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Food News

The Ringer 333 Episodes Oct 9, 2026

Join Juliet Litman and David Jacoby every week for 'Food News,' in which they sample various snacks, share personal tales about food, and round up the latest in food news from around the world.

Episodes

Chip City Shutdown, Breakfast Dates, and Another Blind Starburst Taste Test!
Chip City Shutdown, Breakfast Dates, and Another Blind Starburst Taste Test! Oct 9, 2026 3373 This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on a "demonic" coffee shop, discuss the "crossword bandit," and question whether they would eat Kraft Mac & Cheese ramen. For this week’s Taste Test, they once again try to identify Starburst while blindfolded. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News.Do you have Personal Food News? We
Capybara Cafes, a Lobster Roll Divide, and Tasting Peanut Butter!
Capybara Cafes, a Lobster Roll Divide, and Tasting Peanut Butter! Oct 2, 2026 3084 This week, Juliet and Jacoby follow up on the Kit Kat heist, dive into the origin of the Cuban, and share their thoughts on AI images being used in restaurant advertising. For this week’s Taste Test, they try cinnamon sugar and sticky s’mores peanut butter from One Trick Pony. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Per
Butter Smuggling, Krispy Kreme Theft, and Tasting the Filet-O-Fish!
Butter Smuggling, Krispy Kreme Theft, and Tasting the Filet-O-Fish! Sep 25, 2026 3501 This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the bar that is dropping mask restrictions, marvel at the cost of a candy apple, and discuss line culture. For this week’s Taste Test, Juliet tries the Filet-O-Fish. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a voi
Blueberries in China, Recycled Cookies, and Tasting Unusual Food Combinations!
Blueberries in China, Recycled Cookies, and Tasting Unusual Food Combinations! Sep 18, 2026 2903 This week, Juliet and Jacoby return to Pennsylvania for another heist, share their thoughts on the high school student suspended for bringing coffee to class, and follow up on the woman who was stood up by her date. For this week’s Taste Test, they try combining food to make it taste like something else, including banana and avocado, and lemon and cinnamon. Finally, they close the show by sharing
The Weenie Warlock, Alcohol Heists, and Blind Tasting Jelly Beans
The Weenie Warlock, Alcohol Heists, and Blind Tasting Jelly Beans Sep 11, 2026 3802 This week, Juliet and Jacoby dive into more alcohol heists, share their thoughts on the food safety inspector turned social media star, and discuss a man who mailed in a tip. For this week’s Taste Test, they try to identify jelly bean flavors while blindfolded. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News, including tales from Jacoby’s RV trip, and reacting to some Listener Foo
Inside Panda Express, Pop-Tarts BuzzBallz, and Tasting Instant Noodles
Inside Panda Express, Pop-Tarts BuzzBallz, and Tasting Instant Noodles Aug 28, 2026 3570 This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss whether eating lettuce is actually good for you, learn about how 'Love Island' contestants eat, and pay tribute to the 24-hour diner. For this week’s Taste Test, Juliet samples some instant ramen. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! L
Maggots in Ice Cream Machines, Gratuity vs. Tips, and Tasting La Colombe
Maggots in Ice Cream Machines, Gratuity vs. Tips, and Tasting La Colombe Aug 21, 2026 3107 This week, Juliet and Jacoby react to 20 tons of squid being spilled on a highway, learn about Italy’s cheese vaults, and discuss the rise of Burger King and the Whopper. For this week’s Taste Test, they try La Colombe coffee. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us
An Unspecified Avocado Threat, Chick-fil-A to the Rescue, and a Wendy's Taste Test!6
An Unspecified Avocado Threat, Chick-fil-A to the Rescue, and a Wendy's Taste Test!6 Aug 14, 2026 3331 This week, Juliet and Jacoby discuss the U.S. suspending their avocado investigation due to an unspecified threat, a Chick-fil-A employee chasing down a car to deliver their drink, and a rotting stench in L.A. For this week’s Taste Test, they both try Wendy's iced coffee and a burger. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and react to a Listener Food News.Do you have Per
More Cyclospora, Giving Up Alcohol, and Tasting New Sodas!
More Cyclospora, Giving Up Alcohol, and Tasting New Sodas! Aug 7, 2026 3762 This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on dunking a burger in Coke, discuss a man and woman switching shirts to get around dress-code rules, and share their thoughts on the latest news from Noma. For this week’s Taste Test, they both try different new sodas. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and react to Listener Food News.Do you have Personal Food News? W
Dessert With Ants, Little Debbie’s Snack Theft, and Tasting Apple Mousse!
Dessert With Ants, Little Debbie’s Snack Theft, and Tasting Apple Mousse! Jul 31, 2026 3220 This week, Juliet and Jacoby cover the latest 'Real Housewives' food drama, discuss multiple hot dog-related stories, and reveal how Fireball shoes that hold alcohol could be useful. For this week’s Taste Test, an apple mousse. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and react to a Listener Food News. Do you have Personal Food News? We want to hear from you! Leave us a
Cyclospora Update, the Trader Joe’s vs. Aldi Rave, and Tasting Mushroom Seltzer!
Cyclospora Update, the Trader Joe’s vs. Aldi Rave, and Tasting Mushroom Seltzer! Jul 24, 2026 3383 This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on the whiskey summer camp meant for adults, discuss the Florida pizza restaurant acting as a hub for hunting pythons, and break down the ice cream parlor that’s betting on the weather. For this week’s Taste Test, they try mushroom seltzer. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to some Listener Food News.
Restaurants Cracking Down on Children, the Business of Fruit, and Tasting Banagua!
Restaurants Cracking Down on Children, the Business of Fruit, and Tasting Banagua! Jul 17, 2026 3123 This week, Juliet and Jacoby share their thoughts on California banning sell-by labels to cut down on food waste, discuss how branding affects beer sales, and cover the latest food heist. For this week's Taste Test, they try a banana water; Banagua. Finally, they close the show by sharing their Personal Food News and reacting to a Listener Food News call. Do you have Personal Food News? We want

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