Chapter
The Successful Businessman Who Wasn't Good At Selling Candy
21:37 - 25:20 (03:42)
Despite not being a great business owner or candy salesman, this man excelled on the board of major candy industry companies, likely due to his ability to charm other successful businessmen. In 1947, he was awarded the Kettle Award by Candy Industry Magazine.
Clips
The story of a candy man turned military advisor who was known for being great at getting other rich businessmen to like him.
21:37 - 24:05 (02:27)
Business
Summary
The story of a candy man turned military advisor who was known for being great at getting other rich businessmen to like him.
ChapterThe Successful Businessman Who Wasn't Good At Selling Candy
EpisodePart One: How The John Birch Society Invented The Modern Far Right
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The ability to schmooze and organize people seemed to be Robert Welsh's strengths, leading to him winning the Kettle Award.
24:05 - 25:20 (01:15)
awards
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The ability to schmooze and organize people seemed to be Robert Welsh's strengths, leading to him winning the Kettle Award. Similar awards have been given to the likes of Tom Hanks for his performances in Forrest Gump.