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A sharp intraday reversal sends Mark Longo, Mike Tosaw, and Cboe's Henry Schwartz scrambling to keep up with the options tape. They discuss the swings in SPX, VIX, SPY, QQQ, and IWM, along with the pressure that rising interest rates and oil prices could put on stocks. Henry also brings back a curious idea from a Cboe quant conference: the "options manifold." Then, in the Odd Block, he digs into unusual call activity in Unity (U), Banco Bradesco (BBD), CCC Intelligent Solutions (CCC), and Papa John's (PZZA), including a trade that shows why a print at the bid may not tell the whole story.

A sharp intraday reversal sends Mark Longo, Mike Tosaw, and Cboe's Henry Schwartz scrambling to keep up with the options tape. They discuss the swings in SPX, VIX, SPY, QQQ, and IWM, along with the pressure that rising interest rates and oil prices could put on stocks. Henry also brings back a curious idea from a Cboe quant conference: the "options manifold." Then, in the Odd Block, he digs into unusual call activity in Unity (U), Banco Bradesco (BBD), CCC Intelligent Solutions (CCC), and Papa John's (PZZA), including a trade that shows why a print at the bid may not tell the whole story.

What would you do if seven-foot Shaq knocked on your door looking for bad guys?Story We Love: Kash Patel pins an honorary FBI special agent medal on Dr. Shaq at Quantico, and the hosts unpack his real reserve cop work, Walmart-affordable shoes after a mom called him out, Papa John's commercials with the investment, helping kids who cannot find clothes that fit, and the American Express decline that set a Walmart single-day spend record.If you love The JB and Sandy Show, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a Shaq fan.

Episode 254 - Sept. 21st, 2026 - Band Is Back Together As ALWAYS - Violations Counter - DJ Intence - 0 x Walt - 60 x Ceddy - 27  - African Day Parade in Harlem, New York City, NY - Comedian Godfrey @ Levity Live, West Nyack, NY - The Lindsey Clancy Trial Recap - Republican Senator Maria Elvira Salazar put on BLAST on Jim DeFede Interview - Jay-Z vs Colin Kapernick Beef - uBer pays out $40 Milion to Family for Daugther's Death (The Emily Normandin-Parker Story) - Donald Trump new channel TrumpTV, Politics, Racism is Expensive  - Newburge, NY Family Halal Market Owner charged with Counterfeit Items (BT> Family Halal Market) - Sneakerhead Culture - Shaq vs OGBigMack Beef Pt. 1 Explained - NFL Halftime Show Logistics - Wise Guy's Segment - @_ohitsRobin “STORY TIME” - Guy is smashing out his Homeboy's Ex & his HOMEBOY wants to get back with his EX. - Wise Guy's Segment - Past Relationships of @DJIntence & @Ceddy55 

In this lively and offbeat episode of The Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio, Pipeman sits down for a hilarious and unpredictable conversation with the manager of the parody band MacSabbath. The conversation covers their wild experiences at the Louder Than Life Festival, rock and metal culture, and the surreal blend of food, music, and humor that only MacSabbath brings. Expect festival stories, band mashups, and plenty of riffs on pop culture, fast food, and heavy metal classics.Main Topics CoveredLouder Than Life Festival Recap: Experiences performing and attending, wild crowd moments, and the impact of the heat and weather.MacSabbath and Band Crossovers: Interactions with other acts (Zakk Wylde, Gwar, Iron Maiden, Anthrax, Tool, Pantera), humorous speculation about collaborations, and onstage antics.Parody Band Mashups: Creating food-inspired band names and stories (Metal Church's Chicken, Suicidal Tendon-See's Candies, Papa John's Roach, My Chemical Cool Ranch, and more).Rock Star Anecdotes: Encounters with Zakk Wylde, Ozzy Osbourne references, and fun behind-the-scenes tales.Festival Challenges: Enduring the heat, weather emergencies (“code red” and “code orange”), and backstage stories.Collectibles and Festival Swag: Discussions about Happy Meal toys, floaty drink accessories, and microplastics.Pop Culture Tangents: References to Tabitha and Darren Stevens (“Bewitched”), Gilligan's Island, In-N-Out Burger, Danny Elfman, Oingo Boingo, and Star Trek cast music careers.Upcoming Tours: Announcements about MacSabbath's October headlining tour and guests (Clownvis Presley, Dak Descantes).Key Discussions & StoriesLouder Than Life Festival HighlightsPipeman reminisces about nearly missing MacSabbath's set at Louder Than Life and jokes about rumors of crowd members mistaking Zakk Wylde for a Big Mac 00:31.Hilarious discussion about a supposed interview headline: “Zakk Sabath—uh, Zakk Wylde loves MacSabbath and wants to tour with them” 01:57.Both agree Zakk Wylde is “one of the nicest dudes” and reflect on the advice “don't meet your idols”—turned upside down by Zakk's personality 02:23.Stories about Ozzy Osbourne's health, Zakk's role as a “guardian angel,” and emotional moments reading about their bond 02:59.Describing the challenges of performing and interviewing in extreme heat and the joy of a temporary weather evacuation (“code red” = air conditioning) 08:27.Band Mashups, Food, and Festival AnticsOngoing joke about Gwar possibly “eating” MacSabbath on their tour together; is it blood or ketchup? 04:44Imagining Gwar burgers (“Guarbies”) and McGwar Nuggets as potential food items for fans 05:54.Festival fun: McSabbath video game ideas discussed as a potential project 07:01.Speculation and laughter about contract clauses preventing Zakk Sabbath and MacSabbath from playing the same festivals 12:23.Suggestion that Burger King and Gwar's onstage antics could merge for a hilarious show 19:44.Several new food-themed band names, including Flamin' Jacks, Metal Church's Chicken, and Papa John's Roach (shut down “for too many roaches”) 20:30.Memorable Festival Moments & Pop Culture ReferencesCommentary on the massive festival crowd (“240,000 of my closest friends”) and MacSabbath's surprise at performing on a main stage equally sized to Iron Maiden's 15:12.Iron Maiden's unexpected setlist of early-era songs, impressing even seasoned festivalgoers 16:22.Tangents include: In-N-Out BKUrge bumper stickers, the magic of Danny Elfman and Oingo Boingo, “Bewitched” and its cast, Gilligan's Island, and wild festival swag stories (Happy Meal toys, drink floaties, microplastics, and pennies in Coca-Cola) 21:13.MacSabbath's Tour and Notable GuestsAnnouncement of an October headlining run with Clownvis Presley (Elvis clown) and Dak Descantes (“sexy Mexican Devo”) as support 45:25.Reflections on previous tours (“Clown Power”), lockdown livestreams, and what it's like to share the stage with such eclectic performers 46:19.Notable Quotes“Fuck these people that say don't meet your idols…Zakk Wylde…you're the nicest guy ever, man.” — Pipeman 02:28“Is it blood, or is it ketchup?” — Crowd speculation during Gwar/Tour with MacSabbath 04:44“You do deserve a break today, just not this day.” — Pipeman 06:40“How cool would it be…for blood for blood, it would be those two [Ronald and Burger King] that go at it.” — Pipeman 10:16“Taco Hell's bells would be ringing.” — In response to a Taco Bell/MacSabbath collaboration 24:29“Dark snack wave, I think.” — Defining a new music subgenre 25:24“Maybe the louder part would be the crickets.” — On what would happen if Pipeman tried singing at Louder Than Life 44:37“That was the McSabbath minute. Thanks for being in it.” — Show close 47:53Resources & Links MentionedMacSabbath Tour Dates: October headlining shows (with guests Clownvis Presley and Dak Descantes); check MacSabbath's official social channels for tickets and info.Clownvis to the Rescue: Clownvis Presley's YouTube livestream series 46:19.Referenced Books: Ozzy Osbourne's “Last Rites” 02:50.Festivals: Louder Than Life, Welcome to Rockville, Riot Fest.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-adventures-of-pipeman--941822/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials & Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

