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Ringer Food

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Join Juliet Litman and David Jacoby every week for ‘Food News,’ in which they will sample various snacks, share personal tales about food, and round up the latest in food news from around the world. And come hang with Joe House and his culinary comrades on ‘House of Carbs’ to devour the latest additions to the food universe’s menu with a slate of tasty episodes throughout the year.

Episodes

King Charles's Food-Powered Car, Starbucks Nugget Ice, and Tasting Velveeta Chocolate Truffles

Juliet and Jacoby discuss Wendy’s plan to use subterranean robots to deliver food, get an update on the recently renamed Frankmobile, and wonder which foods actually need to be kept refrigerated. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the Velveeta Chocolate Truffles. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email ListenerFoodNews@...

Jun 02, 202338 min

Cooking With Volcanic Heat, an Italian Pasta Crisis, and Tasting Sapote Negra in Tenerife

All good things must come to an end, and in this week’s episode, Juliet and Jacoby put a bow around their spring break trip to Spain. They discuss more British profiling, question cheese-flavored chocolate truffles, and debate a Michelin-star meal served in the stratosphere. For this week's taste test, we return to Finca Ecológica La Calabacera to taste sapote negra. Finally, Juliet and Jacoby close the show by sharing their Personal Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear fro...

May 26, 202333 min

A 'Mission: Impossible'–Style Food Heist, Paris’s Best Baguette, and Tasting a Bacon Ranch McCrispy

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss Oscar Mayer changing the name of the Wienermobile to the Frankmobile, share their thoughts on office fridge etiquette, and question a supposed beer-powered motorcycle. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the Bacon Ranch McCrispy from McDonald's. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email...

May 19, 202336 min

A New Jersey Pasta Mystery, Wine Made by Nuns, and Tasting Häagen-Dazs Black and White Cookie Ice Cream

This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the couple smuggling Fruit Roll-Ups to Israel, react to the vegan family that asked their neighbors to close their windows when cooking meat, and wonder about a woman who survived for five days on wine. For this week’s Taste Test, they try Black and White Cookie ice cream from Häagen-Dazs. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to ...

May 12, 202335 min

Wooly Mammoth Meatballs, an Alcohol Miracle, and Tasting Frito Mallorquín de Marisco in Mallorca

For the final leg of their culinary Spring Break, Juliet and Jacoby travel to Mallorca. An island in the Mediterranean Sea, Mallorca is a tourism hot spot due to its beautiful beaches, stunning architecture, and of course the fantastic food. This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss etiquette when booking restaurant reservations, wonder why Panera needs biometric technology, and debate how they each enjoy their water. This week's Taste Test is frito mallorquín de marisco from Mar Blau Bistro located ...

May 05, 202332 min

A Star Athlete Restaurant Collaboration, a Domino's Delivery Debacle, and Tasting Tuna Lasagne in Málaga

It’s time for stop no. 3 on our Spanish spring break. Juliet and Jacoby travel to mainland Spain and the coastal city of Málaga. The birthplace of Pablo Picasso and home to beautiful beaches, the lively city of Málaga is perfect for the food-loving traveler. This week, they discuss California potentially banning certain chemicals found in common foods, marvel at ancient cultures making wine, and debate the merits of olive oil. This week's Taste Test is tuna lasagne from the restaurant Los Patios...

Apr 28, 202334 min

Illegal Monkey Labor, Coriander Pizza, and Tasting a Canary Island Cheese Board in Tenerife

Spring break continues with stop no. 2. In Tenerife, known for its microclimates and black-sand beaches, Juliet and Jacoby get a firsthand look at how volcanic soil affects the flavor of food on this tropical island. They discuss the treatment of octopi, question a restaurant’s decision to serve deep-fried squirrel, and share their thoughts on gene-edited food. During Taste Test, they sample a Canary Island cheese board featuring four cheeses made with goat’s and sheep’s milk. Finally, they clos...

Apr 21, 202333 min

A Man’s Mummy Girlfriend, Cooking With Alcohol, and Tasting Pavlova From Classified in Newark Airport

It’s spring break, and Juliet and Jacoby are trading in the studio for a beach. Over the next several weeks, tune in for special episodes from their trip to Spain! Stop no. 1 is Classified, the invite-only restaurant in the United terminal at Newark Airport, as they prepare to start their journey. Join them as they debate whether peanut butter is a liquid, discuss a local food heist, and break down Chris Martin’s diet. For this week’s Taste Test, they try pavlova from the Classified menu, and th...

