I Got a Golden Ticket to Taco Bell's Headquarters

Sometimes you eat Taco Bell for 30 days straight, and the next thing you know, you're sitting down with the CEO. This is the story of my trip to the Taco Bell headquarters in California to get a private tour, meet with Mark King (the CEO of Taco Bell), and taste test some new items in the Taco Bell Test Kitchen.
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[@therealsamreid]

If anyone’s curious, here’s the link to the podcast episode we recorded while I was there! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/taco-bells-recipe-for-restless-creativity/id1556480048

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Just give it time man, this kind of context on a channel doesn’t stay small for long, stay consistent and you are gonna be big soon

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Depends how worthy they are 😭💴🤡🧌

[@pummer]

Sam out here doing more work than the actual TBell marketers that get paid the big bucks.

[@coilshredder]

Sam is one of those youtubers where you don't understand why they aren't way bigger with how well made, entertaining, and interesting all the content is

[@thatllwork_official]

The time and effort that goes into these videos is incredible. Keep up the great work Sam! 💪

[@therealsamreid]

Thanks Mike!! You’re the man

[@Twitchyteen]

The Volcano menu?! F I N A L L Y!!!! Thats what ive wanted to come back for years - I'm so excited

[@therealsamreid]

The rumors are true!!!!

[@TrekkieBrie]

I'm still shocked how few subscribers you have. You deserve so many more and I really hope your channel takes off. Your content is so entertaining!

[@DavidS22003]

Are you the same sam reid that signed avril levine to a record contract with justin beaver in 2004

[@Frankyboy07]

Found this channel due to the 5k Krispy Kreme run and it's great seeing the content you're putting out. Keep up the great videos!

[@therealsamreid]

Thanks Francisco! Appreciate you being here!

[@trollzone1]

@@therealsamreid how tall are you

[@MattXShaver]

This was so much fun, thanks for bringing me along Sam! Amazing job with the edit too. Can’t wait until people hear about the top secret products we tried 😋

[@therealsamreid]

The real MVP right here!!! Thanks for helping me not to fall into the river of Nacho Cheese

[@leafofguam]

Every time there is a new Sam Reid episode I check the sub count and am flabbergasted that it hasn't ballooned to 300,000+ yet. It'll come, keep chasing dreams and thanks for the content.

[@kwest1realbadman967]

Sam duuude! Congratulations on the recognition from Taco Bell HQ, this is fkn awesome. I'm surprised the channel hasn't got pushed more by KZbin, you're content is soo good.

[@justkubz]

So awesome to have seen this journey continue! Can't wait to see what's in store next!

[@its_pl0152]

I’m glad you got the recognition you deserve man. Waiting to watch this channel get huge!

[@Nightblade7]

This whole Journey has been a crazy one! Can't wait to see what you got cooking up

[@TaylorTheHater]

This is pretty epic and inspirational as a content creator. Just keep grinding cuz you never know what will happen. The CEO of Taco Bell might see your video lol.

[@dylanshea5765]

Im putting in my application to be a Taco Bell Oompa Loompa once youre CEO

[@therealsamreid]

🤣 you're hired!!!

[@ItsGage]

This is so cool to see! Keep at it Sam, your context is going to keep growing for sure! 🙏

[@dustyreynolds4225]

This was just awesome! You seem like a wonderful nice human and you deserve to rise about 1 million viewers : )

[@joebob5482]

I’m so very happy you are getting the recognition you deserve. You make genuinely enjoyable content and put a lot of work into these video and I appreciate it!

[@musicwithvishnu]

Rooting for you bro!! You’re making amazing, wholesome content. Like Rhett and Link kinda, but one person

[@taylorharrison5243]

This literally made me cry! I am just so happy for you and big things are coming!!!!

[@kevinhagenlocher3050]

Yeah, you're gonna have 500k in no time. Seriously well put together videos, with content and humor on point. I've been watching since the 30 day challenge - you're going places!

[@therealsamreid]

Thanks Kevin!!! Appreciate the kind words.

[@isaiahvilla6908]

Such hard work by Sam to go and make this video! Definitely deserves waaay more views.

[@kmackblack]

Been saying it on every video but you deserve so much success! Can’t wait to watch you climb. I watch like and comment on every video. This was such a cool one. Your recognition in any capacity is so well earned.

[@charlesw7397]

Awesome that they did this for you! I have it maybe twice a year but Taco Bell is definitely one of the GOAT's of the fast food world. Also congrats on the growth of the channel! I found you through the Taco Bell video. I've been wanting to start a channel for a few months and have started doing some research for my first few videos and seeing channels like yours start to blow up gives me hope that it's not too late to start lol

[@alexah12]

Congrats, Sam! I discovered your channel due to the 30 Days Taco Bell challenge, that was so entertaining! Keep up the great content!

[@Faythe1981]

Congratulations on your tour of the Taco Bell HQ and Test Kitchen! All that hard work you did in the 30 day challenge is really paying off and you deserve it!