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In this lively and offbeat episode of The Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio, Pipeman sits down for a hilarious and unpredictable conversation with the manager of the parody band MacSabbath. The conversation covers their wild experiences at the Louder Than Life Festival, rock and metal culture, and the surreal blend of food, music, and humor that only MacSabbath brings. Expect festival stories, band mashups, and plenty of riffs on pop culture, fast food, and heavy metal classics.Main Topics CoveredLouder Than Life Festival Recap: Experiences performing and attending, wild crowd moments, and the impact of the heat and weather.MacSabbath and Band Crossovers: Interactions with other acts (Zakk Wylde, Gwar, Iron Maiden, Anthrax, Tool, Pantera), humorous speculation about collaborations, and onstage antics.Parody Band Mashups: Creating food-inspired band names and stories (Metal Church's Chicken, Suicidal Tendon-See's Candies, Papa John's Roach, My Chemical Cool Ranch, and more).Rock Star Anecdotes: Encounters with Zakk Wylde, Ozzy Osbourne references, and fun behind-the-scenes tales.Festival Challenges: Enduring the heat, weather emergencies (“code red” and “code orange”), and backstage stories.Collectibles and Festival Swag: Discussions about Happy Meal toys, floaty drink accessories, and microplastics.Pop Culture Tangents: References to Tabitha and Darren Stevens (“Bewitched”), Gilligan's Island, In-N-Out Burger, Danny Elfman, Oingo Boingo, and Star Trek cast music careers.Upcoming Tours: Announcements about MacSabbath's October headlining tour and guests (Clownvis Presley, Dak Descantes).Key Discussions & StoriesLouder Than Life Festival HighlightsPipeman reminisces about nearly missing MacSabbath's set at Louder Than Life and jokes about rumors of crowd members mistaking Zakk Wylde for a Big Mac 00:31.Hilarious discussion about a supposed interview headline: “Zakk Sabath—uh, Zakk Wylde loves MacSabbath and wants to tour with them” 01:57.Both agree Zakk Wylde is “one of the nicest dudes” and reflect on the advice “don't meet your idols”—turned upside down by Zakk's personality 02:23.Stories about Ozzy Osbourne's health, Zakk's role as a “guardian angel,” and emotional moments reading about their bond 02:59.Describing the challenges of performing and interviewing in extreme heat and the joy of a temporary weather evacuation (“code red” = air conditioning) 08:27.Band Mashups, Food, and Festival AnticsOngoing joke about Gwar possibly “eating” MacSabbath on their tour together; is it blood or ketchup? 04:44Imagining Gwar burgers (“Guarbies”) and McGwar Nuggets as potential food items for fans 05:54.Festival fun: McSabbath video game ideas discussed as a potential project 07:01.Speculation and laughter about contract clauses preventing Zakk Sabbath and MacSabbath from playing the same festivals 12:23.Suggestion that Burger King and Gwar's onstage antics could merge for a hilarious show 19:44.Several new food-themed band names, including Flamin' Jacks, Metal Church's Chicken, and Papa John's Roach (shut down “for too many roaches”) 20:30.Memorable Festival Moments & Pop Culture ReferencesCommentary on the massive festival crowd (“240,000 of my closest friends”) and MacSabbath's surprise at performing on a main stage equally sized to Iron Maiden's 15:12.Iron Maiden's unexpected setlist of early-era songs, impressing even seasoned festivalgoers 16:22.Tangents include: In-N-Out BKUrge bumper stickers, the magic of Danny Elfman and Oingo Boingo, “Bewitched” and its cast, Gilligan's Island, and wild festival swag stories (Happy Meal toys, drink floaties, microplastics, and pennies in Coca-Cola) 21:13.MacSabbath's Tour and Notable GuestsAnnouncement of an October headlining run with Clownvis Presley (Elvis clown) and Dak Descantes (“sexy Mexican Devo”) as support 45:25.Reflections on previous tours (“Clown Power”), lockdown livestreams, and what it's like to share the stage with such eclectic performers 46:19.Notable Quotes“Fuck these people that say don't meet your idols…Zakk Wylde…you're the nicest guy ever, man.” — Pipeman 02:28“Is it blood, or is it ketchup?” — Crowd speculation during Gwar/Tour with MacSabbath 04:44“You do deserve a break today, just not this day.” — Pipeman 06:40“How cool would it be…for blood for blood, it would be those two [Ronald and Burger King] that go at it.” — Pipeman 10:16“Taco Hell's bells would be ringing.” — In response to a Taco Bell/MacSabbath collaboration 24:29“Dark snack wave, I think.” — Defining a new music subgenre 25:24“Maybe the louder part would be the crickets.” — On what would happen if Pipeman tried singing at Louder Than Life 44:37“That was the McSabbath minute. Thanks for being in it.” — Show close 47:53Resources & Links MentionedMacSabbath Tour Dates: October headlining shows (with guests Clownvis Presley and Dak Descantes); check MacSabbath's official social channels for tickets and info.Clownvis to the Rescue: Clownvis Presley's YouTube livestream series 46:19.Referenced Books: Ozzy Osbourne's “Last Rites” 02:50.Festivals: Louder Than Life, Welcome to Rockville, Riot Fest.Pipeman in the Pit is a music, festival, and interview segment of The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show (#pipemanradio) and from The King of All Festivals while on The Pipeman Radio Tour. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pipeman-in-the-pit--2287932/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials &  Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

Walmart has added Papa Johns to Walmart Express Delivery, making it the first national restaurant brand fulfilled entirely from locations outside of Walmart stores. Chris Walton and guest host Josh Hahn discuss whether Walmart's latest move is a clever way to bring customers into the app more often, or if they are solving a need that consumers never actually asked for. ▶️ Watch the full Fast Five episode here: https://youtu.be/089y7s8PKCE

When Bobbo fell on hard times after his wife of 90 days left him, he found solace in the suspiciously clean pad of Johnny, James, Eric & Todd. Just the good old boys never meaning no harm! Right? Turns out an "alternative lifestyle" just means that the parfaits are off limits!   Thanks for joining us for this week's #JCWPodcast #JCWArchive. Please don't forget to Like, Share, and most importantly, Subscribe--to make sure you get the latest John Clay Wolfe Show materials as soon as they're released! So keep an eye out for that Papa John's delivery guy...and we'll see you Saturday

In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Quorso, Veloq, and R&S Logistics, Chris Walton is joined by J Recruiting's Josh Hahn for another round of Fast Five fun, recorded from Chris's very tiny Paris hotel room across the street from NRF Europe. This week's episode can best be summed up as . . . better ingredients, better pizza, better delivery via Walmart. Chris and Josh dig into five of the biggest stories in retail this week, including: • Walmart adding Papa Johns to Walmart Express Delivery and whether Walmart is quietly building a challenger to DoorDash and Uber Eats: https://chainstoreage.com/walmart-delivery-first-papa-johns • Macy's posting its fifth straight quarter of comparable-sales growth and raising guidance as CEO Tony Spring's turnaround begins to take hold: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/10/macys-m-q2-2026-earnings.html • Amazon expanding “Shop the Show” from 1,300 titles to more than 8,000 and whether shoppable TV is finally reaching scale: https://chainstoreage.com/amazon-enhances-shopping-capabilities-prime-video • SKIMS partnering with DoorDash for on-demand delivery and whether instant delivery fits a brand built around exclusivity and hype: https://about.doordash.com/en-us/news/doordash-skims-partnership • Kroger cutting its full-year sales outlook even as ecommerce and retail media continue to grow, raising questions about the future of traditional grocery: https://www.supermarketnews.com/finance/kroger-cuts-same-store-sales-outlook-for-2026 The episode wraps with a lightning round covering Josh's 20 years between Sports Authority and Meijer, the daily chore Chris wishes AI would handle for him, which QSR Josh would like to see added to Walmart's restaurant tab, and Chris's two non-negotiable rules for airport etiquette. P.S. Be sure to check out all our other podcasts from the past week here, too: https://omnitalk.blog/category/podcast/ P.P.S. Also be sure to check out our podcast rankings on Feedspot. Music by hooksounds.

