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The Ha Ha Time with Flula Borg Sep 05, 2019

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YouTube superstar and hilarious entity Flula Borg (PITCH PERFECT 2, WORKAHOLICS) joins Matt & Michelle this week for a wild conversation covering Bavarian cuisine to biscuit obsessions and even some self-care tips.

Also, get the latest from TK about Taco Bell fashions, killer algae and radioactive vodka.

Graham Elwood: Hipsters Love Area 51 Aug 29, 2019

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The Political Vigilante, comedian Graham Elwood, kicks it with Matt and Michelle for a sprawling discussion about progressive politics, pizza bribes and the dawn of the cyborgs.

Also, our hosts are here this week to get you hip to Jimmy Johns buffoonery, why you should know Alice Waters and how Tyson Chicken is screwing up again.

Alice Wetterlund and the Alien Resurgence Aug 22, 2019

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Comedian and actress Alice Wetterlund (RESIDENT ALIEN) joins the podcast this week to discuss weird hotels, toxic masculinity and the anthropomorphization of country music singers into trucks. Check out Alice's comedy special MY MAMA IS HUMAN AND SO AM I on Amazon Prime Video.

Also, Matt and Michelle celebrate Hawaii, tell you not to drink bleach and report on a giant weed / jalapeño bust.

Mike Glazer & Mary Jane Gibson Have Strong Milk Opinions Aug 15, 2019

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Hosts of the WEED + GRUB podcast — Mike Glazer and Mary Jane Gibson — kick it with Matt and Michelle this week about Levar Burton, elderly sex, bad trips and fear-based pizza marketing.

Also, our mighty hosts shout out the great Julia Child, get you up hip to the state of salmon cannons and a man who created the most ancient loaf of bread ever.

Kelly LeVeque and the Fab Four Aug 08, 2019

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Holistic nutritionist and wellness expert Kelly LeVeque joins Matt and Michelle this week to explain her Fab Four philosophy, why she considers paleo and the like "tools," not diets and how you can have a better relationship with food overall. Check out Kelly's BODY LOVE book series for more tips.

Also, Matt and Michelle put over Tim Horton's, warn against rubber in your Polish sausage and debunk the myth of Henry David Thoreau's WALDEN.

Dan Ahdoot Is A Hoot Aug 01, 2019

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Comedian, amateur chef and restaurateur Dan Ahdoot joins the show to talk all about his love for food, why comedy and food work harmoniously, his new podcast - Green Eggs and Dan - debuting August 7th, and we predict some new food trends.

PLUS, Matt & Michelle discuss the gangster gardener's community block party in Los Angeles, the history of shredded wheat, the Gilroy Garlic Festival, and the huge rise in avocado prices... and there's a new guacamole imposter hitting the streets.

Diallo Riddle & Bashir Salahuddin: 7-11 ThunderDome Jul 25, 2019

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The hilariously creative minds behind Comedy Central's new show SOUTH SIDE and SHERMAN'S SHOWCASE on IFC - Diallo Riddle and Bashir Salahuddin - join the podcast this week to talk about acapella cults, how 80s movies put kids in danger and why you can't beat the Internet.

Also, Matt & Michelle are your source for penis pills gone bad, why meatless protein sales are rising and what's going on with Florida citrus.

Amanda Montell: #BeMeaner Jul 18, 2019

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Amanda Montell is a linguist and author of the book WORDSLUT: A FEMINIST GUIDE TO TAKING BACK THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE. Join Amanda as she stops by the show to talk about why people love rules, gender neutral insults and why teenage girls have it all figured out.

Also, Matt & Michelle get you up to date on method-out animals, why Dunkin Donuts is out of its mind and the impending arrival of fast food technology that you're probably not going to like.

Ali Tila: Down With Grapefruit Jul 11, 2019

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A friend of the show, pastry wizard Ali Tila co-authored 101 EPIC DISHES: RECIPES THAT TEACH YOU HOW TO MAKE THE CLASSICS EVEN MORE DELICIOUS with her husband, former guest Chef Jet Tila. Join us today for Ali's tips for home pastry cooks, her meaty cookie preference and a few food hang-ups.

Also, Matt & Michelle beat up on the celery juice cleanse fad, celebrate the time someone decided to slice bread and get you updated on some food bacteria news that you should be aware of.

Chef Tim Hollingsworth: Final Table DOMINANCE Jul 04, 2019

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Chef Tim Hollingsworth is a decorated restauranteur and winner of Netflix's FINAL TABLE and did all with no formal culinary training. Hear about his story as well as tips for home cooks and crafting meals with his children.

Also, Matt & Michelle got you covered on the recent sriracha drama as well as Subway spinning shakes and Uber Eats not keeping it straight.