The History of Fun https://www.polygon.com/history-of-fun-podcast en © 2019 Vox Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved The History of Fun explores the hidden backstories behind the things you enjoy. This season, we’re diving into the amazing origins of your favorite holiday traditions. Join Polygon’s Russ Frushtick, Allegra Frank, and Chris Plante each week as they embark on a new quest to uncover these common-yet-mysterious customs. Produced by Polygon and the Vox Media Podcast Network. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d0542ac6-e69b-11e8-8066-ab0e93921919/image/uploads_2F1567104973116-zfwlxhzcrdl-fe995e561c15b207b6c0befb7f58ae0b_2FTheHistoryOfFun_Tile_3000x3000.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress The History of Fun https://www.polygon.com/history-of-fun-podcast episodic The hidden backstories behind the things you enjoy. Polygon The History of Fun explores the hidden backstories behind the things you enjoy. This season, we’re diving into the amazing origins of your favorite holiday traditions. Join Polygon’s Russ Frushtick, Allegra Frank, and Chris Plante each week as they embark on a new quest to uncover these common-yet-mysterious customs. Produced by Polygon and the Vox Media Podcast Network. The History of Fun explores the hidden backstories behind the things you enjoy. This season, we’re diving into the amazing origins of your favorite holiday traditions. Join Polygon’s Russ Frushtick, Allegra Frank, and Chris Plante each week as they embark on a new quest to uncover these common-yet-mysterious customs. Produced by Polygon and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

]]> Vox Media Podcast Network history@polygon.com https://feeds.megaphone.fm/historyoffun The War on Christmas: A Brief History (Season Finale) There is a war. It's been going on for hundreds of years. And there's only one victim: CHRISTMAS. Chris Plante dives deep into The War on Christmas. Where it started, why it started, and out frickin' ridiculous it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 24 Dec 2018 06:00:00 -0000 The War on Christmas: A Brief History full 2 10 Polygon There is a war. It's been going on for hundreds of years. And there's only one victim: CHRISTMAS. Chris Plante dives deep into The War on Christmas. Where it started, why it started, and out frickin' ridiculous it is. There is a war. It's been going on for hundreds of years. And there's only one victim: CHRISTMAS. Chris Plante dives deep into The War on Christmas. Where it started, why it started, and out frickin' ridiculous it is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There is a war. It's been going on for hundreds of years. And there's only one victim: CHRISTMAS. Chris Plante dives deep into The War on Christmas. Where it started, why it started, and out frickin' ridiculous it is.

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]]> 3281 no Dreidel and Hannukah: A Brief History Join us for another episode of The History of Fun! This week we're looking into the fascinating origins of the dreidel of Hannukah.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 17 Dec 2018 06:00:00 -0000 Dreidel and Hannukah: A Brief History full 2 9 Polygon Join us for another episode of The History of Fun! This week we're looking into the fascinating origins of the dreidel of Hannukah.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Join us for another episode of The History of Fun! This week we're looking into the fascinating origins of the dreidel of Hannukah. 

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]]> 3229 no The Yule Lads & Yule Cat of Iceland: A Brief History A brief history of The Yule Lads and The Yule Cat of Iceland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 10 Dec 2018 06:01:00 -0000 The Yule Lads & Yule Cat of Iceland: A Brief History full 2 8 Polygon A brief history of The Yule Lads and The Yule Cat of Iceland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A brief history of The Yule Lads and The Yule Cat of Iceland.

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]]> 2454 no Black Friday: A Brief History A brief history of Black Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 03 Dec 2018 06:29:00 -0000 Black Friday: A Brief History full 2 7 Polygon A brief history of Black Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A brief history of Black Friday.

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]]> 2845 no Krampus, the Anti-Santa: A Brief History A brief history of Krampus, the anti-Santa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 26 Nov 2018 06:17:00 -0000 Krampus, the Anti-Santa: A Brief History full 2 6 Polygon A brief history of Krampus, the anti-Santa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A brief history of Krampus, the anti-Santa.

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]]> 2423 no Presidential Turkey Pardon: A Brief History A brief history of the Presidential Turkey Pardon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 19 Nov 2018 06:10:00 -0000 Presidential Turkey Pardon: A Brief History full 2 5 Polygon A brief history of the Presidential Turkey Pardon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A brief history of the Presidential Turkey Pardon

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]]> 1966 no The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: A Brief History A brief history of The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 12 Nov 2018 06:21:00 -0000 The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: A Brief History full 2 4 Polygon A brief history of The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A brief history of The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

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]]> 3295 no Trick or Treating: A Brief History Chris Plante dives deep into the fascinating origins of Trick or Treating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 05 Nov 2018 06:00:00 -0000 Trick or Treating: A Brief History full 2 3 Polygon Chris Plante dives deep into the fascinating origins of Trick or Treating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Chris Plante dives deep into the fascinating origins of Trick or Treating.

