The Jungle Jim's Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Since Jungle Jim’s International Market is such a wonderfully mad world of flavors, we decided to create a Podcast to talk about it!
Join us on a super safari as we explore the world of food, plus discuss people, art, culture, and more! We'll also be peeling back the curtain to show you some secrets about Jungle Jim's. We hope you're as excited as we are. Stay tuned as we release future episodes.
Steamed interview questions? They're clearly grilled. We are so thrilled to have had Bill Oakley join us on the show. If you're unfamiliar with Bill and his work, let me share a little more from him directly: Bill Oakley is an Emmy-winning writer and producer best known for his iconic work on The Simpsons, where he co-ran the show during its critically acclaimed seventh and eighth seasons. He co-created the cult classic animated series Mission Hill and has contributed to other beloved shows like Futurama and Portlandia. Bill’s cultural impact extends beyond television—he wrote the “Steamed Hams” scene, a segment from The Simpsons that evolved into a viral meme, earning the title of Meme of the Year in 2018 from Know Your Meme. In recent years, Bill has transitioned from showrunning to the culinary world, where his sharp humor and love for American food have made him a sought-after voice in the industry. A regular contributor to the History Channel’s The Food That Built America and a guest on Afternoon Live, Bill combines storytelling with culinary expertise. His collaborations with prominent chefs like Robert Irvine and J. Kenji López-Alt have further solidified his voice as a notable comic voice in American food culture. Bill and I dove deep into his transition to the world of food, as well as getting an upclose look at the creation of the famous Steamed Hams scene and so much more. Thank you so so much for joining me, Bill!
This week, i'm joined by Pet Department Manager Mike, and we're recapping so many products from the Global Pet Expo. We've got a ton of new stuff in right now from brands like Kona, Canidae, Blue Buffalo, a hilarious collaboration with KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken), Sustainably Yours, and a REALLY fun product from Kong Connects where I will be training my animals to become prized boxers. Amazing stuff. Then we're joined by friend of the show Johnny Catalano to promote the premiere of Corinthian Campbell's first feature film, "Pastime." The film is premiering on June 14th at the Air Force Museum Theatre up near Dayton, OH. You can get tickets and more info at http://www.pastimefilm.com! Changes coming to the Jungle Jim's Podcast soon - it's going to be awesome!
Tyler from Onima Pantry stops into Jungle Jim's on his tour across America to talk about his product lines. We learn about pigeon languages, the secret behind Onima's name and origin, everything you could want to know about garums (fermented fish sauce that was used as a condiment in the cuisines of Phoenicia, ancient Greece, Rome, Carthage and later Byzantium), and so much more. We really should try to make a garum here in the studio, shouldn't we? Anyway, keep fermenting on that just like Onima Pantry's delicious sauces!
Today we're joined by Barbie of That Dam Jam - she makes all kinds of excellent spiced jams that will absolutely rule your parties this summer. Great for gifts, great for eating, and if you don't try it soon, we'll make sure you have a chance at this year's Weekend of Fire Festival. What you may not know is how many of these brands, especially those launched during COVID, got a huge boost by working with Jungle Jim's. We here at the Jungle LOVE finding about new products, so make sure you let us know - we'd love to help you branch out!
This week we're joined by not only Jungle Jim himself, but Matt from Nature Fresh Farms based out of Canada. If you're unfamiliar with Nature Fresh, here's a little more: Nature Fresh Farms® is a pioneer in greenhouse-grown produce, committed to nourishing people and the planet through innovation and sustainability. Based in Leamington, Ontario, with facilities across North America, we're not just growers; we're innovators. We build our own greenhouses, meticulously grow our produce and, market produce of our partner growers to deliver you the freshest, most flavorful, and highest-quality products. We’re passionately dedicated to pushing the boundaries of greenhouse technology and advocating for sustainable farming practices. Because for us, good food isn't just about taste – it's about creating a meaningful, positive impact on our world. Join us in Growing for a Kinder Future™. To learn more about Nature Fresh Farms visit naturefreshfarms.com I need a skinless roma tomato, I don't know about all of you! Who else has a pepper pocket like Jungle?
This week, we're prepping for the Sweets & Snacks Expo, one of the best trade shows in the world. All kinds of huge brands come out and show off their best treats for the next year or so, and we get to try them. Stay tuned to our social media to see some clips! Meanwhile, friend of the show and host of the podcast "Full Spin Club," Dave Stewart, joins us to go through some of the previous year's snacks from the expo. Cmon by the Oscar Station for some bourbon and cigars on Thursday night, then join Dave at The Commonwealth Sanctuary for his "The People Vs. Blink 182" comedy show!
This week, we dive into all kinds of international products with Rome Ntukogu, creator, designer, jacket-maker, event host, and so many more things. Rome and I explore tons of international treats together, while talking about his career as a creative and how growing up outside of America affected his perspectives in a really cool way. Hey, maybe we'll have to host one of his NiteMkt events here at Jungle Jim's!!
A few months back, we had the pleasure of bringing in the hilarious comedian, Gianmarco Soresi. Make sure you watch our video of us shopping around the store to get all of these items. We tried international produce, chips from all over the world, unique drinks, and more while talking about Gianmarco's career in comedy, discussing the effects of crowd works in the modern entertainment landscape, and so much more. Gianmarco, I can't thank you enough for being a part of this!
This week, we're trying the new Thai Yellow Curry and Korean Spicy BBQ chips from Calbee, we're talking about the Findlay Kitchen Fundraiser I'm emceeing and how you can try so many of their products RIGHT HERE in Jungle Jim's, and diving into our first live exit interview with an employee. Ray Jones was one of our head cashiers, and when he moved, I saw an opportunity to do something silly - and that opportunity turned into something sweet and heartfelt, that simultaneously gave us a good insight into the Jungle. Love that. Then, we're joined by Matthew Rolnick of Real American Beer, brother, to talk about their recent event with WWE's Braun Strowman right here at Jungle Jim's, as well as their plans for Real American Beer. As always, reach out to me with your ideas at Podcast@JungleJims.com!
We brought in Griffin, best known as SodaSeekers, joins us this week to compare international beverages to US made ones! SodaSeekers is the largest beverage-dedicated news account on Instagram - Griffin talks all things drink and drink accessory and he felt like the PERFECT person to compare all these international sodas! He also writes for the Mythical Kitchen's site Sporked.com where you can read his reviews and some great write ups about Jungle Jim's! Tried really hard to call this episode OnlyFantas. Fanta vs. Fanta! Coke AGAINST Coke! Pepsi on PEPSI! Too hot for TV!
Today i'm joined by friend of the show, Billy Sutherland of Iron Road, and Billy brings along the excellent Teresa Lampl from The Ohio Council. If you're unfamiliar with The Ohio Council, The Ohio Council is a statewide trade and advocacy association representing over 170 private businesses providing community-based prevention, substance use, mental health, and family services throughout Ohio. Our member organizations care for individuals and families across the lifespan by offering person-centered services and support. We tend to treat physical health one way, and ignore mental health as a people - and I know this affects us all, and thought it was of great importance to dive in during trying times, so we can all support each other! Also enjoyed some Illicit Elixirs beverages, as well as Recess wellness drinks! Great stuff!
This week, we're joined by comedian Shawn Braley from the Commonwealth Sanctuary - looking forward to our future collaborations. We're trying some international treats, like Moshi's Uji Matcha White Strawberry soda, Arctic Ocean's tangerine beverage, some new samples from CPG company Fruve, and some treats from the UK. We talk about the comedic landscape changing and some of creative people we're bringing to the greater Cincinnati area, like Michael Ian Black, Rory Scovel, and Doug Benson! Don't forget to get your tickets to Sandwiches of History here at Jungle Jim's in Fairfield, OH on March 9th!
We kick it off with a short recap on Pickle Wars (only for the YouTube viewers) and announce that we are bringing Sandwiches of History to Jungle Jim's International Market Fairfield in March, and I get to be his guest star! I am SO SO stoked for this! If you haven't, check out Sandwiches of History on all social platforms. Then, I'm joined this week by musician Benjamin James Howard to talk about our favorite products that have gone by the way side, along with other products who have returned like Clearly Canadian, and Altoids Sours, which connect through his art and his new album "Vestiges."
WHOA! Ok, no words are needed for this. Two Cincinnati Titans have come together to create this incredible new treat, the Skyline Spice ice cream with oyster crackers! I absolutely loved it, which I guess is a spoiler, but I cannot wait for Cincinnati to try. I was so thankful to sit down with Shannon from Graeter's to talk all about the brand, their ideation process, how they partnered with Skyline for this excellent treat, and then we made our own versions of 3-ways in the form of a sundae! It was so awesome. If you're hearing this episode, this ice cream is now available at Jungle Jim's, and of course at Graeter's Scoop Shops as well as for shipping online through Graeter's! Let us know what you think!
This week, we're hanging out with our friend Mullet Review - if you're unfamiliar with his work, he's taken the area by storm with his excellent, authentic, and funny restaurant reviews. Maybe you've seen him on our TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram before - we love him. This week, we tried to dethrone ranch dressing by sampling things like Remia's Frites Sauce Classic, Kewpie's Onion Dressing, Alreef's Iraqi Sauce, barbecue sauce from Jordan, and more! Does this episode get a 69 out of 10 from you too?
This week I sit down with the family behind Velvet Ice Cream to learn all about their product line, the ideation process, and so many other fun things. Even cooler, they came in to make some REALLY unique sundaes with me - like the pickle ice cream sundae, a Blue Moon Orange Sherbet float, potato chip sundae, and more! I learned more about ice cream than I thought I could, which is why I've been eating so much of it while writing up this episode's details. Hugely thankful for their time coming down to Jungle Jim's, so make sure you come in and eat through their entire line, INCLUDING the spumoni! Hope to visit the factory soon!
It's a week of snow days here in the greater Cincinnati area, but Jungle Jim's International Market is open for YOU! This week, Lucky and I dive into some comfort foods with a twist - can we prepare them inside of this Pokemon-themed panini press we got from our toy department? I think the answer is mostly yes. In the meantime, we talk about our personal opinions on dyes in food, chemicals in food, all while pressing Screaming Sicilian Pizza, fresh bao, and much more in our panini press! Weird week! Stay warm!
This week we're hanging with Rachel DesRochers, responsible for bolstering so many creatives and foodies in Cincinnati, teaching us great tips about life, bidets, and so much more. It was such a funny time with her - make sure to take some extra time to show some gratitude this week after you listen!
This week, i'm joined by Alex and Jacob of the Fairfield Community Foundation. The Fairfield Community Foundation (FCF) is a not-for-profit organization that supports the community through grants, scholarships, and other initiatives like grants, scholarships, community initiatives, and more! It's the holiday season and this felt like a nice way to give back. Hugely grateful for Alex and Jacob's time, even if we mostly talked about Remedy Games' and the brutalist architecture of the Oldest House from Control. What a show.
Stephanie and Shelby join me from the Eastgate location to go through their fun snackleboxes, crazy lights, bluetooth speakers, plush toys, purses, and so many other great gifts for the holiday season! But first, Jayna and I joined by some of my friends, JK and Margaret, to help pick the GREATEST Egg Nog in the store. I guess this is my holiday special.
Jason Brewer of Wandering Monsters joins Ferdinand and I to talk about about their upcoming special pint night here at Fairfield Jungle Jim's on this special episode of the Jungle Jim's podcast. Lets dive into their wild lineup of beers and what inspired both Jason and the brand to make all of these REFRESHING drinks!
When you need some help, can you say "I got a guy?" - I can and i'm going to introduce you to him this week, Lou! Lou's a relatively new add to the Jungle family and he's partly responsible for all the great deals you've been seeing in the stores these days! Who else gets us 3 for a $1 packages of gnocchi? Then, i'm joined by the Tackett family best known as the Happy Human Adventurers. We met them years ago with Dr. Karen in the store and became friends quickly. After years of hearing you all request us to do something a little more cozy and distracting from all the family craziness of Thanksgiving week, we decided to keep it low key and try some products they brought us, along with some quick Thanksgiving leftover tips. We even get to try the Hot Fudge Sundae Liquid Death water. It was weird! Be good to each other, and we'll see you after the holiday! Get the Jungle Jim's app for deals, and follow the Tackett Family at https://www.youtube.com/c/TheHappyHumanAdventurers/
Did you know The Jungle Jim's Podcast is syndicated on The Oasis FM here in Cincinnati? You should tune in on Sunday mornings when we do a special version of the Jungle Jim's Podcast for their show! Thankfully, a long time friend of mine works at Oasis and handles all their production and his name is Jason Newton! Jason, who you may know from his YEARS and years of experience in Cincinnati media production as "Notorious," or from the many excellent concerts he's booked and promoted in the area. Jason is responsible for so many great times in my personal life that I thought it would be great to celebrate his hard work, dive into the ins and outs of our local media scene, all while celebrating his birthday with an excellent Boston Cream Cake made RIGHT HERE in the Jungle Jim's bakery. Cool stuff.
