Chips have had a fascinating journey through the centuries. Host Jim O?Connor explores the history and variety of America?s favorite chips, and then discover... read more
How did birthday parties get started? How are they celebrated in other countries? Host Jim O?Connor uncovers the surprising secrets behind birthday parties, ... read more
Hot or cold, cereal is America?s favorite way to start the day, yet its origins can be traced back to European roots. Host Jim O?Connor discovers the history... read more
They?re one of the most popular foods in the world. In Belgium and France they?re called "pommes frites," and in England they?re called "chips." In America, ... read more
Pretzels, the popular snack with a divinely inspired shape. Join host Jim O?Connor as he visits Pennsylvania, the birthplace of the American pretzel, and the... read more
American consumes nearly 153 pounds of it a year! Host Jim O?Connor travels to Hawaii to get a taste for the yummy sweetener right from the cane, then gets a... read more
How did milkshakes become both so decadent and lovable? Grab your spoons and straws as Jim O?Connor traces the ever popular milkshake from pharmaceutical con... read more
For kids and adults alike, the beach is still that special place to indulge in saltwater taffy, fudge and frozen custard. Grab your swimsuit and join Jim O?C... read more
Host Jim O?Connor travels from Honolulu to New York City to sample the freshest, most mouth-watering sushi in America. Pick up your chopsticks and join Jim a... read more
Once relegated as a bland breakfast food and occasionally dressed up with lox and cream cheese, bagels today have more flavors than you can shake a schmear a... read more
What makes soda so enticing? Host Jim O?Connor pops the lid off the sparking history of the soft drink while sampling America?s oldest - and newest- soft dri... read more
We chew about 350 sticks of gum every year. Join Jim O?Connor as he goes behind the scenes of America?s sticky obsession on The Secret Life of Bubble Gum.