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Biography of a Board Game 217.5 - Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots
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Length:
11 minutes
Released:
Feb 2, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Scott uncovers the history of the classic game Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots, which has been delighting kids (and kids-at-heart) since 1964. He discusses the influences that converged in making the game, why the combatants are robots, and how it's influenced everything from video games to real-life combat robotics.
Released:
Feb 2, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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