In this episode of On The Mark, I discuss the importance of Toy safety for you and your children. It is surprising how many hospital visits were related to injuries from the wrong toy for the child's age. Please enjoy this episode. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

WE have all played basketball at one time or another. But did you know the origin of basketball? Sit back and listen to this episode of On The Mark Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

This episode of Mark Lavine's Of On The Mark discusses the beginning of baseball in America. There are some surprises to On The Mark Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

College and professional football has been with us since 1869. Have you wondered how football came to the United States? Find out in this episode of On the Mark. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

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Many of us were fascinated by the lite show we made with Lite Brite. Learn how it was discovered. Kites have been with us for over 3000 years. Did you know how they were used? Find out in this episode of Mark Lavine's On The Mark Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

Most of us either owned a bobblehead or had played with one. Major league Baseball was the first to introduce bobbleheads to the public. Learn why! Did you know why Silly Putty was discovered as a replacement for natural rubber during World War II? Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

Long before computers, videos and cell phones we had balsa wood airplanes. They were fun to fly and boy were they cheap to buy Find out what a Chatter Ring can do Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

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This episode of On The Mark is about the origin of Masters of the Universe and how it has attracted so many followers the around world. Our second section is about how Playskool Manufacturing is still making educational toys and games for children to learn and enjoy. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

This episode of On The Mark is about the origins of Cornhole, Badminton and Tennis. It amazes me how toys and games become so popular and part of our heritage. Please enjoy this episode of On the Mark. If you have a toy or game you would like me to research you can reach me at Onthemark93@gmail.com or marklavine51@gmail.com Thank you for listening …

Pickleball has become a very popular game in recent years. Learn how it became so successful. Toy guns have been around since the civil war. They have an interesting history. Since the 1800' s squirt guns have been a fun way to entertain our friends and family. There is not nothing like a good squirt gun fight on a hot summer day! When you were a y…

Learn the origins of some of your favorite stuffed toys, the origin of paying cards and the origin of Cribbage. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

As we continue our quest to learn the origins of toys and games I have researched the origins of Betty Boop doll, Scrabble and the game of Clue. I think you will find these stories quite interesting and enjoyable. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

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Match box cars have been around for decades. Learn how and where they originated. Monopoly has been a favorite for over 75 years. It is still popular today. The Red Ryder Rifle from Daisy is still around. Please watch A Christmas Story and see why. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

Lionel trains have been around for over sixty years. The iconic train company had an interesting history. Many people love Madame Alexander doll and they have become quite valuable. The spinning top history is filled with cultural interest and a bettors pastime. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

Having played with hundreds of different toys growing up I wanted to share my experiences with you. My goal is to explore the origin of toys and how they have impacted our lives. So please enjoy listening to Mark Lavine's Podcast On the Mark. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

This episode uncovers the origin of several toys you played with as a child. Listen to this episode with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate and enjoy reminiscing about the days gone by. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

You may have had either a GI Joe or a Cabbage Patch Kid. They both became popular in the 1970's and 1980's. Their histories are quite interesting. Please enjoy the trip. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

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We continue to talk about the toys we played with in our childhoods. You will be surprised how most of these toys originated. So please continue to listen and take a walk back in time and reminisce about the toys that helped shape your life. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

We all had toys we played with as a child. Join me as we talk about the toys we enjoyed and how they may have shaped your life. I will present more episodes about the toys you loved and how they originated. If you have a toy you would like to share with me contact me at onthemark93@gmail. com Send us a text…

This episode takes a brief look back at technology in the fifties and beyond. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

This episode is dedicated to all veterans regardless if they served in peace time or during a conflict. I discuss my history with the VA how I was able to increase my VA medical rating. I also question why don't reservists and National Guard personnel not receive the same benefits as full time veterans. Send us a text…

This episode discusses how to plan and execute a local campaign. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

This episode talks about my experience as a disabled veteran. During my enlistment in the Air Force I endured an illness later diagnosed as Asthma. I spent three months in a military hospital. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

This episode deals with the life of a disabled Air Force veteran during his time of service. This is part 2 of this series. Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

This episode tells the story of entering the Air Force during the war in Vietnam Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

Stories of being a volunteer fire fighter and fire police officer Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine

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Encouraging hearing impaired loved ones to seek help with their hearing loss Send us a textโดย Mark Lavine