Colonel Sanders: Fried Chicken’s Founding Father

It’s Thanksgiving week, so what better time to talk about a man who put comfort food on the map—Colonel Sanders. In this episode, Ben and guest Jason Cavanagh dig into the spicy, crispy, and downright legendary life of the chicken kingpin who turned a roadside recipe into a global empire. From his humble beginnings to building a fried food legacy, Colonel Sanders proved that success can come at any age—with just the right blend of herbs, spices, and persistence. Grab a drumstick and settle in for the story of the man behind the bucket, served hot and extra crispy!