Podcasts about Texas Roadhouse

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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

We're frustrated that we still haven't received all the details about the Taylor and Travis wedding, and we also have a Texas Roadhouse tip for YOU!The fun continues on our social media pages!Jeremy, Katy & Josh Facebook: CLICK HERE Jeremy, Katy & Josh Instagram: CLICK HERE

Texas Roadhouse is testing delivery. Chick-fil-A is modernizing playgrounds. And the James Beard Awards ceremony may be leaving Chicago.

Summary:In a restaurant, food and labor account for 60 to 65 cents of every dollar spent, and there are a lot of ways to lose money when you're not watching them closely. Most back-office tools only tell operators what went wrong after the fact; today's company gives them a clear picture of what's happening right now, and what it will cost them if they don't do anything about it.David Cantu is the CEO of Craftable, one of the hospitality industry's leading SaaS profit management platforms. He's been in the industry for approximately 35 years — starting in operations at P.F. Chang's, co-founding HotSchedules, and most recently serving as CEO of Black Box Intelligence.Today, David walks us through how Craftable works, what they're most focused on as they look to automate the back-office workflow, and why you can't manage costs at the expense of the customer experience.Highlights:Hooked from the first shift (2:08)From P.F. Chang's to HotSchedules (2:52)How David came to Craftable (6:40)The back-office workflow, explained (9:21)Scale and ideal customer (11:40)Staying operator-first (13:40)Actual vs. theoretical (17:37)Cost discipline vs. guest experience (20:09)Texas Roadhouse and playing the long game (23:18)What's next for Craftable (24:29)Links:David's LinkedInCraftable LinkedInCraftable WebsiteICR LinkedInICR TwitterICR WebsiteFeedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, joe@lowerstreet.co

World Cup fans are falling in love with America — while celebrities who got rich here trash it. Dr. Phil breaks down the Real Story.A British fan says "we owe America a huge apology." A Swede discovers Buc-ee's. An Aussie goes viral over Texas Roadhouse. Meanwhile, Ellen DeGeneres and Eva Longoria left the country — loudly. Dr. Phil explains the psychology of America's harshest critics, then counts down 10 reasons this is still the greatest country on Earth as America turns 250.Thank you to our sponsors:Preserve Gold: Get up to $20,000 in FREE Gold & Silver with a qualified purchase. Text ASKPHIL to 50505 or visit https://DrPhilgold.comENERGYbits® Use Code “DRPHIL” and Visit: https://energybits.com/discount/DRPHILSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We dive into the nightmare of credit card fraud and how Zach's identity got stolen for Uber rides and Texas Roadhouse gift cards. We also tackle the massive price hikes hitting the tech and gaming world thanks to AI data centers buying up all the hardware, the reality of the Dead Internet Theory, and GTA 6's insane presales. Plus, we finally address the logistical mysteries of the men's room and why some guys prefer to sit. Pull up a chair and join the conversation.Thank you for being part of this crowd!00:00 - Start!00:39 - Welcome to the Crowd01:23 - Naming Kids After Where They Were Conceived04:16 - Lie Detectors & Thumbtacks06:14 - Exciting Lives, Cancer Jokes & Eulogies09:51 - The Legend of "Soft Zach"11:07 - We Got Hacked (Credit Card Fraud)17:46 - The Truth About Men's Bathrooms20:47 - Nostalgic Comedy Music24:21 - Why Happy Feet is Terrible29:43 - Space IPOs32:56 - Student Drivers & Hand-Crank Windows37:51 - Putting Unleaded Gas in a Diesel48:25 - GTA 6 Makes $9 Billion in 24 Hours59:38 - The AI Music Crisis & Beyond Disdain1:07:57 - The Dead Internet Theory1:12:20 - Insane Tech & Console Price Hikes1:24:53 - The Controversial Box Elder Data Center1:29:31 - Microchip Breakthroughs That Break Your Brain1:35:38 - OutroReddit- Our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FivesACrowd- Our Account: https://www.reddit.com/user/FivesACrowdPodcastFollow Our Personal AccountsAustin - https://allmylinks.com/austinspomerCam - https://www.instagram.com/effinburch/Chris - https://www.instagram.com/thechrishummel/Tony - https://www.instagram.com/theonlytonyc/Zach - https://www.instagram.com/zvanbeekum/P.O. Box**Please no packages, letters only**Five's A Crowd Podcast1123 N Fairfield Rd #1373 Layton, UT 84041

