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The business world was buzzing when Burger King posted 8.5% same-store sales growth in the US, beating McDonald’s by the widest margin in at least two years. Meanwhile, Wendy’s dropped 7%, losing its number two spot in American fast food. But is this turnaround as impressive as the headlines suggest? Through the lens of category design, the story looks very different from what most business journalists are telling you. On this episode of The Pirate Street Journal, Christopher , Eddie, and Bri break down what is really happening with Burger King and the fast food wars, why Reddit has become the most valuable and most manipulated room on the internet, and whether mascots are a genuine brand asset or just a sign that a company has nothing real to say. What emerged was a masterclass in how companies confuse marketing wins with actual category leadership. This is just some of the topics that Pirates Christopher Lochhead, Eddie Yoon and Bri Clark discuss on this episode of The Pirate Street Journal. Each week, the Category Pirates pick three headlines worth paying attention to and break down the category underneath. You're listening to Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different. We are the real dialogue podcast for people with a different mind. So get your mind in a different place, and hey ho, let's go. Burger King’s Growth Numbers Do Not Tell the Whole Story When Burger King rebuilt the Whopper with a premium bun, new mayo, and a box instead of a wrapper, it made headlines. CEO Tom Curtis started taking personal calls from customers, reportedly logging over 3,300 conversations. These are real operational improvements, and the marketing shift from stunt-driven content to customer-celebrating campaigns like “You Rule” shows genuine progress. However, as the panel pointed out, you do not deposit percentages into a bank account. Franchise profit per location actually dropped from roughly $205,000 to $185,000, hammered by record beef prices. The chain making less money per store is winning traffic, but not building wealth. Marketing can improve perception, but it cannot solve for a weak category position. Why Burger King Cannot Win by Fighting for Number Two The deeper issue is that Burger King has spent decades trying to be a better version of McDonald’s rather than something genuinely different. McDonald’s has far more locations and is legendary for speed and consistency. Premium burger brands like Five Guys and Shake Shack own the taste-driven, quality-focused space. Burger King is caught in the middle, without a clear category to own. The contrast with In-N-Out Burger is striking. In-N-Out has been owned by one family since its founding, has never franchised, has never gone public, and operates with one of the simplest menus in fast food history. The result is that customers do not say they want a burger. They say they want In-N-Out. That is what a category of one looks like, and it is the standard Burger King should be measuring itself against. What Reddit and Mascots Teach Us About Category Thinking The Reddit story carries a powerful lesson that connects directly to Burger King’s situation. Brands are paying agencies thousands of dollars a month to plant fake organic reviews on the one platform consumers trust precisely because nothing there is bought. The panel argued that the real opportunity on Reddit is not manipulation. It is listening. Angry customers are not indifferent customers. They are passionate ones who can be flipped into advocates with radical generosity and a genuine point of view. The mascot trend follows the same pattern. Crocs, Liberty Mutual, Stanley Black and Decker, and others are launching brand characters, but research shows a mascot needs more than three years of consistent use before it delivers measurable results. Most marketing teams do not have three years. Duolingo’s Green Owl succeeded because one person committed to it consistently over five years and built something culturally meaningful. A mascot, like any marketing asset, cannot substitute for a clear category. It can only amplify one that already exists. To hear about the topics in this week's The Pirate Street Journal, download and listen to this episode. You can also read more Pirate Street Journal entries in the Category Pirates newsletter. We hope you enjoyed this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different™! Christopher loves hearing from his listeners. Feel free to email him, connect on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and subscribe on Apple Podcast / Spotify!
