Best Neighborhood Grocery Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 77: Trader Joe's Goes Back to School with Chocolate and Mustard 24:03

37m ago24:03

24:03

When we think about back-to-school, we immediately think of chocolate and mustard. (Doesn’t everyone?) Specifically, we think of Belgian chocolate and Dijon Mustard. Just in time for back-to-school shopping – as well as classes like History, Geography, Chemistry, and Culinary Arts – this episode of Inside Trader Joe’s takes you to the source of the…

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ICYMI: What Do the Bells Mean at Trader Joe's? 4:21

1h ago4:21

4:21

Do you ever feel like you’re hearing things when you’re shopping at Trader Joe’s? You’re not alone. The bells are ringing at Trader Joe’s – nearly all the time. They act as a kind of intercom system, and they keep us attuned to what’s happening in the store. Ever wonder what they mean? Come on, ring those bells, and tune in to the latest in our ser…

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Episode 76: Growing People at Trader Joe's 22:59

28d ago22:59

22:59

When you ask folks why they shop at Trader Joe’s, they’ll usually mention the “Three Ps” – Products, Prices, and People. In this episode of Inside Trader Joe’s, we’re diving deep into the third P – People. As we continue to open more stores around the country, ensuring we have the right people in those stores is a top priority. And it doesn’t happe…

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Episode 75: Trader Joe's Store Recipe Contest Winner 17:55

2M ago17:55

17:55

Fact number one: nothing generates excitement like a contest. Fact number two: when we announced our Store Recipe Contest, we could not have predicted the level of excitement it would generate. Fact number three: the Crew Members in our stores are culinary creative in countless ways, and the recipes they submitted for this contest were exciting, in…

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ICYMI: How Do I Find Great Trader Joe's Recipes 11:55

2M ago11:55

11:55

Looking for something interesting – and easy to prepare – for dinner? An appetizer to wow a crowd? A cocktail or mocktail to satisfy even the most critical companion? Or even a creative way to use up the very last bits of peanut butter or jam? We turn to our resident recipe developer for help, and share some tips to help you find recipes that are s…

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Episode 74: A List for Summertime Shopping at Trader Joe's 28:57

3M ago28:57

28:57

Trader Joe’s is ready for summer! Our shelves, freezers, refrigerators, and bakery racks are brimming with new and returning favorites to make the season really shine. Bet you didn’t know you needed Eggs & Bacon Gummies… but you do. And your dog needs Surf’s Pup Dog Biscuits just as much. Two new ready-to-pop-on-the-grill burgers will have all your…

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ICYMI: How Does Trader Joe's Set Prices (Spoiler Alert: It's About Value) 9:17

4M ago9:17

9:17

At Trader Joe’s, we more or less obsess over value, that magical place where top quality and excellent prices meet. From Olive Oil to Almonds, and a few thousand other products in between, we do the work to ensure we’re offering the best products at the best prices, every day. So, how do we do set our prices? Tune in to the latest in our series of …

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Episode 73: Trader Joe's Air Fryer Faves 24:59

5M ago24:59

24:59

The air fryer. Depending on who you listen to, it’s either the best thing to hit kitchens since the microwave, or it’s a silly waste of space. Once you listen to this episode of Inside Trader Joe’s, we think you’ll be happy to walk into the light of the humble air fryer. We asked some Crew Members in our office to share their favorite Trader Joe’s …

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ICYMI: What's Up With Trader Joe's Mini Tote Bags 4:14

6M ago4:14

4:14

Mini Tote Bags? Those are a thing? Apparently, yes. And we knew we loved them – that’s why we decided to sell them. We absolutely did not predict how much our customers would love them. So what’s up with these adorable little tote-lets? Tune in to the latest in our series of bite-sized episodes, ITJ ICYMI, to get the scoop. Transcript (PDF)…

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Episode 72: It's Springtime for Shopping List at Trader Joe's 30:55

6M ago30:55

30:55

Ah, spring. Birds singing, trees blooming, and products arriving, at your neighborhood Trader Joe’s. In this episode of Inside Trader Joe’s, we’re getting up close and personal with some of our favorite new and returning products for spring. Chocolate Donut Holes? OMD yes. Orange Wine? We spend some time with our resident wine expert to talk about …