When you order coffee on your phone, you're experiencing the most successful app pattern in retail: the Starbucks flywheel. Skip the line, earn points, get personalized suggestions, repeat. Rob Tedesco has spent years helping restaurant brands replicate this formula at Dutch Bros, Shake Shack, Carl's Jr, and dozens more. But here's what surprised him: not every restaurant actually needs all four pieces of that engine.Join hosts Nick Paladino and Chuck Moxley as they explore why passwordless login is suddenly the number one priority for QSR apps everywhere. We also unpack a counterintuitive truth: robots are better at upselling than humans. A cashier forgets to ask about fries. An app never does. That algorithmic upsell catches sales humans miss.We dig into how Dutch Bros turned stickers into a collectible experience that hit number one in the App Store, and why the app had to feel as fun as the brand itself. Plus the uncomfortable truth about app security in QSR: these businesses are targets for credential stuffing attacks, and that affects how seriously they take authentication.Key Actionable Takeaways:Passwordless login removes the biggest friction point - Six-digit passcodes beat magic links and device fingerprinting because they're what customers already knowBuild for your frequency, not Starbucks' frequency - Texas Roadhouse doesn't need loyalty programs because they compete on value and hospitality, not habitsAlgorithmic personalization beats human memory every time - Let machines handle upsells; your employees will forget anywayWant more tips and strategies about creating frictionless digital experiences? Subscribe to our newsletter!https://www.thefrictionlessexperience.com/frictionless/Download the Five Step Site Speed Target Playbook: http://bluetriangle.com/playbookRob Tedesco's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertcharlestedesco/ Nick Paladino's LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/npaladino Chuck Moxley's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckmoxley/Chapters:(00:00) Introduction(02:20) The QSR flywheel explained (05:00) Starbucks blueprint vs Texas Roadhouse (08:55) App fatigue and Amazon exception(11:00) Passwordless login becoming standard(13:20) Device fingerprinting explained(14:30) Security threats in QSR(16:00) Why restaurants have apps(16:54) Dutch Bros sticker strategy(19:30) 10-second app design(20:00) Legacy POS complexity(22:00) Conclusion

In this hour of Ready Set Bet, hosts Dustin Swedelson and Mike Somich talk about the MLB, UFC 329 recap, PGA Scottish Open, and the World Cup. The hosts go into Pony Up and talk about Saturday's results. Greg Peterson joins the show and goes over his favorite bets for the MLB, also discusses his love for Texas Roadhouse. The hosts wrap up the hour with futures for the NFL. Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. You can take 17% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD26. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Texas Roadhouse has given their employees shirts that say "I love my job." but do they really?

Brian is banned from doing content, so OhDoctah steps in to debate Sydney Sweeney, roast Supergirl, explain Black Gritty, and watch World Cup tourists discover free refills, Texas Roadhouse, and America. Get an extra episode every week only at https://www.patreon.com/greatnight!

Brian is banned from doing content, so OhDoctah steps in to debate Sydney Sweeney, roast Supergirl, explain Black Gritty, and watch World Cup tourists discover free refills, Texas Roadhouse, and America. Get an extra episode every week only at https://www.patreon.com/greatnight!

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.

We start with Germany’s stunning World Cup loss to Paraguay and discover that, as usual, international soccer has a remarkable ability to make millions of perfectly rational adults behave like deranged squirrels. From there, we ponder: why so many Europeans become unexpectedly fascinated by American food and conveniences, leading us through brisket, Waffle House, Texas Roadhouse, Chick-fil-A, and Buc-ee’s, which somehow manages to be a gas station, a tourist attraction, and possibly its own form of local government. We talk air conditioning—not just as a machine that keeps people from melting into the upholstery, but as a cultural dividing line. We argue over comfort, whether humans are supposed to reshape nature or merely negotiate with it, and what it really means to "take dominion" over the world using a thermostat. We also tackle the less relaxing subjects of exit taxes, estate taxes, and the fact that governments are enthusiastic about knowing where your money is. Along the way, we examine sovereign citizen claims, why those arguments consistently fail in court, and whether anyone can truly live outside government authority. By the end, we've connected soccer heartbreak, roadside brisket, industrial-strength air conditioning, and tax law into one conversation, which is either impressive or a compelling argument that podcasts are a waste of time.

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We start with Germany’s stunning World Cup loss to Paraguay and discover that, as usual, international soccer has a remarkable ability to make millions of perfectly rational adults behave like deranged squirrels. From there, we ponder: why so many Europeans become unexpectedly fascinated by American food and conveniences, leading us through brisket, Waffle House, Texas Roadhouse, Chick-fil-A, and Buc-ee’s, which somehow manages to be a gas station, a tourist attraction, and possibly its own form of local government. We talk air conditioning—not just as a machine that keeps people from melting into the upholstery, but as a cultural dividing line. We argue over comfort, whether humans are supposed to reshape nature or merely negotiate with it, and what it really means to "take dominion" over the world using a thermostat. We also tackle the less relaxing subjects of exit taxes, estate taxes, and the fact that governments are enthusiastic about knowing where your money is. Along the way, we examine sovereign citizen claims, why those arguments consistently fail in court, and whether anyone can truly live outside government authority. By the end, we've connected soccer heartbreak, roadside brisket, industrial-strength air conditioning, and tax law into one conversation, which is either impressive or a compelling argument that podcasts are a waste of time.

Welcome to a special live edition of Community Capital, recorded on location at Brighton's Country Boots and Beats Festival. Jennifer Bond sat down with four local businesses and organizations making an impact in the Brighton community: Alexis and Christian from Jet's Pizza Brighton, Logan from Texas Roadhouse, Shana from White Blossom Farm Boutique, and Matt Rose from the Michigan Music Initiative. Four conversations, one great day downtown.     Timestamps 00:00 Jet's Pizza: A Family Legacy 04:50 Texas Roadhouse: Community First 09:44 White Blossom Farm Boutique Mobile 13:08 Michigan Music Initiative Show Links Learn more about the Brighton Chamber by visiting our website. Website: https://www.brightoncoc.org/

