If you’ve ever seen a woman with a box of candy on her head walking around the streets of Philadelphia - that’s Candyianna, the Philly Candy Lady. She’s a local icon, singing songs with candy-related lyrics and joking with everyone she meets. What made her want to live this life? In some ways, it didn’t feel like a choice. This week, Sabrina Boyd-Surka gets to know the Philly Candy Lady - her wild adventures, the struggles she’s faced, and how she manages to find and spread joy through it all.

You can follow Candyianna on Instagram @philly_candy_lady, or on TikTok @phillycandylady.
Check out some photos and videos of the Philly Candy Lady in action here.
Follow us on Twitter @TheJawncast.

If you’ve ever seen a woman with a box of candy on her head walking around the streets of Philadelphia - that’s Candyianna, the Philly Candy Lady. She’s a local icon, singing songs with candy-related lyrics and joking with everyone she meets. What made her want to live this life? In some ways, it didn’t feel like a choice. This week, <a href="http://twitter.com/sabrinakayab">Sabrina Boyd-Surka</a> gets to know the Philly Candy Lady - her wild adventures, the struggles she’s faced, and how she manages to find and spread joy through it all.
You can follow Candyianna on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/philly_candy_lady/">@philly_candy_lady</a>, or on TikTok <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@phillycandylady">@phillycandylady</a>. Check out some <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/philadelphia-candy-lady-sells-sweetness-performs-in-streets">photos and videos of the Philly Candy Lady in action here</a>. Follow us on Twitter <a href="http://twitter.com/thejawncast">@TheJawncast</a>.

Unique and unexpected stories out of Philadelphia. Made here, for everyone. Hosted and produced by Brian Seltzer and Sabrina Boyd-Surka.

Unique and unexpected stories out of Philadelphia. Made here, for everyone. Hosted and produced by Brian Seltzer and Sabrina Boyd-Surka.

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