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Clean Up on Aisle Podcast

Adam Fligsten and Jef Harmatz

The Dirty Truth About Grocery StoresHosts ADAM FLIGSTEN and JEF HARMATZ along with a bulk-buy of talented and hilarious guests sit down to talk turkey (and chicken, and those little Cornish game hens that sometimes come in a two pack).

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Episode 22: Macy Ring Talk About How to Open A...

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2025/12/10

Today we are joined by Macy Ring, purveyor of the Ginger Rabbit Pan Asian grocery store in Yucca Valley. We talk about the struggles of opening a small business, rare ingredients, and cocktails in a can. If you are ever remotely close to the desert, you have to check out the Ginger Rabbit grocery store: https://www.instagram.com/thegingerrabbit_market/ https://thegingerrabbit.com/ Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co...

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82:16

Episode 21: Claire Nelson Talks Paper vs. Plastic

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2025/12/03

Today we are joined by Writer/Journalist Claire Nelson, author of the book “Things I Learned From Falling” available everywhere books are sold. We get into the age old debate: “Paper vs. Plastic” and find out it isn’t as old as one might think. https://www.theguardian.com/books/2020/mar/11/things-i-learned-from-falling-claire-nelson-review https://www.instagram.com/ladyeclaire/ Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is th...

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81:01

Episode 20: Jef and Adam Talk Thanksgiving

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2025/11/26

Our second guestless episode is all about Thanksgiving. What’s the deal with thanksgiving? We get to the bottom of it. (Kinda, we mostly talk about our personal experiences) Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and chef. Adam Fligsten is the owner of Silen Audio, a music and audio technology compa...

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90:07

Episode 19: Beth Allen Talks Locked Up Stuff

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2025/11/19

Today we are joined by the legendary Beth Allen from bands like Alien Probe and Hot Patooties to talk "Stuff that is Locked Up". Why do we have to ask permission to get a basic thing? https://www.instagram.com/bethloudmouthallen/ https://www.instagram.com/hotpatootiesrocknroll/ https://www.instagram.com/alienprobehidez/ Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and ...

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84:19

Episode 18: Joey Clift Talks Lunchables

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2025/11/12

Today we are joined by writer, comedian Joey Clift to talk about the divisive topic of Lunchables. Joey is showing his animated film: Pow, all over the world. Make sure to give him a follow and check out a screening when it comes near you! https://www.instagram.com/joeycliiiiiift/ Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist...

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89:23

Episode 17: Alpha Takahashi and Eliah Mountjoy Talk...

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2025/11/05

Cyberpunk 2077 and Marvel Rivals stars Alpha Takahashi and Eliah Mountjoy join us to talk video games, costumes, and of course Green Tea. Jef and Adam had to admit the topic of green tea pushed them to their limit with it's complexity. Adam got a puppy. Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and...

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82:59

Episode 16: Jef and Adam Take a Field Trip and Talk...

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2025/10/29

Our first ever, no guest episode. Also our first ever field trip, as we go to 5 stores to compare and contrast the dog food. Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and chef. Adam Fligsten is the owner of Silen Audio, a music and audio technology company.

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101:41

Episode 15: Jordyn Wright Talks Fancy Ice Cream

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2025/10/22

Writer, actor, producer Jordyn Wright joins us to talk "fancy" ice cream. What makes it fancy, where did it come from? You should follow Jordyn on Instagram! Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and chef. Adam Fligsten is the owner of Silen Audio, a music and audio technology company.

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Episode 14: Jolie Darrow Talks Pre-Cut Fruit

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2025/10/15

Comedian, writer, and host Jolie Darrow joins us to talk the hotly contested topic of pre-cut fruit. What do we think folks: good or bad? Follow Jolie on Instagram Watch My Fd up Dog Listen to her D&D podcast Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and chef. Adam Fligsten is the owner of Silen Audio, a...

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100:34

Episode 13: Hank Friedmann Talks German Supermarkets

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2025/10/08

Hank Friedmann, our longtime friend and acclaimed Editor, Director, Writer, joins us to talk German grocery stores. https://www.hankf.com/ Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and chef. Adam Fligsten is the owner of Silen Audio, a music and audio technology company.