Recently named a Top 3 emerging restaurant chain in the U.S. by Datassential, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is fast approaching 100 units and $150 million in systemwide sales. President Bob Andersen joins QSR Uncut to discuss life growing a concept in a red-hot Mediterranean category and what it takes to win on the AI, menu, and franchising fronts. 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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Sean Noble and Chris Clements are back for another episode of Light Beer Dark Money, covering politics, media, foreign policy, social media, and an unexpected wave of American pride. Sean opens with stories from Disney World, an ultramarathon relay, and a Father's Day spent recovering from both. Then the conversation turns to Tucker Carlson's announcement that he will no longer support the Republican Party.  Sean and Chris discuss Tucker's evolution, his interviews with figures such as Nick Fuentes and Matt Gaetz, and why they believe outrage-driven media has become a race to the bottom. They also examine how social media rewards controversy, attention, and constant escalation — while reflecting on the surprise success of their viral Rush clip featuring Anika Nilles.  From there, they discuss the role of conservative institutions such as the Heritage Foundation when Republicans control Washington. Sean argues that outside organizations must be willing to challenge Republican administrations rather than becoming echo chambers.  The conversation then shifts to Iran, the administration's negotiations, JD Vance being publicly snubbed, sanctions relief, nuclear material, and the difficult balance between short-term political outcomes and America's long-term national security.  Later, Sean and Chris react to JD Vance's appearance on The View and discuss why personal interaction often breaks down partisan stereotypes. That leads to a broader conversation about Republicans becoming the “party of the normies,” patriotism, faith, and pride in America.  The episode wraps with World Cup visitors discovering Buc-ee's, Bass Pro Shops, Texas Roadhouse, free refills, ice, American hospitality, and everything else that makes the country unique. Sean and Chris argue that the enthusiasm is genuine — and that it is reminding Americans what they have to be proud of.  Faith, freedom, free enterprise — and the weekly conversation you expect from Light Beer Dark Money.  #TuckerCarlson #JDVance #Iran #MediaBias #America #Politics  Subscribe for weekly conversations on Faith, Freedom & Free Enterprise with Sean Noble and Chris Clements. Light Beer Dark Money Website: lightbeerdarkmoney.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightBeerDarkMoney/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightbeerdarkmoney/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lbdmpodcast?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/light-beer-dark-money/ Blog: https://lightbeerdarkmoney.com/hypocrisy-and-the-aoc-oh-sandy/ #PrattPodcasting 

Ben has fantastic audio from social media, involving one Australian man who loves Texas Roadhouse, and one poor guy who has insane patience dealing with his wife's soccer questions.

Steak Shapiro and Drew Butler are joined by Billy Andrade to analyze Wyndham Clark's U.S. Open victory and the challenging conditions at Shinnecock Hills. They also discuss breaking coaching news and the latest NBA trade rumors involving Giannis Antetokounmpo. Finally, they react to a viral Australian review of Texas Roadhouse before playing a round of Three Strikes with callers. 01:00 - Billy Andrade Joins 06:05 - Shinnecock Hills Setup 13:10 - NBA Draft Rumors 20:44 - Weekend Entertainment Highlights 25:03 - Three Strikes Segment

Steak Shapiro and Drew Butler discuss significant NBA draft rumors, focusing on the potential movement of stars like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Trae Young. They also dive into their Three Strikes questions regarding favorite animated films and sit-down chain restaurants, highlighted by a viral Australian reaction to Texas Roadhouse. 01:04 - NBA Draft and Trade Rumors 03:47 - Three Strikes: Movies and Restaurants 08:29 - Texas Roadhouse and Listener Callers

Andy talks about Henry Rollins and Ian MacKaye releasing the Cramps' lost album Gravest Gravy, his mom having a crush on Spike Lee, his wife witnessing a bar fight, 1900Rugrat & BLP Kosher being weirdly fascinating, Texas Roadhouse not being a vibe, and Lola finding a mole in the yard. Also, we listen to a clip of Keith Morris of Circle Jerks excoriating fascists in his audience. On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rush's Fifty-Something tour kicks off and Rachel looks at their hits on the Rock Airplay chart, pt. 3. Follow Rachel on Last.fm here.

In this hour of Ready Set Bet, hosts Matt Brown and Mike Somich talk about the NHL Stanley Cup Final, the NBA Finals and the College Baseball Regionals. Greg Peterson also joins the show and helps talk about the MLB and there's a Texas Roadhouse update. The hosts then Pony Up and recap the Belmont. Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. You can take 17% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD26. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scott's retirement party event yesterday, the Texas Roadhouse song, today's holidays and celebrity birthdays, Waffle House — plus the latest news and sports. 

Jeff Cardozo and Zach Abolverdi were live from Texas Roadhouse to talk the Gators baseball roster in the offseason, reflected on D1Baseball's preseason rankings and looked at Jon Sumrall's top-five 2027 recruiting class.

