LAID OFF.

POPPED OFF.

LAID OFF.

POPPED OFF.

LAID OFF.

POPPED OFF.

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I'm Laid Off Dad

At my core, I’m just a dad who got laid off and decided to start popping instead of pouting. I handcraft every batch of kettle corn myself — small, simple, and full of fight. Every bag is proof that you can lose your job and still feed your family.

At my core, I’m just a dad who got laid off and decided to start popping instead of pouting. I handcraft every batch of kettle corn myself — small, simple, and full of fight. Every bag is proof that you can lose your job and still feed your family.

At my core, I’m just a dad who got laid off and decided to start popping instead of pouting. I handcraft every batch of kettle corn myself — small, simple, and full of fight. Every bag is proof that you can lose your job and still feed your family.

My Kettle Corn

CLASSIC KETTLE CORN

SWEET / SALTY / SATISFYING

$11.99

Crisp, small-batch popcorn that started it all. Popped by hand, balanced by instinct, and proof that losing your job can taste pretty damn good.

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CHEESY CARAMEL

LIGHT / CRUNCY / HONEST

$11.99

A little sweet. A little cheese. A lot of awesome. All popped by a dad who refuses to quit. This is your favorite "Chi-town" snack—minus the corporate markup.

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SWEET HEAT

LIMITED / WILD / NEVER THE SAME TWICE

$11.99

Small-batch maple habañero on top of kettle corn. Sweet, bold, and not overly spicy—and always popped with rebellion. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.

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SAMPLER PACK

ALL THREE FLAVORS / ONE FIGHTING SPIRIT

From $34.99

For the indecisive or the obsessed. A little sweet, a little salty, and a whole lot of comeback story.

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My Values

I believe in family, hard work, and popcorn that brings people together. Every bag I make is a small reminder that tough times can still taste sweet.

I believe in family, hard work, and popcorn that brings people together. Every bag I make is a small reminder that tough times can still taste sweet.

I believe in family, hard work, and popcorn that brings people together. Every bag I make is a small reminder that tough times can still taste sweet.

Events, Wholesale, & Fundraising

Need kettle corn for your next event, store, or fundraiser? I handle everything from local markets and brewery pop-ups to bulk orders and fundraisers.

Every bag is hand-popped, small-batch, and made with real grit. Tell me a little about what you’re planning below — and I’ll get back to you personally with pricing and details.