Food Theory

Season 2023

Matthew Patrick debunks food myths, tells you about the best food hacks, covers the history of food mascots, and talks about other food related topics.
49 Episodes
  • McDonald’s Free Food is a SCAM!
    E1
    McDonald’s Free Food is a SCAM!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!
  • Did MrBeast’s Video Just BREAK the Law?
    E2
    Did MrBeast’s Video Just BREAK the Law?If MrBeast offered you a FREE trip to Paris, would you take it, Loyal Theorists? The only contingency is that you must bring him back one baguette. One lucky student took the offer, and Jimmy Beast filmed the whole thing! But, there was one issue. . . it was totally ILLEGAL! Let me break it down...
  • The Waffle House Has Found Its New Host… and it’s ME!?
    E3
    The Waffle House Has Found Its New Host… and it’s ME!?The Waffle House has found its new host! That’s right, Loyal Theorists, you’ve seen the meme going around YouTube. . . but I ACTUALLY found the new host. I sorted through every character I could imagine so we could find the perfect new Waffle House host. Watch to see who I’d hire!
  • This Lemonade Could Kill You (Panera)
    E4
    This Lemonade Could Kill You (Panera)What if I told you that Panera is deceiving you, Loyal Theorists? No, not because of their tasty bread bowls or mac & cheese. But because of their CHARGED Lemonades! This started as a theory, but it turned into something MUCH more serious. It certainly made me revved up and ready to warn you about the dangers of caffeine...
  • Spicy Food Can ACTUALLY Kill You!
    E5
    Spicy Food Can ACTUALLY Kill You!Have you heard about the Carolina Reaper, Loyal Theorist? It’s been known as the HOTTEST pepper in the world for the past ten years! But a new competitor has just entered the arena, and it puts the Reaper to SHAME! With these spicy peppers on my mind, I had to wonder if any hot pepper could actually kill you? Answer: it may shock you!
  • Gaston STOLE All the Eggs! (Beauty and the Beast)
    E6
    Gaston STOLE All the Eggs! (Beauty and the Beast)“Now that I’m grown I eat five dozen eggs” woah, woah, woah! Hold up there, Gaston. FIVE DOZEN eggs?! Now I don’t know about you, Loyal Theorists, but that seems a bit excessive. Not only do I think Gaston CAN’T eat all those eggs, but I also wonder what his consumption is doing to the local town in Beauty and the Beast, especially with the current egg crisis. To find the answers, you’ll just have to watch.
  • Yes, an Apple a Day CAN Keep the Doctor Away!
    E7
    Yes, an Apple a Day CAN Keep the Doctor Away!We’ve all heard the old wives tale that “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But is this REALLY true? Can a good, ole red delicious actually keep your body in tip-top shape? Well after doing my research, Loyal Theorists, I found that apples ARE actually doing something to our bodies, just not what you’d expect…
  • Costco DOESN’T Save You Money!
    E8
    Costco DOESN’T Save You Money!Inflation is getting out of hand! With rising gas prices, egg shortages, and interest rates, most of us are looking to save a buck where we can. And a great way to do that is buy buying BULK! Or is it actually the way to go? We’re breaking down the biggest myth when it comes to Costco and the best hacks for saving money at your local retailer.
  • Why Does EVERYTHING Taste Like Chicken?
    E9
    Why Does EVERYTHING Taste Like Chicken?Have you ever eaten something and thought “wow, this tastes like CHICKEN”? If so, you’re not alone. Whether it’s eating gator or another piece of exotic meat, there’s actually a reason for you’re tasting chicken in everything you eat. Watch to find out why.
  • Logan Paul is LYING About Prime!
    E10
    Logan Paul is LYING About Prime!Logan Paul and KSI’s new business endeavor, Prime, is taking the world by STORM as the official sports hydration drink of the UFC and Arsenal fútbol club. People of all ages are loving the flavorful taste. But there’s something off about the whole thing. Is it actually healthy? And can this REALLY be better than Gatorade? Let’s break down everything you need to know about Prime!
  • This TikTok Drink is the Best WORST Idea Ever! (BORG)
    E11
    This TikTok Drink is the Best WORST Idea Ever! (BORG)Welp, just like the good ole’ Tide Pods Challenge from 2018, another bizarre trend is taking over the youth of America: BORGs. College students across the country are drinking “Black Out Rage Gallons.” But, what are they? And is there ANY benefit to them? Grab your straw and let’s find out!
