How SPAM Works

Stuff You Should Know

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Society & Culture

4.6 • 79.3K Ratings

🗓️ 28 July 2011

⏱️ 43 minutes

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Summary

SPAM is a canned meat product made from pork shoulder and ham. First introduced in 1937, this iconic food has spread to stores across the world. But what exactly is it, how did it get here -- and why is its shelf life "indefinite?" Tune in to find out.

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