Episode 33: Snickers vs Milky Way
In this episode, we debate which is better, Snickers or Milky Way? Listen now using the player below: Thanks for listening! Show Notes What We’re Sweet On (starts at 00:20) Trolli Evil Twins Amarelli...
View ArticleEpisode 34: Mike and Ike
Mike and Ike are ubiquitous and dependable and come in a surprisingly wide variety of flavor mixes. We talk about the many varieties and our love for these little chewy candies. Listen now using the...
View ArticleEpisode 35: Whatchamacallit
Hershey’s Whatchamacallit isn’t as popular as other Hershey’s candy bars, but it’s been around for almost 40 years. In this episode we talk about its history, advertising, packaging, and its cousin,...
View ArticleEpisode 36: Kit Kat
In this episode we discuss everyones’ favorite chocolate-covered wafer bar — Kit Kat. We talk about its history, the differences between Nestle’s Kit Kat and Hershey’s Kit Kat, advertising, how we eat...
View ArticleEpisode 37: Lemonheads
The Lemonhead is a classic sweet and sour candy. The Ferrara Candy Company has been making them for over 50 years. In this episode, we share our thoughts about the lemon candy with a hard candy core in...
View ArticleEpisode 38: Now and Later
The first Now and Later bar was produced in 1962. Its name was meant to suggest to customers that they eat some of the taffy squares right away and save the rest for another time. In this episode, we...
View ArticleEpisode 39: New Products at the 2016 Sweets & Snacks Expo
Every May, the Sweets & Snacks Expo is held in Chicago. It’s America’s largest confectionery trade show. Hundreds of companies from around the country display their goodies for retailers and the...
View ArticleEpisode 40: Trends at the 2016 Sweets & Snacks Expo
In the last episode we talked about new products at the 2016 Sweet & Snacks Expo. In this episode we discuss some of the trends we noticed at the trade show. Listen now using the player below:...
View ArticleEpisode 41: Mango Madness
Mango is the hot flavor this summer. In this episode we talk about our favorite mango candy and discuss what other flavors go with the tropical fruit. Listen now using the player below: Thanks for...
View ArticleEpisode 42: Summertime Candies
Candy can be eaten throughout the year, but there are issues with some candy when the weather gets warmer. In this episode, we discuss what makes a candy summer-safe and share our favorites. Listen now...
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