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]]> 2845 yes Mischief Night before Halloween: A Brief History A brief history of Mischief Night, the night before Halloween Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 29 Oct 2018 05:00:00 -0000 Mischief Night before Halloween: A Brief History full 2 2 Polygon A brief history of Mischief Night, the night before Halloween Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices A brief history of Mischief Night, the night before Halloween

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]]> 1905 yes Coming soon: Holiday Traditions We're excited to announce that we're doing an extra special second season of The History of Fun, all about the origins of our favorite holiday traditions. Trick or treating! Krampus! The Icelandic Yule Cat! Season 2 of The History of Fun will kick off on Monday, October 29. See you then! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 25 Sep 2018 04:46:26 -0000 Coming soon: Holiday Traditions trailer 2 1 Polygon We're excited to announce that we're doing an extra special second season of The History of Fun, all about the origins of our favorite holiday traditions. Trick or treating! Krampus! The Icelandic Yule Cat! Season 2 of The History of Fun will kick off on Monday, October 29. See you then! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices We're excited to announce that we're doing an extra special second season of The History of Fun, all about the origins of our favorite holiday traditions. Trick or treating! Krampus! The Icelandic Yule Cat! Season 2 of The History of Fun will kick off on Monday, October 29. See you then!

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]]> 66 yes The Sharper Image: A Brief History While this episode is focused on both Brookstone and The Sharper Image, we all know which one sold full-sized replicas of The Predator, so we're just gonna go ahead and call this The Sharper Image episode. This also happens to be the very last episode of the first season of The History of Fun. But worry not! We'll be back in the Fall with a brand new season of fun stuff, probably involving surprisingly grim stories from Allegra. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 Aug 2018 05:00:00 -0000 The Sharper Image: A Brief History full 1 41 Polygon While this episode is focused on both Brookstone and The Sharper Image, we all know which one sold full-sized replicas of The Predator, so we're just gonna go ahead and call this The Sharper Image episode. This also happens to be the very last episode of the first season of The History of Fun. But worry not! We'll be back in the Fall with a brand new season of fun stuff, probably involving surprisingly grim stories from Allegra. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices While this episode is focused on both Brookstone and The Sharper Image, we all know which one sold full-sized replicas of The Predator, so we're just gonna go ahead and call this The Sharper Image episode. This also happens to be the very last episode of the first season of The History of Fun. But worry not! We'll be back in the Fall with a brand new season of fun stuff, probably involving surprisingly grim stories from Allegra.

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]]> 2272 yes Karaoke: A Brief History This week on The History of Fun, Allegra regales us with the origins of Karaoke and the man that made it all happen. Pro-tip: Make sure you're really good if you ever try to sing "My Way." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 20 Aug 2018 05:01:00 -0000 Karaoke: A Brief History full 1 40 Polygon This week on The History of Fun, Allegra regales us with the origins of Karaoke and the man that made it all happen. Pro-tip: Make sure you're really good if you ever try to sing "My Way." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The History of Fun, Allegra regales us with the origins of Karaoke and the man that made it all happen. Pro-tip: Make sure you're really good if you ever try to sing "My Way."

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]]> 3048 yes SNICK: A Brief History Alright, it's a Saturday night, it's 1995. What are you gonna do? Well, you're probably going to leave the lights on because you're watching ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK? and other SNICK classics. This week, Chris Plante joins us to talk about Nickelodeon's classic programming rock block of All That, SpongeBob and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 13 Aug 2018 05:14:00 -0000 SNICK: A Brief History full 1 39 Polygon Alright, it's a Saturday night, it's 1995. What are you gonna do? Well, you're probably going to leave the lights on because you're watching ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK? and other SNICK classics. This week, Chris Plante joins us to talk about Nickelodeon's classic programming rock block of All That, SpongeBob and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Alright, it's a Saturday night, it's 1995. What are you gonna do? Well, you're probably going to leave the lights on because you're watching ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK? and other SNICK classics. This week, Chris Plante joins us to talk about Nickelodeon's classic programming rock block of All That, SpongeBob and more.

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]]> 3065 yes Water Parks: A Brief History Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the water parks. Today Allegra Frank brings you the twisted history of waterparks and where they came from. She also decides to focus on some pretty grim stuff, so if you're a little squeamish about injury or death, you may want to, uh, come back next week? Anyway, FUN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 06 Aug 2018 05:09:00 -0000 Water Parks: A Brief History full 1 38 Polygon Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the water parks. Today Allegra Frank brings you the twisted history of waterparks and where they came from. She also decides to focus on some pretty grim stuff, so if you're a little squeamish about injury or death, you may want to, uh, come back next week? Anyway, FUN! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Just when you thought it was safe to go back to the water parks. Today Allegra Frank brings you the twisted history of waterparks and where they came from. She also decides to focus on some pretty grim stuff, so if you're a little squeamish about injury or death, you may want to, uh, come back next week? Anyway, FUN!

