The Junkees - Dave O'Neil and Kitty Flanagan
Nearly MediaDave O'Neil and Kitty Flanagan investigate junk food, old and new.
It's a roundabout of salt and sweet, bygone and brand new, crunchy and chewy.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 196 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FoodArts | |||
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Have you checked out The Junkees Snack Index?
Feature act - We're Back
• Green Frogs
Allens have also been bringing back things that were already available and not available.
But Green Frogs are something else.
M&M Bonanza - Thank you Malc... more
Credit to Andy Zito and hello West End Brisbane - looking good ;)
Have you checked out The Junkees Snack Index?
Feature act - Snakes
• Snakes Alive - Allens
• Snakes from Party Mix - Allens
• Rainbow Snakes - Natural Confectionary Company
•... more
The ABC has NOT said FISK is coming back.
Feature act - Maltesers against the wall
• Duos - white and milk choc
• Duos - strawberry and milk choc
Blind Test
• Weird Canadian chips that are "All Dressed" and sent in Jelly Belly jelly beans.... more
Feature act - familiar compared to new (and contrast)
• Chips - Ultimate Plain vs Avocado Oil
• Biscuits - Chocolate teddy bear biscuits and Freddo biscuit
• Chips - Cheese and Onion (Smiths, Keogh's, Simply Roasted)
• Lemon Sherbet
• Milk Bot... more
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- Excellent
One of my favourite podcasts. Always fun and entertaining.
Apple Podcasts5Katesyd2204
Australia3 months ago - Dinamatas
You guys should try Doritos Dinamatas they’ve got some interesting flavours like sour lime and chilli and lime I really like them
Apple Podcasts5Thé alphaAustralia3 months ago - Big fan
Love it. Every episode is the same but different.
Great guests too.
Apple Podcasts5DebdarlAustralia7 months ago - 👍
Just wished it came out a bit more regularly but apart from that great podcast
Apple Podcasts5(:(;/$$$$Australia10 months ago - Love this podcast! Love Kitty and Dave.
I’m so excited every time a new episode drops! It’s so fun to listen to friends talking to each other and having a great time. Makes me want to snack! 😀
Apple Podcasts5geneveiveb
United Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #178 | United States/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #123 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #181 |  Canada/Arts/Food |
Spotify | #17 | Australia/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #247 | Australia/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #2 | Australia/Arts/Food |
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Junkees
What is The Junkees about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Two comedians cage-match their enduring love of junk food with witty banter, taste tests, and playful debates about chips, chocolates, and snacks from Australia and beyond. Episodes blend entertaining storytelling, travel anecdotes, and occasional guests, all centered around tasting, rating, and riffing on branding, packaging, and product nostalgia. The format is casual, snack-forward, and comedy-driven, often featuring blind tastings, market observations, and fan interactions. A standout is the easygoing chemistry between the hosts, who blend humor with genuine enthusiasm for snacks, plus occasional guest appearances that lean into pop culture and food culture. This show likely appeals to listeners who crave food-curation banter, lighthear... more
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2. Glen Butcher
3. Mark Miller
4. Shae Donovan
5. Tamsen Page
6. Andrew Potts
7. Greg Campbell
8. John Bell
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