Slow Burn
Episodes
Decoder Ring | Bridget in the Buff
This episode profiles Dawn Brooks, a 1970s college student who posed nude for a novelty jigsaw puzzle to pay off a phone bill, launching the massive "Bridget in the Buff" brand.
Decoder Ring | What Even Is a “Podcast” Anymore?
Hosts Willa Paskin and Evan Chung explore the evolution of podcasts from audio-only radio to video-dominant content.
Decoder Ring | McGruff Takes a Bite Out of Crime, Part 2 (Encore)
This episode explores the enduring legacy of McGruff the Crime Dog’s 1980s anti-drug album, tracing its journey from a failed commercial release to a modern internet sensation.