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Podcast: Diecast Breakdown
Episode: Larry Wood on Hot Wheels, Hot Rods, and the Diecast Culture He Helped Create
Description: To know Hot Wheels is to know Larry Wood. For 40 years he designed some of the most iconic vehicles in diecast. Many of his designs are still available on the pegs today! From the Bone Shaker to the Purple Passion, Larry's vehicles have been recreated billions (yes, billions) of times. Larry sits down with us to chat about what he's up to these days and share some stories about his time at Mattel, and how passion and perseverance kept him going even when it seemed like Hot Wheels wouldn't make it. It's a fascinating conversation and we hope you stick...