Show notes
Patrick Murphy has spent the past 30 years producing television programs for PBS, both locally and nationally. A five-time Emmy award winner, he has created documentaries, weekly series, and musical variety shows. For the past 22 years, he has hosted the St. Louis Speakers series from Powell Hall, interviewing more than 150 of the world’s most renowned artists, writers, adventurers, and political leaders.
Things you will learn in this episode:
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I welcome back, Patrick Murphy, to the show
Patrick talks about his family’s history with Switzer’s Licorice
The journey of Switzer’s throughout the yearsHistory of Switzer’s in St.Louis
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Patrick’s inspiration to write Candy MenConnecting with people
Sharing the immigrant’s story
Stories from people with memories of Switzer’s Licorice
Resources and references to complete his book
Patrick’s other favorite candies
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Patrick’s other skills and hobbies
The History of the Irish in St. Louis
Switzer’s during the great depression
Discrimination of immigrants in the US
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Connect with PatrickSee links below
Final Words
Tweetable Quotes:
"Buying a candy is one of the first consumer decisions we ever made as kids.” - Patrick Murphy
Resources Mentioned:
Candy Men - Patrick Murphy
PBS
Switzer’s Candy
Hershey’s
Reedy Press
Grab a copy of Patrick’s book at https://www.candymenthebook.com/
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