Slinkies And The Vietnam War

The slinky was invented soon after the Second World War, so it's not an invention story.And it was definitely an American that invented the toy.A coiled metal or plastic toy and the American War, as it is known in Vietnam.Special guest on this episode too.Someone with intimate experience of the Vietnam-American War. Enjoying the show? Let a friend know! Links to the AnswerPopularMechanics.comWikipedia Thinking MusicYouTube Somehow Related is produced by Nearly, a podcast network.The robot's voice comes from Google Home. They're pretty good.Original theme music by Kit Warhurst.Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis. Looking for another podcast?10 Questions with Adam Zwar - The same 10 questions with answers that vary wildly.The Clappers - Pop culture insights with Karl Quinn and Andrew Young.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Support on Lenny.fm: https://www.lenny.fm/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.