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- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Copyright
- © 2021 by The Regents of the University of California and the National Council on Public History
- ISSN
- 0272-3433
- eISSN
- 1533-8576
- DOI
- 10.1525/tph.2021.43.1.164
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
Since Pleasant Rowland launched the American Girl brand in 1986, the popular dolls and books have inspired generations of young people. The American Girls Podcast, developed and produced by two historians, re-examines the world of American Girl, applying historical analysis and social commentary to understand how formative the brand was for their own and others’ lives. The podcast has also cultivated a community of listeners who continue to engage with the dolls and stories in innovative ways; in this way, the show serves as a forum for ongoing conversations about the meaning of American Girl.
Journal
The Public Historian – University of California Press
Published: Feb 1, 2021
Keywords: American Girl; podcasts; consumerism; toys; childhood