Imaginary Worlds

Bonus: Turtles and Toys Outtakes

Mar 6, 2024
Guest
Isaac Elliot-Fisher
Discover the term 'toyetic' coined by Bernie Loomis of Kenner Toys and the evolution of marketing to children. Learn about the risky business of licensed toys, the unlikely origins of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and the complex partnership dynamics of creative partners. Delve into the history of He-Man and the darker tones of the 1990 live action TMNT film.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Evolution of Marketing to Children in the 70s and 80s
01:45 • 2min
3
Risk and Rewards of Licensed Toys
03:54 • 6min
4
The Unlikely Origins of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
09:51 • 7min
5
Exploring the Complex Relationship of Creative Partners
16:57 • 4min