  • You Would HATE this 700 Year Old Meal! (Medieval Times)
    E12
    You Would HATE this 700 Year Old Meal! (Medieval Times)Has't thee ever been to Medieval Times? It’s a dinner experience hath built for a king! Enter the castle, gaze upon the jousting tournament, and enjoyeth a dinner with a giant turkey leggeth, mead, and all! But is any of this actually authentic? Let’s findeth out…
  • You are WRONG About Spices!
    E13
    You are WRONG About Spices!Adding spices to your food is not abnormal. In fact, many of us CRAVE them! Of course they’re tasty on chicken, steak, corn, and everything in between, but there is a MUCH deeper reason to why we use spices. Watch to find out what it is…
  • Did Pepsi Make a $1,000,000 MISTAKE?!
    E14
    Did Pepsi Make a $1,000,000 MISTAKE?!Ew, have you seen Pepsi’s brand NEW logo? It’s… well, not the most appealing. And while the internet is ABLAZE with hatred over this change, we’re here to show you why Pepsi actually just made a genius move.
  • Is Logan Paul LYING About Prime Energy Too?!
    E15
    Is Logan Paul LYING About Prime Energy Too?!Logan Paul is BACK at it again with Prime. But this time he’s promoting Prime Energy! It’s supposed to be the BEST new energy drink that knocks out the rest of the competition. Monster? Red Bull? Ghost? No WAY do they stand up. Or do they? Is Logan Paul just lying to us again? Let’s find out…
  • Blue Raspberry is a Complete LIE!
    E16
    Blue Raspberry is a Complete LIE!Are you a fan of the Blue Raspberry flavor, Theorist? Sour Patch Kids, ICEE Pops, Prime… it all tastes SO delicious. But have you ever stopped to wonder: what is blue raspberry? It’s not like blue raspberries grow in the wild. So what gives? Let’s dive into the world of BLUE!
  • What Does a 10,000 Year Old Meatball Taste Like? (Mammoth Meatball)
    E17
    What Does a 10,000 Year Old Meatball Taste Like? (Mammoth Meatball)Loyal Theorist, what would you do if you cloned a 10,000 year old Woolly Mammoth? Would you ride on its back? Keep it as a pet? Or create a GIANT meatball out of it? Well, if you’re the scientists at Forged by Vow, then that’s exactly what you’re doing, creating a mammoth meatball, that is. But why would they do this and is it going to affect us? Because as we all know, life finds a way…
  • How to CONQUER Spicy Food! (Hot Ones Challenge)
    E18
    How to CONQUER Spicy Food! (Hot Ones Challenge)What is the BEST way to stop the heat of a spicy hot wing? We’ve tested some zany solutions in the past, but this episode it’s about to get weirder. Hang with us as we complete the Hot Ones Challenge and try not to die from the heat overload. Plus stick around to the end for a challenge 10x worse than ANY of the Last Dab hot sauce. Get ready, Loyal Theorist, because we’re about to turn up the HEAT to a whole new level!
  • The Hidden DANGERS of Peanut Butter!
    E19
    The Hidden DANGERS of Peanut Butter!Peanut Butter is now a liquid. Yes, you read that correctly, Loyal Theorist. That smooth, gooey, creamy peanut-y goodness is now classified as a liquid by the TSA. And that means you can NO longer fly with it on an airplane (unless it’s under 3oz, of course). But why? Why would the TSA do this? And will you never be able to eat peanuts, peanut butter cookies, or a Butterfinger on an airplane again? Let’s find out!
  • The SECRET to McDonald’s Sprite!
    E20
    The SECRET to McDonald’s Sprite!Let’s get one thing straight, Loyal Theorist: McDonald’s Sprite straight up SLAPS! There is no Sprite more fizzy and satisfying than the one from your local Mickey D’s. But why? WHY is this the case? Is there more carbonation? More syrup? Does the STRAW somehow play an effect? Or are the machines just built differently? There’s a reason your McDonald’s Sprite tastes spicy, and we’re here to share the REAL answer behind this fizzy phenomenon!
  • The ULTIMATE Food Fight Weapon!
