Toys
POGs: The Fad That Slammed the ’90s
In the world of ’90s playground obsessions, Tamagotchis, slap bracelets, and Beanie Babies, few fads hit harder (literally) than POGs. These colorful cardboard discs, paired with chunky “slammers,” …
Music
’90s Soundtrack: U Can’t Touch This
In early 1990, a thunderous beat dropped, and with it, a cultural earthquake. “U Can’t Touch This” by MC Hammer wasn’t just a hit single; it was a …
Sports
ESPN2 Was the Sports Network Built For the ’90s
On October 1, 1993, at exactly 7:30 p.m. ET, a new kind of sports network flickered to life. With a smirk and a wink, co-host Keith Olbermann opened …
Cartoons
Gargoyles: The Cartoon That Took Saturday Mornings to the Dark Side
In an era dominated by colorful heroes and toy-driven plots, Gargoyles swooped in like a thunderclap. Premiering on October 24, 1994, this Disney animated series broke the mold …
Fashion
Reebok Pumps: The Shoe That Blew Up the ’90s
In the golden age of sneaker innovation, few shoes made a louder entrance—figuratively and literally—than the Reebok Pump. Launched on November 24, 1989, the Pump wasn’t just a …
Movies
Waterworld: The Post-Apocalyptic Epic That Nearly Sank At the Box Office
When Waterworld hit theaters in July 1995, it arrived with a tidal wave of hype, controversy, and sky-high expectations. Billed as the most expensive movie ever made at …
Video Games
Why Super Mario Bros. 3 Was the NES’s Crown Jewel
When Super Mario Bros. 3 hit North American shelves on February 12, 1990, it wasn’t just another sequel, it was a revolution. Developed by Nintendo’s legendary R&D4 team …
Sports
Hacky Sack: The Footbag Fad That Kicked Its Way into Pop Culture
In the days before smartphones and streaming, there was a simpler, more tactile way to hang out: grab a bean-filled sack, form a circle with friends, and try …