A Hot Dog Is a Sandwich

What's The Best Animal to Eat?

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole talk about the tastiest and most delicious meat in the animal kingdom! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give onlin...

Subway vs. Jersey Mike's

10 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh & Nicole take on the popular fast-food sandwich franchises, Jersey Mike's and Subway, and debate which one lands on top! This episode is s...

Our 2024 Food Predictions

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole make their predictions for food trends of 2024! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check out the video version of this podc...

The Best Things We Ate This Year

30 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole look back through the year and deliberate on the best things they ate this year! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check o...

The Worst Things We Ate This Year

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole look back through the year and deliberate on the worst things they ate this year! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check ...

What Your Coffee Order Says About You ft. MorganDrinksCoffee

13 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are joined by Morgan Eckroth (@morgandrinkscoffee) to judge your personality and lifestyle based on your coffee order! Leave us...

Sweet vs. Savory Breakfast

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole discuss the most important meal of the day and the most important question that comes along with it, which is the better breakf...

What’s the Best Discontinued Fast Food Item of All Time?

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole discuss iconic fast-food items that have been loved & lost and decide which one is the best of all time! Leave us a voicemail a...

Does the Internet Have a Food Waste Problem? ft. Jarvis Johnson

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are joined by YouTuber, Jarvis Johnson to discuss food waste generated by online content creators and their excessive over-the-...

Our 10 Best Thanksgiving Tips

15 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are going through their top 10 tips for planning successful Thanksgiving dinner for your friends and loved ones! Leave us a voi...

The Shocking Origins of Cereal

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole explore the shocking origins of a classic breakfast fare and the strange and curious history behind it. Leave us a voicemail at...

What's The Correct Way To Eat Pizza?

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole explore the proper etiquette for eating a slice of pizza! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check out the video version of...

Why Does Restaurant Food ACTUALLY Taste Better? ft. Joshua Weissman

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are joined by Joshua Weissman to discuss why restaurant food is better than what we can cook at home! Leave us a voicemail at (...

Popeyes vs. KFC ft. Keith Habersberger

18 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by Try Guy Keith Habersberger to tackle the two of the biggest fried chicken chains and find out which one reigns supreme! Leave u...

What Your Chipotle Order Says About You

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole will reveal your deep undiscovered truth by analyzing the components of your Chipotle order! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-...

Do You Eat or Drink Soup?

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole take on a much heated debate on whether soup is eaten or drank! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check out the video vers...

Pop Tarts vs. Toaster Strudel

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole discuss the better breakfast toaster pastry! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check out the video version of this podcast...

Are Sushi Restaurants Scamming You?

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole reveal the real costs of going to a sushi restaurant and what your omakase dinner is actually worth. Leave us a voicemail at (8...

What's The Best Cut Of Steak?

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are talking about the different cuts of steak and determining which is the best! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check o...

Buffalo Wild Wings vs. Wingstop

06 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are debating what restaurant establishment should be your wing of choice this upcoming football season! Leave us a voicemail at...

Aliens Are Real: What Do We Feed Them?

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole plan their epic welcoming meal for the hungry aliens who will soon be visiting planet Earth! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-...

The Problem With Ghost Kitchens

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole take a deep dive into the world of Ghost Kitchens and explain their view of the problematic virtual restaurant industry. Leave ...

Is Sriracha Overrated?

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are diving deep into the iconic rooster sauce known as Huy Fong Food's Sriracha and answering the question is the original srir...

Is A Corn Dog A Beef Wellington?

09 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole discuss the common man's wellington also known as a corndog! If hotdogs are sandwiches, are corndogs a beef wellington? Leave u...

Ramen vs. Pho ft. Courtney Miller

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are joined by Smosh's very own Courtney Miller to debate iconic which iconic ramen dish is better. Leave us a voicemail at (833...

Are Bagels Actually Better In New York?

26 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're discussing if New York ACTUALLY has the best bagels. Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check out the video version of this podcast: ...

What’s The Best Deep Fried Food? ft. Brittany Broski

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are joined by social media personality Brittany Broski to discuss what deep fried food reigns supreme! Leave us a voicemail at ...

Throwback: Is Cereal Soup?

