Podcasts about El Pollo Loco

Send us a text and chime in!El Pollo Loco officially welcomed customers during its soft opening on Monday, June 8, bringing its signature fire-grilled chicken and Mexican-inspired menu to Prescott Valley. The restaurant opened its doors at 10 a.m., giving community members an opportunity to be among the first to experience the newest dining option in town. Guests can enjoy a variety of menu items, including fire-grilled chicken meals, tostadas, burritos, bowls, salads and other favorites. Known for its citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chicken, El Pollo Loco has built a loyal following across the Southwest and continues to expand into new communities. The new Prescott Valley location is...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/el-pollo-loco-celebrates-soft-opening-in-prescott-valley/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Now every week Thursdays at 6pm you guys can join the livestream only ONLY ON PATREON and chat with the boys! Join the Ape Army Here!! https://www.patreon.com/c/TheModernApes https://www.patreon.com/c/TheModernApes https://www.patreon.com/c/TheModernApes Welcome back to another glorious episode of The Modern Apes Podcast, with your favorite hosts Tristan Bowling & Daniel Bridge-Gadd!! It's time for everyone's favorite type of episode...BRACKET WARZ!! This week Tristan & Daniel debate tournament style to see who is the true king of fast food! This is also the very first LIVE STREAM we have done on the cast! If you want to get the episode 3-4 days early and affect the show you got to be a part of the APE ARMY! Make sure to leave a comment for the algo lords and hit that hype thing cause we think it helps. 0:00 Join The Patreon 1:50 Opening Riffs 6:14 Combo Restaurants 18:33 Tristan's Birthday Present 21:20 Arby's vs. Jack in The Box 25:30 Auntie Annes vs. A&W 27:02 Boston Market vs. Burger King 29:36 Chick-Fil-A vs. Checkers 31:30 Chipotle vs. Cinnabon 33:48 Jimmy John's vs. Dairy Queen 40:45 Five Guys vs. Carls Jr. 42:41 In n' Out vs. White Castle 44:30 Jack in the Box vs. Auntie Annes 45:30 Burger King vs. Chick-Fil-A 49:00 Chipotle vs. Dairy Queen 49:15 Five Guys vs. In n' Out 50:39 Jack in the Box vs. Chick-Fil-A 52:30 Chipotle vs . In n' Out 53:50 Jack in the Box vs. In n' Out 55:32 El Pollo Loco vs. Taco Bell 57:27 Subway vs. Sonic 58:15 Wendy's vs. KFC 58:55 McDonalds vs. Long John Silvers 1:00:50 Quiznos vs. Steak & Shake 1:02:05 Duncan Donuts vs. Jersey Mikes 1:02:33 Panda Express vs. Panera 1:03:33 Popeye's vs. Whataburger 1:04:44 Taco Bell vs. Subway 1:05:03 Wendy's vs. McDonalds 1:10:01 Quiznos vs. Jersey Mike's 1:10:13 Panda Express vs. Whataburger 1:11:00 Taco Bell vs. Wendy's 1:17:23 Quiznos vs. Whataburger 1:17:30 Taco Bell vs. Whataburger 1:18:48 In n' Out vs. Whataburger 1:26:32 We Have A Winner!! 1:27:22 Patreon Names #comedy #restaurantstyle #restaurant #restaurants #bracket #tournament #standup #standupcomedy #killtony #roast #kevinhart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Papa Johns is taking to the skies. Pizza Hut is being sued by a franchisee over AI. And El Pollo Loco's turnaround effort is showing results.

Texas Roadhouse has been quietly adding more tech.  FAT Brands franchisees are making their own claims in the ongoing bankruptcy case. And El Pollo Loco's momentum accelerated in the first quarter.

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including Inspire Brands' plans to go public plus earnings results from 18 currently public restaurant companies. First up is the news that Inspire had filed documents with the SEC to go public — a move that Sam and Alicia have anticipated for a few years, yet nevertheless feels huge for a restaurant industry that has been fairly dormant as far as IPOs are concerned. The editors discuss what this means for Inspire and whether it could nudge other companies to jump into the public markets. Then they take a dive into the crazy spate of restaurant earnings, of which there were 18 over the course of the week. They start with the burger category, where McDonald's, Burger King, and Shake Shack reported positive results, while Wendy's continued a run of negative sales. How are McDonald's and Burger King leveraging operations and marketing to build momentum, while Wendy's keeps taking the hits? Sam and Alicia break it down. Next they move into the full-service sector, where it's mostly good news, as Texas Roadhouse, BJ's, and First Watch continue to thrive while Applebee's and Bloomin' Brands are showing signs of life. Why does casual dinging in particular seem to be succeeding in the midst of this economy? Sam and Alicia discuss. They then dig into other brands that reported this week, including Noodles & Co. and El Pollo Loco — both of which wowed with their results — plus Sweetgreen, which posted a staggering -12.8% sales drop the same week it introduced wraps to the menu. Finally, we share an interview between managing editor Leigh Anne Zinsmeister and Jeff's Bagel Run cofounders Jeff and Danielle Perera, recorded live at Restaurant Leadership Conference.For more on these stories: Dunkin' owner Inspire Brands files documents for an IPOBurger King's sales surge while Popeyes strugglesTexas Roadhouse sprints to best same-store sales since '24

