Food Theory
(2020)Streaming Episode Guide
Season 2024
Star Wars Blue Milk is Real... But Don't Drink It!
Episode 17 - 4-30-2024
Blue milk... you know it from Star Wars: A New Hope. But did you know you can get it in real life? And not just at Disneyworld's Star Wars Galaxy's Edge. TrueMoo is actually selling a blue brew to celebrate May the Fourth! But should you really drink blue milk? Could it possibly be more dangerous than Darth Vader? The answer, young padawan, may surprise you...
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Vegetables Are NOT Real!
Episode 16 - 4-23-2024
You say tomato, I say tomato... guess that only works if you say it out loud. But, here's a question: is a tomato REALLY a fruit? Or is it a vegetable? And what about the other classic "vegetables" like carrots, potatoes, and beans... have they been masquerading as veggies your entire life? We're here to tell you that, yes, vegetables are a LIE!
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You've Been Using the Microwave WRONG...
Episode 15 - 4-17-2024
Picture this, loyal Theorist: you’re sitting down on the couch ready to enjoy a showing of your favorite movie. You’re missing only one thing: a bag of popcorn. You go to the kitchen, grab a bag, and throw it in the microwave. But what next? Do you tap the “popcorn” button? Do you tap +30 seconds five times? Either way, you know you’re going to end up with a bunch of kernels to accidentally chomp into halfway through the movie. It’s a shame that NOBODY knows how a microwave really works. So today, we’re going to show you EXACTLY how to use that beautiful machine in your kitchen.
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I Made a $1,000,000 Whopper! (Burger King)
Episode 14 - 4-09-2024
Whopper Whopper Whopper Whopper! We’re going to make a new Whopper! A BIG, beautiful, delicious Whopper. Why? We’re trying to win the Burger King $1 Million Whopper Contest! We know… it’s not _that_ hard to create a fast food burger better than the Whopper. Heck, McDonald’s has been doing it for 50+ years. But, we put everything we had into this: pickles, tomatoes, mayo, and all. Come with us as we embark on a journey to make the King proud!
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Is Feastables Actually Better Than Hershey’s? (MrBeast)
Episode 13 - 4-02-2024
Have you seen the news, loyal Theorist? MrBeast just updated his famous Feastables chocolate bar recipe. So, of course, we had to try it. And let us tell you, it’s delicious. But, just HOW delicious is it? Does it really beat out Hershey’s in a head-to-head taste test? Or has Jimmy been lying to us about that this entire time?
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Panera Needs to STOP Being So Shady!
Episode 12 - 3-26-2024
Oh boy, loyal Theorists, Panera Bread is in hot water again. Last year we warned you about the INSANE caffeine content in their Charged Lemonades. But now the fast-casual bread joint is making the news rounds because they allegedly found a way to skirt paying California minimum wage. This story involves bread, bakeries, and even a conspiracy involving a government official. And by the end of this video you’ll find out exactly how Panera is redefining fast food!
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I Found the SPICIEST Fast Food Chicken Sandwich!
Episode 11 - 3-19-2024
What’s up, loyal Theorist?! In Santi’s FIRST episode of Food Theory, we’re looking at a _classic_ Theorist question: how can you BEST optimize your food? In this case, we’re looking specifically at spicy chicken sandwiches. Which chicken shop stands up to the others? And which is the SPICIEST? Is it really Chick-fil-A and Popeyes? Perhaps the Colonel at KFC stands a strong chance as a popular chicken joint. Or could an underdog like Wendy’s, McDonald’s, or Burger Kings take the crown? Today we find out who has the top spicy chicken sandwich. Let’s get clucking!
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MatPat’s Last Bite
Episode 10 - 3-07-2024
Welcome to MatPat’s final Food Theory. In this VERY special episode, Santi is baking Matt a cake to celebrate all of our times together on the channel. But this isn’t just any cake, NO! It’s a cake that embodies ALL of our favorite Food Theory episodes. Find out if your top moments made the cut.
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How to Get More Food at Chipotle… for FREE!
Episode 9 - 3-03-2024
Ah, Chipotle, the mecca of organic Mexican food, the kings of guac, and the purveyor of protein bowls. It truly is the holy grail of fast casual dining… or is it? You see, loyal Theorist, we doubted whether Chipotle was ever giving us the correct proportions in our braised beef barbacoa burrito bowls, so we decided to put them to the test. And through our learnings we found a few Chipotle hacks to actually INCREASE the food on your plate. Get ready for one MEATY episode!
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I Cooked 100 Year Old Family Recipes!
Episode 8 - 2-25-2024
What WEIRD recipes do you have in your family, loyal Theorist? Some sort of strange pasta dish? A questionable Jell-O? Or what about a mysterious meatloaf? Today we’re looking at some of the most unique recipes from team Theorist all culminating in MatPat’s 100 year old (secret) family recipes.
