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Is A Chicken Nugget A Meatball? (Live at VidCon)
August 17, 2022
- 1:00:42
LIVE from VidCon, we're attempting to answer one of the biggest questions of our generation: is a chicken nugget a meatball?Get your...
We FINALLY Decide If A Hot Dog Is A Sandwich: LIVE From Smorgasburg LA (Part 5)
August 10, 2022
- 1:24:10
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...
Is A Hot Dog A Sandwich? ft. The Businessperson, Morgan Walsh (Part 4)
August 3, 2022
- 1:01:16
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...
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Mythical Chefs Josh Scherer and Nicole Enayati discuss, debate, and dissect the web’s most hilariously controversial culinary quandaries.
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Is A Chicken Nugget A Meatball? (Live at VidCon)
August 17, 2022
- 1:00:42
LIVE from VidCon, we're attempting to answer one of the biggest questions of our generation: is a chicken nugget a meatball?Get your...
We FINALLY Decide If A Hot Dog Is A Sandwich: LIVE From Smorgasburg LA (Part 5)
August 10, 2022
- 1:24:10
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...
Is A Hot Dog A Sandwich? ft. The Businessperson, Morgan Walsh (Part 4)
August 3, 2022
- 1:01:16
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...
Is A Hot Dog A Sandwich? ft The Lawyer, Alex Park (Part 3)
July 27, 2022
- 1:00:04
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...
Is A Hot Dog A Sandwich? ft. The Philosopher, Dr. Calvin Normore (Part 2)
July 20, 2022
- 58:59
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...
Is A Hot Dog A Sandwich? ft. The Historian, Ken Albala (Part 1)
July 13, 2022
- 58:24
Today, we're joined by historian Ken Albala to tackle the world's BIGGEST FOOD DEBATE: is a hot dog a sandwich?
What’s the Best Pasta Shape? (Throwback)
July 6, 2022
- 51:35
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...
Are Mayo and Aioli The Same? (Throwback)
June 29, 2022
- 40:25
Aioli, a sophisticated sauce traditionally used with grilled poultry and fish, but could it be just common mayonnaise masquerading as...
Is The Ocean A Soup? ft. Hank Green (Throwback)
June 22, 2022
- 45:32
Today, we're joined by science communicator, author, Crash Course co-creator, and vlogbrother Hank Green to discuss: Is The Ocean A...
What's The Best Road Trip Snack? ft. Danny Palumbo
June 15, 2022
- 42:54
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...
Is Cold Brew Coffee A Scam?
June 8, 2022
- 46:55
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,...
What's The Best Potato Dish? ft. Mica Burton
June 1, 2022
- 50:49
Today, we're joined by actress, model, and host Mica Burton to discuss: what's the best potato dish?
Pastrami vs. Corned Beef
May 25, 2022
- 36:57
This is the ultimate battle of the deli meats: pastrami vs corned beef!
Is Meatloaf Just A Long Meatball?
May 11, 2022
- 43:47
Meatloaf and meatballs are basically the same thing.. OR ARE THEY?!
Fake Syrup Is Better Than Real Syrup ft. Jordan Myrick
May 4, 2022
- 42:57
Today, we're joined by Jordan Myrick, a staff writer at Sporked, to discuss: is imitation syrup better than real syrup?Check out...
Josh & Nicole Want You To Listen To This | Special Release
May 2, 2022
- 36:09
In this special release, Josh and Nicole discuss Mythical Kitchen team member Trevor's new podcast, "Trevor Talks Too Much" and why they...
100th Episode Spectacular!
April 27, 2022
- 52:34
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...
What Time Does Brunch Actually Start?
April 20, 2022
- 41:18
It's bottomless mimosa, avocado toast, eggs Benedict Cumberbatch season... but what time does brunch ACTUALLY start?Vote for us in the...
What Does Your Favorite Movie Theater Snack Say About You?
April 13, 2022
- 45:45
There are many mid-movie munchies you can choose from, but does your movie theater snack selection say something about you?Vote for us...
Nachos Are A Salad
April 6, 2022
- 37:20
There's chicken salad, egg salad, and jello salad.... so are nachos just a tortilla salad?
What's The Best Cereal? ft. Justine Sterling
March 30, 2022
- 45:40
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...
