Afternoon Delight: Recent Episodes
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A weekly exploration of sweet treats and afternoon snacks! Each week Jof and Max explore the history of our favourite lollies, debate the best flavours, share recipes and more.
This week Max and Jof take a look at Turkish Delight (which just happens to be near the top of both their favourite treats lists). They also try the new Honeycomb Buzz Kit Kat and call for the return of Dunkaroos.
This week Max and Jof check out a giant in the gummy business, plus look at a new Aero flavour and reminisce about a spooky themed boiled lolly.
This week Max and Jof taste their way through the new 'Treatles' range from Arnott's, plus try a new flavour from the Whittaker's chocolate range and ask Ruffles to bring back some snacks from the 80s and 90s.
Max and Jof focus on the Madeira Cake and it's origins, plus look at the AFL Yowie range and call for the return of White Knight bars.
This week Max and Jof take a look at the Cadbury 'Slice' range, plus try a new Big M flavour and reminisce about the Rainbow Rocket ice cream.
Max and Jof take a look at a range of sugarfree pastilles, a returning Big M flavour and call for the reinstatement a delicious caramel chew bar.
This week Max and Jof take a look at a Dutch chocolate producer aiming to eradicate human exploitation, plus try a new Kit Kat flavour.
Max and Jof take a look at various iterations of Ovaltine, plus call for the reinstatement of the Toffy Apple bar and finally get their hands on some Polly Waffle bites.
Max and Jof take a look at the American confection known as 'marshmallow fluff', plus try a recent addition to the Old Gold Range and reminisce about the Choo Choo bar.
This week Max and Jof take a look at Loacker wafers, plus another new Mars biscuit and review some of the best April Fools from sweet treat and snack providers this year.
Max and Jof take a look at an American soft drink brand with an incredible number of different flavours, plus catch up on an old 'What's New' and dip into the 'Bring It Back' replies on the Afternoon Delight Facebook page.
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Max and Jof take a look at the history of the Cadbury Creme Egg and it's various offshoots, plus try out the Netflix inspired chips from Smiths - yep, you read that right!
Jof and Max are back after the unscheduled break (as explained at the start of the episode) to take a look at Pringles and try out the savoury biscuit inspired hot cross buns.
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Max and Jof take a look at some of the Darrell Lea range - bullets, twists and nibs, plus try a new M&Ms creation.
This week Max and Jof take some time to look at Arnott's Tic Tocs and try a new flavour filled Cadbury block.
This well Max and Jof check out the sweet, frozen Frosty Fruit range, plus a limited edition flavour of Smiths chips and call for the reintroduction of a summertime classic.
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Jof and Max take a look at a Japanese chewing gum alternative and unearth a new product from Thins.
Jof is back from New Zealand and Max is back from tumbling sprintcars. This week they take a look at the bridge between Australia and New Zealand with some Pascall products, plus check out what all the fuss is with fairy bread hot cross buns.
It's the final show of the year so Jof and Max take a look at a sweet treat that might be on your list of New Years Resolutions. Plus they try an Aussie flavoured twist on the Mars Bar.
Max and Jof get into the Christmas spirit with a German spiced biscuit selection, plus try a vegan chocolate alternative to Chocolate Santas.
Max and Jof take a look at a New Zealand marshmallow treat and some Chupa Chups flavoured sparkling drink.
Max and Jof check out the decadent chocolate world of Lindor, plus try a very unique chip flavour.
This week Max and Jof explore the intricacies of rocky road and burn their taste buds off with some new Pringles.
Max and Jof are back after a short break to take a look at a very unique style of chip. Plus they check out the return of a limited edition Big M flavour.
Max and Jof tackle the age old question - how do you eat your oreo? Plus they check out a collaboration between Darrell Lea chocolate and Campos Coffee.
Max and Jof step way outside their comfort zone/take a request to look at Youtube themed confectionery plus review a limited edition chip flavour.
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This week Max and Jof chomp their way through a new range of biscuits based on some Mars chocolate bars, plus another addition to the Allen's 'Bites' range. They also try to decipher the #WhatTheFanta flavour.
This week Max and Jof chew their way through the history of Hubba Bubba, plus check out another new Kit Kat flavour.
This week Max and Jof check out the puffed kangaroo shaped lunchbox snacks, plus try a new Darrell Lea chocolate block and take a trip down memory lane with a sweet treat similar to Fantales.
Max and Jof take a look at the wide variety of biscuits made by New Zealand manufacturer Griffin's, plus check out the latest bag of Allen's lollies.
This week Max and Jof check out a sweet treat originally from the other side of the planet. Plus they try some new slice inspired chocolate blocks and clear up the gossip about some Allen's lollies.
