Episode
GoGs1e5: Genius of a Soft Drink Empire
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- The Launch Network
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- Nov 13, 2025
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- 902
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Summary
Send us Fan Mail Before it became the world’s most recognizable brand, Coca-Cola began as a pain remedy in a small Atlanta pharmacy — created by a Civil War veteran desperate to overcome addiction. What started as a “nerve tonic” laced with coca leaves and kola nuts would go on to become a global symbol of happiness. In this episode of Generations of Genius, we uncover the fascinating — and scandalous — story behind Coca-Cola: how John Stith Pemberton’s search for relief sparked an empire, ho...