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The Phoenix Ascent Podcast - The Milton Hershey Story
The Phoenix Ascent Podcast
57 minutes 35 seconds
3 months ago
The Phoenix Ascent Podcast - The Milton Hershey Story
🎙️ Episode 3: Milton Hershey – The Man Who Failed His Way to Sweet SuccessFrom bankruptcy at 25 to building a billion-dollar chocolate empire, Milton Hershey’s story is the ultimate phoenix rise. In this episode, we dive deep into the gritty failures, bold risks, and world-changing generosity of the man behind America’s most iconic candy bar.
You’ll discover:
How Hershey failed in three different cities before finding success
The risky decision to sell a booming business and bet everything on chocolate
His revolutionary use of fresh milk in caramels and chocolate
Why his legacy goes far beyond candy—changing the lives of thousands through education and community
This isn’t just a business story. It’s a roadmap for turning setbacks into stepping stones and failure into fuel.
🍫 Milton didn’t just make chocolate—he made history.