DAMIONCarnival Corporation's data breach exposed personal data of nearly 6 million customers: An April social engineering attack on an employee account compromised names, dates of birth, and government-issued ID numbers. WHO DO YOU BLAMESkills: Technology & Cybersecurity: Experience with information technology and cybersecurity matters is increasingly important to mitigate the risks our business faces, promote innovation and maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving technological ageLeast represented 5/11CEO Josh WeinsteinNO: at Carnival since 2002, started as General CounselSir Johathon BandNO: First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff, the most senior officer position in the British Navy (2006 to 2009, when he retired); Admiral and Commander-in-Chief Fleet (2002 to 2006); Served as a naval officer in increasing positions of authority (1967 to 2002)Jason CahillyNO: CEO Dragon Group LLC, provides capital and business management consulting and advisory services worldwide; The NBA: CFO & Chief Strategic Officer; Goldman Sachs: Partner; Global Co-Head of Media and Telecommunications; Head of Principal Investing for Technology, Media & TelecommunicationsNelda ConnorsNO: CEO/Chair Pine Grove Holdings, a privately held investment company; CEO Atkore International, manufacturer of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions; VP Eaton Corporation, electrical and automotive supplierLaura WeilNO: Founder Village Lane Advisory LLC, specializes in providing executive and strategic consulting services to retailers COO New York & Company, women's apparel and accessories retailer; CEO Ashley Stewart, women's apparel retailer; CEO Urban Brands, apparel retailer; COO AnnTaylor Stores, women's apparel retailer; CFO American Eagle Outfitters, apparel retailerAudit Committee: Oversee management's risk assessment processes to identify principal and emerging risks, including financial, IT, cybersecurity and non-HESS operational risksLaura Weil*: NOJason Cahilly: NOJeffrey Gearhart: NOWalmart Corporate Secretary and lawyerStuart Subotnick: NOCEO at Metromedia Company, wireless/communications, until 2010; Carnival director since 1987 Health, Environmental, Safety and Security Committee: Oversee management's processes to identify principal and emerging health, environmental, safety, security and sustainability-related risks, including those related to ship operations and cybersecurity, RAAS health, environmental, safety, security audits, IAG and external investigations into significant ship incidents, and health, environmental, safety, security-related hotline complaints, and assess the steps management has taken to minimize such risks.Sir Johathon Band*: NONelda Connors: NOHelen Deeble: NOFormer CEO P&O Ferries Division Holdings, shipping and logistics businessKatie Lahey: NOExecutive Chair Korn Ferry Australasia, leadership and talent firmMicky Arison (75%): Exec Chair and former CEO and 7% stockholderThe CEO Pay Ratio1,063:124 retail CEOs made as much in a day as their typical employee earned in a year — and a big one didn't. WHO DO YOU BLAMEThe separation of CEO and Chair: Hamilton E. James Chair/Ron Vachris MMNot uniqueOnly 50% of the board is men. WTF?uniqueOne share = one voteNot uniqueState of HQ = WashingtonAlso StarbucksState of Inc = WashingtonAlso StarbucksPledge of allegiance to stakeholdersCostco generally has: Higher wages; Better benefits; Lower turnover; Higher sales per employee.Industry-leading employee compensation AND Self-imposed low-margin pricing philosophyWalmart only low-margin pricingOther comps:Todd Vasos of Dollar General, Shane O'Kelly of AutoZone, Gerald Morgan of Texas Roadhouse, Jack Sinclair of Sprouts Farmers Market, William Stengel of Genuine Parts Company, Michael Creedon of Dollar Tree, Ronald Sargent of Kroger, Lauren Hobart of Dick's Sporting Goods, Joshua Kobza of Restaurant Brands Inc., Kecia Steelman of Ulta Beauty, Scott Boatwright of Chipotle, Ted Decker of Home Depot, Bob Eddy of BJ's Wholesale Club, Corie Barry of Best Buy, James Conroy of Ross Stores, Chris Turner and David Gibbs of Yum Brands, Chris Kempczinski of McDonald's, Marvin Ellison of Lowe's, Brian Cornell of Target, Ernie Herrman of TJX Companies, Doug McMillon of Walmart, Brian Niccol of Starbucks, Hal Lawton of Tractor Supply Co, Laura Alber of Williams-SonomaFigma Gets an Activist Investor. Exhibit A on Why Companies Don't Want to Go Public. Figma's first year as a public company hasn't gone well. Findell Capital Management said it needs to take steps to shed its unwarranted reputation as an artificial-intelligence “loser.” WHO DO YOU BLAME?Figma founder and CEO Dylan Field: Owns 10% of shares but 72% of voting power: Class B shares worth 15 votes per shareDylan owns 158 Class A Shares (or 0.00003556% of 444,278,887)And Chair$5B net worth$865M total summary compensation in 2025; $91M in 2024Nominating Agreement:Figma must nominate Dylan Field to be a director and include him in the proxy statementThe company must use its resources to back him up and actively convince other shareholders to vote for him In response to a question about how he was going to change the world, Dylan said he was going to build better software for drones.Bro fest sausage party2 of 9 directors are womenTop 5 NEOs all dudesPeter ThielForced Dylan to drop out of Brown for a dumb fellowshipVC Blowhardiness on the BoardVC dude John Lilly (Greylock): Lead Independent Director2nd longest tenure (2014)Member of the Audit Committee; Member of the Nominating Committee (only Lilly and Rimer)VC dude Andrew Reed (Sequoia)Director at debt-maker Klarna Group (also way down since IPO): down roughly 54% from its initial $40.00 IPO price, and down nearly 68% from its all-time highMember of the Compensation Committee (which modeled Dylan's pay package after Elon Musk)VC dude Danny Rimer (Index Ventures)Director since 2014B.A. in History and Literature from HarvardMember of the Compensation Committee (which modeled Dylan's pay package after Elon Musk)Member of the Nominating Committee (only Lilly and Rimer)Luis von AhnDuolingo co-founder and CEO2025: shared an internal email outlining Duolingo's new "AI-first" strategy where Duolingo would “gradually stop using contractors to do work that AI can handle”Stated that "AI is a better teacher than humans" and that the future role of teachers would be reduced to providing "childcare."Blamed the controversy on a "lack of context" in his original statements"AI-First" memo goes viral: $389; today $118MATTDanone, Starbucks shine in methane-reduction rankingDanone is the only company in the group aligned with the Global Methane Pledge, an initiative backed by 150 countries that targets a 30 percent reduction in global levels of the gas by 2030. The French multinational also leads the pack in progress toward its target, having come close to hitting it five years ahead of schedule.WHO DO YOU CREDIT?Chair of the CSR committee Lise Kingo (9% influence), one of three directors tagged as merit directorsmaster's degree in Responsibility & Business from the University of Bathbachelor degrees in Religions and Ancient Greek Artbachelor's degree in Marketing and Economicscertificate as International Director from INSEADEx Novo Nordisk environmental affairs, internal audit, compliance, human resources, communication, branding and sustainabilityHelped create the UN SDGs and the UN Global CompactSomehow only bats 559 on carbon intensity (career) and 415 for scope 1/2 (career)Also, using deference metrics, the ONLY DIRECTOR tagged as fully independentEmployee rep member of the CSR committee Bettina Theissig (5% influence) and the employees of DanoneThe committee charter mandates employees get a say: At least two thirds of the CSR Committee must be independent, as defined by the AFEP-MEDEF Code. At least one Director representing employees must be a member of the Committee.In France (Danone's domicile), the European Investment Bank found that French employees were the most aware of environmental issues - 82% of French employees said they were highly concerned about environmental issues, highest in EuropeLead Independent Director and chair of the Nom/comp committee who put together the comp plan, Valerie Chapoulaud-Floquet15% influence, second to the 18% influence CEO (democracy!!), got 99.16% shareholder approval in April (even as CEO got 89.73% approval and pay got 93.19% approval)20% of short-term pay and 30% of long-term pay is based on hitting sustainability targetsWhen you pay a CEO to do a thing, they are more likely to do a thingEx-CEO Emmanuel FaberOusted in 2021 by the board of directors and activist investors, he transformed Danone into an “enterprise a mission” (a French version of a B corp)Investors voted 99% in favor of the move and a year later ousted Faber, the board resigned, and the new board and CEO are basically moving back towards being environmental leaders because it paid offShort term share price laggedHe said in 2024 that nature is “at the core” of Danone, It took the stock 3 years from Faber's ousting to return to Faber levels - and in the meantime, they were sued for plastics and emissionsIsn't this HIS win?Current CEO Antoine de Saint-AffriqueBecause CEOGM Board Director Jonathan McNeill Stepping DownCEO of DVx Ventures. Ex COO at Lyft Inc. and ex president, Global Sales, Delivery and Service at Tesla, current director at Lululemon, GM director since 2022, on the Governance and Corporate Responsibility committee and Risk and Cybersecurity committee.We know that half of boards on average think someone on the board should be replaced - did the GM board not like McNeill?WHO/WHAT WOULD WE BLAME FOR PUSHING MCNEILL OUT?Outsider dude bro DRLet's be honest, McNeill worked at much more… modern?... companies than GMThe board is OLD SCHOOL - ex Northrop Grumman, ex Visa, ex Lazard, ex HP, ex eBay, ex Novartis, ex Walmart, other directorships at Goldman, Huntsman, P&G… these are professional, insular boardsMeanwhile, he's investing as a VC in AI, other auto/mobility startups, comes from boards that are bro founder lead (Tesla, Lyft) He's invested in AI, crypto, heavy tech, intertwined with VCs all overNot deferential enoughBarra is connected to 94% - THE ENTIRE - boardMcNeill has the highest network power on the board at $9tn, higher than even Mary Barra (who is super connected), but is NOT a power player in the board community of GM - the dominant board communities for GM are massive blue chip US companies, where McNeill has deeper connections in smaller IT/tech focused companiesHe doesn't need the pay, he gets nothing for the connections really, he has connection to Barra but his network is different - was he too independent?Pissed he doesn't have enough influence McNeill has the LOWEST influence on the GM board at 4%He's relatively new, younger, working as a VC where you have a lot of power of capital allocation“I don't need this shit” effect?Too many womenMcNeill's dvX ventures portfolio team is 6 dudes and 1 womendvX entire operations staff is two woman - guess what they do“Chief of Staff” (ie, HR)Executive Assistant (yes, listed on the team)Board is 2 women, 3 men (McNeill not on board)This one seems unlikely I guess?Too busy, meh, move onOne of dvX portfolio companies is curbee, with GM Ventures' Kurt Baumgarten on the board (and the dvX co-founder is founder of Curbee)McNeill on at least 3 of his portfolio boards or advisory committees, plus LULU and GM…