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I Invented the BEST Tasting Soda!
Episode 7 - 2-20-2024
What is the scientifically BEST soda pop mix? Is it Coca-Cola and Pepsi? Mtn Dew and Sprite? Blue Powerade and Mello Yellow? Grape Gatorade and Root Beer? Today, we find out… and see if we can invent a brand new, DELICIOUS soda in the process.
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I Quit Sugar for 30 Days!
Episode 6 - 2-13-2024
What happens if you quit sugar for one day? That would be pretty difficult, right? No M&Ms, no Diet Coke, no Feastables. How about a week? Even tough. Well, how about a full month? That's right, 30 FULL DAYS without sugar. Beatrice Caruso did it. Matt D'Avella did it. So can we? Our bodies are in for a rude awakening...
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STOP Using the Drive-Thru!
Episode 5 - 2-06-2024
Are robots actually taking over the world? Today, loyal Theorists, we aim to find out by putting Ai vs humans to the test. We traveled to a California restaurant to see who makes the BEST burger in the most efficient way. Can robots handle customizability? Will humans make too many mistakes? Could we see this same Ai technology we see at CalExpress and many Tokyo restaurants expand throughout the U.S. into McDonald’s, Burger King, Wendy’s, and more fast food chains? Let’s find out…
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history of the entire world… according to bread
Episode 4 - 1-30-2024
Forget EVERYTHING you learned in history class. All you need to know about is the wild history of… BREAD! White bread, wheat bread, sourdough, focaccia, baguettes, whichever is your favorite bread doesn’t matter. What does matter is how bread has changed the entire history of the world I guess. Carbs are king! And controlling the bread across world history has meant controlling money and power.
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Which Bubble Gum Has the Longest-Lasting Flavor?
Episode 3 - 1-23-2024
Were you the “gum guy” in school? You know, the person everyone in the class goes to for a quick piece of chewing gum. Well, we hope you have enough gum on hand today because we’re chewing EVERY piece of gum we could possibly find… Five, Strident, Orbit, Dubble Bubble, Juicy Fruit, and more! But, why are we doing this? We’re on a serious mission to find the BEST piece of bubble gum in the world! Trust us, this gets sticky…
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McDonald’s SECRET Plot to Kill Starbucks! (CosMc’s)
Episode 2 - 1-14-2024
McDonald’s has been around since the 1940s, and, sure, they’ve always been innovating. From the Big Mac to the Filet-O-Fish to the Shamrock Shake to the recent viral Grimace Shake, the company knows exactly how to market its products. But, now in 2024 McDonalds Corp has decided to start an entirely BRAND NEW fast food chain called CosMc’s. But why, loyal Theorist? Why start a new chain? Well, it’s all in an effort for Ronald McDonald to wage a coffee war against Starbucks and WIN over young consumers.
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I Fixed the FNAF Cookbook!
Episode 1 - 1-09-2024
First we got the Five Nights at Freddy’s game. Then we got the books. Last year we got the movie. But, now…. OH now we have the FNAF Cookbook! And let us tell you, loyal Theorists, we analyzed this thing from cover to cover and realized one thing… this cookbook needs fixed!
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Season 2023
McDonald’s Free Food is a SCAM!
Episode 1 - 1-07-2023
Have you heard, Loyal Theorists? McDonald’s is giving away FREE food for LIFE! All you have to do is enter their “Gold Card” contest! Unlimited Big Macs, Chicken McNuggets, and McRibs? That’s the dream! Well, maybe not. . . You see, there’s something DISTURBING that McDonald’s doesn’t want you to know. Today I’m revealing McDonald’s dirty little Gold Card secret!
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Season 2022
The Many Lies of McDonalds Chicken Nuggets
Episode 1 - 1-08-2022
Theorists, it is hard not to love McDonald's chicken nuggets. The McNuggets have been a staple of my fast food rotation for YEARS. Yet, they hold some dark secrets. Today we are taking a bite out of this tasty treat to reveal what is hiding beneath the crispy coating. Let's dig in!
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Season 2021
The Candy Commercials That HAUNT Your Brain!
Episode 37 - 9-20-2021
Do you ever find yourself thinking of a commercial from your childhood that you haven't seen in YEARS but somehow remember every weird, disturbing moment? That is what we are talking about today, Theorists! Weird commercial marketing and why it sticks with you! From the current TikTok fad of Little Lad's berries and cream, to Burger King's stalker mascot, or Quiznos creepy Spongemonkeys - there are a lot of commercials that haunt our dreams. Why do they stick in your memory? Watch to find out!
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Corona Wants You To RUIN Your Beer!
