Novelties
‘The Nanny’ Reunion: Charles Shaughnessy & Daniel Davis Recall Hilarious Hospital Scene With Fran Drescher
The cast recalls unforgettable scenes, amazing guest stars and the experience of growing up together on television.
Elizabeth Taylor’s Demands on ‘The Nanny’ Included a Tiffany Gift Valued at $5,000
‘The dressing room she was in had to be painted lavender. The towels and the washcloths had to be lavender.’
How Well Do You Remember the 1960s Monster Craze on TV, Movies & More?
Go back to the great Monster craze of the ’60s and test your knowledge of all the monster mashes, b-movies, ghoulish TV shows and more!
The Biggest ‘Wizard of Oz’ Rumor That Isn’t True
Oz historian debunks rumors and shares her massive collection.
Whatever Happened to the Retro Futuristica Xanadu Houses?
These funky foam houses were tech homes of the future.
Kurt Russell to Make First-Ever Appearance at Fan Expo Chicago, Plus William Shatner, Mel Gibson, ‘Supernatural,’ ‘The Boys,’ ‘Goonies’ and More!
See all the celebrities and cast reunions planned for the 2026 Fan Expo in Chicago August 14-16.
How World War II Changed Baseball Forever and Revived America’s Pastime
In 1946, when world war ii was over, the game’s best returned and America found itself renewed.
Offbeat America: Beloved Roadside Attractions, Weird Wonders & Rocks!
Oh, the places you’ll go!
7 Things You Didn’t Know About Coppertone Sunscreen & Its Famous Ad Campaign
Do you remember those Little Miss Coppertone ads?
25 Top Eats & Nostalgic Treats That Americans Love
A savory menu for the memory of the foods, diners and dishes that define America.
Pet Rocks, Roller Skates, and Shag Carpet — Do You Remember These Forgotten ’70s Fads?
A look back at wildest trends of the ‘Me Decade.’
6 Creepy Childhood Toys That Terrified Kids for Generations
A look back at some of the most frightening childhood toys and games from yesteryear.
Whatever Happened to Mr. Yuk Stickers & Where Can You Still Get Them?
Did they scare you from drinking bleach as a kid?
Whatever Happened to Pirates World? The Forgotten Theme Park Where The Doors Played
The park featured themed areas, rides from the World’s Fair, and even a film studio.
Why These 20-Foot Giants Are Among Route 66’s Most Beloved Attractions
As Route 66 turns 100, Americans are hitting the road to rediscover these iconic giants.
Route 66’s Famous Blue Whale Gets Massive Makeover for 100th Anniversary
The Catoosa, Oklahoma, beloved blue landmark gets an update.
Henry Winkler on ‘Hazardous History’ Season 2: ‘We’ve Unleashed a Monster!’ (Exclusive)
The ‘Happy Days’ star reveals more of history’s most dangerous toys, products, pastimes and crazes.
MeTV’s Collectors Call Season 7 Starts With Some Game Show History (Exclusive)
Bob Boden has worked behind the scenes of the most popular game shows in history, and shares his collection of over 10,000 items.
When Debbie Reynolds and Lisa Whelchel Met in the Most Unlikely of Places
Lisa shares her story of meeting a Hollywood icon.
Mrs. Beasley or Barbie? Counting Down the Favorite Dolls of All Time
What favorite doll of yours didn’t make the cut (and we’re not talking paper dolls)?
The Most Asked-For 1980s Christmas Toys, Year by Year
A look at the classic toys that shaped a generation.
Whatever Happened to Trapper Keepers — and Can You Still Buy Them?
Did you have one of these totally rad organizers?
An ’80s Mega-Collector Lets Us Peek Into His Treasures (And Yes, He Has Mr. T Cereal)
We talked with Kerry from Recaptured80s about his amazing collection … and how much a pack of vintage Bubble Yum gum will set you back.
What’s the Greatest Classic Arcade Game of All Time? Vote in Our Poll and Let Us Know!
Donkey Kong Stomped into arcades in July of 1981 so it made us curious, what is the best one?
Anyone Else Remember Playing ‘The Game of Jaws’?
The nerve-wracking, Operation-like game was a lot of fun, and we wish we still had it!
Re-Listening to Dickie Goodman’s 1975 Novelty Hit ‘Mr. Jaws’
The incredibly strange tune incorporated clips from the Bee Gees’ “Jive Talkin’,” the Eagles’ “One of These Nights,” and Olivia Newton-John’s “Please Mr. Please.”
‘Scarecrow and Mrs. King’ & Rare Celeb Appearances Draw Crowds at the Hollywood Show in Burbank
“OMG, is it really you?”
Meet Your New Best Friends: The Pop Culture Preservation Society
“If you have feelings about Marcia breaking her nose or John Travolta in that plastic bubble, then we should probably be friends.”
Happy 45th Birthday, Pac-Man! Did You Have Pac-Man Fever in the 1980s?
In 1980, the little yellow fellow helped put the “golden” in the “golden age of video games.”
Henry Winkler on New Show ‘Hazardous History’: ‘Oh Wow, What Were They Thinking?’ (Exclusive)
‘Playing polo on horses is dangerous enough. Playing polo with cars is INSANE. And yet we did it,’ the ‘Happy Days’ star told us.