1980s Now (formerly The 80its) is a weekly examination of the importance of 1980s pop culture and its continued influence today. We demonstrate that nostalgia alone doesn’t account for the contemporary fascination with our favorite decade. Instead, we share personal experiences and interview experts--including icons from 1980s music, movies and TV--to demonstrate the “era of greed” bore the greatest moments in movies, music, television and sports. The show is equally entertaining and informative.
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The 1980s Now podcast is an absolute gem for anyone who loves the 80s or even just appreciates the impact that this iconic decade had on popular culture. Hosted by Will and Ray, the podcast is a delightful blend of humor, nostalgia, and informative discussions about all things 80s. From interviews with guests who were integral to the era, such as Chris Butler, to exploring various aspects of 80s music and movies, this podcast truly captures the essence of what made the 80s so special.
One of the best aspects of The 1980s Now podcast is how well Will and Ray play off each other. Their banter is hilarious and their chemistry shines through in every episode. They have a fantastic ability to balance humor with insightful commentary, making for a truly entertaining listening experience. Additionally, the choice of guests on the show is excellent. Whether it's musicians, actors, or experts in a particular field related to the 80s, every guest brings something unique and interesting to the table.
However, there are no apparent worst aspects of this podcast. The hosts are engaging and knowledgeable, ensuring that each episode is filled with intriguing discussions and entertaining content. Even if there may be personal preferences regarding certain topics covered or guests featured on the show, it's difficult to find any significant flaws in The 1980s Now podcast.
In conclusion, The 1980s Now podcast is an absolute must-listen for anyone who has a fondness for the 80s or simply wants to learn more about this influential decade. Will and Ray bring their A-game in every episode, creating a humorous and nostalgic atmosphere that keeps listeners engaged from start to finish. With their witty banter and insightful commentary, they bring out the best aspects of everything related to the 80s. Overall, this podcast is a delightful trip down memory lane that will leave you eagerly awaiting each new episode.
In a special interview, Will chats with Jonathan Cathey, Founder and CEO of The Loyal Subjects, one of the fastest-growing independent toy companies in the U.S. If you've ever wished the best parts of the toy aisle from the 80s could make a comeback, Jonathan is the guy making it happen. He's helped revive beloved brands like M.A.S.K., Jem and the Holograms, Popples, My Pet Monster, and more, bringing them back for longtime fans while introducing them to a whole new generation. An accomplished artist and musician, Jonathan had planned to pursue a career in music and art. Will and Jonathan chat about Jonathan's journey, the power of music, and toys as totems.0:00 - Introduction1:27 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowCheck out The Loyal Subjects or visit https://theloyalsubjects.com/.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction3:50 - Rocky statue is gonna fly now16:15 - WKRP is back on the air (sort of)23:20 - Trump Dances to “Gay Anthem”—will a lawsuit follow?37:50 - Prince is charting like it's 198448:35 - Knight Rider rides again in documentary59:45 - Wrap Up and Thank YouGet Knight Rider: Declassified.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snow
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction4:57 - Really hungry hippos terrorize Colombia15:35 - Hungry Hungry Hippos: The Game19:05 - Hungry: The Hungry Hippo Horror Movie21:35 - Why did we think Piranhas were a threat?24:30 - Piranha: The Movie (1978)30:05 - Asian Carp: The Real Piranhas38:50 - Street Fighter: The Movie43:00 - Street Fighter: The Video Game50:20 - Gen X Goes to Outer Space54:10 - Did you watch the Space Shuttle Challenger launch?1:03:40 - Wrap Up and Thank YouRead the Times of India story about Gen X in Space.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snow
In a special interview, Will chats with author Jendia Gammon about her newest book. It's the latest in the Choose Your Own Adventure book series: Dungeon Crawl at the Haunted Mall. Jendia is a Nebula and three-time BSFA Awards finalist author of fantasy, science fiction, horror, and thriller novels and short stories. She also conducts workshops and participates in panels on creative writing for conventions such as San Diego Comic-Con and Star Wars Celebration.0:00 - Introduction1:38 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowGet your copy of Dungeon Crawl at the Haunted Mall here.Learn more about Jendia Gammon here.
