Episode 33: Toys, Toys and Poncho Wheels?

Every kid had a least one toy they really enjoyed growing up. What was yours? On this episode listen in as your host Dan, Travis C., Travis M. and Alan each reminisce about a toy they were fond of as children and cover the history/backstory behind those toys. Learn about toys, such as, Micro Machines, Ghostbusters and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Before the guys get into the nitty gritty world of toys, they’ll discuss an article about a man who had an extra $8.2 million dollars deposited into his account and debate on whether or not they would personally keep the funds or report the error. So, get out your favorite toy, hold it tight and hang on for a fun ride!

 

• (11:44) What would you do if $8.2 million was mistakenly deposited into your bank account?

 

• (21:35) Hot Wheel Planes, Telescopes and Independence Day

 

• (32:36) Micro Machines

 

• (50:26) Ghostbusters

 

• (1:20:35) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

 

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Source Material

Articles

Indiana Man Who Received Stimulus Payment Finds $8.2 Million in His Bank Account

Wikipedia: Micro Machines

Micro Machines: Not Just for Stepping On!

Nostalgic Micro Machines Toy Cars Are Making a Comeback in 2020

 

Videos

The History of Micro Machines: Fast Talking, Teeny Tiny Vehicles of the 80's & 90's (YouTube)

The Toys that Made Us (Netflix)