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Bethenny Frankel showed how a simple candy run can be turned into a full comedy show. Cast off from her reality star days into the businesswoman’s sphere, she went on to “derail” with a rant on Swedish candy, threat of fancy notification to the company regarding those strange gummy shapes, and a demand for free jars. Oh, Beth energy.
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The filming started with Frankel walking reluctantly into a candy store for her daughter Bryn had pulled her inside. And here comes the good part- Bethenny looking at candy with the suspicion of “I’ve never seen these before in my life.” Then she turns on Bryn, with a, “It’s coming out of your allowance.” The best part is that she deadpanned, “It’s a write-off…this is for the people,” while shoving the bags full of candy.
The fans really got down with the mother-daughter vibe. One commenter said, “As a mom who does these kinds of things with her only daughter, you’re absolutely relatable.” Another joked about the real reason Bryn wanted to go in: “She made you go in there because of that cute guy.” The allowance line was such a hit that many quoted it with “It’s coming out of your allowance” as the best-ever catchphrase.
That set off many turns in misadventures in candy drama. The more frustrated Bethenny became the more she wanted those free jars, “I’ve sent millions of dollars in this candy.” She grilled a guy called Louie about the corporate policies but finally admitted, “I do want to try the Swedish fish for real though.” After $30-worth of candy, she said that this was “a scam.”
A few took the deeper meaning from the otherwise goofy clip. One person came to defend their right to candy indulgence by saying, “Enjoy the moment! People stay thin when they eat what they like so they don’t overeat.” The comment sparked mini-debates in the replies regarding candy versus chocolate nutrition. Others simply basked in the unfiltered Mommy-moment with, “This is the best. I’m in for a Bethenny and Bryn show.”
This clip basically contains all elements worthy of a signature Frankel moment: her wit, business acumen (hence the write-off gag), and that endearing, quirky mother-daughter tension that resonates with us all. Whether she’s breaking down gummy textures or dialing up corporate about jar logistics, Bethenny is a brand of TV gold even in the most laid-back Instagram moments.
The very thought of this would have sent one into hysterics because it just is so funny in the context of Beth’s history; after all, this is the woman who built the Skinnygirl empire while joking endlessly about her love-hate affair with food. The very same razor-sharp business mind that has negotiated million-dollar deals is now applying this very energy to…Swedish fish procurement. The contrast is hilarious.
The comment thread quickly became its own comedy as the fans ran with jokes around the “write-off” line and Bryn’s allowance. Several called out for the store’s location so they could “jump in the car after work.” Others just basked in that hilarious vulnerable side of an otherwise very serious businesswoman.
And that’s what the video hinges on: it works because it’s so human. Every parent knows the moment where your kid drags you into something you didn’t want to do, only for you to end up way more invested than you ever intended to be. Most don’t have Bethenny’s comedic timing though when it happens. Frankel is compulsively watchable, whether she’s negotiating reality TV contracts or candy store policies.
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Takeaway? Never send Bethenny Frankel anywhere near Swedish candy without paying proper jar compensation. And maybe keep Bryn away from retail spaces unless you’re ready for viral content. This mom and daughter team really teach you that mundane errands are a perfect stage for great entertainment, provided there’s a proper attitude and deadpan camera glare.