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The History of Pop

2. Pop for the Masses

Duration: 15 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 ExtraLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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. Show less

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