In a surprisingly sad turn of events, McDonald's plans to phase out >self-serve soda machines in the coming years. Michael explains why this
is symptomatic of much larger societal issues.
https://youtu.be/PY3CnlW-7wY?si=BhKrD5bnEt_F9Ye_
On Fri, 08 May 2026 20:30:41 -0400, Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net>
wrote:
In a surprisingly sad turn of events, McDonald's plans to phase out >self-serve soda machines in the coming years. Michael explains why this
is symptomatic of much larger societal issues.
https://youtu.be/PY3CnlW-7wY?si=BhKrD5bnEt_F9Ye_
OK, more people are doing delivery, so the self serve fountain
drinks wouldn't be used. But what of those people who still dine in
the restaurant?
If people are stealing drinks, deal with each person as it
happens.
Fountain drinks are one of the biggest profit makers. Each glass
costs a few cents. Sure, each refill reduces the overall profit, but
is it really enough to matter?
Verily, in article <sestvkdbptb39gu0a148c1ps0qajhoe00i@4ax.com>, did >Kenito@Benito.Het deliver unto us this message:
On Fri, 08 May 2026 20:30:41 -0400, Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net>
wrote:
In a surprisingly sad turn of events, McDonald's plans to phase out
self-serve soda machines in the coming years. Michael explains why this
is symptomatic of much larger societal issues.
https://youtu.be/PY3CnlW-7wY?si=BhKrD5bnEt_F9Ye_
OK, more people are doing delivery, so the self serve fountain
drinks wouldn't be used. But what of those people who still dine in
the restaurant?
If people are stealing drinks, deal with each person as it
happens.
Fountain drinks are one of the biggest profit makers. Each glass
costs a few cents. Sure, each refill reduces the overall profit, but
is it really enough to matter?
Some places charge 25 cents for refills, or at least they once did.
It
could still be behind the counter even if it's free to refill.
On Sat, 9 May 2026 06:34:40 -0400, The True Melissa <thetruemelissa@gmail.com> wrote:
Verily, in article <sestvkdbptb39gu0a148c1ps0qajhoe00i@4ax.com>, did
Kenito@Benito.Het deliver unto us this message:
On Fri, 08 May 2026 20:30:41 -0400, Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net>
wrote:
In a surprisingly sad turn of events, McDonald's plans to phase out
self-serve soda machines in the coming years. Michael explains why this >>> >is symptomatic of much larger societal issues.
https://youtu.be/PY3CnlW-7wY?si=BhKrD5bnEt_F9Ye_
OK, more people are doing delivery, so the self serve fountain
drinks wouldn't be used. But what of those people who still dine in
the restaurant?
If people are stealing drinks, deal with each person as it
happens.
Fountain drinks are one of the biggest profit makers. Each glass
costs a few cents. Sure, each refill reduces the overall profit, but
is it really enough to matter?
Some places charge 25 cents for refills, or at least they once did.
Last I knew, and it has been a long time, McDonald's offered free refills. I don't know if this will remain with the removal of the self
serve dispensers.
On Sat, 9 May 2026 06:34:40 -0400, The True Melissa <thetruemelissa@gmail.com> wrote:If there are no free refills, I won't ever buy a soft drink. Ever. You
Verily, in article <sestvkdbptb39gu0a148c1ps0qajhoe00i@4ax.com>, did
Kenito@Benito.Het deliver unto us this message:
On Fri, 08 May 2026 20:30:41 -0400, Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net>
wrote:
In a surprisingly sad turn of events, McDonald's plans to phase out
self-serve soda machines in the coming years. Michael explains why this >>>> is symptomatic of much larger societal issues.
https://youtu.be/PY3CnlW-7wY?si=BhKrD5bnEt_F9Ye_
OK, more people are doing delivery, so the self serve fountain
drinks wouldn't be used. But what of those people who still dine in
the restaurant?
If people are stealing drinks, deal with each person as it
happens.
Fountain drinks are one of the biggest profit makers. Each glass
costs a few cents. Sure, each refill reduces the overall profit, but
is it really enough to matter?
Some places charge 25 cents for refills, or at least they once did.
Last I knew, and it has been a long time, McDonald's offered free refills. I don't know if this will remain with the removal of the self
serve dispensers.
It
could still be behind the counter even if it's free to refill.
Yes. Just not as convenient.
On May 10, 2026 at 1:31:49 AM PDT, "KenitoBenito" <Kenito@Benito.Het> wrote:
On Sat, 9 May 2026 06:34:40 -0400, The True Melissa
<thetruemelissa@gmail.com> wrote:
Verily, in article <sestvkdbptb39gu0a148c1ps0qajhoe00i@4ax.com>, did
Kenito@Benito.Het deliver unto us this message:
On Fri, 08 May 2026 20:30:41 -0400, Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net>
wrote:
In a surprisingly sad turn of events, McDonald's plans to phase out >>>> >self-serve soda machines in the coming years. Michael explains why this >>>> >is symptomatic of much larger societal issues.
https://youtu.be/PY3CnlW-7wY?si=BhKrD5bnEt_F9Ye_
OK, more people are doing delivery, so the self serve fountain
drinks wouldn't be used. But what of those people who still dine in
the restaurant?
If people are stealing drinks, deal with each person as it
happens.
