Play-Doh, Silly Putty, and Slinky – Accidental Toys That Stuck

I Can’t Sleep

Benjamin Boster & Glassbox Media

Mental Health, Health & Fitness, Alternative Health

4.6 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 23 January 2025

⏱️ 35 minutes

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Summary

What do a failed wallpaper cleaner, a rubbery mistake, and a clumsy spring have in common? They accidentally became some of the most iconic toys ever. Get ready for a bedtime deep dive into the surprising origins of Play-Doh, Silly Putty, and the Slinky—because nothing says “sleep aid” like a history of stretchy, bouncy, and wobbly things. Want More? Request a topic: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/request-a-topic Listen ad-free & support: https://icantsleep.supportingcast.fm/ Shop sleep-friendly products: https://www.icantsleeppodcast.com/sponsors Wikipedia This content is derived from the Wikipedia articles on Play-Doh, Silly Putty, and Slinky, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike (CC BY-SA) license. Read the full articles: Play-Doh Silly Putty Slinky Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:26.7	The first is about Plato, the second silly putty,
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