This week, I'm kicking it off by reminiscing about FizzFest, one of my favorite festivals that has ever happened at Jungle Jim's. I met this week's guest at FizzFest and fell in love, but only let them know about that love in person during THIS interview. I was super stoked to have Karma Water on because I believe in their product and think it tastes awesome, especially with some of the new offerings that they've has brought to the lineup recently. To give you a little info on their current lineup: Karma Probiotic Water delivers more than 10X the active probiotic cultures than yogurt. With 2 billion cultures, 100% of 6 essential vitamins, and only 20 calories, Karma Probiotic Water optimizes digestive health and immune support, and Karma Energy Water offers a proprietary blend of natural caffeine and the patented nootropic, Cognizin® Citicoline, to provide you with the push of energy and mental acuity you need to get through the day. Plus, Karma Energy Water is made without any artificial sweeteners, colors, flavors, or preservatives, and it offers 100% of your daily value of Vitamin C and B-Complex. Between their energy waters and their probiotic drinks, there is a little something for everyone. I still need to try the Raspberry Peach one. Karma Water is also launching a whole new line of products that will both come into Jungle Jim's as well as be available direct to consumer and I am hyped to try their upcoming packets you can use on any refillable bottle. Awesome stuff. Learn more in the meantime at https://drinkkarma.com/ - All that and more on the Jungle Jim's podcast!
We kick this episode off with a segment I personally call 'the Quest for the Best,' where we try to find the best things in the store - this time, we were looking to try the ultimate apple cider! We tried Beiersdorfers, Fowler Farms, and Burnham Orchards - all sold in Jungle Jim's. Then, I threw a wrench in the works by bringing in my favorite apple cider in the world, courtesy of Delicious Orchards out of Colt's Neck, New Jersey. I think we should totally carry it here and I bet you'll agree after this segment! THEN, Sahra from Nguyen Coffee joins us to teach us all about Vietnamese coffee. Nguyen Coffee has a huge line of products, and they've just launched their ready-to-drink (or RTD if you're in!) coffees in Jungle Jim's. The great news? They're amazing. Sahra is awesome for a billion reasons like amplifying Asian voices through both her coffee company and her time making documentary films like 'Deported' for NBC! You really need to try these coffees! All that and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast!
This week, I'm checking out the new expansion here at Jungle Jim's and interrupting International Super Star Jim B. from finishing setting up the international holiday section. It's coming along awesome, Jim! Then, I'm joined by Brad, Kevin, and Jami from the Purple Monkey Project. If you're unfamiliar with the Purple Monkey Project and what they do, let me share dirrectly from them: "Reagan, or “Rey”, as she was known, was a ray of sunshine who lit up every room – she was fun-loving, energetic, sassy, sweet, and spunky. She loved dancing, the musical ‘Hamilton’, her family, and her purple monkey.
Reagan tragically lost her life in an accident in May of 2021, and the world stopped spinning for those who loved her – it was unfathomable that someone so wonderful was no longer here. But even in the midst of their grief, Reagan’s loved ones were overwhelmed by love as their community came together to celebrate her life and to support them in the days, weeks, and months that followed.
That love and support helped form the idea for Purple Monkey Project, so named for Reagan’s favorite stuffed animal. Purple Monkey Project’s goal is to honor Reagan’s beautiful spirit by being a “Rey” of light in the world – supporting local youth and youth-centered charities and “paying it forward” by promoting random acts of kindness, all in the name of our Reagan." It's an excellent organization and they're doing cool things for Fairfield and beyond - including their upcoming lip synching event THIS Saturday, November 2nd! Details at https://www.purplemonkeyproject.org
We kick the episode off with a visit from our pal Karl Spaeth. Karl is a comedian who once thought I called him Ted. He was wrong, but now I'm going to call him Ted. We talk about Karl's upcoming comedy special being taped RIGHT HERE in Cincinnati on November 2nd and 3rd at MOTR Pub. He's even bringing along great local comedians like Ossia Dwyer and Blake Hammond. Karl and I dive into what we dislike about social media, while trying some of his favorite road snacks. I am glad to finally find another fan of Utz brand snacks - Karl got us hooked on the special dark pretzels today. Don't forget to come in and try Live More Smoothies which we're running a special on right now too! Someone bring me a blender!
This week, we're joined by Koji from Asianati as we kick off Cincinnati's one-of-a-kind art event, Blink! It's a cool visual arts festival that takes over downtown and Asianati is opening an Asian Night Market with food, toys, and so much more for people to explore! Then, we're joined by Mike from Native Audio as well as our returning friend, Tyler of St. Mary St. Michael. We're talking all about the Indigenous history that inspired Mike to create his incredible guitar pedals, and the story behind it. But the best part? His mom made us fry bread to eat in support of his brand new addition to the lineup, the Fry Bread Fuzz pedal. We live for the unique here at Jungle Jim's! All that and more on the show!
Jayna from the deli comes back on the show to help show off a bunch of new awesome products she brought in from Greenridge Naturals. From beef sticks, to our favorite chicken sausages, there are SO many. We tried the classic Bavarian brand frankfurter, the spinach and feta cheese chicken sausage, the smoked bratwurst, the black forest with pepper jack cheese, along with their excellent, organic spicy brown mustard, and their champagne honey mustard. There are so many options to choose from. In the meantime, we do traditional podcast things like say snarky things to one another. It's a fun time! Come in and check out the line from Greenridge Naturals and learn more at https://greenridgenaturals.com/
We kick the show off with returning guest, Johnny Catalano of The Plaza Theatre and the Catalano Film Festival to talk about an upcoming event we're putting on, where I will be hosting a screening of the fun 1996 movie, "The Frighteners!" Don't worry, we'll be back after we chat with St. Elmo's at the end of the episode to dive into more nerdy film stuff. Speaking of, we finally get Tyler from St. Elmo's on the show. St. Elmo Steak House has been a landmark in downtown Indianapolis since 1902. It is the oldest Indianapolis steakhouse in its original location, and has earned a national reputation for its excellent steaks, seafood, chops and professional service. They now have a huge line of products that we carry here at Jungle Jim's, from their incredible cocktail sauce, all the way to their new line of ready-to-drink cocktails and spirits! Their espresso martini was a huge hit in the office, and I can't say enough great things about their sauces. Shout out to their Root Beer Glaze, which we did not feature on this episode, even though I love it too much. As promised, Johnny and I return to chat about Peter Jackson and how he went from being a weird indie director, rising through the failure of The Frighteners, only to turn around and make the Lord of the Rings trilogy. All over a delicious glass of St. Elmo's Elmo Cola. All that and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast!
Jungle Jim's and Third Eye Brewing have come together to make a delicious double New England IPA beer and it's pretty amazing. Using unique hops from New Zealand to create a tropical and juicy mouthfeel, curbing the bitterness oft associated with IPAs, this one is a real treat for the beer fanatics out there. We're joined by Third Eye's brew team - one of which recently joined from New Zealand so he drops some international knowledge on all of us. Sounds like a follow up episode is in the works. The beer lands THIS Friday at Jungle Jim's (both locations) and come try it at the Fairfield store's pint night on Friday from 5-9pm!
This week kicks off with me hopping on my soap box to talk about high prices at the competition that I experienced during my leave this summer. Don't worry, I'm still mad about having to pay almost $10 for a bottle of body wash that is 3.99 here. Jump past the ranting about 15 minutes into the show to get to the main focus. Speaking of, the main focus this week is a new product to Jungle Jim's, from one of the coolest groups of people in town - Mom 'N' Em coffee! They've got two locations in the Cincinnati area and we're one of the best places to come pick up their beans to make it at home. We sit down with the Ferrari Bros, Austen and Tony, as well as their brilliant roaster Colin to talk about all aspects of the coffee business. From Tony and Austen building the space for their first location and all the changes that went in there, from the incredibly detailed discussion from Colin about how your beans get to be as good as they are. We talk about some of their seasonal flavors and some upcoming offerings as well. I got so cranked up on coffee, I'm almost embarrassed to admit it, but obviously not enough to not-type it into this episode description. GET SOME BEANS ALREADY!
This week, we're ready to launch into fall vibes and flavors and we're trying a ton of fall-themed treats in the store: Little Debbie Brownie Pumpkins Coastalo THC Soda - Pumpkin Spice Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Coffee Drink Pop Daddy Dutch Apple Pie Pretzels Jungle Jim's Pumpkin Gummies Wafer Master Rolls - Pumpkin Spice (from Turkey) Jelly Belly Pumpkin Pie and Pumpkin Juice Better Butter - Pumpkin Spice Butter Tootsie Caramel Apple lollipop Doh Joy Vanilla Wheat Bread Liquid Death Psycho Cider We're joined by former employee of Jungle and current employee of Dr. Pepper, Pat, as it's his last week with all of us before he takes a new career path in Washington - lets wish him well!
We are SO back! This week, Lucky joins me on the show to help parse through some of our most interesting Japanese snacks and products. Do you think we are going to love the little hamburger shaped cookies? What about Pocari Sweat? Jungle Jim's has so many wild products we will experience the heat death of the universe before we try them all. What are some of your favorite international items that you'd like us to try?
We're bringing Italian food in in a BIG WAY! I'm easing back into the studio, talking about the Weekend of Fire hot sauce festival that just passed, and helping launch some new products in the store. Eddie from OGI joins me to talk about the excellent internationally produced foods that they're bringing to our Italian section. I'm pretty excited about the spumoni, as you can tell here, but the Italian ices are going to get the midwest excited with me! So many new products in here, croissants, cookies, pastas, you name it!
This week is the Weekend of Fire at Jungle Jim's International Market! That's right, an entire festival dedicated to everything hot and spicy - you'll find some of your new favorite hot sauces there. Speaking of finding your new favorite hot sauces there, I found one of my favorites in Stanky Sauce - they've got flavors from mild to wild and they're bringing TWO NEW EXCLUSIVE hot sauces to the festival this weekend. Find out more with Stanky Sauce owners Eddie and Eric! See you at the festival this weekend - you can get your tickets now at www.Junglefests.com
This week we're talking all about two fun new products coming to Jungle Jim's soon! First, is Coca Cola's collaboration with Oreo! Per our friends at CandyHunting on Instagram: Coca-Cola and Oreo have collaborated to launch two new, limited edition products internationally! New Oreo Fizzy Cookie flavored Coca-Cola and Coca-Cola flavored Oreos will be out in countries including the US, Canada, China, Mexico, Brazil, and "more," according to the press release. The official date for the US launch is Monday, September 9. The Oreo Fizzy Cookie flavored Coca-Cola will be out only as zero sugar. In the US, it will be available in 12 oz sleek cans, 20 fl oz bottles, and 12 and 6 packs of mini cans. The Coca-Cola flavored Oreos have one chocolate cookie made with Coca-Cola syrup, one red-colored golden cookie embossed with Coca-Cola designs, white creme, and popping candy. Sounds delicious! Next, our pals at Liquid Death are cooking up a killer limited fall edition that should be landing at Jungle Jim's this Friday (August 16th 2024) called Psycho Cider - here's more: Murder your thirst with this fall 2024 limited edition flavor from Liquid Death. It’s a delicious combination of apple pear and cinnamon flavors - get some Psycho Cider while you can!
Finally got linked up with the fine folks of ShineWater, a new tasty drink - 100% of your daily vitamin D, zero sugar, and more! I've found myself enjoying quite a bit of the samples I got to try during my "wheelchair era" while recovering at home. So far, the Strawberry lemonade is my favorite. We talk about the inception of the brand, some of the struggles of standing out in the marketplace, how they create new flavors, and a few teases of what's on the horizon! All that and more on the Jungle Jim's podcast!
