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Dec 2023
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Colonel Santa Claus | How KFC Conquered ...

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Young businessman Takeshi “Shin” Okawara takes the gamble of a lifetime when he leaves a secure job to become the manager of one of the first KFCs in Japan. The bold step looks to be failing, until Shin has an idea to bring together fried chicken and Christmas. Want to listen to the remaining episode of Colonel Santa Claus? Episodes 2 is available exclusive ... Show More
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