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Season 3
Episode 102

Are Fast Food Restaurants Actually Giving Us LESS Food?

December 26, 2024

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Weird History Food - S3 - E102

The fast food landscape is a vicious and ever-evolving competition full of cutthroat tactics to sell consumers the largest amounts of food at the cheapest price possible. That’s why we love it so much. But unfortunately, all good things must come to an end It seems those once-reliable guilty pleasures have started to skimp on their portions, leaving wounded customers wondering what went wrong. But did that Junior Chee really get more junior, or is it all in our heads?

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Weird History Food: Season 3 - 52 Episode s

3x52 - The Meaty History Of Korean BBQ
June 30, 2024
Today on Weird History Food we are diving into Korean BBQ! Samgyeopsal? Bulgogi? Fusion? Where in time did these all originate? Join us as we go way way back to the Goguryeo Period in Korean history, all the way to Los Angeles in 2008 at the creation of the ubiquitous Kogi Korean-Mexican Fusion! What is your favorite kind of Korean BBQ, and most importantly, WHERE is it? ...Asking for a friend..
3x53 - What REALLY Happened To The Rainforest Cafe?
July 4, 2024
The Rainforest Cafe... a fever dream the mind of restauranteur Stephen Schussler, has since become a wildly exotic chain of restaurants. Come with us as we delve deep into the past, to the very beginnings, all the way to what we know of the Rainforest Cafe today. Though it's wild style is sure to leave an impression on the mind, the footprint of this themed chain restaurant is shrinking, not unlike the real rain forest! Have you ever been to a Rainforest Cafe? What did you eat?
3x54 - Every Style Of Nachos We Could Find
July 7, 2024
Today on Weird History Food we are talking about a real crowd pleaser - nachos!! These are a favorite appetizer, and even as a loaded main course! But, who invented nachos, and exactly how did they take over this great nation of ours? ...And most importantly, as we travel around the country talking various types of nachos, answer this: which is YOUR favorite? Let us know!
3x55 - Every Haunted Restaurants In America
July 11, 2024
Today on Weird History Food, we are diving into a bit of the extraordinary - we all have our favorite haunts, but hav you ever dined at an ACTUAL haunted restaurant? Join us, as we explore the paranormal happenings at a number of famous old restaurants throughout America! Stepping back in time, we go deep into why various restaurants are believed to have become haunted, and who these disembodied spirits once were! While many of these restaurants have food that is to die for, the unseen patrons of these places get the most attention!
3x56 - Why Did We All Start Drinking White Claw?
July 14, 2024
The past few years have been one strange trip - over the many years, there have been many attempts to create a beverage that isn't beer, but also, quite different than straight hard alcohol... In the recent pas, what was created was an oncoming craze for 'Hard Seltzer' - Beer companies like Budweiser, Coors, as well as bran new companies such as White Claw and other specifically 'hard seltzer' companies rocketed into the public consciousness, right in time for a pandemic to hit. Come with us as we race how this ubiquitous craze caught on, and rocketed to fame.
3x57 - The Deliciously Greasy History Of Panda Express
July 21, 2024
Today on Weird History Food, we are going to talk about that ubiquitous Panda Express - they are EVERYWHERE! ...But which was the first one ever? We will take you way back to a germ of an idea between a father and son hat grew into what we know today - the company that actually invented orange chicken!
3x58 - The Rise And Rapid Fall Of Ghost Kitchens
July 25, 2024
The rise (and fall) of ghost kitchens is somewhat of a spooky tale in and of itself. Built on a shaky foundation, ghost kitchens exploded in popularity, especially during lockdown. Basically, unidentifiable kitchens cooked food that delivery services brought to millions of doorsteps. But who were these so called 'Ghost Kitchens'? How were each of these 'ghost kitchen's rated for food prep safety? Questions like these went out the window as the pandemic took hold, as many people were all too happy to just have tasty food delivered when they couldn't leave their homes. They even put up with the 'wrong orders', smashed food, and inflated price tags. But when lockdown ended, the business model struggled to keep up with 'normal'. Even Youtubers such as MrBeast seem to be regretting getting into the 'Ghost Kitchen' game!