[@judahrue6793]

youre kind of a legend man. I just want to say, that as long as you're making interesting and creative fast food videos like this, I'll definitely keep coming back! A lot of youtubers make one good video and then fall off when they don't realize why they got big in the first place. I love your content and it's crazy awesome that you got to go to the headquarters lol

[@jvever4904]

I'm still so happy for you that you got invited to the headquarters and met so many important people! This was a fun video to watch too. Keep it up!

[@ButIer]

So happy to watch your journey from the start Sam

[@LilJollyJoker]

As a long time Taco Bell lover, this channel and video is a work of art!

[@blondegal570]

So grateful you did a follow up. Them inviting you is so awesome!

[@davidadamson9469]

This looked so fun! Very cool to see the big wigs at a company as big as Taco Bell being so friendly and welcoming. What an adventure!

[@chrisbryan89]

Great content! Loved the documentary and super awesome they brought you out.

[@willc9224]

Idk how this channel isn’t bigger the content is top tier 👌

[@Efinem3787]

great video Sam!!! cant wait till the next season and to watch your channel grow

[@BatBeardGames]

The Yt algorithm pushed your documentary to me yesterday and I watched it as a fan of Taco Bell. This followup is just as good quality. Keep this up and you'll have huge Subscriber growth, no doubt.

[@trippwickardwesley226]

Love your content Sam! You are awesome! It won’t be long before you hit 1M!

[@kagb86]

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[@callsign_actual]

Good for you! I’m happy you’re doing stuff you love.

[@robb1267]

Bruh, you're crushing it! So glad to see you getting recognition, and hopefully more! Every chance I get, I tell people about your channel/videos.

[@therealsamreid]

Appreciate that!! Thanks for being here!

[@alejandropena9650]

Great video Sam. Looking forward to Season 5. ¡Salud!

[@davidweddle4923]

I'm happy to be a new subscriber. The algorithm recommended your taco bell challenge video to me one night last week and I've watched a few others since then. I look forward to seeing what you create next. Congrats on your success so far and for this trip out to Taco Bell HQ - I'm sure that was really exciting for you.

[@smckearin]

Dude, the documentary was super cool and what an awesome follow up trip! Must’ve felt like icing on the cake!

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This type of stuff makes KZbin fun. Your videos always make me feel all warm and fuzzy

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At it again with another banger. Can't wait for you to hit a million subscribers. Keep it up and I'm sure it'll happen alot sooner than you think.

[@shelliewass942]

This rules. I love seeing the behind the scenes of Taco Bell HQ! The test kitchen seems so cool.

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Been binge watching your videos the passed 3 hours and already like your content and videos. Great job!

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Rapidly becoming my favorite channel on the platform. This comment section is full of folks echoing praises and for good reason! There’s such a genuine, kind spirit in each video couple with fun ideas and great editing that really stands out from the rest! Keep up the great work Sam 💯

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I watched 4 of your videos and then ended up subbing Just keep up the good work. People will respond to consistently well made content with your brand of silliness and celebration of life!

[@msk-g3783]

Love this channel. Krispy kreme episode and taco bell have been my favorites so far! But love it all.

[@matthewkesler4254]

Love the recognition you're getting! So many years of hard work. Excited for what's to come!!

[@therealsamreid]

Thanks Matt!!

[@CUB3Jsg22]

This is incredible! I wish I knew you were going because I would've told you to tell them to bring back the Cool Ranch Doritios Locos Taco! Love Taco Bell.

[@joeyphillips6597]

I just found your channel last night and watched nearly everything on it. Keep up the good work!

[@Lrix]

bruh, i watched the 5 boroughs of ny challenge like an hour ago, then watched your taco bell documentary. i genuinely don't understand how you have only 57k subs. you have such high quality stuff. i'm gonna be here all night going through the rest of your stuff. great job.

[@PrestonGriffin]

This video was so SPECIAL! It had me laughing, it left me feeling inspired to chase my dreams, and I even had chills at one point! Love you so much bro! Keep going! You're crushing it!

[@therealsamreid]

You’re the man Preston!!

[@joshhan1214]

Another fabulous video Sam!! The Charlie and Chocolate factory bit was so good. And I did notice your Dwight/Michael sprint in front of the office!

[@therealsamreid]

Haha I appreciate you catching that!!

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I’ve been watching for a couple months now and every time I see your subscriber count it shocks me a little bit. You’re gonna make it big man.

[@thetnissen]

dope stuff! I love taco bell, had to have been an amazing experience. cheers mate!

[@jaredf3381]

Congratulations man!! Keep up the solid work

[@calebslife6893]

I think this is your best video yet bro!! Unreal!!!!

[@gamesaregood9904]

Your journey is awesome and inspirational. Also love to see you rocking the press publish merch

[@therealsamreid]

Gotta represent 🫡

[@clandestinecoherence]

congrats! all your hard work has really paid off

[@dennisflonasal]

really proud of you man, keep up the hard work

[@rudyinvegas]

Earned a big fan today, I'll be watching/Waiting for season 5!