Episode 36 - 9-11-2021
Have you ever had a drink of a beer that tasted rancid? Well that could be because it was skunked! No, we are not talking about beer made from a skunk or it's stank. I'm talking about when the sun RUINS your drink. Some are guiltier than others when it comes to their bottle design, so I figured that for the end of summer it was time to try and SAVE your beer! Plus, one beer that you may want to leave in the sun to HELP it...
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M&Ms Melt In Your Hand, LIE To Your Face!
Episode 35 - 9-04-2021
You’ve probably heard the classic M&M slogan that the candy “Melts in your mouth, not your hands!” Is that TRUE? Theorists, I want to find the definitive answer. We are putting this candy coated chocolate treat to the test to find out if M&Ms have been LYING to us the whole time!
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Don't Order These Chicken Sandwiches! (McDonalds, KFC, and …)
Episode 34 - 8-29-2021
We've told you how to optimize your fries, how to get the best deal when you order a pizza, and what fast food soda size is worth the money. Now, we are tackling crispy fried chicken sandwiches. What chain has the BEST chicken sandwich according to our rigorous grading system? We are putting McDonalds, Burger King, KFC, Chick-Fil-A, and MORE to the test. Let's get EATING!
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YOU Solved the Grubhub Mystery!
Episode 33 - 8-21-2021
Theorists, we've been on quite the journey with GrubHub. We've found the lore, we've examined the clues the company left for us, and now I think we have what it takes to SOLVE the mystery once and for all - as a COMMUNITY! Today Theorists, all of our hard work is going to pay off. Strap on your bib and let's dig in!
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CAUTION! Don't Shop At Omega Mart!
Episode 32 - 8-14-2021
By now most people have heard of Omega Mart, the art installation experience in Las Vegas. If you haven't, it's an unusually themed shopping and activity experience based around aliens, conspiracies, and more. Today, I want to take you on a trip down the rabbit whole that is Omega Mart and we are not stopping until we figure out the strange and unusual lore of Omega MArt. Get ready for a road trip, Theorists!
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Does Taco Bell ACTUALLY Wreck Your Stomach?
Episode 31 - 8-07-2021
Theorists, are the rumors TRUE? Does Taco Bell, fan favorite fast food restaurant, WRECK your stomach? You know what I mean. Taco Bell has developed a reputation for giving people digestive issues after consuming their food. Now, I like proof before making such big accusations. So today we are going to figure out if this is the TRUTH or a stinky pile of LIES!
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Did We Make The PERFECT Burger? (Burger Taste Test)
Episode 30 - 7-31-2021
We tested what the best way to build your burger was but that was NOT enough! Theorists, when we taste tested our burger combinations, we discovered that we may have ALL been doing it WRONG! Today we are going to calculate the ULTIMATE burger toppings according to SCIENCE It is time to make the PERFECT burger!
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The Subway Tuna Conspiracy Continues...
Episode 29 - 7-24-2021
We've covered the Subway Tuna controversy once before on this channel. In that, we can to the conclusion that Subway was not trying to market a mystery meat as tuna in their tuna sub. Recently the New York Times came out with an article bringing it all up again. The article said that they did a DNA test on the Subway tuna filling and could not prove it was in fact tuna. Well Theorists, I'm here to tell you that the New York Times made a pretty big mistake with their test and the tuna wants its revenge...
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Can A Sandwich Make You A Better Athlete?
Episode 28 - 7-17-2021
No, the title is not clickbait. Can a sandwich ACTUALLY make you a better athlete? Specifically, a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. When I found out that many NBA players ate a PB&J sandwich - PB&J adjacent item - before a game, I had to figure out WHY! Theorists, this goes beyond sports and nutrition. This is about validating all of the PB&J sandwiches I've eaten over my life. Get ready to play ball!
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The Dark History of McDonaldland (McDonalds)
Episode 27 - 7-10-2021
We've covered McDonald's a few times on this channel and this will likely not be the last. Theorists, have you ever heard of McDonaldland, the McDonald's theme park? Yes, a real place where you could go hang out with Ronald McDonald, the Hamburglar, Grimace, and the rest. Think of it like a Disney but for a fast food chain... because that was exactly what McDonald's was trying to rip off. It is time to open the greasy wrapper of a part of McDonald's dark history that they want you to forget.
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How to BEAT the Buffet (Food Theory's Lost Episode)
Episode 26 - 7-03-2021
Theorists, what you are about to see is from the Food Theory vault. It is an episode that was almost never aired, due to the events of last year. Remember buffets? The all you can eat experience of piling your plate so high with crab legs, various meat, and desserts? I wanted to figure out how to get the best bang for your buck at ANY buffet. I did the research, live and in person before everything shut down. The buffet we went to does not even EXIST anymore! Yet,I knew the knowledge we gained was worth sharing so that you too could beat the buffet.
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The CORRECT Way To Build A Burger!