    E21
    The ULTIMATE Food Fight Weapon!Okay, we’ve all wanted to yell “FOOD FIGHT” at some point, right? You’ve watched chaos ensue in the famous scenes from Max Keeble’s Big Move, Bratz: The Movie, and Community. But there’s one question they all forgot to ask. What is the BEST food weapon to use in a food fight? Grab your milk cartons and chicken nuggets, Loyal Theorist, because we’re in for a FOOD FIGHT!
  • Domino’s WORST Nightmare is Back! (The Noid)
    E22
    Domino’s WORST Nightmare is Back! (The Noid)Have you seen the Domino’s Pizza mascot, Loyal Theorist? The “Noid,” as they call him, is Domino’s arch nemesis who attempts to thwart every pizza delivery that he can. And let us tell you, this guy is straight up NIGHTMARE fuel! From his wacked out eyes to his goody ears, you must find a way to AVOID the Noid. Sure, he’s the craziest-looking fast food pizza mascot and is scarier than anything Pizza Hut or Papa John’s have ever produced. But there is something Dominos isn’t telling you… and the DARK secret about the Noid may haunt your dreams for years to come!
  • You Should Eat CANDY Before a Workout?! (TikTok)
    E23
    You Should Eat CANDY Before a Workout?! (TikTok)Are you ready to get JACKED, Loyal Theorist? Well, before you reach for a bottle of pre workout, you may want to consider something else instead: CANDY! Yes, the sugar in sour candy, such as Sour Patch Kids and Warheads, could actually give you massive gains… at least, according to TikTok. Is this legit or total BUNK? Let’s find out…
  • The New Starbucks Drink is a Total FAILURE! (Olive Oil Coffee)
    E24
    The New Starbucks Drink is a Total FAILURE! (Olive Oil Coffee)When is the last time you went to Starbucks, Loyal Theorist? Was it all the way back in September for a pumpkin spice latte? Or are you a regular Starbucks coffee drinker who prefers the iced caramel macchiato? Either way, you’re in for a REAL treat on your next Starbucks run because the company is putting OLIVE OIL in your coffee. Sure, it sounds gross; but it gets way worse…
  • I’m So Hungry I Could Eat a Horse… But for Real Though!
    E25
    I’m So Hungry I Could Eat a Horse… But for Real Though!You’ve heard it said before: I’m so hungry I could eat a horse. Of course, it’s just an exaggeration. But you KNOW we couldn’t just leave it at that. Where does the phrase come from? And could you ACTUALLY eat a whole horse? Let’s find out!
  • Coke May Disappear FOREVER?!
    E26
    Coke May Disappear FOREVER?!Coca-Cola… you know it, you love it. But you better cherish it while you can. Why? Well, the end of Coke is right around the corner! That’s right, Loyal Theorists, it’s time to start hoarding a fridge full of Coca-Cola because in a few short years it may become a relic of the past. So crack open a cold can and let us explain…
  • I Solved the Grimace Shake MURDERS! (McDonald’s)
    E27
    I Solved the Grimace Shake MURDERS! (McDonald’s)McDonald’s released the Grimace Shake to honor Grimace’s 52nd birthday. But ever since then, murders and strange events have been popping up EVERYWHERE. Uh oh! What is actually happening here? Is Grimace to blame? Or does Ronald McDonald hold a part in this giant mess? The Grimace Shake may be discontinued, but that doesn’t stop us from theorizing about all the MYSTERIES surrounding the viral TikTok trend. Let’s figure this out!
  • Is Expensive Water Actually WORTH It? (Taste Test)
    E28
    Is Expensive Water Actually WORTH It? (Taste Test)Does expensive water REALLY taste better, Loyal Theorist? Water is just water after all. Yet somehow Fuji, Voss, Evian, and others have convinced us that their water is superior to those such as Deer Park, Dasani, and store brand water. Is it the natural spring or electrolytes that are supposed to give it a more distinct taste? Or is this all just a bunch of BUNK? Today, we expose the truth with this blind water taste test.
  • Goldfish Crackers Lore Exists... and It’s HORRIFYING!
    E29
    Goldfish Crackers Lore Exists... and It’s HORRIFYING!Goldfish Crackers are the snack that smiles back! But why did NO ONE stop to question why these crackers smile?! Are they really happy or is it actually a sinister smile? Well, Loyal Theorists, we dove into the Goldfish Crackers LORE to discover everything you need to know about the crackers, and you’re not going to like what we found out!
