The Pizza Party Podcast

This week on The Pizza Party Podcast, we’re carving our Mount Rushmore of Pizza.Four spots. No repeats. No second chances. Just the most culturally iconic pizza moments, products, and legends that shaped the game forever. Some picks are obvious. Others? Let’s just say… they might spark a little debate.And as if that wasn’t enough, we also break down a viral pizza video that’s been making the rounds online. Is it genius? Is it outrageous? Or is it a full-blown pizza violation? We give our honest take.Grab a slice and get ready — this one’s carved in stone.

What happens when the live studio audience takes over the mic?After having my students sit in during our pepperoni deep dive, we decided it was only right to bring them back — this time not just as spectators, but as guests. In this special follow-up episode of the Pizza Party Podcast, we sit down with the students to talk about their experience being part of a live recording, what they really think about pizza culture, and why pizza might just be the greatest unifier in human history.But that’s not all.We also shine a spotlight on their very own student-led podcast, “Los Tóxicos.” We talk about how it started, what inspired the name, what they’ve learned from producing it, and what it’s like building a show from scratch. It’s a fun, honest, slightly chaotic (in the best way) conversation about creativity, school, microphones, and of course… a lot of pizza takes.This one’s about passing the mic to the next generation of podcasters — and finding out that they might just be better at this than we are.Grab a slice and enjoy. 🍕🎙️

Is pepperoni really just a “basic” pizza topping — or is it doing way more work than we give it credit for?In this episode of The Pizza Party Podcast, Grant and Drey take a deep dive into the world of pepperoni, breaking down the many different styles it can take and how those differences can completely make or break a pizza. From classic flat slices to cup-and-char, ribbons, thick-cut, and everything in between, we explore why pepperoni isn’t just pepperoni anymore.Grab a slice and join us as we look at pizza’s most popular topping in a whole new way.

This week on the Pizza Party Podcast, Grant and Drey lean hard into nostalgia and head straight to the mall—specifically, the food court.From oversized slices and plastic trays to echoey seating and questionable life choices, mall pizza was never about being the best… it was about being there when you needed it most. The guys break down why pizza and malls became inseparable, revisit classic food court lineups, and even tackle a controversial question: could Costco pizza count as mall pizza?To wrap things up, Grant and Drey put together a Pizza Gift Giving Guide. Whether you’re planning next year's Christmas gifts, shopping for a birthday, Father’s Day, or just looking for an excuse to give someone pizza-themed joy, they’ve got you covered.So grab a slice, find a plastic chair, and enjoy the nostalgiawhile listening to the Pizza Party Podcast.

What happens when a group of students decide they’re not just going to learn about entrepreneurship—but actually live it?In this episode, Grant shares the unforgettable story of helping students open a real pizzeria from scratch—Blue Inferno—in a small town with almost no food options. From big ideas to real-world pressure, it’s a reminder of what can happen when you trust young people with something real.Then, Drey and Grant wrap things up by hitting the road—at least mentally—sharing some of their favorite vacation pizza memories. From unexpected slices in unfamiliar places to pizza becoming part of the trip itself, it’s a nostalgic, feel-good finish that proves pizza always finds a way into the best moments.Real stories. Real pizza. Real memories.

What if we told you pizza is the real hero of Christmas?In this episode, Grant and Drey have way too much fun behind the mic breaking down the surprisingly important role pizza plays in everyone’s favorite Christmas movie, Home Alone. From the iconic cheese pizza order to the way one slice of pizza sets the entire movie in motion, we look at how pizza isn’t just food — it’s a catalyst.We also sprinkle in some Hallmark-style Christmas magic by imagining what would happen if pizza replaced hot cocoa, bakeries, and small-town meet-cutes. And finally to prove pizza’s power isn’t just cinematic, we share a real-life story where the promise of pizza motivated students to achieve the unthinkable.Nostalgia, laughter, and a deep appreciation for a good cheese pizza — this episode has it all. Because sometimes, pizza doesn’t just feed people… it saves the day.

In Part 2 of our deep dive into the great American pizza buffet, we flip the script and explore what happened after the golden age. We break down the real reasons buffets started to struggle — rising food costs, changing consumer preferences, the rise of fast-casual dining, and health trends that made “all-you-can-eat” feel less appealing. Then we hit the moment that changed everything: COVID. From shutdowns to permanent closures here in Nebraska and across the country, we look at how the pandemic nearly wiped buffets out entirely.But it’s not all doom and gloom. We also talk about the comeback — how modern pizza buffets have adapted with fresher options, tighter menus, better sanitation, and why nostalgia helped bring them back. Plus, we play a brand-new game, “Taste It or Waste It,” where we judge some of the wildest pizza toppings from around the world as if they showed up on a buffet line.Oh — and we kick off our first-ever giveaway, where one listener will win a $25 Pizza Ranch gift card.From history and heartbreak to hope and hot pizza, this episode has it all.

In Episode 3 of The Pizza Party Podcast, Grant and Drey kick off a delicious two-part series on one of the greatest institutions in pizza history — the pizza buffet. This week, we dig into the rise of the buffet era: how it started, why it exploded in popularity, and what made it such an iconic part of American food culture.But it wouldn’t be a Pizza Party Podcast episode without some fun along the way. We play a round of Two Truths and a Pie, testing each other’s pizza trivia knowledge, and we break down our personal buffet strategies — including what goes on our first plate when we hit the line.Grab a plate, grab a slice, and enjoy Part 1 of our buffet adventure!

Couldn’t get enough of the Pizza Party Snake Draft in Episode 2? We’ve got you covered. In this special episode, Grant and Drey break down all the alternative picks they almost drafted — the foods, drinks, CDs, celebrities, and wildcards that were this close to making their ultimate pizza parties.Before diving in, make sure you’ve listened to Episode 2 so all the chaos, strategy, and heartbreak makes sense. This bonus slice is fun look at what could’ve been. No timers, no pressure — just two pizza-loving dudes revealing the picks they wish they’d grabbed.Grab a slice and enjoy! 🍕

Episode 2 of The Pizza Party Podcast is here — and this one’s stacked with all the good stuff.Grant and Drey kick things off with their brand-new tradition: the Weekly Pizza Check-In, where they each share the last slice they conquered and swap quick reactions.Next, they dive into the real meaning behind the show’s name — why The Pizza Party Podcast fits perfectly, and the vibe they hope every listener feels when they hit play.Then it’s time for the main event: the first-ever Pizza Party Draft. Grant and Drey go head-to-head across six rounds to build the ultimate pizza party — picking everything from where they’re ordering to what sides, drinks, CDs, and even celebrity guests they’re inviting. And just when you think you know where this is going…there’s a fun twist waiting in the middle of the draft!They wrap things up with another round of pizza memories, sharing the nostalgic stories that helped inspire the podcast in the first place.If you love pizza, nostalgia, friendly competition, or a good surprise, this episode is right up your alley.🍕 Subscribe, share, and let us know who you think won the draft on Facebook!

Welcome to the debut of The Pizza Party Podcast — the show where there are no politics, no problems, just pizza. To kick things off, Grant and Drey serve up a full pizza sampler platter of what this podcast is all about.In this first episode, the guys test the waters with some bold pizza hot takes, dive into a round of Would You Rather: Pizza Edition, and wrap things up by sharing their all-time favorite pizza memories.It’s the perfect mix of fun, nostalgia, debate, and straight-up pizza love — giving listeners a taste of everything this podcast will bring each week.Grab a slice and enjoy Episode 1! 🍕🔥