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In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Elizabeth Beisel and Todd Anderson fill in for Katie Hoff, about a week out from giving birth to her daughter, and sit down with Emma Weyant ahead of the Pan Pacific Championships. It has been a strange year for her: a full training block with no Olympic Trials to break it up, and one of the hardest, most rewarding stretches of her career. So what does it take to trust a year of work you haven't gotten to prove yet?Emma walks through the overhaul that has reshaped her stroke work: heavier backstroke sets on power days, sometimes pulling backstroke with buckets while everyone else swims freestyle, a callback to band sets from her club days. Adding Pilates to dryland has helped her mobility and eased some hip issues. At Pan Pacs she's swimming the 400 free and 200 IM, training the 400 free daily alongside Katie Ledecky after a 4:07 at Fort Lauderdale. Todd asks her to name the biggest change, and backstroke is the answer without hesitation.Along the way, the conversation goes places most swim interviews don't: her walkout song pick of Getaway Car by Taylor Swift, a Shake Shack double cheeseburger with bacon as her cheat meal, a deep dive into hair care science that has her dreaming up a chlorine specific product line, and getting talked into her first spray tan by Katie Ledecky. She admits she still hasn't gotten the TikTok color analysis everyone keeps pushing her toward, joking she can never tell gold from silver when the trend hits her feed.Underneath the training talk is a real reckoning with what comes next. Emma graduated in August, studied for the LSAT, did well, then chose to push law school back a year rather than close the door on swimming. She's leaning into a word her coach repeats to her, courage, separating it from confidence: one is doing something bold and unexpected, the other comes from consistency and trust. She traces that shift to a breakthrough race in Fort Lauderdale a year ago, when she stopped chasing her old self and started building someone new. It's a shift Elizabeth is well positioned to draw out of her.Whether you're a swimmer trying to figure out your own next chapter or someone who has never set foot on a pool deck but loves a good identity story, this episode delivers. Watch the episode, then head to the comments and let us know: what's the difference between courage and confidence in your own life right now? Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast platform, and follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/unfilteredwaters) for clips, bonus content, and updates throughout the week.Note: this conversation was recorded ahead of the 2026 Pan Pacific Championships, so Emma's answers reflect where her head was heading into the meet, not how the racing actually went.FOLLOW EMMA WEYANT ON:Instagram: @emmaweyant#UnfilteredWaters #Swimming #EmmaWeyant #ElizabethBeisel #FloridaSwimming
Mark talks about tipping at Shake Shack when you pay by kiosk, Kathy Hochul's Buffalo Bills stadium ongoing controversy, the Flatiron building turned into condos, Ferrari's first electric car sold at auction, Judge Judy's son replaces his Mom on her former TV show, new flavors for Oreos, Nike's recent stock price dropping, and Gen Z not drinking alcohol and affecting wine sales.
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Watch Us On YouTube! Announcing a new, ongoing benefit for annual subscribers of our Slack community. Annual subscribers receive a free Points Path Alerts subscription OR a 30% discount on Points Path Pro. Ed and Richard are back home after another exhausting stretch of travel, and Richard has survived Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas—barely. Before getting into the airline news, they recap the Vegas experience, including $25 asparagus, $34 cocktails, increasingly unfriendly casino odds, Bellagio's surprising food problem, and why "free parking" has somehow become a legitimate Las Vegas selling point. There's also some fresh Bilt news. Bilt has relaunched its partnership with Blade, allowing members to redeem Bilt Cash for up to two airport helicopter seats per year, along with the ability to use Bilt Points toward Blade flights. Ed also celebrates another year of Accor Platinum status through Bilt's returning status match. Then it's time to talk airlines. After some decidedly unimpressive United flights, Ed and Richard discuss American Airlines ending complimentary upgrades into premium economy on select three-cabin domestic routes. Is this actually a meaningful loss for elites—or just another acknowledgement that complimentary upgrades are already disappearing? Delta, meanwhile, is moving hard in the opposite direction when it comes to premium cabin capacity. Some A330-900neos will feature a whopping 56 Delta One suites, while new domestic aircraft will also feature substantially larger first-class cabins. But Richard raises an important question: if airlines add all those premium seats without adding crew, lavatories and galley capacity, will the experience actually feel premium? Plus, Ed recaps his first D23 experience, they revisit last week's Amanvari controversy after new details emerged, Richard questions what's happening with Delta's operational reliability, and Uber One announces an "improvement" that involves… giving members less. Get hydrated like Ed in Vegas with Nuun If you enjoy the podcast, I hope you'll take a moment to leave us a rating. That helps us grow our audience! If you're looking for a way to support the show, we'd love to have you join us in our Travel Slack Community. Join me and other travel experts for informative conversations about the travel world, the best ways to use your miles and points, Zoom happy hours and exciting giveaways. Monthly access Annual access Personal consultation plus annual access We have witty, funny, sarcastic discussions about travel, for members only. My fellow travel experts are available to answer your questions and we host video chats multiple times per month. Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milestogopodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@milestogopodcast Ed Pizza: https://www.instagram.com/pizzainmotion/ Richard Kerr: https://www.instagram.com/kerrpoints/ ✈️ What We Cover in This Episode ✈️ Bilt Cash takes to the skies Bilt's revamped Blade partnership Using Bilt Cash for airport helicopter flights Redeeming Bilt Points toward Blade Accor Platinum status returns ✈️ Is Las Vegas getting too expensive? Free parking is now a selling point Resort fees and cheap room rates $25 asparagus and $34 cocktails Why Bellagio can be surprisingly difficult for a quick meal ✈️ United's aging aircraft problem Broken or nonexistent Wi-Fi Old entertainment systems Why SNA is still a fantastic alternative to LAX ✈️ Ed's first D23 New Disney attractions Fixing the Yeti New roller coasters The future of Figment Ed's take on Hyatt Regency Orange County ✈️ The Amanvari controversy gets more complicated New details about the canceled hotel stay What the original story left out Why opening-week hotel reviews remain a bad idea ✈️ American changes complimentary upgrades Premium economy on three-cabin domestic aircraft Routes where free upgrades are disappearing Why Richard thinks chasing status for domestic upgrades is already a losing game ✈️ Delta dramatically expands premium cabins 56 Delta One suites on select A330-900neos Bigger first-class cabins on domestic aircraft The potential problem with lavatories, galleys and staffing Why more premium seats may not mean cheaper premium fares ✈️ What's happening with Delta? Richard's recent delays Delta becoming his worst-performing airline this year Another missed Shake Shack burger ✈️ Uber One gives members an "improvement" Ride credits drop from 6% to 5% Why corporate messaging sometimes makes things worse ⏱️ Episode 450 Timestamps 0:48 – Surviving Virtuoso Travel Week and the Vegas heat 2:48 – Bilt Cash can now pay for Blade helicopter flights 5:59 – Vegas prices, free parking and Bellagio's food problem 14:05 – United's aging planes, broken Wi-Fi and the convenience of SNA 17:22 – Ed's first D23 and the biggest Disney announcements 22:48 – New details change the Amanvari hotel controversy 26:14 – American ends some complimentary premium-economy upgrades 31:01 – Delta dramatically increases premium cabin seating 36:24 – Richard asks: What is happening to Delta? 36:49 – Uber One's unusual definition of an "improvement"
Revisiting Viral meez Episodes — we're bringing back one of the most-listened-to conversations in meez Podcast history. This episode originally aired October 31, 2023.Have you ever wondered who is behind all of the new and exciting flavors at Shake Shack? Meet John Karangis, Executive Chef and VP of Culinary Innovation, leading R&D, menu development, and chef collaborations for the brand. John's culinary journey kicked off in the nineties at Union Square Cafe, winding through Paris and San Francisco, before settling back in New York City at Gramercy Tavern. A detour into the corporate kitchen of Goldman Sachs honed his skills in delivering top-notch restaurant-style food in unconventional settings. Prior to Shake Shack, John spent seven years at the helm of Danny Meyer's Union Square Events, fine-tuning his ability to execute high-quality food on a large scale.In this episode, join CEO Josh Sharkey and John as they discuss the intricacies of R&D and innovation at Shake Shack. Discover the secrets behind producing restaurant-quality fare on a grand scale, and get a glimpse into John's passion for endurance training.Links and resources
In today's bonus episode, Gastor and Shalewa talk about hiring gamers as air traffic controllers and robbing a Shake Shack then showing up to work - at the same Shake Shack.PATREON LAUNCH! For all those that have asked how they can help support the pod - it's finally here! Thanks again to all the Troops and Correspondents who rock with us. Check it out - we'll have some exclusive content and fun perks, plus it really does help! patreon.com/WarReportPodMany Thanks to our Patreon Troops & Correspondents for helping us bring this show to life.Shouts to the Correspondents!Tanya WeimanFontayne WoodsMark OrellanaCrystall SchmidtB. EmmerichCharlene BankAskewCharlatan the FraudCynthia PongKen MogulSayDatAgain SayDatAgainLaKai DillStephanie GayleUncleJoeStylenoshCato from StonoJennifer PedersenMarcusSarah PiardAna MathambaJSKnoLooking to further support? Help our data storage/archiving needs here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/23X55OW4CFU8Y?ref_=wl_shareFollow The Team:Instagram@SilkyJumbo@GastorAlmonteTwitter:@SilkyJumbo@GastorAlmonteTheme music "Guns Go Cold" provided by Kno of Knomercyproductions Twitter: @Kno Instagram: @KnoMercyProductions
A Shake Shack employee is being accused of robbing his own store!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New Madden! New VR mini golf course! And the games never stop!!! On this final Robert Alvarez re-listen, we also check in with co-guests Rockstar Brother Love, “HellKat” Katharine Heller, and Bad Boy Newsy thanks to listener-producers Shahrum & Heather, who cast this very episode. Before the party begins, Keith shares his thoughts on Father Malley using ChatGPT, Trump's Sunshine Protection Act, a Shake Shack employee robbing his own Shake Shack before returning to work, and the upcoming boys' weekend featuring guns, breasts, roller coasters, and Mötley Crüe I mean Tesla and Extreme. On with the show.
