Children's Toys Of The 1980S Episodes

Send us Fan Mail Thank you for tuning in! On today's episode, we are discussing an infamous comic strip character who had a profound impact on my life, and that would be Dennis the Menace! Join me as we look back to his first appearance in newspapers in 1951, and all of the incarnations we've experienced over the last 75 years. In this episode, I mentioned my appearance on another fellow Pop Culture Podcast show, Retromade. You can find this awesome show here. I...

Send us a text Thank you for tuning in! On today's show, we are taking a look back at some questionable toys, primarily from the 1980s and 1990s, with a special addition from the 1950s. All of them have one bizarre characteristic in common - they all wet themselves. I was equal parts fascinated and horrified to learn and re-learn about some of these toys, including, but not limited to, Betsy Wetsey, Puppy Surprise, and more! Here are a few websites that I referenced in...

Send us a text Thank you for tuning in! On today's episode, I am joined once again by Jason Lady, a talented author, certified Gen X'er, and nostalgia nerd much like myself! In this episode, we take a look at our top 10 favorite tv commercial jingles, which we remember fondly from our childhoods, growing up in the '80s and '90s. I created a playlist on YouTube of our favorite jingles, you can check that out here. Support the show Visit: https://www.popcultureretrospective.c...

Send us a text Thank you for tuning in! On today's show, we are taking a deep dive into Disneyland Records (now Walt Disney Records) and two of their classic children's albums, Disco Mickey Mouse and Totally Minnie. My sister and I LOVED both of these albums and listened to them constantly as children. You will learn more than you probably ever wanted to know about these two records as well as a TV special that did not do one of the albums justice! If you want to watch the "Totally Minnie" TV s...

Send us a text Thank you for tuning in! On today's show we are taking a deep dive into some relics of the past, in particular the 80s toys, electronics, and more that Jason Lady and I would love to have! Join us as we discuss our top 10 wish list items from the 1980s! You can find Jason, here: https://www.jasonrlady.com/ Check out old Sears & JC Penney Catalogs, here: https://christmas.musetechnical.com/ Listen to the '80s and '90s Uncensored' podcast! Yours truly has been on several episodes...

Thank you for tuning in! On today's show, we are taking a trip back to the 1990s where we will be looking at all of the top-selling holiday toys for each year from 1990-1999! It's a fascinating look back at a time when people would do WHATEVER it took to get a popular toy! I mentioned a few other relevant episodes I've done over the years, you can check them out here: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: https://www.popcultureretrospective.com/pop-culture-retrospective-podcast-50-teenage-mutant-ninja...

Thank you for tuning in! On today's show, we will be taking a look back at some of the most well-known and beloved school supply brands from the 80s and 90s including Mead, Lisa Frank, Five Star, Trapper Keeper, and JanSport. You will learn about the early days of the companies, what they are known for, and where they stand in the current school supply market. It was a really fascinating trip down memory lane and I think you will love it as much as I did! At the end of this episode, I mentioned...

Thank you for tuning in! On today's show, I welcome Brian from Totally Toys, who is passionate about toys from childhood and an expert! From the Pee Wee Herman doll to Legos to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Brian and I will help stir up some nostalgia for listeners today on this episode! You can find Brian in his Facebook group - all focused on toys! https://www.facebook.com/groups/557782806323525 Here is a link to his Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/totallytoysmi/ Support the sho...

Thank you for tuning in! On today's show we will be taking a look back at the top holiday toys for each year spanning 1980 to 1989. From the Rubik's cube to He-Man to Popples, and everything in between, you will learn not only what toys were at the top of kid's wish lists, but also a bit of a backstory behind each item. So kick back, relax and enjoy! Please check out my new website! Yahoo! Visit: www.popcultureretrospective.com You can listen to old episodes, read more about the show, leave rev...

Hello and thank you for tuning in! On today's show we will be taking a look back at the Sanrio Company. What started in the 1960s as a company selling silk and sandals, evolved into one of the most popular characters in pop-culture history! Enjoy!

Thank you for tuning in! On today's show we will be taking a look at some of the more bizarre toys and collectibles of the 80s and 90s like the Furby, Beanie Babies and Trolls. I didn't realize there was such a rich backstory to many of these toys. On the show I mentioned a few things you may want to check out: SNL Skit about Beanie Babies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zatUernhzNw Beanie Babies Book: https://www.amazon.com/Great-Beanie-Baby-Bubble-Toy/dp/1591848008 Trolls Museum aka "The ...

Thank you for tuning in! On today's episode we will be taking a look back at some of the most popular toy and cartoon bears from the 1980s, specially Teddy Ruxpin, The Care Bears and Gummi Bears. You will learn how they came to be and the impact they had on children all over the world. You will also hear an article from a woman who just loves her bears! Reach out! Instagram: @popcultureretrospective Twitter: @popcultureretro Email: popcultureretrospective@gmail.com

Thank you for tuning in! On today's episode we will be taking a look back at the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, a staple in many children's toy boxes and VHS players in the 80s and 90s. What started as a simple sketch evolved into a comic book which then took off into toys, a television series and so much more! So kick back, relax and enjoy! Contact me anytime: Email- popcultureretrospective@gmail.com Instagram - @popcultureretrospective Twitter- @popcultureretro

Welcome to the show, thank you for tuning in! On today's show we will be discussing My Little Pony, the equine empire that started out as a toy horse called 'My Pretty Pony' in 1981. You'll hear how the toys got their start, the extensive media presence they've had and just how long they've lasted in the spotlight. So kick back, relax and enjoy! Please contact me anytime! Email: popcultureretrospective@gmail.com Twitter: @popcultureretro Instagram: popcultureretrospective

Thank you for tuning in! On today's episode we will be discussing Strawberry Shortcake, the brainchild of American Greetings, a greeting card company based in the United States. Her origins date all the way back to the 1970s. You will learn all about her rise in popularity and the various incarnations that have been developed over the past 4 decades. It's quite an interesting story so thank you for tuning in! Reach out to me anytime- Email: popcultureretrospective@gmail.com Instagram: @popcul...

Thank you for tuning in to the Pop Culture Retrospective Podcast! This show is dedicated to, and inspired by, my sister. On today's episode, you will learn about the history of Fisher Price Toys, a staple in American households (and abroad) for almost 100 years! You will learn about the company's early days with their "16 Hopefuls" all the way to their current status as a billion dollar company. You'll also learn about which toys my sister and I had as children, including some that I still have...

Hello and welcome to the Pop Cuture Retrospective Podcast! Thank you for tuning in! On today's episode, you will learn all about Rainbow Brite, the iconic cartoon character from the 1980s. You will learn about her beginnings at Hallmark as well as her explosion in the licensing and merchandise division. You will also learn about the various methods with which she hit the small and big screen including the animated series, the terrifying life action specials and the feature-length movie. So kic...