Locked and Probably Loaded with DJ Qualls & Kelly Blackheart — chaos, camp, and candid confessions. In this episode DJ and Kelly riff on late-night movie nostalgia (A Chorus Line, Heathers), awkward theater memories, and the weird joy of revisiting cult favorites. They swap stories from emo nights at the Avalon, run-ins with fans, and drunkenly delightful takes on holiday/Hallmark comfort-watching — all with the show's signature absurdity and heart. Then the pair dive into modern annoyances: crushed Walmart chips (complete with Kelly's AI-made “microwaved crumbs” song), #mustardlife confessions (yes, there's a secret mustard compartment), public parenting pet peeves, and the creeping absurdity of AI — from gaslighting chatbots to fake-cry reality stars. Stick around for listener info, Patreon perks, and their usual tangents that spiral gloriously out of control. Chapters / Timecodes 00:00 — Intro & banter with Isaac 01:11 — A Chorus Line, musicals & campy nostalgia 05:12 — Heathers, Happy Campers & early roles talk 08:00 — Emo Night, Avalon memories & live music shoutouts 15:40 — Public pet peeves: escalators, kids & crowds 19:50 — Reality TV acting bootcamp & Erica Kirk fake crying roast 22:10 — AI experiments: texts-to-song, “fagot.com” riff, and microwaved crumbs track 25:48 — Crushed Walmart chips saga — the viral snack anthem 31:00 — Mustard obsession: secret compartment and condiment strategy 36:00 — AI gaslighting demos & tech paranoia (timers, spelling, resumes) 40:30 — GPS dependence, creativity, and why convenience can be a trap 44:15 — Patreon, live happy hour, call-ins & how to support the show 46:30 — Lost phones, travel habits, Tile recs & pocket vs. purse philosophy 51:00 — Food loves: El Pollo Loco burrito orders, sauces & signature habits 53:30 — Sign-off, plugs, and outro   Best YouTube Tags (SEO-optimized) comedy podcast, DJ Qualls, Kelly Blackheart, Locked and Probably Loaded, podcast highlights, celebrity podcast, comedy clips, emo night, Avalon club, A Chorus Line, Heathers movie, crushed chips, Walmart chips, microwaved crumbs song, mustard compartment, AI fails, chatbot gaslighting, fake crying, Erica Kirk (reality), pop culture podcast, Patreon podcast, listener Q&A Hashtags #ComedyPodcast #DJQualls #KellyBlackheart #LockedAndProbablyLoaded #AICreativity #PodcastHighlights #EmoNight #MustardLife #ChipsSong #PopCultureComedy #DJQualls #KellyBlackheart #LockedandProbablyLoaded #loadedpod #LockedandProbablyloadedpodcast, #DJQuallsPodcast #Supernatural #SPNfamily, Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Starbucks is spending $100 million on its Nashville support center. Steak n Shake has a new chief maha officer. And P.F. Chang's and El Pollo Loco announced big plans at RLC.Learn more about Menu Masters: https://menumastersevent.com/?utm_source=skot&utm_medium=radio&utm_campaign=mm26&utm_content=podcast

We can continue to expect menu innovation at El Pollo Loco. Bread Zeppelin wants the world to know they stuffed salad into bread long before Panera. And a breakfast and brunch chain is expanding into lunch.Learn more about Menu Masters: https://menumastersevent.com/?utm_source=skot&utm_medium=radio&utm_campaign=mm26&utm_content=podcast

Send us a text and chime in!El Pollo Loco is making visible progress at 7860 E State Route 69, where demolition of the former KFC building is now fully underway. The work marks a major step in bringing the popular fire-grilled chicken chain to Prescott Valley, with the site now being cleared for redevelopment. The new location is expected to open in late April to early May, though an official grand opening date has not yet been announced. As demolition continues, residents can expect to see the property quickly transform in the coming weeks as construction moves forward. Catch up with more Local News Stories on Signals... For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/when-will-el-pollo-loco-open-in-prescott-valley/Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Maggiano's is looking for big eaters. Chipotle has another new sauce. And El Pollo Loco is upgrading its rewards program.

Some Kona Grills will soon be converted to other brands. El Pollo Loco is ready to grow again. And Sweetgreen wants to be a lifestyle brand again.

The Conway Show celebrates a major milestone — the Sweet 16, marking January 18th, 2010 as the day it all started right here on KFI. Plus, American Vision Windows opens a brand-new store in Indio, and Tim shares stories from meeting some incredible listeners along the way. It’s a beautiful day for the MLK Parade, but news breaks out of Leimert Park with reports of an assault on a police officer. Meanwhile, Toyota announces a massive $10 billion investment to build more cars in America. Then things get fun with dog talk apps — repeating “dog talk” back to your dog — and why dogs may be way smarter than we give them credit for. We circle back with the latest updates from Leimert Park, wrap with what’s hot at El Pollo Loco, and take a look at signs that LA film and TV production may finally be starting to come back. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Krispy Kreme is refranchising. El Pollo Loco is bolstering its board of directors. And Taco Bell keeps adding to its beverage lineup.

