The art of bargaining is dead, at least in America. Yet one beloved area bagel chain promises that services are negotiable. Now no one knows the allure of a catchy, meaningless rhyme more than the FM staff, but could this truly be a sham? Can an honest man finagle nothing these days? FM investigates.
Take 1
Fifteen Minutes: Hi, can I have a free bagel?
Finagle A Bagel: Ummm...what?
FM: Can I have a bagel for free?
FB: You have to pay just like everyone else.
Take 2
FM: Hi, can I have a free bagel?
FB: No.
FM: How about a cinnamon stick?
FB: No.
FM: Stick?
FB: What?
FM: Stick.
FB: Why are you saying that?
FM: Stick!!!
FB: Do you want me to call to [sic] police?
FM: Yes. I mean no.
Take 3
FM: Hi, do you like chocolate?
FB: Yes.
FM: Do you like music?
FB: Yes.
FM: Do you like money?
FB: Yes.
FM: Can I have a free bagel?
FB: Yes. I mean no. You have to pay just like everyone else.