3x59 - Is IKEA Actually A Restaurant That Sells Furniture?
July 28, 2024
IKEA has saved many a student from a disastrously decorated dorm room. Known for its flat packed furniture, this behemoth brand has shipped countless pieces of furniture all over the world, with insanely complex assembly instructions. All of that is phenomenal, bu, have you ever tried there meatballs? Come with us as we delve into the somewhat checkered past of IKEA, and delve into their culinary offerings that often steal the show!
3x60 - All The Ways Restaurants TRICK You Into Staying
August 1, 2024
Restaurants have existed for many many centuries! Some might say there is an art to running a successful restaurant. Its a very fine tuned operation. Join us today as we delve deep into just how subtle (and NOT so subtle) restaurants can be when psychologically getting you to stick around a bit longer so hat more of hat hard earned cash can flow into their coffers! Sure, good food always brings a steady clientele, but, here are MANY tool employed that influence how you eat, what you ea, and how long you stay at a restaurant!
3x61 - Everything That’s Actually In A Hot Dog
August 4, 2024
Today on Weird History Food we are examining everything about Hot Dogs! Some will absolutely steer clear, some just cannot get enough (lookin' at you, Joey Chestnut!). With such a wide divide in the public mind, today we will explore the good, the bad, and the nasty that might just be in your hot dog. Oh, and its storied past as well!
3x62 - What Was The First Beverage We Drank After Water?
August 8, 2024
Today on Weird History Food, we are examining something that may just make you thirsty... Today, we are examining drinks - Yes, the OG drink was plain old water, but, what did people start drinking after they got tired of just drinking water? Come with us as we examine the likely alternatives that evolved and people started drinking as time went on.
3x63 - The Death Of Chain Restaurants
August 11, 2024
For many many years, people have enjoyed he idea of taking a roadtrip and being able to stop along the way at their favorite restaurant. The consistency of brands such as Olive Garden, Applebee's, Cracker Barrel, McDonalds's etc., and yet, over time, and for all sorts of reasons, chain restaurants have started to shrink, or even outright vanish from the national landscape. Today, we examine why.
3x64 - Every Fried Fair Food We Could Find In America
August 15, 2024
Every Summer the season of county fairs rolls around! 'Fairs' have a long tradition spanning eons, apparently, but only in the recent years, the most decadent addition has come to the fair: Deep Fried Fair Foods! In our amazing day and age, fairs have taken on a different kind of freak factor - one of freaky culinary concoctions - deep fried candy, Deep Fried Beer, basically anything edible you can think of, just deep fried! Join us as we examine all of the tastiest, most caloric and absolutely deepest of fried foods you can find at the fair! Let us know in he comments what's a local favorite at YOUR county fair!
3x65 - What Happened To The Kool-Aid Man?
August 18, 2024
Oh Yeeah!!! Today on Weird history Food we are examining exactly how he Kool-Aid man came to be, and how he has evolved over the decades. Born out of the mind of a child, he iconic Kool-Aid man has caused more holes in walls than any of us can count, but he sure does bring a tasty concoction with him!
3x66 - The Death Of Fast Food Video Game Tie-Ins
August 22, 2024
Calling all video gaming fans! Today we are examining the history of the synergistic fusion of snack and fast food companies in video games! ...Did you ever play Donald Land? How about 'Chester Cheetah too Cool to Fool'?. These collaborations went on for decades, and continue to this day with eSports! Come with us as we look at how it all began!
3x67 - How The FroYo Wars Almost Put Frozen Yogurt Out Of Business
August 25, 2024