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]]> 3102 yes Manga: A Brief History This week on The History of Fun, Allegra Frank fills us all in on the origins of MANGA and its biggest franchise: Shonen Jump. Yes, if you've always been perplexed about the world of manga, this is the episode for you. And if you're already a fan of manga, there's a fair chance that we mispronounce at least one thing in this episode. Not Allegra, though. She's a pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 30 Jul 2018 05:27:00 -0000 Manga: A Brief History full 1 37 Polygon This week on The History of Fun, Allegra Frank fills us all in on the origins of MANGA and its biggest franchise: Shonen Jump. Yes, if you've always been perplexed about the world of manga, this is the episode for you. And if you're already a fan of manga, there's a fair chance that we mispronounce at least one thing in this episode. Not Allegra, though. She's a pro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The History of Fun, Allegra Frank fills us all in on the origins of MANGA and its biggest franchise: Shonen Jump. Yes, if you've always been perplexed about the world of manga, this is the episode for you. And if you're already a fan of manga, there's a fair chance that we mispronounce at least one thing in this episode. Not Allegra, though. She's a pro.

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]]> 2696 yes Mission Impossible: A Brief History This week we welcome special guest Matt Patches to discuss the history of Mission Impossible, from its origins as a Cold War-era TV show to the every-4-years film franchise we've come to know and love. We thought we'd look back given that the sixth (and final? who knows!) movie, Mission Impossible: Fallout, comes out on Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 20 Jul 2018 05:00:00 -0000 Mission Impossible: A Brief History full 1 36 Polygon This week we welcome special guest Matt Patches to discuss the history of Mission Impossible, from its origins as a Cold War-era TV show to the every-4-years film franchise we've come to know and love. We thought we'd look back given that the sixth (and final? who knows!) movie, Mission Impossible: Fallout, comes out on Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week we welcome special guest Matt Patches to discuss the history of Mission Impossible, from its origins as a Cold War-era TV show to the every-4-years film franchise we've come to know and love. We thought we'd look back given that the sixth (and final? who knows!) movie, Mission Impossible: Fallout, comes out on Friday.

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]]> 4185 yes TI-83 Gaming: A Brief History Whether it's Drug Wars or that weird penguin platforming game, the TI-83 calculator had something for everyone! On this episode we welcome special guest, Jon Bois of SBNation, to talk about the magic and wonder of gaming on a calculator, while also occasionally using it for schoolwork. Fair to say that Texas Instruments has a pretty good scheme going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 16 Jul 2018 05:04:00 -0000 TI-83 Gaming: A Brief History full 1 35 Polygon Whether it's Drug Wars or that weird penguin platforming game, the TI-83 calculator had something for everyone! On this episode we welcome special guest, Jon Bois of SBNation, to talk about the magic and wonder of gaming on a calculator, while also occasionally using it for schoolwork. Fair to say that Texas Instruments has a pretty good scheme going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Whether it's Drug Wars or that weird penguin platforming game, the TI-83 calculator had something for everyone! On this episode we welcome special guest, Jon Bois of SBNation, to talk about the magic and wonder of gaming on a calculator, while also occasionally using it for schoolwork. Fair to say that Texas Instruments has a pretty good scheme going.

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]]> 2035 yes The FIFA World Cup: A Brief History With Chris Plante on vacation we welcome none other than Colin Campbell, resident soccer expert (so much so that he calls it football!), to talk about the origins and some of the wacky moments from the history of the FIFA World Cup. Let's all take a moment to celebrate a dog named Pickles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 09 Jul 2018 05:10:00 -0000 The FIFA World Cup: A Brief History full 1 34 Polygon With Chris Plante on vacation we welcome none other than Colin Campbell, resident soccer expert (so much so that he calls it football!), to talk about the origins and some of the wacky moments from the history of the FIFA World Cup. Let's all take a moment to celebrate a dog named Pickles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices With Chris Plante on vacation we welcome none other than Colin Campbell, resident soccer expert (so much so that he calls it football!), to talk about the origins and some of the wacky moments from the history of the FIFA World Cup. Let's all take a moment to celebrate a dog named Pickles.

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]]> 2439 yes The 4th of July Hot Dog Eating Contest: A Brief History On this, the week of America's independence, we celebrate the ability for humans to consume low-grade meat at extremely fast rates. Chris Plante digs into the surprisingly-fraught history of the world famous Nathan's Hot Dog Eating contest, as well as its most famous (and controversial) competitor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 02 Jul 2018 05:00:00 -0000 The 4th of July Hot Dog Eating Contest: A Brief History full 1 33 Polygon On this, the week of America's independence, we celebrate the ability for humans to consume low-grade meat at extremely fast rates. Chris Plante digs into the surprisingly-fraught history of the world famous Nathan's Hot Dog Eating contest, as well as its most famous (and controversial) competitor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On this, the week of America's independence, we celebrate the ability for humans to consume low-grade meat at extremely fast rates. Chris Plante digs into the surprisingly-fraught history of the world famous Nathan's Hot Dog Eating contest, as well as its most famous (and controversial) competitor.