Is Wagyu Beef A Scam?
March 23, 2022
- 41:05
Is Wagyu Beef a delectable delight or is it just a straight up scam?
What's The Best Piece Of Chex Mix?
March 16, 2022
- 42:43
Today, we're discussing a very serious topic: what's the best piece in a Chex Mix bag?
Are Air Fryers Overrated?
March 9, 2022
- 43:42
Did air fryers actually change the game, or are we just dumb and forgot that toaster ovens exist?
What Does Your Taco Bell Order Say About You?
March 2, 2022
- 43:10
Today, we're talking Taco Bell and discussing what your Taco Bell order says about you!
What's The Correct Way To Eat A Bagel?
February 23, 2022
- 44:49
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...
Is Culinary School A Scam?
February 16, 2022
- 42:07
Some of our favorite chefs have never had the experience of catching the culinary school bus. Today, Josh and Nicole are discussing: is...
What’s The Sexiest Food? ft. Ned Fulmer
February 9, 2022
- 45:36
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...
Matty Matheson Reveals What Chefs Eat When No One Is Looking
February 2, 2022
- 43:09
Today, we're joined by Matty Matheson, an internationally known chef, host, and author to discuss: What Do Chefs Eat When No One is...
Cheetos Puffs vs. Original
January 26, 2022
- 45:57
Cheeto dust lives on your fingers forever, but which lives in your mind forever: puffs or crunchy?
Is TikTok Ruining Food?
January 19, 2022
- 45:38
TikTok has influenced the world in many ways, but when it comes to food, has TikTok gone too far?
Do New Years Resolution Diets Actually Work? w/ Casey Johnston
January 5, 2022
- 44:23
Today, we are joined by Casey Jonhston, an editor, lifter, and writer of the column 'Ask A Swole Woman' and weekly newsletter 'She's A...
Is Nashville Hot Chicken Overrated?
December 15, 2021
- 45:04
Today, we ask the question: is hot chicken overrated?
Canadian vs. American Food ft. Renee Paquette
December 8, 2021
- 45:42
Today, we're joined by Renee Paquette, Ontario native, host of Oral Sessions With Renee Paquette, and author of the cookbook 'Messy In...
What's The Best Hanukkah Food?
December 1, 2021
- 41:33
Today, we're giving Hanukkah food the attention it deserves.
McMuffin vs. McGriddles
November 24, 2021
- 44:11
Today, we're taking on two breakfast juggernauts from THE breakfast juggernaut of ALL BREAKFAST JUGGERNAUTS!!
What Does Your Favorite Cocktail Say About You? ft. Greg Titian
November 17, 2021
- 46:37
Today, we're joined by Greg Titian, host of the YouTube show How To Drink, to talk about what your favorite cocktail says about you!
Why Is The McRib Seasonal?
November 10, 2021
- 45:25
It's the most wonderful time of the year: it's McRib season, baby!
What’s The Best PB&J Combo?
November 3, 2021
- 45:18
Today, we're talking about the best PB & J combos!
Is Love Really An Ingredient?
October 27, 2021
- 42:04
The secret ingredient to this podcast is love, which begs the question: Is Love Really An Ingredient?
Is Pizza An Open-Faced Sandwich? ft. Dennis Lee
October 20, 2021
- 46:41
Today, we're joined by Dennis Lee, former pizza maker based in Chicago, staff writer at The Takeout, and writer of the hilarious...
Domino's vs. Pizza Hut
October 13, 2021
- 43:16
Which pizza chain reigns supreme, Domino's or Pizza Hut?
No, A Hot Dog Is Not A Taco
October 6, 2021
- 43:06
If people want to say a hot dog isn't a sandwich, that's fine, but if people say that a hot dog is a taco, we will fight you!! (with our...
What The Heck Is Paprika?
September 29, 2021
- 40:19
Today, Josh and Nicole are discussing: what the heck is paprika??
Do Expiration Dates Really Matter?
September 22, 2021
- 42:51
Expires on, best by, use by, best before-- are these food labels really helping, or are they just there to scare us?
Tenders vs. Nuggets
September 15, 2021
- 42:29
Not all crispy fried chicken bits were created equal, but which one comes out on top?
