Dangerous waterslides, toxic toys: Henry Winkler digs into 'Hazardous History'
Award-winning actor Henry Winkler joins Morning Joe to discuss the new History Channel show 'Hazardous History with Henry Winkler'. The show looks at popular old toys, recreational activities and ways of life that are questionable by modern standards.
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Dangerous waterslides, toxic toys: Henry Winkler digs into 'Hazardous History'
Award-winning actor Henry Winkler joins Morning Joe to discuss the new History Channel show 'Hazardous History with Henry Winkler'. The show looks at popular old toys, recreational activities and ways of life that are questionable by modern standards.