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The squad navigates a messy Homie Helpline where a listener named Danny tries to justify keeping his baby mama as a "booty call" while simultaneously demanding she tell him if she breathes near another man. Between the relationship drama, the crew reacts to The Rock's shocking transition into country music and investigates why the California Lottery is refusing to pay a dad $5 million because his teenage son bought the winning ticket.
We're breaking down The Rock's shocking transition from "It's About Drive" to country crooner, and honestly, the squad isn't even mad at his new daddy-daughter ballad!
Shake Shack customer notes prices rise on kiosk when he taps "no tip"..."Three Things You Need to Know"...Trump admin ending tax dollars for gender affirming surgery...other news of the daySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Utah lawmakers gave drivers a gas tax holiday, but are you actually feeling the savings? Executive producer Emily Means and City Cast Salt Lake contributors Molly Miloscia and Jack Stauss weigh the tradeoffs. Plus, we plan the ultimate birthday parties for Leo season, and is Shake Shack shaking customers down for tips? Resources and references: Vote for City Cast Salt Lake for City Weekly's Best Local Podcast. How To Tip in Salt Lake These Days [City Cast Salt Lake
We find out more on a Shake Shack worker robbing his own store and Swole quarterbacks.
We are breaking down the absolute soap opera in Big Bear after Jackie the bald eagle's passing, including a spicy conspiracy theory that her partner Shadow's new "friend" might have been behind the attack!
The squad tries to help "Bobby from Boise" navigate his cockroach-infested LA living situation before his bougie girlfriend realizes his "LA lifestyle" is a total fraud. We also break down the massive $12.5 billion sale of the Lakers to the owners of their biggest rivals and investigate the scandalous theory that Shadow the eagle let his new side-piece jump his late wife.
AOC ousted on the real reason she is freezing her eggs, more food recalls are in effect, President Trump slipped away from Air Force One in an elaborate security measure, accidental influencer fatalities are on the rise, QVC is total mayhem lately, a Haines City police officer used Flock cameras to spy on his estranged wife, a Shake Shack employee in Arizona robs his own workplace at gunpoint, and snakes hide in the strangest places...
Shake Shack is accused of charging you MORE if you don't choose to tip... at the self service kiosk. Yes, a viral video shows the kiosk upcharging around 50 cents per food item after the customer declined a tip. Then we talk about tipping culture in general. Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify. CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://more.clownfishtv.com/ On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629 MORE CLOWNFISH TV - Official Merch Store: http://ClownfishMinus.com Facebook - https://facebook.com/ClownfishTV X - https://x.com/ClownfishTVcom Clownfish TV subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClownfishTVOfficial/ Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #Podcast #Commentary #News #Reaction #Gaming #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech #Anime #FYP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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On the show: -Dangerously easy to play the lottery -Love or Hate when the pressure is all on you -Shake Shack is trying to clear the air…saying it was a technology glitch…NOT a no tip surcharge -Jerk or Justified? Asking your new college roommate to contribute more $ to furnishing the dorm room -Sandy "faking happy" for her daughter -Spezzano and Sandy's 30-Second Pitch: Intern Aiden's pitch to get hired fulltime
We've officially lost control of the microphones. Welcome to a special episode of Dadville—or as our daughters Zanna and Liv have rebranded it, Kidville. We thought we were the consummate podcasters, but the girls immediately put us in the hot seat to expose our deepest, most embarrassing secrets. We're talking about Dave pre-unwrapping a pocketful of Jolly Ranchers during church hymns so they don't crackle, and our classic grocery store panic calls because we can't find the basil. Nothing was safe—from Ringo Starr's lack of outfit "curb appeal" to the time Ireland's Starbucks cold foam tasted exactly like cardboard. They even recap Liv's legendary Shake Shack sprint in Chicago and grill us on our favorite child. Please listen to this chaotic takeover, buy their upcoming merchandise, and cast Zanna in a movie because she's officially "nice and famous"! All Things Dave: https://www.davebarnes.com All Things Jon: https://www.jonmcl.com Thanks to our Sponsors! Boll & Branch - Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at http://bollandbranch.com/dadville Exclusions apply. Quince - Go to http://quince.com/dadville 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Plus, trips and vacations are two totally different things...we break it down. We have a new hilarious list of college football player names for the new season...move over, Noah Knigga, and a video so disturbing Cane refuses to even show it. We talk about it, though. Perez Hilton, your table is ready.
