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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Cheeseburger Josh” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21300 of the collection, and the 294th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Cheeseburger Josh” meme mean?
This format refers to someone who deliberately provokes an altercation or acts aggressively toward service staff, only to suffer rapid and humiliating physical dominance. It illustrates the idea that stupid provocations lead to immediate and violent consequences. The associated emotion is often laughter at the disproportionate reaction to the initial insult.
Where does the “Cheeseburger Josh” meme come from?
The incident occurred on March 18, 2010, around 3:18 AM, during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, at a Whataburger restaurant in Austin, Texas. Joshua Ace Moll harassed staff regarding a cheeseburger. Joe Guichebarou, a beginner in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, intervened and threw Moll to the ground, immobilizing him with an armbar. The video was uploaded to YouTube on March 27, 2010, titled Cheeseburger Josh – Whataburger Fight by the channel Draculino GB Texas Jiu-Jitsu. The original upload was later removed. Guichebarou posted a response video on April 2, 2010. The two men later appeared together in the KLBJ radio studios on April 7, 2010.
- March 18, 2010Filmed confrontation at a Whataburger in Austin between Joshua Moll and Joe Guichebarou.
- March 27, 2010Upload of the original video to YouTube by the Draculino GB Texas Jiu-Jitsu channel.
- April 2, 2010Publication of a response video by Joe Guichebarou on the same platforms.
- April 7, 2010Joint appearance of Joshua Moll and Joe Guichebarou in the KLBJ radio studios.
How to use the “Cheeseburger Josh” meme
- Share the video when discussing the quick consequences of aggressive behavior in public spaces.
- Use the term to describe someone who looks for a fight but gets quickly neutralized.
- Cite this incident as a classic example of martial arts-based physical control.
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The “Cheeseburger Josh” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21300 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 70/100 · #294 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Cheeseburger Josh” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Cheeseburger Josh comes out of the Memes World series 71 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What does Cheeseburger Josh mean?
It refers to a viral meme based on a 2010 video showing Joshua Moll subdued by Joe Guichebarou after harassing restaurant staff.
Who is Cheeseburger Josh?
Joshua Moll, nicknamed thus, is the man who provoked the altercation in the Texas restaurant before being tackled by a jiu-jitsu practitioner.
Where does the Cheeseburger Josh video come from?
It was filmed on March 18, 2010, in Austin and uploaded to YouTube on March 27, 2010, by Joe Guichebarou's jiu-jitsu channel.
What does Cheeseburger Josh signify?
The term points to a person who provokes an unnecessary altercation and suffers rapid physical dominance as direct consequence.
How do I get the Cheeseburger Josh meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Cheeseburger Josh” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Cheeseburger Josh card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: ‘Cheeseburger Josh’ in a TapouT tee vs. Jiu-Jitsu Joe at Whataburger · Cheeseburger Josh | Know Your Meme · Cheeseburger Josh - Whataburger Fight · checked on October 13, 2026.
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