On the 314th episode of Piecing It Together, David Quinones joins me to talk about Flamin' Hot. This true-ish story about Richard Montanez, the Frito-Lay janitor who came up with Flamin' Hot Cheetos isn't exactly accurate, but it's a lot of fun. Puzzle pieces include Norma Rae, The Founder, Lord of War and Chef.

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Written by Lewis Colick and Linda Yvette Chavez

Directed by Eva Longoria

Starring Jesse Garcia, Annie Gonzalez, Dennis Haysbert, Matt Walsh, Tony Shaloub

Searchlight / Hulu

https://www.flaminhotfilm.com/

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