In a special interview, Will chats with Mario Toscano (Back to the 80s), Jim Butler (Children of the 80s), and Eric Shoars about the continued influence of 80s music in our lives. We also talk about Eric's new book Life Goes On, which is a collection of essays by Gen Xers that examines this topic.0:00 - Introduction1:24 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowCheck out Back to the 80s with Mario: https://www.fm80s.com/Check out Children of the 80s with Jim: https://bit.ly/4bVI4BTGet your copy of Life Goes On: The Lessons We Learned from Eighties Music anywhere books are sold.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction5:25 - Run your own video rental store13:45 - Name the 80s movie from the fake title20:10 - Physical video is having its vinyl moment34:20 - Some 1980s VHS tapes are worth plenty42:20 -Young Sherlock is topping streaming charts47:40 - Sherlock Holmes and the Caset of the Expired Copyright55:20 - Sherlock in the 1980s1:05:25 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snow
In a special interview, Will speaks with Mark Mendenhall aka Gen X Dad about his media empire Gen X Talks. Over the last several years, Mark has cultivated a tremendous following by discussing everything (and anything) from his unique Gen X point of view. 0:00 - Introduction0:52 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowGet our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales of the 1980s at Amazon.Check out Gen X Talks at https://genxtalks.com.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction2:15 - Bigfoot is in Ohio. Will Jon follow?17:55 - Timothy Chalamet could use some Bugs Bunny32:15 - The Brady Bunch house is now a landmark42:45 - The hardest arcade games are from the 1980s1:02:20 - A Wonder Years star has an interesting palate1:11:25 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snow
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction2:55 - Robert Carradine has died.5:40 - Did you play TAG: The Assassination Game?10:24 - Has Revenge of the Nerds Been Erased?20:20 - Science says Gen X is the most emotionally durable generation ever37:00 - A Last Starfighter sequel is finally coming46:04 - 80s cereal mascots battle a milk monster54:45 - Is the new Faces of Death real?1:07:45 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snow
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction2:25 - Racier than Hooters7:25 - Hooters is becoming family friendly12:05 - Hooters can discriminate against men16:15 - Who invented Buffalo chicken wings?19:30 - Can a boneless wing be a breast?25:15 - Can a boneless wing have bones?27:15 - RuPaul drags audience back to the 80s34:05 - Read our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!35:20 - Zelda Turns 40, but Nintendo Hasn't Wished Her a Happy Birthday49:23 - Kate Bush's "Wuthering Heights" is a hit again1:09:40 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snow
In a special interview, Will speaks with Wyatt Bloom, the co-founder and host of Rediscover the 80s. Together with his childhood friend, the late Jason Gross, Wyatt built a portal to the 80s, that reminisces about the decade through various lenses via countless articles, a handful of podcasts, and more. Will and Wyatt the power of nostalgia, and perhaps more succinctly the power of what we leave behind.0:00 - Introduction1:28 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowGet our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales of the 1980s at Amazon.Visit Rediscover the 80s at https://www.rediscoverthe80s.com/.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction3:20 - Jaws 4: The Shark That Roared14:15 - The source of Jaw's roar23:00 - The Princess Bride musical31:00 - Review: Bigfoot! a New Musical40:50 - Animated Stranger Things: Tales from '8552:00 - Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots the movie 1:03:21 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
In a special interview, Will speaks with Tamara Dever, author of The Ultimate Mix Tape, a series of music trivia books. Tami has just published The Day We Found Yesterday, another unique tribute to the 80s music. Endorsed by MTV legend Martha Quinn, The Day We Found Yesterday is a vibrant, intergenerational story that celebrates connection, creativity, and the power of the past to shape our present. Although it was (supposedly) written for children, it is a thrilling way for Gen Xers to revisit the greatest decade for music. It includes over 500 clever, visual '80s music references and illustrated celebrity cameos sure to delight GenXers.0:00 - Introduction1:10 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowGet our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales of the 1980s at Amazon.Get your copy of The Day We Found Yesterday at https://www.yesterdaybook.com/.Learn more about Tami's other 80s books at www.totallycool80s.com.