Mark Lavine's Podcast On The Mark
All of us have had toys and games we loved. Maybe you played with a Slinky, Lincoln logs or had an Easy Bake Oven.
Did you play Monopoly, Scrabble or chess?I research games and toys to find their origins. You will be surprised of how some of them originated. So join me on our toy and game journey!
Did you play Monopoly, Scrabble or chess?I research games and toys to find their origins. You will be surprised of how some of them originated. So join me on our toy and game journey!
Episodes
34 episodes
Toy Stories 23 Toy Safety
In this episode of On The Mark, I discuss the importance of Toy safety for you and your children. It is surprising how many hospital visits were related to injuries from the wrong toy for the child's age. Please enjoy this episode.&nbs...
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9:09
The History of Basketball
WE have all played basketball at one time or another. But did you know the origin of basketball? Sit back and listen to this episode of On The Mark
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7:28
Baseball In America
This episode of Mark Lavine's Of On The Mark discusses the beginning of baseball in America.There are some surprises to On The Mark
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12:06
Toy Stories 19
College and professional football has been with us since 1869. Have you wondered how football came to the United States? Find out in this episode of On the Mark.
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15:19
Lite brites and kites
Many of us were fascinated by the lite show we made with Lite Brite. Learn how it was discovered.Kites have been with us for over 3000 years. Did you know how they were used? Find out in this episode of Mark Lavine's On The Mark...
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9:39
Toy Stories 16 Learn about bobbleheads and Silly Putty
Most of us either owned a bobblehead or had played with one. Major league Baseball was the first to introduce bobbleheads to the public. Learn why!Did you know why Silly Putty was discovered as a replacement for natural rubber during ...
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8:38
Toy Stories 15 Balsa Wood airplanes and gliders What is a Chatter Ring???
Long before computers, videos and cell phones we had balsa wood airplanes. They were fun to fly and boy were they cheap to buyFind out what a Chatter Ring can do
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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9:22
Toy Story 13 Masters of the Universe
This episode of On The Mark is about the origin of Masters of the Universe and how it has attracted so many followers the around world.Our second section is about how Playskool Manufacturing is still making educational toys and...
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8:44
Toy Stories12
This episode of On The Mark is about the origins of Cornhole, Badminton and Tennis.It amazes me how toys and games become so popular and part of our heritage.Please enjoy this episode of On the Mark. If you have a toy or game you would ...
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10:14
Toy stories 11-2
Pickleball has become a very popular game in recent years. Learn how it became so successful.Toy guns have been around since the civil war. They have an interesting history.Since the 1800' s squirt guns have been a fun w...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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11:40
The Origin of playing cards, The game of Cribbage and stuffed animals
Learn the origins of some of your favorite stuffed toys, the origin of paying cards and the origin of Cribbage.
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10:22
Toy Stories 9
As we continue our quest to learn the origins of toys and games I have researched the origins of Betty Boop doll, Scrabble and the game of Clue. I think you will find these stories quite interesting and enjoyable.
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12:10
Untitled Episode
Match box cars have been around for decades. Learn how and where they originated.Monopoly has been a favorite for over 75 years. It is still popular today. The Red Ryder Rifle from Daisy is still around. Please watch A ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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11:25
Trains, Spinning tops and Madame Alexander
Lionel trains have been around for over sixty years. The iconic train company had an interesting history. Many people love Madame Alexander doll and they have become quite valuable. The spinning top history is filled with cultura...
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12:37
Toy Stories5
Having played with hundreds of different toys growing up I wanted to share my experiences with you. My goal is to explore the origin of toys and how they have impacted our lives. So please enjoy listening to Mark Lavine's Podcast On...
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9:01
Toy Stories4
This episode uncovers the origin of several toys you played with as a child. Listen to this episode with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate and enjoy reminiscing about the days gone by.
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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8:23
The Histories of Cabbage Patch kids and GI Joe.
You may have had either a GI Joe or a Cabbage Patch Kid. They both became popular in the 1970's and 1980's. Their histories are quite interesting. Please enjoy the trip.
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8:44
Toy Stories 3
We continue to talk about the toys we played with in our childhoods. You will be surprised how most of these toys originated. So please continue to listen and take a walk back in time and reminisce about the toys that helped s...
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9:23