Jersey's Best Podcast

By nj.com

New Jersey is America’s greatest state — so why wouldn’t it have the best podcast? Join NJ.com culture reporter Jeremy Schneider for Jersey's Best Podcast, a weekly dive into everything... more

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July 15, 2026 Bennies Go Home! The Ultimate Jersey Shore Beach Etiquette Guide.
It's the most wonderful time of the year in New Jersey — beach season. But as great as going down the Shore is, some people don't know how to act on the beach! That's where Jersey's Beach Podcast comes in with our ultimate Jersey Shore beach etiquette guide! Host Jeremy Schneider is joined by Jersey City comedian Nick Fierro, a man who proudly once wore combat boots to the beach, to talk about the do's and don'ts of beach behavior. From parking and planning to smoking and sand-removal, Jeremy and Nick cover it all. Then, Nick is run through the Garden State Gauntlet, beach behavior edition!
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45min
July 08, 2026 Ode to the Jersey Tomato, the Garden State's Secret Weapon (RE-RUN)
Tomato season is in full effect, New Jersey! And to celebrate, we decided it was time to re-run our episode from last summer — the tomato episode with Jersey Shore chef Laura Brahn!
You say tomato, we say podcast! It is officially peak tomato season in the Garden State, and there is no better time to enjoy the delicious red vegetable — one that has a distinct connection to New Jersey. Not a tomato fan? Have no fear. Jeremy is joined by tomato expert Laura Brahn, owner of Cardinal Provisions in Asbury Park and Mabel in Holmdel, for the ultimate guide to enjoying New Jersey’s top crop. Listen as Jeremy and Laura break down how New Jersey popularized the tomato, invented the most popular tomato in the world, the joys of Tomato Girl Summer, the characteristics of a good tomato, the dirty little secret about tomato sandwiches and how heirloom tomatoes represent New Jersey immigrants. Then, Laura flips the script on Jeremy and administers a blind tomato taste test!
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43min
July 01, 2026 The New Jersey Burger Episode — with Burger Buff!
New Jersey is a burger paradise, and we're hungry! From iconic 90-year-old diners serving tiny onion-laden sliders to pubs and bars grilling up thick tavern-style burgers and everything in between (yes, I’m looking at you, smashburger spots) New Jersey’s burger scene runs the gamut. Host Jeremy Schneider is joined by burger expert Nick Lepore aka Burger Buff to break down what makes New Jersey's burger scene impressive, how it stacks up nationally, the best types of burgers and burger spots across the Garden State. Then Jeremy and Nick build there New Jersey burger Mount Rushmores before going through the Garden State Gauntlet — burger edition.
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59min
June 24, 2026 The True New Jersey Story of Karl-Anthony Towns
The New York Knicks are the 2026 NBA Champions. And two of their most important players were born right here in New Jersey. Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns! Host Jeremy Schneider is joined by Asbury Park Press college basketball writer and news columnist Jerry Carino to break down how it was clear all the way back in middle school that KAT was going to be a star, how Towns took his game to the next level in the playoffs, Karl-Anthony Towns the person and if he makes the all-time all-New Jersey basketball starting five. Then Jerry is run through the Garden State Gauntlet, New Jersey basketball edition!
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52min
June 17, 2026 Is the World Cup Really Going to Be a Disaster for N.J.? An Investigation.
The World Cup has come to New Jersey, and we're excited — but also kind of terrified. MetLife Stadium (renamed New York New Jersey Stadium for the event) is playing host to the biggest sporting event in the world. Is New Jersey ready for thousands of tourists to descend on what is already the most densely populated state in the country? Host Jeremy Schneider is joined by NJ.com reporter Sean Sullivan to break down the politics behind a World Cup bid, if New Jersey Transit is prepared for the onslaught of riders, if you can walk to the games and if New Jersey is actually going to make any money off of this. Then Sean goes through the Garden State Gauntlet, World Cup edition.
Editor's note: This podcast was recorded before the first World Cup game at the Meadowlands, which featured massive post-game delays.
