The Gourmet Goober

The Gourmet Goober

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The Gourmet Goober episodes

  • Take Some Ginger Ale and Lay Down

    This week, JJ & Big Daddy get personal with how COVID-19 is affecting all of us, before breaking down why Ginger Ale is magic, how Supreme Oreos caused a stir on eBay, Big Daddy's take on what you should really have in your house to survive the pandemic, and a big birthday for McDonald's Shamrock Shake. All this plus the best thing they ate this week! 

    Mentioned on the episode: 

    • Goober Gear: http://goobergear.com 
    • South Branch Tavern & Grille: https://www.southbranchchicago.com/ 
    • Queenies Supper Club: https://www.queeniessupperclub.com/
      • 1 hr 41 min
    • Smells like Chicken

      JJ & Big Daddy recap their NBA All-Star Weekend (which included an invite to a party hosted by Bishop Don Magic Juan), before discussing KFC's latest gear, McDonald's candle swag, BK's take on a UK classic, Bone Thugs-n-Harmony's new name, and the best thing we ate this week. Special shoutout to our new collaboration partner Soulphoodie.com!

      Mentioned in this episode:

      • Overstuffed Skillets & Sandwiches (Order the Deep Fried Philly): https://www.overstuffedskillets.com/
      • Eataly (Try the Casio E Pepe Ravioli): https://www.eataly.com/us_en/stores/chicago/
      • Goober Merch: Gooberswag.com 
        • 1 hr 56 min
      • All-Star Eats

        This episode, JJ and Big Daddy share their thoughts on Kobe, Gayle King, and the Masked Singer; before diving into Popeye's newest haute couture, a cherry soda throwdown, and a guide to the best places to eat during Chicago's NBA All-Star Game. Plus, they share the best thing they ate this week.


        Mentioned on the Podcast:

        • Tous Le Jours (Get the Kimchi Croquette or the Flower Sausage Pastry): www.TLJChicago.com
        • The Kenzie Chop House (Try the Pastrami Sandwich): https://www.kinziechophouse.com/lunch
        •  Find our list of All-Star Eats on our Website: http://bit.ly/AllStarGGP
        • Goober Swag! Get yours today at gooberswag.com
          • 1 hr 55 min
        • Goodbye, Mr. Peanut
          This week, Big Daddy stages an intervention over JJ's growing Love and Hip Hop addiction, before discussing Mr. Peanut, Krystal's declaring bankruptcy, New York City banning cashless restaurants (and why it matters), and the best thing we ate this week.  
          Mentioned in This Episode:
          Wow Bao Thai Bone Broth: Multiple locations. The location we mentioned is at 225 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL wowbao.com
          Chicago Chop House Filet Tip Sliders: https://chicagochophouse.com/
          Audible Free Trial: audibletrial.com/gourmetgoober
          1 hr 47 min
        • Prince Harold's Chicken

          This episode, JJ & Big Daddy talk about their holiday break, Popeye's favorite food, Impossible Pork at CES, the Masked Singer, and asks the question about who is the Danny Wood of your favorite music group. Plus, they make a pitch why Chicago should be Harry & Meghan's Summer home. Spoiler alert for the Masked Singer (35:30 to 51:00)

          Mentioned on the show:

          • The Halal Guys (multiple locations): https://thehalalguys.com/
          • Kinton Ramen (multiple locations - Canada, USA, Japan, and Korea): https://www.kintonramen.com/
          • CoCo Butter Shop: https://www.cocobuttershop.com/
          • Audible (our fab sponsor): audibletrial.com/gourmetgoober


            • 2 hr 5 min
          • Mukbang and Migos

            This week, JJ & Big Daddy talk Gabrielle Union and AGT, Mukbang, The Migo's latest food collab, and why you might want to check your Subway chicken sandwich before you eat it. 

            Mentioned in the episode:

            Emerald Loop: https://emeraldloop.com/

            Our Merch Store: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/plumgoode

            Poke-Man (Get the Ramen): https://pokemanindy.com/

            Fisherman's Island: https://www.facebook.com/FishermanIsland/


            1 hr 50 min
          • Baby Yoda's Thanksgiving

            This week, JJ and Big Daddy talk Thanksgiving, The Masked Singer, Herzog & Baby Yoda, fast food fails, and the best thing we ate this week. Spoiler alert for The Masked Singer: Talking about it from 22:49 to 42:19. 

            Mentioned in this episode: 

            Petterinos: https://www.petterinos.com/

            Simply Thalia: https://www.simplythalia.com/ 

            Fisk and Company: https://www.fiskandcochicago.com/ 

            Audible.com! Get a free download and a 30-day trial now: audibletrial.com/gourmetgoober

            Check out our new store at shop.spreadshirt.com/plumgoode.


            1 hr 54 min
          • Leave the Cheese and Back Away

            JJ and Big Daddy discuss #chickenwars part 2, music to cook by, KFC's chicken weddings, John Witherspoon, and the art of getting the cheese grater from your server.  

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            Mentioned on the Episode: 

            Cafecito (multiple locations): http://www.cafecitochicago.com/

            Bon Appetit's Music to Cook By https://www.bonappetit.com/story/favorite-cooking-songs-playlist 

            Strideline (Our new affiliate sponsor -JJ's a brand ambassador): https://www.strideline.com/ Use offer code GGOOBER and save 10 %!



            1 hr 38 min
          • Blow Pops and Kwanzaa Cake

            This week, JJ & Big Daddy talk grocery store etiquette, Halloween, the Food Network falling short, our obsession with the Masked Singer, and why Blow Pops and Tootsie Rolls are both the devil's handiwork.  All that plus the best thing we ate this week. Please note: There are spoilers for the Masked Singer. So if you don't want to know who's who-tune out from 1:16 to 1:26. 

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            The best thing we ate this week: 

            Cafe Fondue: https://www.facebook.com/Cafe-Fondue-181554231864502/ 

            Arby's Meatoberfest Sandwiches: http://arbys.com



            1 hr 39 min
          • Return of the Mac(Rib)

            JJ & Big Daddy get personal as they break down a scary life-changing incident, before talking Snoop Dogg taking over KU's Midnight Madness, the return of the McRib, and saying goodbye to a true icon. Plus, the best thing we ate this week is super-sized. 

            Mentioned in this episode:

            • Wildberry Cafe: Several locations throughout Chicago. http://www.wildberrycafe.com/
            • Gayle V's Best Ever Grilled Cheese: 108 N State St Level B1, Chicago, IL 60602 (underground in Block 37). https://www.gaylesbestever.com/
            • Epic Burger: Several locations throughout Chicago. https://epicburger.com/ 

              • Special thanks to the amazing people at Methodist Hospital Southlake in Merrillville, IN. 

              1 hr 51 min

            About The Gourmet Goober

            From the publisher's feed

            The Gourmet Goober is a fun journey through the intersection of foodie and pop culture hosted by JJ Outlaw and her hubby Big Daddy. From Baby Yoda to the Great Chicken Wars, it's the show that's a little bit gourmet and a lot ratchet.