(00:000-9:04) Kacey Musgraves is anti-encore. You like a fingerling potato on a pizza? Artisan pizza. Dead eyes across the dais. Watermelon carpaccio. Why does Jackson hate Papa John's? Disco balls in the shape of a silver scrotum. Wearing our culture like a skin suit. Doug's one of those weird straits. Chairman says the emails are mid again.(9:12-19:35) Love Circus & Circus of Love. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD(19:45-21:19) Some are saying that might have been the worst batch of emails in the show's history.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Just so much to pick from for today's lede. Looks like the Tigers may have themselves a quarterback. Our Chiefs play tonight. Full weekend of ball. The broadcast left a little to be desired. Doug liked Drink trying to run it up on Kansas. Drink's postgame remarks on the KU hype video. Snapback Sports. Drink Tweeting and turning off replies. Mississippi State and Kamario Taylor are gonna be a problem. Oh no, Oregon. Iggy's gotta wear the yellow diaper today. Stumbles into being a tout guy.Jeff Suppan texted Chairman and said he wants to call in around 10:30. Tom, the guy that was camping with his hound in Lawrence, calls back in to recap his weekend. Felinophiles. Tom gives his thoughts on the hype video. How was he treated by KU fans? The Bleeding Kansas reference from Drink. Doug's a good reader. Paper's concert on Saturday. Yadi's speech. Doug says this weekend was the zenith.What does the northeast have that we don't have? That spinning nonsense. Gonna be a pony in Oxford this weekend. The heel became the face. It's time to start order The King Beef. Robert Thomas got his first career hole-in-one over the weekend.Joined by voice of the Blues, Chris Kerber. Fired up for Training Camp week. Looking for size to be a part of the Blues going forward. Is the Blues roster set or is there room for one of the young guys to make the team out of camp? Pre-season games coming up quickly.An audio Sadie Hawkins for Doug. A quick little Sark snippet after Texas knocked off Ohio State. Consider the source. Florida State has fired their AD as the Noles head to Alabama this weekend. Revenge game in T Town. Where are we gonna get these fire ants?Gabe DeArmond of Power Mizzou joins us fresh off the Border Showdown win in Lawrence. People love the chaotic post game shows. Breaking down the game. Kansas keeping things close in the first half with Mizzou's special teams gaffes. The hype video. The KU administration leaning into it was what caught Gabe's attention. The Austin Simmons hype. Simmons makes you feel like you've got a shot in most games. The passing and running games through two games. The Mississippi State game in two weeks is going to tell us quite a bit.Kacey Musgraves is anti-encore. You like a fingerling potato on a pizza? Artisan pizza. Dead eyes across the dais. Watermelon carpaccio. Why does Jackson hate Papa John's? Disco balls in the shape of a silver scrotum. Wearing our culture like a skin suit. Doug's one of those weird straits. Chairman says the emails are mid again.Love Circus & Circus of Love. Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTDSome are saying that might have been the worst batch of emails in the show's history.Chiefs will, Chiefs will, rock you. Look, Doug, it's James Carlton back from Lawrence, KS. James flew to the game and nearly missed kickoff. Gonna be tense in Oxford on Saturday. What were the vibes like in Lawrence? Playing some pool in Lawrence. The Austin Simmons hype. Audio of a Mizzou fan who got thrown out for grabbing his crotch. Has James's perspective on Mizzou's ceiling changed after two games?Jeff Suppan checking in with the dais. That song really brings him back. A long weekend in St. Louis for Soup. Seeing his catcher and former teammate, Yadier Molina, honored over the weekend. An emotional speech. Does he see Yadi managing some day? Seeing all the old teammates from 2006. Soup's son turns 15 today. Holding Doug accountable for not being there. The TMA tentacles extend everywhere. His vacuum skills.And the winner of the EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including Yum Brands' hint that it could acquire another brand, Jersey Mike's attempts to attract younger consumers, and Walmart's new deal to deliver Papa Johns pizzas. First up is Yum Brands, which just offloaded Pizza Hut and yet is already teasing about a potential future restaurant chain acquisition: CFO Ranjith Roy said at the recent Barclays Global Consumer Staples Conference that the company is “prepared to make bold moves around its portfolio.” Sam and Alicia discuss what that could mean for the global restaurant company, which also owns Taco Bell, KFC, and Habit Burger, and they also share some thoughts on which brands might make good targets for Yum.Next they talk about Jersey Mike's, which reported that same-store sales were tracking higher than 3% in the third quarter, and which noted that it plans to invest more in digital marketing initiatives to reach younger consumers. Sam and Alicia talk about the sandwich chain's recent success but also its perplexing weakness around Gen Z in particular. What could be to blame? And will a digital marketing push help to boost business with young customers? They then shift to the retail industry, where Walmart is making waves as a new delivery partner for restaurant chains. First the retail giant announced that it would deliver for Subway and Dunkin' locations based inside Walmarts. Now it's going to deliver pizzas from standalone Papa Johns. Sam and Alicia unpack this news and highlight why it makes sense from a logistics standpoint, but why there are natural challenges that could prevent it from being a massive success. They wrap the podcast with a review of new marketing campaigns from across the restaurant industry, including Wingstop's Wing Pass program, Dunkin's ad with Rachel Dratch and two Spice Girls, and Taco Bell's partnership with Topgolf to supports its upcoming Live Map Open golf tournament. For more on these stories: Yum Brands is ‘prepared to make bold moves around its portfolio'Jersey Mike's turns to digital media to reach broader audienceWalmart adds Papa Johns to its growing delivery business

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In the latest episode of Scratch, Nick Tran, President and CMO of First Round, breaks down what culture actually looks like when people put their phones down, why brands are over-indexing on micro-cultures, and what it takes to create work that cuts through the sea of sameness.From building Cîroc Athletic Club into a media and events platform to rethinking the traditional conference format at Cannes, Tran shares how brands can respond to changing social behaviors by creating spaces people genuinely want to be part of.We get into:→ Why culture is really about the “campfire conversations” happening off-screen→ Why the next big opportunity might be moving from micro-culture back to macro-cultural moments→ How Cîroc Athletic Club turned changing drinking habits into a 20M+ monthly-view media ecosystem→ Why the best experiential marketing gives people space to play, connect, and surprise each other→ What the “30 moons” approach to AI means for creativity, taste, and human judgment→ Why brands should stop worrying about who did an idea first and focus on who does it best→ Why intimate, practitioner-led conversations are replacing the traditional marketing conferenceThe key takeaways:Culture happens around the campfire — Culture isn't just music, sport, fashion, or whatever is trending on your feed. It's the conversations people have when the screens go away. That's where brands should be looking for cultural insight.Micro-culture isn't the only answer — The industry has spent years fragmenting audiences into increasingly niche communities. When everyone is doing the same thing, going bigger can be the more distinctive move.AI needs a human with taste — The first AI output is rarely the best one. Tran's “30 moons” principle is about pushing through iteration after iteration until you find something genuinely distinctive. AI can generate. Humans still need to know what's great.Socializing is changing — Younger consumers aren't necessarily going out just to drink. Active leisure like pickleball, tennis, and golf is becoming the reason to gather, with alcohol playing a secondary role. Brands need to build around the behavior, not force the old one.Build platforms, not campaigns — Cîroc Athletic Club turned a cultural shift into an ongoing media and events ecosystem, taking organic social views from 100,000 to more than 20 million a month.Kill the grind — At Cannes, First Round deliberately removed the panels, packed schedules, and endless meetings. Leisure created the conditions for the conversations and connections everyone was actually there for.Execution beats originality — Consumers don't care who technically did something first. They care about who did it best. Fear of being derivative shouldn't stop brands from executing a good idea brilliantly.The conference needs a rethink — Senior marketers don't necessarily need another panel. They need access to people who have actually done the work, in environments where genuine conversation can happen.Watch the video version of this podcast on Youtube ▶️: https://youtu.be/najVJ8Fd9lg Scratch is a production of Rival, a marketing innovation consultancy. Scratch is hosted by Eric Fulwiler, and he's joined by Nick Tran of First Round in this episode.Find Rival: wearerival.com | LinkedInFind Eric: LinkedInFind Nick: LinkedInSay hi: media@wearerival.com Rival is a marketing consultancy for brands that want to challenge convention in their category. We're on a mission to understand what challenger brands do differently to grow in categories that are being disrupted, and use a challenger playbook to deliver outsized impact through an integrated, tech-enabled approach. Past guests include CMOs from Mastercard, GE, Shell, Hyperloop, Adobe, PepsiCo, and Papa Johns.

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New data shows there is still a lot of work to be done on Papa Johns' turnaround. Walmart will now deliver your Dunkin' drinks. And Chick-fil-A is doubling down on its hunger awareness efforts.Learn more about Yelp Host at https://business.yelp.com/nrn

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The Illinois vs. UAB season opener gets an inside look from the other side as UAB play-by-play broadcaster David Crane joins The Drive to preview the Blazers, their strengths and weaknesses, and what Illinois fans should expect Thursday night at Gies Memorial Stadium. The Illini and Blazers kick off Thursday at 8 p.m. CT. Then it's time for the Tuesday Draft, and this week's topic is one every football fan can debate: the best foods at Gies Memorial Stadium! Illinois has expanded its concessions lineup for 2026, adding options including Burrito King, Chick-fil-A, Jersey Mike's, Crumbl Cookies and Dippin' Dots, while bringing back favorites such as Smith Burger, Big Grove Tavern and Papa John's. Follow The Drive on X, Instagram, and Facebook!

