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The History of Fun

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, A... Read more

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Water Parks: A Brief History

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 w... Read more

6 Aug 2018

51mins

Ranked #2

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Neopets: A Brief History

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 ... Read more

23 Apr 2018

1hr 2mins

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Super Mario Kart: A Brief History

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... Read more

18 Dec 2017

26mins

Ranked #4

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Duke Nukem Forever: A Brief History

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 Nuk... Read more

5 Feb 2018

46mins

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Manga: A Brief History

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... Read more

30 Jul 2018

44mins

Ranked #6

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Dodgeball (aka Deathball): A Brief History

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 kno... Read more

11 Dec 2017

44mins

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SNICK: A Brief History

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 bec... Read more

13 Aug 2018

51mins

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Virtual Boy: A Brief History

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 ... Read more

30 Apr 2018

48mins

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The World's Fair: A Brief History

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... Read more

7 May 2018

51mins

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Happy Meals: A Brief History

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... Read more

5 Mar 2018

51mins

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Karaoke: A Brief History

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... Read more

20 Aug 2018

50mins

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Beanie Babies: A Brief History

Beanie Babies: A Brief History

In this episode, Allegra Frank explores the skyrocketing highs and the horrifying lows of the Beanie Baby phenomenon of ... Read more

1 Jan 2018

39mins

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Pokemon Cards: A Brief History

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 t... Read more

21 May 2018

42mins

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Tokyo DisneySea: A Brief History

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 ... Read more

15 Jan 2018

39mins

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Trampolines: A Brief History

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 perfe... Read more

16 Apr 2018

45mins

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The Sharper Image: A Brief History

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 o... Read more

27 Aug 2018

37mins

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Toys R Us: A Brief History

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 ep... Read more

2 Apr 2018

55mins

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GoldenEye 007: A Brief History

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 i... Read more

8 Jan 2018

37mins

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LEGO: A Brief History

LEGO: A Brief History

This week we explore the humble origins of the Lego Building Block, thanks to special guest Clayton Ashley! Denmark was ... Read more

12 Mar 2018

45mins

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Mission Impossible: A Brief History

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... Read more

20 Jul 2018

1hr 9mins

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