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction5:50 - New York's Longest-Running Play is also it's “worst”13:50 - Bigfoot! The Musical was spotted on Broadway19:00 - The Cure Wins their first Grammys25:00 - Does Steven Spielberg deserve his Grammy?28:50 - McDonald's has brought back an iconic 80s Happy Meal toy38:00 - The first Happy Meal movie tie-in was Star Trek44:40 - What happened to the Klingons look?53:50 - How 1984 changed Super Bowl commercials forever1:03:40 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction2:25 - He-Man Teaser for the Teaser Trailer7:40 - He-Man Teaser Trailer33:45 - Strange (Made-Up) He-Man Characters39:35 - The He-Man Effect51:10 - Interesting He-Man Lore58:30 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowGet the The He-Man Effect by Brian "Box" Brown.Read our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction3:45 - Ruling in Salt-N-Pepa lawsuit14:40 - Galaxy's Edge is headed to a longer time ago31:54 - Melora Hardin couldn't dance in Dirty Dancing38:50 - Eric Stolz treated Biff (Thomas F. Wilson) “very badly”47:44 - The Terminator made Gen Xer more wary of AI54:45 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Will is joined by experts who specialize in both psychology and pop culture (Ben Taitz, Colt Blunt, and Charlene McPherson) to chat about the emotional impact of losing your favorite show.Our Guests' Links:More about Ben Taitz>>>https://tinyurl.com/54x6v2xxPsychology for Geeks>>> https://www.psychologyforgeeks.com/home.Colt Blunt's Books>>>https://tinyurl.com/bdj84enjDebbie's Dream Foundation>>>https://debbiesdream.org/Charlene McPherson>>>https://www.nat20therapy.com/Our Links:Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction4:15 - Star Search is back13:30 - MTV is back—sort of22:15 - Billy Joel is back—sort of28:20 - Monchhichi is back—apparently it never left37:15 - What if Stranger Things had secret finale?45:35 - Michael J. Fox didn't want to imitate Michael Jackson52:25 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowCheck out Gen X Talks here: https://genxtalks.com/Get your MTV at MTV Rewind here: https://wantmymtv.vercel.app/Read our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction5:00 - Chevy Chase documentary is "hard to watch"16:45 - Terry Gilliam slams TV's Time Bandits again29:45 - Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular injured a heroic staff member38:25 - The new Marty Supreme is set in the 50s is scored with 80s music46:00 - No spoilers! Is our interest in spoilers generational?1:18:00 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowGet Life Goes On: The Lessons We Learned from Eighties Music.Read our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction3:30 - The searchable HBO guide database20:35 - James Cameron CPRed a rat to protect The Abyss29:25 - Cameron is rebooting The Terminator33:00 - Mad Max director supports AI filmaking43:20 - Fortnite's obscure obcenity slip57:05 - The fate of the new Muppet Show is in your hands1:07:55 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction4:52 - Joe Pesci was afraid to do Home Alone stunt15:20 - Name the 80s Christmas movie25:45 - Eddie Van Halen's virtuoso guitar solos anticipated a modern problem37:34 - The Terminator is back with a new retro video game44:55 - How Rob Reiner's surprise love changed Harry Met Sally58:10 - Can men and women be friends?1:11:40 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!Check out The Long Rewind at https://dustinmorrow.com/the-long-rewind/.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction6:15 - Gwen Stefani Stole an 80s Christmas Song19:25 - Frosty the Snowman had 3 secret families30:40 - Ethan Hawke saw Robin Williams' struggles in the 80s38:00 - Will Stranger Things use time travel?50:00 - Is Gen X the greatest generation?1:10:25 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!Check out Gen X Journeys at https://genxjourneys.net/.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction3:35 - Macaulay Culkin has a pitch for a Home Alone sequel12:20 - Did John Hughes copy Home Alone from another film?18:25 - A $9 million Superman comic was found in an attic23:10 - The copies of the Declaration of Independence found in 198531:12 - Will's kid wrote a Supergirl comic book that was just published37:11 - Cheap Trick's At Budokan wasn't49:45 - Working Girl the Musical is hoping for Broadway59:15 - Purple Rain the Musical is hoping for Broadway1:02:41 - New live-action He-Man will be "modern"1:01:34 - Wrap Up and Thank You1:15:40 - Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!Check out Chatting Tracks at https://www.chattingtracks.com/.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction5:19 - WKRP's Turkeys Away9:56 - Cleveland's Ballonfest 8658:35 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction4:00 - Is Will Byers a pawn of Vecna?18:10 - The cancelled The Escape from New York video game24:35 - Miss Piggy solo movie in development33:12 - Eddie Murphy's got serious at the 1988 Oscars37:28 - Three movies Eddie Murphy regrets not starring in41:45 - UK is about to limit ticket sales to their original face value1:01:34 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction5:15 - Two unrelated Road House sequels14:15 - Two unrelated Bond sequels in 198325:15 - New Buck Rogers movie27:40 - Two unrelated Buck Rogers properties33:35 - New Doja Cat track samples Knight Rider40:25 - 35-Year Old rap streak broken46:40 - Check out Kwamé's new album53:40 - New 1982 Tron collectibles59:35 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
