We're Eating Bugs!

We're Eating Bugs!

Author: WJJI Studio January 28, 2026 Duration: 39:53

This week, we're getting a real expert's opinion as we're joined by former star of Jungle Jim's commercials, and future YouTube sensation TheAmbushBugJr to try out some of the weirdest bug candies we have in the store. Is it crazy that I loved the 3 Crickets Chocolate bars a lot? Maybe you haven't had Dirt Soda before, and TheAmbushBugJr is gonna walk you through how to taste it and enjoy it. Jungle Jim's has all the most fun and strangest items in the store and you better come in and visit next!


Step inside the sprawling, colorful aisles of one of the world's most remarkable grocery experiences without ever leaving your home. The Jungle Jim's Podcast, from WJJI Studio, is an audio companion to that wonderfully mad world, but it stretches far beyond the shelves. Each episode is a conversation that starts with a curious ingredient or a culinary tradition found within the market and then follows that thread out into the wider world. You’ll hear stories about the people who make the food, the art that decorates the packages and the walls, and the cultural practices that turn a meal into a shared memory. This podcast digs into how food shapes societies and connects places across the globe, all through the unique lens of Jungle Jim's International Market. Naturally, we’ll also peel back the curtain on the market itself, sharing some of the secrets and histories that make it such a singular destination. It’s for anyone who believes a grocery store can be a gateway to adventure and that every product has a tale to tell. Tune in for a series of explorations that are as unpredictable and rich as the market that inspires them.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 101

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Gianmarco Soresi vs. The World's Largest Grocery Store [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:08
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, chi…
The Exit Interview, Brother [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:09
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…
Desperately Seeking Sodas with SodaSeekers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:30:45
We brought in Griffin, best known as SodaSeekers, joins us this week to compare international beverages to US made ones! SodaSeekers is the largest beverage-dedicated news account on Instagram - Griffin talks all things…
The Ohio Council fights for your Mental Health [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:54
Today i'm joined by friend of the show, Billy Sutherland of Iron Road, and Billy brings along the excellent Teresa Lampl from The Ohio Council. If you're unfamiliar with The Ohio Council, The Ohio Council is a statewide…
Laughter for the Commonwealth (Sanctuary) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:20
This week, we're joined by comedian Shawn Braley from the Commonwealth Sanctuary - looking forward to our future collaborations. We're trying some international treats, like Moshi's Uji Matcha White Strawberry soda, Arct…
Products of the Past with Benjamin James Howard [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:18:09
We kick it off with a short recap on Pickle Wars (only for the YouTube viewers) and announce that we are bringing Sandwiches of History to Jungle Jim's International Market Fairfield in March, and I get to be his guest s…
The Graeter's Skyline Chili Spice Ice Cream Episode [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:34
WHOA! Ok, no words are needed for this. Two Cincinnati Titans have come together to create this incredible new treat, the Skyline Spice ice cream with oyster crackers! I absolutely loved it, which I guess is a spoiler, b…
Getting Saucy with Mullet Review [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:25:11
This week, we're hanging out with our friend Mullet Review - if you're unfamiliar with his work, he's taken the area by storm with his excellent, authentic, and funny restaurant reviews. Maybe you've seen him on our TikT…
The Velvet Ice Cream Experience [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:29
This week I sit down with the family behind Velvet Ice Cream to learn all about their product line, the ideation process, and so many other fun things. Even cooler, they came in to make some REALLY unique sundaes with me…
Snow Day Showdown [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:23
It's a week of snow days here in the greater Cincinnati area, but Jungle Jim's International Market is open for YOU! This week, Lucky and I dive into some comfort foods with a twist - can we prepare them inside of this P…