S4·E41 The Wobbly History Of Jell-O

There’s always room for Jell-O. It’s the only food that somehow exists in equal abundance at preschools, hospitals, jails, and frat parties. But before it became a college drinking tradition or the mysterious side dish at your grandma’s Thanksgiving table, it was a simple, affordable dessert that promised elegance without the effort. So how did this tremulous treat become one of the most popular products in the history of… well, ever?