Episode 25 - 6-26-2021
Did you know how you stack the contents of your burger MATTERS? Theorists, I am about to blow your mind! I have tested the combinations and found that there is one CORRECT way to build a perfect burger. This will change your life forever... or at least your meal. Let's dig in!
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GrubHub Lore Just Got Weirder...
Episode 24 - 6-22-2021
Theorists, this is quite the event. After my first theory about the strange lore of GrubHub and how it is MOST DEFINITELY a future timeline of Jimmy Neutron, they responded. That's right! GrubHub themselves wanted to weigh in on our theory. This is unexpected. This is groundbreaking. This is CONFIRMED! Theorists, we were RIGHT!
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Are Doritos a RIP OFF?
Episode 23 - 6-12-2021
Have you ever opened a bag of chips and thoughts, why is there so much empty space? Did I just pay for mostly air with a side of chips? You are not alone! For years, I've thought I was getting ripped off with each delicious bag of chips. Today, I want to find out if that is true and I am starting with the biggest culprit of them all - Doritos!
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Can Eating Too Much POP Your Stomach?
Episode 22 - 6-05-2021
Can you eat so much that your stomach EXPLODES? Theorists, that is the question I am going to answer today. From competitive eaters to mukbang stars, people like to eat and eat a LOT! What does that do to your stomach? You will have to watch to find out!
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Can A Slap REALLY Cook A Chicken?
Episode 21 - 5-29-2021
Can you cook a chicken with a slap? Ever since I came across that idea, I knew I would have to cover it eventually. There have been a lot of attempts to make this work. Today Food Theorists, I will not stop until we figure it out. CAN it work? Could a HUMAN do it? Let's get slappin' and find out!
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The Secret Recipe for Mountain Dew Pizza!
Episode 20 - 5-20-2021
So, Mountain Dew came out with a cookbook. Of course that meant I had to track it down and take a look for myself. Imagine my surprise when in my browsing of The Big Bold Book of MTN DEW Recipes had NO PIZZA! What?! A staple food of most Mountain Dew fans, pizza felt like the PERFECT food to adapt as a recipe. So I DID! Theorists, I made a recipe for Mountain Dew pizza... that you should actually EAT!
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The Undercover Mission of Thai Food!
Episode 19 - 5-15-2021
I love Thai food. It is always at the top of my list when we are choosing where to go eat or take out. Because of that, I've started to notice something. There are a LOT of Thai food places. In fact, they are popping up in more and more places. Don't get me wrong, I love the options and it makes it super easy to find my favorite dishes whenever the cravings hit me. What I want to know though, is why Thai food restaurants seem to be competing with Starbucks for most restaurants in an area. Well Theorists, I think it's time to do some eating - I mean RESEARCH!
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The Disturbing Lore of M&Ms
Episode 18 - 5-08-2021
Theorists, I'm guessing most of you have seen at least one M&M commercial in your life. From the classic Santa is real one that's been circulating for YEARS or more modern versions, one thing is clear. Those M&Ms are being EATEN! I'm not just talking about being eaten by the humans in the commercials, the M&Ms are eating each other! Yet, I'm not sure that means they are committing cannibalism... Why? Watch to find out!
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You're Eating Pasta WRONG!
Episode 17 - 4-29-2021
Pasta is delicious but it is not always the healthiest option on any given menu. So, I wanted to see if there was a way to change that. Can we make our pasta healthier by doing the LEAST amount possible? Call this a hack, but I think I've found the SECRET to healthier pasta. What is it? You'll have to watch to find out!
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We Are RUNNING OUT of Ketchup! (McDonalds)
Episode 16 - 4-24-2021
Did you know we are running out of ketchup? Well, ketchup packets. You see the past year has really changed the face of the restaurant industry and one of the main ways is portable condiments. Except there is a little more nuance to this situation left out of that. The truth is Heinz, the king of ketchup, is running out of it's famous condiment. What does this mean for the future? Well, I have a theory...
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How Long Could You SURVIVE Locked In A Grocery Store?
Episode 15 - 4-17-2021
I've seen the videos Creators posted about trying to live for 24 hours in a grocery store or places like Target. That got me thinking. How long COULD you survive in a grocery store? Whether you were locked in or it was your home base in a zombie apocalypse, how long would you be able to SURVIVE with that as your only source of sustenance? Today, I'm going to settle in and find out!
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Testing the McDonalds McFlurry Cake! (Viral TikTok Hack)
Episode 14 - 4-08-2021
TikTok is becoming the place to find unusual food hacks. One that caught my eye was the McFlurry cake. I am what you would call a connoisseur of the McDonalds McFlurry and I wanted to find out if I could really get a McFlurry flavored cake. Today, I am seeing if this popular TikTok hack WORKS and if the McFlurry is the best choice... or if some other fast food ice cream treat would do it better. Theorists, let's eat CAKE!
