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The Memory Mercantile is a nostalgic podcast where hosts Mark and Jan dust off vintage toys, games, and odd curiosities while swapping heartfelt (and often hilarious) stories of growing up in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA during the 70s and 80s.
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- Aug 24, 2026
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The Toys of Summer (opens the original)
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Summer in the 1970s meant one thing: get outside and play!In this episode of The Memory Mercantile , Mark and Jan revisit the toys that filled long, hot summer days—from Big Wheels, bikes, Frisbees, and lawn darts to Slip ’N Slides, squirt guns, and whatever else could keep a kid entertained until the streetlights came on. Join them for a nostalgic trip back to a time when summer fun was simple, slightly dangerous,and usually involved a garden hose.
The Thrill of the Prize (opens the original)
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Mark and Jan revisit the excitement of childhood prizes—from cereal box surprises and fast-food kids meal toys to gumball machine treasures and other promotional give-a-ways. Join them as they remember the little collectibles that made ordinary days unforgettable.
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