In this hour of Ready Set Bet, hosts Matt Brown and Mike Somich preview and breakdown the NBA Finals, NHL Stanley Cup Final, MLB, NFL Trade rumors, PGA Charles Schwab Final round, the French Open, College Baseball, and the World Cup. Greg Peterson joins the show to talk about the MLB, and what is going on with Texas Roadhouse? Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. You can take 17% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD26. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Attracting former residents back to Louisville — boomerangs, as they're known — could potentially be a way to increase the city's population. But there are challenges to it. LBF Senior Reporter Joel Stinnett joins us to talk about some of those issues on this week's Access Louisville podcast.Stinnett just wrapped up a cover story on the topic of boomerangs and how they fit into Louisville's growth strategy. The biggest stumbling block is the job market. In spite job gains in some sectors, Louisville doesn't have a lot of options for people holding advance degrees. Those jobs are often confined to bigger metropolises. Stinnett also looked at programs that small cities like Topeka, Kansas and Tulsa, Oklahoma have implemented in order to address a similar problem. After the boomerang discussion, we chat with Reporter Michael L. Jones about the financial troubles being experienced by Memorial Auditorium in Louisville and how a looming Metro budget cut may impact it. We also chat about an upcoming move by The Whirling Tiger, the closure of the Bristol Bar & Grille restaurant in Downtown Louisville and a pending relocation for Texas Roadhouse in Clarksville. Access Louisville, sponsored by Baird, is a weekly podcast from Louisville Business First. You can also follow it on popular podcast services including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. 