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Grubhub Lore Exists and It's WEIRDER Than You Thought!
Episode 13 - 4-01-2021
By now you have likely seen the meme of the hour, the Grubhub dancing commercial. Well, it got me thinking - or rather the familiar looks of the characters got me thinking. Theorists, I think Grubhub may have.. borrowed it's new dancing mascots. Get ready to open up a fresh delivery of Grubhub lore and find out how deep this theory goes!
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The DARK Secret of Oreos
Episode 12 - 3-28-2021
Oreos are one of the most beloved snacks out there but did you know that they have a DARK history? Theorists, let's talk about Hydrox cookies. Oh, you don't know what those are? They were Oreos BEFORE Oreos. That's right! That classic sandwich cookie taste you love so much did NOT start with Oreos! What happened? Watch to find out!
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I QUIT Diet Coke!
Episode 11 - 3-18-2021
Food Theorists, if you've been around for a while - or watched our other channels - you know I LOVE Diet Coke. Or well, I thought I did. Despite our long history, I wanted to find the PERFECT soda. I am going ALL IN on this - store bought vs fountain, big name vs generic, Coke vs Pepsi! Who will win this MArch MAdness soda bracket? WAtch to find out!
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I Wore Panera's Bread Gloves for 24 Hours! (Panera Bread)
Episode 10 - 3-11-2021
Would you wear bread on your hands - whether for warmth or even fashion? Well Food Theorists, that is what Panera Bread is asking you to do! Sort of. Panera released a raffle for their bread bowl gloves, meant to keep your hands warm and hold your drink. While the actual item ended up being a fake bread glove, their pitch stands. Should you wear bread for gloves and would that even WORK? I am ready to put my hands to the test for some answers!
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They LIED To You About Food Comas!
Episode 9 - 3-04-2021
Have you ever eaten so much food that you felt sleepy? Whether it is an indulgent mukbang or a holiday meal, I think we've all been there at least once. Many refer to this as the "food coma". Theorists, I'm here to let you know that what you THINK you know about these so-called "food comas" is WRONG! Today we are waking up to the real science of what is making you SLEEPY!
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Taco Bell Is Killing Amazon!
Episode 8 - 2-25-2021
Taco Bell is revolutionizing the drive thru experience. Yes, the fast food chain is challenging the likes of Amazon delivery in its grand plan. We are talking a multi-lane, contactless, order only EXPERIENCE. I know you are wonders how a drive through could compete with at home delivery and, Theorists, it is because of the BIGGEST jump all companies have to cover. What is it? Watch to find out!
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Subway Tuna Is NOT Fish?
Episode 7 - 2-18-2021
Oh Subway, it was not so long ago that we were trying to figure out if your bread was REALLY bread or if it was secretly cake. Well, it looks like we are not ready to say goodbye to your scandals. Today, we are opening the sandwich on what exactly you have been putting inside them. Specifically, your "tuna". Is it tuna? Is it even FISH? Time to find out!
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Can Chocolate Make You Fall In LOVE?
Episode 6 - 2-11-2021
Loyal Theorists, it is the season of love! With Valentine's Day just around the corner, I wanted to explore one love related "myth". Today I want to find out if aphrodisiacs REALLY work. The science of this has always been fascinating and what better time to dive into love that now? Get ready to make a last minute menu change, Theorists, as we figure out what is the TRUE food of LOVE!
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You Can TASTE This Video... Soon...
Episode 5 - 2-06-2021
Theorists, have you ever wanted to TASTE what you see on screen like you were in the Willy Wonka movie? It would be amazing to watch something like the Food Network and be able to get a taste of all the delicious looking food we see. What if I told you that you CAN do that? Or rather, you will be able to do that SOON? Science is getting close and I, for one, CANNOT WAIT! When, where, and HOW will this happen? Watch to find out!
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Captain Crunch is an IMPOSTOR! (Cap'n Crunch Cereal)
Episode 4 - 1-30-2021
We all know the mouth scraping-ly good cereal known as Cap'n Crunch. What you may NOT know is that the good ole "Cap'n" is no captain at all! In fact he is nothing but a LIAR! You see, this well loved cereal mascot has been masquerading for YEARS as an honorable captain but today, Loyal Theorists, we are pulling back the curtain on this so-called captain!
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I SOLVED KFC's Secret Recipe! (KFC Chicken)
Episode 3 - 1-24-2021
Food Theorists, this is not the first time I've talked about KFC or Colonel Sanders on this channel and I'm sure it won't be the last. However, today just may be the most important day on this channel... if you love fried chicken like I do! You see, I believe I have figured out the SECRET recipe that makes KFC chicken taste so good. Join us as we taste test our way to the best homemade fried chicken EVER! Science has never tasted so good.
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Cheetos Are Cow Food!