What could be possibly better than Ice Cream? FroYo! For a huge set of the population, FroYo made a big splash since it started being sold in the U.S. There was 'Everything Yogurt' which opened in 1976, then came TCBY and a host of many other purveyors of FroYo - we all have our favorite! Join us as we trace back how yogurt itself came to be, how the idea of 'frozen yogurt' was born, and how it exploded onto the scene!
3x68 - The Rich, Chocolatey History of Nesquik
August 29, 2024
Nestle may be a behemoth company, but, they sure brought us a tasty drink that 'quikly' became a favorite drink for generations of kids and adults alike! today on Weird History Food, we will delve into the origins of the OG chocolate drink (brought back to Europe from the Americas), and how Nestle took this concept and ran with it centuries later!
3x69 - The Biggest Beef In Competitive Eating: Chestnut vs. Kobayashi
September 1, 2024
In the world of 'Competitive eating', there can be ONLY one! ...or wait, is it two? Today n Weird History food we delve into the past of Competitive eating competitions, way back to the start of Pie eating contests... and within that framework, we have a look at two titans of the 'sport'. Come with us as we get into the rivalry and personal journey of both Joey Chestnut and Kobayashi. How they ach came to dominate the world of Competitive eating, and how they keep trying to snatch the #1 title from each other!
3x70 - The Incredible Rise And Disastrous Fall Of Fuddruckers
September 5, 2024
Today on Weird History Food we are talking Fuddruckers. Whether founded by a mysterious character named 'Dudley P. Fudpucker', or the more likely guy known as 'Phil Romano' (also founder of Roman's Macaroni Grill!), Fuddruckers was born in 1979, and has lived a storied history of growth, near death experience, and a rebirth - all the while making what they argued is 'The World's Best Burgers'. Have you ever eating at a Fuddruckerss? Where was it? And what burger did YOU order?
3x71 - The Most EXPENSIVE Grocery Store In America.
September 8, 2024
We are all feeling the insane cost of living these days, but, today on Weird History Food, we are delving deep into the extreme - billed as the grocery store that caters to Celebrities and Influencers, Erewhon sells goods at astronomical costs most people can only laugh at. With most locations in California, what exactly IS this store that puts even Whole Foods to shame? And exactly how did it get this way? Have YOU ever shopped in on? What were your thoughts, if so?
3x72 - What Happened To Barq’s Bite?
September 12, 2024
Today we delve into the history of root beer.... Specifically, the brand that Barq's! Well, until recently, claim some.... Barq's root beer has a storied history, and yet, the DRINK we all know as root beer was created long before. Come with us as we go deep into the history of Barq's Rot beer, and see how it managed as competitors began to brew...
3x73 - Everything That Went Wrong With Papa Johns Pizza
September 15, 2024
In the world of 'Big Pizza', today we focus on one Papa Johns. Armed with a dream, John Schnatter sold his beloved '71 Chevy Camaro, bought some pizza making equipment, and ended up serving many of us watching this video. But that road from obscurity to ubiquity hasn't been without controversies! Jon us as we trace the progress and setbacks of the one and only, Papa John's Pizza - maybe you have ordered it? Is it not as good as it used to be, as the Big Papa John Schnatter now claims?
3x74 - Why Isn't Sriracha As Hot As It Used to Be?
September 19, 2024
Even if you don't live anywhere near those fumes in Irwindale, California, is likely you have heard d Sriracha Sauce, and maybe even you are a serious connoisseur! This episode promises be hot! Join us as we go deep into the actual invention of Sriracha sauce, and see how it became the ubiquitous sauce we all know. Let us know if YOU use this liquid fire!
3x75 - Every Taco Bell Menu Item Since 1962
September 22, 2024
Yo quiero Taco Bell! Today on Weird History we are gonna make you hungry for a titan of tacos! We will go way deep into how the franchise got started by a one Mr. Bell. Starting way back in 1962, with Tacos, then tostadas, the menu just grew and grew over time... with the success of many additions to their menu, they started fusions and mashups of all sorts, many of which are still on the menu today! What is YOUR favorite food from Taco Bell? Le us know!
3x76 - How Pasta Was Invented Everywhere At Once
September 26, 2024