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]]> 2614 yes Early Roller Coasters: A Brief History This week on The History of Fun, we're diving into the origins of the roller coaster. We're not talking about your grand pappy's roller coaster! Well, actually we kinda are. And maybe your great great grandpappy's. Suffice it to say, hella old roller coasters. Join Russ Frushtick as he LEAPS THOSE DIPS! Special thanks to Foo Obsessed for the great Reader Only Memories theme song! Soundcloud link here: https://soundcloud.com/foo_obsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 25 Jun 2018 05:04:00 -0000 Early Roller Coasters: A Brief History full 1 32 Polygon This week on The History of Fun, we're diving into the origins of the roller coaster. We're not talking about your grand pappy's roller coaster! Well, actually we kinda are. And maybe your great great grandpappy's. Suffice it to say, hella old roller coasters. Join Russ Frushtick as he LEAPS THOSE DIPS! Special thanks to Foo Obsessed for the great Reader Only Memories theme song! Soundcloud link here: https://soundcloud.com/foo_obsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The History of Fun, we're diving into the origins of the roller coaster. We're not talking about your grand pappy's roller coaster! Well, actually we kinda are. And maybe your great great grandpappy's. Suffice it to say, hella old roller coasters. Join Russ Frushtick as he LEAPS THOSE DIPS! Special thanks to Foo Obsessed for the great Reader Only Memories theme song! Soundcloud link here: https://soundcloud.com/foo_obsessed

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]]> 2658 yes Hello Kitty: A Brief History Quite possibly the world's most famous cat (take that Garfield), Sanrio's Hello Kitty is a juggernaut. But where did this strange cat without a mouth come from? And could it be possible that she's NOT A CAT BUT RATHER A HUMAN GIRL? Yeah, things get weird, thanks to Allegra Frank and the rest of your friends at The History of Fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 18 Jun 2018 04:56:00 -0000 Hello Kitty: A Brief History full 1 31 Polygon Quite possibly the world's most famous cat (take that Garfield), Sanrio's Hello Kitty is a juggernaut. But where did this strange cat without a mouth come from? And could it be possible that she's NOT A CAT BUT RATHER A HUMAN GIRL? Yeah, things get weird, thanks to Allegra Frank and the rest of your friends at The History of Fun! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Quite possibly the world's most famous cat (take that Garfield), Sanrio's Hello Kitty is a juggernaut. But where did this strange cat without a mouth come from? And could it be possible that she's NOT A CAT BUT RATHER A HUMAN GIRL? Yeah, things get weird, thanks to Allegra Frank and the rest of your friends at The History of Fun!

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]]> 2396 yes E3: A Brief History It's the most well-known gaming conference, but its humble origins may surprise you! This week we're diving into the history of E3, home to Sonic, Mario and all your friends. Chris Plante is on the case, covering the story of the show from start to finish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 07 Jun 2018 05:00:00 -0000 E3: A Brief History full 1 30 Polygon It's the most well-known gaming conference, but its humble origins may surprise you! This week we're diving into the history of E3, home to Sonic, Mario and all your friends. Chris Plante is on the case, covering the story of the show from start to finish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's the most well-known gaming conference, but its humble origins may surprise you! This week we're diving into the history of E3, home to Sonic, Mario and all your friends. Chris Plante is on the case, covering the story of the show from start to finish.

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]]> 3031 yes John Madden Football: A Brief History Even if you don't care about football and don't give a hoohah about Jonathan Madden and his bus-loving stylings, the story of the biggest sports game franchise ever is quite a yarn! Join Chris Plante as his spins this pigskin into a, I don't know, football or something! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 04 Jun 2018 05:42:00 -0000 John Madden Football: A Brief History full 1 29 Polygon Even if you don't care about football and don't give a hoohah about Jonathan Madden and his bus-loving stylings, the story of the biggest sports game franchise ever is quite a yarn! Join Chris Plante as his spins this pigskin into a, I don't know, football or something! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Even if you don't care about football and don't give a hoohah about Jonathan Madden and his bus-loving stylings, the story of the biggest sports game franchise ever is quite a yarn! Join Chris Plante as his spins this pigskin into a, I don't know, football or something!

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]]> 2082 yes Sports Mascots: A Brief History This week on The History of Fun we're diving into three major icons in the history of Sports Mascotting. Yes, it's important and stuff! Discover the early days of mascots, the most famous dog mascot and the most famous mascot with a baseball head! --- Vox's new Netflix show, Explained, digs into the most fascinating and misunderstood topics of the day, from cryptocurrency to the racial wealth gap. Watch on Netflix now! netflix.com/explained Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 28 May 2018 05:10:00 -0000 Sports Mascots: A Brief History full 1 28 Polygon This week on The History of Fun we're diving into three major icons in the history of Sports Mascotting. Yes, it's important and stuff! Discover the early days of mascots, the most famous dog mascot and the most famous mascot with a baseball head! --- Vox's new Netflix show, Explained, digs into the most fascinating and misunderstood topics of the day, from cryptocurrency to the racial wealth gap. Watch on Netflix now! netflix.com/explained Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The History of Fun we're diving into three major icons in the history of Sports Mascotting. Yes, it's important and stuff! Discover the early days of mascots, the most famous dog mascot and the most famous mascot with a baseball head! --- Vox's new Netflix show, Explained, digs into the most fascinating and misunderstood topics of the day, from cryptocurrency to the racial wealth gap. Watch on Netflix now! netflix.com/explained

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]]> 2818 yes Pokemon Cards: A Brief History This week we're exploring a very specific part of the Pokemon phenomenon: Pokemon Cards! Where did they come from? Are they still around? What do they have to do with Magic: The Gathering? Allegra Frank tells all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 21 May 2018 05:22:00 -0000 Pokemon Cards: A Brief History full 1 27 Polygon This week we're exploring a very specific part of the Pokemon phenomenon: Pokemon Cards! Where did they come from? Are they still around? What do they have to do with Magic: The Gathering? Allegra Frank tells all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week we're exploring a very specific part of the Pokemon phenomenon: Pokemon Cards! Where did they come from? Are they still around? What do they have to do with Magic: The Gathering? Allegra Frank tells all!