  • ROCKS Will Be Your New Favorite Food!
    E30
    ROCKS Will Be Your New Favorite Food!Welcome to the Internet where you can find fun trends like dance videos, Grimace Shakes, and… stir-fried stones?! Yes, street vendors in China are actually selling rocks to customers, and they’re eating it up! But why? WHY would you eat a rock? And better yet, where do trends like these come from and should we continue to do them?
  • Boneless Wings Are NOT What You Think! (Buffalo Wild Wings)
    E31
    Boneless Wings Are NOT What You Think! (Buffalo Wild Wings)Buffalo Wild Wings has been selling boneless chicken wings for YEARS, but one man dared to ask, "is this a legitimate chicken wing?" So ARE they chicken wings? And is there something suspicious about the way these chains, such a BWW, Domino's, and Papa Johns name their boneless meats. Let's find out exactly what these restaurants are hiding from us...
  • MrBeast Burger is FAILING!
    E32
    MrBeast Burger is FAILING!MrBeast is… suing himself?! That’s right, Jimmy Beast is taking on his own company MrBeast Burger. Granted, it’s not as simple as it sounds. MrBeast Burger is controlled by Virtual Dining Concepts, who MrBeast alleges is tarnishing his name. But the story gets crazier, as VDC is suing MrBeast back for the sum of $100M! So, what is REALLY happening here?
  • We Debunked the WORST Onion Cutting Hacks!
    E33
    We Debunked the WORST Onion Cutting Hacks!Cutting an onion is NEVER fun! Why? Well, the tears, of course! That’s why we set out to find a way to STOP crying while cutting onions. Join us on our journey as we test wearing goggles, using nose plugs, and even chewing bubble gum. Prepare yourself for an onion revelation, Loyal Theorists!
  • Snack on Deez Nut Balls!
    E34
    Snack on Deez Nut Balls!Hey, Loyal Theorist, you’ve been snacking WRONG your whole life! There’s a reason you feel full and tired in the afternoon, and it’s because of what you’re eating. Today we’re showing you a brand new snack mix and breaking down the science to what makes it SO perfect. Trust us, this will get a little NUTS!
  • STOP Buying Wagyu Burgers!
    E35
    STOP Buying Wagyu Burgers!What’s the deal with Wagyu beef? If you’re a foodie, you’ve probably heard of the coveted A5 Wagyu beef, which has the PERFECT marbling and taste. Of course, that comes at a hefty price up to $30,000 for a cow. But is Wagyu beef ACTUALLY worth it? And are the restaurants that have been selling you this trendy beef, like Arby’s, Fudruckers, and the Cheesecake Factory, all in on a giant scam? Let’s find out…
  • Gordon Ramsay is NOT a Masterchef! (Kitchen Nightmares)
    E36
    Gordon Ramsay is NOT a Masterchef! (Kitchen Nightmares)Gordon Ramsay is NOT all he’s cracked up to be, loyal theorist! Some people are even calling him an idiot sandwich! That’s right; he may come off as _all that_ in MasterChef, Hell’s Kitchen, and Kitchen Nightmares, but the reality is far different. In fact, some people are putting him second fiddle to other restaurateurs such as Guy Fieri. So who is actually the best chef in America? Join us for a HEATED culinary debate…
  • Gamer Drinks Are A LIE?! (GFuel)
    E37
    Gamer Drinks Are A LIE?! (GFuel)What is YOUR favorite gamer drink, loyal theorist? Is it Mtn Dew, Coca-Cola, Ghost, GFuel, or the newest addition to the mix Prime? We tasted EVERY major “gamer drink” on a recent GTLive episode and created our definitive tier ranking list. But now we’re asking a follow-up question: which of these drinks is the BEST for sustaining your long gaming session? The answer may surprise you…
  • Sugar DOESN’T Make Kids Hyper?!
    E38
    Sugar DOESN’T Make Kids Hyper?!Happy SPOOKY season, Loyal Theorist! Are you ready for Halloween? The kids sure are, and all that sugar is bound to make them CRAZY. Or will it? The truth is, the sugar rush is a complete and utter lie!
  • I SOLVED Fanta’s Mystery Flavor!
