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MaxFun Presents

Maximum Fun
Bath and Body Works
Hot Topic
Vans
Gamestop
Pacsun
Macy's
March Malldness
Sharper Image
Wetzel's Pretzels
Foot Locker
Sbarro
Dungeons & Dragons
Urban Outfitters
Zumiez
Mall Culture
See's Candies
Malls
Bath & Body Works
Nostalgia
Nordstrom

MaxFun Presents is dedicated to stuff a little more behind the scenes and fun at Maximum Fun, a worker-owned podcast network.

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It’s not MaxFunDrive without a wild kickoff spectacular! Former real-life VJ and host of MTV's Spring Break 1999, Dave Holmes, takes your favorite MaxFun hosts through some wacky ‘90s- and Spring -Break-themed mini games!!

Featuring: Dave Holmes, Je... more

Thank you to everyone who joined, upgraded or boosted during this year's MaxFunDrive! To show our appreciation, we've put together a special D&D one-shot starring some outstanding MaxFun hosts. Join Dr. Goodbones, Fissure Pryce, Greese, Thousand, Wum... more

This is it, mallrats. The final matchup. These two titans have fought hard to get here and it is up to you to crown the Malliest Mall Store. Hot Topic vs Bath and Body Works. 

Plus we talk to author of Meet Me by the Fountain and mallrat Alexandra L... more

We're in the final stretch of March Malldness, fellow mallrats. It's the FINAL FLOOR and we're talking about Hot Topic and GameStop. We talk about our positive and not so positive memories of each store, ways each store could improve and play a few g... more

We're in the final stretch of March Malldness, fellow mallrats. It's the FINAL FLOOR and we're talking about Vans and Bath and Body Works. Two titans of the mall but only one can win. We talk with Production Fellow Daniel Huecias about ways we can im... more

The Mall-lite 8 continues with Food Court vs Mixed Nuts. Snacks vs Scene. Wetzel's Pretzels vs Hot Topic!

Wetzel's Pretzels was our fifth seed in the Food Court and has surprised all but one of us with its win after win. Gen-Z correspondent Ashley D... more

We're wrapping up the Mall-lite 8 and going though the stories of The Sharper Image and EB Games/GameStop. Which store will move on to the next round? It's up to YOU!

DadCore catalog The Sharper Image has dominated the Tech & Gifts region as the fir... more

We're onto the Mall-lite 8 and going though the stories of Macy's and Vans. Which store will move on to the next round? It's up to YOU!

Mall directory icon and dependable parking lot entrance Macy's has dominated the Department Store region as the f... more

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Recent Guests

Thatcher Sawyer
Auburn College student and self-proclaimed spring break celebrity
Episode: MFD Spring Break
Alexandra Lang
Author and expert on malls, covering architecture and design
Curbed
Episode: Fin-mall-e: Hot Topic (1) vs Bath and Body Works (1)
Ashley Duenas
Gen Z correspondent
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Episode: Mall-lite 8: Wetzel's Pretzels (5) vs Hot Topic (1)

Hosts

Raghu Manavalan
Host and commissioner for the day, engaged in lively discussions around nostalgic topics and consumer culture.
Christian Duenas
Producer and commissioner, often leading discussions with a humorous take on mall culture and shopping experiences.
Jennifer Marmer
Producer and co-host, contributing insights and humor in discussions around consumer trends and nostalgia.
Raghu Bunavalan
Producer contributing to creative content and discussions on cultural phenomena related to shopping and nostalgia.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Sweet 16: Macy's (1) vs Nordstrom (3)
Q: What makes Nordstrom the malliest mall store?
Nordstrom is associated with luxury and quality, and if your mall has a Nordstrom, it indicates a nice mall.
Sweet 16: Macy's (1) vs Nordstrom (3)
Q: Why do you think Macy's is the perfect mall store?
Macy's is a one-stop shop for everything, providing an adequate version of whatever you need.
Mall-lite 8: The Sharper Image (1) vs EB Games/GameStop (2)
Q: Did you really get into philosophy?
Raghu humorously probes into more philosophical questions regarding their previous discussions, especially about the place of games and collectibles.
Mall-lite 8: The Sharper Image (1) vs EB Games/GameStop (2)
Q: Were you surprised to see Sharper Image make it into this round, but that it's the only store that no longer exists that has made it to the Mall Eats 8?
Christian mentions not being surprised because of its nostalgic value and the memories associated with it are still strong.
Mall-lite 8: The Sharper Image (1) vs EB Games/GameStop (2)
Q: Christian, I want to ask you as a resident gamer, when was the last time you were in a GameStop?
Christian responds that it has been less than a year but admits he is an exception as he buys physical copies of games, Blu-rays, and vinyl records.

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The episodes reflect a lively and humorous examination of nostalgia associated with iconic mall culture, retail experiences, and various consumer brands. The hosts engage in playful debates and tournaments, evaluating the cultural significance and personal impacts of stores such as Bath & Body Works, GameStop, Hot Topic, and Macy's. Each episode incorporates personal anecdotes, childhood memories, and guest insights to illuminate the evolving landscape of malls and the impact of consumerism on society. This unique blend of nostalgia, humor, and cultural commentary likely appeals to listeners interested in retail history and the social dynamics surrounding shopping experiences.

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