Ryan Thompson

Ryan Thompson breaks down the fast-food industry so you can better understand what you eat. You get clear insights into major chains, menu changes, and business strategies that shape everyday food choices across the U.S.
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Fast Food

McDonald’s employee shot in neck in NYC after argument with customer and child

Wendy's drive-thru burglary leads to arrest as accused slips through window with cash drawer
Fast Food

Wendy’s drive-thru burglary leads to arrest as accused slips through window with cash drawer

Chick-fil-A copycat recipes: TikTok hacks to make menu favorites at home
Fast Food

Chick-fil-A copycat recipes: TikTok hacks to make menu favorites at home

Person holding a receipt and wrapped burrito at a restaurant counter
Fast Food

Chipotle $2 burrito sparks TikTok craze: where to order it now

Chick-fil-A worker in Florida stops attempted carjacking: rescues mother and infant
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Chick-fil-A worker in Florida stops attempted carjacking: rescues mother and infant

Florida Chick-fil-A employee who stopped carjacking throws out first pitch at Minor League Baseball game
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Chick-fil-A worker hailed for thwarting carjacker throws first pitch at minor league game

Taco Bell stabbing in Los Angeles wounds 82-year-old in wheelchair: video shows attack
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Taco Bell stabbing in Los Angeles wounds 82-year-old in wheelchair: video shows attack

Barista hands pouring colored syrup into an iced coffee drink at a café counter.
Fast Food

Starbucks viral trend: fans recreate Hocus Pocus-themed drinks at home

Peppermint-flavored frozen dessert in a clear cup with swirl topping and holiday lighting
Fast Food

Wendy’s peppermint Frosty appears for a short run: try it before it’s gone

Philadelphia drive-thru theft: register ripped from McDonald's, suspect flees with cash
Fast Food

Philadelphia drive-thru theft: register ripped from McDonald’s, suspect flees with cash

Burger King staff threatened with pliers in Florida: video shows man leap over counter
Fast Food

Burger King staff threatened with pliers in Florida: video shows man leap over counter

Frische Lebensmittel wie Gemüse, Obst und Getreide auf einem Küchentisch neben verpackten Produkten
Fast Food

Ultra-processed foods tied to greater dementia odds: researchers warn

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