Tough Cookie: The Wally “Famous” Amos Story - Podcast Rankings and reviews

Though I am an avid consumer of podcasts – at least three per day typically – I rarely review them. However, I absolutely had to take a few minutes to review this brilliant podcast. The hosts voice is absolutely lovely – both very intelligent, and yet simultaneously emotive and very expressive in a sincere way. so I grew up in the era of famous Amos and loved his cookies, I had no idea about his personal story and didn’t know why I would be interested in it. However, something about it, attracted me, and once I started listening, I was absolutely hooked. Beyond being well produced, it is heartfelt in its essence. I would like to send a huge thank you to everyone who created this podcast and I am hoping that you will create more like this. ❤️

What an absolutely beautiful show. The scripting got better and better as it went along, and the last episode had me in tears. It’s a stunning exploration of family and legacy (and absolute messiness!) Can’t recommend it enough.

I’ve eaten plenty of Famous Amos cookies, but I never knew the story behind the brand. I certainly didn’t know the personal story told in this podcast, hosted by Amos’ own daughter. The podcast does a fantastic job explaining just how big a star Wally Amos was back in the day. (I had no idea.) And it’s fascinating listening to Amos’ daughter fight to better understand her dad — with all of his complexities. Looking forward to the rest of the episodes to drop!

Fascinating and complex storytelling that effectively walks that very fine line of telling the truth with clarity and respect.