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Episode 71: Inside – And Outside – Trader Joe's in Providence, RI 21:55

6M ago21:55

21:55

There are things that tie every Trader Joe’s together – delicious products, terrific everyday prices, and phenomenal Crew Members to name a few. Yet every store is also different. How can they all be different? That’s easy – we’re a neighborhood grocery store, and every store is in a unique neighborhood. The Crew reflects the neighborhood, the layo…

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Episode 70: Trader Joe's 15th Annual Customer Choice Awards 25:43

7M ago25:43

25:43

The votes are in, and the time has come to reveal the winners of the 15th Annual Trader Joe’s Customer Choice Awards! (Can we stop for a moment to consider that this is the 15th Annual Customer Choice Awards? Seriously, we never saw this coming…) We’ve changed things up a bit this year, adding a couple of new categories for consideration – and that…

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Episode 69: Trader Joe's Rings in the New Year... with Bubbles! 20:13

8M ago20:13

20:13

Year’s end is a wonderful time for remembrances and reflections… it’s also an excellent time (some may say the best time) for toasting to what’s to come, for raising a glass to a hopeful future. We’ll drink to that! And we can’t think of a better drink for that toast than La Burgondie Crémant de Bourgogne, a crisp and easy-drinking sparkling wine f…

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Zitomer 37:49

9M ago37:49

37:49

Will Bryan get kicked out of his first store? Enjoy this peek behind our Patreon paywall! Enjoy all 3 seasons of Groceries, plus hours of additional bonus content with our Columbo and Dateline Recaps, Dolls and more! Visit www.patreon.com/attitudes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Episode 68: It's a Holly Jolly Trader Joe's Holiday Shopping List 27:21

9M ago27:21

27:21

When the holliest and jolliest of holiday seasons is on the agenda, Trader Joe’s should absolutely be on your list of must-visits. In this episode, we celebrate some of the best we have to offer this holiday season. Danish cookies and delightfully decorated pretzels; candles redolent of chocolate croissants and 12 Days of Beauty to make your skin a…

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A Mini: A Happy Thanksgiving Wish from Trader Joe's 6:46

10M ago6:46

6:46

In this mini episode of Inside Trader Joe’s, we spend just a few minutes with our Chairman and CEO, Bryan Palbaum, and our Vice CEO and President, Jon Basalone, to talk about the things we’re thankful for this year. Friends, family, customers, Crew Members, favorite products being in-stock… And thanks to you, as always, for listening. Transcript (P…

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Episode 67: Inside the Trader Joe's Holiday Tasting Panel 22:45

10M ago22:45

22:45

Before most of the world has even packed away its holiday decorations, Trader Joe’s is busy developing new products for the following year’s holiday season. How do we decide which products you’ll see in stores during the holidays? Our Tasting Panel is at the heart of it, and in this episode of Inside Trader Joe’s, we’re taking you inside the Holida…

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Smith's Santa Fe 37:47

10M ago37:47

37:47

This week Erin takes us to Smith's Food and Drug in Santa Fe! Enjoying Season 3? Join us on the Road to 3,000 on Patreon! Right now you can enjoy the entire back catalog of Seasons 1-3 of Groceries, plus hours of additional content including Dateline and Columbo Recaps, plus the limited series, Dolls! Once we hit our subscriber goal, we will immedi…

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Zabar's 49:24

11M ago49:24

49:24

This week Bryan takes us to New York's gourmet emporium specializing in smoked fish, caviar, coffee, cheese, kitchen goods & housewares. If you're enjoying this peek behind the paywall, join us on our Road to 3,000 Patreon subscribers! All 3 seasons of Groceries are available now, plus hours of bonus episodes of Dateline and Columbo Recaps, as well…

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ICYMI: What's Not In Trader Joe's Products 8:22

11M ago8:22

8:22

You can see what’s in a product just by looking at the ingredient listing on the package. What you might not know is that Trader Joe’s has a long list of ingredients we don’t use in our products. There are reasons we use certain things, and reasons we don’t use other things. What’s what, and more importantly, why? Tune in to the latest in our serie…