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A Utah couple's viral TikTok — now with over 4 million views — shows prices jumping 50 cents per item at the Shake Shack kiosk inside Salt Lake City International Airport after they selected "no tip." Shake Shack says it was a technology error, not policy, and that licensee HMSHost has since fixed it. We break down the fiasco, Shake Shack's response, and ask YOU: do you tip at food kiosks, and where do you draw the line with tipping? Plus, CNBC's list of the top AI-proof job skills that require uniquely human abilities, why McDonald's and its rivals are finding that cheap meal deals no longer do the trick; we check out the new sport of Pop Darts. KSL Brightside streams live weekdays 12–3 PM. Watch the YouTube-exclusive live stream from 12–1 PM and catch us on radio plus YouTube from 1–3 PM. Subscribe to us on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@KSLBrightside
A man was arrested Monday after deputies said they caught him stealing more than 140 avocados from a southwest Miami-Dade grove over the weekend.Harry Potter fans have forced a new multimillion- dollar power cable between the UK and Ireland to be relocated after complaining it would desecrate the “grave” of Dobby, a fictional elf.US hired over 2,000 video gamers as air traffic controllers.UK has a new king of dildo buyers - Harrogate.Police believe a "body" found in an abandoned suitcase by a dirt road in southern NSW (Australia) was actually a sex doll.Mark Zuckerberg is facing criticism after the Coast Guard asked that his $300 million dollar yacht help a stranded small skiff that ran out of gas off the coast of Alaska & they were close to, but they never responded.Shake Shack is caught forcing people to pay more if they don't tip.A man in Columbus, Ohio was running from the police when he tried to jump a fence - then he lost his pants.MERCHSITE IS HERE!!
ITL is live from Day 11 of Texans Training Camp inside Reliant Stadium, with Lopez opening the show with another edition of OG Passing Thoughts, sharing his biggest observations and takeaways from the practice field. The crew continues breaking down what stood out during an extended practice, discussing the biggest positives, concerns, and developments as camp rolls on before asking whether they finally have a clear idea of what this Texans offense is going to be and what its identity could look like once the season begins. ITL then goes Around The NFL, reacting to the biggest headlines, roster moves, and storylines from across the league before shifting to the Astros after a dramatic 6-3 extra-inning win over the Giants, as Houston rallied with two outs and two strikes in the ninth before breaking through in the 10th. The hour wraps with What's Popping, covering the biggest stories from the worlds of sports and entertainment. Following practice, DeMeco Ryans meets with the media and ITL reacts to the Texans head coach's biggest comments and takeaways from the day. The crew then opens the floor for another edition of Lunch-Time Confessions before turning its attention to the college game with College Football on a Tuesday, discussing the biggest storylines and conversations from around the sport. The show closes with a Texans Grab Bag, as ITL bounces around several different camp topics, players, questions, and observations before Figgy's Mixtape wraps up the day with a Civil War artifact causing a bomb scare, a man allegedly robbing the Shake Shack where he works before returning for his scheduled shift, the news that Houston nightlife spots Kamp Houston and The Address have officially closed for good, and more bizarre stories from around the internet.
The final hour opens with a Texans Grab Bag, as ITL bounces around several different conversations and storylines coming out of training camp. The guys discuss what has caught their attention, lingering questions surrounding the roster, and other observations as the Texans continue preparing for the season. The show wraps with Figgy's Mixtape, featuring a Civil War artifact that unexpectedly turns into a bomb scare, a Shake Shack employee who allegedly robbed the restaurant and then returned to work his scheduled shift, and the news that Houston nightlife spots Kamp Houston and The Address have officially closed for good, along with more stories from around the internet.
Figgy dives into a Civil War artifact causing a bomb scare, a man allegedly robbing the Shake Shack where he works before returning for his shift, Kamp Houston and The Address officially closing their doors, and more.