Apr 14, 202331 min

Eating in the Bathroom, J.Lo’s Canned Cocktails, and Tasting Chips Ahoy Cookies

Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on Brooke Shields no longer receiving Tom Cruise’s Christmas cake, discuss Gen Z’s aversion to drinking milk, and weigh in on a viral Reddit post involving ranch. For this week’s Taste Taste, they taste original Chips Ahoy and Hershey’s Chips Ahoy to see if they can tell the difference. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a v...

Apr 07, 202333 min

Reba McEntire’s Restaurant, White Claw Vodka, and Tasting Bluebird Hardwater Vodka

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss scalpers buying up restaurant reservations and reselling them, react to Romy Mars’s TikTok, and examine King Charles’s diet. For this week’s taste test, they try Bluebird Hardwater Vodka, and they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and hearing a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on...

Mar 24, 202335 min

Hot Fish, a Massive Crab Heist, and Dinner at Zahav

Juliet and Jacoby travel to Philadelphia to record this week’s episode while eating dinner at Zahav! They discuss date etiquette when it comes to food, break down what type of meat belongs in a boneless wing, and react to the news that Dole Whips will be made available in stores. For this week’s Taste Test, they sample crispy Persian rice, pomegranate lamb shoulder, and date-glazed eggplant from Zahav. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener...

Mar 17, 202334 min

“Sushi Terrorism,” Wolverine’s Diet, and Jacoby’s Guacamole Redemption

This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on Ariana Madix’s post-scandal meal, discuss how to lose weight eating McDonalds, and wonder why a box of Girl Scout cookies is selling for hundreds of dollars online. For this week’s Taste Taste, Jacoby once again tries to make a suitable guacamole. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 o...

Mar 10, 202341 min

Sir Kensington’s Ketchup Is Discontinued, In-Flight Vegan Meals, and Tasting Ice Cream Sundaes

This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on eating ribs on an airplane and break down proper plane food etiquette. Then, they give their theories on the man who survived on a boat by eating ketchup and discuss alternative milks. For this week’s Taste Test, they try ice cream with salt and olive oil on top. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail a...

Mar 03, 202337 min

Subway Is Up for Sale, Another Candy Heist, and Tasting Dr Pepper

Juliet and Jacoby first share their thoughts on the New Jersey restaurant that has banned children under the age of 10. Then, they discuss the cost benefits of ordering takeout before they break down yet another food heist. For this week’s Taste Taste, they try the original and strawberries and cream flavors of Dr Pepper. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and react to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voic...

Feb 17, 202337 min

An Official State Aroma, Eating Oranges in the Shower, and Tasting Super Bowl Appetizers

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss a mafia boss turned pizza boss, pay homage to the late creator of Peeps, and share their thoughts on a dessert soda. For this week’s Taste Test, they try an array of appetizers ahead of the big game. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and answering a listener question. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news s...

Feb 10, 202338 min

A Grubhub Spending Spree, “Burrito Season,” and Comparing Sprite and Starry

Juliet and Jacoby break down a string of food heists in Canada, wonder about the discovery of a 5000-year-old tavern, and discuss Nancy Pelosi’s diet. For this week’s Taste Test, they compare the taste of Starry to Sprite. Finally, they close the showing by sharing their Personal Food News and answering a listener-submitted question. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news sh...

Feb 03, 202339 min

Robert Pattinson’s Potato Diet, Egg Smuggling, and Tasting Whole Foods Truffles

Robert Pattinson’s Potato Diet, Egg Smuggling, and Tasting Whole Foods Truffles This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on Pizza Hut breaking the record for largest pizza, question if coffee pods are bad for the environment, and discuss the cake Tom Cruise sends out for the holidays. This week’s Taste Test is a pair of chocolaty treats from Whole Foods and they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food N...

Jan 27, 202337 min

1,700-Year-Old Wine, East Coast In-N-Outs, and a Blind Wine Taste Test

This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on gas stoves, react to Shakira’s jam detective skills, and explain why they won’t miss Sierra Mist. For this week’s Taste Test, they try a cheap, intermediate, and expensive bottle of cabernet sauvignon to see whether they can taste the difference. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and answer some listener-submitted voicemails. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-78...

Jan 20, 202336 min

A Wisconsin Butter Fire, Chocolate Lawsuits, and Comparing Peanut and Peanut Butter M&M’s

Juliet and Jacoby discuss the closure of Noma, react to Pizza Hut bringing “The Big New Yorker” back, and share their thoughts on blueberry muffins. This week’s Taste Test pits peanut M&M’s against their peanut butter counterpart, and after that they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet L...

Jan 13, 202338 min

Caviar-Topped Doritos, Eating Christmas Trees, and a Blind Cola Taste Test

Juliet and Jacoby kick off the new year by looking into the origins of chicken tikka masala, defending American chocolate, and discussing the addition of sesame to the FDA’s major allergen list. For this week’s Taste Test, they try five different colas and try to guess the flavor. Finally, they share their Personal Food News and close by hearing some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email ListenerFoodNews@Gmail....

