Get ready for a festive ride with this holiday-themed compilation episode! From trivia fun to family cooking adventures, learn about male-to-male power cord dangers, Barbie controversies, KFC Christmas traditions in Japan, and more. Join the hosts as they spread holiday cheer and share their favorite moments from past episodes.
The podcast discussed controversial statements made by Teen Talk Barbie, highlighting the impact of perpetuating stereotypes.
Mattel's recall of the Barbie and Tanner set due to safety concerns with loose magnets was featured, showcasing a significant product issue.
The Good Job Brain podcast's holiday clip show covered a wide range of festive trivia, including Christmas carols, traditions, movies, and unique facts from around the world.
Deep dives
Barbie and Tanner Set's Recall
In 2006, Mattel released the Barbie and Tanner set, which included Tanner, Barbie's dog, along with a magnetic poop scooper as an accessory. The recall was due to loose magnets in the accessories posing a safety risk.
Teen Talk Barbie Controversy
In 1992, Teen Talk Barbie faced backlash when pressing a button made her say 'Math is tough.' Parents and educators criticized this statement as perpetuating negative stereotypes about girls and intelligence, sparking controversy and disapproval.
Good Job Brain Podcast: Holiday Clip Show and Trivia Challenges
The Good Job Brain podcast featured a holiday clip show with trivia challenges, including segments on Christmas carols, holiday traditions, Christmas movies, and North Pole facts. The hosts engaged in festive quiz sessions, sharing facts about unique Christmas mysteries and traditions from around the world.
Mattel's Response to Controversial Barbie Phrases
Mattel allowed parents to exchange Barbies that included a phrase about math being tough. The president acknowledged the phrase's negative impact and released a modified version without it.
Controversial Barbie Products and Characters
Barbie and Ken had a break-up followed by Barbie's interaction with an Australian character named Blaine. Challenges arose with products like Growing Up Skipper featuring inflatable breasts. The podcast also delved into controversies surrounding Barbie books and holiday sets.
Start getting into the jolly spirit with this anthology! We're shoving our favorite holiday-themed segments from the past decade into your ears. We got toys under the tree! We got scrumptious seasonal fare! We got family members who are up in your business! We got inescapable holiday tunes! So c'mon all, follow Trivia Santa this episode as he circumnavigates our catalogue through time and space on his Christmas donkey. (Even though we still cringe and hearing our younger selves.)