Get Dispensed The Pez Podcast

In Episode 46 of Get Dispensed: The PEZ Podcast, Greg the Down Under Pez Hunter heads to New York to chat with the wildly creative force known as Cam Art — a collector who turned lockdown boredom into a full-blown Disney-fuelled PEZ odyssey.  What began as a late-night eBay scroll during the 2020 lockdowns transformed into a laser focused Disney-only collection, a growing global following, and artwork so striking it caught the eye of the official PEZ Candy Instagram account not once, but twice.  From rebuilding a collection lost in a house fire, to completing one of every Disney character PEZ ever made, Cam shares the thrill of the hunt and the discipline behind curating a collection with purpose. We dive into his involvement with the Virtual PEZ Convention art auctions, the fan favourite Romance Novel piece, and that uncanny Blueberry Brause moment that feels less coincidence and more cosmic candy alignment.  There’s also a special story involving Shawn Peterson at the PEZ Visitor Center — and a surprise “One of One” cupcake dispenser that proves the PEZ community is as generous as it is passionate.  Plus: 🎨 The connection between PEZ fans and Grateful Dead devotees 🏰 Why Disney PEZ holds a special kind of magic ⚡ A rapid fire round that moves faster than a flipped stem ❓ And a Question of the Week that invites you to design your own art-inspired dispenser  This episode is about creativity, resilience, community, and the beautiful overlap between art and collecting. Because sometimes a little brick of candy can unlock an entire gallery of possibility.  Stay sweet, Pez Posse. 🍬 

What happens when a seasoned journalist meets a pocket-sized candy icon?  In this episode, Greg heads stateside to Connecticut to chat with John Breunig, editorial page editor for eight daily newspapers with Hearst Connecticut Media Group, and the author of the delightful piece “My Collection of Pez Stories.”  From Halloween beginnings and newsroom desk displays to international Pez souvenirs, custom wedding dispensers, and one unforgettable theatre incident involving flying candy, this episode is packed with heart, humour, and headline-worthy moments.  John shares how storytelling shaped his collecting journey, how Pez helped him teach his son the alphabet, and the incredible tale of his Captain Kirk Pez going on loan… to William Shatner himself. Yes, really.  Along the way, we hit all 12 Pez questions, dive into a rapid-ire round, and tackle the Listener Question of the Week: If you could turn one moment from your life into a Pez dispenser, what would it be?  This one’s a perfect blend of nostalgia, journalism, family, laughter, and candy-fuelled chaos.  So load up your dispenser, sit back, and enjoy one of the most story-ich episodes yet.  Stay sweet, Pez Posse! 🍬🎙️ 

  What do Jelly Belly jelly beans, wild candy inventions, and Pez dispensers all have in common? One brilliantly creative mind: David Klein.  In this episode, Greg “The Down Under Pez Hunter” Potent is joined by the legendary candy innovator behind Jelly Belly, Polar Popcorn, and Sandy Candy for a joyful deep dive into the world of confectionery creativity, novelty design, and collectible culture.  From David’s very first Pez memory to his thoughts on candy storytelling, dispenser design, and what makes a sweet idea truly stick, this episode is packed with insight, imagination, and more than a few sugar-fuelled sparks of inspiration. Plus, David tackles the infamous 12 Candies, survives the Rapid Fire Round, and helps us dream up what a next-generation Pez-style dispenser could look like.  Whether you’re a lifelong Pez collector, a candy connoisseur, or just love a great origin story, this episode is a colourful ride through innovation, nostalgia, and the art of turning small ideas into legendary brands.  So flip back that Pez head, press play, and let’s step into a world where jelly beans meet Pez dreams.  🍬 Stay sweet, Pez Posse! 

Ever wondered how Pez actually gets from the factory… to the shelves of your local shop? In Episode 43, Greg (your Down Under Pez Hunter 🇦🇺) continues the behind-the-scenes journey of the Pez world, this time diving into the vital link between importers and retailers: the wholesalers. Joining the show is Lyle Baker, General Manager of The Distributors Brisbane, one of the key players helping Pez dispensers and refills reach stores across South East Queensland. Together, we unwrap the real-life “Pez pipeline” as Lyle shares what it’s like moving stock from warehouse to storefront, how Pez performs with retailers, and what happens when a new release drops and demand goes through the roof. Plus:⚡ Rapid Fire Round: Pop or Drop!❓ Question of the Week: What’s the most unusual place you’ve ever found Pez for sale? Whether you’re a hardcore collector or just love the sweet nostalgia of those little candy bricks, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and a whole lot of Pez love. 📩 Share your Question of the Week answers: [email protected]📱 Or jump onto Facebook: Get Dispensed: The Pez Podcast Stay sweet, Pez Posse! 🍬🎧

What if Superman had a PEZ dispenser… in the 1960s?  In this episode of Get Dispensed: The Pez Podcast, Greg “The Downunder Pez Hunter” uncovers one of the most fascinating near-misses in PEZ history.  After a brief appearance on Netflix’s King of Collectables (Season 3, Episode 2), a deeper story emerges. In the mid-1960s, PEZ came remarkably close to releasing a Superman dispenser. Vending boxes were designed. Advertising sheets were printed. Prototypes were made.  And then, everything stopped.  Drawing on original advertising material, collector discoveries, and decades of misidentified prototypes, Greg explores how twelve Superman PEZ dispensers almost entered the world, why the project was likely cancelled, and how a handful of these rare pieces quietly survived for decades under the wrong names.  Today, only four are confirmed to exist.  Where are the others?  This episode is part detective story, part pop culture history, and part collector legend. It’s a reminder that PEZ isn’t just candy. It’s a record of what mattered, what nearly mattered, and what slipped through the cracks.  And sometimes, the most interesting stories aren’t about what was released… but what almost was.