The Jungle Jim's Podcast

This week, we're joined by Mark Dirksing of Unrestricted Flavor and Justin Dean of Carriage House Farm and Lost Bridge Beverage company to talk about their upcoming event in support of those with intense food allergies and FODMAP intolerance. Mark tells his heartwrenching story of the difficulties he's faced since developing some of his food intolerances, how it's caused problems in so many spaces of his life, and his struggles to overcome this. Stay tuned, as we'll update the info here when they launch their official event date. In the meantime, follow along with Mark and Justin here: YouTube https://youtube.com/@unrestrictedflavor?si=-25i2DUfAoT2Tfsc Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/618825987420680/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT LBBC https://lostbridgebeverage.com/ Also, don't forget to try these delicious limited edition chips from Cape Cod, Malt Vinegar flavor. Incredible.

Lets talk some new snacks, these Mochi Snacks in the tamari teriyaki flavor were great, talked about Responsibly Rain water, these 25 cent chocolate banana cakes in International, then we're dropped in by the guys from High 9ine!! High 9ine is a delta-9 THC canned beverage, crafted for your wellness using coconut water, real juice, organic vitamins, and some even include caffeine! Then Maggie from Rollhouse right here in Fairfield, and Aubry Woods of the Jovante Woods Foundation come into to talk to us about their upcoming fundraiser. If you're unfamiliar, The Jovante Woods Foundation's goal is to try and prevent the tragic loss of a loved one due to an Asthma attack or the lack of education during an Asthma attack. You can learn more about the organization and their events by visiting www.jovantewoodsfoundation.org - and don't forget to check out TheRollhouse.com to learn more about what they've got going on too!

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!

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!

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 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!!

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!