Barbie is so much more than a child's toy. Since making her debut in 1959, the Barbie doll has become a full-fledged global phenomenon--and fashion icon. In this two part series, we explore the fashion history and cultural significance of the world's most famous doll and meet the fascinating figures behind her creation.
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Jul 2023
Barbie: German Sex Doll to American Icon
<p>She's an icon, a polymath, a fashionista, and she's absolutely everywhere right now.</p><br><p>Where did Barbie come from? What has she represented to the many who have bought and played with her? And what makes her an American doll?</p><br><p>In this episode, M.G. Lord joins ... Show More
31m 54s
Jul 2023
The Barbie Tapes: A Toy is Born
When Barbie arrives on the toy scene in 1959, her celebrity is instantaneous, and not just because of her controversial appearance. Worldwide, Barbie is still the best-selling doll of all time. But Barbie has always been more than just a doll - she's a cultural touchstone. From p ... Show More
30m 58s
Dec 2023
Barbie, indémodable icône féministe
<p>[REDIFF] Pour les fêtes de fin d’année, le Titre à la Une vous propose de réécouter une sélection de portraits de personnalités qui ont marqué l’année 2023.</p><p>Il est devenu le film le plus rentable du monde en 2023. Le film Barbie, sorti en juillet dernier, a relancé le ma ... Show More
19m 2s