Episode 2 - 1-16-2021
Theorists, Cheetos are cow food. That's it, that's the Tweet - I mean video. Listen, I LOVE me some Cheetos. If you pop open a bag, I will not say no! That does not, however, change what these crispy snacks are. They were MADE for cows! Still don't believe me? Well, sit back and grab a snack. This will blow your mind!
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MrBeast Burger Is NOT What You Think...
Episode 1 - 1-09-2021
MrBeast posted a video where he announced he was opening his own, mainly digital, fast food restaurant. It went over BIG, not only in the one brick and mortar drive through in his video, but with the food apps as well. I was fascinated and had to learn how he pulled it off, as well as if this is a move that could change the face of fast food forever. What I found, Theorists, is VERY interesting. I think I've figured out the SECRET to MrBeast Burger and it may not be what you expect...
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Season 2020
You Are Drinking Your Champagne WRONG!
Episode 28 - 12-31-2020
It is a popular tradition to toast to a new year or new opportunity with a glass of champagne. People even propose by putting a ring in a flute of champagne in hopes that all of the little bubbles will make the gesture event more romantic. Except those iconic glasses may be RUINING your champagne! Why? Well Theorists, let's raise a glass to science! Cheers!
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I Ate My Whole Christmas Tree... And So Can You!
Episode 27 - 12-26-2020
If you've ever had a real tree for your Christmas tree, what did you do with it when the holidays were over? I'm guessing most of you answered "throw it away" or something to that nature. Well, you've been doing it all WRONG! Don't waste your tree when you could be EATING it! Yes Theorists, I am saying you can EAT your tree. How? WHY? Well, you will have to watch to find out!
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STOP Ordering Your Pizza Like This!
Episode 26 - 12-19-2020
We've taught you how to optimize your order of french fries and what fast food soda size is the best bang for your buck! Now, get ready for PIZZA! That's right, Theorists. We put out the orders to some of the most popular pizza places to figure out what order gets you the best pizza. Who are our competitors? Enter Domino's, Pizza Hut, Papa John's, and Little Caesars! What pizza reigns supreme? Well, it's NOT the supreme...
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Chocolate is a LIE!
Episode 25 - 12-12-2020
Chocolate is one of the most beloved sweets out there. We use it in EVERYTHING from sweet to savory dishes, in many different cultures, and for many occasions. Yet, chocolate is hiding a dark secret... and I don't mean just dark chocolate. Depending on what chocolate you are purchasing, what you end up eating may NOT really be chocolate. That's right! Just like your cake mix, your chocolate is LYING to you! What is is? What makes REAL chocolate actually chocolate? I hope you have a sweet tooth, Theorists.
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Never Order A Burger King Medium Soda!
Episode 24 - 12-05-2020
We solved the mystery of the best size fries to order at a fast food restaurant. Now, we are going to tackle the soda fountain. That's right Theorists, we are busting out the math to see which of your favorite fast food hang outs is tricking you into paying for a larger drink size while still only serving you the SAME amount of drink! Today we are putting McDonalds, Taco Bell, Burger Kings, Wendy's and KFC into a head to head battle to see which place you should go to get the best bang for your buck in terms of drink size. Which place is feeling generous and which is a major scam? It's time to pour ourselves a large cup of TRUTH!
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Is Your Cake ILLEGAL?
Episode 23 - 11-28-2020
Cake decorating is an art. It takes HOURS for people to decorate a cake. I mean, I can't be the only person to sit down for one How To Cake It video only to look up and realise it has been 5 hours, right? Well, that's not what today's episode is about. It is actually about Miley Cyrus and that time she stole a cake design. No really. It got me wondering if, like art of other forms, you can copyright a cake design. Well Theorists, it's about to get LEGAL!
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You're Cooking Your Thanksgiving Turkey WRONG!
Episode 22 - 11-19-2020
It's that time of year again, where we all prepare to cook our favorite bird - the turkey! Listen, I am a connoisseur of Thanksgiving meals and the turkey is something I look forward to all year. So, it is VERY important to me to make sure that you are cooking your turkey the RIGHT way! You see, many people are doing it all WRONG! Today Theorists, I will show you the definitive way to cook your Thanksgiving turkey to make your dinner spectacular!
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Froot Loops and Apple Jacks Are SECRETLY The Same!
Episode 21 - 11-12-2020
Breakfast cereal is a staple of many childhoods. Trying to get your parents to buy you the cool cereal with the fun and colorful box? Been there, done that! Now that Food Theory exists, I can go back and try to answer some of the questions that have haunted me since childhood. Questions like, what the heck do Apple Jacks actually taste like? They never say they taste just like apples despite it being in the name! So what flavor are they and WHY do they taste awfully close to their competition - Froot Loops? Get your cereal bowls ready, Theorists!
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McDonald's is NOT a Restaurant!