We're launching a ONE PIECE CARD GAME Official Pop-Up Shop & Gashapon Bandai Official Shop at the Jungle Jim's Eastgate location and our director of development, Phill Adams is here to tell us all about it along with the mastermind behind this (and one of our store's buyers), Martha. We get to learn about the exclusive stuff they're bringing to the store as well as seeing the 300 Gashapon machines they're bringing into Jungle Jim's! The card game shop is open from August 1st to August 11th, and the Gashapon machines will be in store from August 1st to September 30th! Get in and get some when you have the chance!
Great-ish news everyone, only about 4 more weeks of recovery for me. I assure you, i'm losing my mind. This week on the show, we're talking about some new samples that just arrived from Levity Cannabis spirits. Levity has a whole line of pre-made cannabis (Delta 9) cocktails, as well as actual cannabis spirits like a play on whiskey, tequila, and more. I also received the new high dose, 25mg can of Orange Soda from Coastalo, which also uses Delta 9. Coastalo is from the brains of Urban Artifact, known for their Midwest Fruit Tart beers. Pretty excited to try all of these. Then we dive into Pickle Day at Urban Artifact, a collab between them and us here at Jungle Jim's. I sat in a motorized wheelchair and it was one of my first times out in public. Huge thanks to Devin and Scott at Urban Artifact for literally carrying me out of my house. Congrats to the winner of the pickle eating competition that you're about to enjoy now!
Day 298 of being trapped in my house! I went full YouTuber on this episode. In my time out of the office, I've been setting up for remote interviews - but I was bummed that I missed out on so many fans coming through the store this summer. One listener reached out and we'd planned to do this episode together in the studio, but unfortunately it wasn't meant to be. I gave Kevin some Cincinnati favorites, and he brought me a bunch of St. Louis favorites! Even cooler is now you can get some of these items, like Fitz's Root Beer and other sodas; hopefully i'll get these chips in at least! I tried a classic ooey gooey butter cake, Imo's Pizza, Louisa's Toasted Ravioli, Old Vienna's Red Hot Riplets. Kevin reviewed Glier's Goetta for us on the show, and we sent him some Cincinnati chili brands, buckeyes, and Grippos - what do you think we should've made him try?
This week, we're testing out Cheddies, a killer new cheese cracker sent in for me to try and available for all of you on the shelves at Jungle Jim's right now. They come in three flavors and so far, I'm loving them! We're chatting up our upcoming wine events, and of course the Weekend of Fire hot sauce festival coming up in August! There's even going to be a car show. Make sure you follow Jungle Jim's on Eventbrite for upcoming event information, and download the Jungle Jim's app to keep up with all our deals, and get exclusive prices on select products! Lastly, we're joined by Bruce from Slumber Sleep Aid to help launch their product line inside Jungle Jim's.
We're back after a week of acclimation. I'm entering my wheelchair era. This was one of my favorite recent interviews, and since I can't make it to the farm anytime soon, I thought i'd share this engaging interview. Regina was really smart and knowledgeable and I learned a ton about goats and their milk, raw milk, and other interesting things about farming. Their process to create their goat milk soaps, lotions, and more was really intriguing to me and I think you'll feel the same.
This week, we bring in some great grab-and-go pizzas from La Pizza Italiana! Then, Mark heads off to Trophy Pizza to learn to make pizzas and have a conversation with their owners, Jim and James. Convenient names, gents. We talk about the controversy behind pineapple on pizza, what it takes to truly make a great pizza pie, and the difficulty in bringing true New York style pizza to the midwest. Mark probably discusses his distaste for LaRosas at some point. Even cooler, you can go to Trophy Pizza's Norwood location's grand opening and try the pizza Mark made on the show - get yourself a slice of the "Local Favorite" starting this weekend and help him beat James Beard award winner, Jose Salazar, for the best slice! A man can dream, can't he? Huge thanks to Trophy Pizza's Zachary George for his help producing this episode, it's a great one - make sure to check out the video version on YouTube!
This week, we sit down with Lisa from Henrietta Said, a cool female-owned company bringing peanuts back into the snack game. They've got cool, scandalous branding, with all kinds of fun flavors inspired by chicken wings like buffalo, ancho kim chi, and so much more! We talk about the obstacles you overcome in the industry, as well as how they're ensuring peanuts make a huge comeback. I also talk about the upcoming Jungle Jim's International Beerfest occurring on June 14th and 15th, and you can still get tickets by visiting this link: Jungle Festival Tickets!
Jackson's sent me some samples of their tasty Sweet Potato Chips, conveniently fried in avocado oil and while I was originally just supposed to do a review, they inspired me to do something else with their spicy jalapeno option. In the world's largest grocery store and international market, we've got so many options of similarly spicy chips, Lucky and I had to find the best ones - so here we are today, selling ourselves out to find the ultimate spicy chips in Jungle Jim's!
This week i'm joined by Blesson Wilkerson, best known as ViralTokens. The man has been blanketing the nation with his incredible feats of strength through his now-viral handstands. Maybe you were working at the Hi-Mark one night when he came in to walk down a flight of stairs, maybe you were at Jungle Jim's while we were feeding him sandwiches while he walked on his hands, or maybe you're just one of the cool people who knew about him before we did. We love a guy trying to bring a little positivity to all communities especially through something fun and exciting like this, and the least I could do was have him test out some new crisps from FLOCK that I'd received as a sample. We're also talking deals in the store this week, and we've got plenty for ya! All that and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast.
This week, we're joined by Mark Perkins of the Necessary Entrepreneur Podcast. You can check his show out at TheNecessaryEntrepreneur.com - I obviously would recommend episode 59 since I was the guest there. Mark is one of the best interviewers I've ever met, so we sat down to talk about some of what goes on behind the scenes of podcasts, and what goes through our heads when we're trying to create something interesting. We get to try the new Black Cherry from Hoist, as well as some flavors from Wilde Chips! All this and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast!
This week, we're diving in with Oliver's Desserts carried at both Jungle Jim's locations while we're off to the Sweets and Snacks Expo in Indianapolis! Ashley from Oliver's Desserts has a world record idea to pitch too which sounds awesome - tune in and tell us what you think!
This week is stacked - feel free to treat it as multiple courses. Up first, we welcome Claire from Vienna Beef. You will laugh way more than you thought during a beef segment. Do we think I can be outlawed from Illinois for suggesting people put ketchup on their hot dogs? Find out soon. Then, I'm joined by the Cincinnati Rollergirls who come to help kick up a little chaos with me in the store just in time for their next big match on May 11th! Visit them at . Lastly, we're joined by filmmaker Cam Marshall who is premiering his new feature film "Blackwoods" at the Cincinnati World Cinema on May 11th as well! It's a stacked weekend for Cincinnati residents so go take in some of the excitement this city has to offer - looking forward to seeing you all out there!
This week, we kick it off with our new friends from Rooted Grounds coffee - we've got some deals on their product in stores, come clean me out of those K-Cups before I drown! Their coffee is awesome and I had a great time with the brains behind Rooted Grounds, Patsy and David. Should we make a blend together in the future? I think so! Then, we meet Annie of Bite This by Annie, who is bringing in a whole new line of products into Jungle Jim's, including her incredible bagel bombs in the natural foods freezers, as well as her delicious brownies and snack mix called Pub Grub! I feel a little pride for this one as I discovered her at a cute Halloween market last fall! Give her a follow on instagram at @BiteThisByAnnie - all this and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast!
This week, we're talking butter. Both Jungle Jim's locations has a butter bar where we feature butters from all over the world. This week, we're talking to local butter purveyors, Parisian Pantry, and then traveling down under to meet the folks behind Pepe Saya butter from Australia! In the meantime, make sure you download the Jungle Jim's app for exclusive deals, discounts, and more and of course, follow us on social media to see reviews of things like these butters and some of the fun new stuff I picked up at the Lipari Food Show last week!
This week, we sit down with Aleah from Shroomacon! Shroomacon is a cool new product we carry at Jungle Jim's - simply put, bacon made out of mushrooms. It's crazy and delicious! If you haven't yet, jump on Hulu and check out their episode on Shark Tank! We're happy and proud to have them in the Jungle; you'll love our discussion around the inception of the product as well as their time on Shark Tank!
This week, we're joined by the LEGEND Billy Southerland - Billy is launching a new custom golf cart company right down the road from us at Jungle in Fairfield. Billy is hugely responsible for me getting to make the Jungle Jim's Podcast, and I absolutely love when he comes by the studio. Also make sure to look into his other business, Iron Road! Billy is the best. Then, returning favorites Michael and Amanda join us from our wine department to host a sampling and talk about some sweet upcoming events in our wine department. Don't forget to come try some wines with us every Wednesday for Back that Glass Up. More events are located on JungleJims.com - come hang out!
This week, we kick off with some app-exclusive deals in the Jungle Jim's app. It's now available on iOS and Android! Don't forget about our Eclipse Event on April 8th. Then we meet store manager Frank's daughter Yolanda and her husband Lamar to talk about their band Live Your Dream, as well as talk about her upcoming performances for the Cincinnati Reds! Maybe she'll even sing for us! Then, Zachariah from Urban Artifact comes over to talk about Urban's new beer, Capy Snacks, a delicious fruit punch sour, as well as their upcoming Faerie Ball/Fruit Prom, hosted by me! What a great week!
We're bringing in a ton of new Hispanic treats to our international department and our new friend Enrique is here to tell you all about the stuff he's bringing in! Then, Dr. Tara from the Well Off Podcast joins us - she came in from NJ and I had to grill her about the store and what she's doing over at iHeartMedia - check her show out at https://www.WellOffPodcast.com . Don't forget to download the Jungle Jim's app, available on iOS and Android!
Bright Light City indeed - Mark joins the Toy Department gang at ToyFest US 2024 in Las Vegas! We get to see new toys from Mindscape, Fat Brain Toys, Hitster, and so much more! We even take a little detour over to our fellow market, Omega Mart by Meow Wolf! What an awesome show - can't wait to go to a food show!!!
We're helping Matt from Liquid Death launch all their new flavors, Grave Fruit, Cherry Obituary, and Squeezed to Death. Cherry and Squeezed are my personal flavorites, but you gotta try them all! Let me know your favorites! We're also talking about the Bodybakery Co, who are making protein-forward healthy treats - they're in our natural foods freezers near so many other great foods. All that and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast!
Meet Sam Rose, the creator of Rosebud Ice Cream, an incredible new ice cream we're carrying here from Jungle Jim's. In the meantime, I'm cooking up new content at ToyFest US in Las Vegas this week, so enjoy a teaser from Area 15 and Omega Mart by Meow Wolf!
This week, we kick off by touring the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile that just happened to stop at Jungle Jim's in Fairfield. Then we're joined by Tammy from Vanguard International to tell us literally everything we could ever want to know about grapes. Did you know how many strains of them there were? I didn't, I came to this interview thinking there were only two. What kinds of things did you learn about grapes this week? All that and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast
This week, we kick off with a wine tasting thanks to Friend-Of-The-Show Johnny Catalano. Johnny's back talking about the Catalano Film Festival, his love of wine, and we bust into some CLOSEOUT DEALS on charcuterie, it's delicious. Then, we are joined by new friend John from Hint Water. I've done a lot of beverage content because I love a tasty sipper, but Hint Water is some of my favorite stuff i've gotten to try since starting the show. John's a great guest and I'm so sorry about my microphone cable falling ill on this one. Looking forward to a follow up episode! All that and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast! Intro - 00:00 Catalano Film Festival - 03:47 Hint Water - 37:02
We're here celebrating one year of Oishii Sushi Bakes courtesy of owner Nikki Tran! Nikki joined us on the show about a year ago to spread the gospel of delicious sushi bakes and we've gotten to watch her grow and flourish in the last year. To add to the usual Jungle Jim's chaos, Nikki brought along the excellent Fat Ben of Fat Ben's Bakery to make a photorealistic sushi bake CAKE! I know, I too love the "Is It Cake!?" insanity and I'm so glad you're here to enjoy with us. We talk about our favorite restaurants, we talk Asian cuisine, we learn about what to expect from Oishii over the next year and also how Fat Ben got his nickname! Thanks for tuning in!
This week we're going crazy with deals for the Super Bowl! Then Brad and Josh of TCHO Chocolate drop in to have me try their new Choco Nachos - a savory, weird limited run treat they created. Spoiler: They taste like a plate of nachos and I loved 'em. Then, Jayna from the Deli joins me and we try all kinds of soup from Panera as they're BOGO this week! I even got her to try some of my new samples of Olipop - we loved the ginger ale! All that and more this week on the show!