What Flavor Is Dr. Pepper?
September 8, 2021
- 42:05
Today, we uncover the truth about Dr. Pepper.
Fried Rice vs. Chow Mein
September 1, 2021
- 44:12
When it comes to fried rice and chow mein, which is the more satisfying side?
Is Wine A Scam? ft. Jon Scherer
August 25, 2021
- 44:29
Today, we're joined by Jon Scherer, certified wine expert (and Josh's older brother), to discuss: is wine a scam?
Why Do Picky Eaters Exist? ft. Link Neal
August 18, 2021
- 44:44
Today, we're joined by the king of preferential eating himself, Link Neal of Good Mythical Morning, to discuss: why do picky eaters exist?
What's The Best Regional BBQ Style? ft. Rhett McLaughlin
August 11, 2021
- 44:12
Today, we're joined by Rhett McLaughlin of Good Mythical Morning to discuss: what's the best regional BBQ style ?
Do Bay Leaves Do Anything?
August 4, 2021
- 42:55
Does it really matter that you don't have bay leaves because... do bay leaves even do anything??
What's The Best Fast Food Burger? ft. Daym Drops
June 30, 2021
- 50:12
Today, we're joined by Daym Drops, an American food critic, YouTube celebrity, and host of the Netflix show Fresh, Fried, and Crispy to...
What's The Best Hot Sauce?
June 23, 2021
- 45:48
Today, we're getting lost in the sauce. Hot sauce, that is.
What's The Best Sandwich? ft. Jeff Mauro
June 9, 2021
- 43:22
Today, we're joined by Jeff Mauro, the author of his recently published cookbook, Come On Over, and the co-host of the Food Network...
Is Ketchup A Smoothie?
June 2, 2021
- 39:09
Today, Josh and Nicole are answering the real questions: is ketchup a smoothie?
Wtf Is Australian Food, Mate? ft. Curtis Stone
May 26, 2021
- 46:28
Today, we're joined by Curtis Stone, an Australian chef, author, and the host of Fox's Crime Scene Kitchen to discuss: What Is Australian Food?
Can You Tell The Difference Between Coke and Pepsi?
May 19, 2021
- 44:47
Today, Josh and Nicole are doing a blind taste test to find out: can you really tell the difference between Coke and Pepsi?
Is The Ocean A Soup? ft. Hank Green
May 12, 2021
- 44:12
Today, we're joined by science communicator, author, Crash Course co-creator, and vlogbrother Hank Green to discuss: Is The Ocean A Soup?
What's The Best Way To Cook An Egg?
May 5, 2021
- 40:01
We usually try to look on the sunny side of things, but a debate like this-- we don't get over-easily. Today, we're discussing: what's...
Flour vs Corn Tortillas ft. Gabriel Iglesias
April 28, 2021
- 46:49
Today, we're joined by Gabriel Iglesias to discuss: which is better, flour or corn tortillas?
What's The Best Food Movie? ft. Binging With Babish
April 21, 2021
- 44:06
Today, we're joined by Andrew Rea of the Babish Culinary Universe to discuss: what's the best food movie?
Is Popeyes' Chicken Sandwich Overrated?
April 14, 2021
- 47:18
Today, Josh and Nicole are asking the real question: is the Popeyes chicken sandwich overrated?
Are Muffins Just Unfrosted Cupcakes?
April 7, 2021
- 41:38
Today, we're asking the question that's been on everyone's mind: Are Muffins Just Unfrosted Cupcakes?
What's The Most Useless Cooking Tool?
March 31, 2021
- 38:26
It's time to rethink all your kitchen appliances because today we explore: What's The Most Useless Cooking Tool?
Tacos vs. Burritos
March 24, 2021
- 42:60
Taco: a really good food involving a tortilla. Burrito... also a really good food involving a tortilla. But which one reigns supreme?
Is Chipotle Overrated?
March 17, 2021
- 41:13
Although there's a huge variety of Mexican restaurants in the United States, Chipotle is ranked as the US consumer favorite-- but is...
Is Cheesecake Really Pie? ft. Max Miller
March 10, 2021
- 40:57
Today, we're joined by Max Miller of Tasting History to ask the question: Is Cheesecake Really Pie?
