Bean theory

The bean theory is the idea that the chrome bean sculpture in Chicago was built by an unknown artist but when he was finished he was trapped in the bean by locals because he was a tourist. The only way to save him is to take his place. All you have to do is find the secret door to get in. Or use a hammer.

Sturgis: hey man what are you learning about in your black history class.

Katrina: you know, the basics like the bean theory and slavery and stuff.

Bean theory by LuckyJester March 19, 2010

Bean soup theory

The bean soup theory describes how people often interpret content through a self-centered lens, assuming it applies to them even when it doesn't.

A TikTok user shared a 7-bean soup recipe, prompting comments like "What if I don't like beans?" and "Can I substitute beans?" Causing a “bean soup theory”

Bean soup theory by Monkeygirlll December 17, 2025