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]]> 2571 yes The Undertaker Threw Mankind Off Hell in a Cell: A Brief History This week on The History of Fun we're inviting friend of the show and resident wrestling expert, Patrick Gill, to talk about an infamous moment in wrestling history, but don't don’t let this man distract you from the fact that in 1998, The Undertaker threw Mankind off Hell In A Cell, and plummeted 16 ft through an announcer’s table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 14 May 2018 05:05:00 -0000 The Undertaker Threw Mankind Off Hell in a Cell: A Brief History full 1 26 Polygon This week on The History of Fun we're inviting friend of the show and resident wrestling expert, Patrick Gill, to talk about an infamous moment in wrestling history, but don't don’t let this man distract you from the fact that in 1998, The Undertaker threw Mankind off Hell In A Cell, and plummeted 16 ft through an announcer’s table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week on The History of Fun we're inviting friend of the show and resident wrestling expert, Patrick Gill, to talk about an infamous moment in wrestling history, but don't don’t let this man distract you from the fact that in 1998, The Undertaker threw Mankind off Hell In A Cell, and plummeted 16 ft through an announcer’s table.

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]]> 2124 yes The World's Fair: A Brief History There was once a time where countries would throw these raucous, baller parties just to show off how dope they are. They were called World's Fairs. And although they technically still exist, they really don't. Russ looks back and celebrates some of the greatest World's Fairs ever held. Long live the Tennessee Wigsphere! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 07 May 2018 05:04:00 -0000 The World's Fair: A Brief History full 1 25 Polygon There was once a time where countries would throw these raucous, baller parties just to show off how dope they are. They were called World's Fairs. And although they technically still exist, they really don't. Russ looks back and celebrates some of the greatest World's Fairs ever held. Long live the Tennessee Wigsphere! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices There was once a time where countries would throw these raucous, baller parties just to show off how dope they are. They were called World's Fairs. And although they technically still exist, they really don't. Russ looks back and celebrates some of the greatest World's Fairs ever held. Long live the Tennessee Wigsphere!

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]]> 3112 yes Virtual Boy: A Brief History The wackiest (and most disasterous) Nintendo console of all time goes under the microscope! Who's bright idea was it to create this silly helmet contraption in the first place? Will it make you go blind? And what's with all the red? Chris Plante uncovers the truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 30 Apr 2018 05:16:00 -0000 Virtual Boy: A Brief History full 1 24 Polygon The wackiest (and most disasterous) Nintendo console of all time goes under the microscope! Who's bright idea was it to create this silly helmet contraption in the first place? Will it make you go blind? And what's with all the red? Chris Plante uncovers the truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The wackiest (and most disasterous) Nintendo console of all time goes under the microscope! Who's bright idea was it to create this silly helmet contraption in the first place? Will it make you go blind? And what's with all the red? Chris Plante uncovers the truth.

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]]> 2913 yes Neopets: A Brief History Neopets seem to be popping in the news lately, so we thought we'd shift this episode up a little bit in our schedule so y'all could learn the truth behind the craze that swept the internet. Allegra takes the wheel and fills us in on her penchant for pet theft, as well as the connections between Neopets and Scientology. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 23 Apr 2018 05:00:00 -0000 Neopets: A Brief History full 1 23 Polygon Neopets seem to be popping in the news lately, so we thought we'd shift this episode up a little bit in our schedule so y'all could learn the truth behind the craze that swept the internet. Allegra takes the wheel and fills us in on her penchant for pet theft, as well as the connections between Neopets and Scientology. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Neopets seem to be popping in the news lately, so we thought we'd shift this episode up a little bit in our schedule so y'all could learn the truth behind the craze that swept the internet. Allegra takes the wheel and fills us in on her penchant for pet theft, as well as the connections between Neopets and Scientology. Enjoy!

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]]> 3755 yes Trampolines: A Brief History It's fair to say that no toy in the history of the world has caused more carnage than the trampoline. Seems like a perfect fit for Allegra Frank, who clearly hates them but decided, yet again, to pick something she hates. Join her and us as we soar to the highest of highs and then break our bones upon landing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 16 Apr 2018 05:11:00 -0000 Trampolines: A Brief History full 1 22 Polygon It's fair to say that no toy in the history of the world has caused more carnage than the trampoline. Seems like a perfect fit for Allegra Frank, who clearly hates them but decided, yet again, to pick something she hates. Join her and us as we soar to the highest of highs and then break our bones upon landing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices It's fair to say that no toy in the history of the world has caused more carnage than the trampoline. Seems like a perfect fit for Allegra Frank, who clearly hates them but decided, yet again, to pick something she hates. Join her and us as we soar to the highest of highs and then break our bones upon landing.