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Rancho Gordo Bean Club Update / Kaune's Neighborhood Market 34:10

11M ago34:10

34:10

Season 3, Episode 2 out from behind the paywall! This week Erin updates us on her Rancho Gordo Bean Club wait list, and gives us a tour of Kaune's Neighborhood Market in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Join us on the road to 3,000 Patreon subscribers and enjoy all of Seasons 1-3 of GROCERIES now, plus much more! A new season of GROCERIES begins once we hit o…

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Eat Smart Be Well Together: Inspiring Family Meals In Celebration of National Family Meals Month 28:31

11M ago28:31

28:31

September is National Family Meals Month, and in the latest episode of our podcast, Liz Cella Croce from The Lemon Bowl joins host Kristin St. Clair for some lively discussion about family meals, how to make them happen, and involving all parties of the family at the family table. According to the FMI Foundation, regular family meals are linked to …

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Fairway Market Upper West Side 46:25

12M ago46:25

46:25

Groceries Season 3 is coming out from behind the paywall! This week Bryan takes us to Fairway Market Upper West Side. Join us on Patreon! Once we hit 3,000 subscribers we will be starting Season 4 of GROCERIES! All our tiers will be plussed, and you can also enjoy Columbo and Dateline Recaps, Dolls! and more! Visit www.patreon.com/attitudes Learn m…

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Episode 66: A Trader Joe's Shopping List for Fall? Heck, Yes! 30:48

12M ago30:48

30:48

Are you ready to fall in love? With fabulous faves like Fall Harvest Salsa and Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese? Or maybe new, destined-to-be-faves like Mini Maple Marshmallows or Maple Fudge? (Of course, we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention some returning Maple marvels as well.) This fall-forward episode of Inside Trader Joe’s is a harbinger of the se…

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ICYMI: What the Heck is a Tasting Panel 9:02

1y ago9:02

9:02

Did you know that every product on the shelves at your neighborhood Trader Joe’s goes through a rigorous tasting process before we decide to sell it? Rigorous tasting? What the heck does that even mean, Trader Joe’s? In a nutshell, it means we don’t just offer something for sale because we can; we only offer those things that taste great and repres…

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Episode 65: Q&A with Trader Joe's CEO and President 26:25

1y ago26:25

26:25

Every Trader Joe’s has a few things in common – delicious products, excellent everyday prices, and really terrific people. In this episode of Inside Trader Joe’s, we’re talking to some of those people. We had the opportunity to chat with a group of Trader Joe’s Crew Members in Chicago, and then we sat down with our CEO and President/Vice-CEO so the…

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ICYMI: What is a Private Label, and Why Does Trader Joe's Use Private Labels 5:42

1y ago5:42

5:42

Private label? What on earth is that? A label you can’t see, a hidden tag, a marker wearing a mask? Perhaps unsurprisingly, “Private Label” is none of these things. What it IS is enormously important to what makes Trader Joe’s, well, Trader Joe’s. Listen in to the latest in our series of bite-sized episodes, ITJ ICYMI, to get the scoop. Transcript …

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All Up In Our Grill: Our Guide to Tasty and Safe Grilling 41:41

1y ago41:41

41:41

Join hosts Deanna and Kristin as they sit down with Executive Chef Adam, uncovering his inspirations and the secrets behind his amazing creations. From expert grilling tips to flavor-packed spice rubs and sauces, Adam provides his favorite flavor profiles and go-to combinations that are sure to impress family and friends! Whether you're a seasoned …

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From Sea to Table: Exploring The Benefits of Seafood 31:12

1y ago31:12

31:12

In this episode join our hosts, Deanna and Kristin, and special guest Chef Britt as they take us on a culinary adventure focused on seafood. They explore the world of healthy seafood recipes, uncovering the incredible health benefits of consuming seafood and sharing their expertise on the best ways to cook and savor these treasures from the sea. Tu…

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Episode 64: Trader Joe's Splendid Summertime Shopping List 27:08