    E39
    I SOLVED Fanta’s Mystery Flavor!That SPOOKY feeling is in the air. Can you feel it, Loyal Theorist? And with the creepiness, that means MYSTERY flavors are here: Gatorade, Mtn Dew, Airheads, Dum Dums, and Fanta! And this year we’re specifically trying to figure out: what is the mystery Fanta flavor? Let’s do this!
  • Burger King is the WORST Burger in America!
    E40
    Burger King is the WORST Burger in America!McDonald’s, Burger King, Five Guys, Whataburger, In-N-Out… their burgers all taste amazing! But, today we’re wondering which of those fast food burgers is least likely to KILL You! Or rather, which burgers are the most and least healthy?
  • No, Vampires DON’T Hate Garlic! (Halloween)
    E41
    No, Vampires DON’T Hate Garlic! (Halloween)Dracula, Edward Cullen, Count Chocula… they’re all vampires who have one thing in common: they hate garlic! Or, DO they? You see, Loyal Theorist, it’s a lie we’ve been told all of these years. They don’t actually hate garlic! But, where does this all originate? It’s certainly not Transylvania! So let’s suck some blood out of this theory...
  • I Tried WEIRD Fair Food So You Don’t Have To!
    E42
    I Tried WEIRD Fair Food So You Don’t Have To!The fair is filled with TONS of crazy, exotic, over-the-top foods. You have deep-fried mac-n-cheese grilled cheese at the Iowa State Fair, bacon-wrapped waffle dogs at the Minnesota State Fair, and deep fried butter at the Texas State Fair. Well today, we’re trying the craziest of the crazy foods at the North Carolina State Fair. Get ready for a thrill ride!
  • FNAF Was Right, Breakfast SUCKS!
    E43
    FNAF Was Right, Breakfast SUCKS!our ol’ pal Ness, from the FNAF movie, brought up an interesting question: is breakfast _really_ the most important meal of the day? You see, loyal Theorist, breakfast companies have been LYING to you for decades and it has caused all of us to eat wrong for years. So how did that happen? And is “Big Cereal” really to blame for all of it?
  • STOP Eating Thanksgiving Turkey!
    E44
    STOP Eating Thanksgiving Turkey!It’s an age-old debate that spans all the way back to the Pilgrims: should you eat turkey or ham on Thanksgiving? Okay, maybe it doesn’t go back _that_ far. But it is a question that comes up every year around Theorist HQ. Today we’ll decide once and for all which meat you should eat on Thanksgiving. Trust us, you’ll be grateful by the end.
  • I Combined EVERY Fast Food Burger in America
    E45
    I Combined EVERY Fast Food Burger in AmericaHear us out… what if we combined EVERY single fast food burger into on frankenburger?! It sounds like the thing made from school lunch dreams, but we _really_ went for it. Burger King? McDonald’s? Five Guys? Yeah, they’re all in this monstrosity of a burger. Here’s how it all turned out.
  • I Baked a PRIME Cake
    E46
    I Baked a PRIME CakeWhat happens when you mix eggs, flour, and sugar with… Prime? Join us in the kitchen as we bake a Prime hydration cake! Did it turn out good, bad, or a bit of both? We’ll let YOU (and Logan Paul) be the judge.
  • Did FNAF Kill Chuck E Cheese?
    E47
    Did FNAF Kill Chuck E Cheese?Chuck-E-Cheese has been DYING for years, but FNAF may have just put the final nail in the mouse's coffin. What has Chuck E. Entertainment been doing right? What has he been doing WRONG? And how can he capitalize on Five Nights at Freddy's for future success?
  • Logan Paul's LIES Aren't Over Yet! ($1,000,000 Gold Prime)
    E48
    Logan Paul's LIES Aren't Over Yet! ($1,000,000 Gold Prime)Wait, Logan Paul is lying again? That's right, and this time it's about his Gold Prime contest worth $500,000! Here's the lowdown on the latest scandal...
  • I Made Ice Cream Out of My Christmas Tree!
    E49
    I Made Ice Cream Out of My Christmas Tree!Merry Christmas and happy holidays, Loyal Theorist. Welcome to the third installment in the Christmas tree trilogy, where this time we’re making a three course meal out of my Christmas tree. Today we’re making pickled tree, toast, nuggets, ice cream, and more!
 
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