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Doughboys

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The podcast about chain restaurants. Comedians Mike Mitchell and Nick Wiger review fast food/sit-down chains and generally argue about food/everything.

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Episodes

Lee's Sandwiches with Ify Nwadiwe

The 'boys are joined by Ify Nwadiwe ( Nerdificent, Candy Dinner, Who Shot Ya? ) to discuss their favorite fat food chains in high school and to review Lee's Sandwiches, a Vietnamese-American chain specializing in bánh mì sandwiches. Plus, a listener submitted edition of Cereal. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Aug 15, 20191 hr 39 minEp. 216

Del Taco 2 with Kevin Bartelt & Yusong Liu

From the new podcast Maybe Don't , we're joined by Kevin Bartelt ( Hollywood Handbook ) and our own producer Yusong Liu to discuss eating vegan in California and to taste-test the new beyond meat options at Del Taco. Plus, a healthy juice-edition of Drank or Stank. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Aug 08, 20191 hr 38 minEp. 215

Subway 2 with R.J. Fried

The 'boys are joined by writer R.J. Fried ( Late Show with David Letterman, Triumph's Election Special 2016, Our Cartoon President ) to talk Pennsylvania eats before discussing our return trip to one of the largest chains in the world, Subway. Plus, another edition of Snack or Wack, and this month's installment of the Golden Paw Club! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Aug 01, 20191 hr 50 minEp. 214

SHAQ WEEK: Shaquille's with Josh Weiner

To close out Shaq Week 2019, we're joined by writer and actor Josh Weiner (The Deadbeat, Tight Five) to discuss Shaquille O'Neal's restaurant that specializes in southern comfort food. Plus, a Papa John's edition of Shaq or Wack. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 25, 20192 hr 1 minEp. 213

Le Pain Quotidien with Johnny Pemberton

The 'boys are joined by actor and comedian Johnny Pemberton ( Superstore, Live To Tape ) to discuss his experience growing up with Minnesota cuisine before reviewing our most recent meal at Le Pain Quotidien. Plus, a tequila edition of Drank or Stank. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jul 18, 20191 hr 53 minEp. 212

Papa Gino's with John Hodgman, Jean Grae, and Jeff Tweedy

In Mitch's home state of Massachusetts, the 'boys are joined by John Hodgman (Vacationland, Judge John Hodgman), Jean Grae (Everything's Fine), and Jeff Tweedy (Wilco) to review a New England native chain, Papa Gino's. Recorded live on June 29th in North Adams, Mass. as part of the Solid Sound Festival. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jul 11, 20191 hr 1 minEp. 211

Starbucks Reserve with Jessica Chaffin

For our review of Starbucks Reserve, an upscale version of the ubiquitous coffee chain, we're joined by Jessica Chaffin ( Abby's, Desperados ) to discuss our most recent sampling of drinks and food items. Plus, a cake-pop tasting on an extended restaurant review. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jul 04, 20192 hr 14 minEp. 210

Which Wich? with Josh Gondelman

The 'boys are joined by writer and stand-up comedian Josh Gondelman ( Desus & Mero, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver ) to review a Dallas-native sandwich chain, Which Wich. Plus, a ranch edition of Drank or Stank. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 27, 20191 hr 43 minEp. 209

Al’s Beef with Megan Batoon & Amir Blumenfeld (LIVE)

Returning to the second city, the ‘boys are joined by Megan Batoon (Just a Tip with Megan Batoon) and Amir Blumenfeld (If I Were You, Buckets with Amir Blumenfeld) to review a Chicago native chain known for its Italian Beef Sandwiches, Al’s Beef. Recorded live as part of Headgum Live In Chicago at Thalia Hall, on June 14th, 2019. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jun 20, 20191 hr 38 minEp. 208

Ben & Jerry's with The Sloppy Boys

We're joined by musicians The Sloppy Boys (Jeff Dutton, Mike Hanford, Tim Kalpakis) to discuss our recent trip to the Vermont-based ice cream chain, Ben & Jerry's. Plus, a chain-specific edition of Fake Chews. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 13, 20192 hr 1 minEp. 207