[@therealsamreid]

Thanks Rudy!!

[@anthonyizquierdo5467]

What an awesome and amazing experience. Happy for you Sam! Looking forward to the great content coming in the future!

[@therealsamreid]

Thanks Anthony!!

[@shuckles4101]

HOW IS THIS MAN NOT VIRAL. Keep it up bro. This is amazing content.

[@joeyAP200k]

Cant wait to see you blow up bro I actually like taco bell sm too😂 but dude your personality is funny and authenticity is great hope you do see success with the channel also best wings in san diego? I live there cant wait to see

[@gravity3268]

I didn't realize you only got 5,000 views, I thought you were crazy popular! you have great production quality, keep it up!!!

[@jasonhughes8986]

I saw your interview on the app and watched your 30 days of Taco Bell video. Been binge watching your channel ever since. Your content is very well done. I'm an instant fan.

[@therealsamreid]

That’s awesome!! Thanks for saying that and thanks for being here!

[@tennykerry]

This is awesome, congrats brother

[@Landon.trippy]

The level of dedication to my favorite quality restaurant of all time makes me so happy- Stay up man you deserve the world

[@pinkpandamiranda]

I am loving the "I believe in a thing called love" playing over the tour omg

[@hawkatsea]

I've just discovered the channel, and while I love TB, I subscribed the instant you sprinted in front of Dunder Mifflin in your top L.A. montage.

[@Xand_]

Hey you came to Pacific Beach! That's awesome, looking forward to that episode

[@BYOBB12]

Just found your channel and binging through. Great stuff!

[@therealsamreid]

Thanks for being here!!

[@zefwiz]

Dude, I never comment on youtube… But, I want to tell you how much I enjoy your videos and I know for a fact it’s only a matter of time before you BLOW UP! This was so cool of Taco Bell to do. Much love and see you at the top!

[@therealsamreid]

Thanks Logan!! Appreciate you saying that.

[@gcfun]

Yay Sam! Congrats man, I love it!

[@matthewpordum4053]

Genius ! Bravo my good man, Bravo ! What an awesome effort and success !

[@Flyinpanda]

I have never been so jealous of any youtuber until this moment congrats dude

[@alyssaeriksen8332]

I love how humble he is! 😭 way to go though, this is actually really exciting 😂

[@bisket2003]

Just watched the DCO and it now has 1.3MILLION views! Killer work hoss. BTW, if you still have some pull at the Taco Bell, PLEASE have them bring the Volcano menu items back!!! hahahah

[@therealsamreid]

Volcano menu returning June 29!!!

[@Miss_Laylay]

Always putting out top notch content Sam, keep it up

[@ryangriffith33]

They brought you out for good reason! Since watching your 30 day documentary and your best bang-for-you-buck value menu videos, I have consistently eaten more taco bell

[@therealsamreid]

That’s high praise!!

[@jonsfoster]

This is awesome man. Keep going!

[@vindelanda]

Keep making great content! Your channel is incredibly entertaining and fun.

[@therealsamreid]

Thanks so much!!

[@Gimmick_]

Glad to be here before 50k! Keep up the great work Sam.

[@meresteciuk9197]

I love your videos!! Here before you get famous

[@kimberlyrobbins7699]

Go Sam!!!!!!! You’re awesome, so glad we got to watch this experience!!!

[@therealsamreid]

🤗

[@mistermarlett]

I love this channel, keep up the great work Sam

[@kevinlove_]

keep crushin it sam! so stoked for the volcano menu return

[@joeltorres5549]

It’s crazy I remember watching the video Thinking man this content is amazing and seeing you barely had 2k subs. I’m glad the Chanel is growing more you deserved it for the amount of work and passion put into your videos 🎉

[@therealsamreid]

Thanks for being here!!

[@benpace8860]

Congrats man, getting to visit a place I've always hoped to visit in my lifetime at some point

[@SteveYalo]

Sam, your videos are top tier. I'm excited to watch this channel blow upppppp!!!

[@therealsamreid]

Thanks Steve!! Appreciate you saying that

[@jaibinmathew1323]

The "Press Publish" shirt is a nice touch. You're definitely putting in the work, and you've got quality. Can't wait to see what you do next

[@therealsamreid]

Appreciate you saying that!

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Such high quality content!

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So cool to see this Sam, you are literally the coolest!

[@therealsamreid]

Thanks Maddie!!!!

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amazing content man! Keep it up!

[@angelrose4831]

Dude, this is so dang cool. I’m also from Lexington so I recognized the Taco Bell you went to in the last video almost immediately but then I second guessed myself because I was like there’s no way someone from my area is doing big things like this lol. Congrats dude, this is so dope. Can’t wait for your future videos!

[@therealsamreid]

Haha that’s awesome. Appreciate you watching!!!

[@teddyturner2006]

Man the editing on these videos is awesome