Today on Weird History food, we examine a most familiar food - PASTA!! Whether your first encounter was grandma's spaghetti, some spaghetti-o's from a can, or whatever the case may be, do you think you know pasta, really? Who invented it? What do records suggest? And exactly what is this magic made of?
3x77 - Why Does Chipotle Keep Making Us Sick?
September 29, 2024
Today on Weird History Food, we are delving deep into the History of Chipotle - perhaps you have been to one, and completely avoided getting sick! If so, congratulations! Join us as we examine this ubiquitous chain's humble beginnings in Denver, CO, its brief relationship with McDonald's and all the ups and downs in all the companies years in operation!
3x78 - The Surprisingly Interesting Science Behind Soda Packaging
October 3, 2024
Carbonated drinks and sodas, have been around much longer than any of us have been alive! When did the mainstay sodas we know and love start? And most importantly, how has our consumption of these drinks changed over the years? Come with us as we go deep into how soft drinks were first bottled and canned, how the industrialization of mass production brought us the bottle cap we all know, and how the cans and bottles themselves have evolved over time!
3x79 - Is There Actually Cheese In Cheez Whiz?
October 6, 2024
Today on Weird History Food we are looking at a truly remarkable culinary invention, Cheez Whiz!!! Perhaps you have some in your fridge right now! In the long and storied history of Cheese, this one is a wist NOBODY saw coming. What even IS this liquid gold? A Dip? A spread? a meal all on is own? Grab some if you got some and enjoy this telling of how it all began.
3x80 - The Spicy History Of Hot Sauce
October 10, 2024
Some like it mild, some like it hot, but, who DOESN'T like hot sauce? Whatever the brand, whatever the 'Scoville score', just about everyone is int putting a bit o' the hot stuff on their food. Join us as we take a look at what causes all the heat, hw the concept of H sauce even started, and all of the hottest ons you can find today!
3x81 - Death Of The Fast Food Play Place
October 13, 2024
Seeing Play Places at our 'go to' fast food stop has been a common experience for most all of us. Whether or not we actually climbed around in hm in the 70s, 80s, or up to the pandemic, we are all very familiar with the concept of them! today on Weird History Food, we look at how they began, how they evolved, and how they sort of fell out of favor (thanks 2020!). Let us know in the comments which camp YOU are in - whether you see them as germ petri dishes that might spread the latest bug, or as fun places to let the kiddos blow off steam while you eat a burger and fries!
3x82 - What Happened To The Taco Bell Chihuahua?
October 17, 2024
Fast food mascots come, fast food mascots go, but, of all the mascots, even though this little one IS gone, the vintage 90s commercials with this little chihuahua have been eared into our collective consciousness. Today on Weird History Food, we examine the unlikely hit that was the Taco Bell Chihuahua, tracing this unlikely marketing campaign as it became a pop culture phenomenon!
3x83 - Everything That's Actually In A Fast Food Hamburger
October 20, 2024
Burgers have been ben around long time, and many fast food burger joints tout the best meats in their burgers! But, what is a 100% 'all meat' patty, and what exactly goes into the production of the burger meat we consume? Today we trace the process of creating the meat that ends up between the buns in your favorite fast food burger!
3x84 - Why Is It So Hard To Open A Capri-Sun?
October 24, 2024
Capri Sun was a staple in all of our childhood school lunches! Though the shape of the drink was odd, and is was such a skill to get the straw in properly, kids across the globe loved this drink, and even to this day (even with the whole 'mold' issue they can have). Lets take a look at how this particular drink began, shall we?
3x85 - Why Did Fast Food Become So Expensive?
October 27, 2024
Today on Weird History Food we examine something that everyone is well aware of - the cost of even the cheapest options in the past has gone way way up! It wasn't all that long ago that Fast Food was THE cheapest dining option, but, over the years, that has changed. Today we look at the how great the price changes have been, and the possible reasons why!
3x86 - Why Sonic Is The Last Drive-In Standing
October 31, 2024