Bill and Tony, two of the three founders of Run It Back a brand-new gaming lounge and card shop located in Grayslake. Open for less than two weeks at the time of recording, the business has already made a fantastic impression on the community. Bill and Tony share their vision of creating a welcoming "third space" for all ages, featuring PC and console gaming stations, a retro gaming room, card tournaments, and a shop carrying Pokémon, sports cards, and more. Building Community Through Gaming: The Story and Strategy Behind Run It Back in Grayslake Welcome to another in-depth feature from the heart of Grayslake! Today, we're diving into the inspiring journey of Run It Back, a gaming lounge and card shop that's quickly becoming a local favorite. Based on a recent episode of the Discovery and Grayslake podcast, we'll break down the main themes, actionable tips, and expert insights shared by founders Bill and Tony. Whether you're a gaming enthusiast, a small business owner, or someone passionate about community spaces, there's a wealth of knowledge here for you. Table of Contents The Power of Local Roots and Friendship Choosing the Right Location: Visibility and Community Creating a Multi-Generational Gaming Space Blending Retro and Modern Gaming Experiences Making Collectible Cards Accessible and Fun Building Community Through Events and Tournaments Flexible Pricing and Memberships for All Partnering with Local Businesses Leveraging Online Platforms for Growth Continuous Improvement and Community Feedback Final Thoughts: The Hometown Advantage 1. The Power of Local Roots and Friendship  Key Insight:   Bill and Tony's story is rooted in long-standing friendship and local ties. Both grew up in the Grayslake area, attended local high schools, and have deep connections to the community. Actionable Advice: Leverage Local Networks:** If you're starting a business, tap into your hometown connections. Familiarity with the area and its people can help you understand community needs and build trust quickly. Build with Friends:** Shared history and trust among founders can make the entrepreneurial journey smoother and more resilient. Expert Tip:   Don't underestimate the value of local goodwill. People love supporting businesses run by "one of their own." 2. Choosing the Right Location: Visibility and Community  Key Insight:   Run It Back's founders prioritized visibility and accessibility when choosing their location. After their first choice fell through, they pivoted quickly, relying on local tips and their own knowledge of the area. Actionable Advice: Scout for High-Visibility Spots:** Look for locations near other popular businesses or community hubs. Foot traffic and easy access are crucial for new ventures. Be Flexible:** If your first choice doesn't work out, stay open to alternatives. Sometimes, the "second best" option turns out to be the perfect fit. Expert Tip:   Ask friends, family, and local business owners for leads on available spaces. Word-of-mouth can uncover hidden gems. 3. Creating a Multi-Generational Gaming Space  Key Insight:   Run It Back is intentionally designed to welcome all ages—from kids to adults, casual players to hardcore gamers. Actionable Advice: Segment Your Hours:** Dedicate early hours to families and kids, and reserve late-night slots for adult gamers. This ensures everyone feels comfortable and catered to. Offer Something for Everyone:** Combine video gaming, card games, and board games to appeal to a broad audience. Expert Tip:   Position your business as a "third space"—not home, not work, but a welcoming community hub. 4. Blending Retro and Modern Gaming Experiences  Key Insight:   The founders are passionate about reviving the social, in-person gaming experience, blending nostalgia with cutting-edge technology. Actionable Advice: Create a Retro Room:** Set up classic consoles (think Atari, Donkey Kong, Mario Party) alongside modern PCs and consoles. This attracts both older gamers and curious younger players. Encourage Social Play:** Design your space to foster face-to-face interaction—couches, shared tables, and group tournaments. Expert Tip:   Host "throwback nights" or themed events to celebrate gaming history and bring generations together. 5. Making Collectible Cards Accessible and Fun  Key Insight:   Run It Back started as a card shop and remains committed to making collecting accessible, especially for kids. Actionable Advice: Combat Scalping:** Keep prices fair and offer free packs or affordable options for young collectors. Diversify Inventory:** Stock popular lines like Pokémon, Magic, and sports cards, but also introduce niche or international games (e.g., Azuki from Japan). Educate New Collectors:** Host "how-to" sessions or beginner nights to help newcomers learn the ropes. Expert Tip:   Use online platforms like Whatnot to reach a broader audience and move high-value inventory, but keep your in-store experience welcoming and inclusive. 6. Building Community Through Events and Tournaments  Key Insight:   Events are at the heart of Run It Back's community-building strategy, from casual tournaments to movie watch parties. Actionable Advice: Host Regular Tournaments:** Use simple, inclusive formats (e.g., names in a hat, double elimination) and keep entry fees low. Offer Prizes:** Even small rewards can boost participation and excitement. Create Social Events:** Movie nights, watch parties, and themed gatherings foster a sense of belonging. Expert Tip:   Encourage friendly competition and sportsmanship. Make sure your staff sets the tone for a welcoming, respectful environment. 7. Flexible Pricing and Memberships for All  Key Insight:   Run It Back offers a range of pricing options to suit different needs and budgets. Actionable Advice: Hourly Rates:** $10/hour for consoles, $12/hour for PCs. Free Board Gaming:** Keep some activities free to lower the barrier to entry. Membership Tiers:** Offer monthly memberships with perks like free hours, discounts, and exclusive access. Event Packages:** Birthday party packages ($299 for two hours) make the space accessible for special occasions. Expert Tip:   Regularly review your pricing to ensure it remains competitive and accessible, especially for families and young gamers. 8. Partnering with Local Businesses  Key Insight:   Collaboration with nearby businesses (like Papa John's for pizza) enhances the customer experience and strengthens community ties. Actionable Advice: Cross-Promote:** Work with local restaurants, shops, and service providers to offer bundled deals or special promotions. Support Each Other:** Refer your customers to neighboring businesses and vice versa. Expert Tip:   Joint events (e.g., pizza and gaming nights) can draw larger crowds and introduce your business to new audiences. 9. Leveraging Online Platforms for Growth  Key Insight:   Run It Back uses platforms like Whatnot, Instagram, Facebook, and Discord to build its brand and connect with customers. Actionable Advice: Sell Online:** Use auction sites to reach collectors beyond your local area. Stay Active on Social Media:** Share updates, event announcements, and behind-the-scenes content to keep your community engaged. Build a Discord Server:** Foster ongoing conversation and community among your most dedicated fans. Expert Tip:   Your website should be more than a digital business card—include inventory updates, event sign-ups, and community resources. 10. Continuous Improvement and Community Feedback  Key Insight:   Bill and Tony are committed to evolving their offerings based on customer feedback and community needs. Actionable Advice: Solicit Feedback:** Regularly ask customers what they'd like to see—new games, events, or amenities. Stay Agile:** Be willing to pivot or expand your offerings as trends and interests shift. Celebrate Milestones:** Mark anniversaries, big tournaments, or community achievements with special events. Expert Tip:   Transparency and responsiveness build loyalty. Let your community know you're listening and adapting. 11. Final Thoughts: The Hometown Advantage  Run It Back's story is a testament to the power of local roots, friendship, and a genuine desire to serve the community. By blending nostalgia with innovation, and prioritizing inclusivity and accessibility, Bill and Tony have created more than just a gaming lounge—they've built a new "third space" for Grayslake. If you're in the area, stop by, say hello, and experience the magic for yourself. And if you're building your own community-focused business, take a page from Run It Back's playbook: stay rooted, stay flexible, and always put people first. Connect with Run It Back Instagram & Facebook:** Look for the big neon "Run It Back" sign Website:** Coming soon with inventory and event updates Discord:** Join to connect with fellow gamers and collectors Subscribe to the Discovery and Grayslake podcast for more local stories, and remember: a couple of random acts of kindness can make all the difference. See you next time!

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including Wendy's ongoing executive turnover, Taco Bell's celebrity partnership, and sales data that's good news for independent restaurants. First up is Wendy's, which announced that Tariq Hassan — formerly chief marketing and customer experience officer at McDonald's — would be joining the company as chief marketing and customer growth officer. It continues the shakeup at Wendy's under new CEO Bob Wright, who told the Wall Street Journal this week that previous leadership had been more committed to cost cutting than quality. Sam and Alicia discuss Hassan's hire and other changes that could be putting Wendy's on the right track. Next they look at Wendy's competitors McDonald's and Burger King, and particularly how they're doubling down on their chicken nuggets. McDonald's brought back its Spicy Chicken McNuggets for the first time in six years — and perhaps it's not a coincidence that it's at the same time that Burger King announced it had upgraded its own chicken nuggets so that they include 100% white meat chicken and a crispier breading. Why the sudden attention on chicken nuggets? Sam and Alicia break it down. They then shift their attention to Taco Bell, which introduced a new Baja Blast in partnership with pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo. The You Seem Pretty Pink for a Baja Blast will initially be available at Taco Bell's Live Mas Cafe locations before rolling out nationwide. Sam and Alicia discuss why this partnership is different than other celebrity collaborations, and why authenticity is so important for brands looking to leverage partnerships for their marketing. New sales data shows that independent restaurants may be faring better than chains with consumers' recent foodservice spend, and Sam and Alicia break that down next. Data from Bank of America shows that consumer spending on restaurants is up, but while fast-food, fast-casual, and casual chains are only experiencing increases of less than a percentage point, indies and regional concepts are enjoying gains around 4%. Why is that? They look into the data and what historical clues can tell us.They close things out with a Quick Fire round of headlines, including Chipotle's popular BOGOs, Pizza Hut's NFL campaign, Papa Johns' PopUp Bagels partnership, and Chick-fil-A's closure of its Little Blue Menu concept. For more on these stories: Wendy's names Tariq Hassan chief marketing and customer growth officerTaco Bell enlists Olivia Rodrigo to co-create Baja Blast iterationConsumers are spending more at restaurants, but not at chains

Papa Johns is moving toward its goal of fewer corporate stores. Wingstop's chief brand officer is resigning. And consumers are spending more on beef, but eating it less often.

