How "Pizza Index" Became the Internet's Favorite War Predictor
When Israel struck Iran on June 13, Reddit detectives spotted a clue 24 hours earlier: Wiseguy Pizza near the Pentagon was slammed with orders—while bars stood empty. Google Maps showed the shop's status as "extremely busy". Hours later, missiles flew.
It's not a CIA gadget. It's this simple:
| Crisis Event | Pizza Proof (via Domino's/Wiseguy) | MemeWorthy Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 Gulf War | White House orders jumped 250% (125 pizzas/day vs. 50) | Staff chowed down between missile briefings 💥 |
| 2024 Israel-Iran Strike | Arlington shops overloaded; bars deserted | Twitter trend #PizzaOverParties →🍕 |
| O.J. Simpson Verdict | Zero orders during live broadcast (1995) | Nation too glued to TVs to eat |
Wiseguy Pizza (Arlington)Domino's on S Ball St "RIP live data" (last seen offline Aug '24)Even the Pentagon admits:
Yet when Pizza Meter spiked before 4 of the last 5 conflicts? "Coincidence? I think NOT." — Reddit user @GeopoliticsGuru