Best June Bug Podcasts (2025)

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Chain Fast Food Items Are Sizzlin' 27:14

2d ago27:14

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Foodies - you have come to the right podcast. Anyone else out there enjoy fast food? Do you like to try the new seasonal items and any other type of new fast food? This podcast will showcase all the interesting and new items from the largest fast food chains. This way, you won’t miss out! Today's podcast features new items at McDonald's, Panera, Bu…

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Night Pollinators 0:48

2d ago0:48

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There are a surprising number of night pollinators. This episode discusses the main moth pollinators that come out at night.By Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

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Business Wars Presents: The AOL-Time Warner Disaster 8:15

5d ago8:15

8:15

Think business is boring? What about when your streaming bill goes up, or your favorite restaurant files for bankruptcy? Do you ever wonder what’s going on behind the scenes? Business Wars gives you a front row seat to the biggest moments in business, to explain how they shape our world. In the latest season, they explore the AOL Time Warner merger…

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Season 6, Episode 16 - Harvest Coverage Reminders 37:47

8d ago37:47

37:47

Don, Kari, Shan and Greg talk about important reminders for the upcoming harvest, including spray coverage throughout the end of the season. Photo Credit: Lindsay Brown, Penn State Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy of FreeMusicArchive.org Make sure you sign up…

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Bold Colors, Flavors and Textures , 2025 19:46

20d ago19:46

19:46

Ready to hear about all the new and seasonal fast food items? If so, you've come to the right place! We have info on McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, Starbucks and more! Check out my socials to stay on top of these changes. https://chicagoelissa.podbean.com https://www.facebook.com/elissa.k.rempfer/ www.instagram.com/menuguru77 www.iheart.com/podc…

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Season 6, Episode 15 - Last One Before the Maturity Assessments Start 41:55

22d ago41:55

41:55

Kari, Don, Shan and Greg go over the important things to note for the end of July. This includes insect pressure, the last bit of disease sprays before harvest, and testing for plant nutrition. Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy of F…

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Brown patchy lawn? Listen to find out causes 27:22

23d ago27:22

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It's the time of year where the lawn may not be looking the best in Texas, often brown patchy spots can appear. This episode we break down what may be some causes of brown patchy turf and what you can do to diagnose and resolve the problem. Proper mowing practices - https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/product/mowing-recommendations-for-warmseason-turf…

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Fast Food Chains Are Winning - GO US! 20:11

25d ago20:11

20:11

The Menu Guru has worked on developing new and seasonal menu items for fast food chains, for the past 20ish years. These new items might be on the menu for just a few weeks or a few months, making it even harder to stay current on the new items. This podcast will showcase all the interesting and new items from the largest fast food chains. This way…

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Radio 1190 Takeover: CU Boulder Pre-Collegiate Development Program, July 2025 48:55

30d ago48:55

48:55

Students from the 2025 summer sports-focused cohort of the University of Colorado Boulder's Pre-Collegiate Development Program took over the Radio 1190 airwaves July 17, 2025 with their own programming! Hear student-produced content on top players, world sport, sports fashion, and women's sports.By KVCU Radio 1190

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Season 6, Episode 14 - July Timing for Sprays 40:28

1M ago40:28

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Kari, Don, Greg and Shan go over what's critical in this heat regarding pesticides, coverage, and tree nutrition. Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy of FreeMusicArchive.org Make sure you sign up to get notified of future Extension ev…

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What's Making Holes in My Lawn??? 24:03

1M ago24:03

24:03

A common question we get is, "what is making those holes in my lawn??" While you may never know, learn what could potentially being making holes in the yard. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBlesBy Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

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Local Shakedown Special Edition: Bug Radio, June 26 2025 1:01:56

2M ago1:01:56

1:01:56

CU Boulder Media Archaeology Lab visiting artist Jazmyn Crosby live in the Radio 1190 studios for a special edition of Local Shakedown!BUG RADIO explores different layered latencies with recorded bug sounds and various microphones connected to transmitters all competing for the same station.Learn more about Jazmyn at jazmyncrosby.com!…

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Where are All the Bugs? 17:05

2M ago17:05

17:05

Ever notice that certain years or times of the year insects don't seem to be around and wonder "where are all the bugs?". You aren't the only one. Hear a conversation from the hosts on how they answer that question and where all the insects have gone! Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBlesBy Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

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Radio 1190 Takeover: CU Boulder Pre-Collegiate Development Program, June 2025 43:23