Kicking this week off with a review of the incredible Food Fight 513 produced by friends of the show, Chefs Christian Gill and Kayla Robison. Glad we got to be a part of it! Then we're talking lowering sugar and carbs with Dr. Paul Kolodzik of https://www.metabolicmds.com/ - we're talking about his book, we're talking health, and how we can help create a better version of ourselves through our diet. Dr. Kolodzik has provided metabolic health and weight loss medical services to patients for nearly 15 years. This episode will definitely come in handy for me - but hey, so will some great foods we carry in the store, like former guests DohJoy and their low carb breads!
We're launching NEW FLAVORS of Liquid Death! Cherry Obituary, Grave Fruit, and Squeezed to Death. They're some of the best Liquid Death has done so far and I've already crushed an entire case of Cherry Obituary this week. Huge thanks to Matt for coming out with the samples and to do the show! Then we're joined by another Mark from Free Throws for Kids! This event is out here to show hope and love to patients and their families at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and Ronald McDonald House in a very practical way. You can learn more about them at https://www.FreeThrowsForKids.org
This week, we're joined by Brad Baker. Brad is the City of Hamilton's person of the year, he's the owner of one of our favorite local spots known as Pinball Garage, and he's even been on The Shark Tank before! But first, we talk about one of my favorite new-to-me products called blk. Blk is a cool brand of waters featuring fulvic minerals, with some flavors in the sparkling game like Dirty Lemonade. Come by and have a sample when they're in the stores on 1/20/2024 and 1/21/2024!
New Year, new we, amirite? This week, I'm going through some deals and the new Seedless NA Beer from Urban Artifact, which is excellent. Then, i'm joined by one of the brains behind the awesome Super Coffee line, Jimmy DeCicco, and we talk about the inception of the brand while he gives some incredible pointers to anyone thinking about startingt heir own business. Inspiring, as always!
Welcome to the Jungle Jim's House of Villains, where we are all secretly friends. This one's a SPICY episode so consider yourself warned for a little bit of explicit content, I never like to censor my guests. We talk about meeting Jonny Fairplay here at Jungle Jim's for the first time as well as his time on E TV's House of Villains, Jessica Fairplay gives her Jungle Jim's bathroom reviews, we talk about Matt Bischoff's love of music, and I pitch my version of Love is Blind. Later we get into some hot sauce tasting with Bunsters and Stanky Sauce. All that and more on the Jungle Jim's show!
We start with a politely hostile takeover of the Jungle Jim's studio by the legendary Shroom from WEBN, one of the nation's biggest rock radio stations! We talk about his career in radio and how a chance meeting between he and I helped start me off on my career! Then I'm joined by Hannah Wells, an award winning local resident who runs her own construction and remodeling company and is only in her mid-20s! She's super inspiring and if that isn't enough, she also races electric unicycles! Yeah, crazy!!
This week, i'm joined by Local Legend Jacob Trevino of Gorilla Cinema Presents (The Overlook Lodge, Lonely Pine Steakhouse, Tokyo Kitty, and many more) to make some incredible fruitcake cocktails - Jacob made his own fruitcake syrup using cool ingredients from here at Jungle Jim's and we tried them all out! A Fruitcake Old-Fashioned, Fruitcake Cuvee, and even a little fruity egg nog! The perfect set of sippers for your holiday season!
We kick the show off with a cold open, announce a giveaway from our friends at Entertainment Junction, and then launch a few new products - namely Urban Artifact's new Non-Alcoholic beer in Strawberry and Mango, Super Coffee's XXTRA coffee energy drinks, and a call to have you come sample Bubi's Sauces this weekend in the store. Pet Department Manager Mike A. comes back to the studio to show off a cool new product line from Woof for your pets, followed by our main guest, Melinda of PetCakes - "Bake wholesome, healthy, and delicious ORGANIC treats with your heart and hands for every milestone and celebration -- birthdays, adoption anniversaries, and human holidays. No paws or whiskers left out ever again!" - Melinda was an amazing guest and we love knighting a new member of the Banana Bunch! Thanks for watching!
This week, we're joined by Cory, the owner of Libby's Country Candles. Cory comes into the WJJI studio here at Jungle Jim's to show us how to make his 'Rainbow Rings' cereal-themed candle. I burnt mine almost immediately after making it and it smelled insane. Had no idea this was at once such a simple, yet focused process. If you're shopping, don't miss our deals this week on Amish chicken, Chunky Campbell's soup, Hint Water, and so much more!
Packed week to lead off Thanksgiving. We sit down with King's Hawaiian Rolls to show off the world's largest display and talk about their insane pricing for us this season. Then I'm joined by Ralph from Ben B. Schwartz produce to talk about their operation - bet you always wanted to learn about how we get our excellent produce. Lastly, I'm joined by Ragan McKinney of The American Dream TV show who met Jungle on an airplane - make sure to follow her so you can see the episode all about Jungle Jim's. All this and more on the Jungle Jim's show!
This week, we dive into some sweet sweet deals thanks to King's Hawaiian and their worlds largest display in Jungle Jim's! We're running specials on those through Thanksgiving for only $2.99 a package, and you'll meet the team from King's Hawaiian next week on the show. Then, we welcome one of the best breweries in the country, Third Eye Brewing, to our neighborhood here and discuss their brewing processes and more. Then, we're joined by Madtree Brewing, Founders Brewing Co, Bell's Brewery, New Belgium Brewing, and 50 West brewery to talk about our 'Giving Thanks' toy drive and pint night benefiting the Play Library at PlayLibrary.org - Bring a toy and get entered into a raffle to win some excellent prizes, one of which is a sweet looking New Belgium Brewing bicycle that is in my studio currently. If you come and bring a toy, please make sure it is not a stuffed toy as they are nearly impossible for Play Library to sanitize properly for the next user. All that and more on the Jungle Jim's show!
First off, congratulations to winner LaurenPerry28 - I've reached out via YouTube! Enjoy the fun sodas! I test out a new segment this week where we meet some of the random employees around the store, and I kick it off with one of our Head Cashiers, Ray Jones. Ray's a big fan of all things pop culture and brought me a cool Lego Batmobile to display in the studio! Thanks Ray! Then, Dann Woellert The Food Etymologist and I dive into all kinds of holiday treats from Europe with a heavy focus on gingerbread and all of it's variants, like pfefferneuse, but don't think we skipped Walker's Mince Pies - they were awesome! Dann also drops some hot knowledge about some Cincinnati traditions and so much more. Don't forget to catch him on the History Channel's "The Food That Built America." Check out Dann's blog by clicking these words!
Cereal giveaway and a cereal demo? How lucky are we? This week, we congratulate RoseOfDeath on winning this week's cereal giveaway - a literal full shopping cart of cereal picked by our followers on TikTok! So much fun and thanks for everyone playing along with the giveaways, I appreciate the support. Later, I drag Jayna from the deli in to try some holiday cereals that neither of us have tried before, while I try to turn Lucky Charms into a globalist conspiracy amidst defending Pumpkin Spice's honor! This is probably the most 'podcast' this podcast has been since we started. Thanks for tuning in!
This week is packed - congrats to this week's contest winner @JoshFlowers64! Tune in 2pm EST to our TikTok Live Stream where you can help pick this week's giveaway! I am then joined by our new co-worker Amanda, who eases her way into the podcast with a wine tasting, love it! Then I'm joined by touring comedian Adam Minnick and returning guest Tyler Carson of St. Mary St. Michael to talk about an upcoming show they've got over some international treats. Lastly, I'm joined by Johnny Catalano of Four By Three Productions and The Plaza Theater in Miamisburg, OH to try some Halloween themed tricks and treats while telling us about a screening he's hosting of The Night of the Living Dead along with its original screenwriter, John Russo. I'm wearing a Ghostbusters proton pack so you should probably watch along on YouTube!
This week i'm joined by Heather Johnson, best known as THE FOOD HUSSY! She's a cookbook author, air-fryer expert, and even won Guy's Grocery Games on the Food Network! We talk about how she went from "Hot Mess to Six-Figure Success," why she hates bananas, recipes, and so much more. It's a big, fun energy episode. We also announce this week's contest giveaway winner and I try a few items from this week's ad of sales! Get used to that, we love a sampler. All this and more on the Jungle Jim's podcast!
This week, I kick us off by going through our spaghetti-themed deals in the store this week. I got so much pasta sauce, you could sink a ship with it - but don't sink the ship with it, instead sink the ship with spaghetti and then use the sauce to eat them together. That's why it's called a deal. We congratulate this week's winner of the weekly giveaway and get ready to win again next week by subscribing to us on YouTube and leaving a comment on this episode about something you learned on the show. Sommelier Michael B pops by to tell us about the International Wine Festival on November 11th as well as some of our recurring events like Back that Glass up on Wednesday nights as well as the Wine Walkabouts occuring on the third Saturday of every month. Easy way to try some fancy wines, if you're into that. Then I am joined by the now AWARD WINNING director, Stephen Powell, who made the documentary film 98 Degrees West with friend of the show, Zamir Gotta. Zamir and Stephen are coming to the Jungle on October 21st to host the Ohio premiere of their film. Congratulations on winning best feature film at the Buffalo International Film Festival. Tickets are available on our website, www.junglejims.com
We kick the episode off with another fun giveaway, this time a collab between us and Eckrich Meats - a giant cooler from Coleman, 2 Yeti Tumblers, a cutting board, and a personalized selection of my favorite international snacks! All you've got to do to win is subscribe to Jungle Jim's International Markets on YouTube, and leave a comment on this episode of the podcast telling me something you learned! Then we're joined by our friends from Kettering Health, returning guest Dr. Lichter and new guest Dr. Reilman to kick off October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We answer some of your questions, we cover all of our bases when it comes to preventative health care with a focus on breast cancer. Wait til you hear some of the statistics they bring up regarding family history in particular - truly wild to hear. I hope you enjoy this somewhat unorthodox episode of a grocery store podcast, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to hopefully help someone I love or someone you love! The YouTube version is here so you can enter the contest: https://youtu.be/6adA5hBhFGI
This week we launch NEW WEEKLY GIVEAWAYS on the podcast, in addition to bringing the excellent Eckrich Meats into the store. Get this - we're even running a sale on Eckrich's line as pictured in the episode - the deals start on October 2nd, 2023. Meanwhile, I need you to subscribe to the channel, give me a like and a share, and drop a comment on THIS episode for an entry to win the stack of energy drinks hand selected by Jungle, Lucky, and me! Run these numbers up so we can do more giveaways. Subscribe to us on YouTube right here at this link - Jungle Jim's YouTube - this episode will be the most current one in the playlist! Looking forward to making you all winners!
It is a chaotic episode on the Jungle Jim's Podcast! This week, we're joined by the legendary band, Green Jellÿ. They stopped into Jungle Jim's during their most recent tour and we get to pick the brain of bandleader Bill Manspeaker about his life after selling 29 million records! Bill tells us tour stories, about life on the road for his young son named Khaos, he tells stories about working with Gene Simmons of KISS, Maynard James Keenan of Tool, and so much more. Did you know Gene Simmons only eats the tops of muffins? You do now! We even dive into how Green Jellÿ got hired by Marvel Comics to work on the soundtrack for their video game, Maximum Carnage. Here's to Stan Lee and his forward thinking.
Holy shirataki! This week, we're joined by Dr. Jonathan Carp of Miracle Noodles to talk about their entire product line, the nutritional benefit of shirataki noodles, and so much more. This is all thanks to emails and requests from viewers just like you, who've been asking to learn more about some of our food offerings that hit dietary restrictions for those of you who are looking for low-carb, keto, and sugar-free lifestyles. As always, send me an email at Podcast@JungleJims.com if you've got any requests, thoughts, feelings, or just want to send an email to someone you don't know really well yet.
This week, i'm joined by one of the brilliant minds behind the inception of Adult Swim at Cartoon Network, Andy Merrill. Andy is a writer, producer, and voice actor, best known for his work on Space Ghost Coast to Coast, Aqua Teen Hunger Force, Adventure Time, and many more. He is likely most famous to you as the voice of Brak from Space Ghost. Andy shops our store fairly frequently so I finally snared him into talking with me on the show about life, food, and which Cartoon Network execs need a stern talking-to. In the meantime, lets get some tickets rolling for the Jungle Jim's International Wine Festival coming up in November!
