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(00:00):
This show, along with hundreds ofothers from Calaroga Shark Media, is available
commercial free on any player hassel free. Just look for the link in the
episode or show notes Calaroga Shark Media. Welcome to the Top eleven, the
(00:21):
podcast that counts down the top eleventhings from eleven to one. Today we're
diving into the sugar coated, marshmallowfilled world of gimmicky breakfast cereals. That's
right, we're ranking the top elevencereals that made your childhood mornings magical and
your dentist's job harder. Let's getthis crunchy countdown started. Number eleven.
(00:42):
Booberry. Starting us off is Booberry, the spooky cereal that made breakfast a
bit more ghostly with its blueberry flavoredghosts and the promise of a spectral sugar
rush. Booberry is the forgotten siblingof the Monster Serials Trio. Sure,
count Chocular and Frank and Berry getall the glory, but Booberry holds a
special place in the hearts of thosewho love a good blueberry flavored haunt.
(01:03):
Booberry isn't just about the taste,It's about the nostalgia. Remember those Saturday
mornings watching cartoons with a bowl ofblue milk. Booberry brings that back in
a deliciously eerie way. And let'sbe honest, there's something oddly comforting about
a cereal that looks like it couldglow in the dark. It's the breakfast
equivalent of telling ghost stories around acampfire, only with more sugar and less
(01:26):
screaming. Number ten Cocoa pebbles,the cereal that turns your milk into chocolate
and your morning into a prehistoric party. Inspired by the Flintstones, Cocoa pebbles
are tiny, crunchy pieces of chocolateygoodness that are more addictive than a TV
marathon of classic cartoons. It's likehaving dessert for breakfast with Fred and Barney
(01:47):
giving you the green light to indulge. Cocoa pebbles are all about that satisfying
crunch and the chocolate explosion with everybite. They might look like gravel,
but these pebbles pack a sweet punchthat keeps you coming back for more.
And the best part, the milkat the bottom of the bowl turns into
a rich chocolate drink, making ita two for one breakfast. Steel Yabba
(02:07):
Dabba delicious cap'n Crunches. Crunchberries sailinto the number nine spot with a burst
of fruity flavor and enough crunch towake up even the sleepiest of sailors.
Combining the classic cap'n Crunch pieces withcolorful berry flavored orbs, this cereal is
a voyage into a sea of sugarydelight. It's like a treasure hunt in
every bowl, and the prize isa mouthful of berry bliss. Crunch Berries
(02:30):
are all about that perfect balance ofsweet and crunch. The berries add a
fun twist to the original cap'n Crunch, making it a favorite for kids and
adults who refuse to grow up.And let's not forget the cap'n himself.
He's been guiding us through breakfast adventuresfor decades, ensuring we never have a
dull morning. A hoy breakfast lovers. Apple jacks roll into number eight with
(02:52):
their irresistible blend of apple and cinnamonflavors. Despite their name, apple jacks
don't really taste like apples, likea cinnamon sugar concoction that somehow works perfectly.
It's the cereal equivalent of a cinnamonapple pie, minus the baking and
with a lot more crunch. Theselittle orange and green loops have been a
breakfast staple for years, appealing tokids who love the taste and parents who
(03:15):
love that their kids are eating fruitfor breakfast, and who can forget those
classic commercials with the mischievous apple andcinnamon stick. Apple jacks are a fun,
flavorful way to start your day,even if the apples are more imaginary
than real. Number seven Tricks SillyRabbit Tricks are for kids, but honestly,
who can resist the colorful, fruityfun of tricks. This cereal is
(03:38):
like a rainbow in a bowl withvibrant fruit flavored puffs that make breakfast feel
like a party. Each bite isa blast of nostalgia, bringing back memories
of those pesky Tricks commercials where therabbit always got the short end of the
stick. Tricks are all about thatfruity flavor explosion. They might not taste
exactly like real fruit, but whocares when they're this fun. Plus,
(04:00):
the shapes have changed over the years, from simple balls to fruit shapes and
back again, keeping things interesting.Tricks are a breakfast classic that prove you're
never too old to enjoy a bitof childhood whimsy. Follow your nose to
number six, where fruit loops bringa tropical twist to your morning routine.
These colorful rings of joy are amedley of fruit flavors that somehow combine to
(04:23):
create a taste all their own.With two cansam as your guide, you're
in for a breakfast adventure that's asfun as it is flavorful. Fruit loops
are all about that bright, happycrunch. Each ring is a burst of
sweetness, making it hard to stopat just one bowl, and the best
part the rainbow milk at the bottom, a sugary finale to your fruity feast.
