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S5·E6 Penny Candy Craze

Core Aired March 31, 2024
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Synopsis

In the early 1900s, an underestimated confectioner creates the first wrapped penny candy--the Tootsie Roll. Meanwhile, an unemployed salesman transforms medicinal hard candy into a fruit flavored, multipack designed purely for fun with Tropical Charms. The two go on to kickstart an entire industry of nationally branded candies and transform the lollipop into a global icon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 5 Episode 6 of The Food That Built America air?

Season 5, Episode 6 ('Penny Candy Craze') originally aired on March 31, 2024.

How long is Season 5 Episode 6 ('Penny Candy Craze')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for The Food That Built America.

What happens in The Food That Built America Season 5 Episode 6?

In the early 1900s, an underestimated confectioner creates the first wrapped penny candy--the Tootsie Roll. Meanwhile, an unemployed salesman transforms medicinal hard candy into a fruit flavored, multipack designed purely for fun with Tropical Charms. The two go on to kickstart an entire industry o...

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