"Which Wich? with Josh Gondelman" is Episode 209 of Doughboys, hosted by Mike Mitchell and Nick Wiger. "Which Wich? with Josh Gondelman" was released on June 27, 2019.
"Tomorrow..." - @doughboyspod
Synopsis[]
The 'boys are joined by writer and stand-up comedian Josh Gondelman (Desus & Mero, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver) to review a Dallas-native sandwich chain, Which Wich? Plus, a ranch edition of Drank or Stank.
Nick's intro[]
Chief Vibe Officer: it sounds like a position that would exist at a Silicon Valley tech start-up, or perhaps a particularly self-aware adult-novelty retailer, but it's actually the official title of restaurateur Jeff Sinelli, the founder of one of the fastest-growing sandwich franchises in the world.
Chief Vibe Officer Jeff Sinelli
Sinelli's first successful chain was Genghis Grill, a Mongolian-barbecue concept that originated in Dallas and marauded its way to conquering five states with eleven locations. He parlayed that success into a more mainstream affair, selling off Genghis Grill in 2003 to open a made-to-order sandwich shop in the Big D.
His sandwich chain's name, which ends in a question mark, hammers home its emphasis on customer service, and its unique ordering system - patrons use Sharpies to mark their sammie choices on paper bags - proved to streamline customization and reduce costly sandwich-making mishaps.
Today, Sinelli, the hippie at heart who built his filled-bread brand on the back of a Mongolian empire, now has nearly 450 locations in 28 countries. Speaking to the Dallas Morning News in 2018, Jeff Sinelli reflected upon his success with a tone one might expect from a man who anoints himself Chief Vibe Officer: "the world of eating out has moved light years ahead in the past 15 years. This is a recalibration of that world and where it's going. It's also a recalibration of Jeff."
This week on Doughboys: Which Wich?
Fork rating[]
| guest / host | ordered | rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nick Wiger |
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3.5 forks |
| Mike Mitchell |
|
3.5 forks |
| Josh Gondelman |
|
3.5 forks |
| shared |
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With these scores, Which Wich? joins the Hand-holding Club.
Drank or Stank or Prank[]
In Drank or Stank, the Doughboys have a drink and decide if it is 'drank' or 'stank.'
For this episode, they try Lester's Fixins Ranch Dressing Soda and the super-caffeinated Sun Drop.
They introduce a new level into the rating system as well: Prank.
| guest / host | Ranch Dressing Soda | Sun Drop |
|---|---|---|
| Nick Wiger | Prank | Drank |
| Mike Mitchell | Prank | Drank |
| Josh Gondelman | Prank | Drank |
Roast Spoonman[]
Last Action Gyro
| “ | Last Action Gyro | ” |
–@sglls | ||
Quotes[]
| “ | Mitch: I was sitting here, I'd come back from some Easter festivities. Nick: Taco Bell? |
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–Nick's idea of church | ||
| “ | I can't imagine you guys not being murdered by a fan. | ” |
–Josh Gondelman on Doughboys fans | ||
| “ | Did Which Wich put a spell on me? It wasn't as bewitching as I thought, Nick. The spell was cast when I walked in there and I was ready to be taken with this witches' brew. In the end, biting into that meatball was like biting an eye of newt! | ” |
–Mike Mitchell | ||
#hashtags[]
- #RarePuker
- #WeirdAlKnew
- #SoundsOfTheStomach
The Feedbag[]
| “ | I love food and music. Those are my two favorite things. I was just wondering what your favorite song about food is? Or song that mentions food? Mine is "Too Much Food" by Jason Mraz. #BurgerBrigade #SpoonNation | ” |
–Beatrice from MN | ||
Related Episodes[]
| Josh Gondelman episodes |
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Photos[]
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