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Episode 96: Trader Joe's Recipes for Thanksgiving and Beyond24 Nov 202500:10:09

There's a big holiday meal on the horizon, and Trader Joe's is here to help with all your last-minute planning. In this episode, we're sharing three of our favorite (in this moment) recipes to help make your holiday feast a rousing success. A no-fuss appetizer that overdelivers on flavor. A different – and delicious! – twist on a holiday classic. And a meatless main dish that will make the non-meat-eaters at your table truly thankful they joined your gathering. You'll find all these recipes – and so many more, for every occasion – at traderjoes.com/recipes. [Links to the featured recipes below.]

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Blue Cheese Stuffed Dates

Garlicky Sweet Chili Green Beans

Risotto-Stuffed Delicata Squash

Trader Joe's Wine Club: What to Pour for Thanksgiving10 Nov 202500:17:37

Welcome to another episode of the Trader Joe's Wine Club, brought to you by Inside Trader Joe's. In this sip-sized segment, we have a couple of super suggestions for wines to serve for Thanksgiving. It's a big meal, filled with big flavors, and the right wine pairing for such a varied feast can seem elusive. Not anymore. Join us for a conversation with one of our resident wine whizzes, where we uncork a classic California Chardonnay, and a Pinot Noir that proves you can (and perhaps should) serve red wine with poultry. Then head to your neighborhood Trader Joe's to pick up a bottle for today, and another for your holiday meal, without busting your budget! 

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Episode 90: Trader Joe's Goes to Italy and Gets Sauced19 May 202500:25:20

Imagine a small town in western Italy, home to a family-owned company that got its start canning fresh fruits and veggies more than 80 years ago. Now imagine that company in 2025, still owned by the same family, and still preserving the flavors of the local produce – not just in canned fruits and veggies, but in supremely satisfying sauces, too. And now imagine you're listening to a podcast… oh, wait, here's where reality and imagination intersect. In this episode of Inside Trader Joe's, we're up close and personal with the supplier of a number of Trader Joe's sauces – including Lemon Pesto, recently returned to our grocery shelves for a limited time. It's a captivating conversation that covers topics as wide-ranging as tradition and innovation, and definitely left us hungry for more. Pass the pesto, please!

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Episode 19: The Holiday Show18 Nov 201900:28:37

The holidays are finally here! We pine for this season all year long, and we're constantly at work developing and refining our holiday product lineup. In this episode, we'll introduce you to some of the new delights you'll find in your neighborhood Trader Joe's this holiday season, we'll learn about some of our Crew's holiday traditions, we'll get some table-scaping advice from our resident flowers and plants authority, and we'll share some songs in the spirit of the season… as only Trader Joe's could present them!

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Episode 18: Our Spice Trade14 Oct 201900:23:32

Whether you're shopping for staple spices or in search of the next big thing, the spice section at Trader Joe's is the place to be. In this episode of Inside Trader Joe's, we take you on a journey through our own spice trade. Along the way, we'll learn a bit about everything from garlic to cinnamon, and Everything But The Bagel to... well, have a listen to find out what's coming next.

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Episode 17: Live from the Annual Captains' Meeting16 Sep 201900:17:46

In this episode of Inside Trader Joe's, we come to you live (well, we recorded it live) from the Trader Joe's Annual Captains' Meeting. Every year, we gather every Captain (Manager) from every Trader Joe's across the country together, in one place, to let them know where we're going, say thanks for all the great things that have happened over the last year, and to give them some useful information to bring back to their stores. We'll hear about some delicious new products (even for pets!) coming soon to a Trader Joe's near you, and we'll have a little fun with our Captains along the way.

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Episode 16: Produce22 Jul 201900:23:00

In this episode, we're digging deep into the world of Produce. Chances are, you don't spend so much time thinking about your greens, your berries, your stone fruits, your avocados… (well, you probably do think about avocados quite a bit). The thing is, we spend loads of time thinking about all of it, so all you have to think about is what looks good when you walk into your neighborhood Trader Joe's. We find out what it takes to ensure every one of our 488 stores gets the best produce we can find, from all around the world; we talk packaging, and steps we're taking to reduce our produce packaging; and we'll answer the burning question… what's more popular, fruit or veggies?

