The Takeout Podcast

Dani and Chantel

The Takeout Podcast is your new favorite flavor of chaos. Each week, 2 millennial besties order takeout from a different local spot & serve up hot goss while they wait. From celebrity scandals & pop culture meltdowns to the kind of friend-group drama that only lives in the group chat—nothing is off the menu. Every episode starts with placing the order & ends with the final food review. In between? Unfiltered conversations, deep dives into random internet moments, unsolicited opinions, & a healthy dose of spicy nostalgia. It’s food. It’s feelings. It’s a vibe. And yes, we use ChatGPT.

Episodes

  1. May 12

    Bean Burritos & Big Feelings: Season Finale, Chad’s Rankings & Reality TV Shenanigans

    In the Season 1 finale of The Takeout Podcast, we’re wrapping up our Colorado Springs takeout era the only way we know how — with bean and cheese burritos from Monica’s Taco Shop, officially crowned the worst of the worst on Chad’s takeout list. This episode is part recap, part chaos, and part emotional support group as we go through all of our final restaurant ratings and compare them to Chad’s original rankings — including the hits, misses, bubble guts, and everything in between. Along the way, we also spiral into conversations about Love on the Spectrum, Temptation Island, the word of the day (“cob webbing”), and whatever else our brains decide to latch onto. But mostly, this episode is about friendship. We reflect on what this season meant to us, how grateful we are for everyone who listened, and how wild it feels that a podcast built around takeout, girlhood, and ChatGPT somehow turned into something so special. We’re taking a short break before Season 2, but this is not goodbye. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok to find out where The Takeout Podcast is headed next… because next season, we’re taking the show to a brand-new city. As always, our unofficial third co-host “Chad” (aka ChatGPT) helped guide the chaos. Girls rule. 💋 Dinner comes with drama. 🌯

    52 min

  2. May 5

    Takeout & Top Picks: Chad’s #1, This or That & Taco Bell Smash or Pass

    In this episode of The Takeout Podcast, we’re trying #1 on Chad’s “best takeout in Colorado Springs” list — Gaia Masala & Burger. We’re joined by Gerardo, owner of Huevones Food Truck and self-proclaimed foodie, who helps us put the top spot to the test while sharing his take on the local food scene. Instead of a full recap, we keep things fun with a round of “This or That”, putting local restaurants head-to-head and forcing some tough decisions on which spots come out on top — and why. We also bring the chaos with a Taco Bell Smash or Pass, which leads to some very strong (and questionable) opinions. This episode is all about hot takes, food debates, and unfiltered reactions, with a mix of real foodie insight and unserious fun. As always, we’re recording in Colorado Springs, trying local takeout, and letting our unofficial third co-host “Chad” (aka ChatGPT) run the show. It’s part social experiment, part entertainment, and very millennial-core — built on friendship, girlhood, and chaotic dinner conversations. Full season rankings are coming next… Dinner comes with drama. 🍛

    1h 4m

  3. Apr 28

    Bar Food & Bot Chaos: Age of Attraction, Hanson & Chad Roasts Robert

    In this episode of The Takeout Podcast, we’re taking on #2 on Chad’s “worst restaurants in Colorado Springs” list — ViewHouse. For the taste test, Dani’s husband Robert joins us to give his honest take on the food… and unknowingly signs up to be roasted by Chad (aka ChatGPT). This week’s conversation covers everything from age of attraction debates to a nostalgic deep dive into Hanson, with plenty of questionable opinions and chaotic takes along the way. Between bites and banter, we fully lean into the ChatGPT chaos — including letting Chad go off on Robert, which may or may not have been a mistake. As always, we’re recording in Colorado Springs, trying local takeout spots, and letting our unofficial third co-host “Chad” write the show. It’s part social experiment, part entertainment, and very millennial-core — built on friendship, girlhood, and unfiltered conversations. Dinner comes with drama. 🍔

    1h 6m

  4. Apr 21

    TV Dinners & Trends: Girl Dinner, Boy Dinner & Rat Girl Chaos

    In this episode of The Takeout Podcast, we’re trying something a little different — take-home TV dinners from Lazy Dog in Colorado Springs. This one quickly turns into a full nostalgia trip as we talk about classic 90s TV dinners, childhood memories, and how food trends have evolved into what we now call girl dinner, boy dinner, and even rat girl dinner. Somewhere between bites, we break down what these trends actually say about us, our habits, and the way we eat now — versus how we grew up. As always, the conversation goes off the rails in the best way, with plenty of random tangents and chaotic storytelling along the way. We’re recording in Colorado Springs, trying local takeout spots, and letting our unofficial third co-host “Chad” (aka ChatGPT) write the show. It’s part social experiment, part entertainment, and very millennial-core — built on friendship, girlhood, and unfiltered takes. Dinner comes with drama.

    42 min

  5. Apr 14

    Fast Food & Fancy: Nostalgia, Reality TV Drama & a Caviar Upgrade

    In this episode of The Takeout Podcast, we’re tackling #3 on Chad’s “worst takeout” list — McDonald’s. Yes… that McDonald’s. We lean all the way into the nostalgia while revisiting childhood favorites, but in true Takeout Podcast fashion, we also decide to bougie up our order with caviar — because why not? Between bites, we get into more Taylor Frankie Paul updates, break down the latest Bachelorette drama, and share our thoughts on how reality TV somehow always finds a way back into our lives. It’s comfort food meets chaos, with a slightly questionable fine-dining twist. As always, we’re recording in Colorado Springs, trying takeout (high and low), and letting our unofficial third co-host “Chad” (aka ChatGPT) write the show. It’s part social experiment, part entertainment, and very millennial-core — built on friendship, girlhood, and unfiltered takes. Dinner comes with drama.

