Every year, millions of Americans head to Christmas tree lots to pick out that perfect tree. But have you ever stopped and wondered how that tree got there? Of course not! What you may not know is that researchers are working to bring you better trees every year and avoid the dreaded coning. Robbie Gonzalez, senior writer at Wired, joins us for the science of growing the perfect tree. Next, Collectible toy values are on the rise. Matthew Kitchen, Gear and Gadgets editor for the WSJ joins us to talk about the rising collectible market and the 20 year rule. That means start looking for your Power Rangers and Harry Potter toys. We will also tell you what the Holy Grail of toys is, so you can start looking. Finally, a Christmas classic is again facing controversy and being called out for some of the lyrics. Some radio stations in the US and Canada have removed “Baby its cold outside” from their holiday playlists because some say the song is about a man coaxing his date to stay despite her wanting to leave. My producer Miranda joins us to discuss how the public perception has changed about this Christmas standard.

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