Jan 06, 202336 min

The Lion Diet, Christmas Cookies, and Tasting Sake High!

This week, Juliet and Jacoby dive deeper into panettone, look at how hot dogs are made, and discuss Tom Hanks's latest culinary venture. For this week’s Taste Test they try Sake High! Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet Litman ...

Dec 23, 202237 min

A Beef Jerky Heist, Scarcity of Coffee and Rice, and Tasting Two Robbers’ Happy Coffee

Juliet and Jacoby begin by sharing their thoughts on a story about nudists who eat only fruit, before wondering if Gen-Z has canceled Christmas pudding. Then they discuss inflation, and later try Happy Coffee from Two Robbers’ for this week’s Taste Test. Finally, they close the show by sharing their personal food news and reacting to a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or email [email protected] f...

Dec 16, 202237 min

Hot Pocket Pockets, Boozy Macarons, and Panettone

Juliet and Jacoby discuss some new fashion that can facilitate the consumption of a Hot Pocket, the concept of edible alcohol, another cheese lawsuit, Liver King, and more. Then, they try the Italian Christmas bread panettone in the Taste Test, before sharing their Personal Food News and closing with a listener voicemail about cheers-ing food items. Hosts: Juliet Litman and David Jacoby Producers: Ronak Nair and Bobby Wagner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 09, 202238 min

Baguette Granted World Heritage Status, Biden State Dinner Menu, and Dirty Sodas

Juliet and Jacoby discuss a mac and cheese lawsuit, the baguette being granted World Heritage status, and the Biden state dinner menu. They then give dirty sodas a try for Taste Test, and close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and answering a listener-submitted voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 a.k.a. 646-STEW-138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet...

Dec 02, 202236 min

Omakase Sushi | Food News Field Trip

Juliet and Jacoby are leaving the studio and taking this show on the road! For the first time, they head out on a field trip to taste and react to omakase sushi. They start with sake then taste multiple rounds of sushi, a soup course, and dessert. Plus, they discuss the merits and detriments of eating a meal you don’t have to order. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 a.k.a. 646-STEW-138 or email [email protected] for a chance t...

Nov 25, 202232 min

Twitter’s Free Lunch Policy, Coors Light Nail Polish, and Mimosas With Tropicana’s Mimosa Maker

This week, Juliet and Jacoby react to the news that humans began cooking far earlier than scientists initially thought, discuss the priest who returned stolen wine to a store, and share their thoughts on how to best cook turkey. For Taste Test, they make Mimosas using Tropicana’s Mimosa Maker and they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and answering listener-submitted voicemails. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 a.k.a....

Nov 18, 202238 min

Philadelphia’s Chicken Man, Tropicana’s Mimosa Maker, and a Battle of Fried Chicken

Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on Anna Delvey’s East Village dinner parties, discuss the woman serving her fiancé placenta smoothies, and break down another European wine heist. This week’s Taste Test pits Popeyes’ Spicy Chicken Sandwich against the sliders from Dave’s Hot Chicken. They close the show by sharing their personal food news and react to listener-submitted voicemails. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-913 8, a.k.a. 646-S...

Nov 11, 202237 min

More Guinness World Records, the Best Time to Brush Your Teeth, and Finally Tasting the McRib

This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the dethroned Bratwurst Fest Queen and share their thoughts on yet another counterfeit wine case. For this week’s Taste Test, they try the McRib and close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to listener-submitted voicemails. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 a.k.a. 646-STEW-138 or email [email protected] for a chance to have your news shared on the show. Hosts: Juliet ...

Nov 04, 202235 min

The McRib’s Last Hurrah, the Story Behind Nutella, and a Face-Off of Spiked Seltzers

This week, Juliet and Jacoby react to more food being thrown at famous art, share their thoughts on a “sophisticated” food heist, and discuss a scanner that tells when an avocado will be ripe. For this week’s Taste Test, they sample Spindrift Spiked Sparkling Water and Fresca Mixed Cocktails, and try to pick a winner. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and hear Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-...

Oct 28, 202239 min

James Corden’s Balthazar Ban, Olivia Wilde’s Salad Dressing, and Tasting Halloween Candy

This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the dessert cookbook writers who found love, wonder why protestors keep throwing food at art, and react to the man who burned down a restaurant following a bad experience. For this week’s Taste Test, Juliet tries three candies new to her and they close the show with their Personal Food News and play the first ever Listener Food News voicemail. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voicemail at 646-783-9138 or ema...

Oct 21, 202236 min
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