It's a good time to be a chicken chain. New concepts are taking off and legacy brands, like the 50-year-old El Pollo Loco, are poised for serious growth. The fire-grilled chicken brand, currently open in eight states, is planning a larger expansion. In this episode, Jill Adams, the brand's chief marketer, talks customer expectations, AI for better and more efficient marketing efforts, and why she's optimistic restaurants will have a good 2026.

How is El Pollo Loco giving customers value without giving up profits?This week's episode of the Restaurant Business podcast A Deeper Dive features Liz Williams, CEO of the fast-food chicken chain. El Pollo Loco just reported a decline in same-store sales with an increase in traffic and restaurant-level profits. Generally speaking when customers pay less per order it's hard to generate profit growth. Williams explains how the company did this.But we talk about a lot of other things, including the company's development strategy—it just opened its 500th restaurant—and the difficulty of operating in California, especially these days.We also talk about the chain's plan for beverages and why that's a huge opportunity. And the company is testing a couple of intriguing chicken products. This is a great conversation with Liz Williams so please check it out. 

Popeyes is working through a slump. El Pollo Loco is improving profitability, and New York's Waldorf Astoria is back and better than ever.

Discusión y análisis sobre las últimas noticias del mundo geek con un toque de amargura, en este episodio:00:00 - Intro24:21 - Lucha Pokémon!33:31 - Pokémon y ICE son cosas que no se combinan41:23 - Pocket Pair no le teme a Nintendo 51:07 - Doug Bowser se retira como CEO de Nintendo America56:16 - Volver ilegales las Lootboxes01:04:01 - Mercancia bloqueada detrás de trofeo?Eso y más en #AkibaCafé!Escucha y/o descarga el Podcast completo en:| Spotify: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/akibacafeAri: | Redes Sociales: linktr.ee/akibaplayerJim:| Redes Sociales: linktr.ee/jimgarcia#CMLL #Pokémon #Nintendo #Lootboxes #PlayStation

 Hour 1 (9.8.2025) Sepulveda Pass: A fatal crash involving a pedestrian shuts down several southbound 405 Freeway lanes. Meanwhile, crews were also clearing homeless encampments and brush in the Sepulveda Basin. Supreme Court Ruling: Michael Monks discussed the Court lifting restrictions on L.A. immigration stops, which had been imposed after past sweeps mistakenly detained U.S. citizens. Light Moment: Monks joked about his old job running the register at El Pollo Loco in DTLA, sparking a quick “what's your order?” conversation. Legal Action: California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit over inhumane conditions at L.A. County jails. Local Politics: A push to repeal L.A.'s $30 minimum wage for hotel workers failed to gather enough support to qualify for the ballot. 

Camilo Ochoa, conocido en redes sociales como El Alucín, fue un influencer que llamó la atención por su lujoso estilo de vida y sus vínculos con el crimen organizado. Hijo del fundador de la cadena "El Pollo Loco", pasó de una vida acomodada a involucrarse con cárteles, lo que lo puso en la mira de poderosos enemigos. El 16 de agosto de 2025, fue atacado en su propia casa en Morelos. Un sicario lo sorprendió dentro y lo mató a tiros. Investigaciones y grabaciones de audio filtradas sugieren que Dámaso López Serrano, alias El Mini Lic., pudo haber ordenado el crimen en represalia por traiciones y denuncias pasadas de Ochoa. Este caso no solo expone la fragilidad de quienes están asociados con estos círculos, sino también la guerra silenciosa que se libra entre facciones del narcotráfico y su impacto en los creadores de contenido. ¿Qué secretos ocultaba El Alucín? ¿Fue víctima de sus propias decisiones o de una venganza inevitable? Entra a happymammoth.com usando PEPEMISTERIO y recibe 15 % de descuento en tu primer pedido._________________Distribuido por Genuina Media

The Pizookie continues to be a big traffic driver for BJ's. El Pollo Loco is focusing on value. And expect to see a lot more delivery robots on the sidewalk.

Dave's Hot Chicken has a new owner, while El Pollo Loco could get one soon. Plus, is a chicken wrap battle brewing?

