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2. Pop for the Masses

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John Peel unravels the rise of fizzy drinks and how a Welsh Methodist pitched pop against the demon drink. From 1999.

The story of how pop was brought to the masses - and how one Welsh Methodist used pop in the battle against the demon drink.

John Peel presents the definitive history of carbonated water - drinks that have made millions and conquered the world.

Producer: Mark Palmer

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in 1999.

15 minutes

Last on

Christmas Day 201902:15
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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