Episode 45: M&M's Inspired by Civil War and The Roofman
What do a fugitive hiding in the ceiling of a Toys "R" Us, the Spanish Civil War, World War II, and outer space all have in common?
M&M's.
In this episode of True Crime Culinary, we uncover the bizarre true story of Jeffrey "Roofman" Manchester, who secretly lived above a Toys "R" Us and survived in part on Peanut M&M's. From there, we trace the surprising history of one of the world's most recognizable candies.
Learn how Forrest Mars reportedly found inspiration during the Spanish Civil War, why M&M's became part of U.S. military rations during World War II, how the candy's famous sugar…
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