Uncovering the Fascinating History of Popular Toys
Delve into the intriguing history of iconic toys! Discover the origins of Barbie, unravel how a single game nearly toppled Atari, explore the history of Milton Bradley board games, and more. What was your favorite toy growing up? Share your thoughts with us!
Key Highlights:
Barbie: Originally based on a risqué German doll.
LEGO: The intricate history of the world's most wholesome toy.
Atari: How the ET video game led to its downfall.
Milton Bradley: The peculiar history of a family-friendly corporation.
Fisher-Price Toys: Discover the most valuable ones in history.
Dangerous Toys: These were so hazardous they had to be banned.
Billy Possum: President Taft's attempt to rival the Teddy Bear.
Beanie Babies: The craze that spiraled out of control.
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Timeline
00:00:Barbie Was Originally Based On An Extremely Risqué German Doll
11:15:LEGO: The Complicated History of the World's Most Wholesome Toy
22:51:How the ET Video Game Ended Atari
33:10:The Family-Friendly Milton Bradley Corporation Has A Bizarre History
43:22:The Most Valuable Fisher-Price Toys In History
54:49:Things Discovered By Accident
01:06:14:These Toys Were So Dangerous They Had To Be Banned
01:20:02:Jealous of the Teddy Bear, How President Taft Tried to Make Billy Possum Happen
01:30:38:When The Beanie Baby Craze Got Out Of Control...