Episode 983
In this episode, we peel back the label on one of America’s most enduring icons: Campbell’s. We trace the company’s roots from its 1869 founding by a fruit merchant and an icebox manufacturer to the pivotal moment chemist John T. Dorrance invented condensed soup,. Listeners will learn how a distinct red-and-white color scheme—inspired by Cornell University’s football uniforms—became a staple of Pop Art and American culture,.
We also explore the massive corporate evolution that led the business to officially drop "Soup" from its name in 2024, becoming "The Campbell's Company" to reflect a portfolio that now includes major snack brands like Snyder's-Lance and Pepperidge Farm,,. Finally, we cover the company's complex modern history, from environmental scandals involving the Clean Water Act to a shocking 2025 lawsuit alleging racist and classist remarks by a high-ranking executive,.
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