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QSR Uncut
QSR Uncut is a podcast from the editors of QSR magazine—the leading publication for foodservice owners and operators—that discusses the current state and future of the fast-food restaurant industry. Made for restaurant executives, entrepreneurs, consumers, and leaders, each episode candidly shares expert advice from some of the industry's most insightful leaders.
Episodes
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Inside the mind of a leading investor during the COVID-19 crisis
Private investment firm RSE Ventures has built a name for itself in the business community, both for its stakes in renowned restaurants like Momofuku, Milk…
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A fast-casual pizza CEO's recipe for success moving forward
Easily served contact-free and beloved by families, pizza has proved to be uniquely resilient during the COVID-19 crisis. But what about the fast-casual pizza…
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Why food trucks could have a resurgence post-pandemic
When cousins Jim Tselikis and Sabin Lomac launched their food truck Cousins Maine Lobster in Los Angeles in 2012, food trucks were red-hot. But while many…
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Turning parking lots into a restaurant goldmine
Even before the pandemic, the very definition of a restaurant was starting to change thanks to ghost kitchens, virtual brands, and the broader digitization of…
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Imagining the restaurant of the future
COVID-19 has completely upended the restaurant industry and will likely permanently alter the restaurant experience as we know it, both through technology…
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Yum Brands! CEO David Gibbs on navigating the world's largest restaurant company through a crisis
It’s already one of the hardest jobs in the restaurant industry: As CEO at Yum! Brands, David Gibbs oversees more than 50,000 restaurants across four brands…
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NFL player turned BBQ CEO on how the future can include full and counter service
Garrett Mills was a record-setting tight end for the University of Tulsa's football team before playing in the NFL for the New England Patriots, Minnesota…
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Why labor is this pizza chain's biggest issue during the pandemic
Pizza has been all but bulletproof during the COVID-19 pandemic, as it's easily served contactless and it's such a popular option for in-home family meals. But…
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Launching a franchise program in the middle of the pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has slammed the brakes on many brands' marketing calendars, product roll outs, and expansion plans. But at least one brand is going…
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The business model that's pandemic and recession proof
Drive thru is on the lips of many restaurant operators today, as the model has proved to be mostly immune to the coronavirus pandemic. And drive thru certainly…
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The role of health and juicing in a post-pandemic industry
Health and wellness were cruising as foodservice trends before the coronavirus pandemic. From organic foods to plant-based meat alternatives, and from…
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How a "growth juggernaut" set franchisees up for success during COVID-19
Solid financials have always been a priority for franchisees looking for the next brand to add to their portfolios. And a wide range of incentives has become a…
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The making of Atlanta's cult-favorite burger joint—and how it's survived the pandemic
Grindhouse Killer Burgers may not have much acclaim outside its home markets of Atlanta and Athens, Georgia, but locals have fallen in love with its funky vibe…
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How DoorDash is trying to improve the 3rd-party delivery partnership
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Insights from the only chain to have lived through the last global pandemic
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Slutty Vegan's Pinky Cole on being the change you want to see for the world
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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A fast-casual exec re-evaluates operations in pandemic
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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An emerging franchise revs up growth despite pandemic
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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A salad fast casual's approach to ensuring safety
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Starbird's CEO on how the definition of a restaurant is changing
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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A fast casual CEO on pandemic reality: "Adapt or die"
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Portillo's CEO on mastering the off-premises business
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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How a national pizza chain is evolving—even with sales up 20%
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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28 - Jersey Mike's Peter Cancro
Peter Cancro's success story is unlike any other in the restaurant industry. When he was just 17 years old, Cancro purchased the sub shop where he worked on…
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How Jack in the Box changed its marketing message
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Fast casual entrepreneur doubles down on innovation post-pandemic
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Chicken Salad Chick's CEO on collaborating with franchisees, innovating with off premises
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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A Texas operator offers a glimpse at reopening
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Introducing #QSRserves + a chat with Culver's CEO Joe Koss
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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27 - Wow Bao's Geoff Alexander
The Chicago-based fast casual Wow Bao isn't just an exciting Asian fast casual with a lot of opportunity for growth at a time when Americans are more…
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&pizza's Michael Lastoria on doing well by doing good
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Inside a sports bar's successful pivot
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Raising Cane's Todd Graves on changes that will be permanent
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Your voice in QSR + a chat with Slim Chickens CEO Tom Gordon
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Sweetgreen's efforts to feed medical professionals
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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What guests want to hear from you in this time of crisis
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Comparing notes with "Restaurant Unstoppable" host Eric Cacciatore
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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An exciting franchise wrestles with new realities
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Why transparency is key to Dickey's coronavirus efforts
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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An FSR operator weighs in on coronavirus challenges
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Could virtual brands help sales during coronavirus?
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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How one fast casual feeds community members in need
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Tips for emerging brands to get through coronavirus
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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What happens to food halls?
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Cousins Subs' CEO on communicating through crisis
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Behind the scenes of "The Great American Takeout"
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Staying positive in the effort to #SaveRestaurants
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Preparing for life after coronavirus
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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What to know about supply chain during coronavirus
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Tips for keeping the lights on from Fazoli's CEO
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Adjusting your business model on the fly
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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What consumers think about restaurants during coronavirus
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Committing to your employees in midst of crisis
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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How a franchise CEO navigates coronavirus
We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data…
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Surviving coronavirus by becoming a grocer
We're a week and a half into the coronavirus outbreak, and the restaurant industry is reeling. Sales have taken a dive off a cliff as dining rooms close and…
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26 - Clean Juice's Kat & Landon Eckles
When Kat and Landon Eckles opened the first Clean Juice outside Charlotte, North Carolina, in 2015, the intention wasn't necessarily to build a thriving…
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25 - Naf Naf Grill's Paul Damico
Paul Damico originally made a name for himself as the president of Moe's Southwest Grill, scaling the fast-casual Mexican brand from 200 units to around 700 in…
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24 - Duck Donuts' Russ DiGilio
Aside from Krispy Kreme and Dunkin', doughnut brands have mostly failed to gain national notoriety in the U.S., instead remaining niche, regional favorites…
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[Feature] Sweetgreen's next big investment
In just 13 years, Sweetgreen has become a foodservice darling with more than 100 locations. But the salad fast casual—which has leveraged a high-quality supply…
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23 - Chi'Lantro BBQ's Jae Kim
When Jae Kim launched the Korean barbecue truck Chi'Lantro BBQ in Austin, Texas, in February 2010, he figured serving Korean-Mexican fusion tacos and burritos…