Have I been playing too much Red Dead Redemption 2 or is it just time to learn about moonshine? Maybe both. This week, I'm joined by Doug Taylor, a master distiller who you may recognize from The Discovery Channel's "Moonshiners: Master Distiller," to teach us all about the craft of making moonshine. If this episode doesn't fill the void enough for you, you can join us at the Eastgate Jungle Jim's on September 1st, 2023 from 5-7pm where Doug will be signing bottles, sampling, and taking pictures with the fans! Should be amazing. All this and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast!
Let's dive into some of my favorite moments in the first 100 episodes of the Jungle Jim's Podcast! I picked some of my favorite segments and some that you submitted to me as well! Thanks to everyone who has supported the show, to every brand who has joined me on the show to promote, to every sponsor, to every friend, loved one, and our awesome customers who have been on here with me. Here's to the next 100!
Indulge in a captivating journey through the picturesque vineyards of Napa Valley as we uncork the magic of Caymus Wines in this week's episode of The Jungle Jim's Podcast! Join us as host Mark Borison sits down with our esteemed sommelier, Michael, for an exquisite conversation that delves deep into the world of fine wines and the story behind Caymus.
🎙️ In this episode: Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and expand your oenophile horizons as we take you on an audio tour of the opulent flavors and rich heritage that define Caymus Wines. Michael, our resident sommelier and connoisseur, offers his expert insights, guiding us through a flight of Caymus classics and limited editions. From the velvety texture of the Cabernet Sauvignon to the nuances of the Merlot, each sip tells a tale of dedication, innovation, and a passion for winemaking that spans generations.
🍇 The Essence of Napa Valley: Discover the artistry that goes into crafting each bottle of Caymus wine, as Michael shares behind-the-scenes anecdotes and personal experiences
🔗 Uncorking Knowledge: Whether you're an aspiring sommelier, a wine enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the finer things in life, this episode promises to captivate your senses and enrich your understanding of the world of wine. Michael's passion is infectious, and his insights will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the art of winemaking.
🎧 Tune In: Join us for an immersive conversation that celebrates the art, science, and sheer joy of wine appreciation. Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to journey through Caymus Wines with The Jungle Jim's Podcast. Hit that play button and let the velvety notes of our discussion transport you to the sun-soaked vineyards of Napa Valley. Don't worry, we didn't forget to talk about our favorite films, music, and of course, Formula 1 racing.
Featured Wines: Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, Caymus Merlot, Limited Edition Releases
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After months of our schedules not aligning properly, we got Mike A. in to talk to us all about the world of pets here at Jungle Jim's. Did you know how many pig ears we sell a week? I won't spoil it, but it is a lot of pig ears. We sell bird feeders, we talk about dog walking umbrellas, Meowjuana joints for your cat, and so much else. Mike comes from a long corporate background and it's refreshing to hear him talk about the freedom for creativity he gets here at Jungle Jim's. In the meantime, lets talk about a Jungle Jim's Podcast meet up, eh? If you like this idea, shoot me an email at Podcast@JungleJims.com!
This weekend is the WEEKEND OF FIRE hot sauce festival here at Jungle Jim's International Market in Fairfield, and thankfully I met a cool vendor in our store called Hot Honeyzzz who makes the freshest, best, real infused honey you can get. From fall-forward flavors like mulled spiced cider honey all the way to hot pepper infused honey like their "Rated X," there is something for everyone to try. I also dive into a very cool wedding I went to featuring amazing Filipino cuisine from Bonifacio in Columbus, as well as a discussion about some great pop-up restaurants that have been happening in Cincinnati, inspired by my visit to Young Buck Delicatessen at Binski's Bar this week. They made incredible Italian beef sandwiches and I promise I didn't leave any of the au jus on my shirt this week. All that and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast!
This week, Deli Manager Jayna joins me to try out all of their new products. We talk about our soon-to-launch housemade deli meats, our brand new sandwiches in the deli, as well as some fresh deli salads we've brought out like Bang Bang Shrimp. I can't stop eating our Italian sub since we launched it, please send help. Since Jayna brought the eats, I brought the drinks and selected a bunch of new beverages from our international beverage aisle at the Fairfield store. We tried new milk tea, Sunkist from Asia, Peach Coke, Korean Capri-Sun and so much more! Of course we talk about new things at the Jungle and Jayna's love affair with Hugh Jackman. Trader Joe's would NEVER!
This week, I'm joined by one of the true gems of Cincinnati, Molly Wellmann. Molly is one of the world's best mixologists, known for running some of the best bars in Cincinnati and revitalizing our spirits scene. Wellmann teamed up with Five Stories Spirits, Northern Row and Krohn Conservatory for the Cincinnati-style gin, and is doing a signing here with us at the Jungle Jim's International Market Eastgate location on July 21st so you can get your hands on it too! We talk about Cincinnati history, the special botanicals chosen for this bottle, and some of our favorite things about the world of alcohol!
We kick this week off with some new products in the ad from some mushroom beverage elixirs to brand new salads and sandwiches in our deli. Then, I'm joined by Michael and Chad of Dunch Provisions ( @dunchprovisions on Instagram ) to talk about their pop-up dinners with international flair, and then having them make me their twist on the classic Spam musubi with pink pineapple and gochugaru! What an incredible experience - you can also watch along on the YouTube version!
Urban Artifact and Jungle Jim's International Market teamed up to host a series of pickle events and games at Urban Artifact for the release of their pickle beer. They asked me to host and MC, so of course I did. I was both honored to be there, and maybe a little grossed out by the speed at which these people CONSUMED 1.5 lbs of pickles (with only 3 minutes to eat them). Huge thanks to Devin and Tetrick at Radio Artifact for this amazing production, as well as to the Scotts of Urban Artifact for having me be the MC for the day. Check out future guest, Dunch Provisions, on instagram at @DunchProvisions
This week on the Jungle Jim's Podcast, I brought in a few friends to ruin their day by trying Smokin' Ed Currie's new product, The Duel. It's a hot chip challenge for two and the first person to drink loses, so let me give a special shout out to Messy Mutts for sponsoring this segment and letting me make these people drink out of a dog bowl for our collective laughs. Later, we take a trip to the Astra Toy Show to see some toys that will be hitting our shelves later this year and hang out with Crazy Aaron of Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty, Klutz toys, Squishables, USAopoly, Smiski, Hamee, and more! Looking forward to covering more events like this, imagine how many new products we could discover in the food world!
Robert "Kool" Bell of Kool & The Gang swings by Jungle Jim's to launch his brand new, excellent champagne line called "Le Kool." The best way to kick off a "Celebration," am I right? I know you know more Kool & the Gang songs than that! Then, I'm joined by two of my favorite co-workers to test out a bunch of new products that have come into the Jungle, like Oreos from Asia, chips that were originally only available in prison, Bonne Maman tarts, and Chinese Skittles! Huge thanks to Oswaldo and Casey for joining in after hours with me!
I sit down with Mike from Guided By Mushrooms, one of our awesome mushroom providers. We're here to dispel mushroom rumors, give out some healthy eating tips with mushrooms, and even dive into the world of foraging. Ever wonder how mushrooms were grown? Wonder no more. Was HBO's popular show The Last Of Us accurate in it's storytelling around cordyceps? Find out here! We also cover a whole new line of mushroom products from Guided By Mushrooms, including mushroom powders, tinctures, and more! Read their blog at https://www.guidedbymushrooms.com - Learn more about the Jungle Jim's Podcast at https://www.junglejims.com/WJJI
This week, we close in on the Jungle Jim's International Beer Fest as we join Beer Manager Ferdinand over at High Grain Brewing in Cincinnati, OH to brew "Jungle Mist," a brand new Hazy IPA in collaboration with Jungle Jim's! Brewmaster Matthew walks us through the history of the brewery, the importance of collaboration, and his time honing his craft in Germany.
This week, we sit down with Steph and Shelby from Jungle Jim's Eastgate to talk about the recent expansions to both our Toys and Candy Departments over there. We get to try gummy eyeballs, we play with a whole line of new Squishmallow toys, and taste what is now my favorite Sour Patch product. Later, we're joined by a musical artist born in Zimbabwe, the talented Daniel Noel. Daniel is promoting his June 3rd 2023 album release show and performs his first single, Signs. Look forward to Daniel and his brother David joining us on the show soon to talk about being born and raised in Zimbabwe. Check it out on the YouTube version of the podcast at YouTube.com/JungleJimsMarket
This week, I accost two customers into engaging in a pie eating contest to celebrate our closeout deal on pies - only $2.99 right now while supplies last! I drop a line on some excellent Korean corn dogs available in our frozen Asian section, then I sit down with Seena of Paktli Foods to talk about her upbringing in Mexico and how her international vibes brought us one of the best new treats in at Jungle Jims. Learn more about Paktli at PaktliFoods.com. Learn about the Cube Rule at www.cuberule.com
Get Moist with Hoist! Ok, a lot of you hate that word, but you're wrong for that. This week, we dive into the beverages from the hydration specialists at HOIST! They're a local Cincinnati brand doing some big things and you know how much I love a story that I hope will inspire so many of you to do great things as well. We talk catfish noodling, elk hunting while you're seven months pregnant, and what separates these tasty drinks from the herd. All that and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast! Learn more about HOIST at https://www.drinkhoist.com and learn more about Jungle Jim's and the Jungle Jim's podcast at https://www.junglejims.com/wjji
This week, I sit down with Chad Goodwin, vegan restauranteur and creator of the show Top Vegan, as we dive into his quest to introduce vegan cuisine to the masses. Here's a spoiler, it's delicious. Check out his new competition show, Top Vegan, on YouTube! Don't forget to get your tickets to the Weekend of Fire hot sauce festival here at Jungle Jim's - tickets are now available at www.junglefests.com
With May the Fourth being here, it was time to invite some of the Galaxy's finest into the WJJI studio. First up, we sit down with renowned cosplayer Fluke Skywalker to talk about his mission and how he is NOT Mark Hamill. Inspired by Jerry Springer, I pull a little surprise on Fluke by bringing in a familiar face who may or may not be Darth Vader. Later, I'm joined by some Mandalorians who have been exclusively shopping at Jungle Jim's both for food and for some Star Wars themed cookbooks, and they brought along some samples for me. Have you ever eaten Huttese Slime Pods? I have. They're delicious.
This week, we explore our coverage of National Food Month along side Travel Butler County. We delivered all kinds of fun Jungle Jim's themed treats to influencers all over the land, and even got on the news a few times. Then, we play a game invented by a customer to try out some of our strange and weird sodas in the store! The Weird Soda Sip-Off is upon us! But first, I'm joined by my friend Mandy to try out the brand new Mtn Dew Summer Freeze that just landed here at the Jungle.
Wonderful Pistachio asked me if they could come on the show and announce their new flavor, and I agreed - but ONLY if they could successfully throw the new flavors into my mouth. How's their aim? Find out as Jinesh shoots some free throws on me with their new Salt and Pepper pistachios. Then, I'm joined by the team at Ish and if you're unfamiliar, Ish is a Cincinnati-based community engagement organization centering Jewish arts and cultural traditions as a platform for connecting artists with communities to create new experiences, like their Mimouna festival happening this week in Cincinnati, where South American culture meets Jewish culture. Should be fun!
I start by checking out Citybeat Magazine's Best of Cincinnati event, but then I get to sit down with Bob Pennington before he comes into the Jungle on April 19th for Whiskey and War Stories. Here's a little about Bob: Robert “Bob” Pennington served in the U.S. Army for 26 as a Green Beret and retired as Chief Warrant Officer 4. Bob was a member of the ODA 595 Special Forces team that was the first to land in Afghanistan in response to the attacks on our country on 9/11. Their historic and unconventional warfare experience earned them the moniker, “The Horse Soldiers”, and has been brought to life in the Hollywood film, “12 Strong”, as well in other numerous leading books, and documentaries. Today Bob is a Brand Ambassador for the international award-winning ultra-premium Horse Soldier Bourbon brand. Bob lives in Georgia and his favorite way to drink Horse Soldier Bourbon is neat or on the rocks. Get your tickets to this event at https://www.junglejims.com
We kick the week off with a cute fan drawing, then bring Oswaldo into the studio to show off a new product that he made in-house here at Jungle Jim's for the masses - chamoy and tajin peach rings. Then we're joined by Ande the Elf of the "Wake the Farm Up!" podcast to talk about permaculture while we sample local products like chips from Hen of the Woods, and kombucha from Fab Ferments! It's a weird one. You signed up for this!