This week Max and Jof go head to head with a heap of different Milo products, plus check out some more of the Cadbury Slices range
This week Max and Jof take a look at flavoured toffees manufactured in New Zealand, check out a new twist on the Twirl and reminisce about a 90s lunchbox staple.
Max and Jof pit the ugliest chocolate bar against several similar flavours to see who will reign supreme. Plus they check out the Donut King flavoured Twisties.
Max and Jof check out Chickadees and their recently new addition Pigadees, plus Tic Tacs inspired by a brand of soft drink.
Max and Jof check out the Ridiculously Delicious peanut butter bars and a new flavour of Infuzions. Plus the return of 'Bring it Back'.
This week Max and Jof compare the hard red choc-orange orbs with the crumbly choc-orange cakes that share a similar name, and try another new flavour of Kit Kat.
This week Jof and Max chomp and chew on a snack reminiscent of a dog treat, plus check out another new chocolate block.
Max and Jof get a little bit regal while taking a look at a British afternoon tea staple. Plus they check out the other new blocks in the Cadbury 'Slices' range.
Max and Jof check out some of the Menz range in celebration of World Chocolate Day last Friday. Plus they finally try the raspberry Twisties.
Max and Jof take a look at Fanta, the new Nutella biscuits and mourn the loss of another Aussie classic.
This week Max and Jof go bananas trying to work out why all banana flavoured items taste similar but not like banana. They also check out Pascall Snifter Lumps.
Jof and Max have a big ol' biscuit battle on their hands as they try to crown the favourite of the Favourites.
This week Max and Jof put their taste buds on the line against the sour then sweet treats. They also check out some lollipop inspired flavoured milk.
This week Max and Jof dip into the world of Doritos, which owe their existence to a famous mouse. Plus they try out one of the new Cadbury 'slices' range.
Max and Jof check out a range of soft drinks that's reasonably new to the shelves, plus munch on some M&Ms cookies.
For our Mother's Day special, this week Jof and Max take a look at the variety of Hershey's Kisses and Hugs, plus slurp on a very unique milk flavour.
This week Jof and Max look at the Yorkie bar (and their controversial/sexist advertising), plus check out the Warheads 'All Mixed Up'
This week Max and Jof look at a chocolate bar named after a horse, plus try some unique popcorn.
This week Max and Jof put the spotlight on Oak Milk, plus taste their way through an Allen's Aussie Road Trip.
This week Max and Jof check out the hype behind Tasty Toobs as they compare them to Burger Rings, Burger Man and Cheezels. Plus they try the Kinder Tronky.
This week Max and Jof trial some fast food inspired potato chips and take a look at the who, what, why, where and when of Zappos.
This week Max and Jof take a look at the combination of rum and raisin, as well as taste test the latest Mountain Dew flavour.
This week Jof and Max get a little decadent by checking out the smooth, rich sundaes from Wicked Sister, plus try the Lifesavers Peelables.
Jof and Max return from a fortnight break to buzz through two new combo products - Bounty inspired M&MS and Splice flavoured Oak Milk. Plus they check out Kooka's Country Cookies.
This week Max and Jof try out a special edition Cadbury chocolate block and try to work out which of the Allen's Chews are the best.
Jof and Max try out the deliciously creamy and refreshing Weis fruit ice-cream bars, plus a new limited edition Red Rock Deli chip flavour.
This week Max and Jof take a look at a reasonably new product on the market called Boodles, similar to chocolate crackles, for their #Veganuary episode.
This week on the show Max and Jof try out the Chupa Chup ice creams, review the history of Quality Street chocolates and toffees, and try to guess the flavours of some very unusual candy canes.
This week on the show Jof and Max take a look at the Double Decker bar, plus try the new Tropical Whirlz.
Max and Jof are joined by Ellen, Elise and Perez to take a look at some revived products currently on the shelves - Twin Pole icy poles and the 'In a Bizkit' range. The girls also brought in some sour bricks to try out on air.
This week on the show Jof and Max try to decipher a hidden Fanta flavour, then explore the many varieties of pineapple inspired lollies from Allens, Natural Confectionery Company, Cadbury, Pascal and more.
This week Max and Jof put the spotlight on Cadbury Wispa, plus burn a layer of skin off their tongues trying a new Twisties flavour.
Max and Jof take a look at the tiny sugar rock treats from the 80s, plus some various flavours of Twirl.
Max and Jof check out Polo mints and compare them to some other minty products. Plus they try the Halloween themed M&Ms.
This week Jof and Max explore the history of flavours and check out the most recent flavour added to the range. They also road test the Lifesavers Duo Two Headed Snakes.