Pizza Rolls vs. Bagel Bites
March 3, 2021
- 40:30
History's most intense rivalries seem tame compared to the hottest question we've ever asked: Pizza Rolls or Bagel Bites?
What’s Up With White Claw?
February 24, 2021
- 40:20
Ain't no laws when you're drinkin Claws... but what about tax laws?
The Greatest Food Invention Of All Time ft. Adam Richman
February 17, 2021
- 44:05
Today, we're joined by TV personality, culinary traveler, cook, and author, Adam Richman to discuss: what is the greatest food invention...
Ranch vs. Blue Cheese
February 10, 2021
- 40:39
Today, we discuss which is better: Ranch or Blue Cheese
Is In-N-Out Overrated?
February 3, 2021
- 40:44
Are the burgers and fries worth the hype, or is In-N-Out kinda overrated?
Do You Pour The Milk Or The Cereal First?
January 27, 2021
- 44:32
Today, Josh and Nicole answer a very controversial question: Do You Pour The Milk Or The Cereal First?
Is Deep Dish Pizza Actually A Casserole?
January 20, 2021
- 42:09
Whether you love it or hate it, we have to answer the question-- is Deep Dish Pizza even a pizza at all, or is it.... a casserole?
Crunchy vs. Smooth Peanut Butter
January 13, 2021
- 36:01
It's peanut butter podcast time and you're not gonna want to Skippy this one. This crunchy vs smooth face off is about to be nuts....
Does Food Really Bring People Together? ft. Khushbu Shah
December 23, 2020
- 46:20
Today, we're joined by Khushbu Shah, the restaurant editor of Food and Wine magazine, to discuss: does food really bring people together?
What's The Best Holiday Food?
December 16, 2020
- 46:17
Today, we're wracking our eggnoggins to figure out the best holiday food.
Is Bacon Overrated?
December 9, 2020
- 45:25
Bacon has made its way onto every section of the menu and bacon buffs are zealous in proclaiming that it makes everything better-- but...
Soup Does Not Exist
December 2, 2020
- 44:19
What if we told you that soup.. doesn't exist?
Does Thanksgiving Turkey Kinda Suck?
November 25, 2020
- 44:19
Are we kidding ourselves when we try to make turkeys tasty, or is there really something to this Thanksgiving tradition? Today, we're...
What's The Best Pasta Shape?
November 18, 2020
- 49:44
Today, we set out to do the impastable! We're asking: what's the best pasta shape?
Is Chili A Soup?
November 11, 2020
- 38:29
The world loves spicy, greasy chili, but who cares about love when you can debate-- is chili soup?
What's The Best Dipping Sauce Of All Time?
November 4, 2020
- 44:36
We're here to declare the definitive dunkable dressings for all our favorite foods. Today, we're asking: what is the best dipping sauce?
Is Chocolate Technically Candy?
October 28, 2020
- 41:18
Everyone loves chocolate, but there's one question burnin' up our brains-- is chocolate candy?
What’s the Best Pizza Style? ft. Amanda Hesser
October 21, 2020
- 40:34
Pizza is enjoyed as a comfort food around the world, but are all the unique combinations of cheesy baked dough created equal? Today,...
Has Fusion Food Gone Too Far?
October 14, 2020
- 43:55
Does the rise of Instagram sensations like the sushi burrito, the waffle taco, and the kimchi pizza burger epic sundae supreme mean the...
Which Generation is the Best at Cooking?
October 7, 2020
- 39:46
Cooking techniques get passed down from generation to generation, but with new technology and innovations, does that wisdom become...
The Great Chicken Wing Debate: Drums vs. Flats
September 30, 2020
- 40:46
It's the battle of the chicken wing. Today we ask the question: which is better, drums or flats?
Is Kit-Kat Technically a Lasagna?
September 23, 2020
- 42:47
The Kit-Kat, saucy chocolate layered between crispy wafers. Could this sweet snack have a cheesy Italian cousin? Today we ask the...
Canned Soda vs. Fountain Soda
September 16, 2020
- 45:04
What's truly the best way to enjoy an ice cold cola?
Is Chocolate Chip Objectively the Best Cookie?
