Podcast Episodes

KFC, Freddy’s and screwworms

KFC is testing a new concept.Screwworms could screw with beef prices. And Freddy’s is doing bowls. 

1 month ago

KFC, World Cup, tech

KFC is making a slow comeback. The World Cup is coming. And why technology hasn’t improved restaurant profits.

1 month ago

Shake Shack, jobs, Subway

Shake Shack had to deal with rib theft last month. Restaurants keep adding jobs. And Subway has a new digital channel. 

1 month ago

Raising Cane’s, Luckin Coffee and World Cup 2026

Raising Cane’s has another flagship coming to LA. Luckin Coffee is upgrading its beverage experience. And the World Cup is coming.

1 month ago

Pizza Hut, Dutch Bros and Logan’s Roadhouse.

The Pizza Hut sale appears to be happening. Dutch Bros taking on energy drink competition. And Logan’s Roadhouse is testing THC drinks.

1 month ago

McDonald’s, Shake Shack and Yum Brands

McDonald’s is going for the goal. Shake Shack is somewhat less optimistic. And Yum Brand is losing a top exec.

1 month, 1 week ago

Qdoba, Chipotle and Papa Johns

Qdoba has closed on a whole business securitization. Chipotle is testing happy hour. And Papa Johns is taking its Toy Story 5 collab to another plane…

1 month, 1 week ago

Chagee, Red Lobster, the economy

Chagee is having some success in the U.S. Red Lobster is leaving Times Square. And there are two economies in the U.S. 

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1 month, 1 week ago

Tilman Fertitta, Del Taco, Clover Food Lab

Tilman Fertitta is about to expand his hospitality empire in a big way. Del Taco is bringing back the $1 menu, sort of. And Clover Food Lab is shutti…

1 month, 1 week ago

Jersey Mike’s, Chili’s, Tropical Smoothie

Jersey Mike’s is apparently getting a new headquarters. Chili’s teamed up with Lizzo. And Tropical Smoothie is turning on its marketing engine.

1 month, 1 week ago