Why the Ken Doll Will Never Truly Emerge From Barbie's Shadow
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The blockbuster film sparks a podcast discussion about why Ken can’t possibly be (k)enough
The mystery of Ken, the doll in Barbie's shadow who has spent 50 years in the closet, Culture
Ken's sad and lonely life in Barbie's shadow.
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