This week, I get my first piece of fanmail and open it on the show. Later, Anthony "Tank" Mansfield of "What Ya Into" podcast and Six Bomb Boards comes in to pitch us on having him make art at future Jungle Jim's events, so let us know what you think! Then I dive into my first official version of a segment I call "Imports Vs. Domestics" where I pit Totino's Pizza Rolls against Laxmi's Tandoori Paneer Samosas, and only one can be victorious! Lastly, we're joined by Maria Keck to perform some of her flute loop music!
I sit down with Del Hall of 16 Lots Brewing Co to talk about his FIFTH year doing a beer-only lenten fast for charity. You can learn some of his best tips, some of the worst parts about the fast, and what it's like to get a phone call from the Vatican. We also hold a short memorial for some sauces from Burger Beast, and try out a few new treats from Korea!
This week, we try out a sushi bake from Oishii Sushi Bakes (@OishiiSushiBakes on instagram) sourced from us here at Jungle Jim's, then we sit down with our director of development, Phill Adams, to talk about the expansion while introducing us to some students from Miami University who were working on a project inside our store. I love when we give back to our community. Tune in every Wednesday with us and give me a shout at Podcast@JungleJims.com! Learn more about the Jungle Jim's podcast by visiting https://www.junglejims.com/wjji
As I get caught up with my interviews and rescheduling post-COVID, I sat down with our deli manager Jayna to talk about the secrets of the Jungle Jim's deli, as well as some new products she's bringing in like Bubi's Garlic Dips and Plucky Pickle's new line. Later, I surprise her with some favorite products of my own, like Mirch Masala's Mumbai Mix from India because you all deserve better snacks. We also get to pioneer tasting the new tea lineup from the excellent Liquid Death, so make sure you get some of that in from Jungle Jim's. We wrap it up with some unique Easter candies from all over the world, including Lindt's new blueberries and cream truffles, thanks to International Manager Jim. It's a wild week of tasting! Enjoy!
This week, we sit down with the medical team at Kettering Health out of Hamilton, OH to teach us all about some updates to your health you might not have even thought of. The doctors took me behind the scenes to a private OR with no patients to see the newest technology, and you can all laugh at me getting to drive a million dollar piece of medical equipment with no knowledge. In the meantime, the Robodocs will be hosting some events here at Jungle Jim's on March 7th and 8th 2023, for FREE! You can come learn all about hernia health and preventative medicine, while meeting the team who are truly passionate about saving your life. Never thought this would be an angle on our show, but I love that we're getting to share this knowledge with everyone. I hope you enjoy!
I'm kicking the episode off by tasting Pepsi's new drink made in collaboration with Peeps. Why they didn't call it Peepsi is beyond me. I'm also giving a try to a new line of cookies from Matt's Bakery, which you can now find in our international department. Hot Sauce Mike comes back to try out an entire new line of sauces that are hitting shelves from one of my personal favorites, Duke's Mayonnaise. Then, we sit down with Kenny, Brady, Sam, and Nick of MadTree Brewing to talk about the past, present, and future of MadTree Brewing. Did you know they were one of Cincinnati's first canning facilities? Do you know about their awesome carbon offset program? Find out more as we all hang out and try some new brews.
This week, we open with a new person shouting "Whats up Banana Bunch." Can you guess who? Then, we're joined by Chopped champion, Kayla Robison, and returning friend of the show, Christian Gill to talk about their excellent event, FOOD FIGHT! They're inviting all foodies to come take part in this event - maybe you'll be a judge, maybe you'll be a competitor, and the only way to find out is by throwing your name into the hat. They conveniently picked some of their more unique ingredients from us here at Jungle Jim's - a power move, for sure. Tune in as we talk about Guy Fieri's Grocery Games, their time on Food Network and Netflix, as well as why it's important that we still give reverence to those who invest a lot of time and effort into their skills.
Want to know how to get into Jungle Jim's? MK of In The Curious Kitchen found out one fateful day when she reached out to me on Instagram to see if I wanted to sample her wares. A friendship was born that day, a friendship built over delicious beer cheese, pimento dips, boozy bourbon cherries and more. Join along as we hear her story, talk about some recipes to spice up your Super Bowl this year, and figure out how you could maybe even get your product into Jungle Jim's International Markets. What can I say? I'm a man of the people. Check out some more of MK's recipes on her site as promised here: https://inthecuriouskitchen.com/recipes/
This week i'm joined by Zack, Creative Director of Jungle Jim's, to try out Dr. Pepper's brand new Strawberries and Cream soda. Can Zack tell us which one is Zero Sugar? Find out! Later, we meet another independent vendor who has had amazing success here in the Jungle, Bonita's Southern Style Sweet Potato Pies. Bonita talks about how demos help bring her product success, along with some of her favorite food memories and more. Get this - she even sings her own jingle on the show!
I needed to get over my own fears of ordering coffee in coffee shops, so I brought Anna in from Boston Stoker coffee who has been doing demos in our stores to teach us all about coffee. We roasted beans in my office, ground them up, used a chemex, and got to try some of the most fresh coffee I could ever have. It was a wonderful, eye-opening experience and hopefully you find yourselves renewed with a more bean-focused interest in the future. You never know what you're going to see at Jungle Jim's, especially in the WJJI studio - just don't pay any attention to the smoke billowing out of the doors.
We sit down with winemaker of the year, Greg Brewer of Brewer-Clifton, as well as Master Sommelier Larry O'Brien to open everyone's eyes to the freedom of wine. Can they help us all get over our wine anxiety and just learn to love trying new things and expanding our horizons? They did for me and I'm sure they will for you too! This was one of my favorite interviews since starting the show - I loved how they made wine something so approachable. Learn more about Greg's incredible wines at https://www.bygregbrewer.com and join us here at Jungle Jim's International Markets for more excellent tastings like this one.
This week, we pick the winner of DohJoy Bread's winter recipe contest, where the winner gets a $250 gift card from DohJoy to their favorite DohJoy retailer - so make sure you choose Jungle Jim's International Market! We're joined by some random taste testers, including returning greats like Victoria and Dick. Thanks to everyone who came out!
We kick the episode off with a visit from WEBN's very own Nudge who shot us a video to show off what was in his cart - thanks Nudge! Check him out on Native Noise here in Cincinnati. Later, we talk pickles and old hot dogs with Scott from Tony Packo's; then, we introduce you to a new product from Hungry Squirrel - a whole line of keto-friendly sauces and dressings. Lastly, we're joined by Devin Burgess/Kei$ha for a musical performance. Learn more about the Jungle Jim's International Market podcast here: https://www.junglejims.com/wjji
We sit down with Jimmy and Huck, of Longbottom Bird Ranch, to learn about the world of ducks. Can we dispel some duck myths? Can we clear up some facts? Do ducks actually like eating bread? Where do their eggs go? Give Jimmy a follow on his instagram @LongbottomBirdRanch then come on into the store to try some duck eggs!
We're joined again by Sebastian, our favorite Swedish import, to learn all about how Christmas is celebrated in Scandinavia. Sebastian was kind enough teach us about the julbord, a Scandinavian feast or banquet during the Christmas season where traditional Christmas food and alcoholic beverages are served, all made out of products sold here at Jungle Jim's International Market. It's a slow dive into their culture but we get some great information about other modern traditions as well. We're joined by Ozzy from our international department who chimes in to compare some of the Swedish holiday traditions with his own from Mexico. Grab yourself a mug of glogg and enjoy with us!
This week, we meet Josh and Amy of Holston's Baking Company. They're a new bakery that rose up during COVID and makes some of the most incredible cheesecake on the planet and we now carry their products at Jungle Jim's. Come on in and share a slice of their banana pudding cheesecake with me!
This week, I'm joined by the two Tims in our cheese department as well as returning cheesemonger Jacob to crack into fresh parmesan. Did you know they had so many specific knives and tools to break into a fresh wheel of parmesan cheese? Of course not, because we are here learning together. Make sure you come visit our cheese experts to try something fresh and incredible like this. Learn more about us at the Jungle and this podcast here: https://www.junglejims.com/WJJI - Follow us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/junglejimsmarket for more fun video content!
Time for a format refresh as we lean into what i'm affectionately referring to as the second season of the Jungle Jim's Podcast. This week, I sit down with Carrie and Erin of the Cincinnati Recycling and Reuse Hub to talk about some cool upcycling practices framed around how we recreate a lot of our spaces at Jungle Jim's using recycled products! Don't forget to grab your Bonne Maman and Ilchester advent calendars to taste along with me next week! Find out more about Jungle Jim's International Market and our podcast by visiting JungleJims.com
This week, Mark helps us save Thanksgiving once he realizes he's also forgotten it. Get tips on things like Field Roast's AWESOME vegan and vegetarian options for your guests, how to make the easiest and best mac and cheese, and so much more. Later, we join Julie and Sarah from DohJoy bread to make a low carb, keto friendly stuffing using their new stuffing mix. Lastly, we take a minute to provide a platform for Ty of NAICCO (Native American Indian Collective of Central Ohio) to talk about building a sense of community and educating the people on Native culture. Make sure you try their NAICCO pocket when their food trailer comes to your town! Visit www.JungleJims.com/WJJI to learn all about our wonderful world of food! #thanksgiving #keto #ketodiet #lowcarb #stuffing #nativeamerican #native #macandcheese #macandcheeserecipe #vegan #vegetarian
This week, we meet Rachel from the Garden of Eten to try out some of her excellent elderberry syrup now available in the Jungle. Later we're joined by George all the way from a 'blue zone' in Greece who was here teaching some classes here with the leader of our cooking school, Leigh. We wrap up with some rock stars turned Cincinnati restauranteurs from July For Kings, talking about being signed to a major record label, their debut album's 20th anniversary show, and how both Sam and Travis pivoted to running two of the area's most successful restaurants in Fireside Pizza and Oriental Wok, respectively.
This week, Jimmy and TJ join Mark on the show to discuss their recent wine trip to Italy. On the trip, they discovered all kinds of new, unique wines that will be at LEAST regionally exclusive to Jungle Jim's International Market. We learn more about Italian culture, the history of wine, as well as Jungle Jim's history as one of the country's finest places to acquire all kinds of wine, and so so much more. Make sure you come out on Saturday, November 12, to Jungle Jim's in Fairfield, Ohio, for the International Wine Festival!
We're joined by a fan of the show and fellow podcaster, Sebastian Noren, who comes in to teach us all about Swedish culture and some of their tasty treats. Does Mark enjoy Salty Licorice Fish now? Find out and give Seb a follow at @SebNoren on Twitter and Instagram to get more Swedish action. Later, we're joined by Tracy, Carly, and Kathryn of Travel Butler County to learn about some of Jungle Jim's fun neighbors, and their greatest invention: The Butler County Donut Trail. We close with a brand new segment called "What's in Your Cart?" where we interview customers about what strange things they came to Jungle Jim's to buy!
This time, I'm reading "Worms" by Soren Narnia of the Knifepoint Horror Podcast. This is my little Halloween treat to all of you - thanks so much for supporting me, the podcast, and Jungle Jim's.
This week we dive into the spooky side of Jungle Jim's International Market. First, we take a trip to the amazing HorrorHound Festival that goes on every year here in Cincinnati. We meet some amazing vendors, a few freaks, and even link up with fellow show creators, Night of the Living Podcast - heads up on a few uses of explicit language. Later, we bring back 10 year old influencer Noah, along with new friend Lauryl to the show under the guise of reviewing regular Halloween candy, but Mark decides to focus on the Trick in Trick or Treat with some international candies and a few other weird foods. Lastly, we meet author Peter Raber of the young adult novel series "Don't Be Scared" to talk about his mission to encourage kids to read, all while we make his intergalactic Margon punch from his recent release, "Star Cuts."
This week we sit down with the director of development for Jungle Jim's, Phill, to tell us about our current expansion plans. He brings along Lex from Miami University so she can give the students perspective on what things could change and grow around Jungle Jim's International Market here in Fairfield. Then, filmmaker Terry Lukemire joins us hot off his documentary release "How We Looking" about baseball broadcasting legend Marty Brennaman of the Cincinnati Reds. Next, Terry talks about his recent screening at RJ Cinemas at Jungle Jim's Eastgate and his upcoming documentary on marijuana smugglers.
Ep. 55 of the Jungle Jim's Podcast is here and this week we're asking - what's the deal with Amish produce? Thanks to one of our produce transport people, Elvin, we get to peel back and learn about Amish and Mennonite culture and how that pertains to our produce selection here at Jungle Jim's. But first, let Mark try some yuzu soda, won't you?
