Indiana makes Halloween history
Summary
Brian and Kenzie discuss the shift in Halloween candy preferences, revealing that Sour Patch Kids have replaced Reese's Peanut Butter Cups as the top candy in Illinois due to recent formula changes. They explore regional favorites, noting that Nerds Gummy Clusters lead in Indiana and Hot Tamales dominate in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and New Mexico. The hosts also share personal anecdotes about their parents' relationships with concerts and their own band names.
Topics discussed
Smashing Pumpkins ticket contest and listener check-ins
Encouragement for 'losers' and reconciling with parents
Dad's fear of concerts and band name history
Reese's formula change and waxy chocolate controversy
Guessing the new #1 candy and Skittles ingredients
Debate on Twizzlers, Sour Patch Kids, and Albany's
Sponsor reads and transition to sports
Recap of candy guesses and personal preferences
Reveal: Sour Patch Kids are #1 in Illinois
Hot Tamales, Good & Plenty, and vending machine snacks
Now and Later candy discussion
Indiana's #1 candy reveal: Nerds Gummy Clusters
Nerds Gummy Clusters history and marketing
Wisconsin and Minnesota candy preferences
Sports podcast and Drake's Heto sponsor read
US Soccer Podcast sponsor read
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