Pags breaks down President Trump's new executive action on childhood vaccines and brings you the biggest moments from his Oval Office announcement about changes to the vaccination schedule. He also has the latest after a massive earthquake strikes Colombia before diving into a story that has the entire crew asking: Has tipping culture completely lost its mind? A Shake Shack customer claims the price of an order actually increased after selecting "no tip" at a self-service kiosk, and Pags wants to know why we're being asked to tip a machine in the first place. Then he reacts to Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed acknowledging that "free" healthcare means Americans paying more in taxes. Finally, Kay Hill joins the program to connect the dots between El-Sayed, Zohran Mamdani and the growing Democratic Socialists of America movement. Are they finally saying out loud what they want to do with power? And what do Flock cameras have to do with any of it? Pags and Kay put on the proverbial tinfoil hats and go down a rabbit hole you don't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Good Morning BT with Bo Thompson and Beth Troutman | Tuesday, August 11th, 2026. 6:05 Beth’s Song of the Day 6:20 SC Senate GOP special election today 6:35 SC Senate GOP special election today cont. 6:50 RAM Biz Update; Is tipping 25% being normalized? 7:05 Shake Shack pricing controversy goes viral 7:20 The Beth Troutman show feat. Bo Thompson and Jim Szoke 7:35 More from the Beth Troutman Show 7:50 Rabbit holes on The Beth Troutman Show 8:05 Panthers QB Haynes King pushing for QB2? 8:20 SC Senate GOP primary election day 8:35 Caller Jarren uses Kristen Bernard! 8:50 SC Senate Race cont. 9:05 Report: President Trump took alternate plane after credible Iranian threat 9:20 Guest: Wayne Troutman (Beth's Dad/SC Election Day Specialist) - SC Senate election day 9:35 Production Director Jerome featured in newest GMBT Show open 9:50 Show wrap See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A customer noticed prices change on their Shake Shack order after they declined to tip - is this legal?
O.A.R. is at The Masonic on Wednesday, and John Mellencamp is at Shoreline this week. The Whittlin' Fiddler has passed away at 109 years old. Ariana Grande's album goes #1 - that's 7 in a row. The inaugural LA Jazz Festival was canceled. Who were the top voices of New Wave? Lazy people, rejoice! It's your day. Vinnie is confused by tipping, and so is Shake Shack. Can Sarah and the gang remember how these nursery rhymes end? Let's play!
Hour 1: Sarah tried out a virtual Blockbuster this weekend. Sombr is pretty happy for a sad boy. Benson Boone had to cancel his Sacramento show at the last minute. Jason Sudeikis doesn't know about mail forwarding. Coke is kosher! A little investigation into Liberia. A man in Scotland dresses up as a plant as a way to switch up getting drunk. Have you been spending more or less time outdoors this summer? Hour 2: ‘Michael' is now streaming on Stars. A small update on Perez Hilton. Mark Zuckerberg's mega yacht declined to help a boat in trouble. Mama June has opinions on her daughter's OnlyFans stardom. The Bay Bridge has upcoming closures we should be aware of. A couple found a dress code loophole. The hours it takes to physically feed your family really stack up. Hour 3: Remember Lavender from Harry Potter? Here's what she's up to… on OnlyFans! Can you use ocean water to cook your pasta? Ask Brooklyn Beckham. Kylie Jenner's birthday party looked pink! The NFL is warming up. The world record for the longest hair is WAY longer than you'd guess. Why are our liquids still banned at the airport? It's the summer of purse guys! Hour 4: O.A.R. is at The Masonic on Wednesday, and John Mellencamp is at Shoreline this week. The Whittlin' Fiddler has passed away at 109 years old. Ariana Grande's album goes #1 - that's 7 in a row. The inaugural LA Jazz Festival was canceled. Who were the top voices of New Wave? Lazy people, rejoice! It's your day. Vinnie is confused by tipping, and so is Shake Shack. Can Sarah and the gang remember how these nursery rhymes end? Let's play!
Shake Shake is under public scrutiny after a video went viral showing that they charge more for certain items on their ordering kiosks if you select not to tip... The Show spent quite a few days traveling together so now is the best time to test those friendships and play our game, The Newly Show Game! Gen Z is known for not really understanding much about the older generation and that even bleeds into the work place. Well we found a list of saying that float around work places that Gen Z really doesn't understand...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Shake Shack up charging if customers don't leave a tip, a Stephen Hawking impression goes viral, and a Wendy's manager earns his way to Yale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Shake Shake is under public scrutiny after a video went viral showing that they charge more for certain items on their ordering kiosks if you select not to tip... The Show spent quite a few days traveling together so now is the best time to test those friendships and play our game, The Newly Show Game! Gen Z is known for not really understanding much about the older generation and that even bleeds into the work place. Well we found a list of saying that float around work places that Gen Z really doesn't understand...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Missed this morning's Prospector Show on ROCK 107? Catch up with Prospector's Prime Cuts, your daily recap of the funniest moments from NEPA's morning radio show. On today's episode: • How Did Your Dog Get Its Name? August is National Dog Month, so we asked listeners for the stories behind their dogs' names. Some were carefully chosen. Others just happened and somehow stuck. • Is Shake Shack Shaking Down Non-Tippers? A tipping controversy has people talking, and Prospector wonders whether we've finally reached the point where the tip screen has gone too far. • The Plymouth Kielbasa POWER PLANT — the Plymouth Alive Kielbasa Festival may be over, but after a weekend of kielbasa, halushki and pierogies, NEPA could be sitting on an untapped source of natural gas. Prospector unveils a revolutionary way to turn those post-festival digestive consequences into clean energy. • Prospector's Yambag of the Day • Plus more weird, funny, and completely unnecessary moments from the show. Stay caught up on Northeast PA radio, local comedy, listener stories, food festival insanity, and the daily nonsense you might have missed on the Prospector Show.