28 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's a throwback episode! We'll be back with new episode July 17th. Have you been eating soup for breakfast without knowing it? In this episode, Josh ...

What Country Makes The Best Fried Chicken?

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are going country by country discussing what is the best fried chicken variation ever made! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-P...

Green vs. Red Salsa

14 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are answering the culinary question asked across all taquerias, green or red salsa? What is their preference and which one is a...

Are Crumbl Cookies Overrated?

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are discussing the phenomenon that is Crumbl Cookies. Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check out the video version of thi...

Is Pork Red Meat?

31 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are discussing another culinary quandary --is pork red meat? Is the USDA wrong? Are we right?! This is A Hot Dog Is A Sandwich!...

What's The Best Type of French Fry?

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are discussing every category, style, and type of french fry and picking the best! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check...

In-N-Out vs. Shake Shack

17 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole take two classic burger spots, In-N-Out from the West Coast and Shake Shack from the East Coast, and put them head-to-head! Who...

What's The Correct Way To Make Nachos?

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole break down the elements of the popular cheesy, crunchy snack nachos and if there really is a correct way to make them! Leave us...

What's the Most American Food? ft. Jamie Loftus

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Josh and Nicole are joined by comedian, podcaster, and writer, Jamie Loftus to discuss what is arguably the most American food eve...

Is Peanut Butter A Liquid?

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole take on another absurd hot topic food debate --what is peanut butter's state of matter? Liquid? Solid? Gas?? Plasma??? Leave us...

What's The Best First Date Food? ft. Emily Fleming

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are joined by Meals Of History co-host and GMM Writer Emily Fleming to discuss what is the ideal first date food? Is pizza an u...

Are All Noodles Pasta?

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole explore the difference between pasta and noodles. Are all noodles pasta and if so, are all pasta noodles? Leave us a voicemail ...

What's The Best Girl Scouts Cookie?

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are tasting and rating the elusive yet delicious cookie brand, Girl Scouts Cookies and their 12 famous flavors. Will Thin Mint ...

What's The Best Office Snack?

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Josh and Nicole are in the Mythical Entertainment office going down the list of the best workplace snacks from Skinny Pop to Kind ...

Is Fancy Salt A Scam?

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are taking on another sodium stumper --salt! Are salt companies lying to you? The Morton Salt girl might just be all you need i...

Are Food Shows Lying To You? ft. Top Chef Judge Gail Simmons

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are joined by food writer, cookbook author and permanent judge on Emmy-winning series Top Chef: Gail Simmons to discuss the ins...

Whole Foods vs. Trader Joe's

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are taking on another food establishment duel, this time in the form of popular grocer brands: Whole Foods vs. Trader Joe's. Wh...

Is MSG Actually Bad For You?

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole talk about the magical flavor dust, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) and its various uses in the Mythical Kitchen and their personal ...

Craziest True Crime Food Stories

22 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Josh and Nicole are going into some of history's most insane food related true crime stories! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check out the vid...

Should Mythical Kitchen Open A Restaurant? ft. Robert Irvine

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by Robert Irvine, chef, entrepreneur, Food Network host, and author to discuss: should we open up our own restaurant? Check out Ro...

What Your Favorite Struggle Meal Says About You

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Some of the greatest meals of all time have been invented through struggle. Today, Josh and Nicole are discussing: what does your favorite struggle me...

Why Do Cookbooks Still Exist? ft. Noah Galuten

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by Noah Galuten, a chef, author, and host of Don't Panic Pantry to discuss: why do cookbooks still exist? A signed copy of The Don...

Big Mac vs. Whopper

25 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're pinning two fast food powerhouses against each other: McDonald's Big Mac vs. Burger King's Whopper. Check out the video version of this p...

What’s the Best Hangover Food?

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are talking about the best food to deal with those tough hangovers. Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Check out the video ...

Is Cooking a Sport?

11 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're discussing: is cooking a sport? Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Thanks to Chicken of the Sea for sponsoring today's episode! To ...

Answering YOUR Questions!

14 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're responding to your voicemails! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Best Friends Back Alright! and Dispatches From Myrtle Beach are fin...

