweet SWEEEEET Memory Jogger   Melbourne Podcast Festival live show on sale from 1 PM Monday! Melbournepodcastfestival.com   Facebook G...

Named after the family horse. Not just classic Snickers that we know and love. There's a white chocolate Snickers too (half price at Woolworths, says something).   Also in this episode Blind Test ( Spoiler 1 , Spoiler 2 , Spoiler 3 ) Eternal Peanut Butter Chocolate Quest - Oreos Just DON'T Get Some ( of these )   Facebook Group for The Junkees is here   Big shout out to Audio Techni...

So much research it's not even lame. One fact - the chocolate is the base! The prize fight is Wheaten and Digestives but two other worthy contenders make an appearence. Chocolate Wheaten Digestives Hobnob Butternut Snap   Also in this episode Blind test - Spoiler 1 ( Bonus info ), Spoiler 2 - "brackish", Spoiler 3 ,  Banana Redux ( Amazing lame research - pre-60s bananas, 'Big Mike' ) &n...

No show this week due to the lockdown. It just got too much to posting things around and we wouldn't have made it in time. But, great information about what's ahead so you can get prepping to eat along. Topics head in the next episodes Snickers Wheatons vs Digestives Raspberry jelly lollies Bananas (the chalkie lollies, not the fruit, no way) New segment - Just Don't Get Some   Check out; Som...

Chocolate covered caramel in a cube. Fantails Pascals Chocolate Box   Also in this episode Blind Test - Spoiler 1 , Spoiler 2!!!! , Spoiler 3, Spoiler 4 Just Get Some! - Lindt LES GRANDES White Almond   Mentioned in the episode - The Guardian article Experience: I’ve had the same supper for 10 years "I have two pieces of fish, an onion, an egg, baked beans and biscuits."   Facebook Group for The J...

All about the bananas! Lolly bananas (think party mix) Perky Nana Cadbury block Barney Banana vs Banana Paddlepop ice cream   Courtney is on the case to track down a food tech from Allens, too!   Facebook Group for The Junkees is here   Big shout out to Audio Technica - The Junkees use Audio Technica AT-BP40 microphones . Sounding good!   Follow Kitty! Instagram / Facebook / Yo...

Kitty's on in Wollongong for work so Dave give's her a call to plan the next episode . It's going to be bananas. Not the real ones, the fake ones.    Facebook Group for The Junkees is here   Big shout out to Audio Technica - The Junkees use Audio Technica AT-BP40 microphones . Sounding good!   Follow Kitty! Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Dave! Twitter / Facebook   T...

Four to taste, could've gone a bit overboard. These Rocky Road versions were chosen for availability so you can get any or all without too much fuss. Freckleberry Gumtree (supermarket) version Cadbury Rocky Road block Darrell Lea Raspberry Rocklea Road   Also in this episode Blind Test, the sick and salty roundabout New segment, The Knowledge!   Facebook Group for The Junkees is here &nb...

Arguably very similar, but in reality quite different.   Also in this episode Blind test, not burn but Dave has a cracker - HAGGIS! Please discuss, chocolate covered French Fries and Oreos   Facebook Group for The Junkees is here   Big shout out to Audio Technica - The Junkees use Audio Technica AT-BP40 microphones . Sounding good!   Follow Kitty! Instagram / Facebook / YouTube...

Blue Ribbon Vs Bulla Chocolate Ice Cream No complaining about there only being two in the fight. The obvious number 3 was a let down in the vanilla challenge and fancy brands aren't invited.   Also in this episode Peppermint (peppie) Crisp Sweet Sweet Memory Jogger - Fruit Sticks Blind taste test   Facebook Group for The Junkees is here   Big shout out to Audio Technica - The Junkee...