The Fast Food Industry exploded like a rocket after World War II. Among all of them, Sonic stands out. With a motto 'fast food at sonic speed', this particular brand had a unique twist from the start. More than anyone else, Sonic championed the days when customers could just roll up and fine dine on their dashboards. Though there have been tweaks over the years, that pleasure is still very much a part of what Sonic offers customers to this day! Join us as we delve into the history of Sonic!
3x87 - How Quiznos Got Toasted
November 3, 2024
Not so long ago, one sandwich shop launched a series of ad campaigns so catchy and downright strange, they’re probably still lodged in your brain to this day. That shop was Quiznos, and they rode that wave of bizarre humor to become one of the biggest sandwich chains in America. But as quickly as they rose to the top, the joint famous for its weird commercials and toasted sandwiches has faded away into obscurity. So, what the heck happened?
3x88 - Death Of The American Steakhouse
November 7, 2024
As you could probably guess from the name, a “steakhouse” is a restaurant that specializes in steak. Or… at least claims to. They weren’t invented in the US, but it was America that turned steakhouses into a big business; and then, into a somewhat smaller business. In other words… Today we’re going to take a look at the rise and fall of American steakhouses.
3x89 - Why Did Tony The Tiger Have To Get Hot?
November 10, 2024
Tony The Tiger has been around through all of our childhoods. Initially conceived as a child friendly mascot, he has gone through many transformations in his evolution. Today on Weird History Food, we examine a rather modern phenomenon that would have Kellogg's founder, John Harvey Kellogg, turning in his grave. You see, Tony The Tiger has become quite the Tiger in the Furry community! And now his hotness has become a viral sensation!
3x90 - Is There Any Grape In "Grape" Flavor?
November 14, 2024
Grape flavored drinks, gum, and other edible candies have been a favorite for many people. But, oddly enough, that designated flavor doesn't actually quite taste like grapes; we just associate the flavor with the fruit when it appears in junk food! Today on Weird History Food, we are going back through the history of when grape flavoring was invented, exactly how that flavor is created, and how it became the breakout flavor we all know and love today!
3x91 - Is Betty Crocker A Real Person?
November 17, 2024
We all know the name very well, and one thing is clear - WHOEVER this 'Betty Crocker" is, she is an amazing cook! But, is Betty even real? Or, was she just a figment of our collective imagination? Today on Weird History Food we are delving deep into who exactly was Betty Crocker, and how exactly this hybrid sensation became what we know today!
3x92 - This Restaurant WANTS You To Have A Terrible Time
November 21, 2024
There are all sorts of themed restaurants, and favorite chains that we frequent, but, in all of those, we are talking about one that TRULY stands out. Today on Weird History Food , we have a look at Dick's Last Resort. A very unlikely success story, we dive into this one from the very inception. Who knows? maybe you have had Dick's Big Meat Challenge, maybe Dick's Huge 12" Wiener, a little Dick Margarita, or any of the many offerings at Dick's. This is a place known for its surly waiters and waitresses, and sexual innuendos laid on thicker than the mayo!
3x93 - The Bubbly Rise And Shattering Fall Of Jones Soda
November 24, 2024
If we asked what you think of when we say the name “Jones,” you’d probably say something like James Earl, or Indiana. But if you were thirsty, you might think of “Jones Soda,” the craft soda that once seemed to be all the rage, and then… suddenly wasn’t. So what happened to those colorful little bottles? Today We go into the history of the Kraft soda Jones! Maybe you love drinking Jones soda? Maybe you've even made your own labels? Let us know!
3x94 - The Deadly Family Feud Behind Zankou Chicken
November 28, 2024
Today's Weird History Food offering completely re-defines the term 'family feud'. If you’ve ever been to Los Angeles, California, then you might have eaten at a popular chain of restaurants called Zankou Chicken. The family-owned business has been a local favorite for decades, but a shocking tragedy nearly closed it all down for good! If you have had their chicken and amazing garlic paste, which location did you go to?
3x95 - Every Wendy's Menu Item Since 1969