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Episode 15: You Asked. We Answered.24 Jun 201900:25:27

In this episode, we're tackling the questions YOU (our listeners) asked. From the pretty straightforward "How do you decide what to sell?" and "How do you know what your customers want?" to the more philosophical "Why don't you have WiFi?" and "Why not sell your products online?" We collected your questions and gathered some super knowledgeable Crew Members to help us answer them. Tune in to find out, once and for all, why we don't carry diapers, and why we do plan to keep introducing limited availability products.

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Episode 13: The Plants & Flowers Edition08 Apr 201900:22:06

It's the episode where we talk about the abundant flowers and plants you'll find at your neighborhood Trader Joe's. We travel the world in search of the most beauteous blooms and festive flowers, and we bring them to you at prices that really define value. How on earth do we do it? Have a listen.

Got a question you'd really like to ask the folks who make things happen here at TJ's? Send it to us at podcastquestions@traderjoes.com. We'll use as many questions as we can in an upcoming episode of Inside Trader Joe's.

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Episode 12: Frozen. The Foods04 Mar 201900:20:47

Come with us on a delicious journey through the freezer case at Trader Joe's. Hear how frozen foods can be fresher than the "fresh" foods; come along as we sample some of our Customers' favorite frozen finds at a neighborhood Trader Joe's; find out about some new treats coming soon to a Trader Joe's near you. Along the way, we'll share some info about how long frozen food keeps in your freezer (a good long time, it turns out), and the very best way to prepare our much-loved Cauliflower Gnocchi. If you're a frozen foods fanatic, or even if you're more fickle about freezer fare, this episode of Inside Trader Joe's will leave you hungry for more. (Figuratively and literally, we hope)

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Episode 11: Sustainability04 Feb 201900:24:18

Our approach to sustainability is simple. We all want to leave the planet a better place than we found it. At Trader Joe's, we're working hard to do just that, in part by reimagining how we approach packaging in our stores. We've eliminated certain types of packaging, we're reducing other types of packaging, and we're taking steps to remove more than a million pounds of plastic over the next year alone! We're going to the store, to a recycling plant, and to a next-generation manufacturing facility dedicated to making a positive impact, one plastic bottle at a time.

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Episode 10: Here We Grow17 Dec 201800:22:06

At Trader Joe's, we are focused on growing, every day – with every product, in every store. We're opening new stores, hiring new Crew Members, meeting new Customers, and developing new products. Whew! In this episode, we talk about finding new store locations, we chat with customers at one of our original East Coast stores, and we look forward to some delicious new products coming to your neighborhood Trader Joe's in the year ahead.

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Episode 9: Around the World in 80 Trader Joe's Products (Give or Take)13 Nov 201800:20:59

When we say we travel the world in search of great products for our customers, we really mean it! In this episode, come along with us as we circumnavigate the globe, finding the WOW in locations around the world, from South Korea to Southern California, with stops in places like New Zealand, Thailand, the Republic of Georgia, Puerto Rico, and so many more!

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Episode 89: Hey Chicago, What's In Your Trader Joe's Shopping Cart?05 May 202500:18:03

In this episode of Inside Trader Joe's, we're taking you inside our customers' shopping carts to find out what keeps them coming back to Trader Joe's again and again. For this edition of our Customer Cart Conversations, we go to Trader Joe's number 691 in Chicago's iconic Lincoln Park neighborhood. Captain Ken, a Chicago native – who may or may not have a favorite Chicago baseball team – gets up close and personal with the contents of customers' carts, with questions about favorites. Along the way, we get some insights into how Trader Joe's brings a little joy and deliciousness into their busy lives. We even talk to some Crew Members who share their go-to product recommendations for customers (and podcast listeners!). What's in YOUR cart?

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Episode 8: 'Tis The Season16 Oct 201800:23:52

It's beginning to look a lot like the holidays at Trader Joe's! How do we come up with all the great holiday products you'll find at Trader Joe's every year? How long does it take to make all that delicious stuff come to life? What's new this holiday season? And did you know Dog Advent Calendars are a thing? Come Inside Trader Joe's and we'll help you get into the holiday spirit. Ho Ho Ho !

