The story of Mars Candy begins with Frank Mars, a grist mill operator's son who overcame polio and a series of failed businesses to create a successful candy empire. His son Forrest Mars Sr. played a crucial role in the company's growth, introducing the Milky Way and Snickers bars, and later expanding the business into European-style candy. Today, Mars is a global food empire valued at around $70 billion, employing over 75,000 people and owned by Forrest's three children, John Forrest Jr. and Jacqueline. [... more]

Richard Pitino, the new head coach at Xavier, discusses the challenges of building a roster in the current college basketball landscape, where players are free to transfer and pursue other opportunities. He also shares his thoughts on the Cincinnati food scene and the city's vibrant downtown area. [... more]