Ben and Jim get into some Greek food trivia, how they first started loving diner life, and some very big bees. We visit and review Kosta's Family Restaurant in Buffalo, NY.Music: "Spread the Jam" by Lindby https://lindby.bandcamp.com/track/spread-the-jam

Diner Talk

DT 02 - Big Bees, Acid, or Otherwise

Introducing a new podcast, Therapy Juice, from one of the creators of Diner Talk! See more at therapyjuicepodcast.com

PROMO: Therapy Juice

Rust Belt Beer Talk is a new show coming out that is co-hosted by Joe Matteo and Diner Talk host Ben Oship. If you're a fan of craft beer or at all interested in craft beer, you'll like this show! Check it out at rustbeltbeer.com on October 22!*** Please note: Rust Belt Beer Talk is recommended for people of legal drinking age.

PROMO: Rust Belt Beer Talk

On the season 1 finale of Diner Talk, we talk a lot about Guy Fieri. Like, a lot. We also ostracize our female listeners (oops!), Ben forgets the name of the diner we visit three times and challenges another Yelp reviewer to a fight, and, if you're good, there may or may not be a fire rap track waiting for you at the end of this episode. On this episode, we visit and review Lake Effect Diner in Buffalo, NY.Thanks for dining with us for season 1!Music: "Spread the Jam" by Lindby https://lindby.bandcamp.com/track/spread-the-jamEmail: dinertalkpodcast@gmail.com, Twitter: @DinerTalkPod, Facebook: www.facebook.com/DinerTalkPod

DT 10 - Guyner Talk

Ben digs deep to remember everything he once knew about speaking French. Jim concludes his series on Diner History. We go on a deep dive into our favorite Yelper. On this episode we visit and review Break'n Eggs Crêperie in Williamsville, NY.Music: "Spread the Jam" by Lindby https://lindby.bandcamp.com/track/spread-the-jamEmail: dinertalkpodcast@gmail.com, Twitter: @DinerTalkPod, Facebook: www.facebook.com/DinerTalkPod

DT 09 - Swiss Cheese In The Midst

Ben and Jim talk about being a mountain boi, the king of the lunchwagon, and wheat meat. On this episode we visit Amy's Place in Buffalo, NY... And Jim has a confession to make.

DT 08 - As a Hardcore Vegan...

Ben and Jim talk about IHOb, late-night lunchwagons, and ovo-lacto-gluten-pescatarianism. Also, things get heated and Ben challenges a girl from Ohio to a fight at one point... sorry about that. On this episode, we visit and review Betty's in Buffalo, NY.Music: "Spread the Jam" by Lindby https://lindby.bandcamp.com/track/spread-the-jam

DT 07 - Gulp, Gobble, and Go

Ben and Jim talk about eating MASSIVE amounts of breakfast food, the humble origins of diners, and what it means to be an Asphalt Maintenance Expert. On this episode, we visit and review the Howling Rooster Cafe in Tonawanda, NY.This episode's Coffee Break features a special guest and some info about how you can join in the diner conversation on Facebook! So don't skip it!Music: "Spread the Jam" by Lindby https://lindby.bandcamp.com/track/spread-the-jam

DT 06 - Help Us Buy a Boxcar

Jim is out on vacation this week so in his place Ben is joined by Joe Matteo and Mike White. On this episode we talk about horrible experiences of diner servers, some dang good water, and the flavor sensation that's sweeping the nation: umami.On this episode, we visit and review the Dutch Mill in Lancaster, NY. This week's Coffee Break features a little giveaway so don't miss out!Article from Blue Plate Special: http://www.myrecipes.com/extracrispy/9-insane-diner-server-storiesMusic: "Spread The Jam" by Lindby https://lindby.bandcamp.com/track/spread-the-jam

DT 05 - Umami: The Forbidden Flavor

Ben and Jim go over diner lingo to help you order like a diner pro, discover a living Yelp legend, and talk about how diners affect homebuying. We are pleased to be joined by our good friends and Diner Talk's first ever guest stars, Dan and Gina Trippie as we visit and review Helen's Kitchen in Williamsville, NY.Blue Plate Special Article: https://www.rd.com/funny-stuff/25-oldtime-diner-slang-words/Music: "Spread the Jam" by Lindby https://lindby.bandcamp.com/track/spread-the-jam

DT 04 - Eve With A Lid On

Ben and Jim talk about cool names for diners, wiping a diner off the map, and just so so many celebrities. We visit and review Buffalo Joe's Cafe in Clarence, NYMusic: "Spread the Jam" by Lindby https://lindby.bandcamp.com/track/spread-the-jam

DT 03 - Eggs Benedict Cumberbatch

Ben and Jim discuss the heart behind the show, the most important aspect to a good diner, and a diner review that takes a turn for the spoooooky. We also visit and review Bertha's Diner in Buffalo, NY.Music: "Spread the Jam" by Lindby https://lindby.bandcamp.com/track/spread-the-jam

DT 01 - Unknown Substances

Diner Talk is a show where two friends, Ben and Jim, take a fun and informal dive into their love of diners and #dinerlife! On each episode we discuss a topic relating to diner culture and provide thoughts on the diners in our local area. We're not food experts by any means, just two guys who like good food, good company, and good conversation. Pull up a chair and join us, won't you?!