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86:57

Episode 12: Christina Catherine Martinez Talks Cereal

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2025/10/01

Writer, actor, art critic, and comedian Christina Catherine Martinez joins us to talk about grape nuts, supermarket mascots and much more. Follow Christina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xtina_catherine/ Watch her Special: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OiSAL2IFqfE Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, ...

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106:14

Episode 11: Liz Lapp Talks Supermarket Magazines

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2025/09/24

In one of our first in person recordings, we are joined by Liz Lapp of the amazing Hi Desert Times magazine store in Twentynine Palms, CA. Liz is a print connoisseur who helped us with her expertise on magazines and basketball. Check out Hi Desert Times! Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist, designer and c...

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104:24

Episode 10: David Allen talks Surveillance

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2025/09/17

Writer, comedian, editor David Allen joins us to talk Surveillance. Does it get dark? (Yes) Do we have a good time with it? (Also yes) Listen to David’s excellent podcast, Loose Lips by Loose Meat https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/loose-lips-by-loose-meat/id965071428 Check out their sketches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XhCPdlBlWc8 Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning...

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Episode 9: John Cullen Talks Kombucha

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2025/09/10

One of our favorite comedians and podcasters, John Cullen joins us to talk Kombucha. What's the deal with GT Dave? Find out! Check out John's new book https://www.cullenoncurling.com/p/i-wrote-a-book Pre order it: https://www.indigo.ca/en-ca/curling-rocks-chronicles-of-the-roaring-game/9781771624558.html Or ask your library to stock it. Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s...

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Episode 8: Scott Yacyshyn Talks Supermarket Layouts

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2025/09/03

Writer, Cartoonist, multi-talented Scott Yacyshyn joins us to talk about the layout of a supermarket and how well it "flows". Find out why supermarkets put the chips on the end of the aisle. Scott frequently writes articles and cartoons for the New York Times He has a wonderful Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yacyshynscott/ And everyone should buy his comic at the Small Press Expo, on September 13-14, 2025 in Bethesda Maryland. https://www.smallpressexpo.com/ Clean Up On Aisle...

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Episode 7: Ness Ilene Garza Talks Frozen Vegetables

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2025/08/27

One of our favorite cartoonists, Ness Ilene Garza joins us to talk frozen vegetables, comics, and managing a frozen vegetable section at a grocery store. Please read everything Ness does at: https://www.instagram.com/practical_ness/ Support her! https://ko-fi.com/badhandscomics/shop Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoo...

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101:44

Episode 6: Nathan Faustyn Talks Club Cards

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2025/08/20

All around funnyman, Nate Faustyn joins us to talk Club Cards. Nate worked in a grocery store, Nate's Dad worked in a grocery store, and Nate frequently shops at grocery stores. You can follow Nate at @looseNate just about everywhere. Listen to his podcast: Loose Lips And watch the People's Joker: https://www.thepeoplesjoker.com/ Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cod...

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78:50

Episode 5: Maggie Downs Talks Salad Bars

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2025/08/13

Award winning writer and journalist Maggie Downs joins us to talk salad bars. We investigate current grocery store salad bars as well as the history of salad bars in general. Get Maggie's Memoir or Children's Book Subscribe to Maggie's Substack! Follow Maggie on Instagram Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as cartoonist,...

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81:49

Episode 4: Andrew Neal Talks Self Checkout

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2025/08/06

This week we are joined by Andrew Neal, writer/artist of the hilarious Meeting Comics to talk Self Checkout. Is this a dystopian hellscape worth avoiding, or a natural iteration of modern technology. Find out! Andrew also some of the best stickers in the game, and a Patreon worth supporting! Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’s “Morning Show with Cody and Jef” and Z107.7’s News Director, as well as c...

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98:17

Episode 3: Vera Drew Talks Conveyor Belts?

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2025/07/30

This week we are joined by the wonderful Vera Drew to talk conveyor belts. Conveyor belts? Yep, we did a deep dive in the history which might include trained bears and soldiers who just want more cookies. Vera is the director, writer, and star of the critically acclaimed subversive masterpiece: The People's Joker. You can follow her at Bluesky and Instagram Clean Up On Aisle Podcast is hosted by longtime friends: Jef Harmatz and Adam Fligsten. Jef Harmatz is the co-host of Z107.7’...

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