The servers were not behaving last week, sorry for the lack of pods on Thursday and Friday. But Dave (and our servers) were back today, and treating listeners to a rather incredible Stephen Hawking impression, a possible fast one that Shake Shack is trying to pull, some 92-year-old grandma isn't letting anything stand in the way of her Taco Bell, and Dave shared another "Desperate Wife Text From Summer!" And since it's back-to-school season, people shared advice on how to handle a bully... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chick-fil-A owner-operator Jon Harmeling, a former West Point instructor in systems engineering, joins QSR Uncut to chat about his journey with the category leader, but also to break down how he's developed 10 AI systems that run inside his store. From forecasting to hiring to becoming a better leader, Harmeling continues to test and refine the homemade approach to thrive under margin pressure. We talk about real-life examples, where it's failed, how it's made a massive difference in culture and recognition, and where it all goes from here. It's an episode with actionable insights you won't want to miss.And be sure to register for our QSR Evolution Conference in Atlanta to learn from and network with the country's top restaurant brands, from Chick-fil-A to Shake Shack to Burger King, Texas Roadhouse, White Castle, and more. You can do so here. Our first private restaurant operator community is now open. For $500 a year, you gain access to exclusive content and reports, but also AMA Zoom calls with industry experts, and a sign-up for a WhatsApp Chat that connects you in real-time with leaders across the sector, from franchisees to founders to emerging executives. Request your invite today at plus.qsrmagazine.com.
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Gladys Kong, CEO of Azira, joins QSR Uncut this week to break down some rising technologies and how restaurant brands can better understand their customers, optimize operations, and compete in a market where consumer behavior is quickly changing. Is it time to move beyond basic foot traffic reporting and into predictive, data-driven decision making? Should you worry about privacy regulations? A lot to get into as innovation continues to flood the foodservice world.And be sure to register for our QSR Evolution Conference in Atlanta to learn from and network with the country's top restaurant brands, from Chick-fil-A to Shake Shack to Burger King, Texas Roadhouse, White Castle, and more. You can do so here. Our first private restaurant operator community is now open. For $500 a year, you gain access to exclusive content and reports, but also AMA Zoom calls with industry experts, and a sign-up for a WhatsApp Chat that connects you in real-time with leaders across the sector, from franchisees to founders to emerging executives. Request your invite today at plus.qsrmagazine.com.
On episode 233 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson, Duncan Hill, and Josh Brown tackle your investing and financial planning questions, including whether Shake Shack's recent collapse is a buying opportunity, how active management fits alongside indexing, what would actually make a long-term bull turn bearish, how to promote disciplined investing in a speculative market, and whether an expected inheritance should influence your financial plan. They discuss: Is Shake Shack a value opportunity after its earnings collapse? Why active management and indexing aren't mutually exclusive What would make a long-term investor turn bearish? Teaching long-term investing in a market driven by speculation How to think about a future inheritance without letting it change your financial decisions today This episode is sponsored by Betterment Advisor Solutions. Learn more at: https://betterment.com/advisors Compound Merch: https://idontshop.com/ Submit your Ask The Compound questions to askthecompoundshow@gmail.com! Subscribe to The Compound Newsletter for all the latest Compound content, live event announcements, find out who the next TCAF guest is, get updates on the latest merch drops, and more! https://www.thecompoundnews.com/subscribe
One of the country's most-iconic treat chains recently rolled out Seattle's Best Coffee as it looks to compete more aggressively for high-frequency beverage occasions and evolve beyond traditional indulgence moments. We'll explore what that means for Cinnabon, how it's innovating overall to meet the customer where they are, and what's next for a chain that added more than 300 stores nationwide last year.And be sure to register for our QSR Evolution Conference in Atlanta to learn from and network with the country's top restaurant brands, from Chick-fil-A to Shake Shack to Burger King, Texas Roadhouse, White Castle, and more. You can do so here. Our first private restaurant operator community is now open. For $500 a year, you gain access to exclusive content and reports, but also AMA Zoom calls with industry experts, and a sign-up for a WhatsApp Chat that connects you in real-time with leaders across the sector, from franchisees to founders to emerging executives. Request your invite today at plus.qsrmagazine.com.