This week, Jungle enters the studio with Ohio's Superintendent of Liquor, Jim Canepa. We learn about Ohio's unique liquor laws while talking about our upcoming Liquordation event in the Oscar Station at Jungle Jim's in Fairfield on October 8th and 9th! 40% off liquors, including some special bottles, and you'll even have a chance to win an empty bourbon barrel!
We kick this week's episode off with a little surprise for the YouTube audience, then launch right into a fun episode around nutrition. Ever wonder what a bodybuilder eats? Wonder no more, as we're joined by a local bodybuilder in preparation for her next competition along with Doh Joy Bread, carried here in Jungle Jim's. Then, thanks to audience requests, we learn about some vegan treats from Chubby Bunny Bakery and hummus from Chickpea Chicks Hummus. We're all about that health here at Jungle Jim's!
This week, we're diving into German cuisine with the Discoveries section of Jungle Jim's for Oktoberfest. Later, we meet a Japanese television crew who came to Jungle Jim's to shoot their show here. How cool is that? Then we learn about the Cornstand Jam and beer happening just outside of the Jungle! Come in to try a sip!
This week, we visit the charcuterie deli in the cheese shop at Jungle Jim's and learn all about curing meats from North Country Charcuterie. Later, we're joined by a friend of the show to help us with our first on-air tasting of a weird food combo. Is it good? Is it gross? Why not both? All this and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast!
Watch the show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KmC7fpB9yEk
First up, Mark tries out some new products that just came into International, then our Director of Development, Phill, joins the show again to talk about the ten year anniversary of the second Jungle Jim's International Market location in Eastgate! Lastly, we make some fresh salsa with some of the finest produce in the land with folk band St. Mary, St. Michael, and close with a performance of their song "Blue 52."
This week, we dive deep into the world of meat with our resident expert Scott, who talks all about international meat and more. Later we're joined by pediatric oncologist, Dr. Karen, to help us find some "Pediatrician Approved" products in the store! All this and more on the show!
This week, we chase Mark through the store to uncover some of his favorite discoveries from all of our departments. Then, we try to stump him with different cuts of meat from our Assistant Meat Manager, Ryan. Can Mark pick out the quality grades of meat just by taste? Find out on the show this week! Watch the show on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/wR7jGYyl-Zw
This week, we try out the new Trick or Treat Hard Seltzers from Urban Artifact and wow, those tricks are potent. We meet the creator and CEO of Lemon Perfect water who has almost as much energy as Mark does. We sit down with Madtree Brewing about their upcoming events here in Jungle Jim's, and close the show out with a musical performance by Claire Lefton! All this and more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast!
Watch the show on YouTube here - https://youtu.be/--aRROfKoJg
FizzzFest is finally here! I sit down with Pepsi to hear about some of their upcoming products, we talk with film producer Chase Crawford about his new release "River Road," and close out with a full band performance by the Electric Indigo. Come to the FREE FizzzFest here at Jungle Jim's in Fairfield, OH on August 6th, from 12-5pm!
This week on the show, Nick and Ava return to help Mark dive into more samples in advance of FizzzFest, a free non-alcoholic beverage festival here at Jungle Jim's. Then, we meet the teams from our sponsors Hop WTR and C4 Energy to talk about what they love about being in Jungle Jim's!
This week, we dive into the youth in our community. Nick returns to do more samplings in advance of FizzzFest, a free non-alcoholic beverage festival at Jungle Jim's, and this time he brings along his daughter Ava. Then we meet some of the country's top archers as I see if they can bullseye our exotic product. Later, we meet Noah, a 10 year old local influencer and hopeful YouTube sensation. Can he make it through some of our strange food tasting? Lets find out!
It's back, baby! Beerfest has returned as well as some of our other festivals. In honor of this, we kick off promotions for the first-of-it's-kind FizzzFest, a FREE non-alcoholic beverage festival coming up on August 6th! Then we recap Beerfest, and are later joined by Country Boy Brewing to talk about their Country Boy Brewing Barbecue Blowout happening at the Jungle on July 16th! So many festivals, so little time!
This week, we're diving into our Summer of Wine events, focusing on rose with Sommelier Michael B. We're joined by Hot Sauce Mike and Chris V to taste out an unorthodox food pairing, ice cream and hot sauce. What will we try next? Do you have a strange food pairing you love? Tell me all about it in the comments or by emailing Podcast@JungleJims.com!
This week, we dive into an entire line of available products from Tabasco, as Jungle Jim's always carries the full lineup. Then, we launch a new keto bread from Doh Joy, learning its secrets, and even bringing in some of the audience to taste test the bread. All that and more on the Jungle Jim's podcast!
This week we're joined by Zamir Gotta, who you may know best for his collaborations with the incredible Anthony Bourdain. Zamir connects me with Lord Kris Gentry and we discuss Zamir's Peacemaker Vodka, as well as his upcoming documentary where he explores Bourdain's America.
This week we've got a packed one. Kai from Dude, Seriously hot sauces joins us to talk about his journey and to give away over $300 in groceries and hot sauce! Then, we help launch Beatbox Beverages in Jungle Jim's, and I think you'll be enjoying these tasty libations all summer long. Lastly, local listener Chris comes on the show to walk us through his yearly tradition of performing "the March Madness of Root Beer" courtesy of Jungle Jim's root beer offerings. All this and more, on the Jungle Jim's podcast!
This week, Hot Sauce YouTuber and Skateboard Enthusiast Brian Ambs joins us on the show to test out some hot sauces and teach us some YouTube tips for success. Later, we're joined by Brad Baker of Pinball Garage and Jonny Fairplay of Survivor fame to talk about an event they hosted, while giving us a look behind the scenes of one of the most popular reality TV shows ever!
What a wild week! This week we sit down with Jessica to teach us about the new pet toys we're bringing into the Jungle. We have a teaser appearance by Jonny Fairplay of Survivor; then we meet Hot Sauce Mike from our Eastgate store to test some heat in the studio! Don't forget to tune into our new segment, "Imports Vs. Domestics," on this episode!
Watch on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/1c6_CDgAwgk
This week, Jimmy joins me to chat with one of our chefs and tour guides, Don. He is preparing for our Cooking School's field trip to Italy this month! Don's an absolute expert in all things Italian, and you're going to learn a lot about Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna. So take a cooking class in the area's oldest Cooking School while you listen along!
This week, we get educated on Food Allergy Awareness month in our natural foods section, thanks to Sarah from Hungry Harry's. She launched an entire food brand free of the world's top allergens, and the taste is incredible! Later, we're joined by musician, choreographer, and stylist Kendall Parke. Kendall is our first official musical guest on the show!
02:24 - Hungry Harry's and Food Allergy Awareness Month
34:44 - Kendall Parke Interview
48:24 - Kendall Parke Performance
This week, I'm joined by Oswaldo and Monica from our International department to help me Discover Mexico, focusing on Cinco De Mayo. Do you know why we celebrate it? If not, you will now! Then, I'm joined by chef Sergio Gutierrez whose restaurant Olla makes national waves for his authentic tacos. Arguably one of our most delicious episodes yet!
Discover Mexico: 02:25
Sergio Gutierrez and Olla Taqueria: 45:38
This week, we celebrate International Pretzel Day with Drew from Tuba Baking Co, who teaches us all about ancient, traditional pretzel-making practices. Then, we're joined by Jim and Moni from International to talk to us about Taiwanese foods for our Discoveries program. Lastly, the WJJI studio is taken over by members of the Northern Wrestling Federation, who show off some of their crazy moves in the studio. Where else but Jungle Jim's?
The third beer in the "Road to the Jungle" series trucks right along. This time, I will go on-site to Fifty West Brewing to help brew the beer that will release to the public next month. Chris V returns to help me with an international deal squeal, and we launch this show as a video podcast! Subscribe to us at YouTube.com/JungleJimsMarket
Pop, soda, call it what you want! This week, we dive even deeper into our TikTok successes by bringing in our expert in specialty sodas, Nick, to talk about how insanely large our specialty soda selection is. We also chat about the troubles sourcing products and how this has affected major brands like Pepsi, Coke, and so many others. We also met Clara, who came into the store from Brazil to show off some of her favorite Brazilian treats.
This week, we launch our new TikTok account to great success thanks to a viral post about the new Nitro Pepsi, we take a call from Michael in California, then break the produce chain with Daniel and Ross from Indianapolis Fruit, known for so many brands you enjoy!
This week, Jungle and Josie join us to chat with our new tenant at the Eastgate store, Willis Music. They open on April 1st, and it's no joke. Later, we're joined by Harvey Tannenbaum of Tannenbaum Foods to showcase his line of botanical hot sauces that we just launched in both stores! A little heat and a little sweet, just like all of you. In the meantime, please subscribe to us over at Youtube.com/JungleJimsMarket in prep for our transition to video.
As we move towards the full-video episodes, we're going through some of our pre-recorded interviews - with convenient timing as we launch a new line of bread in our bakery at both stores, thanks to Will and his team at Breadsmith. We talk about his success managing people and some tips on how to make the best bread!
This week, we sit down to talk with Michael from International Produce. Michael's had quite the storied life, and I thought it was interesting to see how an American assimilated into and learned from our international employees in international produce. Chris V also joins us to talk deep-discount grills for another Deal Squeal this week!
This week, we kick off a two-part series on produce when we get a visit from AJ and the team from Oppy. Learn about what they're growing and how badly they want me to come wade in a cranberry bog. Then, Chris V returns to the show to help debut a new segment called The Deal Squeal, and we talk with a local filmmaker who was one of the first to try out recording in the WJJI Studio here in Jungle Jim's Fairfield.
I sat down with Lena from Ukraine and Andrey from Russia to talk about their perspectives on Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Thank you to both guests for providing their perspective and opinion on our show. Be warned, I let my guests speak freely so there may be some minor explicit language.
This week, Jim from International brings us Chef Nick from Nico's Cajun Island to talk about Cajun food and his sauces to help us celebrate Mardi Gras. Later, we meet a family visiting from Peru shopping for the most authentic ingredients for a big dinner event they're preparing. All this and much more on the Jungle Jim's Podcast!
This week, we're joined by returning guests Jimmy B and sommelier Michael B to introduce all of us to the world of sake in preparation for our Sake-To-Me tasting event on February 26th. Meanwhile, we taste some giant sunflower seeds, prepare for a contest, set up for a Cajun food episode next week, and take a call from a guest who loves Triscuits more than anyone!
Be a fly on the wall with 50 West Brewing and Jungle Jim's beer team as we discuss the new flavor in our second release in the "Road to the Jungle" beer series.
Huge thanks to Jolly Plumbing for arguably one of the weirdest things I bet they've ever been a part of. I promised you I'd do a podcast from a tub of chili, and I wanted to release it today in support of the Bengals winning the Super Bowl! Who Dey!
This week, we're showing our love for Cincinnati and the Bengals, who are on their way to the Super Bowl. We've got Lithuanian fans calling the show, we've got Steve Del Gardo of Del Gardo's cannoli showing off his new Who Dey cannoli in support of the team, and Food Network superstar Christian Gill returns to help me elevate French Onion Chip Dip to a whole new level with a little local and international flair.
This week, we celebrate Lunar New Year together on the show. In an unorthodox presentation style, I'm inviting you to sit down with us for a meal as Lucia returns to teach us all about making hot pot. Jimmy joins us for his first appearance on the podcast to add his wit and excellent questions to our conversation. Please pick up your favorite broth, proteins, veggies, and noodles from the Jungle, then sit down to simmer along with us on the show. Watch the episode on YouTube here: The Jungle Jim's Podcast - Episode 20 - Hot Pot video
This week, we meet some wine experts and a customer taking in one of Jungle Jim's Wine Walkabout events in the Fairfield store. Later, we're joined by one of our long-time employees and recipient of the Golden Penguin award, Chris V, to talk about his time in frozen and dairy, as well as some of Jungle Jim's intricacies and how both the brands we carry and we have had to pivot in the midst of a pandemic. Lastly, I give you a little teaser from 50 West about the next beer in the Road to the Jungle series we're making with them.
Helpful timecodes: 05:41 - Wine Walkabout Interviews 13:40 - Chris V and the Frozen Debacle 52:38 - 50 West Teaser
We open the show this week with a new segment of "What Brings You In," where we meet Ed from Indiana. Later, I take a recommendation on a fresh coconut beverage on "The Taste Test," then bring in two of our international employees, Lucia and Moni, to teach us all about Lunar New Year and its related celebrations.
