In this episode, Victor Varnado, KSN, and Rachel Teichman, LMSW, dig into the history and surprising details of candy corn, the colorful Halloween staple. Originally called "chicken feed," this sweet treat has been around since the 1880s and was designed to look like kernels of corn. Rachel shares how the candy’s tri-color design makes it unique, while Victor explores how it's become one of the most debated candies in the U.S. Listen in as they uncover what keeps candy corn a beloved yet controversial Halloween classic!
Produced and hosted by Victor Varnado & Rachel Teichman
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