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]]> 2714 yes Tamagotchi: A Brief History Ah, those gloriously-needy little egg babies! Today Russ is delving into the history of Tamagotchi, from their humble origins as aliens found in a lake by a lonely man to a worldwide juggernaut to something that some people remember sorta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 09 Apr 2018 05:30:00 -0000 Tamagotchi: A Brief History full 1 21 Polygon Ah, those gloriously-needy little egg babies! Today Russ is delving into the history of Tamagotchi, from their humble origins as aliens found in a lake by a lonely man to a worldwide juggernaut to something that some people remember sorta. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ah, those gloriously-needy little egg babies! Today Russ is delving into the history of Tamagotchi, from their humble origins as aliens found in a lake by a lonely man to a worldwide juggernaut to something that some people remember sorta.

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]]> 2052 yes Toys R Us: A Brief History Sorry I wasn't able to figure out how to type a backwards R here. Anyway, Chris Plante is back in action, sharing the epic origins of Toys R Us. Unfortunately this episode was RIPPED FROM THE HEADLINES as Toys R Us just completely folded earlier this month, but hey, let's all remember them fondly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 02 Apr 2018 05:06:00 -0000 Toys R Us: A Brief History full 1 20 Polygon Sorry I wasn't able to figure out how to type a backwards R here. Anyway, Chris Plante is back in action, sharing the epic origins of Toys R Us. Unfortunately this episode was RIPPED FROM THE HEADLINES as Toys R Us just completely folded earlier this month, but hey, let's all remember them fondly! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sorry I wasn't able to figure out how to type a backwards R here. Anyway, Chris Plante is back in action, sharing the epic origins of Toys R Us. Unfortunately this episode was RIPPED FROM THE HEADLINES as Toys R Us just completely folded earlier this month, but hey, let's all remember them fondly!

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]]> 3335 yes Roller Derby: A Brief History Because sticking wheels on your feet wasn't dangerous enough, today we welcome special guest Abby Russell from Giant Bomb, to talk about the history of roller derby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 26 Mar 2018 05:18:00 -0000 Roller Derby: A Brief History full 1 19 Polygon Because sticking wheels on your feet wasn't dangerous enough, today we welcome special guest Abby Russell from Giant Bomb, to talk about the history of roller derby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Because sticking wheels on your feet wasn't dangerous enough, today we welcome special guest Abby Russell from Giant Bomb, to talk about the history of roller derby.

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]]> 2167 yes Oreos: A Brief History What could be more fun than the Oreo cookie? Today we welcome special guest Daniela Galarza from Eater as she discusses the origins of the Oreo as well as what the future holds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 19 Mar 2018 05:10:00 -0000 Oreos: A Brief History full 1 18 Polygon What could be more fun than the Oreo cookie? Today we welcome special guest Daniela Galarza from Eater as she discusses the origins of the Oreo as well as what the future holds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What could be more fun than the Oreo cookie? Today we welcome special guest Daniela Galarza from Eater as she discusses the origins of the Oreo as well as what the future holds!

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]]> 2123 yes LEGO: A Brief History This week we explore the humble origins of the Lego Building Block, thanks to special guest Clayton Ashley! Denmark was forever changed, and you will be too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 12 Mar 2018 05:00:00 -0000 LEGO: A Brief History full 1 17 Polygon This week we explore the humble origins of the Lego Building Block, thanks to special guest Clayton Ashley! Denmark was forever changed, and you will be too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week we explore the humble origins of the Lego Building Block, thanks to special guest Clayton Ashley! Denmark was forever changed, and you will be too!

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]]> 2702 yes Happy Meals: A Brief History What kid didn't love making a weekly trip to McDonald's for a chance at a transforming shake toy? Today we're looking at the history of the McDonald's Happy Meal. This episode was very obviously not sponsored by McDonald's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 05 Mar 2018 17:52:00 -0000 Happy Meals: A Brief History full 1 16 Polygon What kid didn't love making a weekly trip to McDonald's for a chance at a transforming shake toy? Today we're looking at the history of the McDonald's Happy Meal. This episode was very obviously not sponsored by McDonald's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What kid didn't love making a weekly trip to McDonald's for a chance at a transforming shake toy? Today we're looking at the history of the McDonald's Happy Meal. This episode was very obviously not sponsored by McDonald's.

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]]> 3119 yes Mr. Potato Head: A Brief History What a tangled web this starchy toy has weaved throughout the years. Sit back and let Chris Plante fill you in on the sorted adventures of Mr. Potato Head and his brood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 26 Feb 2018 06:09:00 -0000 Mr. Potato Head: A Brief History full 1 15 Polygon What a tangled web this starchy toy has weaved throughout the years. Sit back and let Chris Plante fill you in on the sorted adventures of Mr. Potato Head and his brood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What a tangled web this starchy toy has weaved throughout the years. Sit back and let Chris Plante fill you in on the sorted adventures of Mr. Potato Head and his brood.