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What if Anthony Michael Hall wasn't the face of 1980s teen angst? What if instead of starring in The Breakfast Club, he was flipping omelets at a diner or selling insurance in suburban Chicago? This week on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito, we dive into the alternate reality of one of the most recognizable faces from John Hughes’ iconic coming-of-age films. Anthony Michael Hall — the original “geek” who made awkward cool — joins Jeff to talk about what could have been if Hollywood hadn’t come calling. Hall shot to fame with a string of unforgettable roles in Sixteen Candles, Weird Science, and The Breakfast Club, becoming the go-to actor for every lovable outsider in 80s cinema. But he wasn’t just a teen dream. He broke molds again by becoming the youngest cast member ever on Saturday Night Live at just 17 years old — a bold move that showed his comedic range and fearless ambition. Over the years, Hall has shed the high school persona and proven his versatility in serious roles — from the gritty The Dead Zone to portraying Whitey Ford in 61 and even embodying a cold-hearted villain in The Dark Knight. But despite the evolution, one question remains: What job would Anthony Michael Hall be doing today if he never got that lucky break? Many stars have walked a thin line between fame and flipping burgers. Remember Kanye West’s stint at The Gap? Or Brad Pitt sweating it out in a chicken suit for El Pollo Loco? Hall might’ve ended up a music producer, a writer, or even a motivational speaker — but one thing’s for sure: he never saw himself as just a jobber.

Steak n Shake's owner has his eyes on a chicken chain. Dave & Buster's is airing some recent mistakes. And Smalls Sliders has a new CEO.

El Pollo Loco has some of the lowest turnover in the industry, CEO Liz Williams tells Bloomberg Intelligence. In this episode of the Choppin’ It Up podcast, Williams sits down with BI’s senior restaurant and food-service analyst Michael Halen to discuss the company’s plans to implement technology to improve the employee and customer experience. She also comments on El Pollo Loco’s brand relaunch, remodels, margin expansion and new food items, including quesadillas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a career spanning finance, operations, and brand leadership, Liz Williams knows a thing or two about shaking up the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry. She discusses the art of brand reinvention, sharing how El Pollo Loco is modernizing its look, embracing technology, and staying true to its bold, citrus-marinated flavors. Liz unpacks the growing consumer demand for fresh, high-quality fast food, the power of digital engagement and customer loyalty, and the delicate balance between innovation and preserving what makes a brand iconic.Key Takeaways:Liz shares how El Pollo Loco is modernizing its restaurants, with half of its locations undergoing a redesign to enhance customer experience and brand consistency.The sauce matters! El Pollo Loco's Salsa Verde has developed a loyal following, leading to discussions on potential retail expansion.Liz explains the company's buy-over-build tech approach, partnering with Google, Olo, and Quickserve to optimize operations and streamline customer service.QSR vs. fast casual – El Pollo Loco is redefining its market position by combining QSR speed and convenience with fast casual quality and fresh ingredients to appeal to evolving consumer preferences.Hot takes: Liz plays “Hot or Not,” sharing her thoughts on limited-time offers (LTOs), celebrity-owned restaurants, and the growing sauce trend shaping modern foodservice. Trivia challenges and restaurant-themed games highlight how El Pollo Loco is using interactive content to engage customers and build brand loyalty.The branding playbook – Liz and the team discuss the power of storytelling, brand clarity, and how to communicate a strong identity to consumers.Thank you for tuning in to Hospitality Hangout, brought to you by Branded Hospitality Ventures. Stay connected for more captivating stories, industry trends, and expert insights shaping the future of hospitality. Episode Credits:Produced by: Branded Hospitality MediaHosted by: Michael Schatzberg, JImmy FrischlingProducer: Julie ZuckerCreative Director: Adam LevineShow Runner: Drewe RaimiPost Production: Three Cheers Creativewww.thehospitalityhangout.com

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss Alicia's time at Taco Bell's Live Mas Live event in New York City, where company leaders announced that they would double their menu rollouts in 2025. Sam and Alicia discuss the rarefied air that Taco Bell occupies, where it's built a cult-like following among younger consumers and can continue to leverage new menu items to build incredible momentum. They also talk about four companies that reported sales results this week: three that turned in a positive performance (Cracker Barrel, Potbelly, El Pollo Loco) and one that did not (Dine Brands). And they tackle Alicia's recent story on all of the chains that are cutting SKUs from their kitchens, including Starbucks, Papa Johns, and Einstein Bros. In this week's extra serving, senior editor Ron Ruggless joins to talk about Wendy's announcement that it planned to add another 1,000 locations, targeting international growth in particular while also appealing to more young and Hispanic consumers. Finally, we share an interview between managing editor Leigh Anne Zinsmeister and Pizza Guys president and CEO Shapour Nejad. For more on these stories: Taco Bell is doubling the pace of its menu innovations this yearSeveral restaurant chains are reducing the size of their pantriesCracker Barrel's comeback continues as same-store sales grow 4.7%Wendy's expects to grow to more than 8,000 units by 2028

