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EPISODE · Aug 21, 2026 · 1H 33M

177: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

from In Hindsight · host In Hindsight

“Help. Police. Murder.” Welcome to Season 11! In this week’s episode, we dissect Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory, a film released on June 30, 1971, starring Gene Wilder, Jack Albertson, and Peter Ostrum. Join us as we discuss product placement, moral tests, espionage, “bedridden” grandparents, poverty, boat rides, snozzberries, and more!Notable Mentions + References in This Episode:Why Quaker Oats Made The Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory MovieRoald Dahl's Original Charlie and the Chocolate FactorySquirrel Attack - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005)Willy Wonka’s Grand Entrance Grandpa Joe Can Suddenly Walk and DancePure Imagination - Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory (1971)Tunnel of Terror - Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory (1971)You Lose! Good Day Sir! Scene - Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)Wish Upon a Star (Episode 001)Strictly Ballroom (Episode 105)Connect with us:Instagram: @in_hindsight_podTwitter: @in_hindsightpod Thanks for listening!

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