The Toys That Built America

S02E09 Christmas Crazes

The holiday shopping scene has evolved into a chaotic, high-stakes $1.1 trillion juggernaut, driven by various Christmas crazes. From a popular doll during the Great Depression to a $5 stuffed animal fetching a staggering price, each year's coveted toy earns its spot on Santa's list for unique reasons. These seasonal obsessions push frantic shoppers to extraordinary extremes, all in the quest to secure the ultimate gift.