The ad that has everyone saying, "whoa."Lyle Yetman | Co-CCOThe best thing that ever happened to Lyle's advertising career was not getting hired as an account person at BBDO. He would have sucked at that. Instead, he became a writer. After getting his master's at the VCU Brandcenter, Lyle left his Boston roots, moved out west, and started his career at BSSP, where he worked on MINI, Chipotle, and El Pollo Loco, created the Priceline Negotiator and made award-winning spots for Google, among others. His work has been recognized by the One Show, Cannes Lions, Clios, Art Directors Club, Communication Arts, and the Effies. At McKinney, he is Co-Chief Creative Officer, overseeing all the work from the Durham and New York offices, including Little Caesars, Puma, Popeyes, and ESPN, where he continues to do award-winning work. He's got a deep and abiding love of telling stories and finding the untapped potential in every brand. After 19 years in the business, he could probably hack it as an account person now. No, he couldn't. That's a lie.Kerry O'Connor | Group Strategy DirectorKerry started her career working in communications for the Navy in Washington, D.C., before deciding to pursue a career in advertising. She attended the VCU Brandcenter where she graduated with an MS in business and a concentration in branding and strategy. Kerry joined McKinney in 2015 and honed her passion for insights on brands like CarMax, Jared, and ESPN. She was promoted to strategy director in 2021 and is creating award-winning work using her strategy smarts on Sherwin-Williams and Little Caesars. Outside of advertising, Kerry is working her way through the NYTimes Cooking archives.

Valentine's Day is fast approaching and many restaurants are offering the usual romantic dinners for two. But this year, even coffee cafes and smoothie bowl concepts are spreading the love with specials themed to the holiday. Pat and Bret chat about the trend, and how restaurants are not just targeting couples anymore. An OpenTable survey found that groups and singles are increasingly dining out on or before Valentine's Day. So candy-topped milkshakes, strawberry lattes and heart-shaped doughnuts make perfect sense.  Valentine's Day and Super Bowl vie for attention every February, with heart-shaped pizzas and chicken wings competing on menus. Speaking of wings, Bret came across a couple of new sauces recently. El Pollo Loco introduced its first new flavor in almost a decade—mango habanero. The sauce taps into the sweet-heat trend that we've been seeing a lot of lately. And WNBA star Angel Reese partnered with McDonald's on a new smoky barbecue sauce. It's flavoring a quarter-pounder rather than chicken, and this is the first time the burger giant is collaborating with a female athlete.  Our guest this week is Chris Smith, CEO of Zunzi's and Zunzibar based in Savannah, Georgia. Zunzi's started as a hole-in-the-wall sandwich shop and now has multiple locations in Georgia and South Carolina and is expanding to Florida. Zunzibar has a topnotch mixology program but manages to project a relaxed, tropical vibe—a formula that has proven to be a winning combination.  Listen as Smith talks about how he's built a team culture that's as unique as these two concepts. 

 My guest this week is Andy Rebhun. Andy joined as Chief Experience Officer in 2023. From 2019 to 2023, he held several senior leadership positions at El Pollo Loco, including Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President of Digital. Prior to that, he served in various marketing and digital leadership roles at McDonald's Corporation in Boston, Chicago, and Atlanta. Andy began his career in the Accelerated Marketing Development Program at Ford Motor Company. He holds a B.A. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. 

Jon and Kim discuss dim sum and the regular number of chicken feet you want to eat. They also frown upon pumpkin spice potato chips.Hosted by Kim Chi (@kimchi_chic) and Jon Kung (@JonKung)Produced by Rob PeraArt by @Mamobot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a Text Message.Join us on this episode of Give an Ovation as we welcome back Andy Rebhun, the Chief Experience Officer at CAVA. With a rich background in leadership roles at Ford Motor Company, McDonald's, and El Pollo Loco, Andy shares invaluable insights into the restaurant industry's best practices. We dive deep into the importance of consistency, culture, and authenticity in creating exceptional guest experiences. Whether you're a small restaurant brand or a large chain, Andy's advice on building a guest-centric brand, breaking down silos, and developing a cohesive brand voice will help you elevate your restaurant's successThanks, Andy!

Nota: Este episodio es del 2022 Francisco Ochoa, mejor conocido como Don Pancho, es fundador y dueño de “El pollo loco”, una de las cadenas de restaurantes de comida rápida mexicana más exitosa de LATAM. Además, hace algunos años abrió otras dos empresas: Taco Palenque y Palenque Grill. El negocio de Don Pancho tiene cerca de 50 años funcionando y creciendo continuamente. A tan solo 5 años de su fundación, abrieron una sucursal en Los Ángeles California, y desde entonces tienen en México más de 50 sucursales, 600 distribuidas en Estados Unidos, Malasia, Filipinas, Japón, Singapur y Sudamérica. El reconocimiento de Don Pancho Ochoa es tan grande que tiene su placa en el Paseo de la Fama de Las Vegas, Nevada, y hasta Elon Musk ya probó su comida. Así de popular es su negocio. Algunos de los temas que platicamos fueron:

This week on the Extra Serving podcast, a product of Nation's Restaurant News, NRN editors Holly Petre, Sam Oches, and Leigh Anne Zinsmeister continued to speak about this quarter's earnings.Since the editors last gathered for the pod, several companies have reported, including Bloomin' Brands, El Pollo Loco, and Texas Roadhouse.The editors mentioned Texas Roadhouse last week, anticipating the brand's positive returns, and that's exactly what was reported. The chain saw 4% traffic growth, slightly less than at Chipotle, and same-store sales growth of almost 8% across the system.Much like KFC, Wendy's is looking to its international market for help during this rough financial time.Meanwhile, Shake Shack and El Pollo Loco are investing heavily in kiosks and seeing returns.And much like the editors talked about last week, speed of service is key for many brands, and that includes family-dining chains. First Watch is now investing in technology to speed up service time for customers.This week, there are three interviews from the Restaurant Leadership Conference, with executives from Dave's Hot Chicken, Newk's Eatery, and Union Square Hospitality Group.

