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!

This week, i'm joined by Pet Department Manager Mike, and we're recapping so many products from the Global Pet Expo. We've got a ton of new stuff in right now from brands like Kona, Canidae, Blue Buffalo, a hilarious collaboration with KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken), Sustainably Yours, and a REALLY fun product from Kong Connects where I will be training my animals to become prized boxers. Amazing stuff. Then we're joined by friend of the show Johnny Catalano to promote the premiere of Corinthian Campbell's first feature film, "Pastime." The film is premiering on June 14th at the Air Force Museum Theatre up near Dayton, OH. You can get tickets and more info at http://www.pastimefilm.com! Changes coming to the Jungle Jim's Podcast soon - it's going to be awesome!

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!

Today we're joined by Barbie of That Dam Jam - she makes all kinds of excellent spiced jams that will absolutely rule your parties this summer. Great for gifts, great for eating, and if you don't try it soon, we'll make sure you have a chance at this year's Weekend of Fire Festival. What you may not know is how many of these brands, especially those launched during COVID, got a huge boost by working with Jungle Jim's. We here at the Jungle LOVE finding about new products, so make sure you let us know - we'd love to help you branch out!

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're prepping for the Sweets & Snacks Expo, one of the best trade shows in the world. All kinds of huge brands come out and show off their best treats for the next year or so, and we get to try them. Stay tuned to our social media to see some clips! Meanwhile, friend of the show and host of the podcast "Full Spin Club," Dave Stewart, joins us to go through some of the previous year's snacks from the expo. Cmon by the Oscar Station for some bourbon and cigars on Thursday night, then join Dave at The Commonwealth Sanctuary for his "The People Vs. Blink 182" comedy show!

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!!

A few months back, we had the pleasure of bringing in the hilarious comedian, Gianmarco Soresi. Make sure you watch our video of us shopping around the store to get all of these items. We tried international produce, chips from all over the world, unique drinks, and more while talking about Gianmarco's career in comedy, discussing the effects of crowd works in the modern entertainment landscape, and so much more. Gianmarco, I can't thank you enough for being a part of this!