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The Sweet and Surprising History of PEZ Candy

The Sweet and Surprising History of PEZ Candy

Update: 2025-06-10
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On this episode of Our American Stories, PEZ found great success in its native Austria but struggled when it first entered the American market. Shawn Peterson, author of PEZ: From Austrian Invention to American Icon, shares the fascinating story of how this quirky manual candy dispenser evolved into a beloved pop culture phenomenon.

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The Sweet and Surprising History of PEZ Candy

The Sweet and Surprising History of PEZ Candy

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