It's our favorite JB: the one and only Josh Brolin. El Pollo Loco commercials, contrast, a celebrity death match, and is Dune a real place? Rest your rifle on your boot… on an all-new SmartLess.Also, our friend and actress D'Arcy Carden stops by to talk about her new SmartLess Media podcast, "WikiHole," a comedic trivia show about the bizarre and intriguing connections on Wikipedia.https://wondery.com/links/wikihole-with-darcy-carden/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Quiz yourself on these fun things about Christmas Songs, courtesy of Crowdpurr.com! Fact of the Day: Brad Pitt's first job was at an El Pollo Loco restaurant on Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles, where he had to dance in a chicken suit to attract customers.  THE FIRST TRIVIA QUESTION STARTS AT 01:53 SUPPORT THE SHOW MONTHLY, LISTEN AD-FREE FOR JUST $1 A MONTH: www.Patreon.com/TriviaWithBudds SUPPORT THE SHOW WITH SWAG ON ETSY:  Trivia books, shirts, & more! GET A CUSTOM EPISODE FOR YOUR LOVED ONES:  Email ryanbudds@gmail.com Theme song by www.soundcloud.com/Frawsty Bed Music:  Synthwave 1 by Frank Schroeter Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9699-synthwave-1 License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license http://TriviaWithBudds.comhttp://Facebook.com/TriviaWithBudds http://Instagram.com/ryanbudds Book a party, corporate event, or fundraiser anytime by emailing ryanbudds@gmail.com or use the contact form here: https://www.triviawithbudds.com/contact SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL MY AMAZING PATREON SUBSCRIBERS INCLUDING:   Linda Elswick Carter A. Fourqurean Bill Bavar Courtney Cassal Daniel Hoisington-McArthur Paula Wetterhahn Justin Cone Steven LongSue FirstKC Khoury Keith MartinTonya CharlesBen Katelyn Turner Ryan Ballantine Justly Maya Brandon Lavin Kathy McHale Selectronica Chuck Nealen Courtney French Nikki Long Jenny Santomauro Jon Handel Mark Zarate Keiva BranniganLaura PalmerLauren Glassman John Taylor Dean Bratton Mona B Pate Hogan Kristy Donald Fuller Erin Burgess Chris Arneson Trenton Sullivan Josh Gregovich Jen and NicJessica Allen Michele Lindemann Ben Stitzel Michael Redman Timothy HeavnerHarlie WestJeff Foust Sarah Snow-BrineRichard Lefdal Rebecca Meredith Leslie Gerhardt Myles Bagby Jenna Leatherman Vernon Heagy Albert Thomas Kimberly Brown Tracy Oldaker Sara Zimmerman Madeleine Garvey Jenni Yetter Alexandra Pepin Brendan JohnB Patrick Leahy Dillon Enderby John Mihaljevic James Brown Christy Shipley Pamela Yoshimura Cody Roslund Clayton Polizzi Alexander Calder Mark Haas Ricky Carney Paul McLaughlin Manny Cortez Casey OConnor Willy Powell Robert Casey Rich Hyjack Matthew Frost Joe Jermolowicz Brian Salyer Greg Bristow Megan Donnelly Jim Fields Mo Martinez Luke Mckay Simon Time Feana Nevel Brian WilliamsJordania of Zeilingrisk

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As "The Dark-Robed Lord" Vader shoots a high energy ray at the solar panel of Leia's spacecraft, John Parton returns to the podcast to dive into the the joys of Darth Vader riding a triceratops, the culinary magic of El Pollo Loco, and the history of 1980's China and lianhuanhua leading up to the creation of this unique Star Wars comic.

Sweetgreen wants to open at least seven more automated restaurants next year.  Larry Roberts is stepping down as president and CEO of El Pollo Loco. And Wendy's is convincing franchisees to build new units.