1y ago27:08

27:08

This episode of Inside Trader Joe’s is dedicated to sandwiches and salads in the sun, snacks in the shade, frozen treats in the sand (seaside or lakefront, of course), and all manner of food fabulousness in between. In other words, we are 100% ready for summer. How ready? Oh, we’re Lemon Pesto ready. We’re Strawberry Lemonade Ice Bar ready. We’re S…

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ICYMI: Why is Trader Joe's a Bricks and Mortar Store 6:13

1+ y ago6:13

6:13

Why doesn’t Trader Joe’s have online shopping? Why don’t you deliver? The answer is, we believe the store is our brand, that what happens within the four walls of your neighborhood Trader Joe’s is a huge part of what makes Trader Joe’s special. Our business is built on people – the people who shop in our stores and the people who work in our stores…

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Episode 63: Trader Joe's Knack for Hacks 29:10

1+ y ago29:10

29:10

In this episode of Inside Trader Joe’s, we’re back at the hacks, with delicious and often unexpected ways to use Trader Joe’s products throughout the store. Pizza Dough and Biscuits on hand but not in the mood for Pizza or Biscuits? We’re here for you. We’re considering all the possible ways of using Everything But The Bagel Seasoning… what’s your …

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Fuel for the Future – All Forms Fits 35:10

1+ y ago35:10

35:10

Fuel for the Future focuses on the importance of fueling our bodies at every age and eating with the environment in mind. Our hosts, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Kristin and Deanna understand the role that proper nutrition plays in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and a healthy earth for future generations to enjoy. One of the easiest ways to …

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Episode 62: It's a Spring Shopping List from Trader Joe's 27:49

1+ y ago27:49

27:49

The vernal equinox is near, days are getting longer, and we have high hopes for higher temperatures day by day. All these things point to spring’s arrival as surely as this latest shopping list episode of Inside Trader Joe’s. There are so many fun new products to try – from Bananas! Bananas! Chocolate (that’s one product, and it’s delish) and a Chr…

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Episode 61: The Trader Joe's Club 26:51

1+ y ago26:51

26:51

On this episode of Inside Trader Joe’s, we take you to a super-secret, underground, high school club – the Trader Joe’s Club! What, your high school didn’t have one? Neither did ours… but we found out about some high schools that do, and, well, how could we resist? We really couldn’t, so we sat down with some cool kids (it’s hip to say, cool, right…

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Episode 60: Trader Joe's 14th Annual Customer Choice Awards 25:22

1+ y ago25:22

25:22

We’ve tallied the votes (all 18,000+ of them!), and the winners of the 14th Annual Trader Joe’s Customer Choice Awards have been decided. When it comes to sweets and desserts, what takes the cake? What’s the favorite for folks feeling snacky? And what do you love most overall when you walk our aisles? On this episode of Inside Trader Joe’s, we’re a…

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ICYMI: Why Doesn't Trader Joe's Have a Loyalty Program 4:20

1+ y ago4:20

4:20

We get this question all the time, and it’s a good one. The truth is, once you start to think about “loyalty programs,” you quickly realize there’s nothing in them to promote loyalty. They’re just ever-so-slightly-disguised ways to collect data about your purchases. We look at loyalty with a significantly different lens. Tune in to the latest in ou…

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Episode 59: Looking Forward, Looking Back, with Trader Joe's 20:14

1+ y ago20:14

20:14

Phew! What a year! The end of one year, the start of another… there’s a reason folks get reflective at this time of year. Trader Joe’s is no different, as it turns out. In this episode of Inside Trader Joe’s, we’re looking back at the year that was, and forward, to the year ahead. Stores have opened, Crew Members have been hired – and promoted! – a…

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Constraints: How they impact us and how we can use them to succeed. 33:12

1+ y ago33:12

33:12

Just imagine - what if you didn't have the constraints that you think you do. Like... What if you're wrong? On the other hand, what if you imposed constraints on purpose to see what would happen? These are the things I think about on the treadmill. Microbusiness owners face an incredible number of limitations, hurdles, and constraints. Some exist b…

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Episode 58: It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like a Trader Joe's Holiday Shopping List 33:56

