All Episodes
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20 - Mullets (1980s-1990s... to Now?)
Business in the front, party in the back, glorious all over. It's a fun one to close out Season 2. On this episode, Adam and Erin discuss how ancient warriors sported ...
19 - Mimes (1950s - 1970s)
We're pointing at our ears, and then giving you a big creepy smile. Art! In this episode, Erin tells Adam about the ancient origins of "the clown's silent cousin" (ter...
18 - Poodle Skirts (1950s)
Ever been stuck with nothing good to wear to a party? Then ever quickly cut something out of felt, slap a patch on it, and have it become an international fashion sens...
17 - Decoder Rings (1930s - 1950s)
Gee, gosh, and golly, Mister - get ready to take down the secret message for next week's exciting presentation of the Fad Files. Set your secret society pins to code O...
16 - JNCO Jeans (1990s)
Who can resist that sexy triangle silhouette? On this episode, Adam teaches Erin about what "JNCO" actually stands for, corporate marketing teams once again deviously ...
15 - Train Collisions (1890s-1930s)
Ah, the classic American pastime of blowing stuff up. On this episode, Erin teaches Adam about the proper safety precautions for smashing two locomotives together, des...
14 - Waterbeds (1970s/80s)
Oh look, another fad from the 1970s that was unnecessarily sexualized. On this episode Adam teaches Erin about the long-winded history of beds, before finally getting ...
13 - Fondue (1970s)
Nothing's sexier than a steaming pot full of melted cheese. On this episode, Erin teaches Adam about why you should never drop the bread, the dreaded Swiss Cheese Mafi...
12 - Sea Monkeys (1960s)
So... they don't actually look like monkeys. But there is an even greater disappointment lurking in the history of these aquatic pets that is guaranteed to ruin your c...
11 - Palm Pilots (1990s/2000s)
(Mostly) gone, but not forgotten. The Palm Pilot solitaired, so that the iPhones and Androids could... fully take over our lives. Simpler times. On this episode, Erin...
10 - Chain Letters (1930s)
Listen to this episode and forward it to five friends in the next five minutes or... you know... else! Adam guides Erin through the ancient history of chain letters - ...
9 - Zoot Suits (1940s)
Adam teaches Erin a thing or two about some of the best of men's fashion and the hippest of slang. However, there's so much more than padded shoulders, feathered caps,...
8 - Glam/Hair Metal (1980s)
Head bang along as Erin teaches Adam about power ballads, teased hair, and the Velvet Underground of Glam Metal. But you're f-f-f-oolin yourself if you think this was ...
7 - Pole Sitting (1920s)
Adam and Erin reach for new heights and a quick fifteen minutes of fame as they explore the phenomenon of pole sitting - by way of a few Byzantine monks, Alvin "Shipwr...
6 - Teen Beach Movies (1960s)
Will Tommy win the surf competition? Will Sandy find true love? Will Adam and Erin give up on the counter-cultural lifestyle and accept the squares' definition of succ...
5 - Animal Dances (1910s)
Can you believe the kids these days? They're dancing like turkeys - only the most seductive of animals! Adam and Erin try to keep their sinful toes from tapping as the...
4 - Raccoon Skin Caps (1950s)
On episode 4, Adam and Erin head out into the wild, open frontiers of hat history. Did they finally land on a name for the podcast this week? (Spoiler: They did!) Se...
3 - Synthetic Pets - Tamagotchi, Furby, Robodogs (1990s)
On episode 3, Adam and Erin weigh the pros and cons of Tamagotchi grind culture. Did they settle on an official name for the podcast? Still no. Select Sources: Wha...
2 - The Gibson Girl (1900s)
She's witty! She's charming! She perpetuates an unrealistic beauty standard! In episode 2, Adam and Erin ogle at the Gibson Girl. Will this be the week they finalize t...
1 - Shag Carpet (1970s)
On the inaugural episode of the Fad Files, Adam and Erin comb through the soft, sensual history of shag carpet. Select Sources: Rug Warehouse Nazmiyal Antique Rugs...