It's 2009 and with its 50th anniversary closing in fast, Taco Bell is hunting for ways to reconnect with the young people who gobble up most of the nation's fast food.
But with the new wave of fast-food chains led by Chipotle challenging legacy brands like McDonald's and Taco Bell, the taco king needs something that can capture the imagination of the Ins ... Show More
Nov 2022
Taco Bell vs Chipotle | Taco Talk | 5
<p>Are you Team Taco Bell or Team Chipotle? The two fast food giants are competing for the hearts (and stomachs) of their consumers, as well as the coveted Gen Z market. On today’s show, Mary Meisenzahl, a fast food reporter from Business Insider joins us to weigh in on which bra ... Show More
38m 16s
Nov 2022
Toyota vs Honda | Out of the Wreckage | 1
<p>It’s 1945. Japan lies in ruins in the aftermath of World War II. The population’s starving, the cities are reduced to rubble, and the nation’s defeated. But from the war-torn wreckage, two motor giants are about to rise.</p><p><br></p><p>The first is Toyota. It’s the brainchil ... Show More
38m 17s
Jul 2023
Taco Bell: Everything You Didn't Know
Our Mexican Pizzas of minutiae make a run for the border this week, covering the history of the perennial late night fast food option, Taco Bell. From its origins in unabashed caucasian theft, the hilarious corporate pettiness that has kept the chain running for decades, the life ... Show More
1h 6m
Jul 2020
McDonald's vs Burger King - Frénésie de consommation | 3
Au milieu des années 60, les Américains ont développé un goût pour la nourriture rapide, délicieuse et abordable — et ils en demandent davantage. Les franchises américaines de restauration rapide — McDonald's, Burger King et Burger Chef — savent que si elles veulent nourrir l'Amé ... Show More
22m 41s
May 2024
Despite Restaurant Slowdown, Fast Casual Reigns
Today is Tuesday, May 21, and we're looking at Chipotle vs. Sweetgreen.Listen to Business Wars Daily on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your f ... Show More
3m 12s
Jun 2024
Rapid Response: Slutty Vegan wants to be the next Shake Shack, with founder Pinky Cole
<p>While many plant-based food brands have struggled recently, Pinky Cole’s fast food chain Slutty Vegan keeps growing, with new restaurants across the U.S. Pinky sits down with Rapid Response host Bob Safian to explain how she’s scaling the brand despite lawsuits, social media a ... Show More
23m 25s