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]]> 2114 yes Poker: A Brief History Get ready to lose your shirt! This week Russ takes us into the scaly underbelly of the origins of poker. Matt Damon rejoice! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 19 Feb 2018 06:00:00 -0000 Poker: A Brief History full 1 14 Polygon Get ready to lose your shirt! This week Russ takes us into the scaly underbelly of the origins of poker. Matt Damon rejoice! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Get ready to lose your shirt! This week Russ takes us into the scaly underbelly of the origins of poker. Matt Damon rejoice!

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]]> 2273 yes Jump Rope: A Brief History All you need is a rope, two hands, and a dream. Let Allegra Frank lead you through the history of the mighty jumping rope! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 12 Feb 2018 06:20:00 -0000 Jump Rope: A Brief History full 1 13 Polygon All you need is a rope, two hands, and a dream. Let Allegra Frank lead you through the history of the mighty jumping rope! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices All you need is a rope, two hands, and a dream. Let Allegra Frank lead you through the history of the mighty jumping rope!

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]]> 2461 yes Duke Nukem Forever: A Brief History What happens when a game gets delayed? And delayed? And delayed again? Let Chris Plante tell the sorted tale of Duke Nukem Forever, the game that never was and then suddenly actually was. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 05 Feb 2018 06:16:00 -0000 Duke Nukem Forever: A Brief History full 1 12 Polygon What happens when a game gets delayed? And delayed? And delayed again? Let Chris Plante tell the sorted tale of Duke Nukem Forever, the game that never was and then suddenly actually was. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices What happens when a game gets delayed? And delayed? And delayed again? Let Chris Plante tell the sorted tale of Duke Nukem Forever, the game that never was and then suddenly actually was.

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]]> 2804 yes Sledding: A Brief History Wintertime is upon us. How long have people been hitting the slopes? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 29 Jan 2018 16:13:15 -0000 Sledding: A Brief History full 1 11 Polygon Wintertime is upon us. How long have people been hitting the slopes? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wintertime is upon us. How long have people been hitting the slopes? Let's find out!

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]]> 1979 yes N-Gage: A Mercifully Brief History The world has never seen a device quite like the N-Gage. Actually, that's not true. There was a second one. Why, oh, why, you ask? Allegra Frank is on the case! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 22 Jan 2018 17:26:00 -0000 N-Gage: A Mercifully Brief History full 1 10 Polygon The world has never seen a device quite like the N-Gage. Actually, that's not true. There was a second one. Why, oh, why, you ask? Allegra Frank is on the case! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices The world has never seen a device quite like the N-Gage. Actually, that's not true. There was a second one. Why, oh, why, you ask? Allegra Frank is on the case!

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]]> 3097 yes Tokyo DisneySea: A Brief History If you've never heard of it before, prepare to be introduced to one of the most incredible and over-the-top theme parks in the history of the world: Tokyo DisneySea. Take it away, Chris Plante! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 15 Jan 2018 07:20:00 -0000 Tokyo DisneySea: A Brief History full 1 9 Polygon If you've never heard of it before, prepare to be introduced to one of the most incredible and over-the-top theme parks in the history of the world: Tokyo DisneySea. Take it away, Chris Plante! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices If you've never heard of it before, prepare to be introduced to one of the most incredible and over-the-top theme parks in the history of the world: Tokyo DisneySea. Take it away, Chris Plante!

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]]> 2383 yes GoldenEye 007: A Brief History This week we explore one of the most well-known shooters of all time: GoldenEye 007 on the N64. Join us as we dig deep into the insanely disaster-prone, understaffed team that managed to pull off the impossible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 08 Jan 2018 08:00:00 -0000 GoldenEye 007: A Brief History full 1 8 Polygon This week we explore one of the most well-known shooters of all time: GoldenEye 007 on the N64. Join us as we dig deep into the insanely disaster-prone, understaffed team that managed to pull off the impossible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This week we explore one of the most well-known shooters of all time: GoldenEye 007 on the N64. Join us as we dig deep into the insanely disaster-prone, understaffed team that managed to pull off the impossible.

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]]> 2231 yes Beanie Babies: A Brief History In this episode, Allegra Frank explores the skyrocketing highs and the horrifying lows of the Beanie Baby phenomenon of the mid-90s. Where did they come from? Where did they go? Will they ever return in greater numbers? Yes, before there was BitCoin, there were Beanie Babies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 01 Jan 2018 07:00:00 -0000 Beanie Babies: A Brief History full 1 7 Polygon In this episode, Allegra Frank explores the skyrocketing highs and the horrifying lows of the Beanie Baby phenomenon of the mid-90s. Where did they come from? Where did they go? Will they ever return in greater numbers? Yes, before there was BitCoin, there were Beanie Babies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode, Allegra Frank explores the skyrocketing highs and the horrifying lows of the Beanie Baby phenomenon of the mid-90s. Where did they come from? Where did they go? Will they ever return in greater numbers? Yes, before there was BitCoin, there were Beanie Babies.