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Episode 7: We're Nuts About Wine and Cheese24 Sep 201800:17:18

Trader Joe's has been selling nuts, wine, and cheese since our even-humbler beginnings. In this episode of "Inside Trader Joe's," we explain which nuts our customers are the most nutty about. We recommend some cheeses you may not have tried. And we reveal which wines are, we believe, the best in the store – at any price.

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Episode 6: Quality07 Sep 201800:21:46

When it comes to quality, Trader Joe's sets a high bar… way above what the law requires. In this episode, we explain what's in the food, what's not, and what will never be. So if you're avoiding artificial flavors, added sugar, GMOs, or MSG, or think maybe you should, this episode is for you. Also, a new "mask" that could be fun for Halloween, and just happens to be great for moisturizing year round.

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Episode 5: Please Won't You Be My Neighborhood Store01 May 201800:13:41

Sometime, someday, you may need a little help from a neighbor. Millions of us do. Find out how we try to be good neighbors in every one of the 475 neighborhoods we serve. Then, honest answers to some of the toughest Customer questions we receive. Like, "Why did you drop my favorite product?" and "What's up with the parking lot?!" Finally, we peer into our crystal ball to see the future of Trader Joe's – come along for the ride and join our shopping adventure!

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Episode 4: The Store Is Our Brand01 May 201800:18:01

Oh sure, we could sell your favorite Trader Joe's products online, but that's not who we are. We could collect data about you, but that's really not who we are. We strive to make shopping at Trader Joe's an enjoyable experience, a fun adventure. For many, a Trader Joe's store has long been the place to buy wine, and they ask us, "How do you do it – offer such great wines at such great prices?" We'll show you the secret on a trip to Napa Valley, California. And why are Trader Joe's Crew Members so happy, anyway? The answer is surprisingly simple. Also, the inspirational advice that one customer gave TJ's CEO.

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Episode 3: Informative and Seriously Not Too Serious01 May 201800:17:49

Informative and Seriously Not Too Serious – That's always our goal at Trader Joe's. We want our Crew Members and Customers to find it easy and fun to explore our stores, discovering everything from unique international fare and American basics, to vegan, to gluten-free, and low carb options. We'll explain why Trader Joe's Fearless Flyer has been called "a cross between MAD magazine and Consumer Reports." And we'll try some delicious bites at the Demo Station, because the best way to be informed is to taste for yourself. We bravely reveal some of our biggest product failures. And we ask our Crew Members the important question, "How many Hawaiian shirts do you own?"

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Episode 2: It's About Values01 May 201800:23:17

At Trader Joe's, values aren't just great deals on great products. They're also the values we live by, every day in every neighborhood store. We'll share the ways we put those values into practice when we take you inside our (top-secret) Tasting Panel, where decisions are being made about what products to put on Trader Joe's shelves. Then, Joe himself (yes, there is a Trader Joe) helps explain how it all began… including why we wear those oh-so-stylish Hawaiian shirts.

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Episode 1: It's About The Products01 May 201800:19:31

People can't stop tasting them and talking about them. What makes Trader Joe's products so different? How does an idea go from being one of our new discoveries to one of yours? Meet the person with the best job at Trader Joe's (or maybe anywhere!), traveling the world in search of new flavors. What went wrong (and turned out right) when we introduced Mandarin Orange Chicken, among our most popular products ever. How a customer got a laugh from our CEO and changed the way we sell bananas. What's NOT in Trader Joe's products?

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Trailer23 Apr 201800:02:42

Here's a quick taste of Inside Trader Joe's, a new 5-part series coming May 1, 2018, from the folks at Trader Joe's. There's no other store like Trader Joe's. Now you can go behind-the-scenes to find out why Trader Joe's is... Trader Joe's.