Whenever I think of Honey Butter, I think of a trip to Texas Roadhouse, but in this case, it's a bit different. A friend of mine met Honey Butter in Des Moines as a swingers club part for Private Society and said that I needed her on my show. So, after several attempts and meeting up with her myself, we were able to put her on our 5/24/2026 Jizz Talking Show! We talked to Honey Butter on how she got into the business, our wild night in Des Moines and what the future looks like! While she didn't make it to AVN, she is going to attend a couple of Exxxotica events in 2026. Coming along to visit with Honey Butter were Lorenzo and our normal cast of misfits!

In this hour of Ready Set Bet, hosts Matt Brown and Mike Somich talk about the NBA Playoffs, NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, MLB, NFL, Golf, and Tennis. Greg Peterson then joins the show and helps break down the MLB slate, maybe a Texas Roadhouse update? Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. You can take 17% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD26. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris & Amy share their excitement over the Cardinals walk-off extra-innings win over the Pirates; how many movies are filming in St Louis this summer?!; Kim Beardslee from Purina shares the details of the 'Purina Cares' event tomorrow, providing food and pet food for needy families; Did you see this? Texas Roadhouse & peanuts.

Will malls be able to combat Amazon ?  Work life balance, why remote work is more attractive, seeing beyond the mountain, relish Each moment.   TNA, we bury the dead, send help, anniversary, dangerous animals, no other choice, house of Eden, pizza movie, code 3, primitive war.   Meat and veggie crust pizza, rice pepper sushi rolls, Texas Roadhouse salmon, hot table paninis, Panda Express firecracker express, celery salad.   Happy Tuesday stars

It's Tuesday night. You just got stuck at work and had to pick up a prescription for your mother. You're exhausted, you haven't eaten, and the only thing between you and a complete breakdown is a drive-through or a restaurant with a 20-minute wait.There is no meal prep waiting at home. There is just a menu and a decision.If that scene sounds familiar - this episode is going to change how you handle it.In this episode Casey breaks down exactly what to order at any restaurant - fast food, casual dining chains, and nicer sit-down restaurants - using a simple framework that works every single time. Plus a tool you can use right now from your phone that gives you personalized menu recommendations for wherever you are in 30 seconds flat.You'll learn:The five-part framework for ordering at any restaurant that keeps you on track without making the meal miserableSpecific recommendations at Chipotle, Chick-fil-A, McDonald's, Applebees, Chili's, Texas Roadhouse, and moreThe bread basket strategy that removes the hardest decision before you even sit downHow to handle date night and special occasion dinners without anxiety or guiltHow to use AI as your personal menu navigator - the exact prompts to use so you always walk in with a planEating out is not the enemy. Eating out without a strategy is.And after this episode - you'll always have one.

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

The Extra Value Meal platform is really working for McDonald's. Wendy's is losing lower-income consumers. And Texas Roadhouse is seeing beef costs ease a bit.

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

It's a Nintendo-heavy installment of Hardly Focused! In one corner, Becky is deep into collecting Pokémon cards, while learning from Jack the ins and outs of the franchise. In the other corner, Nate and Jack are cautiously optimistic about the newly-announced Star Fox game on Switch 2. How many times can a single game be reimagined? Also discussed in this episode of Hardly Focused: Nate is indulging in Firecracker Pop Oreos, the filling of which resembles toothpaste. Where can one find better peanuts - Fenway Park, or Texas Roadhouse? (Dead) Dad Jokes, a free show happening at the Hotel Vernon in Worcester, MA on Sunday, May 17. Nate is opening! Strike Force Five will reunite on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE! https://hardlyfocused.com/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our minds are blown! We're finding out that the cinnamon honey butter at Texas Roadhouse is NOT real butter! What is happening?? Did you know this? Will you still eat it?

We are excited for Bar Bingo TONIGHT! Are you sick of hearing the word, ai? The rumor this morning is that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding date has been leaked! Do you think it's a good idea for Jamie to attend Meatfest this weekend or not? DU is going to the National Championship game tomorrow. And did you know, Texas Roadhouse butter isn't butter?