2M ago43:23

43:23

Students from the 2025 summer cohort of the University of Colorado Boulder's Pre-Collegiate Development Program took over the Radio 1190 airwaves June 24, 2025 with news and public affairs programming! Hear student-produced content on immigration rights, social media and book trends, and the battle for the NBA GOAT.…

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The Future Of Food: BUGS. 17:23

2M ago17:23

17:23

Most countries eat bugs, from a whole bug to items made with bug flower. The United States is taking baby steps to grow bug acceptance and interest, mostly as an alternative flour. Bug flour adds substantial nutrients and add a slightly sweet taste. Check out my socials to stay on top of these changes. https://chicagoelissa.podbean.com www.facebook…

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Season 6, Episode 13 - Last One Before Field Day 36:15

2M ago36:15

36:15

Kari, Don, Greg and Shan discuss what to do in the current heat wave just before the FREC Field Day. Keep an eye out for fungicide resistance! Fungicide Resistance Tables: https://extension.psu.edu/spraying-by-the-numbers-fungicide-resistance-management-tables-for-tree-fruit-diseases Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan…

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The Screaming Epidemic of 1944 | Hysterical Episode 008 26:44

2M ago26:44

26:44

By Stonegrave Media

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Dunkin' Spotlight: June 2025 20:00

2M ago20:00

20:00

Welcome Fast Foodies to the Dunkin' fans out there. Now, we are going to pivot and highlight Dunkin' and sister company Baskin'. There's fun Dunkin' Spiked teas and coffees, as well as a few baked items. And with that, the rest of the podcast is Dunkin'. Slip on your slippers, and run to Dunkin' . If you want to discuss any of these items, tweet, c…

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June beetle or Junebug? 16:34

2M ago16:34

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Do you know the difference between a June beetle and a Junebug? Listen in to find out what constitutes a June beetle. Publication on white grubs (includes management) https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/product/white-grubs-in-texas-turfgrass/01t4x000004OUUZAA4 Bugs by the Yard Turf pests episodes 1 & 2 https://bugs-by-the-yard.captivate.fm/search Logo…

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Season 6, Episode 12 - Start of June Update 33:05

2M ago33:05

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Don, Kari and Greg discuss what to keep an eye out for with a hot June on the horizon. PSU FREC Field Day: https://extension.psu.edu/penn-state-fruit-research-and-extension-center-field-day Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy of FreeM…

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The Halifax Slasher 45:46

3M ago45:46

45:46

In this episode of Hysterical, I explore the eerie case of the Halifax Slasher, a wave of fear that swept through a Yorkshire town in 1938. It started with a few alarming reports of a man attacking women with a razor. As newspapers caught wind of the story, panic spread like wildfire. Vigilante groups formed, suspects were hunted, and the town spir…

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End of May: New Items Keep Cropping Up at fast foods. 21:04

3M ago21:04

21:04

This fast food focused podcast focuses on new and seasonal fast food items in the US, which may be on the menu for a certain time frame. This episode is different from previous episodes in that most of the podcast is dedicated to Zaxby's and their plethora of new items that you won't want to miss. Check out my socials to stay on top of these change…

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Season 6, Episode 11 - Rain, Rain, Rain 35:54

3M ago35:54

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Kari, Don, Greg, and Shan discuss the end of the Spring season and what to do when the weather doesn't seem to want to cooperate. Topics include the end of the thinning window, fungicide coverage, and insect life cycles. FREC Field Day: https://extension.psu.edu/penn-state-fruit-research-and-extension-center-field-day Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Mu…

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Honey by Honey Bees 29:44

3M ago29:44

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This episode covers how honey bees collect honey, why, and how a beekeeper extracts it for our pleasure! Beekeeping 101 Course - https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/product/beekeeping-101/01t4x000002ciQPAAY Beekeeping Factsheets - http://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/global-search/beekeeping?c__results_layout_state=%7B%7D Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by…

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Season 6, Episode 10 - Critical Timing 51:57

3M ago51:57

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Kari, Don, Shan and Greg meet up to discuss the large (and timely) volume of work headed down the pipe. FREC Field Day: https://extension.psu.edu/penn-state-fruit-research-and-extension-center-field-day Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Cour…

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Season 6, Episode 9 - Spring Fling '25 36:07

3M ago36:07

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Kari, Don, Greg and Shan discuss the MANY items coming down the pipeline within the next few days. FREC Field Day: https://extension.psu.edu/penn-state-fruit-research-and-extension-center-field-day Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy …

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May 2025 - Drinks, Desserts and More Dirty Drinks 20:16

3M ago20:16

20:16

This fast food focused podcast focuses on new and seasonal fast food items in the US, which may be on the menu for a certain time frame. I've been working with top fast food chains for the past 20 plus years, and the Menu Guru (Elissa) is going to showcase the interesting new items so you will never miss out on a delish item. This way, you won’t mi…

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Insects on succulents: prickly pear, agave, yucca 30:56

3M ago30:56

30:56

Wondering what that insect may be on your succulent plant? This episode will cover common ones seen in Texas. Cochineal scale episode https://bugs-by-the-yard.captivate.fm/episode/cochineal-scales Pest of cacti publication https://extensionentomology.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/09/Managing-insect-pests-of-cacti-B6215.pdf Logo by Natali…

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Season 6, Episode 8 - Windy Days, Disease Pressure and Post-Bloom Sprays 45:09

4M ago45:09

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Kari, Greg, Shan and Don discuss the wild weather that we've experienced early this season and the importance of disease, insect and blossom management. Photo Credit: E. Winzler Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy of FreeMusicArchive.org Make sure you sign up to…

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The June Bug Epidemic of 1962 28:47

4M ago28:47

28:47

In this episode of Hysterical, we explore the June Bug Epidemic of 1962, where a seemingly innocuous event turned into a widespread phenomenon of mass psychogenic illness at a textile factory in Strongsville. It all began when a worker reported a mysterious bug bite that no one could find, leading to similar reports across the factory floor. As mor…

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The Tanganyika Laughing Epidemic 51:37

4M ago51:37

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In this episode of Hysterical, we dive into the bizarre Tanganyika Laughter Epidemic of 1962, where a simple giggle in a classroom quickly escalated into an uncontrollable outbreak affecting over a thousand people across East Africa. It all started when three schoolgirls at the Mission Girls' School in Kashasha village began laughing uncontrollably…

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Flurry of New Fast Food Items Part 1 17:18

4M ago17:18

17:18

The Menu Guru (aka Elissa) has worked on developing new and seasonal menu items for fast food chains, for the past 20ish years. These new items might be on the menu for just a few weeks or a few months, making it even harder to stay current on the new items. This podcast will showcase all the interesting and new items from the largest fast food cha…

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Season 6, Episode 7 - Blooms, Blights, and Bugs 50:42

4M ago50:42

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Kari and Don and joined yet again by Shan and Greg to provide the full spectrum of updates for the early season. PS Extension Spring Orchard Meetings: https://extension.psu.edu/spring-orchard-meetings Hosts: Don Seifrit, Kari Peter Speakers: Shan Kumar, Greg Krawczyk Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Extension Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Jo…

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Texas structural termites 22:02

4M ago22:02

22:02

It's spring which means that termites are swarming. This episode covers common termites that can be associated with structures: native subterranean termites, formosan subterranean termites, and drywood termites. AgriLife Publications on termites can be found here: https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/global-search/termite?c__results_layout_state=%7B%22…

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Season 6, Episode 6 - Damage to Blossoms and Disease Pressure 35:36

4M ago35:36

35:36

Kari and Don are joined by Shan and Greg. Shan gives a phenology update from around the state, as well as highlights areas where some blossom damage occurred. Kari mentions several upcoming infection periods, and Greg highlights things to keep an eye out for as the weather looks like it will finally warm up consistently. NEWA Website: https://www.n…

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The War of the Worlds Panic of 1938 52:18

4M ago52:18

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In this episode of Hysterical, we delve into the infamous War of the Worlds broadcast panic of 1938. When Orson Welles’ radio adaptation of H.G. Wells' novel aired, listeners across the United States were thrown into a frenzy, convinced that Martians were invading. We explore how this broadcast became one of the most talked-about episodes of mass h…

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Celebrating Spring with Delightful New Menu Items, 2025 23:44

4M ago23:44

23:44

Fast food chains put out limited time offers throughout the year, and it's really easy to miss out on some tasty treats, dinner, desserts. In fact, they are so many from these chains that you might miss out on some delicious food or drinks. The chains we focused on today include: Jamba, Baskin-Robbins, Dunkin and Firehouse Subs. Check out my social…

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How to Deal With Fire Ants 33:48

4M ago33:48

33:48

Fire ants can be a real nuisance. Learn how to `best manage them in your yard.By Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

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Season 6, Episode 5 - Cold Weather Warnings 54:46