    52 min

  6. Apr 7

    Espresso Martinis & Mayhem: Reviewing Shuga’s, Cults in Manitou & Pop Culture Drinking Games with the Skin Pen Queen of Colorado

    In this episode of The Takeout Podcast, we’re checking out #3 on Chad’s Colorado Springs restaurant list — Shuga’s. Joining us is local entrepreneur Natalie, also known as the SkinPen queen, who stops by to hang out, sip espresso martinis, and talk about life as a business owner in Colorado Springs. Naturally, things get a little chaotic. We discuss the lore of cults in nearby Manitou Springs, dive into some real-life stories, and play a round of Pop Culture trivia that may reveal more than intended. Somewhere along the way, we also attempt to make espresso martinis… using a baby bottle as a measuring cup, which feels very on brand for this podcast. As always, we’re recording in Colorado Springs, trying local takeout spots, and letting our unofficial third co-host “Chad” (aka ChatGPT) write the show. It’s part social experiment, part entertainment, and very millennial-core — built on friendship, girlhood, and chaotic dinner conversations. Dinner comes with drama. 🍸

    1h 1m

  7. Mar 31

    Egg Rolls & Energy: Mean Girls, Controversial Friendships & the Great Spring Roll Debate

    In this episode of The Takeout Podcast, we’re reviewing #4 on Chad’s “worst restaurants in Colorado Springs” list — Overseas 101. Local creator Ernest Bordon (aka @DadMakesCoffee on Instagram) stops by as our official taste tester to help us settle an important debate: are egg rolls and spring rolls actually the same thing? And more importantly… why is it so hard to find a truly good egg roll in Colorado Springs? And in the spirit of full transparency… after trying the food, all three of us may or may not have ended up with a case of bubble guts, which definitely affected the final score. Chad’s list might have been onto something. This week’s tea time conversation takes its usual chaotic turn into mean girls, controversial friendships, and the kind of energy people bring into relationships. As always, we’re recording in Colorado Springs, trying local takeout spots, and letting our unofficial third co-host “Chad” (yes, ChatGPT) write the show. It’s part social experiment, part entertainment, and very millennial-core — built on friendship, girlhood, and chaotic dinner conversations. Dinner comes with drama. 🥡

    52 min

  8. Mar 24

    Brunch & Bad Behavior: Weird Colorado Towns, Vacation Rudeness & a Stroller Incident

    In this episode of The Takeout Podcast, we grab brunch from Marigold’s in Colorado Springs and spiral into some very important discussions. We’re talking about the weirdest towns in Colorado, the universal experience of rude people on vacation, and whether travel etiquette is officially dead. Somewhere along the way, Chantel may or may not confess to accidentally hitting someone with her stroller. Allegedly. As always, we’re recording from Colorado Springs, trying local takeout spots, and letting our unofficial third co-host “Chad” (aka ChatGPT) write the show. It’s part social experiment, part pop culture commentary, and fully rooted in friendship, girlhood, and chaotic storytelling. Dinner comes with drama.

    43 min

  9. Mar 17

    Seafood & Social Media: Colorado Springs Food Scene, Creator Life & A Little Vabbing

    In this episode of The Takeout Podcast, we grab seafood bags at Boil Daddy and sit down with local food creator Dionne from Rocky Mountain Food Report (@rockyfoodreport) and Wild Table Media (@wildtablemedia). We talk about the reality of being a food creator in Colorado Springs, what it’s like building a social media presence in the local food scene, and of course some spicy topics—including the internet’s latest trend: vabbing. It’s honest, hilarious, and full of local food talk.

    1h 2m

  10. Mar 10

    Pizza & Pop Culture: MomTok, Taylor Frankie Paul & Reality TV Tea

    Colorado Springs, takeout, and internet chaos — welcome to the very first episode of The Takeout Podcast. This week we’re eating Pizzeria Rustica in Old Colorado City, CO while unpacking #MomTok drama, Taylor Frankie Paul updates, and what we’re expecting from the upcoming season of The Bachelorette. This season, we’re spotlighting Colorado Springs takeout spots while letting our unofficial third co-host “Chad” (yes, ChatGPT) write everything for us. It’s part social experiment, part pop culture commentary, fully millennial-core — and rooted in friendship, girlhood, and unfiltered takes. Dinner comes with drama.

    27 min
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Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
12 Ratings

About

The Takeout Podcast is your new favorite flavor of chaos. Each week, 2 millennial besties order takeout from a different local spot & serve up hot goss while they wait. From celebrity scandals & pop culture meltdowns to the kind of friend-group drama that only lives in the group chat—nothing is off the menu. Every episode starts with placing the order & ends with the final food review. In between? Unfiltered conversations, deep dives into random internet moments, unsolicited opinions, & a healthy dose of spicy nostalgia. It’s food. It’s feelings. It’s a vibe. And yes, we use ChatGPT.

Information

  • Creator
    Dani and Chantel
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Dani and Chantel
  • Show Website
    The Takeout Podcast