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41min
June 10, 2026 N.J. Families are Getting Played by Rich Dorks Ruining Youth Sports
School is almost out for summer but that doesn’t mean it's the offseason for kids across the Garden State. There is no offseason anymore. Many of New Jersey’s young athletes are now expected to train year-round now, playing with elite club teams and working with private trainers. All those club teams, all that travel, all those coaching sessions, all that equipment? Just like everything in 2026, it is expensive. Host Jeremy Schneider is joined by NJ.com sports columnist Steve Politi, who recently reported on the rising costs of youth sports in New Jersey. Jeremy and Steve breakdown what exactly costs so much, why there's more pressure than ever for New Jersey parents to spend on their kids' athletic endeavors, and if Sen. Cory Booker's efforts will do anything to stem the rising costs.
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45min
June 03, 2026 How Did N.J.'s Jamie Ding Become a 'Jeopardy' Legend? We Asked Him!
“Jeopardy” just had a player go on an all-time heater, one of the best performances the 60-year-old program has ever seen. Jamie Ding won 31 straight games — the fifth-longest winning streak in show history! He won more than $880,000 along the way. But more importantly… Jamie is from New Jersey! Host Jeremy Schneider is joined by Jamie Ding himself to talk about how he got on Jeopardy, his record-setting strategy and how fast even a month-long run on the show can feel. Jamie also breaks down how he ended up in New Jersey, how his perception of the state has changed and why it’s better than neighboring states. Then Jeremy and Jamie play some Jersey-themed Jeopardy before running through the Garden State Gauntlet!
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1h 2min
May 27, 2026 The Inside Story of How Troma Studios Came to N.J.
Long before Adam Sandler, Timothee Chalamet and Sydney Sweeney were filming movies all over New Jersey and long before Netflix was setting up shop in Monmouth County, the Garden State was already home base for an iconic film studio — Troma Entertainment. Troma is the longest-running independent movie studio in the world, one of the biggest names in horror and B movies. The studio is best known for the 1984 cult classic "The Toxic Avenger," which was set and filmed in New Jersey! Host Jeremy Schneider is joined by Lloyd Kaufman, the head of Troma Studios to talk about why Troma filmed so many movies in New Jersey, the inspiration for "The Toxic Avenger," Lloyd's love of New Jersey diners and more.
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32min
May 20, 2026 The Ultimate Jersey Shore Beach Day Fantasy Draft!
A trip to the Jersey Shore is basically a choose your own adventure of beautiful beach options — there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a beach bum, a foodie, a concert-lover, a pinball wizard or a dive-bar aficionado or all of the above, it’s almost impossible to have a bad time down the Shore. In fact, there are so many things to do at the Jersey Shore that it’s almost overwhelming! That’s where we come in. On this week’s episode of Jersey’s Best Podcast, host Jeremy Schneider is joined by NJ.com data reporter Katie Kausch to draft the ultimate Jersey Shore beach day! Jeremy and Katie drafted in categories including beach, breakfast restaurant, on-beach lunch, off-beach activity, dinner restaurant and more! Then Katie runs through the Garden State Gauntlet, beach day edition!
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57min
May 13, 2026 New Jersey is an Asian Dining Haven. The Ultimate Dining Guide.
Happy Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Jersey's Best Podcast loves celebrating New Jersey's diversity and culture all year long. But with May being AAPI Heritage Month, we wanted to take a closer look at New Jersey's AAPI dining scene. Host Jeremy Schneider is joined by NJ.com food and culture reporter Lauren Musni to discuss what AAPI Heritage Month means to New Jersey. Then they discuss the best towns for AAPI eats across the Garden State (with a special look at Bradley Beach) and some of New Jersey's top Chinese, Thai, Japanese, Indian, Bangladeshi and Taiwanese restaurants and more. Finally, Lauren is put through the Garden State Gauntlet, AAPI edition!
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55min

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