This week, I got to sit down with Mike McGraw, the creator and brains behind Roothouse Aquaponics (www.roothouseaqua.com) to learn about the future of sustainable farming, right here in our very own backyard. Later, our sommelier Michael B joins me to talk about some upcoming wine events and to wax poetic about the beauty of classic European sports cars.
This week I got to sit down with Mike McGraw, the creator, and brains behind Roothouse Aquaponics (www.roothouseaqua.com), to learn about the future of sustainable farming, right here in our very own backyard. Later, our sommelier Michael B joins me to talk about some upcoming wine events in the Jungle and to wax poetic about the beauty of classic European sports cars.
This week, we will learn about the cultural differences in the US from one of our Nepali employees, Sara. Then, in the interest of being the best versions of ourselves in 2022, we chat with fitness expert and trainer Matt Kasee of Trilogy Fitness Systems about taking consistent, incremental moves towards our health goals. In keeping with the wellness theme, we also chat with Cincinnati celebrity dentist Dr. Troy Pearce who helps me debunk some teeth whitening myths.
Another fun week of the show. Jim joins me to chat about international coffee buying and how we started the Jungle Jim's Discoveries section. The Discoveries section is like the greatest hits of whatever theme we're focusing on each month, where you can try all kinds of new things. Then, in a new segment of "What Brings You In?" I discover a customer's secret talent and share it with the audience.
Legendary comedian Tony Woods comes to visit us in the Jungle, so Jungle and I talked to him about the world of comedy after we wrapped up our tour of the Fairfield store. Check out Tony on "They Ready" on Netflix while he preps to go on the Joe Rogan Experience in the next week or so. Then, we're joined by our seafood specialist Ross to tell us all about the world of seafood - from freshness to purchasing habits you should adopt, and so much more. Ross is so passionate and knowledgeable that you're going to love him.
This week, we're joined by Jim from International to tell us to run in and check out our insane line up of international holiday goodies. Supplies are dwindling, so listen to this episode quickly. Jim also lets us in on the secrets of how we curate such a large offering. Later, we're joined again by Christy from the bakery and her mom to give us a little history on why fruitcake is a meme and how we should actually give it another show. Spoiler alert: it's delicious. Then we meet local chocolate and treat makers from Ruby's Chocolate to share their personal story of overcoming adversity and how Jungle Jim's helped them build their brand. Music by Star Silk and Nicolas Clay. Helpful timecodes: 05:26 - Jim and International Holiday Treats; 20:30 - The Fruitcake Debacle; 37:14 - Ruby's Chocolates.
This week, I hang out with one of our sommeliers, Michael, as he teaches me the ins and outs of the world of fine wine, including a $15,000 bottle we have in our cellar. Insanity. Then, Jungle will chat with me, the beer crew, and the team from Fifty West Brewing to talk about our new "Road to the Jungle" beer collaboration we released. You know you want to hear his review! Helpful timecodes: 04:53 - Michael, Jungle Jim's sommelier; 50:12 - Fifty West Brewing and the Jungle Jim's beer
Hey everyone - just a quick teaser episode since Tony's in town and was gracious enough to spend the afternoon with us in the store. If you're unfamiliar with Tony Woods, he's been a longtime stand up comedian, being a driving force behind HBO's Def Jam Comedy series, and famously mentoring Dave Chappelle. He's at Go Bananas Comedy club in Cincinnati this weekend - so check him out live, then check out his full interview on the show soon!
We're working off our food bender, so put on some sweat pants and listen up. This week, I'm teasing our upcoming beer collaboration with Fifty West Brewing Co., then we're talking with Leigh from The Cooking School here at Jungle Jim's Fairfield, as they've just reopened to the public! Come on in and take a cooking class with me where we can learn how to use one of the many exotic ingredients we carry in the store. Then, we're joined by Taylor from Boulder Berry Farms, to teach us about the many uses and benefits of elderberries, a popular superfruit thanks to it's immune system boosting properties - their berries are exclusively available at Jungle Jim's International Markets! Helpful timecodes: 07:36 - Leigh Ochs and the Cooking School; 25:40 - Elderberries from Boulder Berry Farms
This week, we've got our director of development Phill back in the booth to tell us a story about an el car, the Chicago Transit Authority, and how we got all these exclusive Bourbon County Stouts from Goose Island. Then, we take a trip to India to try out some international snack foods on another segment of The Taste Test. Lastly, we're joined by Suzy DeYoung of La Soupe to tell us about their mission to serve the underprivileged and how Jungle Jim's was a part of that journey! Helpful timecodes: 06:40 - Phill talks Chicago L Car and Goose Island, 21:36 - Taste Test - Indian snack foods, 32:13 - Suzy from La Soupe interview
This week, we're hitting Thanksgiving hard and early. First, we meet a new customer, David, on a segment of "What Brings You In?" on his quest for peppers, then we're diving deep into the original Thanksgiving meal plan and all the items you can get to recreate it right here in Jungle Jim's. Later, we're joined by Jake of Dust Village Co. to talk about how absurd it is to fry 60 turkeys for Thanksgiving as well as some of his best practices and round it off with delicious, seasonal desserts from Cincinnati bakery and friend of the Jungle, The Bonbonerie. Helpful timecodes: 02:44 - What Brings You In? 07:20 - Thanksgiving trivia and original Thanksgiving 25:40 - Wild Ohio Brewing interview 36:14 - Dust Village Co. Fried Turkey Tips 52:50 - Bonbonerie interview
This week, we’re taking you on a trip to Bourbon County, thanks to resident beer expert Ferdinand and the fine folks of Goose Island. Come to Ohio’s biggest Bourbon County party on November 26th right here at Jungle Jim’s in Fairfield. Then, we’re learning all about the wonderful world of soy products, thanks to Sam from CinSoy foods, right out of Cincinnati. Did you know Ohio had so many soy farms? I didn’t! Helpful timecodes: 03:45 - Bourbon County Stouts with Ferdinand, 21:59 - CinSoy Foods and that soy sauce feeling
This week, we're cutting into the Big Cheese at the Eastgate store. Learn about our 727 lb. block of cheese and how to make it from our experts, Jake and Somer. I bet you've never heard the word "truckle" until this podcast. Then, we're joined by Farmer Nate of Farmer Nate's sauces, now available at both Jungle Jim's locations. Nate shares his flavor-first techniques and why he's quickly becoming a favorite at many tables. Lastly, the director of development, Phill, joins us for more Jungle knowledge in a segment that I'm calling "Phillarious" until someone tells me not to. Time codes: 3:33 - Cheese interviews; 19:44 - Farmer Nate's Sauces; 43:52 - Phill returns
Here's a bonus Halloween treat for all you listeners. Today, I'm reading a short, creepy story called "Staircase" by fellow podcaster Soren Narnia of the Knifepoint Horror podcast. Grab yourself some international candy and beverages from our store, turn off the lights, and enjoy this spooky tale! Happy Halloween, everyone!
Pumpkins, pumpkins, pumpkins. In the spirit of Halloween, this week I tracked down one of the world’s largest pumpkins, conveniently grown in Ohio and shown off at the Circleville Pumpkin Show. I spoke briefly with a few giant pumpkin farmers and even met the world’s largest pumpkin pie. Later, we’re joined by William E. Wilson of Wicked Designs Carving and the Food Network Program, “Outrageous Pumpkins.” Check out William’s work carving live in the store on our social media pages. Make sure you are subscribed for a special Halloween treat from me later this week. Important time codes: 18:01 - Pumpkin farmer interviews, 26:48 - William E. Wilson pumpkin carving interview
Join me this week, as I meet a titan of produce in his final days before retirement. We discuss the ever-changing world of buying produce for a store as large as Jungle Jim's, as well as some fun tales of adventure from the proverbial good old days. I also welcome back our director of development, Phill, to talk about some more Jungle rumors and secrets, while I prep to meet the world's largest pumpkin. Featuring music from Star Silk. Important time codes: 06:11 - Phill spills the secrets; 16:53 - Dave Brossart, produce king interview
We kick off the episode with a quick tale of hidagyu beef from Japan, weekend fun, and a little meditative, positive energy thanks to another random customer bursting into the WJJI studio on a new segment of "What Brings You In?" Later, Christy from the bakery joins me again to introduce The Banana Bunch to Racquel, a brilliant former radio host, and political scientist from Brazil. Racquel introduces us to all kinds of fascinating things about Brazil's culture, food, and more. You, too, will be drooling after you learn about the Brazilian black bean stew, feijoada. Featuring music by Star Silk and Grandace. Helpful time codes: 05:00 - "What Brings You In?"; 09:34 - Mark plays Metroid and eats hidagyu beef; 14:45 - Racquel from Brazil; 54:34 - Mark's outro
This week, I got to go behind the scenes of our bakery to see the massive size and get a better understanding of just how much we bake daily, thanks to my incredibly knowledgeable guide and the bakery's assistant manager, Christy. She is an absolute treat. Then, I'm joined by Food Network chef Christian Gill to talk about some of his favorite things about Jungle Jim's, his podcast The Prep List, and how we both love the same restaurant in Cancun. Weird. Lastly, we cap it off with a short, fun segment about an artist I found out about from the AV Club and Buzzfeed, Alex Leeds of "Dumb Celeb Drawings." Even Jeb Bush is a fan. 04:22 - Christy from the Bakery. 34:40 - Chef Christian Gill. 47:05 - Alex Leeds/DumbCelebDrawings.
I'm kicking this episode off with some fun event coverage, followed up by announcements for our Oktoberfest / OK To Beer event happening right here inside Jungle Jim's International Market in Fairfield. It's not JUST Oktoberfest happening this month though, as we also celebrate the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival in this episode's segment of The Taste Test. I finally got to try a traditional mooncake! Find out how much I loved it! Later, we're joined by Ferdinand from our expansive beer department to teach me about some fall beer offerings, and then a deep dive into the company's infrastructure with our Director of Development, Phill Adams. Don't worry, we made sure to investigate some famous Jungle Rumors too. Submit your favorite rumors (and all other questions) to podcast@Junglejims.com Visit www.junglejims.com/wjji to submit your show ideas!
Music by:
"Space Station Shuffle" by Star Silk
"Lo-fi Juicy" by Nicholas Clay
"The Taste Test theme" by Danny Poland
"Little Orange Bike" by S. R. Woodward
Helpful timecodes:
00:00 - Mark's intro and trip to the jazz fest
03:13 - "What's up in the Jungle?" - event coverage
06:16 - "Discoveries" section in the Jungle, snack chat
09:00 - The Taste Test - Mooncakes
16:59 - Intro to Ferdinand Sneed, beer buyer and OK To Beer Party
30:50 - Jungle Rumors segment and interview setup
33:35 - Phill Adams, Director of Development Interview
68:09 - Show Outro
Welcome to the show!
I'm kicking off the Jungle Jim's podcast with the rundown on what our store is - followed by an interview from our visionary founder, Jungle Jim Bonaminio himself - what a treat. He rarely does appearances like this! Jungle gives us some fun insight into why we built a podcast studio inside our international market and what we hope to grow this show into.
You'll get to know me a little better as I take you on our first segment of The Taste Test. In this episode, we learn about the rambutan and how to eat it. Spoiler warning: It's delicious.
Lastly, I stopped a random shopper with a surprising talent who traveled to check out our vast selection of hot sauces. Anything goes here in the Jungle!
Visit www.junglejims.com/wjji to submit your show requests and ideas. Send me an email to Podcast@JungleJims.com, and maybe you'll get featured on air.
Music by:
"Wave Skating" and "Infrared Skateboard" by Star Silk
"Earl Grey Theme" by Mark Mauer
"Longtime Being Wholesome" by Grandace
"Little Orange Bike" by S. R. Woodward
"The Taste Test theme" by Danny Poland
Helpful show timecodes:
01:36 - Store details and description
07:22 - Introducing Jungle Jim Bonaminio
33:40 - Plans for the show
38:10 - The Taste Test - Rambutan
45:24 - "What Brings You In?" - customer segment
Welcome to the Jungle Jim's Podcast!
Since Jungle Jim’s International Market is such a wonderfully mad world of flavors, we decided to create a Podcast to talk about it!
Join us on a super safari as we explore the world of food, plus discuss people, art, culture, and more! We'll also be peeling back the curtain to show you some secrets about Jungle Jim's. We hope you're as excited as we are. Stay tuned as we release future episodes.
In the meantime, meet our host Mark Borison, as he teases what this show is all about!
Music:
"Little Orange Bike" by S.R. Woodward