(04:44):
Whether you're a kid or just akid at heart, fruit loops are
a timeless treat that turns breakfast intoa celebration. Swooping in at number five
is Count Chocular, the cereal thatbrings a bit of Halloween to your breakfast
table all year round. With chocolateycereal bits and marshmallow go posts. Count
Schocular is the Dracula of the cerealworld. Charming, dark and a bit
mischievous, It's the perfect way tostart your day with a hint of spooky
(05:08):
sweetness. Count Chocula isn't just acereal, it's an experience. The rich
chocolate flavor combined with those sweet,melty marshmallows creates a deliciously eerie mix that's
hard to resist. And let's notforget the Count himself with his goofy grin
and cape, making breakfast a bitmore theatrical with Count Chocula every morning as
(05:29):
a monster mash of flavor, Magicallydelicious and eternally charming, Lucky Charms land
in the number four spot. Thiscereal is a whimsical mix of frosted oats
and colorful marshmallow shapes, parts stars, horseshoes, clovers, and blue moons,
to name a few. Each spoonfulis like a treasure hunt, with
bursts of sweetness hidden among the crunchyoats. Lucky Charms are all about those
(05:53):
marshmallows, or marbits as they're officiallyknown. They're the star of the show,
adding a playful twist to each bike, and with Lucky the Leprecorn constantly
on the run from kids trying tosteal his cereal, there's always a bit
of magic and mischief in every bowl. It's a cereal that makes you feel
like a kid again, no matterhow old you are. Sliding into the
(06:14):
number three spot is Cinnamon Toast Crunch, the cereal that brings the flavor of
cinnamon toast straight to your bowl.These little squares are coated with a perfect
blend of cinnamon and sugar, deliveringa sweet, crunchy experience that's hard to
beat. It's like having dessert forbreakfast, and who could say no to
that? Cinnamon toast Crunch is allabout that irresistible crunch and the way the
(06:35):
cinnamon sugar swirls dissolve into your milk, creating a deliciously sweet finale. It's
a cereal that's simple yet indulgent,making every morning feel like a special treat.
Plus those crazy commercials with the sentientsquares eating each other add a touch
of humor to your breakfast routine.It's a crunchy, cinnamon sugar delight that
(06:55):
never gets old. Number two FrostedFlakes. Great Frosted Flakes take the runner
up spot with their classic combination ofcrunchy corn flakes and a sweet frosting that
makes every bite a delight. Ledby the ever enthusiastic Tony the Tiger,
this cereal has been a breakfast staplefor generations, providing that perfect balance of
sweetness and crunch that keeps you comingback for more. Frosted Flakes are all
(07:20):
about simplicity done right. The frostedcoating adds just the right amount of sweetness,
turning plain corn flakes into a morningtreat. And who can resist Tony's
infectious positivity. With every bowl offrosted flakes, you're not just getting a
tasty breakfast, You're getting a peptalk from a tiger who believes you can
do anything. It's a classic fora reason. Don't go anywhere, folks.
(07:44):
We're taking a quick break to letthe milk refill. When we come
back, we'll reveal the number oneGimmicky breakfast Cereal. Trust me, you
won't want to miss it. Welcomeback to the Top eleven. We've crunched
(08:05):
through some of the most iconic andsugary cereals out there, and now it's
time for the grand finale. Drumroll, Please, let's unveil the number
one Gimmicky breakfast Cereal. All handson deck for the number one spot.
Cap'n crunch. This iconic cereal,with its unmistakable yellow puffs and sweet crunchy
texture has been a breakfast favorite fordecades. The cap'n himself, with his
(08:26):
jaunty hat and ever present smile,has been guiding us through delicious mornings for
as long as we can remember.Cap'n Crunch is the perfect blend of sweetness
and crunch, making each bite adelightful experience. It's the kind of cereal
that turns even the gloomiest mornings intoan adventure. And let's be honest,
there's something comforting about the way ittears up the roof of your mouth just
(08:48):
a little bit. It's a breakfastrite of passage. With its enduring appeal
and timeless flavor, cap'n Crunch standstall as the ultimate gimmicky breakfast cereal.
And that's a wrap on the Topeleven Gimmicky breakfast cereals. Thanks for joining
us on this sugary journey down memorylane. Remember, breakfast is the most
(09:09):
important meal of the day, especiallywhen it's loaded with sugar and nostalgia.
