Mid Century Living
Your weekly nostalgia podcast about technology and culture from the 1940’s, 1950’s, and 1960’s. We cover the best of the mid-twentieth century: technology, art, fashion, locations, and even food! In each episode we’ll cover the history and impact of a mid-century topic - and tell you where to find, buy, or make them today.
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Do you want to add a vintage vibe to your everyday life? We’ll tell you how!
Episodes
63 episodes
055 - Mid Century Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Gobble gobble it's time for a whole episode about Thanksgiving food! That's right, a whole food-talk episode dedicated to the best mid century side dishes to adorn your table this upcoming week as we celebrate the holiday. From Spinach Gourmet,...
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Season 3
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Episode 55
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33:32
054 - Xerox in the Mid Century
Are you seeing double? Maybe that's because we are copying the midcentury this week as we discuss the history and impact of Xerox during the 1950s-60s. Join us as we discover the beginnings of Xerox and how they changed the way offices worked i...
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Season 3
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Episode 54
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36:04
053 - DIY in the Mid Century
We're out of Spooky Season! Join us today to discover when the DIY trend started (hint hint: the mid century) and how it's still trending today. We're also bringing back our Etiquette Segment! So, sit back, get your DeWalt tools ready, and tune...
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Season 3
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Episode 53
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35:30
052 - MCM Urban Legends
Happy Halloween!! We are releasing our Halloween Special today on October 31st to be your spooky go-to podcast for the day! We are covering 6 urban legends that originated in the mid century and are guaranteed to either spook you or give you a ...
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Season 3
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Episode 52
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46:54
051 - The Exorcist
Spooky season is still on! Today we dive into the 1973 film The Exorcist! Join us as we once again mention Ouija Boards in an episode and discuss the film, it's impact on the industry, and what made...and still makes...this film signif...
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Season 3
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Episode 51
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34:33
050 - The Addams Family
It's our 50th episode! Join us as we go through the history and impact of the Addams Family. Hint: it's not just the movies from the 1990s, it goes back to the mid century and beyond! ..Weekly Catch up ends at 2:50.SHOW NOTE...
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Season 3
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Episode 50
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25:58
049 - Ouija, Summoning the Mid Century
Telepathy? Spirit Board Subconscious Mind? It's still spooky season!! So... join us as we go through the history of the Ouija Board and find out what makes it creepy and connected to the occult! We even cover some "accepted rules" to play this ...
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Season 3
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Episode 49
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36:27
048 - Imagineering Disney’s Haunted Mansion
It's spooky season!! We're officially in October and that means we will be releasing spooky-themed episodes all month long! We are starting the month off talking about Disneyland! More specifically, Disneyland's Haunted Mansion ride. Join us as...
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Season 3
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Episode 48
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30:52
047 - Contact Lenses Through the Mid Century
It's a short episode but a good one! Inspired by some truly creepy photos of mid century contact lenses being made, we discuss the history and impact of a revolutionary way to correct vision. Join us as we reach back into the Renaissance to sta...
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Season 3
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Episode 47
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30:34
046 - Bob Fosse
Grab your hat and tap shoes, and start practicing your jazz hands! This week we cover the life and work of famed Broadway choreographer (and mid century superstar) Bob Fosse. Join us as we discuss his work, his life, and maybe also his romantic...
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Season 3
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Episode 46
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37:42
045 - Pop Tarts & The Mid Century
Pop Tarts! A mid century breakfast treat that has endured through the decades to become one of modern day's best-known and most-loved start to our morning routines. Join us as we talk history, our favorite flavors, and yes, how it all started t...
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Season 3
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Episode 45
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36:56
044 - Franciscan Starburst Dinnerware
Time for another deep dive into a mid century collectible! This time, we highlight the Franciscan Starburst Dinnerware. Learn the history behind these dishes, what makes them so special (aka so mid century), and even some etiquette on the use o...
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Season 3
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Episode 44
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32:25
043 - Mid Century Living 1st Anniversary Special
We're a year old! Join us on this special episode where we celebrate our first year of podcasting by looking back at our favorite episodes our biggest struggles, and our podcasting goals for the future..ALSO! We are now on YouTube! Chec...
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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27:11
042 - Betty Crocker
Who was Betty Crocker? Where did her recipes come from? Join us as we discover what is beyond the premixed cake boxes as we dive into the history of Betty Crocker during the mid century...Weekly Catchup ends at 6:45..SHO...
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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35:57
041 - The Olympic Episode
Sports fans rejoice! On today's episode we cover The Olympics of the Mid Century. Specifically the summer games that happened during our podcast's time, but we cover them to discover great things that happened (and many scandals!). So tune in a...
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Season 3
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Episode 41
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37:54
040 - Ocean Liners of the Mid Century
It's episode 40! Join us as we travel by ocean liner to talk about these great ships during the mid century and now. We cover their history and a few important ships of the 1950s like the SS United States. Stay until the end to ca...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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39:39
039 - Tiki and the Mid Century
Time for a party! Join us as we go back to the tiki bars of the mid century to find out where they began and how they are still impacting the bar scene today. Spoiler alert, it's not all mai tais!.Weekly Catch Up ends at 4:15..<...
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Season 3
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Episode 39
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36:05
038 - Psycho's Impact on Film Industry
Happy 100 days until Halloween! We celebrate this week by talking about Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho from 1960. Join us as we discuss what made this movie so significant to the mid century and how it continues to impact the film industry today.
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Season 3
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Episode 38
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30:59
037 - Hot Dogs & the Mid Century
Happy National Hot Dog Month! Join us in this week's episode as we talk all about hot dogs and celebrate National Hot Dog Month (which falls in July)! We talk about how the hot dog came to become one of America's favorite foods. Also, stay tune...
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Season 3
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Episode 37
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35:10
036 - Googie Architecture
Join us this week as we explore a niche design movement that is part of the Mid Century Modern design...Googie Architecture! Listen to find out where it all started and what makes Googie Architecture, well, Googie! ..Weekly Catch Up...
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Season 3
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Episode 36
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34:38
035 - The United States Bicentennial
We're back!! Welcome to Season 3 with this 70s rule-breaker episode! Since we are back on Independence Day weekend, we wanted to share about one of the biggest Independence Day celebrations we have seen, the Bicentennial year of 1976! We dive i...
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Season 3
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Episode 35
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43:35
Bonus Episode: Disneyland Supercut
Straight to you from the vault! Enjoy a special supercut of our favorite 2-parter from 2023 covering Disneyland!.Episode 005 - Disneyland Part 1 originally from October 6th, 2023Episode 006 - Disneyland Part 2 originally from Octobe...
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55:06
Vault Episode - Forgotten Mid Century Tech
Straight to you from the vault! Enjoy one of our favorite episodes from 2023, Episode 011 - Forgotten Innovations: Mid Century Technology that’s been Lost to Time originally from November 24th, 2023...Subscribe so you're ready for o...
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Season 2
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35:48