Category Archives: Business History

Business History, Collectibles and Investments, Marketing History

The Pet Rock Millionaire: How One Man Sold Smooth Stones for $3.95 and Made a Fortune

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pet rock rock concert original
10
Aug

The Inception of the Pet Rock Craze The Pet Rock phenomenon began in the mid-1970s, a unique creation stemmed from the innovative mind of Gary Dahl, an advertising executive. Amidst a cultural backdrop defined by consumerism and a growing penchant for novelty items, Dahl conceptualized the idea of selling smooth rocks as pets. The simplicity […]

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Business History, Collectibles and Investments, Pop Culture

The Beanie Baby Stock Market Crash: How Stuffed Toys Cost People Thousands in 2000

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beanie babies
10
Aug

The Rise of Beanie Babies: A Collectible Phenomenon In the early 1990s, Beanie Babies emerged from Ty Inc., a company founded by Ty Warner, as a unique line of stuffed toys filled with plastic pellets, giving them a distinctive feel and appearance. Initially introduced in 1993, these plush toys quickly captured the hearts of children […]

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Business History, Food and Beverage, Music History, Pop Culture

When Breakfast Cereal Went Punk: Exploring the 1980s Cereal Mascots with Mohawks and Sunglasses

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monster mash cereal
10
Aug

The Rise of Punk Culture in the 1980s The 1980s marked a significant era in the evolution of popular culture, characterized by the emergence of punk culture as a powerful sociocultural movement. Steeped in rebellion and nonconformity, punk culture reflected a wide-ranging discontent with the socio-political climate of the time, leading to a distinctive youth-driven […]

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Business History, Food and Beverage

Crystal Pepsi: The Clear Soda Fad of the ’90s That Disappeared Fast

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crystal pepsi 92
09
Aug

The Introduction of Crystal Pepsi Crystal Pepsi, a product launched by PepsiCo in 1992, emerged as a distinctive attempt to capture consumer interest during a vibrant era characterized by innovation and novelty. The beverage was intriguing not only because of its taste but also due to its unique color—completely transparent. This clear soda was created […]

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Art & Design, Business History

The Origin of the Smiley Face: A Simple Icon with a Profound Impact

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smile face
09
Aug

The Man Behind the Icon: Harvey Ball Harvey Ball, an American commercial artist born in 1921, grew up in Worcester, Massachusetts. His journey into the world of art and design began early in his life, as he displayed a keen interest in drawing and creativity. After graduating from the Worcester Art Museum School, Ball’s professional […]

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