For something so closely tied to Christmas — whose very image and flavor is practically synonymous with the season — it may be surprising to realize that origins of candy canes are something of a sweet mystery.
Thanks to Kirk Vashaw, CEO of Spangler Candy Company, for appearing in this episode.
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Music in this episode * Shooting Star — Dexter Britain, via Free Music Archive * Gentle Marimbas — Podington Bear, via Free Music Archive * Early Morning Snow— Chuck Brown, via Feels Like Christmas * Christmas Eve — Borrtex, via Free Music Archive * Wish Background — Kevin MacLeod via Incompetech