HS057 - Finger Lickin' Good: A Colonel Sanders Story

from History Squirt · host Ron Thompson

In this episode of History Squirt, we dig into the wild true story of Colonel Harland Sanders, the man who turned a gas station kitchen into a global fried chicken empire. From humble beginnings in rural Kentucky, and multiple failed careers, Sanders hit the road with his secret 11 herbs and spices recipe, franchising Kentucky Fried Chicken and becoming the white-suited, goateed icon, we all know. Lawsuits, family drama, a fiery temper, and a relentless hustle turned KFC into one of the world’s most recognizable brands. It’s the ultimate underdog tale of late-life success, fried chicken wars, and one very determined Southern gentleman. Let’s Squirt!Topics: Colonel Sanders, Harland Sanders, Kentucky Fried Chicken, KFC history, Colonel Sanders story, finger lickin' good, fried chicken empire, secret recipe 11 herbs and spices, KFC founder, American business history, late life success, History Squirt, funny history podcast, funny history podcasts, historical events podcast, comedy podcast, true stories podcast, history podcast comedy, historical podcast, History Squirt

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