
17 TV Channel Idents That Felt Like Magic
Long before streaming and autoplay, TV idents filled the gaps between shows with their own strange kind of magic. These brief clips were sometimes more memorable than the shows they introduced.
Long before streaming and autoplay, TV idents filled the gaps between shows with their own strange kind of magic. These brief clips were sometimes more memorable than the shows they introduced.
Long before indoor play centers became sleek and safety-certified, fast food playgrounds were wild, imaginative, and questionably constructed. Kids loved them, parents tolerated them, and everyone came out with a few bruises and unforgettable stories.
Many of us grew up playing with toys that, in hindsight, probably should have come with big warning labels. Tiny parts, loose pieces, and questionable designs made some of them more dangerous than fun.
Dinner in the 1980s didn’t require fancy ingredients or trendy food apps. It was all about hearty, inexpensive meals that kept kids full and parents stress-free.
There was something special about watching TV on a tiny screen that glowed softly in the corner of the room. Despite the size, those little TVs delivered unforgettable moments and shows we still talk about today.
Before smartphones and tablets took over backpacks, kids had school supplies that were as weird as they were fun. From scented pens to transforming erasers, these little items made learning feel like play.