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EPISODE · Sep 5, 2026 · 14 MIN

Who invented the Rubik's Cube?

from History for Kids / History's Not Boring: The Kids History Podcast · host SCL

Have you ever tried to solve a Rubik's Cube and ended up with a totally jumbled mess of colors? You are definitely not alone! In fact, the very person who invented it couldn't solve it either! Join Mira and Finn on a colorful journey back to 1974 to meet Ernő Rubik, a Hungarian architecture teacher. He wanted a fun way to teach his students about 3D shapes, so he built a puzzle using wooden blocks, rubber bands, and paper clips! He painted it with six bright colors, gave it a few twists, and suddenly couldn't get it back to normal. It took him a whole month of non-stop trying to finally solve his very own invention! Originally called the "Magic Cube," this little plastic puzzle has over 43 quintillion possible combinations and went on to become the best-selling toy in human history! Discover how it escaped behind the Iron Curtain to take over the world, learn mind-blowing math facts, and hear about professional speedcubers who can solve it in under three seconds! Get ready to twist, turn, and learn all about the most famous puzzle ever created!

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Have you ever tried to solve a Rubik's Cube and ended up with a totally jumbled mess of colors? You are definitely not alone! In fact, the very person who invented it couldn't solve it either! Join Mira and Finn on a colorful journey back to 1974 to meet Ernő Rubik, a Hungarian architecture teacher. He wanted a fun way to teach his students about 3D shapes, so he built a puzzle using wooden blocks, rubber bands, and paper clips! He painted it with six bright colors, gave it a few twists, and ...

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