This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we're talking labor induction, due date myths, and birth signs (because YES, we are officially T-10 days and I'm overanalyzing cusp babies, my last meal before birth, and why hospital bags are such a thing in the first place.) We also get into WHY I'm getting induced again, the fact that dilation charts are absolutely insane (Cheerio -> BAGEL?!), and the craziest places people have given birth (NYC subway car = new fear unlocked), which, if anything, did not calm me down at all. We start with Facebook in 2026 being the actual wild, wild west, Harrison getting very locked in for the World Cup (turns out it's not for 2 months??? but it's EVERYWHERE), and the realization that kids really do teach you to stop and smell the roses (literally). Plus, Tate's first dance recital is coming and I'm already emotional about it. Then we get into a little pop culture break, including who is actually A-list (apparently NOT Hilary Duff??), West and Amanda (skip if you must), and our Paradise season 1 review. Plus, sorry, we have like 10 minutes of doom and gloom: (1) Texas Roadhouse “butter” not actually being butter, and (2) lead found in baby clothes (guys... being a consumer is hard). Okay, finally, we end with something to celebrate: a plane passenger gives birth mid-flight, and both mom and baby are healthy!!! I tried to think of the craziest place I could give birth and we figured it out (LIVE ON THE POD hahahha).  LOVE YOU GUYS! Timestamps:  00:00:00 Welcome back to Two Parents & A Podcast! 00:00:12 Facebook in 2026 is the wild, wild west 00:03:43 Harrison is getting excited for the FIFA World Cup 2026  00:11:31 Why do we stress so much about our hospital bag?! 00:16:27 Children teach you stop and smell the roses 00:18:41 Tate's first dance recital is coming 00:21:02 Planning our first social outing post-birth  00:22:16 What's my last meal before birth? 00:24:30 Only 4% of babies are born on their due dates?! 00:26:54 Why I'm getting induced again 00:32:23 Dilation charts are absolutely insane 00:35:47 Do zodiac signs actually matter? 00:43:52 Which celebrities are actually considered A-List?!   00:48:42 Sorry, we're still talking about West and Amanda (SKIP if you don't care) 00:52:33 Our Paradise season 1 review 00:59:54 Who's ready for summer? 01:05:32 Texas Roadhouse “butter” isn't actually butter?! 01:09:45 Lead found in baby clothes?! 01:15:03 The craziest places to give birth 01:23:36 LOVE YOU GUYS!  #twoparentsandapod -------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you to our sponsors this week: *Hers: Ready to reach your goals? Visit https://www.forhers.com/twoparents to get personalized, affordable care that gets you.  *Little Spoon: Give them meals + snacks that are actually right for where kids are developmentally—balanced, intentional and made to support real growth. Go to https://www.littlespoon.com/TWOPARENTS and enter code TWOPARENTS for 30% off your first order. *NOCD:  If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/TWOPARENTS *Ollie: Ollie. Feed the Obsession. Go to https://www.ollie.com/twoparents and use code twoparents to get 60% off your first box! -------------------------------------------------------------- Listen to the pod on YouTube/Spotify/Apple: https://www.youtube.com/@twoparentsandapod https://open.spotify.com/show/7BxuZnHmNzOX9MdnzyU4bD?si=5e715ebaf9014fac https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-parents-a-podcast/id1737442386 -------------------------------------------------------------- Follow Two Parents & A Podcast: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/twoparentsandapod TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@twoparentsandapod Follow Alex Bennett: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/justalexbennett TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@justalexbennett Follow Harrison Fugman: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/harrisonfugman TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@harrisonfugman -------------------------------------------------------------- Powered by: Just Media House – https://www.justmediahouse.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A YouTube star makes $2.4M negotiating car prices like a ninja… Here's his top negotiating tip.Texas Roadhouse beat Olive Garden despite record beef prices… because of Steak Insurance.Wildest AI scandal of the year?... A founder smuggling Nvidia chips to China with a blowdryer.Plus, UMass-Amherst didn't make March Madness… but their dining hall is #1.$TXRH $DRI $SMCIBuy tickets to The IPO Tour (our In-Person Offering) TODAYNew York, NY (4/8): https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0000637AE43ED0C2Los Angeles, CA (6/3): SOLD OUTGet your TBOY Yeti Doll gift here: https://tboypod.com/shop/product/economic-support-yeti-doll NEWSLETTER:https://tboypod.com/newsletter OUR 2ND SHOW:Want more business storytelling from us? Check our weekly deepdive show, The Best Idea Yet: The untold origin story of the products you're obsessed with. Listen for free to The Best Idea Yet: https://wondery.com/links/the-best-idea-yet/NEW LISTENERSFill out our 2 minute survey: https://qualtricsxm88y5r986q.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dp1FDYiJgt6lHy6GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Linkedin (Nick): https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/Linkedin (Jack): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ About Us: The daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. Formerly known as Robinhood Snacks, The Best One Yet is hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

(00:00-15:03) Martin's birthday and St. Patty's Day breakdown. Favorite holidays. Who hates stuffing? The rolls at Texas Roadhouse. A saddle on the stool. Doug's tornado helmet. Preempting bass fishing for weather coverage. Most unique sporting events Martin and Doug have covered. Spanky Spangler.(15:11-26:06) Some dialogue would be great right now. Doug's exhausted. The Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD(26;16-42:05) One Shining Moment. How 'bout all three make a little run. Ballsmith. Martin's fancy brush. Carrying around a comb and a kerchief. How's everybody's yield?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Listen to the Jay Garvens Home & Mortgage Show, hear ways to save money with your utility costs.  Brad Ward from Cocreate Construction and special guest Keven Kennedy from Texas Roadhouse will be on the... The post CUTTING THE UTILITY COSTS – 2-28-26 appeared first on Jay Garvens.