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A Corporate Time with Tom and Dan — Episode Notes Episode: "Best Of the Week — August 17–21" Hosts: Tom and Dan | Guest: Ross McCoy, John Graham, Billy (Claremont Knights), Marlon Wayans (via Zoom) Sponsors / Ad Reads Central Homes Roofing — Family-owned Orlando roofer of 30+ years, voted #1 roofer three years running by Orlando Weekly. Free inspections/estimates, hurricane warranties, in-house (non-1099) crews, will handle small repairs other roofers skip, 4.8-star Google rating, same-day estimates, and $500 off a re-roof for Tom and Dan listeners (centralhomesroofing.com). Core Flooring — Sponsor of the Weird Job Wednesday segment; contact Corey at Core Flooring in Winter Park for flooring work. Segment Rundown Cold open: Snack Scout naming bit — Tom and Dan welcome in-studio comedian Ross McCoy and John Graham (thatguyontv.com) for the monthly food segment, riffing on rebranding John's recurring "garbage food" bit (Snack Scout, Commissioner of Junk Food, Garbage Man) before diving into product tastings. 7 Up's secret reformulation — John reveals 7 Up is quietly changing its formula (not just adding a flavor) and flipping "lemon lime" to "lime lemon" on cans, sparking nostalgia about the "7 Up Yours" campaign, the Spot mascot's Sega Genesis game, and childhood freebies like McDonald's records and Domino's Noid toys. Protein Pop-Tarts and cup noodle taste test — Dan trashes protein Pop-Tarts his wife bought; the group samples Texas Barbecue and Kansas City Barbecue cup noodles, arguing Texas vs. Carolina-style barbecue, sodium/fat content, and confusing FDA daily-value percentage labeling. Pork brains and gas station oddities — Tangent on canned pork brains in milk gravy sold at Kentucky/Indiana convenience stores, its sky-high cholesterol content, and old 7-Eleven chili-cheese cup-noodle toppings. Tombstone gluten-free potato-crust pizza — The crew tries a Tombstone loaded bacon cheddar pizza with a potato-starch gluten-free crust, spinning into a debate about how many people falsely claim gluten intolerance versus real conditions like Crohn's, plus stories of self-diagnosed sensitivities that turned out to be lifestyle-related (alcohol, shellfish). Papa John's "garlic flavored sauce" gotcha — Ross spots the fine print on a grocery-store Papa John's garlic dipping sauce revealing it's "garlic flavored," not real garlic, printed nearly invisibly on the label; leads into margarine vs. butter and the "ultra-processed food" trend, including Dan's story of overdoing it on Slim Jims as a kid. Coors Light Cheez-Its taste test — A Target-exclusive Coors Light beer-cheese Cheez-It is sampled; talk turns to favorite Cheez-It varieties (white cheddar, with burned/"extra toasty" as the house favorite) versus Goldfish, and kids outgrowing "baby food" snacks like Goldfish and Uncrustables. Homemade Caesar salad lunches — Ross describes his daughter's daily self-made Cardini's Caesar salad lunch ritual and her brand loyalty, which detours into a chat about Worcestershire sauce containing anchovies. Chips Ahoy mystery-flavor contest — The group tastes a soft-baked "mystery flavor" Chips Ahoy tied to a $25,000 guessing contest, guessing vanilla/maple/birthday cake, and debates soft-baked vs. crispy cookies and whether the campaign will flop. Peach Moon Pies and "location foods" — Peach mini Moon Pies are taste-tested, leading to a debate about foods that only belong in specific settings (s'mores only while camping, hot dogs only at cookouts, peanuts/sunflower seeds only at ballgames or while driving). Ultra-processed rebranding and vegan pranks — Talk of brands (Kellogg's dropping dyes, Utz's "three ingredients" marketing) trying to seem less processed, plus a story about a vegan family member's protein powder that turns out to just be ground peanuts. Tootsie Pop flavor-swap taste test — The crew tries new fruit-filled Tootsie Pops (blue raspberry/cherry, strawberry/lemon, green apple/watermelon), jokes about why they weren't renamed "Gordon Pops" after the family that owns them (versus the Reese family drama), and a tangent on the trucking-industry origin of the word "Gaylord" for pallet boxes. Hard candy nostalgia — Discussion of why older generations favor hard candy (fading taste buds craving sweet/salty extremes), fond memories of the "crunchy center" moment on Tootsie Pops and Blow Pops, and whether candy left out ever truly spoils. Segment wrap and plugs — John plugs thatguyontv.com and workshops a new nickname (Snack Hunter); a riff on graham crackers' inventor Sylvester Graham believing they cured alcoholism and "chronic masturbation"; plug for the Moe Comedy Jam at Orlando Funny Bone. Weird Job Wednesday: meet Billy — Segment sponsored by Core Flooring; Tom and Dan welcome Billy, a former Marine and commissioner/coach for the Claremont Knights Youth Football League, discussing his crushing handshake and his family's move from Staten Island to Clermont, Florida. Coaching rules then vs. now — Billy explains Pop Warner's shift from weight classes to an age cutoff (July 15), banned drills like the "nutcracker" and Oklahoma drill, and new safety gear like guardian caps, contrasted with the no-water, no-sympathy coaching Tom and Ross remember from their own 1980s youth football days. Finding the "dog" in young players — Billy discusses helping kids get past the fear of contact, spotting natural talent early (including a 12-year-old opponent who stood 6'8"), and the competitive instinct every kid has but must learn to control. Work ethic and parent commitment — Talk of the grueling practice schedule (up to five days a week), year-round training across football, baseball, and conditioning, Billy's daily 100-pushup rule for his son, and how he handles parent complaints about playing time (tabling them until "Monday," never game day). Fundraising for stadium lights — Billy details the Claremont Knights' $120,000 campaign to install lights at Eastridge Middle School so teams can practice later into the fall, plus the league's quiet scholarship program for kids who can't afford to play, directing listeners to claremontknights.com to donate. Refs, replay, and closing thoughts — Discussion of how paid, tested Pop Warner referees are held to a higher standard than assumed, Billy's own concussion-era playing memories versus modern protocols, and a closing reflection on coaching as a volunteer's "return on investment" through watching his kids succeed. Marlon Wayans on Scary Movie's return — Marlon Wayans joins via Zoom to discuss the new Scary Movie's $230+ million global box office and its September 5 Paramount+ streaming release, explaining why he and his siblings sat out installments 3–5 before reclaiming the franchise. Football training for the role — Marlon describes training for football scenes opposite Tyreek Hill, getting pulled off actual throwing duties by the director in favor of a body double, and getting private quarterback coaching from "Jordan Palmer's brother." Funny Bone marathon and work philosophy — Talk of Marlon's seven-show Funny Bone run (two Friday, three Saturday, two Sunday), his philosophy of constant stagecraft and studying audience reactions, and his upcoming stand-up special and touring set. Liga Tridente cigars — Marlon discusses his Honduran-made cigar brand, expanding from five to roughly 100 (soon possibly 1,000) retail locations, and how he got into the business through his ex-girlfriend's now-business-partner Victor. Family life and the Wayans clan — Marlon talks about his three-and-a-half-year-old daughter, turning 54, hosting family gatherings at his house, and why the family has always turned down reality-show offers. Post-interview reflections on hustle — After the call, Tom and Dan compare Marlon's estimated net worth to his other ventures (likening him to Shaquille O'Neal's diversified business empire), debate what "trying your hardest" really means, and recall the "collard greens" bit with their producer Butler that cemented their relationship with Marlon. Key Dates / Plugs Mentioned This Friday — A BDM member is visiting the show/community from England. This weekend (Fri–Sun) — Marlon Wayans' Orlando Funny Bone run: two shows Friday, three Saturday, two Sunday. September 5 — The new Scary Movie begins streaming on Paramount+. Tickets on sale in September; event October 17 — The Moe Comedy Jam at the Orlando Funny Bone. Ongoing — Sign up for BDM membership at tomanddan.com registration for extra shows, private events, and the Facebook group. Ongoing — Donate to the Claremont Knights' stadium-lights fundraiser at claremontknights.com. Notable Guests/Callers Ross McCoy — In-studio comedian, part of the food segment and Weird Job Wednesday discussions. John Graham (thatguyontv.com) — Monthly food-segment guest bringing in unusual snack products. Billy — Weird Job Wednesday guest; commissioner and coach for the Claremont Knights Youth Football League, former U.S. Marine. Marlon Wayans — Actor/comedian, joined via Zoom to discuss Scary Movie and his Orlando Funny Bone stand-up run. ### Website: https://tomanddan.com/ App: https://tomanddan.com/app Become a BDM: https://tomanddan.com/registration Merch: https://tomanddan.myshopify.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomandDanLive Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/tomanddanlive Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AMediocreTime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomanddanlive/ X: https://x.com/TomAndDanLive TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@tomanddanshow Reddit: https://reddit.com/r/tomanddan ACT RSS: https://feeds.libsyn.com/61976/rss AMT RSS: https://feeds.libsyn.com/18904/rss

Bryant Moniz is a former professional quarterback, coach, and community leader from the island of Oʻahu. Many know him as one of the most accomplished quarterbacks in University of Hawaiʻi football history. In 2010, he led the nation in passing, total offense, and passing touchdowns, throwing for more than 5,000 yards and 39 touchdowns. He also broke Colt Brennan's single-game passing record with 560 yards and finished his UH career with more than 10,000 passing yards and 75 touchdowns.Along the way, he earned first-team All-WAC honors, became a semifinalist for the Burlsworth Trophy, had his own Heisman campaign at UH, and went on to play professionally in both the Arena Football League and CFL, where he became a Grey Cup champion with the Calgary Stampeders.Today, he continues to give back as a coach and the founder of The Drip Mission, using sports, mentorship, and opportunity to impact the next generation of athletes in Hawaiʻi.In this episode we talk story about growing up in Wahiawa, playing multiple sports, his long journey to becoming the starting quarterback at UH, his amazing football career, life after football, The Drip Mission, fatherhood, entrepreneurship, and so much more. Enjoy!Find Bryant here:https://www.instagram.com/_mightymo_/Buy our merch:

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including quarterly results from CAVA and Chili's, new products from McDonald's and Domino's, and marketing promotions that have been surprising failures.First up is a recap of this week's earnings reports, including updates from CAVA, Brinker International, Jack in the Box, and Red Robin. CAVA and Chili's continued to wow, with sales and traffic both positive even as they lap big quarters from last year. Sam and Alicia unpack the results and discuss why the strategies at Cava and Chili's are working so well, even as the rest of the restaurant industry struggles to drive business. They also take a look at results from Red Robin and Jack in the Box, the latter of which saw sales drop 1.1% — making it nine of the last 10 quarters that the brand has been negative. Next they discuss big marketing promotions from this year — and particularly promos tied to massive IP that somehow still bombed. That includes Jack in the Box, which ended a campaign with the YouTube series ‘Hot Ones' early because it was performing poorly. Why didn't that campaign work? And what could be behind failures like Papa Johns' partnership with ‘Toy Story 5' and Wendy's campaign with ‘Minions'? Sam and Alicia examine the trend. They next shift their attention to new products from McDonald's and Domino's Pizza. The Golden Arches unveiled a new energy drink in collaboration with Red Bull — the Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer — that it hopes will drive business among younger generations and help it compete with the fast-growing beverage brands. Meanwhile, Domino's introduced a new Detroit-style slice that could help it differentiate among competitors while embracing its Michigan roots. Sam and Alicia discuss these new innovations and how they could help those two brands drive renewed interest among guests. After closing things out with an examination of restaurants that have recently shuttered or filed for bankruptcy, they share a conversation between NRN senior food and beverage editor Bret Thorn and Urbane Cafe founder Tom Holt.For more on these stories: Cava same-store sales grow 9% in Q2McDonald's is getting into the energy game with Red BullHave restaurant marketing collaborations lost some luster?