Fountain drinks are one of the biggest profit makers. Each glass >>>> costs a few cents. Sure, each refill reduces the overall profit, but
is it really enough to matter?
Some places charge 25 cents for refills, or at least they once did.
Last I knew, and it has been a long time, McDonald's offered free
refills. I don't know if this will remain with the removal of the self
serve dispensers.
Chick-fil-a hides all its drink dispensers behind the counter but will still >refill for free if you take your cup up and ask for one.
Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net> wrote:
In a surprisingly sad turn of events, McDonald's plans to phase out >>self-serve soda machines in the coming years. Michael explains why this
is symptomatic of much larger societal issues.
https://youtu.be/PY3CnlW-7wY?si=BhKrD5bnEt_F9Ye_
OK, more people are doing delivery, so the self serve fountain
drinks wouldn't be used. But what of those people who still dine in
the restaurant?
If people are stealing drinks, deal with each person as it
happens.
Fountain drinks are one of the biggest profit makers. Each glass
costs a few cents. Sure, each refill reduces the overall profit, but
is it really enough to matter?
Kenito@Benito.Het wrote:
Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net> wrote:
In a surprisingly sad turn of events, McDonald's plans to phase out >>>self-serve soda machines in the coming years. Michael explains why this >>>is symptomatic of much larger societal issues.
https://youtu.be/PY3CnlW-7wY?si=BhKrD5bnEt_F9Ye_
OK, more people are doing delivery, so the self serve fountain
drinks wouldn't be used. But what of those people who still dine in
the restaurant?
If people are stealing drinks, deal with each person as it
happens.
Fountain drinks are one of the biggest profit makers. Each glass
costs a few cents. Sure, each refill reduces the overall profit, but
is it really enough to matter?
I susopect the real reason is rampant theft, that is, people walking
in and filling their big thermoses and then leaving without making a >purchase.
Kenito@Benito.Het did deliver unto us this message:
Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net> wrote:
In a surprisingly sad turn of events, McDonald's plans to phase out
self-serve soda machines in the coming years. Michael explains why this >>> is symptomatic of much larger societal issues.
https://youtu.be/PY3CnlW-7wY?si=BhKrD5bnEt_F9Ye_
OK, more people are doing delivery, so the self serve fountain
drinks wouldn't be used. But what of those people who still dine
in the restaurant? If people are stealing drinks, deal with each
person as it happens. Fountain drinks are one of the biggest profit
makers. Each glass costs a few cents. Sure, each refill reduces the
overall profit, but is it really enough to matter?
Some places charge 25 cents for refills, or at least they once did. It
could still be behind the counter even if it's free to refill.
Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net> wrote:
Kenito@Benito.Het wrote:
Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net> wrote:
In a surprisingly sad turn of events, McDonald's plans to phase out >>>>self-serve soda machines in the coming years. Michael explains why this >>>>is symptomatic of much larger societal issues.
https://youtu.be/PY3CnlW-7wY?si=BhKrD5bnEt_F9Ye_
OK, more people are doing delivery, so the self serve fountain
drinks wouldn't be used. But what of those people who still dine in
the restaurant?
If people are stealing drinks, deal with each person as it
happens.
Fountain drinks are one of the biggest profit makers. Each glass
costs a few cents. Sure, each refill reduces the overall profit, but
is it really enough to matter?
I susopect the real reason is rampant theft, that is, people walking
in and filling their big thermoses and then leaving without making a >>purchase.
That would be rather brazen of them.
thetruemelissa@gmail.com wrote:
Kenito@Benito.Het did deliver unto us this message:
Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net> wrote:
In a surprisingly sad turn of events, McDonald's plans to phase out
self-serve soda machines in the coming years. Michael explains why this >>>> is symptomatic of much larger societal issues.
https://youtu.be/PY3CnlW-7wY?si=BhKrD5bnEt_F9Ye_
OK, more people are doing delivery, so the self serve fountain
drinks wouldn't be used. But what of those people who still dine
in the restaurant? If people are stealing drinks, deal with each
person as it happens. Fountain drinks are one of the biggest profit
makers. Each glass costs a few cents. Sure, each refill reduces the
overall profit, but is it really enough to matter?
Some places charge 25 cents for refills, or at least they once did. It >>could still be behind the counter even if it's free to refill.
On the positive side, maybe people will drink less soda?
Kenito@Benito.Het wrote:
Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net> wrote:
Kenito@Benito.Het wrote:
Ubiquitous <weberm@polaris.net> wrote:
In a surprisingly sad turn of events, McDonald's plans to phase out >>>>>self-serve soda machines in the coming years. Michael explains why this >>>>>is symptomatic of much larger societal issues.
https://youtu.be/PY3CnlW-7wY?si=BhKrD5bnEt_F9Ye_
OK, more people are doing delivery, so the self serve fountain
drinks wouldn't be used. But what of those people who still dine in
the restaurant?
If people are stealing drinks, deal with each person as it
happens.
Fountain drinks are one of the biggest profit makers. Each glass
costs a few cents. Sure, each refill reduces the overall profit, but
is it really enough to matter?
I susopect the real reason is rampant theft, that is, people walking
in and filling their big thermoses and then leaving without making a >>>purchase.
That would be rather brazen of them.
It happens a LOT.
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