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Houston BBQ Festival co-founder Michael Fulmer. Eric and Michael cover some of the latest news from the Houston culinary scene including the new California chicken restaurant chain Starbird coming to the city next year, the closure of Houston's only Pie Tap Pizza, and early thoughts on the new culinary competition show The Culinary Cup hosted by Padma Lakshmi. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Texas Roadhouse and Star Rover are featured. Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com: New Chicken Restaurant Flies into Houston with 'Gluten-Friendly' Tendies Running List of Houston Restaurants Serving Decadent Easter Brunches Street Corn Shines at Houston's Truffle-Powered Chef Competition YouTube Star Mark Wiens Gets a Taste of Texas at Iconic Houston Steakhouse These 10 Restaurants and Pop-Ups Serve Houston's Best Sandwiches

This week on Eat, Drink, Smoke, Tony Katz and Fingers Malloy do what any reasonable adults would do in the middle of allergy season: light up a cigar and pretend that counts as medicine. They’re smoking a Southern Draw Lady Killer — a special Privada Cigar Club release from 2021 (don’t ask how it showed up… it just did). It’s a 6.5 x 46 Lonsdale with an Ecuadorian Habano Maduro wrapper, a Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 hybrid binder, and Criollo ’98 fillers from Estelí, Jalapa, and Condega. Translation: a lot going on, in the best way. Expect talk of spice, cedar, cocoa, great construction… and also a very serious debate over whether Tony can retrohale without launching an eyeball into low Earth orbit. On the pour side, they crack open something from right here in Indiana: Starlight Distillery Honey Reserve Bourbon, a limited release finished in honey barrels and coming in hot at 106 proof. It’s sweet, it’s creamy, it’s got big heat, and it may or may not temporarily clear sinuses like a courthouse subpoena. Neat, on a cube, with a little water — they run it through the full “this might hurt your sister” testing process. Then it turns into classic EDS chaos: Tipping culture is out of control (and Texas Roadhouse gets dragged into the allegation zone). A deep dive into civil asset forfeiture and a lawsuit claiming the TSA has seized cash from travelers — even when carrying cash domestically is legal. The eternal culture war: boneless wings — wings, nuggets, or a crime against language? Plus kitchen gear, dull knives, gross sponges, and why some people keep dishware like it’s a family heirloom from Chernobyl. Also: Tony gets real about sleep, CPAPs, and why a vending machine grilled cheese might be the last thing you eat before “your ashes are blowing in the wind.” Find the show, the reviews, and everything EDS at EatDrinkSmokeShow.com, and don’t forget to subscribe on YouTube — just search Eat, Drink, Smoke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A $400 million exit and a reputational reckoning in wellness put this episode of Taste Radio on edge, as the team dissects Bachan's blockbuster acquisition and the fallout facing brands tied to wellness guru Peter Attia. The conversation also spotlights Solely's growth strategy in an interview with Manish Amin, VP of marketing for the fast-growing organic fruit snack brand. Show notes: 0:23: Many Meetups. Marzetti's Move. Attia Outta Here. Will Shat? DKB, MDS, MHH. – The hosts preview Taste Radio's packed year of networking events and live podcast meetups, kicking off in Miami. The hosts turn their attention to Marzetti's $400 million acquisition of Bachan's, examining how the Japanese barbecue sauce brand emerged as a standout CPG success story. They also dive into tougher conversations around reputational risk following recent revelations involving wellness influencer Peter Attia. Ray teases a surprising celebrity partnership between William Shatner and Raisin Bran, before the hosts spotlight new products from Dave's Killer Bread, Mid-Day Squares, Tama Tea, Tart Beverages, and Mike's Hot Honey Syrup. 28:16: Interview: Manish Amin, VP of Marketing, Solely – Ray sits down with Manish at the recent Naturally San Diego event to discuss Solely's mission and product lineup. Manish shares the brand's focus and positioning, emphasizing a commitment to genuinely good-for-you, great-tasting products. He also highlights Solely's role in pushing the broader snack industry toward cleaner labels and better ingredients. Brands in this episode: Solely, Bachan's, Marzetti, Olive Garden, Chick-fil-A, Buffalo Wild Wings, Arby's, Subway, Texas Roadhouse, New York Bakery, Sister Schubert's, AG1, Magic Spoon, LMNT, David Protein, Kellogg's Raisin Bran, Smart Bran, Dave's Killer Bread, Mid-Day Squares, Tama Tea, Tart, Mike's Hot Honey, Jolly Rancher, Red Hots, Absolut Vodka, Tabasco

myTalk Awards: We talk our picks for Actress of the Year and WTF Moment of the Year with Donna, Bradley, and Brittany, Texas Roadhouse musings, we remember our restaurant dancing, and Veronika the tool-using cowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.