The Top eleven is a production ofCalarroga Shark Media executive producers Mark Francis and
John McDermott. Portions of this podcastmay have been created with the assistance of AI
This show, along with hundreds ofothers from Calaroga Shark Media, is available
commercial free on any player hassel free. Just look for the link in the
episode or show notes Calaroga Shark Media. Welcome to the Top eleven, the
(00:21):
podcast that counts down the top eleventhings from eleven to one. Today we're
diving into the sugar coated, marshmallowfilled world of gimmicky breakfast cereals. That's
right, we're ranking the top elevencereals that made your childhood mornings magical and
your dentist's job harder. Let's getthis crunchy countdown started. Number eleven.
(00:42):
Booberry. Starting us off is Booberry, the spooky cereal that made breakfast a
bit more ghostly with its blueberry flavoredghosts and the promise of a spectral sugar
rush. Booberry is the forgotten siblingof the Monster Serials Trio. Sure,
count Chocular and Frank and Berry getall the glory, but Booberry holds a
special place in the hearts of thosewho love a good blueberry flavored haunt.
(01:03):
Booberry isn't just about the taste,It's about the nostalgia. Remember those Saturday
mornings watching cartoons with a bowl ofblue milk. Booberry brings that back in
a deliciously eerie way. And let'sbe honest, there's something oddly comforting about
a cereal that looks like it couldglow in the dark. It's the breakfast
equivalent of telling ghost stories around acampfire, only with more sugar and less
(01:26):
screaming. Number ten Cocoa pebbles,the cereal that turns your milk into chocolate
and your morning into a prehistoric party. Inspired by the Flintstones, Cocoa pebbles
are tiny, crunchy pieces of chocolateygoodness that are more addictive than a TV
marathon of classic cartoons. It's likehaving dessert for breakfast with Fred and Barney
(01:47):
giving you the green light to indulge. Cocoa pebbles are all about that satisfying
crunch and the chocolate explosion with everybite. They might look like gravel,
but these pebbles pack a sweet punchthat keeps you coming back for more.
And the best part, the milkat the bottom of the bowl turns into
a rich chocolate drink, making ita two for one breakfast. Steel Yabba
(02:07):
Dabba delicious cap'n Crunches. Crunchberries sailinto the number nine spot with a burst
of fruity flavor and enough crunch towake up even the sleepiest of sailors.
Combining the classic cap'n Crunch pieces withcolorful berry flavored orbs, this cereal is
a voyage into a sea of sugarydelight. It's like a treasure hunt in
every bowl, and the prize isa mouthful of berry bliss. Crunch Berries
(02:30):
are all about that perfect balance ofsweet and crunch. The berries add a
fun twist to the original cap'n Crunch, making it a favorite for kids and
adults who refuse to grow up.And let's not forget the cap'n himself.
He's been guiding us through breakfast adventuresfor decades, ensuring we never have a
dull morning. A hoy breakfast lovers. Apple jacks roll into number eight with
(02:52):
their irresistible blend of apple and cinnamonflavors. Despite their name, apple jacks
don't really taste like apples, likea cinnamon sugar concoction that somehow works perfectly.
It's the cereal equivalent of a cinnamonapple pie, minus the baking and
with a lot more crunch. Theselittle orange and green loops have been a
breakfast staple for years, appealing tokids who love the taste and parents who
(03:15):
love that their kids are eating fruitfor breakfast, and who can forget those
classic commercials with the mischievous apple andcinnamon stick. Apple jacks are a fun,
flavorful way to start your day,even if the apples are more imaginary
than real. Number seven Tricks SillyRabbit Tricks are for kids, but honestly,
who can resist the colorful, fruityfun of tricks. This cereal is
(03:38):
like a rainbow in a bowl withvibrant fruit flavored puffs that make breakfast feel
like a party. Each bite isa blast of nostalgia, bringing back memories
of those pesky Tricks commercials where therabbit always got the short end of the
stick. Tricks are all about thatfruity flavor explosion. They might not taste
exactly like real fruit, but whocares when they're this fun. Plus,
(04:00):
the shapes have changed over the years, from simple balls to fruit shapes and
back again, keeping things interesting.Tricks are a breakfast classic that prove you're
never too old to enjoy a bitof childhood whimsy. Follow your nose to
number six, where fruit loops bringa tropical twist to your morning routine.
These colorful rings of joy are amedley of fruit flavors that somehow combine to
(04:23):
create a taste all their own.With two cansam as your guide, you're
in for a breakfast adventure that's asfun as it is flavorful. Fruit loops
are all about that bright, happycrunch. Each ring is a burst of
sweetness, making it hard to stopat just one bowl, and the best
part the rainbow milk at the bottom, a sugary finale to your fruity feast.