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Papa Johns is working on its marketing approach. A Moe's Southwest Grill franchisee files bankruptcy. And so does a prominent operator of some iconic New York restaurants.

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including Salad and Go closing all of its restaurants and major chains reporting their latest quarterly earnings, from McDonald's and Burger King to Wendy's, Texas Roadhouse, Bloomin' Brands, Dine Brands, Sweetgreen, and more. First up is the news that Salad and Go had closed all 70 or so of its remaining restaurants while simultaneously filing for Ch. 11 bankruptcy protection. The sudden closure comes just a few years after Salad and Go sold to Volt Investment Holdings and aggressively pursued growth with its value-oriented drive-thru salad concept. Sam and Alicia discuss what went wrong for Salad and Go and what it suggests about other emerging chains pursuing growth. Next they tackle a very busy week of restaurants earnings, starting with chains that boasted positive sales. That included Texas Roadhouse and Bloomin' Brands — both of which are proving that consumers are seeking value in the casual steakhouse experience — as well as IHOP, First Watch, Dutch Bros, and El Pollo Loco. Then they shift their focus to chains that had only a so-so quarter, particularly McDonald's and Applebee's. McDonald's quarter especially was out of character — same-store sales only rose by 0.8% — and the company acknowledged that its marketing initiatives were not executed to their expectation. The result led to McDonald's USA president Joe Erlinger stepping down and COO Skye Anderson promoted to the position. Next up, Sam and Alicia dig into the chains that had particularly bad quarters: Popeyes, Portillo's, Papa Johns, Wendy's, and Sweetgreen. Wendy's especially had a brutal quarter, with traffic dropping 12.5%, while Papa Johns continued a streak of negative sales that led to the chain shaking up its marketing leadership. Why are these brands struggling so much? And what should they do to turn things around? Sam and Alicia discuss.They close on a high note: Burger King posted one of its best quarters in years and surpassed Wendy's to become the second-largest burger chain by sales. Sam and Alicia examine what is going right for Burger King and why they think it is the best story of the year so far. For more on these stories: Burger King's sales took off last quarter, but Popeyes is in a slumpDine Brands reports Q2 IHOP outperformance while Applebee's sees slow improvementWendy's takes steps to fix its brand as sales fall again

Look at Burger King go. Outback Steakhouse continued its comeback in the second quarter. But Papa Johns' Toy Story promotion was a bit of a disappointment.

Mateo Naranjo is the lead singer and founding member of Toronto based hardcore / rap rock project DoFlame. Their most recent album "Get Bent" was released in 2025. Mateo sat down with us to discuss Papa Johns, having the best summer ever, his "What's Your Name?" Instagram series, Parkdale, creating community through the OFFLEASH collective, D Section Records, DEAR-GOD, Lice, Sonic Youth, Reggaeton, getting exposed to punk music through his mother, acting in commercials, drinking 10 coffees a day, road trips, touring in an SUV, collecting magnets, Buc-ees brisket sandwich, being cali sober, his favourite burger in Toronto, generator shows, Extermination Music Night, fishing, the upcoming DoFlame album and much more!DoFlameOFFLEASHJosh McIntyreNick Marian----COLD PODJoin us on Patreon to access all episodes and weekly one on one pods!

Summer Remix: Album 8 Track 16: Lead with Guts, Accelerate Growth w/Bob KrautHow did a $5 million marketing stunt turn into one of the top 5 marketing ideas of the last 50 years? In this episode of Brands, Beats & Bites, hosts Darryl "DC" Cobbin and Larry "LT" Taman sit down with legendary CMO Bob Kraut (former CMO of Papa John's, Arby's, Pizza Hut, and Captain D's) to pull back the curtain on his iconic career of driving explosive business growth.From orchestrating the famous Oprah Winfrey Pontiac G6 giveaway at General Motors to launching the first-ever iPhone pizza ordering application, Bob shares firsthand stories of what it takes to be an adventurous marketer.We dive deep into:The Famous Oprah Winfrey "You Get a Car!" BackstoryThe Art of the Career PivotMarketing with "Guts"The Problem with Modern AdsIf you are an aspiring CMO, brand manager, or marketing student looking to understand how to balance data-driven left-brain insights with creative right-brain ambition, this masterclass is for you.Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share with a fellow Brand Nerd!Instagram | LinkedIn

On this week's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with Papa John's founder John Schnatter for a wide-ranging and unfiltered conversation about business, food, freedom, cancel culture, regenerative farming, and what happens when the people who build companies get replaced by people who only manage them.Schnatter reflects on the early days of Papa John's, explaining how the company grew from a simple commitment to better ingredients, better pizza, and taking care of people into a global brand with thousands of stores. He credits focus, humility, fundamentals, hard work, and a strong store-level culture as the real engine behind the company's success. But the conversation quickly moves into more controversial territory.Schnatter argues that many great companies lose their way when bureaucracy, corporate boards, private equity, and short-term financial thinking begin to overshadow the people doing the real work. He shares his frustration with what he believes happened to Papa John's after his departure, saying the brand was built “brick by brick” and later damaged by leadership disconnected from the stores, employees, and fundamentals that made it successful.  The episode also explores Schnatter's next chapter: Papa Farms, his regenerative farming project focused on soil health, nutrient density, clean food, and helping people live healthier lives. He explains why he believes better soil leads to better food, why processed food is contributing to declining health, and how his farm is being used as a real-world experiment in improving quality of life through food, water, movement, and community.  John, Ken, and Schnatter discuss:How Papa John's grew from a small operation into a global pizza brandWhy “the main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing”The difference between builders, doers, talkers, and bureaucratsWhat corporate America often gets wrong about frontline workersWhy Schnatter believes private equity and short-term thinking can destroy brandsRegenerative farming, soil health, nutrient-dense food, and clean ingredientsProcessed food, Big Ag, Big Pharma, and the modern health crisisCancel culture and what it's like to live through a media firestormThe importance of focus, incentives, humility, antifragility, and truthSchnatter also opens up about cancel culture, saying he “lived it” and describing how quickly a media narrative can take hold when someone with influence speaks their mind. Support the show

This week on Shared Security, Tom and Scott dig into surveillance pricing: the use of personal data, behavioral profiles, shopping history, location signals, income assumptions, household information, and AI-driven targeting to decide what price or discount different people see for the same product.The conversation connects New Jersey's proposed grocery surveillance-pricing ban, Consumer Reports-style loophole concerns, loyalty-card data, and a creepy Papa John's / Instacart / streaming-ad example into one listener-friendly question: when does ordinary dynamic pricing become personalized price discrimination based on what companies think they know about your life?** Links mentioned on the show **EPIC — New Jersey Legislature Passes Grocery Surveillance Pricing Ban https://epic.org/new-jersey-legislature-passes-grocery-surveillance-pricing-ban/Schneier on Security — Papa Johns Surveillance-Based Advertising https://www.schneier.com/blog/archives/2026/07/papa-johns-surveillance-based-advertising.htmlEFF — California's Bill to Ban Surveillance Pricing https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2026/06/californias-bill-ban-surveillance-pricingScott's Digital Legacy Project https://securityperspectives.com/digital-legacy-tools/** Watch this episode on YouTube **[YOUTUBE URL]** Become a Shared Security Supporter **Get exclusive access to bonus episodes, listen to new episodes before they are released, receive a monthly shout-out on the show, and get a discount code for 15% off merch at the Shared Security store. Become a supporter today by going to our YouTube channel's membership section: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg9CCDIYkDDqwEZ3UYaxjnA/join** Thank you to our sponsors! **SLNTVisit https://slnt.com to check out SLNT's amazing line of Faraday bags and other products built to protect your privacy. As a listener of this podcast you receive 10% off your order at checkout using discount code "sharedsecurity".** Subscribe and follow the podcast **Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SharedSecurityPodcastFollow us on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sharedsecurity.bsky.socialFollow us on Mastodon: https://infosec.exchange/@sharedsecurityJoin us on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/SharedSecurityShow/Visit our website: https://sharedsecurity.netSubscribe on your favorite podcast app: https://sharedsecurity.net/subscribeSign-up for our email newsletter to receive updates about the podcast, contest announcements, and special offers from our sponsors: https://shared-security.beehiiv.com/subscribeLeave us a rating and review: https://ratethispodcast.com/sharedsecurityContact us: https://sharedsecurity.net/contact

