The “Token Minority” Character In the ’80s, it was almost guaranteed that any movie featuring a diverse cast would reduce non-white characters to shallow stereotypes. These characters were often written with no depth, existing solely to prop up the white […]
1. The Magic School Bus The Magic School Bus was the definition of educational fun. Ms. Frizzle and her wild adventures with the class took us on trips that combined science with thrilling, imaginative journeys. One day, they were shrunk
“Thriller” by Michael Jackson Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” is the music video that started it all when it comes to iconic choreography. From the first eerie notes to the moment the zombies rise, it was a cultural reset. Released in the
Super Mario 64 Back in the ’90s, nothing felt more mind-blowing than booting up Super Mario 64 for the first time. It was the moment we realized gaming had changed forever, and we were about to embark on a 3D
Michael Jackson for Suzuki Love Michael Jackson was the King of Pop, but in the ’80s, he was also the king of baffling endorsements. One of the strangest? His partnership with Suzuki to promote the Love scooter in Japan. Picture
Liver and Onions There was a time when liver and onions were considered a staple dinner, mainly because liver was cheap, packed with nutrients, and widely available. It was a go-to meal for boomers who grew up in households where
1. The Homemade Oil Lamp That Went Wrong Back in the ’70s, creating homemade oil lamps was all the rage, but it didn’t always end well. Many people used old mason jars, filled them with cooking oil, and inserted a