Episode 20 - 11-05-2020
Theorists, what is McDonald's selling? The answer seems obvious - fast food! Most of us have partaken in their Big Mac burgers, fries, and other staples of the golden arches. Yet, that may be a big ol' LIE! That's right, Ronald McDonald may not be a clown selling some of our favorite indulgent quick serve foods. In fact, McDonald's may be in a completely different business all together. What is that business? You'll have to watch to find out!
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The TRUTH of the World's WEIRDEST Cereal! (켈로그 첵스파맛)
Episode 19 - 10-29-2020
What is your favorite cereal? Now what would you do if everyone voted to make it taste like green ONIONS?! Would you eat it? You see, South Korea held a contest to vote for their next big flavor - extra chocolate or green onions. Obviously, they were banking on chocolate to take the vote. Well, onions won. How did that happen? Who voted for onion flavored cereal? Get yourself ready Theorists, for the story of the weirdest cereal I've ever tasted!
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Is Subway Bread ACTUALLY Cake?
Episode 18 - 10-22-2020
Have you seen the headlines about Subway? A ruling in Ireland stated that due to the recipe of Subway bread it cannot actually be classified as... bread. What have we been EATING? Today Loyal Theorists, we are rising to the occasion of this bread controversy! What makes bread able to be classified as bread? Can you stretch those rules? Would you eat a sandwich made with cake? All this and more in today's episode of Film Theory!
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Count Chocula's Shameful Past! (Halloween Breakfast Cereal)
Episode 17 - 10-15-2020
It's Halloween season and that means it's time to talk about some spooky, scary foods! Today, we are diving head first into the iconic monster cereal - Count Chocula! Specifically, the count himself. What is his history? Is he related to Dracula? Well, the story is actually a little more complicated than that... Get your cereal bowls ready Food Theorists, it's about to get weird!
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How Pumpkin Spice Killed Coffee! (Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte)
Episode 16 - 10-08-2020
When you think autumn, what drink comes to mind to fit the season? Many of you likely thought of the Starbucks PSL - or Pumpkin Spice Latte for the uninitiated. Pumpkin Spice drinks are a phenomenon of popular culture. IS it really fall if you haven't Instagrammed one of these babies? The big question, though, is actually the most obvious. How did the popularity of the Pumpkin Spice Latte happen? And more so, what does it mean for coffee culture in general?
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How To SURVIVE Spicy Food! (Hot Ones Challenge)
Episode 15 - 10-01-2020
Burger King just made a major move in the Twitch space - a potentially ILLEGAL move! Loyal Theorists, were you one of the lucky viewers to see Burger King hop onto your favorite Twitch stream and use the text to speech message to advertise their food? Well, they DID and many of those Twitch streamers are NOT happy! You see, Burger King used them as cheap advertising rather than actually sponsoring them which potentially cheats them out of money. So, was this sneaky tactic a genius move by Burger King to sell their Whopper or did they just break the law?
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Did Burger King JUST Break The Law?
Episode 14 - 9-24-2020
Burger King just made a major move in the Twitch space - a potentially ILLEGAL move! Loyal Theorists, were you one of the lucky viewers to see Burger King hop onto your favorite Twitch stream and use the text to speech message to advertise their food? Well, they DID and many of those Twitch streamers are NOT happy! You see, Burger King used them as cheap advertising rather than actually sponsoring them, which potentially cheats them out of money. So, was this sneaky tactic a genius move by Burger King to sell their Whopper or did they just break the law?
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What's SAFE To Eat After Nuclear Fallout?
Episode 13 - 9-17-2020
Loyal Theorists, nowadays I seem to be thinking a lot about the future of the world. Over on my other channel, Game Theory, I've talked a lot about the franchise of Fallout. Now that we've launched Food Theory, I think it's time to cover a topic I've always wondered about - what CAN you eat after a nuclear apocalypse? What food out there is safe from the radiation that would permeate pretty much everything? Today, we're going to find out what's on the menu after nuclear fallout!
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KFC and the Curse of Colonel Sanders
Episode 12 - 9-10-2020
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be haunted by Colonel Sanders? What could make such a thing a reality? That's where today's theory starts! You see in Japan KFC is HUGELY popular, so much that there are even statues of the Colonel himself. Would you believe that one of those statues is responsible for a CURSE put on a Japanese baseball team? Theorists, this is about to get WEIRD!
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Chuck E Cheese Pizza, Should You Be Scared?
Episode 11 - 9-03-2020
Chuck E. Cheese pizza is a modern age folktale all on its own. From the infamous docuseries, to all of the other theories spread across YouTube and the internet at large, we ALL know what this theory is going to be about. Is Chuck E Cheese pizza recycled? Do the employees use uneaten pizza slices from previous patrons to build "new" pizzas that they then serve to other customers? Food Theorists, our team is out to prove whether that is true or just a piece of hot, cheese fiction!