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including the origin of the cyclosporiasis outbreak, the troubling rise in bankruptcies and closures, and a wave of new marketing campaigns aimed at winning back customers. They start with some explosive news related to the recent outbreak of cyclosporiasis: Investigators believe the origin of the outbreak was Taylor Farms in Michigan, and specifically iceberg lettuce provided to Taco Bell and potentially other restaurants. The news led to Taco Bell removing lettuce from the menu in select states. The duo breaks down what cyclospora is, how these outbreaks happen in the supply chain, and what this means for both Taylor Farms and Taco Bell as they work to contain the situation and restore consumer confidence. They discuss the broader implications for restaurant food safety protocols and how quickly brands need to respond when these incidents occur.Next, they tackle a sobering trend that's been accelerating in recent months: the increasing number of restaurant bankruptcies and store closures across the industry. From legacy chains to newer concepts, more brands are filing for bankruptcy protection or announcing significant unit reductions. Sam and Alicia explore the root causes behind this wave of financial distress, including persistent traffic challenges, rising operational costs, and overleveraged balance sheets.On a more optimistic note, Sam and Alicia then shift their attention to marketing, highlighting new campaigns from several major players including Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Papa Johns, and Olive Garden. Each brand is taking a different approach to cut through the noise and reconnect with consumers — whether through nostalgia, value messaging, product innovation, or experiential activations. The duo analyzes what's working, what's not, and which campaigns have the best chance of actually driving traffic and sales in an environment where consumers are increasingly selective about where they spend their dining dollars.They close out with a Quick Fire round covering the latest industry headlines — including Texas Roadhouse's delivery test, Papa Murphy's closure of 50 stores, and Chipotle's first location in Mexico — before turning things over to senior food and beverage editor Bret Thorn, who interviews Shake Shack's senior director of culinary innovation, Nick Wuest.For more on these stories:Taylor Farms lettuce supplied to Taco Bell linked to cyclosporia outbreakAnother big Hardee's franchisee declares bankruptcyPanera's Unlimited Sip Club will no longer be unlimited

This week on the Watson Weekly, four stories about who controls what you see and what you buy.Papa John's wanted to reach you the moment your fridge runs empty, so it bought the data to know when that happens. Instacart supplied it. The company confirms this is the first time it has handed first-party purchase data to a brand outside packaged goods, served on NBCU streaming inventory. The targeting is clever. The results do not exist yet.Amazon moved Prime Day to June for the first time since 2021. The stated reason is a crowded July. The real reason is a holiday Amazon never has to share. Adobe projected $26.3 billion in spending across the window, but CPI rose 4.2% in May and average order values fell 17%, with more shoppers reaching for buy now, pay later. Read that headline slowly.The Watson Weekly is sponsored by Avalara. It works with platforms like Shopify, BigCommerce, and WooCommerce, helping teams manage compliance faster and scale with confidence. Learn more at avalara.watsonweekly.com.FedEx grew revenue 13%. Strip out the fuel surcharge and adjusted operating income grew 3%, with margins down 70 basis points. The company spun off freight on June 1st at the bottom of its cycle and switched its fiscal calendar. The December report covers a seven-month stub year.Cannes sold agentic commerce for five days on the Riviera. Amazon launched agentic ads on Alexa. Retail media hit a number near $150 billion, according to the people selling it. Capability and intent were everywhere. Proof was not.Plus the Investor Minute: Redo, Orderful, Walmart's $1.4 billion move on Vibe, Tiger Finance and Glossier, and Bed Bath & Beyond buying a real estate platform.#watsonweekly #papajohnspizza #instacart #fedex #amazon #cannes

This week on I Want That Too, Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey look at how Toy Story 5 is already reshaping the summer box office, the Disney collector market, and the fast-food promotional landscape. Lauren digs into Lorcana's sudden surge, Disney Springs' new merch-drop rules, and the growing trading-card gold rush around Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Magic: The Gathering. Then Jim and Lauren unpack Disney Store's AI shopping experiment, the new Hakuna Matata Lion King Broadway collection, Cinderella Castle snow globe nostalgia, and why Disney picked Papa John's, Wendy's, Subway, and McDonald's for this summer's movie tie-ins. NEWS • Toy Story 5 opens huge at the box office, with Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and Smarty Pants helping Disney dominate the summer conversation. • Disney Lorcana enters a new collector frenzy as older cards become harder to find and Pixar characters arrive in the Wild's Unknown set. • Disney Springs introduces new merch-drop procedures, including later garage openings, wristbands, and designated waiting areas. • Topps Chrome Disney and Marvel's Magic: The Gathering collaboration show how Disney is leaning deeper into trading cards and tabletop fandom. • Disney Store begins testing a generative AI shopping assistant designed to recommend gifts and products through natural-language prompts. FEATURE • Jim explains why Disney chose Papa John's for Toy Story 5, turning Pizza Planet into a real-world promotional hook. • Wendy's answers with a Minions and Monsters drive-thru activation that reportedly drew massive crowds in California. • Subway gets in early with a live-action Moana meal, collectible cups, and a Fandango ticket-code incentive. • McDonald's remains in Disney's promotional orbit, with Hexed positioned for a Thanksgiving push tied to Happy Meal visibility. HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia, Instagram: @JimHillMedia, Website: jimhillmedia.com • Lauren Hersey - X/Twitter: @laurenhersey2, Instagram: @lauren_hersey_ FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR I Want That Too is brought to you by UnlockedMagic.com, your go-to source for great deals on Disney and Universal tickets. If a trip to the parks is on your radar for summer or fall of 2026, head to UnlockedMagic.com and let their team help make your next vacation a little more magical. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the latest episode of Scratch, Philip Edsel, VP of Brand & Creative at Ladder, breaks down why most marketing misses the mark and what separates brands that feel cultural from those that feel tone-deaf. As fitness platforms multiply and algorithms fragment audiences, Ladder's strategy isn't to chase trends. It's to listen obsessively to what members actually want—and let that drive every creative decision. We get into: → Why cultural relevance can't be outsourced (or bought from a report) → How to build culture listening into your creative process without overthinking it → Why structuring teams around culture matters more than having the right budget → The brands that win: Skims, Bandit, Nothing-and why art direction is strategy → What happens when you listen to members instead of investors The key takeaways: Self-awareness is the number one attribute of great marketing - Most work fails because it lacks it. It's not about being clever. It's about understanding how your brand is actually perceived and what conversations are happening around it. Culture listening is structural, not magical - Put 30 minutes on your calendar every week. Get obsessed with what your audience actually cares about. Make it non-negotiable. By the time most brands catch on, they're six weeks too late. Either you have the people or you don't - You can't bottle up cultural taste. Either your team feels the pulse of what's moving culture, or it doesn't. If you don't have those people, recruit differently or organize differently. Yeti structured their entire team around communities. Most brands didn't even think of it. Listen to what your members want, not what trends are screaming - Ladder runs 45-minute surveys by the thousands. They're drowning in feedback about what members actually want. That drives product and creative not investor mandates. Simplify your language - Bad copywriting is Philip's biggest pet peeve. If it's a teaser that says "something's coming"—that's meaningless. Use words you'd actually use at dinner. Momentum is found too late for legacy brands - Challenger brands can move faster because they're willing to take creative risks informed by audience data. The inflection point is real. You have to be willing to swing. Watch this episode: ▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/pYQH4xUeU9o Scratch is a production of Rival, a marketing innovation consultancy. Hosted by Eric Fulwiler, featuring Philip Edsel of Ladder. Find Rival: wearerival.com | LinkedIn Find Eric: LinkedIn Find Philip: LinkedIn Find Ladder: joinladder.com Say hi: media@wearerival.com     Rival is a marketing consultancy for brands that want to challenge convention in their category. We're on a mission to understand what challenger brands do differently to grow in categories that are being disrupted, and use a challenger playbook to deliver outsized impact through an integrated, tech-enabled approach. Past guests include CMOs from Mastercard, GE, Shell, Hyperloop, Adobe, PepsiCo, and Papa Johns.If you're interested in learning more about marketing from successful CMOs, we compiled a list of the top 5 CMO podcasts to listen to in 2024; check it out here

On today's episode, host Mark Longo and the all-star panel break down a fascinating "ho-hum" macro day that is hiding massive, wild swings under the surface of individual single-name equities. First, the crew tests their wits with an official geography question from a 1980s Trivial Pursuit deck that leaves everyone questioning the data. Then, Mike Tosaw and Andrew Giovinazzi dive deep into the trading floor to look at the massive rotation into small caps (IWM), unusual vertical action in September VIX options, and why the tech giants (MSFT, GOOGL, AMZN) are shedding serious weight from their recent all-time highs while AI chip darlings like SanDisk (WDC) and Micron (MU) steal all the oxygen in the room. On the Trading Block & Odd Block: SpaceX Tears: Andrew's mama, Mama Lobster, is in mourning as SpaceX plunges roughly 11% in a single session. Is the air coming out of the IPO bubble, or is the premium vastly underpriced for single-leg buyers? Biotech Calls (ERAS): Heavy upside call buying hits the October 20 lines for Erasca Inc. Andrew breaks down why this early-stage oncology player is seeing big institutional accumulation. Pizza Puts (PZZA): Massive volume hits the August 25 puts for Papa John's. The panel breaks down why the entire restaurant and fast-food sector is getting squeezed eight ways from Sunday. Fiserv (FI): The continuation of the massive July 40 put saga. Is paper finally getting assigned on this "stair-step" downward trend? The Strategy Block: Mike Tosaw breaks his own golden rule of spreading to discuss why the extreme volatility and massive price extensions in SpaceX make a rare, compelling case for buying single-leg options instead of spreads.

