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The Unlikely Origins Of Jell-O
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Jell-O's popularity boomed in America thanks to a smart marketing strategy led by a traveling salesman and a funny radio ad from Jack Benny. The product was initially created for medicinal purposes by a carpenter in the late 1800s.
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Learn about the origins of Jell-O, how it was marketed as a dessert, and the history of the Jell-O mold.
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Jell-O
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Learn about the origins of Jell-O, how it was marketed as a dessert, and the history of the Jell-O mold.
ChapterThe Unlikely Origins Of Jell-O
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Jell-O started out with only four flavors but later expanded with the help of advertising, including a famous radio ad from Jack Benny.
28:19 - 29:15 (00:56)
Jell-O
Summary
Jell-O started out with only four flavors but later expanded with the help of advertising, including a famous radio ad from Jack Benny. Initially, chocolate flavoring did not go over well, but after reformulating into pudding and adding milk, Jell-O was able to create a successful line of puddings, including fan-favorite butterscotch.