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The Retro Resurgence Podcast – Episode 30 | Top 5 Fast Food Happy Meal Promotions

Chad Droze

Happy December Listeners! Episode 30 drops NOW! In our new retro news segment, Recurrent Events – a concept borrowed from our dearly departed retro bud Jason Gross – Current Events for Retro Minds, Ken discusses an upcoming CONTINUE READING…

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How Jurassic Park Helped Create McDonald’s Supersize

Mickey Yarber

The term “supersize me” has existed for so long that people seem to have forgotten how it started. Sadly that means it was around for three decades. The supersize option at McDonald’s was not originally CONTINUE READING…

Shamrock Shake
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The History of McDonald’s Shamrock Shake

Mickey Yarber

McDonald’s Shamrock Shake had a unique beginning. Football teams, hospitals, and more combine to give this iconic shake it’s humble beginnings. CONTINUE READING…

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