Drag Superstar Madame LaQueer gets Very Scary Delta as she joins Delta Work on one more of the world's premiere Haunted Public Access Podcast and YouTube Talk Show! Madame and Delta talk about it all: marijuana, grandmas, El Pollo Loco, LaBearja, and the Madame LaQueer video game! Plus, Delta goes off on Very Delta restaurant innovations!Listen to Very Delta Ad-Free AND One Day Early on MOM Plus Send us an e-mail at readmedelta@gmail.com FOLLOW DELTA@deltawork VERY THAT IS A FOREVER DOG AND MOGULS OF MEDIA (M.O.M.) PODCAST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Drag Superstar Madame LaQueer gets Very Scary Delta as she joins Delta Work on one more of the world's premiere Haunted Public Access Podcast and YouTube Talk Show! Madame and Delta talk about it all: marijuana, grandmas, El Pollo Loco, LaBearja, and the Madame LaQueer video game! Plus, Delta goes off on Very Delta restaurant innovations! Listen to Very Delta Ad-Free AND One Day Early on MOM Plus   Send us an e-mail at readmedelta@gmail.com   FOLLOW DELTA @deltawork   VERY THAT IS A FOREVER DOG AND MOGULS OF MEDIA (M.O.M.) PODCAST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark and Tom talk about the nation of wimps we're breeding and squawk about listener pushback regarding a few topics covered on a previous episode about Taylor Swift, Joe Biden and the restaurant, “El Pollo Loco”. Also, texts from listeners, classic TV trivia, Celebrity Rant (a listener could do without Meghan Markle), Listener Rant and more squawking.We would greatly appreciate you recommending the Radioactive Rant Podcast to someone you know!Here are some other ways to check-out Radioactive Rant:Online: Radioactive Rant WebsiteVideo: Radioactive Rant YouTube ChannelSocial: Radioactive Rant on Twitter

When you think about the evolution of the fast-casual restaurant industry, digital innovation might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But for those of us tuned into the latest episode of Fast Casual Nation, digital marketing's role in revolutionizing the customer experience became crystal clear.We had the pleasure of sitting down with Gabe Alonso, Vice President of Digital Marketing at El Pollo Loco. Gabe's 15+ years of experience across music, entertainment, apparel, and food and beverage gives him a unique perspective. Having led digital strategies for giants like PepsiCo, Activision, and Nike, Gabe's dynamic career journey has now brought him to El Pollo Loco.The allure of the food sector for Gabe? A chance to intimately connect with the Hispanic culture. Though El Pollo Loco finds its roots in Mexican heritage and Gabe is of Cuban descent, the essence of food and familial bonds remains a shared thread. Gabe keenly observes the rising influence of Latino culture in mainstream media, echoing the successes of artists like Bad Bunny and Karol G. His ambition: position El Pollo Loco to ride this cultural wave.But the episode didn't stop there. A major focal point was the transformation of El Pollo Loco's loyalty program. Gabe unveiled a shift from a simple point-based system to a tiered, gamified structure. Every dollar spent earns the customer 100 points, with the flexibility to redeem rewards across varying tiers. The introduction of multipliers as you climb the ranks? Simply genius. It's an engaging method to keep customers coming back, making them feel a part of the El Pollo Loco "Familia."One intriguing takeaway was Gabe's approach to influencer partnerships. It isn't just about roping in food bloggers. El Pollo Loco's collaborations span artists, dancers, and family influencers, ensuring the brand's core values of flavor, family, culture, and craft resonate across a wider audience.Drawing from his time at Nike, Gabe stressed the necessity of centering the consumer in marketing strategies. The future, as he sees it, is in tech-driven restaurants with a strong emphasis on labor efficiencies. With machine learning to predict customer preferences and AI tailoring offers, El Pollo Loco is well on its path to shaping the future of fast-casual dining.In essence, if you're in the restaurant and foodservice industry don't miss this episode, filled with a treasure trove of insights. We've seen the future of fast-casual dining, and with forward-thinkers like Gabe Alonso at the helm, the future of fast-casual dining promises to be vibrant, tech-savvy, and innovative. Dive into the conversation, and while you're at it, maybe grab a Tostada from El Pollo Loco – Gabe's recommendation!Are you as intrigued by the innovations in the fast-casual industry as we are? Keep it locked on Fast Casual Nation for more insights and industry trends.

How do you build cultural relevance for your brand in the current restaurant landscape? Authentically honor heritage while fostering a genuine connection with today and tomorrow's target audience? Gabe Alonso, the VP of Digital Marketing at El Pollo Loco, joins QSR editors Danny Klein and Ben Coley to dive into the evolving world of restaurant marketing, from revamping a rewards program to reaching diners where they are.

Which game ties you up in knots? How deep is your love? What food will Brian order from El Pollo Loco? Stuff I Never Knew Trivia Game Show tests your knowledge with facts you may have never known before! Host Jeff Revilla welcomes three guests to play three rounds of high stakes trivia.  My guests tonight are: Victor Antunez Author of: The Autism & Special Needs Family Relocation Blueprint miamiautismdad.com Charlie Osborn Conjuring Oddities https://www.conjuringoddities.com/ Brian Ortega https://brianjortega.com/ Our Rounds Tonight are: ROUND 1: Tri Bonds ROUND 2: Products, Print and People + Name 5 ROUND 3: Battle for of all the tacos! Stuff I Never Knew Trivia Game Show tests your knowledge with facts you may have never known before! Full Audio and Video available at: https://stuffineverknew.com

This week we are honored to have Alex Estrada who owns and operates Pale Moon Ranch studio with us at The Musicians Guild. Alex is an engineer, producer and musician. He has made recordings for bands such as Joyce Manor, Touché Amoré, NAILS, and Xibalba among many others. Alex is also a legit vegan cook and walks the talk as he is a strong reference point for great plant based recipes and meals. Alex approaches his musical work and living style with a thoughtfulness and intent that I find carries an energy in a strong and great way; both seriously and with a sense of humor. We talk about Alex growing up with his father being a well known mariachi leading Mariachi Sol De Mexico, how bands can rehearse better, helping music scenes thrive on both a large and small scale, his vegan version of El Pollo Loco, tending to a rural property, excessive mix revisions from bands, preferred approaches to making records and lots more. Thank you all for being wonderful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