Max and Jof take a look at one of the earliest sugar coated chocolate treats, and try gravy flavoured chips.
Jof and Max take a look at an iconic chocolate biscuit from the UK, plus check out a new M&Ms flavour.
This week on the show Jof and Max try a couple of new Malteaser's flavours before exploring the delicious range of Jelly Belly jellybeans - and then submit themselves to the terror of the Bean Boozled game of Russian Roulette between a nice flavour and a disgusting one.
This week Jof and Max kick off the show sampling two new products - Korean BBQ Thins and Caramilk Marvellous Creations, before taking a look at a corner store and showbag staple.
This week Max and Jof look at the South African treat from Beacon confectionery - Fizzers (which have recently released a favourites pack in a much smaller size) and also check out a new chocolate bite treat from Allen's.
Due to a technical failure our Mousse episode did not record today. So we instead present a recording from the Afternoon Delight archives - back in the days before we podcast the show! It's our interview with Dr Toni Risson, who completed her doctorate in Australian lolly history.
This week Max and Jof take a look at the history of Mars' Pods, as well as a new range of Skittles products.
This week Max and Jof are joined by special guest co-hosts Ching and Hwa from the Ching Hwa Show to look at Malaysian sweet treats.
After recovering from the 500th episode festivities, Jof and Max take a look at the Australian chip brand with flavour that 'really hits you' plus sip on a limited edition return from Big M.
Who would've thought that when we first aired on Mother's Day 2011 the show would still be bringing you weekly sugar, spice and everything nice 499 episodes later!
Max and Jof are joined by original co-hosts Kat and Aidan in the studio, plus Holly via phone and Louise via candygram, to reminisce on the good, the bad and the downright delicious. We look back on the products that were most definitely created because of our influence, the crazy themed episodes and live broadcasts, in studio highlights and disasters, and share a memorial for those sweet treats that are no longer with us. We also manage to squeeze in our Top 5 list of favourite lollies.
It's a big one!
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Max and Jof take a look at the chocolate-biscuity goodness of TeeVee Snacks, plus check out an interesting collaboration between KitKat and Milo.
This weeks episode is bittersweet as Jof and Max shine the spotlight on a local chocolate business that closed it's doors this afternoon for the last time. They also take a look at a new limited edition Red Rock Deli cracker and the Caramel Slice Cadbury block.
Our whole episode today is themed around Mentos. We check out what's new, share some history and pit flavour against flavour.
This week Jof and Max explore the delicate (and expensive) meringue based treats with a plethora of different flavours, and check out a new product from the Chupa Chupa range.
This week Jof and Max take a look at Australia's oldest chocolate bar, plus enjoy the return of a 90s treat from Doritos.
It's a very chocolate heavy episode this week as Max and Jof taste test some new Arnott's 'Obsessions' and explore the Frey Chocolate range. Choc a block full of ASMR!
Max and Jof take a look at the evolution of the Caramello Koala thanks to a suggestion from listener James. They also check out the new Cadbury 'More' range.
Max and Jof take a deep dive into the world of Tiny Teddy biscuits plus check out a new chocolate bar themed block.
Max and Jof take a look at the change from Red Skins to Red Rippers, plus check out a new range of chips covered in melted cheese!
Jof and Max are back to talk about an Echuca based beverage company, just in time for Mother's Day.
It's a total chocolate overload this week as we explore the tradition of a bunny delivering eggs and sending kids on a hunt across their backyards. Plus Jof pits Max's tastebuds to the test in the ultimate blind challenge identifying the different flavours of a wide range of chocolate eggs.
This week on the show we have a look at the 'expensive ice creams', plus check out a new Kit Kat flavour.
This week we look at Europe bars (not specifically chocolate bars from Europe, but made by the 'Europe' confectionery company). It's possibly our chewiest episode ever, as even our 'What's New?' features a jelly based chocolate product in amongst all the nougat, coconut and honey. Plus Jof sheds a tear for a product in the line that no longer exists.
As Life Savers celebrate their centenary Jof and Max take a look at some of the Darrell Lea products inspired by Fruit Tingles and Life Savers.
Max and Jof check out some of the new Allen's Bites range and then wonder if they've got a dud box of cereal.
After an unplanned break we're back again! This week we take a look at the nutty caramel goodness of Lolly Gobble Bliss Bombs and road test chocolate with Fruit Tingles.
Max and Jof are again joined by Felicity from Animal Nation - an OCR FM program dedicated to raising awareness of animal welfare and environmental protection. In this episode they taste test a number of savoury treats and check out what they've learned during Veganuary.
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This week Max and Jof are joined by Felicity from Animal Nation - an OCR FM program dedicated to raising awareness of animal welfare and environmental protection. As part of our first Veganuary episode we check out what makes a food or drink vegan and taste test a number of sweet treats.
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It's our Christmas episode for 2021! We check out some festive themed liquorice and try to find the best flavour of mince pies.
This week we check out a new range of drinks that's good for your gut and cool down with a delicious range of gourmet ice creams.
Two letters and one heck of a refreshing New Zealand beverage, plus we check out some vegan friendly jelly treats and put the spotlight on how Red Frogs help keep young people safe.
This week we take a look at an American chocolate bar that neither of us have tried before and pit it against two that we have, plus we also try out two new flavours of Shapes.
As the rest of the world is celebrating Halloween we take a look at a scientific marvel that creates a party in your mouth! Plus we taste test some unique milk flavours.
This week we take a look at the lunchbox treat that boasts 'real fruit, flat out!' Plus our first absolute zero thumbs up rating for a brand new product.
As the weather warms up the real snakes are starting to come out - so we thought we'd take a look at the sweet, stretchy versions instead. As well as comparing the Allens variety to the Natural Confectionery Company, we check out an intriguing fruit flavour of Extra chewing gum and lament the shrinkage of the Killer Python.
This week on the show we check out the crunchy new M&Ms flavour and compare various Twirls, plus check out their psychic tech!
In recognition of 'Roald Dahl Day' we take a look at gobstoppers, made most famous as 'everlasting gobstoppers' from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
After checking out some new Aero inspired chocolates, Max and Jof delve into the iconic Aussie ice cream brand.
Jof and Max take a look at a German classic, plus some brand new 'party' inspired treats from Allens.
This we we take a look at a classic flavoured custard treat that was launched in the early 90s, reminisce about Dunkaroos and try a pocorn snack inspired by an iconic Aussie ice cream flavour.
Jof and Max check out the new Mars Raspberry Blast, take a look at the 90 year history of Smith's chips in Australia and try to guess the different chip flavours.
We check out the new sticky BBQ ribs twisties and provide plenty of ASMR as we chomp our way through two versions of Cadbury Favourites chocolates.
This week on the show we taste test a fruity herbal fizzy drink, try bubblegum flavoured chocolate and help a listener track down a childhood favourite.
No to be confused with the detachable faced play toy, this week we take a look at an Irish potato chip with a happy yellow mascot, check out what's new on the biscuit shelf and a listener reminisces about a discontinued flavoured milk drink from the 80s.
This week Jof and Max take a look at an iconic New Zealand treat and taste a new type of Violet Crumble.
This week we take a look at the Sakata range of savory rice crackers, try the brand new cinnamon donut toast and reminisce with a listener about a chocolate product 'of its time'.
Paired like a Kit Kat, but more a biscuit than a chocolate bar. This week we take a look at the Twix.
As everyone celebrated Donut Day on Friday, we thought it best to find out a bit more about them on the show this week.
This week we guzzle some juicy Schweppes products, finish off the German Yum Box and check out the latest version of the Caramilk block.
Jof and Max are joined by Jesse and Otis to try out the Starbar - the Cabdury version of a Snickers.
This week we take a look at the powdery treat that's been tingling the tastebuds of kids for generations.
It's not too long now until Easter, but they've been on the shelves for months. This week we take a look at the delicious spiced fruit buns that make headlines every year for their religious connections.
Another nostalgia trip this week with an iconic Australian frozen treat and a uniquely named lion mascot.
This week we take a look at the delicate puff-filled French pastry treats that make Masterchef contestants quake in fear.
This week we take a look at a chewy, gummy product that has recently celebrated it's centenary.
This week we take a look at the iconic Aussie jawbreaker with a ripper sense of humour.
We kick off a brand new year by taking a look at the decadent blend of chocolate and hazelnuts (or coconut and almond, or dark chocolate) that is the Ferrero Rocher.
It's time for a festive-ish sort of episode, as we take a look at the history of gingerbread and it's loose connections to Christmas celebrations.
This week we take a look at a sweet treat that is named for the country that made it famous, but not the country that originally made it. Plus we finally get around to tasting the Zombie Skittles.
This week we take a look at a 60+ year old lollipop brand that's linked to a surrealist painter and has over 100 different flavours.
This week we take a look at the iconic combination of ice cream, the old west and bubblegum. We also discuss the introduction of Bubble O'Jill and Tubble O'Bill, plus open up a brand new Yum Box from Russia.
Created by a left-handed batter we uncover a few surprises from this baseball inspired bubblegum treat, plus we try the final items in our Columbian Yum Box.
It's our final 'Pink Up Colac' edition of the show and we find out the difference between Creamy Soda and Creaming Soda!
The pink treat we're looking at this week is a crumbly sticky sweet mess! Plus a Ruby Chocolate Magnum and some more Colombian treats from the Yum Box.
Known as Candy Floss or Cotton Candy elsewhere in the world, this week we investigate the history of the fluffy cloud-like super spun sugar confectionery that is often sold at fairs and local showgrounds. Plus we try a bit of science!
As we kick off a month of raising breast cancer awareness through the Pink Up campaign we take a look at Musk Sticks and Big Boss candy.
A hallmark in children's imaginations, this week we take a look at the range of Kinder chocolates - which isn't just egg and toy based!
After having a break last weekend for Father's Day, Jof and Max are back this week to take a look at Kit Kat's.
We're a week out from Father's Day and reminisce about the time Max won a Toblerone that was roughly the same size as him!
The second part of our focus on the Dare/Maxibon crossover. This week, despite the rain and frost outside, we smash down a couple of ice cream treats.
It's the first of a two part cross-over episode. This week we take a look at Dare iced coffee.
Despite COVID restrictions, we still manage to work out how to do the show! This week we're looking at the educational chocolate treats based on an Australian mythological creature.
To celebrate Harry Potter's birthday (July 31st according to the books) we delve into the magical world of wizarding sweet treats a sample chocolate wands, every flavour beans, juicy slugs and butterbeer.
We take a look at an American institution - peanut butter and chocolate! Also get to try some more Scandanavian treats and share some movie trivia.
This week we take a look at the compact sugar blocks and their unique, iconic dispenser.
With the celebration of World Chocolate Day on July 7th, we take a look at the history of the glorious bean that originally used as currency.
This week we take a look at one of the earliest invented cheese/corn snack combinations, and burn our mouths in the process.
Whatever name you know them by, we explore the breakfast cereal that's been 'just like a chocolate milkshake, only crunchy' since 1958.
This week on the show we test your movie trivia with these chewy choc covered caramels.
This week we take a look at the white chocolate that's not chocolate! Plus Max finds out an interesting surprise about the Milkybar Kid.
We're back! After a short (isolated) break we're allowed back together in the studio at a safe distance and we bring to you the piercing joy that is the melody pop. Plenty of nostalgia attached to these bad boys.
This week we take a look at an Aussie icon and ask the question "When is enough, enough?!?"
We check out the history of a lolly that has traditionally been used to play games of prediction and chance.
Jof and Max celebrate International Women's Day by taking a look at some chocolates that were originally (and misogynistically) created and advertised as 'chocolate for women'.
This week we take a look at a unique Australian creation. One of Jof's favourites to rival turkish delight!
We take a look at a soft drink that can apparently be slurped on both chilled or warmed so you can enjoy it in hot or cold weather. It still reminds us of cough syrup though.
To celebrate Australia Day, we take a look at one of the Aussiest cakes aroundl PLus we try some lamington themed chocolates and chips.
As we get ready to go back to school, we take a look at a traditional play lunch treat and as the big question - "Biscuits or Fingers?"
This week we delve into the childhood milky treat that is Nesquik. Sure it's packed with sugar - but it makes milk fun! Says so on the tin! Jof laments the loss of banana, we learn the name of the Nesquik bunny and Max finds out it is possible to have too many spoonfuls.
To kick off 2020, we take a look at an iconic British snack food, share some more savoury Spanish treats and a story about missing chocolate.
All the rage in the 80s and 90s, we welcome in the new decade with a look back at push pops.
We take a look at the history of the contentious Australian/New Zealand dessert that is a staple for any Aussie Christmas, New Years or Australia Day celebration.
Our first Christmas episode for 2019, we take a look at the history of candy canes and how they've changed over the decades.
We take a look at the history of an iconic honeycomb snack and put it's slogan to the test.
This week we take a look at Warheads and the chemistry behind their the mouth blistering power.
This week on Afternoon Delight we take a look at the Greek yoghurt brand Chobani - specifically the 'Gimmies' range.
As it's Colac Show week, we take a look at one of the most popular show bag chocolates in Australian history.
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We explore the history of Wrigley's sugar free chewing gum, share a recipe and see which flavour lasts the longest.
Welcome to the world of Afternoon Delight. Even though we've been broadcasting the show each week since May 2011, it's only after 400 episodes that we've finally got around to documenting the show as a podcast.
For our first one there's a very brief introduction to our two hosts Jof and Max, and we're taking a look at the history of M&Ms. You can share your M&M memories on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/AfternoonDelightOCRFM/