Fogo de Chão with Candice King & Kayla Ewell

The 'boys are joined by hosts of the podcast Directionally Challenged , Candice King and Kayla Ewell, to review their most recent trip to Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chao. Plus, a Coca-Cola edition of Drank or Stank. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jun 06, 20191 hr 44 minEp. 206

P. F. Chang's 2 with Kulap Vilaysack

The incredible Kulap Vilaysack (Bajillion Dollar Propertie$, Origin Story) returns to the show to discuss her history with PF Chang's, an American-Chinese themed chain restaurant. Plus, a gooey edition of Snack or Wack. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 30, 20191 hr 57 minEp. 205

Hattie B's with Carl Tart (LIVE)

On our second stop in the south, we're joined by Carl Tart ( Comedy Bang! Bang!, Brooklyn Nine-Nine ) to review Hattie B's, a chain specializing in a Nashville-native dish, hot chicken. Plus, special guest appearances and a live edition of The Wiger Challenge. Recorded live on April 11th, 2019 at Zanies in Nashville, TN. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

May 23, 20191 hr 43 minEp. 204

Waffle House with Carl Tart (LIVE)

For our first time in Alabama, we're joined by Carl Tart ( Comedy Bang! Bang!, Brooklyn Nine-Nine ) to visit a southern staple known for its resiliency in staying open 365 days a year: Waffle House. Plus, an unexpected live edition of Snack or Wack. Recorded live at Stand Up Live Huntsville on April 10, 2019. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

May 16, 20191 hr 31 minEp. 203

Sweetfin Poké with Payman Benz

We're joined by director Payman Benz ( The Last Man on Earth, Brooklyn 99 ) as we travel to a California-native chain serving their take on a traditional Hawaiian dish: Sweetfin Poké. Plus, a Koreatown-inspired edition of Snack or Wack. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

May 09, 20191 hr 55 minEp. 202

AMC Dine-In with Kevin Pollak and Jaime Fox

From Kevin Pollak's Chat Show , Kevin Pollak and Jaime Fox return to the show to discuss our recent trip to the AMC Dine-In, where we dined during a screening of the film Captive State . Plus, Jaime provides us with a La Croix-inspired edition of Drank or Stank. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

May 02, 20191 hr 56 minEp. 201

Episode 200 - Chili's Too with Eva Anderson

For the 200th episode of Doughboys, we're joined by our first ever guest Eva Anderson ( You're The Worst, Briarpatch ) to review Chili's Too, a specialized version of the first chain restaurant we reviewed. Plus a TBT segment from the Doughboys archives. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Apr 25, 20191 hr 58 minEp. 200

Lou Malnati's with Jon Gabrus & Christine Nangle (LIVE)

This week, Christine Nangle (The President Show, Inside Amy Schumer) and Jon Gabrus (Raised by TV, High & Mighty) join the 'boys to discuss a cornerstone of Chicago-style pizza: Lou Malnati's. Plus, a live edition of The Wiger Challenge. Recorded live at the Logan Square Auditorium in Chicago, IL. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Apr 18, 20191 hr 51 minEp. 199

Portillo's with Jon Gabrus & Christine Nangle (LIVE)

The 'boys hit Chicago and are joined by Christine Nangle ( The President Show, Inside Amy Schumer ) and Jon Gabrus ( Raised by TV, High & Mighty ) to review a midwest chain specializing in hot dogs: Portillo's. Recorded live at the Logan Square Auditorium in Chicago, IL. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Apr 11, 20191 hr 33 minEp. 198

Sizzle Pie with Bill Oakley (LIVE)

Writer and producer Bill Oakley ( Disenchantment, The Simpsons ) returns to the show for a review of Portland-native pizza chain Sizzle Pie. Plus, a live edition of The Wiger Challenge. Recorded live at Revolution Hall in Portland, Oregon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Apr 04, 20191 hr 40 minEp. 197

