Mid Century Living

Send us Fan Mail This week we go through an overview of Mid Century Modern design and explore the art and style that defined the postwar era. Mid Century Modern was popularized in the 1950s, and it has since become one of the most popular styles in art, architecture, and design. . We also discuss how its influence can still be seen today in the use of natural materials, clean lines, and minimalist...

Send us Fan Mail Per request! Join us in this Companion Episode to Episode 003 - The Jet Engine & The Golden Age of Flying. We cover a brief history of how powered flight began and how we got from the first powered flight by the Wright Brothers to the Jet Engine in the 1950s. Visit our Buzzsprout hub to listen and subscribe: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2253227 Follow the show on Instagram: @MCL...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for our first Companion Episode in which we learn a little more about the history of Halloween. From its beginnings in early civilizations all the way to the mid century and beyond, Halloween has been a part of humankind in one shape or another. Make sure you listen to episode 008 - Halloween in the Mid Century, and most importantly, Happy Halloween! Visit our Buzzsprout h...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this week for our first Halloween Special! We travel through mid century halloween thanks to the contributions from our listeners who share stories about their mid century halloweens. It's spooky season all around this episode! Visit our Buzzsprout hub to listen and subscribe: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2253227 Follow the show on Instagram: @MCLpodcast Follow Jacky on...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a drive down memory lane this week on Mid Century Living as we explore the war hero and recreational icon, the Jeep! Featuring our first guest host, we discover what made the Jeep a mid century staple, and how it still holds its mid century values today. . Guest Host: Alex McGowen Visit our Buzzsprout hub to listen and subscribe: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2253227 Foll...

Send us Fan Mail Continue your trip with us to the "Happiest Place on Earth!" In this episode, we talk about how Disneyland was built and how special parts became the icons we know today. We also cover the legacy of Disneyland and how it's still impacting the many visitors to Disney every year.  SHOW NOTES Disney+ streaming suggestions: “A Pre-Opening Report from Disneyland” (1955)...

Send us Fan Mail Take a trip with us to the "Happiest Place on Earth!" This week, we talk about the beginnings of Disneyland - how it came to be, and what it's all about! Join us for Part 1 (and make sure you check out Part 2!) . . SHOW NOTES . Disney+ streaming suggestions: “A Pre-Opening Report from Disneyland” (1955) "Disneyland Around the Seasons" (1966) . Sources:  ht...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a walk down sitcom memory lane as we talk about the history of Sitcoms! Gonzalo and Jacky discuss the beginnings of sitcoms, what made them stand out from other television media, and many TV firsts that came out of mid century sitcoms. We also let you know where you can watch mid century sitcoms today! . . SHOW NOTES: EW article on greatest sidekicks of all time: https...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, we look at the history of the jet engine, how it created the Golden Age of Flying, and how it impacts how we travel today. (BONUS: fashion in the Golden Age of Flying).Music: Feather Duster by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com .Follow the show on Instagram: @MCLpodcastFollow Jacky on Instagram: @thoroughlymidmodernFollow Gonzalo on Instagram...

Send us Fan Mail This week Jacky takes us through the highlights of 1950s fashion trends, and recommends companies selling vintage-style clothing today. . Follow the show on Instagram: @MCLpodcast Follow Jacky on Instagram: @thoroughlymidmodern Follow Gonzalo on Instagram: @gonzalomba . Music: Feather Duster by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com . SHOW NOTES :Jacky’s favorite vintage rep...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Mid Century Living! On this episode, we introduce ourselves and you get to find out who we are and why we love talking about the mid twentieth. We also get to introduce who would be joining us for a mid century dinner party. Follow the show on Instagram: @MCLpodcastFollow Jacky on Instagram: @thoroughlymidmodernFollow Gonzalo on Instagram: @gonzalomba Music: Feather Dus...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we cover what exactly is the "mid century" and what's the special connection it has to today's world. We discuss design, fashion, technology, and even sputnik chandeliers! Follow the show on Instagram: @MCLpodcastFollow Jacky on Instagram: @thoroughlymidmodernFollow Gonzalo on Instagram: @gonzalomba Music: Feather Duster by Shane Ivers - https:...

Send us Fan Mail Introducing your new weekly podcast about everything mid-century. We’ll cover the best of the mid-twentieth century - technology, arts, fashion, locations, and even food! Best of all, we’ll be tying each topic back to the present. Do you want to bring the mid-century vibe to your everyday life? We’ll tell you how. Follow the show on Instagram: @MCLpodcastFollow Jacky on Instagram:...