Cola wars: The battle of Coke and Pepsi

The Debrief

Friday, 28 March 2025 - 53 minutes

The rivalry between two of the most recognisable beverage brands dates back to the 1880. Dane and Lucy chart the competitive history pitting the two colas against each other, from their pharmaceutical inventors to the celebrities that endorsed them including the King of Pop himself. 

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