En este episodio "Camilo" cuenta acerca de la empresa familiar de pollos que su padre hizo famosa en México y Estados Unidos, como fue que se abrió el primer "Pollo Loco" el trabajo que le dieron al actor "Brad Pitt" como botarga, el problema de vender franquicias a personas irresponsables, la competencia que le quisieron hacer al negocio de pollos, restaurantes que estafan, la razón por la que su padre lo quiso alejar de todo lo malo, los lujos que tuvo desde que era niño gracias al negocio, las pollerías que hay en México con el mismo nombre, la gente de bajos recursos es la que más come pollo asado, el precio económico que cuesta producir comida en México, el origen de los restaurantes "El Pollo Loco" como aprendió desde niño a tenerle valor al dinero de su trabajo.

Zoey Deutch and Rob Lowe are behind the mic and talking about all things performance. On today's episode, you'll hear how auditioning for roles in the 80s differs from auditioning today, what prompted Zoey to become a producer, and how to cope as an actor when you don't get the part you want. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show!

Andy Rebhun is the Chief Marketing Officer of El Pollo Loco. El Pollo Loco traces its origin to Mexico in the 1970s. Famous for their citrus-marinated fire-grilled chicken, El Pollo Loco is now a nearly-billion-dollar brand in the U.S., with about 500 owned and franchised restaurants in six western states.This is Andy's first CMO role. He is an accomplished global marketing executive who has delivered first-to-market products and profitable growth for billion-dollar brands across Fortune 50 companies, including McDonalds Corporation and Ford Motor Company. He's known as an engaging leader who operates with agility – motivating employees and franchisees at both general office and regional environments, employing innovation, data, insights and business acumen.In this episode, Andy shares what it was like transitioning into his first CMO role, lessons learned from marketing for major brands such as McDonald's and Ford Motor Company, the book the changed his life, Designing Your New Work Life. Plus – he shares how to stay relevant on TikTok.Check out the first edition of The CMO Podcast Magazine. In it, host Jim Stengel talks to marketers and executives about how to become an inclusive leader and the ways they're promoting DE&I (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion).This includes discussions about initiatives they're implementing in their company, how they're succeeding, and why DE&I is vital to their bottom line. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

TUESDAY!!! The one, the only, from the podcast The Bitch Bible Jackie F*CKING Schimmel (insta @jackieschimmel)! We had a blast. Hope you dig it! Plus, RIP Leslie Jordan, Andy apologizes to Garcelle, and boots on the ground about Ramona Singer at Bravocon! Go sign up for the patreon too if you want to be added to our What'sApp BravoCon message list! Released two new patreon only eps this weekend! patreon.com/sobaditsgood If you want to watch this on youtube go and subscribe to the so bad its good YouTube page! Go check it out! https://youtu.be/ngGQDuwbBRw I have decided to cover my new favorite reality show Netflix's Selling the OC from the creator of Selling Sunset. It's insane! Kate Legako (friend of the pod @middlekate) joins me to recap. If you want to hear recaps of the 8 episodes go sign up at patreon.com/sobaditsgood. Also, the Kardashian episodes will all be on the patreon only starting next week. Also, So Bad It's Good has merch now! Go to www.sobaditsgoodmerch.com to order yours TODAY! Also, So Bad It's Good has a voicemail now! 323-425-9542. Pleas feel free to call with your thoughts! If you do you are giving me full permission to use on the show! Also, I'm on CAMEO. I'll be filming in Dorit's Room so sign up today at cameo.com and search Ryan Bailey! Have a great week guys! Remember to subscribe and join me Monday thru Thursday for interviews with podcasters and reality stars, show recaps, Garth and Justin, Bill and Becky Bailey and so much more!! Plus, tell your friends. I, honestly, think there is something for everyone in these pods. The more the merrier!  ALSO GO CHECK OUT THE PATREON patreon.com/sobaditsgood. Support what we are doing here. THANK YOUUUUUUU!!!!! If you're enjoying the insane amount of blood, sweat and literal tears of this pod consider telling a friend or rating us 5 stars on iTunes! Special shoutout to Maritza Lopez (Insta: @maritza.gif) for all of her insanely hard work creating these beautiful pieces of art on my instagram and patreon page!!  Time Stamps are below. Use them. They are your friend. This pod isn't meant to be digested all at once! Contact me on Insta if you need me to send them to you if you can't find them! 4:00-Show Notes/Andy apologizes/RIP Leslie Jordan 11:08-Abby-Boots on the Ground Instagram: @sobaditsgoodwithryanbailey, @ryanbailey25 Twitter:@ryanabailey25 TIKTOK @sobaditsgoodwithryanb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices