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Jul 2024
19m 21s

The Ketchup Challenge (Encore) | 183

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Welcome to America’s Next Top Condiment, the chaotic game show where the best sauces of Sauceville compete for the top spot. Ketchup is the competition's youngest ever entrant - does he have what it takes to beat Mustard, Mayo… and BBQ?! This episode originally aired on November 1st, 2022. Listen to Little Stories Everywhere on the Wondery App or wherever ... Show More
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