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
Another trading week is in the books, and we're wrapping it all up with one of my favorite formats—the Viewer Q&A! This week, we'll answer several great questions from the audience, breaking down individual stocks, technical setups, and the broader market to help you make better trading decisions. On today's show, we'll discuss: Shake Shack – Is the recent move sustainable, or has the stock gotten ahead of itself? SK Hynix – One of the biggest beneficiaries of the AI boom. Does it still have room to run? Intel – Can the chip giant regain its footing, or is it still playing catch-up in the semiconductor race? Plus several additional viewer-submitted questions covering trading, investing, and market strategy. I'll also provide an update on my Tesla trade, discussing how the position has evolved, what adjustments I've made, and what I'm watching next. Sometimes the best lessons come from managing a trade after it's been placed—not just finding the entry. Finally, we'll wrap up the week with a broad market overview, looking at: The biggest market-moving headlines Sector rotation and market leadership Technical levels to watch next week Where I see potential opportunities developing Whether you're trading individual stocks or simply trying to stay on top of the market, this episode is packed with practical insights and real-world analysis. Because every week the market tells a story... Our job is to listen carefully. Listen now:
Moe's Southwest Grill is in the midst of a new, three-part strategy to drive incremental gains. It includes extended hours to serve unmet demand, a Gen Z menu play, a deeper dive into delivery, and more as the category icon readies for what's next. Chief brand officer Mike Smith joins QSR Uncut this week to unpack what brands are missing with late-night, how snacking behavior is shaping trends, and how Moe's plans to find growth in one of the most competitive categories there is.And be sure to register for our QSR Evolution Conference in Atlanta to learn from and network with the country's top restaurant brands, from Chick-fil-A to Shake Shack to Burger King, Texas Roadhouse, White Castle, and more. You can do so here. Our first private restaurant operator community is now open. For $500 a year, you gain access to exclusive content and reports, but also AMA Zoom calls with industry experts, and a sign-up for a WhatsApp Chat that connects you in real-time with leaders across the sector, from franchisees to founders to emerging executives. Request your invite today at plus.qsrmagazine.com.
Some shows carefully plan every segment.This is not one of those shows.Today's daily comedy show starts with Woody back in St. Louis as the gang relives nearly setting Captain Jim's entire fireworks inventory on fire, accidentally launching explosives toward a trailer packed with even more explosives, and wondering how they somehow got invited back every year.Naturally, that turns into an all-out war over weather apps because apparently your choice between Apple Weather, Google Maps, Waze, and The Weather Channel says everything about your personality. Somewhere during the argument Riz admits he's gaming Waze just to earn imaginary points, Woody questions humanity, and Moon becomes Bing's official spokesperson.Then things somehow get even weirder.The crew debates home ownership versus renting, subscription services invading literally everything, catalytic converter thefts, why landlords secretly deserve medals, and whether calling your landlord to change a light bulb should be considered a crime.From there, the conversation completely derails into horrifying toothbrush habits. Seriously...if your toothbrush looks like it fought in several wars, Lern wants you to know she's apparently one of those people. Dentists everywhere may need a moment after this episode.The laughs keep rolling as Woody shares restaurant recommendations from Pittsburgh, everyone debates St. Louis food loyalties, Rafe discovers Corner 17, and the gang somehow lands on one of the most important questions ever asked:Which restaurant logo would you permanently tattoo on your body for free food for life?There's also plenty of classic Rizz Show chaos involving stolen weather stations, neighborhood conspiracy theories, terrible station vehicles, Emos debates, Joya's love, In-N-Out slander, Shake Shack arguments, and enough sarcastic roasting to remind you exactly why hanging out with these idiots somehow feels like hanging out with your own friends.If you like ridiculous conversations that start somewhere sensible before immediately driving off the nearest cliff, this daily comedy show delivers exactly what you'd expect—and several things you definitely wouldn't.Whether you're listening during your commute, pretending to work, or hiding from your own responsibilities, thanks for making The Rizzuto Show part of your day.And remember...Never trust someone whose toothbrush looks like a frightened peacock.This daily comedy show proudly serves sarcasm, questionable opinions, and absolutely zero meteorological expertise.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.