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Trader Joe's Wine Club: Rosé for All the Days21 Apr 202500:14:15

Welcome to another episode of the Trader Joe's Wine Club, brought to you by Inside Trader Joe's. This sip-sized segment has us blushing a bit. Because, of course, we're talking about Rosé. Contrary to the opinions of some, Rosé is a serious wine, and we sat down for a serious conversation about three of our favorite Rosé options in the wine section at your neighborhood Trader Joe's. While all three share similar (yet different) pink-ish hues, each has its own story to tell and its own flavor profile to enjoy. What they all have most in common is the incredible value they represent – whether you choose La Ferme Julien Rosé, Emma Reichart Rosé of Pinot Noir, or Maison Barboulot Cinsault Rosé, you'll enjoy superior quality wine at a great price. Every day.

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Episode 88: Trader Joe's Goes to Modena, with Vim and Vinegar07 Apr 202500:25:51

There are certain foods that are synonymous with their place names. Parmigianno Reggiano. Kalamata Olives. And the focus of this episode, Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. A world-renowned product with a long and fascinating history, Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is produced exclusively in the Modena region of Italy. In this episode we sit down (and do a bunch of walking!) with one of Modena's largest and most respected producers of this vigorous vinegar – they've been supplying Trader Joe's for decades – where we learn some history and get a behind-the-scenes look at how it's made. Listen in for a sneak peak at a new TJ's product coming soon to your neighborhood Trader Joe's.

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ICYMI: Does Trader Joe's Do Retail Media?24 Mar 202500:06:55

We get a lot of questions at Trader Joe's. And we see things in the news that make us ask questions, too. Recently, we've seen a bunch of stories about so-called "Retail Media." So what the heck is Retail Media, and does Trader Joe's do it? In a nutshell, Retail Media is all about using screens and media and technology in retail stores, ostensibly to replace humans. That doesn't make sense to us – instead of investing in technology and media resources to tell our stories, in our stores, we invest in our people and our products, so every experience you have with Trader Joe's is a great one. Tune in to the latest in our series of bite-sized episodes, ITJ ICYMI, to get our take on Retail Media.

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Episode 87: A List for Springtime Shopping at Trader Joe's10 Mar 202500:29:01

It's nearly spring. And at Trader Joe's, that means new products popping up like flower buds after an early thaw. In this episode of Inside Trader Joe's, we're getting up close and personal with a baker's dozen of our favorite new (and returning) things for spring. Looking for Easter candy and treats? You'll find them here, and you'll be impressed not only with how they look, but how they taste. A new Mini Sheet Cake that happens to be gluten free? Oh. Yes. Potato chips made with Irish potatoes and butter? Aye. A new blend of greens to elevate your salad game and a pasta sauce that's simple, elegant, and extraordinarily delicious? Well… yes. Would you believe a wine made with oranges? You should believe, and you should try it. One last thing… no bunnies were harmed in the making of this episode.

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Trader Joe's Wine Club: Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand24 Feb 202500:09:49

Welcome to another episode of the Trader Joe's Wine Club, brought to you by Inside Trader Joe's. In this sip-sized segment, we're going grass-roots – or at the very least, grass-noted – with a conversation about New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. More specifically, we're highlighting Raorao Sauvignon Blanc from the Marlborough region, an area on the South Island renowned for this varietal (among others). This wine is an excellent expression of Marlborough Sauv Blanc – a quick listen here will reveal what makes this wine so special, some delicious pairing ideas, and what a tremendous value it is at Trader Joe's.

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Episode 86: Pie-ning for Pizza at Trader Joe's10 Feb 202500:25:30

We often talk about traveling the world to find the most delicious products we can offer, so we can bring them to our customers at a great value. Decades ago, when we began our search for truly excellent frozen pizza, it occurred to us that maybe the best place to go was the birthplace of the stuff… Italy. Turns out we were right, and our frozen pizzas became the stuff of lore – they're just that good. Our frozen pizza selection has evolved since those early days, yet some of our favorites still come from Italy. And perhaps even more striking, some of our favorites still come from the same supplier we serendipitously stumbled upon all those years ago. In this episode, we take you on a journey of pizza-rific proportions, visting this same Italian pizza producer and getting the inside scoop on how it all started, how they manage to make such delicious pies, and what the future may hold. Spoiler alert: the future is round, cheesy, and well-sauced.

