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!
Mid Century Living
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 start this episode, and make it all the way through the mid century.
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Weekly Catch Up ends at 6:40
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SHOW NOTES:
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Warby Parker History - https://www.warbyparker.com/learn/when-were-contacts-invented
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British Pathe Newsreel from 1948 - https://kottke.org/15/10/what-contact-lenses-looked-like-in-1948
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Smithsonian - https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/how-contact-lenses-were-made-and-fitted-1948-180957028/
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Music: Feather Duster by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