December 1, 2024
When Wendy’s opened its first location in the winter of ‘69, founder Dave Thomas was already a pro at serving high quality fast food. As a former owner and operator of KFCs in Ohio, Thomas decided to ditch the chickens for good old American beef. But with over fifty years of scrumptious square burgers and flavorsome Frosties, the Wendy’s menu has seen considerable changes. Let us know YOUR favorite item at Wendy's is!
3x96 - How Del Taco Tried And Failed To Crack Taco Bell
December 5, 2024
The Del Taco fast food chain has been a California mainstay for the better part of 60 years, building a fanbase that rivals that of much larger operations like Taco Bell. But what might be surprising to some taco "stans" is that Del Taco's history has always been entwined with Taco Bell's, and the two have been unspoken rivals in the fast food fiesta wars from the very beginning.
3x97 - How Chili’s Got Burned And Came Back
December 8, 2024
In the pantheon of casual dining experiences, few middle-class fancy eateries have experienced a trajectory like Chili's. From their rustic roots to an expansive nationwide chain, this southwestern sit-down has seen all the ups and downs of the industry. But where many casual dining chains have entered a modern age of decline, the big red pepper has somehow re-entered the building. So, how exactly did Chili’s get its groove back?
3x98 - Which Root Beer Is The Definitive Root Beer?
December 12, 2024
Root Beer is a sweetened carbonated beverage which, despite its name, has little to nothing to do with actual beer. Nonetheless, people throughout the world enjoy it so enthusiastically you could be forgiven for thinking it contains alcohol. And while there are dozens of different brands of the ol’ sarsaparilla, a handful of iconic sodas have been sitting at the top of the heap for the past century. But which one is the best?
3x99 - Is the Filet-O-Fish Actually Fish?
December 15, 2024
The Filet-O-Fish is one of the most famous items on the McDonald's menu. Before the advent of its fishy schtick, the fast-food giant only sold burgers, fries, milkshakes, and various drinks like coke, root beer, milk, and coffee. These classic items served the chain well for well over a decade. But as the franchise expanded, so did the needs of the fast-food-loving public, and the Filet-O-Fish caught our collective attention—hook, line, and sinker. But how much fish is actually in it? And is it even fish?
3x100 - The Red Hot Rise and Unfortunate Fall of Red Robin
December 19, 2024
If you’re a comic book fan, “Red Robin” is one of the superhero aliases used by Batman’s sidekick. But if you’re a hamburger fan, the name likely makes you think of Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews and a bottomless basket of fries before the Boy Wonder. Despite some splashy successes, and some truly excellent boozy milkshakes, the once-mighty eatery has tumbled from the highest branch in recent years. So what happened?
3x101 - How Are Rotisserie Chickens So Cheap?
December 22, 2024
We’ve all indulged in those ready-made meals at the supermarket, even though they’re usually not the kindest to our wallets. But there is one supermarket staple that continues to satisfy both our hankerings and our bank accounts - the rotisserie chicken. These slow cooked supermarket saviors have been a favorite for frugal customers frantically seeking a scrumptious meal. But how are they so affordable? Is there some dark secret behind these tasty birds?
3x102 - Are Fast Food Restaurants Actually Giving Us LESS Food?
December 26, 2024
The fast food landscape is a vicious and ever-evolving competition full of cutthroat tactics to sell consumers the largest amounts of food at the cheapest price possible. That’s why we love it so much. But unfortunately, all good things must come to an end It seems those once-reliable guilty pleasures have started to skimp on their portions, leaving wounded customers wondering what went wrong. But did that Junior Chee really get more junior, or is it all in our heads?
3x103 - The Secrets Behind Every Secret Sauce
December 29, 2024
For decades now, pretty much every fast food place has unveiled a secret sauce that allegedly gives their food a unique zing their competitors could only dream of. And for just as long, people have been trying to find out what exactly is in them! Well, today we do our best to spill the sauce!