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Episode 85: The 16th Annual Trader Joe's Customer Choice Awards27 Jan 202500:20:41

The votes are in, and the time has come to reveal the winners of the 16th Annual Trader Joe's Customer Choice Awards! Sixteen years of celebrating our customers' favorite products, as voted by you, our customers. It's just as exciting to us this year as it was in year one.

This year, we've added a New category. That's right, a New category – Favorite New Product! There are so many possibilities… can you guess what it might be? We're also welcoming another product to our Hall of Fame, that rarefied space populated by products you've named as favorites a total of five times. With awards season well-underway, we're happy to present awards that eschew glitz and glamour to bring you the only awards where the winners are (almost) all edible!

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Episode 84: Trader Joe's Snacky Hacks for Big Games and Awards Consideration21 Jan 202500:29:11

As listeners of this podcast know, the Trader Joe's mothership is located in Monrovia, CA. Monrovia is really close to one of the wildfires that's devastated Southern California recently. We have a lot of Crew Members and customers who've been impacted by these fires, and we wanted to take a minute to send our best wishes to them and everyone who's dealing with the aftermath of these events. We recorded this episode not too long ago in our other mothership, in Boston. It's a little silly, and, we hope, fun. We could all use a little fun and silly right about now. 

Winter is jam-packed with snacking opportunities, and if updating your snack routine is on your 2025 agenda, listening to this episode of Inside Trader Joe's should be atop your to-do list. Whether it's a big game or a fashion-forward awards show, when people pop by, you need snacks! We sat down with some Crew Members in our other mothership in Boston to discuss their favorite "snacktivities" using Trader Joe's products. They shared spicy hacks and savory hacks, simple hacks and slightly more involved hacks. What every snack hack has in common? Great taste and a near-100% guarantee of good times. Have a listen, then pay us a visit to pick up what you need to enjoy some snacktivities of your own.

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Episode 95: Invasion of the Trader Joe's Gummies20 Oct 202500:19:44

Gummies, gummies, everywhere, and more each time we blink! Sure, it's not as poetic as Coleridge, but Trader Joe's really has upped the ante in our Gummy game – and we are here for it! Do you like the classics? We have those. You're more the sour sort? Saunter on in and get ready to pucker! Is a filled gummy your jam? We truly understand, and we're filling that void. Thanks to a visit from our resident Gummy Guru (aka, our Candy Category Manager), this episode is downright bouncy, packed with fun info about the wide variety of gummies at Trader Joe's, and a look into the wider world of gummy invention – we'll admit we were unaware of just how wide that world was, and this conversation opened our eyes and tingled our tastebuds. What's YOUR favorite Trader Joe's Gummy?

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Trader Joe's Wine Club: Champagne for NYE and Beyond27 Dec 202400:09:56

We're back with another episode of the Trader Joe's Wine Club, brought to you by Inside Trader Joe's. In this seasonally inspired sip-sized segment, we're focusing on those most festive wines, the sparklers. Focusing in even further, we're celebrating Champagne, perhaps the greatest gift France has ever given the wider world (we love you, Baguettes and Brie, but Champagne… it's so festive and delightful it even comes with its own bubbles!). As New Year's Eve approaches, join us as we learn a bit about what makes this wine special, some unexpected pairing ideas, and our recommendation for a high-quality, value-priced Champagne you'll find on our wine shelves right now.

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Episode 83: Inside the Trader Joe's Holiday Tasting Panel, vol. 216 Dec 202400:20:19

Every year, just as most of our holiday decorations are packed away and the world is focused on winter's snowscapes and the coming thaw of spring, the product development teams at Trader Joe's are laser-focused on the holidays, nearly a full year in the future. Consider this episode of Inside Trader Joe's a bit of back-to-the-future, or at least back-to-the-present, where we take you inside the Holiday Tasting Panel. This is a multi-day sensory extravaganza, where our panelists focus all their attention taste, value, and all the attributes that make a product just right for the holiday season lineup at Trader Joe's. Best of all, each of these gems is now available at your neighborhood Trader Joe's, just for the ho-ho-holiday season.