(04:44):
Whether you're a kid or just akid at heart, fruit loops are
a timeless treat that turns breakfast intoa celebration. Swooping in at number five
is Count Chocular, the cereal thatbrings a bit of Halloween to your breakfast
table all year round. With chocolateycereal bits and marshmallow go posts. Count
Schocular is the Dracula of the cerealworld. Charming, dark and a bit
mischievous, It's the perfect way tostart your day with a hint of spooky
(05:08):
sweetness. Count Chocula isn't just acereal, it's an experience. The rich
chocolate flavor combined with those sweet,melty marshmallows creates a deliciously eerie mix that's
hard to resist. And let's notforget the Count himself with his goofy grin
and cape, making breakfast a bitmore theatrical with Count Chocula every morning as
(05:29):
a monster mash of flavor, Magicallydelicious and eternally charming, Lucky Charms land
in the number four spot. Thiscereal is a whimsical mix of frosted oats
and colorful marshmallow shapes, parts stars, horseshoes, clovers, and blue moons,
to name a few. Each spoonfulis like a treasure hunt, with
bursts of sweetness hidden among the crunchyoats. Lucky Charms are all about those
(05:53):
marshmallows, or marbits as they're officiallyknown. They're the star of the show,
adding a playful twist to each bike, and with Lucky the Leprecorn constantly
on the run from kids trying tosteal his cereal, there's always a bit
of magic and mischief in every bowl. It's a cereal that makes you feel
like a kid again, no matterhow old you are. Sliding into the
(06:14):
number three spot is Cinnamon Toast Crunch, the cereal that brings the flavor of
cinnamon toast straight to your bowl.These little squares are coated with a perfect
blend of cinnamon and sugar, deliveringa sweet, crunchy experience that's hard to
beat. It's like having dessert forbreakfast, and who could say no to
that? Cinnamon toast Crunch is allabout that irresistible crunch and the way the
(06:35):
cinnamon sugar swirls dissolve into your milk, creating a deliciously sweet finale. It's
a cereal that's simple yet indulgent,making every morning feel like a special treat.
Plus those crazy commercials with the sentientsquares eating each other add a touch
of humor to your breakfast routine.It's a crunchy, cinnamon sugar delight that
(06:55):
never gets old. Number two FrostedFlakes. Great Frosted Flakes take the runner
up spot with their classic combination ofcrunchy corn flakes and a sweet frosting that
makes every bite a delight. Ledby the ever enthusiastic Tony the Tiger,
this cereal has been a breakfast staplefor generations, providing that perfect balance of
sweetness and crunch that keeps you comingback for more. Frosted Flakes are all
(07:20):
about simplicity done right. The frostedcoating adds just the right amount of sweetness,
turning plain corn flakes into a morningtreat. And who can resist Tony's
infectious positivity. With every bowl offrosted flakes, you're not just getting a
tasty breakfast, You're getting a peptalk from a tiger who believes you can
do anything. It's a classic fora reason. Don't go anywhere, folks.
(07:44):
We're taking a quick break to letthe milk refill. When we come
back, we'll reveal the number oneGimmicky breakfast Cereal. Trust me, you
won't want to miss it. Welcomeback to the Top eleven. We've crunched
(08:05):
through some of the most iconic andsugary cereals out there, and now it's
time for the grand finale. Drumroll, Please, let's unveil the number
one Gimmicky breakfast Cereal. All handson deck for the number one spot.
Cap'n crunch. This iconic cereal,with its unmistakable yellow puffs and sweet crunchy
texture has been a breakfast favorite fordecades. The cap'n himself, with his
(08:26):
jaunty hat and ever present smile,has been guiding us through delicious mornings for
as long as we can remember.Cap'n Crunch is the perfect blend of sweetness
and crunch, making each bite adelightful experience. It's the kind of cereal
that turns even the gloomiest mornings intoan adventure. And let's be honest,
there's something comforting about the way ittears up the roof of your mouth just
(08:48):
a little bit. It's a breakfastrite of passage. With its enduring appeal
and timeless flavor, cap'n Crunch standstall as the ultimate gimmicky breakfast cereal.
And that's a wrap on the Topeleven Gimmicky breakfast cereals. Thanks for joining
us on this sugary journey down memorylane. Remember, breakfast is the most
(09:09):
important meal of the day, especiallywhen it's loaded with sugar and nostalgia.
The Top eleven is a production ofCalarroga Shark Media executive producers Mark Francis and
John McDermott. Portions of this podcastmay have been created with the assistance of AI
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