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The History Of Pop

The History of Pop: 2. Pop for the Masses

The History of Pop

2. Pop for the Masses

BBC Radio 4 Extra - The History of Pop, 2. Pop for the Masses

John Peel presents the definitive history of carbonated water.

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.

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