Are Michelin Stars Overrated? ft. Lily Cousins

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by fellow Mythical Kitcheneer Lily Cousins to discuss the Michelin guide. Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Best Friends Back...

What's The Best Pizza Topping?

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're talking about the best toppings to put on your pizza! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 To learn more about listener data and our ...

The One Thing You Should Never Cook For Thanksgiving

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Thanksgiving is upon us and today, Josh and Nicole are talking about the ONE THING you should NEVER cook for Thanksgiving! Leave us a voicemail at (83...

Baked vs. Stovetop Mac and Cheese

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are discussing the best way to cook mac and cheese: baked or stovetop? Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 To learn more a...

Breakfast Tacos vs. Breakfast Burritos - Live at Mythicon

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

LIVE FROM MYTHICON, Josh and Nicole talk about the big breakfast debate: breakfast tacos or breakfast burritos? Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1...

Should We Ban Forks?

02 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're discussing the biggest utensil debate of our generation: forks vs spoons. Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 To learn more about li...

Cheez-it vs. Goldfish ft. Trevor Evarts

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by Trevor Evarts from the podcast Trevor Talks Too Much and member of the Mythical Kitchen to discuss: which is better, Cheez-Its ...

Is Meal Prepping A Scam?

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're talking about meal prepping and DOOMSDAY PREPPING. But mostly DOOMSDAY PREPPING!! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 To learn more ...

Is A Burrito A Taco? ft. Memo Torres

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by Memo Torres of LA Taco to ask the question: is a burrito a taco? Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 To learn more about l...

Is A Hot Pocket A Dumpling?

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Josh and Nicole get to the bottom of the burning question in all of our hearts: is a Hot Pocket a dumpling? Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 T...

Our Craziest Buffet Horror Stories

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're looking back at our worst buffet experiences! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 To learn more about listener data and our privacy ...

Is LaCroix Overrated?

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Seltzer water has been all the craze lately, but.. is LaCroix overrated? Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 To learn more about listener data an...

What Does Barbecue Actually Mean?

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is it a barbecue or a cookout? Today, Josh and Nicole are discussing: what does barbecue actually mean? Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 To le...

Cool Ranch vs. Nacho Cheese Doritos

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Josh and Nicole are tackling one of the biggest food debates of all time: Cool Ranch vs Nacho Cheese Doritos! Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG...

What's The Best Ice Cream Flavor?

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're discussing: what's the best ice cream flavor? Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1 Pre-order We’re Still Good, our new party game tha...

What’s The Best Food City In The World? ft. Phil Rosenthal

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by Phil Rosenthal, host of Netflix's 'Somebody Feed Phil' and the podcast 'Naked Lunch' to discuss travel, food, and what it all m...

Is A Chicken Nugget A Meatball? (Live at VidCon)

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

LIVE from VidCon, we're attempting to answer one of the biggest questions of our generation: is a chicken nugget a meatball? Get your tickets now for ...

We FINALLY Decide If A Hot Dog Is A Sandwich: LIVE From Smorgasburg LA (Part 5)

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

LIVE from Smorgasburg LA, Josh and Nicole are asking THE PEOPLE the age-old question: Is A Hot Dog A Sandwich? Shop sike.la, drop in “AHDIASMADEYOUL...

Is A Hot Dog A Sandwich? ft. The Businessperson, Morgan Walsh (Part 4)

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by businessperson Morgan Walsh in part 4 of our series that attempts to answer the question on all of our minds: is a hot dog a sa...

Is A Hot Dog A Sandwich? ft The Lawyer, Alex Park (Part 3)

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by lawyer Alex Park in part 3 of our series that attempts to answer the question on all of our minds: is a hot dog a sandwich? Get...

Is A Hot Dog A Sandwich? ft. The Philosopher, Dr. Calvin Normore (Part 2)

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What differences make a difference? Why hot dogs? Who am I? Today, we're joined by philosopher Calvin Normore in part 2 of our series that attempts to...

Is A Hot Dog A Sandwich? ft. The Historian, Ken Albala (Part 1)

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by historian Ken Albala to tackle the world's BIGGEST FOOD DEBATE: is a hot dog a sandwich? Leave us a voicemail at (833) DOG-POD1...

What’s the Best Pasta Shape? (Throwback)

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we set out to do the impastable! We're asking: what's the best pasta shape? This week marks our final throwback episode and it’s one of our f...

