In the realm of fast-food restaurants, McDonald's stands as an iconic symbol of American culture and entrepreneurship. Founded in 1940 by Richard and Maurice McDonald as a barbecue restaurant in San Bernardino, California, McDonald's has evolved into the largest fast-food chain in the world. In this episodeMcDonald's: From Barbecue Joint to Global Fast-Food Icon, we will explore the origins of McDonald's, the challenges it faced along the way, its unique business model, and how it became the global behemoth it is today.