‘Come On Barbie, Let’s Go Party’

12 Mar 2025 • 30 min • EN
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Hey, Barbie Girls! On March 9th, 1959, the now-legendary Barbie doll debuted at the International Toy Fair. She was controversial from the start; her hot bod scandalized parents and intrigued kids across the country. But while grown-ups were clutching their pearls, a more pointed battle was brewing -- over the purpose of Barbie and the nature of play. This episode originally aired March 8, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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