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The Morbid History Podcast · July 8 · 42 min

Episode 17: Danger In The Toy Aisle

They were approved, tested, wrapped, and put under Christmas trees. In this episode, we examine the dangerous, baffling, and occasionally radioactive history of American toys. From a 1950’s science kit that came with actual uranium ore and a government seal of approval, to a beloved Cabbage Patch doll with a motorized jaw, no off switch, and no ability to distinguish between a plastic carrot and a child's hair. Because progress in toy safety is real. It was also paid for. And not always cheaply. Original music in this episode is provided by the talented: SHDWLRKR www.MorbidHistoryPod.com

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They were approved, tested, wrapped, and put under Christmas trees.

In this episode, we examine the dangerous, baffling, and occasionally radioactive history of American toys. 

From a 1950’s science kit that came with actual uranium ore and a government seal of approval, to a beloved Cabbage Patch doll with a motorized jaw, no off switch, and no ability to distinguish between a plastic carrot and a child's hair.

Because progress in toy safety is real.

It was also paid for.
And not always cheaply.

 

Original music in this episode is provided by the talented:
SHDWLRKR

www.MorbidHistoryPod.com

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