Welcome to the premiere of the Retroist Podcast! I'm excited to kick things off with one of my all-time favorite pop culture icons, "The Rubik's Cube."
In today's episode, we'll dive deep into the colorful world of the Magic Cube. I'll share some fun facts, taking a look at the puzzle cube’s history, from its invention to its rise as a global phenomenon. Along the way, I’ll share some of the retro commercials that made this puzzling toy a household name.
But that's not all. We'll also explore the animated version of the show, "Rubik, the Amazing Cube." While some people don’t have a high opinion of the show, I am a big fan. Every week I went out of my way to watch it and when it went away, I made a real effort to collect the show on traded VHS.
As this is my first episode, I anticipate some tweaks in pacing and format as I find my way in podcast. I'm also looking forward to adding new voices and perspectives to the mix, making this podcast a collaborative journey through retro pop culture.
So, I kindly ask for your patience as I navigate this exciting process. Together, we'll uncover the gems of the past, celebrate the quirks of nostalgia, and hopefully, learn some cool stuff along the way.
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Production Notes
This is a redo of my original episode. The quality was low and the show was very short. Hopefully you enjoy this version better. The original episode can still be found on the Internet Archive if you are curious.
Thanks for listening to the show and I hope you have a great weekend.
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