Listen "Episode 14 - Switzer Candy"
Episode Synopsis
Episode 14 of Show-Me History traces the rise and fall—and eventual rebirth—of the Switzer Candy Company, a quintessential story of the American dream. It begins with two immigrant families, the Switzers and Murphys. The story celebrates resilience, family ties, and the enduring charm of candy.
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We can be reached at [email protected], on Facebook at facebook.com/showmehistorystl, or on Twitter at twitter.com/ShowMe_History.
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