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Episode 82: It's the Most Wonderful Trader Joe's Shopping List of the Year02 Dec 202400:22:49

The Holiday Season is truly the most festive time of year at your neighborhood Trader Joe's, with hundreds of celebration-worthy products making appearances on our shelves for a limited time. In this episode of Inside Trader Joe's, we're making a list, checking it twice (thrice, even!), and delivering it right to you. English Toffee Ice Cream AND a British Shortbread Collection? Right-o! Lemon Peel Stuffed Olives and an Elevated Cracker Assortment to take your holiday hors d'ouevres to a higher level? Step right up! A cute cousin for a TJ's holiday classic and even an option for your pup? Yes, at Trader Joe's, the Jingle Jangles for us all. Tune in, make your own list, and head on over to your neighborhood Trader Joe's for some holiday cheer!

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TJ's Wine Club: Wine for Thanksgiving 202425 Nov 202400:11:02

Welcome to the premiere episode of the Trader Joe's Wine Club, brought to you by Inside Trader Joe's. There's no membership fee and no shipping charges – and that's because this isn't an actual Wine Club. In these occasional, sippable episodes of Inside Trader Joe's (there we go being all figurative again – you can't really sip this episode), we'll uncork some information about some of our favorite wines of the moment – like tasting notes, origin stories, and pairing suggestions. In this inaugural pour, we're focusing on two wines we think will be right at home on any Thanksgiving dinner table.

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Episode 81: What We're Wine-ing About at Trader Joe's18 Nov 202400:25:12

Trader Joe's has been a destination for winning wine finds since our earliest days, and more than 57 years into our journey, our stores remain a source of tremendous values on wines from the world's best growing regions. In this episode of Inside Trader Joe's, we sit down with four folks from our wine team who are doing the work, day after day, to find those wines and get them to our shelves. Grenache? Great. Champagne? 'Course! Cabernet? Rosé? Okay, okay! Have a listen, then take a trip to your neighborhood Trader Joe's wine section, where a Crew Member can help you find just the right bottle for any occasion.

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Episode 80: What Makes a Neighborhood Trader Joe's?04 Nov 202400:20:17

We all know that every neighborhood is unique. And because Trader Joe's is a national chain of neighborhood grocery stores, every Trader Joe's is as unique as the neighborhood of which it is a part. In this episode of Inside Trader Joe's, we're taking you inside two distinctive neighborhood Trader Joe's stores, that just so happen to be in the same neighborhood. (Right? It's amazing what a few blocks can do!) Starting with our original Back Bay store in Boston – the smallest Trader Joe's in the known universe – and traveling almost five blocks away to Boston's newest TJ's (also in the Back Bay), it's plain to see that every store is a reflection of its surroundings – the customers, the Crew, and the physical space it inhabits. And a super-exciting bonus – we're learning about stand pipes and rack rooms! Yes!

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ICYMI: How Do I Get a Trader Joe's in My Neighborhood21 Oct 202400:06:48

We get a lot of questions at Trader Joe's. One of those we hear the most is, "Hey, when are you opening a store in my neighborhood?" And "How do you decide where to put a Trader Joe's?" – that comes up a lot, too. As you can imagine, like Trader Joe's stores themselves, choosing store locations isnot a one-size-fits-all approach. Truth is, we'd like to be in thousands of neighborhoods all across the country – and it's going to take some time. Tune in to the latest in our series of bite-sized episodes, ITJ ICYMI, to get the scoop.

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Episode 79: What's In Your Trader Joe's Shopping Cart07 Oct 202400:18:45

In this episode of Inside Trader Joe's, we're taking you inside our customers' shopping carts to find out what keeps them coming back to Trader Joe's again and again. For this inaugural iteration of our Customer Cart Conversations, we go to Trader Joe's number 122 in Studio City, California, where our store Captain Jay Jay gets up close and personal with the contents of customers' carts, with questions about favorites. Along the way, we get some insights into how Trader Joe's brings a little joy and deliciousness into their busy lives. We'll get answer to pressing questions like: Savory or sweet? Snack or dessert? And even, Regular Fries or Sweet Potato Fries? What's in YOUR cart?

