S13 E29 - Round Robin - Malibu, Movie Stars & Money in the Banana Stand

What do Malibu Beach, surfing, frozen bananas, John Wayne, Shirley Temple and Barbie have in common? More than you'd think. This week on Round Robin, Tracy, Christine and Nina head to Southern California to explore the Chumash origins of Malibu, the Hawaiian roots of modern surfing culture, Duke Kahanamoku, Gidget, Malibu Barbie, Balboa Island's frozen banana wars, John Wayne's surprising connection to bodysurfing, and the famous Shirley Temple drink its namesake couldn't stand. Then Shirley Temple Black takes center stage as Woman of the Week for the remarkable second act of her life as a U.S. diplomat and ambassador.

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Written, recorded, edited & produced by Tracy Preston, featuring Christine & Nina Mulligan

Original music created exclusively for Round Robin by Tracy Preston

Original artwork by Todd Preston

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