Weird History Food: All seasons

S1: 2022
40 Episode s
S2: 2023
94 Episode s
S3: 2024
103 Episode s
S4: 2025
5 Episode s

3x52 - The Meaty History Of Korean BBQ

3x53 - What REALLY Happened To The Rainforest Cafe?

3x54 - Every Style Of Nachos We Could Find

3x55 - Every Haunted Restaurants In America

3x56 - Why Did We All Start Drinking White Claw?

3x57 - The Deliciously Greasy History Of Panda Express

3x58 - The Rise And Rapid Fall Of Ghost Kitchens

3x59 - Is IKEA Actually A Restaurant That Sells Furniture?

3x60 - All The Ways Restaurants TRICK You Into Staying

3x61 - Everything That’s Actually In A Hot Dog

3x62 - What Was The First Beverage We Drank After Water?

3x63 - The Death Of Chain Restaurants

3x64 - Every Fried Fair Food We Could Find In America

3x65 - What Happened To The Kool-Aid Man?

3x66 - The Death Of Fast Food Video Game Tie-Ins

3x67 - How The FroYo Wars Almost Put Frozen Yogurt Out Of Business

3x68 - The Rich, Chocolatey History of Nesquik

3x69 - The Biggest Beef In Competitive Eating: Chestnut vs. Kobayashi

3x70 - The Incredible Rise And Disastrous Fall Of Fuddruckers

3x71 - The Most EXPENSIVE Grocery Store In America.

3x72 - What Happened To Barq’s Bite?

3x73 - Everything That Went Wrong With Papa Johns Pizza

3x74 - Why Isn't Sriracha As Hot As It Used to Be?

3x75 - Every Taco Bell Menu Item Since 1962

3x76 - How Pasta Was Invented Everywhere At Once

3x77 - Why Does Chipotle Keep Making Us Sick?

3x78 - The Surprisingly Interesting Science Behind Soda Packaging

3x79 - Is There Actually Cheese In Cheez Whiz?

3x80 - The Spicy History Of Hot Sauce

3x81 - Death Of The Fast Food Play Place

3x82 - What Happened To The Taco Bell Chihuahua?

3x83 - Everything That's Actually In A Fast Food Hamburger

3x84 - Why Is It So Hard To Open A Capri-Sun?

3x85 - Why Did Fast Food Become So Expensive?

3x86 - Why Sonic Is The Last Drive-In Standing

3x87 - How Quiznos Got Toasted

3x88 - Death Of The American Steakhouse

3x89 - Why Did Tony The Tiger Have To Get Hot?

3x90 - Is There Any Grape In "Grape" Flavor?

3x91 - Is Betty Crocker A Real Person?

3x92 - This Restaurant WANTS You To Have A Terrible Time

3x93 - The Bubbly Rise And Shattering Fall Of Jones Soda

3x94 - The Deadly Family Feud Behind Zankou Chicken

3x95 - Every Wendy's Menu Item Since 1969

3x96 - How Del Taco Tried And Failed To Crack Taco Bell

3x97 - How Chili’s Got Burned And Came Back

3x98 - Which Root Beer Is The Definitive Root Beer?

3x99 - Is the Filet-O-Fish Actually Fish?

3x100 - The Red Hot Rise and Unfortunate Fall of Red Robin

3x101 - How Are Rotisserie Chickens So Cheap?

3x102 - Are Fast Food Restaurants Actually Giving Us LESS Food?

3x103 - The Secrets Behind Every Secret Sauce

S1: 2022

S2: 2023

S3: 2024

S4: 2025