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Episode 78: Fall Into the Season with a Shopping List from Trader Joe's09 Sep 202400:28:28

It's September at Trader Joe's. That, of course, means the Pumpkin-palooza is underway. You'll find more than 70 pumpkin-forward products on our shelves this season – including new entries like Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate and the much-anticipated Pumpkin Mini Sheet Cake. And despite the plethora of pumpkin, this season is also about so much more. Like Apple (Shortbread Cookies), Maple (Brown Sugar Butter), Vanilla Cardamom (Cold Brew Coffee), and Butternut Squash (Mac & Cheese). There are returning faves and new finds filled with fabulous flavors in every corner of your neighborhood Trader Joe's. Listen in to this episode of Inside Trader Joe's to get the scoop on a few of our favorites. Check out traderjoes.com and @traderjoes on Instagram for more on what's new and what's back (finally!) in your Trader Joe's.

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Episode 77: Trader Joe's Goes Back to School with Chocolate and Mustard26 Aug 202400:24:03

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 these longtime favorites. Travel along with us as we go inside a chocolate factory – outside Brussels – talking to the folks who make some of our favorite chocolate (we're looking at you, Pound Plus Bars!); and to the very (aromatic) room where the mustard magic happens, getting the inside scoop on how Dijon, France came to be home of the world's most iconic mustard. 

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ICYMI: How Do Trader Joe's Products Get Their Names06 Oct 202500:10:14

We get a lot of questions at Trader Joe's. And we really love answering them. One question we get all the time is about our product names. Why are some of them just descriptive (say, Cauliflower Gnocchi) while others are decidedly silly (This Strawberry Walks Into a Bar, anyone?)? Every Trader Joe's product has a story to tell – sometimes that story is really straightforward, and sometimes it's silly and whimsical and fun. In the spirit of making grocery shopping a fun and exciting adventure rather than a mundane chore, we're always looking for the silly, the whimsical, and the fun. Have a listen, then head to your neighborhood Trader Joe's to find your favorite. (Midnight Moo, perhaps?)

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ICYMI: What Do the Bells Mean at Trader Joe's?19 Aug 202400:04:21

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 series of bite-sized episodes, ITJ ICYMI, to get the scoop.

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Episode 76: Growing People at Trader Joe's05 Aug 202400:22:59

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 happen by accident. We're always on the lookout for great people, and we're constantly at work developing tools to help those folks cultivate their skills and strengths. More Trader Joe's stores means more than just new buildings; it means more opportunities for more people to grow right along with us.

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Episode 75: Trader Joe's Store Recipe Contest Winner15 Jul 202400:17:55

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, interesting, and most of all, delicious.  

In this episode of Inside Trader Joe's, we get a behind the scenes look into how the winning recipe was chosen, and we have a chat with the curious and creative Crew Members behind the winning recipe. And speaking of recipes… fact number four: you'll find the contest champ at traderjoes.com.

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ICYMI: How Do I Find Great Trader Joe's Recipes24 Jun 202400:11:55

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 sure to make you love your favorite TJ's products even more. Tune in to the latest in our series of bite-sized episodes, ITJ ICYMI, for all the delicious details.

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Episode 74: A List for Summertime Shopping at Trader Joe's10 Jun 202400:28:57

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 friends on the lookout for your next cookout. A new Boba kit, Coffee Mochi Ice Cream, and Organic Freezer Pops… listen in for all the delicious details, and then swing by your neighborhood Trader Joe's and fill a cart with your faves. Three, two, one… summer!

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ICYMI: How Does Trader Joe's Set Prices (Spoiler Alert: It's About Value)13 May 202400:09:17

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 bite-sized episodes, ITJ ICYMI, to get the scoop.

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Episode 73: Trader Joe's Air Fryer Faves15 Apr 202400:24:59

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 products, air fryer style. We head to the kitchen and enjoy some appetizers, entrees, breakfast treats, and even a vegetable! #babybroccoli

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