In this episode the guys break down the pros and cons of the five most popular workout styles right now, Pilates, yoga, bodybuilding, powerlifting, and hybrid training; covering what each one is actually good at, what it's not, and who should be doing each one. They also get into why meal prepping is one of the most underrated fat loss strategies, how Coca Cola literally had cocaine and caffeine in the original formula, the first ever online pizza order, and the guy who spent 10,000 Bitcoin on two Papa John's pizzas in 2010. Then they answer questions from Instagram on rest days and strength training, how new personal trainers should get their first clients, whether GLP-1 drugs actually cause more muscle loss than regular dieting, and how to balance eating the same meals consistently versus adding food variety outside of a prep. MAPS Anabolic Relaunch: https://mapsanabolic.com Code: ANABOLIC for 50% off through the end of the month. Includes updated female blueprints, masterclass videos and three days of live coaching. SPONSORS Vita Bella / MP Hormones: Go to https://mphormones.com and BOOK A COMPLIMENTARY 10 minute consultation with a membership specialist to find out if Vita Bella is right for you. Or use code mindpump365 to start your annual membership and get your free blood panel and Gift. Consultation: entry: https://meetings-na2.hubspot.com/alever/marketing-membership-consultation?uuid=ff3ae3e9-7828-4d4b-be06-7d8d68ba2929 Caldera Lab (Hydro Layer skincare): https://calderalab.com/mindpump Code: MINDPUMP20 for 20% off your first order. Visibly reduces lines and wrinkles, firms skin, minimizes pores, all-day hydration. Peptide growth factors plus a hydration matrix that holds 5,000x its weight in water. Butcher Box: https://butcherbox.com/mindpump No code needed. Sign up now and choose your free for life offer plus $20 off. Choose from free sirloin tips for life, free chicken wings for life, or free ground beef for life. LINKS Mind Pump Store: [ https://mindpumpstore.com](https://mindpumpstore.com) Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia 0:00 - Intro 2:29 - The 5 most popular workout styles ranked and compared: Pilates, yoga, bodybuilding, powerlifting, hybrid 3:27 - Pilates: pros, cons, and why it's surging right now 11:15 - Yoga: breathing, flexibility, community, and why it's more valuable than ever 16:57 - Bodybuilding: the best for body composition and why it can attract body dysmorphia 21:16 - Powerlifting: the best foundation, great culture, and where it falls short 25:02 - Hybrid training: the most balanced but easiest to overtrain and hardest to program 30:51 - Why meal prepping is one of the most effective fat loss strategies (and how to make it simple) 33:33 - Butcher Box and the anchor meal strategy Adam uses every week 42:19 - Original Coca Cola had 5 to 9mg of cocaine per serving 50:24 - The guy who spent 10,000 Bitcoin on two Papa John's pizzas in 2010 57:26 - Q&A: How many rest days should you take per week when strength training? 59:56 - Q&A: What should a brand new personal trainer do on their first day to get clients? 1:02:49 - Q&A: Does GLP-1 actually cause more muscle loss than a regular calorie-restricted diet? 1:05:31 - Q&A: Is it better to eat the same meals every day or add variety outside of a prep?  

Donna & Steve start the show talking about some cool Hollywood memorabilia up for auction, a police department that had to fire a robot and the story of when Steve gave his college commencement speech.In hour 2, we play the "Toy Story" edition of the College of Pop Culture Knowledge, are worried that Papa John's is spying on us and apparently Jelly Roll & Bunnie XO still want to have a baby despite announcing their divorce.Finally, we go over things dads actually want for Father's Day, Tom Hanks shares the one scene from Cast Away he can't rewatch and we find out the Soup of the Day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

So Discovery has started to promote Shark Week...do we really need Kpop to "shift the narrative around sharks"?, City of Syracuse tickets a family for driving through a red light in a funeral procession, Papa Johns is spying on us with help from NBCUniversal and Instacart

So Discovery has started to promote Shark Week...do we really need Kpop to "shift the narrative around sharks"?, City of Syracuse tickets a family for driving through a red light in a funeral procession, Papa Johns is spying on us with help from NBCUniversal and InstacartSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey dig into Disney's latest wave of merch-driven experiences, from a London pop-up built around Disney UU collectibles to Trader Sam's 15th anniversary tiki mug celebration. They also track the growing Toy Story 5 promotional push, including Papa John's Pizza Planet packaging, movie theater collectibles, and Grogu's new blue Nilla Nummies. Then Jim turns to Disney's newly reimagined Animation Courtyard at Hollywood Studios and asks whether Disney will properly honor the Florida animation team that helped create Mulan, Lilo & Stitch, Brother Bear, and more. NEWS • Disney tests another ticketed-style merch experience with a Disney UU collectible pop-up in London. • Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar celebrates 15 years with a new anniversary mug and expanded food offerings. • Papa John's rolls out Pizza Planet boxes and Toy Story 5 personal pan pizzas tied to the film's release. • AMC, Cinemark, and Regal prepare exclusive Toy Story 5 popcorn buckets, cups, blankets, and collectible tie-ins. • Grogu gets his own blue Nilla Nummies cookies as Mandalorian and Grogu merch keeps expanding. FEATURE • Jim looks at the newly opened Animation Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios. • The reimagined space pays tribute to Disney's California animation history, from Hyperion to Burbank. • The conversation turns to the often-overlooked legacy of Walt Disney Feature Animation Florida. • Jim hopes the finished Magic of Disney Animation attraction includes meaningful nods to Mulan, Lilo & Stitch, Brother Bear, John Henry, and the artists who made them. HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia, Instagram: @JimHillMedia, Website: jimhillmedia.com • Lauren Hersey - X/Twitter: @laurenhersey2, Instagram: @lauren_hersey_ FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by UnlockedMagic.com, your go-to source for great deals on Disney and Universal tickets. If a 2026 park trip is on your radar, head over to UnlockedMagic.com and let their team help make your next vacation a little more magical. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy and Abe recount a stressful morning after a misplaced wallet caused a frantic search before heading to the studio. Beau joins for the Back Page to discuss Georgia baseball's postseason path and the upcoming Toy Story 5 promotion at Papa John's. They also react to Jameis Winston's unique philosophical take on soccer balls and the earth's shape from his new podcast. 01:00 - Braves vs Blue Jays 01:28 - Andy's Wallet Panic 06:10 - Back Page With Bo 07:32 - Toy Story 5 Nostalgia 11:04 - Jameis Winston Soccer Philosophy

Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey celebrate 100 episodes of I Want That Too by diving deep into one of Disney's most fascinating recurring patterns: the company's obsession with technology. From the rise and fall of Go.com to MagicBands, My Pal Mickey, Disney Infinity, and interactive park experiments that never fully worked, Jim traces Disney's long history of swinging big on tech innovation. Along the way, they also cover Toy Story 5 fast food partnerships, Alice in Wonderland's 75th anniversary, and new Small World anniversary merchandise. NEWS • Toy Story 5 teams up with Papa Johns in Disney's latest fast food collaboration push. • Burger King's Mandalorian promotion sparks conversation about Disney's growing restaurant partnerships. • Alice in Wonderland celebrates its 75th anniversary with restored screenings and limited merch. • Disney launches America 250 merchandise across Walt Disney World. • New It's a Small World 60th anniversary pins and collectibles arrive for Disney Parks fans. FEATURE • Jim revisits the rise and rapid collapse of Disney's Go.com initiative and why the company struggled to compete with Yahoo and AOL. • The history of Disney's biggest tech experiments, including holograms for The Black Cauldron and Journey Into Imagination. • Behind the scenes stories about My Pal Mickey, Glow With the Show ears, and the unrealized ambitions of MagicBands. • The original interactive plans for MagicBands included personalized Small World dolls, reactive character greetings, and real-time park tracking. • Disney Infinity, Epic Mickey, Lucky the Dinosaur, and Turtle Talk with Crush reveal how Disney repeatedly reinvents its approach to immersive technology. • Josh D'Amaro's latest comments about Disney Plus suggest the company may once again be trying to build a digital centerpiece for the Disney brand. HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia, Instagram: @JimHillMedia, Website: jimhillmedia.com • Lauren Hersey - X/Twitter: @laurenhersey2, Instagram: @lauren_hersey_ FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR Thanks to UnlockedMagic.com, your go-to source for great deals on Disney and Universal tickets. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This week JKJ is brave…and tries the new Sugar Free gummies from Trader Joe's that are making everybody poop their pants! What is the deal with them??? JKJ also discusses food news. Spam Hot Dogs anyone? https://www.foodbeast.com/news/spam-is-bringing-a-hot-dog-version-of-itself-to-stadiums-and-stores/ How about a giant bottle of the Papa John's butter sauce? https://www.foodbeast.com/news/papa-johns-is-finally-bottling-its-legendary-garlic-sauce/ Then JKJ answers a text message about building a community when you have kids. JKJ has had to learn to make friends and it's hard! Which then launches JKJ into a whole thing about parenting. Should parents always be at kids birthday parties? Should we be able to post videos about our lives without fear of parental judgement? There's always so much to think about when it comes to being a mom in 2026.  My special She's So Brave is now available to stream on Amazon Prime! https://www.amazon.com/Jenna-Kim-Jones-Shes-Brave/dp/B0CGQHFF1R Need help with you brand? Maybe you need a new website? Head to wicky.co - Your brand's creative partner!  Come cruise with me at Moon River at Sea: https://moonriveratsea.tbits.me/trk/jennakimjones Join my website today for exclusive content and the full podcast video: https://jennakimjones.com/product/membership/ Call or text me at 404-477-4160