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Do NOT Grill A Burger Like This!
Episode 10 - 8-27-2020
When the weather gets hot, it's time to bring out the grill and have a BBQ! There is nothing as delicious as a well grilled burger or hotdog on a hot summer day. Except, what makes a perfect grilled food? Food Theorists, I pose this question: Do you grill with charcoal or propane? Is there a difference in taste or quality grilling depending on which you use? That is what I aim to find out today! I take my food very seriously and I won't stop until we all know the RIGHT way to grill!
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Coffee, Science's MOST IMPORTANT Discovery!
Episode 9 - 8-20-2020
Coffee, the elixir of many genius minds throughout history. You see, coffee itself is a fundamental building block of the world we know today. Yes, REALLY! That morning ( and afternoon and evening) Starbucks coffee may be leading you towards an Einstein level discovery! Today Food Theorists, I'm about to show you how coffee was the most important discovery we've made and how it helped invent the world we live in today. Let's get brewing!
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The TRUE Cost of Winning $1,000,000 at McDonald's (Monopoly)
Episode 8 - 8-13-2020
Have you ever played McDonald's Monopoly competition hoping to win the big $1,000,000? So have I but like most people who play, it hasn't happened yet. So I wanted to see if I could figure out what it takes to WIN the jackpot prize. It turns out becoming a McDonald's Millionaire is not very pretty. Or cheap. Or healthy. Food Theorists, prepare yourself for a big serving of greasy truth!
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Will Masterchef Gordon Ramsay FAIL?
Episode 7 - 8-06-2020
Today we put two very successful chefs against one another to figure out who would be the true Masterchef - since they have failed to live up to this challenge themselves. On one side of the ring we have Gordon Ramsay. The man, the myth, the one who dreams in our faces about our terrible food and we love it! His shows like Kitchen Nightmares and Hell's Kitchen bring out the beast each episode. In the other corner we have Bobby Flay. This chill, southern chef is not only an Iron Chef, but his show Beat Bobby Flay thrives on the idea of pitting him against another chef. Will we spur them to actually stoke the fire and get this battle started IRL? I will certainly try!
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What Makes a Sandwich a Sandwich?
Episode 6 - 7-30-2020
What is a sandwich? Most probably think that is an easy answer. You've eaten MANY sandwiches in your life, right? Well Food Theorists, you may have partaken of tons of food you never knew were a sandwich. Today we are taking the "rules" of what makes a sandwich and seeing what other foods qualify. That hotdog? Your favorite pizza? All sandwiches! Watch to find out why!
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You've Been SCAMMED...and Never Knew It! (Supermarket Secrets)
Episode 5 - 7-23-2020
Grocery shopping is something everyone has to do. We all need to eat! Yet, I'm sure you wish that you could save some money on your trip. Oh, there are store card and coupons telling you how to save, but what if I told you that you are STILL being scammed? That's right Food Theorist, the supermarket is hacking your brain to make you spend more without you ever realizing it! How does it happen and is there a way to resist? Let's find out!
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Kool Aid Man Is A Marvel Villain!
Episode 4 - 7-23-2020
Marvel is famous for its memorable characters - Iron Man, Captain America, Wolverine, Storm, etc.. Except, there is one that many have forgotten. A character with so much power, he breaks things by just entering a room. No, I am not talking about the Hulk or Thanos snapping things away. I'm talking about the Kool-Aid Man. He is the most powerful Marvel character you never knew was a Marvel character and I have the proof!
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Don't Trust Your Cake!
Episode 3 - 7-23-2020
Baking a cake is a science. You have to follow the recipe or else your cake batter won't turn into the cake of your dreams. I hate to break it to you Theorists, you've been doing it WRONG all along! It's true - at least, it's true if you use the boxed cake mix. That recipe on the back of the box? It's a LIE! Want to find out why? Put on your apron, we're about to get messy!
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Tootsie Pops - How Many Licks Does It REALLY Take?
Episode 2 - 7-23-2020
You know the famous Tootsie Pop commercial that asks, "How many licks does it take to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop?" That question has caused hundreds, if not thousands of people to try to find the answer. One of those people was our friend, MrBeast. Way back when he tried to find the answer and did a pretty good job but he forgot the BIGGEST help in any test. Science! Can we hack this challenge? Let's find out!
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Never Order McDonald's Medium Fries!
Episode 1 - 7-23-2020
Fries are one of the best foods, especially fast food fries. From McDonald's and Burger King to Wendy's and Arby's, there are TONS of options to chow down on our favorite fried potato treat. Today, I want to figure out how to get the MOST out of my order of fries. Which restaurant gives me the most fries for my money and are their order sizes a TRICK to make us spend more on less food? I volunteered to eat my way through to the answer!
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