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]]> 2394 yes Street Fighter (The Movie): A Brief History In this episode, Chris Plante delves into the seedy underbelly that was the production of Street Fighter: The Movie, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme. He promises drugs, booze and celebrity scandal. In short, Ryu would be ashamed. I feel like no one reads this, but in case you're super bored and reading this instead of the bathroom graffiti, maybe you wanna take a minute to review our lovely podcast on Apple Podcasts / iTunes? It would mean so much to us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 25 Dec 2017 07:00:00 -0000 Street Fighter (The Movie): A Brief History full 1 6 Polygon In this episode, Chris Plante delves into the seedy underbelly that was the production of Street Fighter: The Movie, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme. He promises drugs, booze and celebrity scandal. In short, Ryu would be ashamed. I feel like no one reads this, but in case you're super bored and reading this instead of the bathroom graffiti, maybe you wanna take a minute to review our lovely podcast on Apple Podcasts / iTunes? It would mean so much to us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In this episode, Chris Plante delves into the seedy underbelly that was the production of Street Fighter: The Movie, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme. He promises drugs, booze and celebrity scandal. In short, Ryu would be ashamed. I feel like no one reads this, but in case you're super bored and reading this instead of the bathroom graffiti, maybe you wanna take a minute to review our lovely podcast on Apple Podcasts / iTunes? It would mean so much to us!

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]]> 2085 yes Super Mario Kart: A Brief History In today's episode we explore our very first video game: Super Mario Kart. Yes, the very first entry in the long-running Mario Kart series isn't exactly the most beloved, but it's good to know where it all came from, right? Right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 18 Dec 2017 17:00:00 -0000 Super Mario Kart: A Brief History full 1 5 Polygon In today's episode we explore our very first video game: Super Mario Kart. Yes, the very first entry in the long-running Mario Kart series isn't exactly the most beloved, but it's good to know where it all came from, right? Right? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices In today's episode we explore our very first video game: Super Mario Kart. Yes, the very first entry in the long-running Mario Kart series isn't exactly the most beloved, but it's good to know where it all came from, right? Right?

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]]> 1593 yes Dodgeball (aka Deathball): A Brief History On today's episode, Allegra takes the reigns and walks Russ and Chris through the dangerous origins of the game most known as Dodgeball. Where did it come from? Who is fighting against it? Why was Chris Plante such a target in elementary school? All will be revealed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 11 Dec 2017 16:24:28 -0000 Dodgeball (aka Deathball): A Brief History full 1 4 Polygon On today's episode, Allegra takes the reigns and walks Russ and Chris through the dangerous origins of the game most known as Dodgeball. Where did it come from? Who is fighting against it? Why was Chris Plante such a target in elementary school? All will be revealed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices On today's episode, Allegra takes the reigns and walks Russ and Chris through the dangerous origins of the game most known as Dodgeball. Where did it come from? Who is fighting against it? Why was Chris Plante such a target in elementary school? All will be revealed.

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]]> 2653 yes Chuck E. Cheese: A Brief History Whether you spent time there as a child or it just haunts your dreams when you close your eyes at night, Chuck E. Cheese is a mainstay of American culture. Today we explore the hidden wonders / horrors of Chuck E. Cheese and its famous singing robots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 11 Dec 2017 16:20:31 -0000 Chuck E. Cheese: A Brief History full 1 3 Polygon Whether you spent time there as a child or it just haunts your dreams when you close your eyes at night, Chuck E. Cheese is a mainstay of American culture. Today we explore the hidden wonders / horrors of Chuck E. Cheese and its famous singing robots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Whether you spent time there as a child or it just haunts your dreams when you close your eyes at night, Chuck E. Cheese is a mainstay of American culture. Today we explore the hidden wonders / horrors of Chuck E. Cheese and its famous singing robots.

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]]> 2937 yes Monopoly: A Brief History Ah, Monopoly, the game that lasts forever and makes you hate your friends. In their first episode, Russ Frushtick, Allegra Frank and Chris Plante explore the origins of the Parker Bros. game from hell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 11 Dec 2017 16:13:31 -0000 Monopoly: A Brief History full 1 2 Polygon Ah, Monopoly, the game that lasts forever and makes you hate your friends. In their first episode, Russ Frushtick, Allegra Frank and Chris Plante explore the origins of the Parker Bros. game from hell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ah, Monopoly, the game that lasts forever and makes you hate your friends. In their first episode, Russ Frushtick, Allegra Frank and Chris Plante explore the origins of the Parker Bros. game from hell.

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]]> 2025 yes Welcome to The History of Fun Ever wonder who came up with the idea for Monopoly? Or where the Chuck E. Cheese robots come from? Or what caused the downfall of the Beanie Babies? Join Polygon's Russ Frushtick, Allegra Frank and Chris Plante on a weekly journey of discovery called The History of Fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 08 Dec 2017 14:12:07 -0000 Welcome to The History of Fun trailer 1 1 Polygon Ever wonder who came up with the idea for Monopoly? Or where the Chuck E. Cheese robots come from? Or what caused the downfall of the Beanie Babies? Join Polygon's Russ Frushtick, Allegra Frank and Chris Plante on a weekly journey of discovery called The History of Fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ever wonder who came up with the idea for Monopoly? Or where the Chuck E. Cheese robots come from? Or what caused the downfall of the Beanie Babies? Join Polygon's Russ Frushtick, Allegra Frank and Chris Plante on a weekly journey of discovery called The History of Fun.

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