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June 30, 2022 40 mins

Hello everyone and welcome back to Wait, What! Why? The podcast that ponders the origins behind the things we do. Thank you for taking the time to join us today as we discuss the origins of America's favorite summer treat, S’mores!

Today we look at the origins behind the three ingredients of S'mores, marshmallow, chocolate, and Graham crackers. Did you know there is actually a Mallow Plant? Did you know that Milton Hershey almost didn't live long enough to make the famous chocolate bar that we all love? Find out the shocking history behind the delicious graham cracker and more on this week's episode, "Turning Frowns Upside Down."

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