September 9, 2020
- 41:30
A perfect blend of flour, eggs, and sugar peppered with molten morsels of chocolatey goodness--- BUT, are chocolate chip cookies the...
When Does A Grilled Cheese Become A Melt?
September 2, 2020
- 42:36
The grilled cheese can be many things, but where's the line when it ceases to be that simple classic and become something more?
French Fries vs. Onion Rings
August 26, 2020
- 42:30
It's the fight of the finger foods. In this side dish skirmish, we're finding out once and for all which is better, french fries or onion rings?
Are Cheetos Chips?
August 19, 2020
- 42:39
Does the cheese that goes crunch belong in the same club as its snack aisle counterparts? Today we ask the question, are Cheetos chips?
Are Tomatoes a Fruit or Vegetable?
August 12, 2020
- 42:45
Developed from the ovary in the base of a flower containing the seeds of the plant. Must we adhere to this outdated and close-minded...
Which Was Eaten First, Chicken Or Eggs?
August 5, 2020
- 37:15
We may never know which came first, but we can all agree that both are delicious. Therefore, the real question we should be asking is:...
The Human Hot Dog Paradox
July 29, 2020
- 35:17
If you are what you eat, do you EAT what you ARE?
The Truth About Designer Fruit
July 22, 2020
- 42:34
Cuties, Cosmic Crisp Apples, Cotton Candy Grapes. Are these brand name fruits really worth the extra money or is it just clever marketing?
Does Ketchup Belong On Hamburgers?
July 15, 2020
- 40:01
There are many ways to top America's favorite sandwich, but today, we tackle the question... Does ketchup belong on hamburgers?
The Greatest Fast Food of All Time (with Bill Oakley)
July 8, 2020
- 43:33
Today we're joined by Bill Oakley to discuss the greatest fast food items ever.Check out Bill on Instagram -...
Pancakes vs. Waffles
July 1, 2020
- 38:22
Today, we figure out once and for all which is better, pancakes or waffles?
The Lasagna Paradox
June 24, 2020
- 40:31
At what point does one lasagna become two lasagnae?
What Makes A Perfect Burrito?
June 17, 2020
- 40:58
A flour tortilla wrapped cylindrically around a myriad of different ingredients, a burrito is so much more than the sum of its parts....
Are Mayo and Aioli The Same?
June 10, 2020
- 38:58
Aioli, a sophisticated sauce traditionally used with grilled poultry and fish, but could it be just common mayonnaise masquerading as...
Are Pop-Tarts Ravioli?
June 3, 2020
- 38:35
Pop-Tarts, a beloved breakfast treat. Ravioli, a savory stuffing wrapped in pasta dough. Like Bruce Wayne and Batman, could these...
Is Medium Rare The Only Way To Cook Steak?
May 27, 2020
- 37:34
Medium rare, a moist, rosy bovine institution, or a closed-minded example of beef brain washing?
Are Cilantro Haters Faking It?
May 20, 2020
- 40:39
Cilantro aversion: a genetically predetermined distaste, or a scientific hoax purported by unsophisticated palates? Today, Josh and...
Is American Cheese Really Cheese?
May 13, 2020
- 38:25
Is American cheese a worthy representative of these United States on your charcuterie board, or a chemically derived imposter? Today,...
Is Instagram Ruining Food?
May 6, 2020
- 35:49
Instagram, a feast for your eyes or an unwelcome interruption to your Sunday brunch? Today, Josh and Nicole are debating whether or not...
Is Cereal Soup?
March 18, 2020
- 39:49
Have you been eating soup for breakfast without knowing it? In this episode, Josh and Nicole are debating whether or not cereal is soup.
Are Boneless Wings Really Wings?
March 11, 2020
- 39:37
In this episode, Josh and Nicole are defining what it means to be a wing and debating whether boneless wings are really wings or just...
Does Pineapple Belong on Pizza?
March 4, 2020
- 39:32
In our premiere episode, Josh and Nicole get to the bottom of what exactly defines a pizza, and if pineapple is an acceptable topping.
A Hot Dog Is a Sandwich Trailer
February 27, 2020
- 01:03
Join Mythical Chefs Josh Scherer and Nicole Hendizadeh each week as they discuss, debate, and dissect the web’s most hilariously...