The hula hoop was patented on this day

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The hula hoop was patented on this day

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Published on Mar 5, 2025, 8:21:44 AM
Total time: 00:01:08

Episode Description

On this day in 1963, Arthur Spud Melin patented the plastic hula hoop. It rose to popularity in  late 1950s, selling millions in the first few months of production. 

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