CHUG and CHOW: America's Tucked-Away Eateries and Watering Holes

Pez Dispensers, Boozy Milkshakes & Pinball Machines: Hollywood Candy in Omaha, NE


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Step into a wonderland where 2,000+ candy varieties meet vintage vinyl records, classic pinball machines, and authentic Hollywood memorabilia! Award-winning host and author of CHUG & CHOW Todd Newton speaks one-on-one with the King of Candy Aaron Wojtkiewicz, owner of Hollywood Candy in Omaha's historic Old Market district.

Discover rare international sweets, nostalgic childhood favorites, and impossible-to-find retro candies alongside a fascinating collection of vintage arcade games and movie memorabilia. Aaron shares incredible stories about celebrity visitors, the evolution of this unique Nebraska destination, and how a simple candy store transformed into an unforgettable multi-sensory experience that combines the best of American nostalgia under one roof.

From penny candies to gourmet chocolates, from 1960s pinball to modern vinyl hunting, this episode showcases why Hollywood Candy represents the ultimate roadtrip discovery – a place where every corner reveals something unexpected and delightful.

Listeners can order a copy of the CHUG & CHOW book and see videos of some of these tasty destinations at chugandchow.com.

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CHUG and CHOW: America's Tucked-Away Eateries and Watering HolesBy Todd Newton