Munch Madness: Poquito Más vs. Qdoba vs. Taco Bell with Nicole Byer

For the finals of this year's Munch Madness, Tournament of Chompions: Mouth of the Border edition, we're joined by Nicole Byer ( Nailed It!, Why Won't You Date Me? ) to determine this year's winner between Poquito Más, Qdoba, and Taco Bell. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 28, 20191 hr 21 minEp. 196

Munch Madness: Qdoba vs. Del Taco with Matt Apodaca

In the last semi-final match of Munch Madness, we're joined by Matt Apodaca ( Candy Dinner, What's With These Homies Talkin' About Weezer ) to determine who advances to the chompionship finals between Qdoba and Del Taco. Plus, a special popcorn edition of Snack or Wack. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Mar 21, 20191 hr 45 minEp. 195

Munch Madness: Poquito Más vs. Taco Bell with Mike Hanford

For the first Semifinal match of Munch Madness, Mike Hanford (Comedy Bang! Bang!, The Sloppy Boys) returns to the show as first-round winner Poquito Más faces off against heavyweight Taco Bell. Plus, a Starbucks edition of Drank or Stank. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mar 14, 20191 hr 50 minEp. 194

Munch Madness: Chipotle vs. Qdoba with Toni Charline

The second matchup of the 2019 Munch Madness: Tournament of Chompions is here! Toni Charlene ( Don't Worry, He Won't Get Far on Foot, Comedy Bang! Bang! ) joins us to discuss our recent meals and to determine the winner between Chipotle and Qdoba. Plus, another edition of Snack or Wack. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Mar 07, 20192 hr 4 minEp. 193

Native Foods with Tawny Newsome & Alex Kliner

The 'boys are joined by The Supergroup's Tawny Newsome & Alex Kliner to review Native Foods, a vegan fast food chain with a focus on sustainability. Plus, a McDonalds edition of Breaking Chews. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 28, 20191 hr 46 minEp. 192

Little Caesars with John Ross Bowie

The 'boys are joined by actor and comedian John Ross Bowie (Speechless, Big Bang Theory) to discuss New England eats before reviewing this week's chain, Little Caesars. Plus, another edition of Pie In This Guy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Feb 21, 20191 hr 40 minEp. 191

Smoke's Poutinerie with Alana Johnston (LIVE)

The 'boys are joined in snowy Saskatoon by Alana "The Knife" Johnston (The Birthday Boys, UCB) to review a chain set on spreading one of Canada's quintessential foods to the world: Smoke's Poutinerie. Plus, a live edition of Snack or Wack. Recorded live at The Broadway Theatre in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 14, 20191 hr 34 minEp. 190

Super Duper Burgers with Eliza Skinner & Jordan Morris (LIVE)

The 'boys are joined by Eliza Skinner (Cool Playlist, The Late Late Show with James Corden) and Jordan Morris (Bubble, Jordan, Jesse, Go!) in San Fransisco to review a chain touting a bold title for its menu items: Super Duper Burgers. Plus, the first ever edition of The Yusong Challenge. Recorded live in SF at Cobb's Comedy Club as part of SF Sketchfest. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Feb 07, 20191 hr 33 minEp. 189

Cheba Hut with Jon Gabrus (LIVE)

Jon Gabrus (Raised By TV, High and Mighty) returns to the show to review a chain specializing in toasted subs and "curing munchies", Cheeba Hut. Plus, a local Arizona edition of Snack or Wack. Recorded at Stand Up Live in Phoenix, AZ. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 31, 20191 hr 58 minEp. 188

The Hat with Betsy Sodaro and Mano Agapion (LIVE)

Betsy Sodaro and Mano Agapion, hosts of the podcast Horny 4 Horror, join the 'boys to review The Hat, a chain specializing in its pastrami-dipped sandwiches. Plus, a live edition of The Wiger Challenge. Recorded live at the Brea Improv. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Jan 24, 20191 hr 40 minEp. 187
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