Did you know that Mountain Dew was originally created as a mixer for bourbon? Or that it was originally a slang term for moonshine? And when did it become the number one beverage of choice for X-treme athletes and gamers?
In this episode, we’re rolling out the neon carpet and taking a look at how Mountain Dew came to distinguish itself from soft drinks like Sprite & 7Up, and why people all over the world continue to do the Dew.
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Have you ever wondered how ketchup became America’s favorite condiment? Or why Four Loko was banned by the government? Or how roller coasters were invented? In “History of…” host Wil Fulton will take you through a rapid-fire crash course on some of humankind’s greatest innovations in food, drink, and travel. Hey, if you can keep up, you actually might learn something!
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CREDITS:
Host
Wil Fulton
Written by:
Mia Faske
Senior Creative
Jake Rasmussen
Development Producer
Wil Fulton
Associate Producer
Mia Faske
Editor
Zachary Lapierre
Animator
Danna Windsor
Production Coordinator
Myra Rivera
Line Producer
Anna Frangos
Post Production Supervisor
Daniel Byrne
Director of Development
Leo Fernandez
Creative Director
Audra V. Pace
Head of Video
Jim D’Amico
Chief Content Officer
Meghan Kirsch
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