Are Mayo and Aioli The Same? (Throwback)

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Aioli, a sophisticated sauce traditionally used with grilled poultry and fish, but could it be just common mayonnaise masquerading as some highfalutin...

Is The Ocean A Soup? ft. Hank Green (Throwback)

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by science communicator, author, Crash Course co-creator, and vlogbrother Hank Green to discuss: Is The Ocean A Soup? For these ne...

What's The Best Road Trip Snack? ft. Danny Palumbo

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by Danny Palumbo, a writer on Sporked, to discuss: what's the best road trip snack? Check out Sporked, Mythical's new website dedi...

Is Cold Brew Coffee A Scam?

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cold Brew, NFTs, Josh's uncle-- ALL SCAMS! Be sure to check out Josh tell-all on the latest episode of Trevor Talks Too Much on Apple, Spotify or wher...

What's The Best Potato Dish? ft. Mica Burton

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by actress, model, and host Mica Burton to discuss: what's the best potato dish? To learn more about listener data and our priva...

Pastrami vs. Corned Beef

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is the ultimate battle of the deli meats: pastrami vs corned beef! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://w...

Is Salt A Spice?

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Salt isn't a spice... OR IS IT?! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Lea...

Is Meatloaf Just A Long Meatball?

11 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Meatloaf and meatballs are basically the same thing.. OR ARE THEY?! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.a...

Fake Syrup Is Better Than Real Syrup ft. Jordan Myrick

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by Jordan Myrick, a staff writer at Sporked, to discuss: is imitation syrup better than real syrup? Check out Sporked, Mythical's ...

Josh & Nicole Want You To Listen To This | Special Release

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this special release, Josh and Nicole discuss Mythical Kitchen team member Trevor's new podcast, "Trevor Talks Too Much" and why they think "A Hot ...

100th Episode Spectacular!

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are infinite foods out there, but we only have a finite amount of time on earth! To celebrate 100 episodes of the podcast, here are the 100 food...

What Time Does Brunch Actually Start?

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's bottomless mimosa, avocado toast, eggs Benedict Cumberbatch season... but what time does brunch ACTUALLY start? Vote for us in the Webby Awards!...

What Does Your Favorite Movie Theater Snack Say About You?

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are many mid-movie munchies you can choose from, but does your movie theater snack selection say something about you? Vote for us in the Webby ...

Nachos Are A Salad

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There's chicken salad, egg salad, and jello salad.... so are nachos just a tortilla salad? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practic...

What's The Best Cereal? ft. Justine Sterling

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by the editor and chief of Sporked, Justine Sterling, to discuss: What's The Best Cereal? Sporked is Mythical's new website dedica...

Is Wagyu Beef A Scam?

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is Wagyu Beef a delectable delight or is it just a straight up scam? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www....

What's The Best Piece Of Chex Mix?

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're discussing a very serious topic: what's the best piece in a Chex Mix bag? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices v...

Are Air Fryers Overrated?

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did air fryers actually change the game, or are we just dumb and forgot that toaster ovens exist? To learn more about listener data and our privacy ...

What Does Your Taco Bell Order Say About You?

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're talking Taco Bell and discussing what your Taco Bell order says about you! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices ...

What's The Correct Way To Eat A Bagel?

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are plenty of ways to eat a bagel, but which is the hole in one method? Today, Josh and Nicole are discussing: what's the correct way to eat a b...

Is Culinary School A Scam?

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Some of our favorite chefs have never had the experience of catching the culinary school bus. Today, Josh and Nicole are discussing: is culinary schoo...

What’s The Sexiest Food? ft. Ned Fulmer

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by Ned Fulmer of The Try Guys to discuss: what's the sexiest food? Check out Ned's new cookbook, The Date Night Cookbook: www.date...

Matty Matheson Reveals What Chefs Eat When No One Is Looking

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're joined by Matty Matheson, an internationally known chef, host, and author to discuss: What Do Chefs Eat When No One is Looking? Check ou...

Cheetos Puffs vs. Original

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cheeto dust lives on your fingers forever, but which lives in your mind forever: puffs or crunchy? To learn more about listener data and our privacy...