4M ago54:46

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Kari and Don are joined by Shan and Greg. Kari and Shan outline some cold weather concerns for the next 24 hours, and Greg highlights the importance of good weather data for insecticide application timing. NEWA Website: https://www.newa.cornell.edu/ Hosts: Don Seifrit, Kari Peter Speakers: Shan Kumar, Greg Krawczyk Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music…

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Season 6, Episode 4 - State Horticultural Association Job Posting 15:05

5M ago15:05

15:05

Kari has a disease update, and then she and Don are joined by Sarah Zost from the State Horticultural Association of PA. SHAP is looking for a new Executive Secretary. Job posting will be listed below when available. Since Sarah is a local fruit grower, Kari and Don do a Grower Q&A. Hosts: Don Seifrit, Kari Peter Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music C…

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Season 6, Episode 3 - Fruit Bite! Apple Scab Alert 9:08

5M ago9:08

9:08

Kari provides a lightning fast update for the upcoming infection period starting the week of March 31, 2025. Hosts: Don Seifrit, Kari Peter Photo Credit: K. Peter, PSU Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy of FreeMusicArchive.org Make sure you sign up to get notif…

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Menu Guru: Indulgent, Healthy and Humorous 19:06

5M ago19:06

19:06

Fast food chains put out limited time offers throughout the year. In fact, they are so many from these chains that you might miss out on some delicious food or drinks. The chains we focused on today include: McDonald's, Burger, Jimmy John's, Culvers, Krispy Kreme, and Mr. Charlies Check out my socials for more information on seasonal fast food, inc…

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Interview with Jonathan Consford 33:34

5M ago33:34

33:34

Meet out new IPM Specialist in El Paso, Jonathan Consford. He is tasked with pecans, cotton, and anything else that comes his way! Contact information for Jonathan https://entomology.tamu.edu/people/consford-jonathan/ Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBlesBy Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

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Season 6, Episode 2 - Very Early Season Update 10:47

5M ago10:47

10:47

Don and Kari return for a pre-season update and discuss the plan for the upcoming season of the podcast. Regular podcasts will be returning shortly! Hosts: Don Seifrit, Kari Peter Music Credit: “The Raven and the Swan” by Josh Woodward is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Courtesy of FreeMusicArchive.org Make sure you sign up …

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RADIO DOCTOR 17 MARCH 2025 4:48

5M ago4:48

4:48

The Radio Doctor returns - and discusses respiratory diseases, psoriasis and skinny jabs amongst other joys!By Manx Radio

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Centipedes and millipedes 24:15

5M ago24:15

24:15

Do you know the differences between centipedes and millipedes? While both are beneficial animals, they are beneficial in different ways. Learn how to tell these two groups apart and find out how they can help you in your garden. AgriLife publication on centipedes & millipedes https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/asset-external/centipedes-and-milliped…

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Menu Guru: Mid March 2025 19:57

5M ago19:57

19:57

Welcome fast foodies! This podcast describes new and seasonal items, specifically fast food. In addition to the new and seasonal items, it also celebrates the spring flavors and colors for drinks or desserts. Chains Covered: Burger King, Scooter's Coffee, Black Rock Coffee Bar, PJ's Coffee, Starbucks, and Chick-fil-A. Check out my socials for more …

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Insect (and other arthropods) mating 31:43

6M ago31:43

31:43

Continuing our "Bugs in love" series with information on insect mating. BBC Earth video on mantid mating https://youtu.be/Os3OBJSlpUc?si=WF4nlKLa2FgzANZ- Canadian Museum of Nature video on insect/ arthropod mating https://youtu.be/ZCbV1yMhFmw?si=hGks7w15UM0symWB Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles…

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Innovative, Colorful and Unique Fast Food Items 13:48

6M ago13:48

13:48

This podcast Menu Guru podcast highlights the fast food items at small or independent shops that are over-the-top, in terms of shape, size, color, taste, ingredients and more! Who knew eating out could be such a visual experience? Most of my podcasts focus on the new and seasonal fast food items. It''s designed to educate people all over this count…

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Donuts Continue To Captivate: Colorful, Artsy, Decadent and Seasonal 19:29

6M ago19:29

19:29

Who loves Donuts? We are pivoting from previous podcasts on new and seasonal foods and drinks at the top fast food chains. So, this entire episode highlights the donut shops across the country, and you can see some of the donuts on instagram! The Menu Guru discusses these seasonal donuts at the very small chains and independents. We found new flavo…

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