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The History of Candy Corn and the Man Who Invented It
12:16 - 16:22 (04:05)
This transcript discusses the history of candy corn and the man who invented it, including the struggles he faced in the Great Depression. The speaker also expresses their personal dislike of candy corn while giving credit to the inventor's brother for the company's eventual success.
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The hosts discuss the controversial topic of candy corn and its Halloween counterpart, candy pumpkins.
12:16 - 12:52 (00:36)
Summary
The hosts discuss the controversial topic of candy corn and its Halloween counterpart, candy pumpkins. They debate whether candy pumpkins are any different from candy corn, with one host arguing that they are just a larger piece of the same candy.
ChapterThe History of Candy Corn and the Man Who Invented It
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On a recent trip to a Chinese street food restaurant in Portland, the hosts discuss their love for a dish of corn, fried batter, green onions, and cilantro.
12:52 - 14:01 (01:08)
Summary
On a recent trip to a Chinese street food restaurant in Portland, the hosts discuss their love for a dish of corn, fried batter, green onions, and cilantro. However, the conversation takes a comedic turn with a reference to Bob Welch's disdain for the idea of living with a Chinese national.
ChapterThe History of Candy Corn and the Man Who Invented It
EpisodePart One: How The John Birch Society Invented The Modern Far Right
PodcastBehind the Bastards
This podcast episode explores the story of a man who tried to start two candy companies during the Great Depression, but both failed due to lack of disposable income.
14:01 - 15:24 (01:22)
Summary
This podcast episode explores the story of a man who tried to start two candy companies during the Great Depression, but both failed due to lack of disposable income. He eventually gets a job with his younger brother who is more successful in the candy business.
ChapterThe History of Candy Corn and the Man Who Invented It
EpisodePart One: How The John Birch Society Invented The Modern Far Right
PodcastBehind the Bastards
After years of failed candy companies, Robert Welch finally found success when he latched onto his brother's business.
15:24 - 16:22 (00:57)
Summary
After years of failed candy companies, Robert Welch finally found success when he latched onto his brother's business. He became VP in charge of sales and advertising which led to him traveling across the country and racking up positions on government boards, ultimately becoming a national counselor for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.