The True Story of Monopoly

Episode 153

1st April 2025

According to Hasbro’s website, the board game “Monopoly” was created in 1934 by board game designer Charles Darrow.  But what if that information is completely false?  What if Monopoly dates back thirty years earlier, and has a secret history that Hasbro and Monopoly’s previous rights owner, Parker Brothers, has tried so desperately to erase?

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According to Hasbro’s website, the board game “Monopoly” was created in 1934 by board game designer Charles Darrow.  But what if that information is completely false?  What if Monopoly dates back thirty years earlier, and has a secret history that Hasbro and Monopoly’s previous rights owner, Parker Brothers, has tried so desperately to erase?

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Two friends, Austin and Brenda, delve into the rich history of secret nerd mysteries near and dear to their hearts in their own loose, light-hearted way. If you’ve ever wondered “Why Saturday morning for cartoons?” or “How come Chuck E. Cheese cares so much about other people’s birthdays?”, this is the show for you!

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