2y ago33:56

33:56

Chestnuts (roasting on an open fire)? Check. Peppermint Hold the Cones? Check. Cedar Balsam Candles? Check. And check. This is a big, bold holiday season shopping list episode of Inside Trader Joe’s, filled with the fun and festive fare you count on us to deliver. Join us as we peruse the aisles and take a foray through the freezers, finding return…

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Does Black Friday Hurt Microbusinesses? 19:41

2y ago19:41

19:41

Black Friday is the worst best idea that capitalism ever had. Let’s start with this though – do you even know the origin of the term “Black Friday”? When I was a kid I remember thinking it must have something to do with Black people, but I could never figure out why that would be the case, or why everyone seemed to be okay with that. Later when I l…

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Keeping on top of the paperwork 9:12

2y ago9:12

9:12

I'm Peter Buck, and this is Microbizmentors. We explore small business development topics in the context of ACTUAL small businesses. This epsiode discusses everyone's least favorite topic: paperwork. It's on my desk, it's on my couch... it's everywhere. Staying on top of it is difficult at best, from taxes and business licensing to processing new d…

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The start of the Microbusiness Manifesto 9:30

2y ago9:30

9:30

I'm Peter Buck, and this is Microbizmentors. We explore small business development topics in the context of ACTUAL small businesses. This episode has more info about who I am and where I've come from, as well as info about upcoming episodes and topics. If you have a question you'd like to ask, a scenario you'd like help with, or a comment, reach ou…

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Episode Two - Overview of episodes to come, and some info about me 16:34

2y ago16:34

16:34

I'm Peter Buck, and this is Microbizmentors. We explore small business development topics in the context of ACTUAL small businesses. This episode has more info about who I am and where I've come from, as well as info about upcoming episodes and topics. If you have a question you'd like to ask, a scenario you'd like help with, or a comment, reach ou…

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Episode One - Just Get It Out There 16:37

2y ago16:37

16:37

I decided what the world REALLY needs is another podcast. There just aren't enough people sharing their expertise, trying to put enough hooks in their content to make you circle back and make you hop, skip, and jump on a call. Cringe. My podcast is different. Just like everyone else's. I've decided to just record them in one shot without going back…

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Episode 57: Trader Joe's Wine Wonderings 28:59

2y ago28:59

28:59

Wine makes people nervous. We get it. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Like the rest of your TJ’s shopping experience, we think buying wine should be a fun and feel like an adventure. So, when you go to your neighborhood Trader Joe’s looking for a bottle of wine, and you don’t know exactly what you’re looking for… don’t panic! There are knowledg…

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Introspection with LaRusell Thomas 25:12

2y ago25:12

25:12

At Oasis Fresh Market, we provide reliable local access to fresh produce and community resources and just launched a weekly podcast called Hope Dealers Podcast. We hope you enjoyed our first episode with Dr. Cordell. If you haven’t listened to it yet, you can check it out here: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/51601123 In our second episode, our ho…

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Big Questions with Dr. Cordell Carter 41:05

2y ago41:05

41:05

The long wait is finally over! Hope Dealers first podcast episode is finally here! At Oasis Fresh Market, not only do we provide reliable local access to fresh produce and community resources, we’ll also give you a weekly dose of the Hope Dealers Podcast. In this first ever episode, our host and founder of Oasis Fresh Market, AJ Johnson, shares a c…

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ICYMI: What's Up With Trader Joe's Parking Lots 5:20

2y ago5:20

5:20

If there’s a question we get more than “When are all the holiday products coming back?” it’s definitely “What’s up with your parking lots?” We get it. They’re small. Which kind of makes sense when you think about it. Which we do. A lot. Tune in to the latest in our series of bite-sized episodes, ITJ ICYMI, to find out everything you ever wanted to …

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Episode 56: Inside the Trader Joe's Captains' Meeting 2022 21:00

2y ago21:00

21:00

Aloha shirts as far as the eye can see, new products for everyone to taste, and So. Much. Energy! It’s the Trader Joe’s Annual Captains’ Meeting, and you have a front row seat, so to speak. Have a listen to find out about our plans for the future, the return of Demo (yes!), your store Captain’s favorite product, and what the heck is a Golden Potsti…

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