In a special interview, Will speaks with singer, songwriter, and producer, Chris Commisso. Chris' crafts tracks that are both unique to his sensibilities and yet authentic to the 1980s-era funk that inspires him. His nostalgic lyrics are wittier versions of our unvoiced desires to return to our youths. Follow the links below to learn more about Chris and hear his music.0:00 - Introduction1:30 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowGet our new book Totally Bogus (But True) at Amazon.Visit Chris at https://chriscommisso.com/.Listen to Chris on Spotify.See Chris' videos on YouTube.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction5:15 - Back to the Future's Delorean injured Michael J. Fox10:41 - Apologizing to people from your past13:28 - Michael J. Fox met Eric Stolz for the fist time17:35 - The Jim Henson Company is auctioning off our youths39:30 - What collectible would you buy, if you could?32:35 - Is Last Rites the most boring ghost story?43:20 - Suzanne Somers' widower created a bot of the deceased actor50:45 - Suzanne Somers was fired from Three's Company57:15 - Olympian Ben Johnson's story is hilarious1:12:00 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction5:30 - MTV cuts music in UK17:15 - Waiting for Bill & Ted 427:50 - Retro theme park is coming41:00 - Stranger Things finale will be satisfying49:00 - The Lost Boys music has released a song58:55 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction3:15 - Something Wicked Has Come to Disney+12:45 - Zelda Williams Asks Fans to Stop Sending Her AI Robin Williams24:15 - Prime Video UK Disarmed James Bond37:23 - Tron: Ares - Non-Spoiler Review51:25 - Tron: Ares - Spoiler-Filled Review1:24:00 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
In a special interview, Will chats with Lily Hirsch about her new book Nowhere to Go but Up: What Angela Lansbury Can Teach Us about Living a Big Life." In it, Lily weaves the history of the star's most memorable roles within each chapter while exploring her approach to life. Plus, discover new insights into Murder, She Wrote thanks to new research materials and interviews with some of the show's primary players.0:00 - Introduction2:00 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowGet Lily's new book Nowhere to Go but Up here.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction4:50 - Mysterious box art for the Atari 2600 game Challenge8:30 - Its connection to A Nightmare on Elm Street13:38 - Challenge game play is not Ghostbusters16:15 - The Chinese Pitfall knockoff19:25 - Netflix's Haunted House is full of 80s homages25:42 - Poltergeist haunted house at Unviersal Hollywood29:12 - Keenan Thompson is rebooting Sleepaway Camp39:40 - A new Halloween video game is coming to consoles49:41 - Two 80s horror movies influenced Good Boy59:00 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Will chats with Dustin Morrow, film expert and host of The Long Rewind, about 80s movies that switched genres. Consider Alien to Aliens and Evil Dead to Evil Dead II. Is this a strategy new reboots should employ?0:00 - IntroductionFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowFind out more about Dustin and The Long Rewind here.Get our new book Totally Bogus (But True) at Amazon.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction5:00 - Breaking dancing at city council17:00 - The Greatest American Hero is back26:30 - Khan is back40:15 - Kirk is back too44:44 - A Shining character is in Welcome to Derry55:25 - Anaconda meta reboot1:05:00 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!Visit us at LA Comic Con on September 28! Go to https://www.comicconla.com/ for more information.
In a special interview, Will speaks with social media influencer Katelyn Sue (1980s.nostalgia) about the comfort and inspiration she found in 80s pop culture.0:00 - Introduction4:50 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowGet our new book Totally Bogus (But True) at Amazon.Follow Katelyn on Instagram @1980s.nostalgia.
Recorded before a live at RetroCon, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the two of the zaniest episodes of the 1980s NBC TV show CHiPs.0:00 - Rock Devil Rock24:30 - The Spaceman Made Me Do ItFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction6:35 - Stranger Things breakfast cereal12:45 - Does Gen X still eat cereal?23:57 - Knight Rider: The Movie34:41 - Apollonia sues Prince's estate for her name43:44 - The Police sue Sting for royalties 56:40 - The Alien: Earth – Blade Runner connection1:11:13 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!Visit us at RetroCon on September 6! Go to https://retrocons.com/ for more information.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction7:00 - Haunted by Eddie Van Halen's ghost17:00 - Star Trek IV technology is a reality28:00 - Ghostbusters fan film - Ghostbusters: New Orleans39:00 - Who is the Toxic Avenger?55:00 - Toxie's unrated "monster dong"1:06:00 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction3:50 - A Ghostbusters 2-looking blob is headed for NY14:00 - Images of Lego's 9,000 piece Death Star leaked27:00 - TJ Hooker is back—and he's hilarious36:00 - Tron: Ares gets a Hard PG-131:04:15 - Wizard of Oz has received the AI treatment1:20:54 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
In a special interview, Will speaks with Ivan Doroschuk, founding member and frontman of the iconic 80s band Men Without Hats.0:00 - Introduction20:00 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowLearn more about Men Without Hats at https://www.safetydance.com/.Get our new book Totally Bogus (But True) at Amazon.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction6:30 - Spinal Tap 2 Trailer15:25 - Alien Earth: Should humanity survive?27:30 - Is space object headed toward Earth hostile?36:56 - Ozzy Osborne has died47:00 - Hulk Hogan has died (and copied Superstar Billy Graham)1:05:35 - Puppet versions of monster cereal mascots1:16:30 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction4:10 - Announcements5:15 - Are payphones needed?19:30 - Pee-wee's bike is finally at the Alamo, no really29:20 - You can now get married at Taco Bell35:40 - Chuck E. Cheese to open adult arcade42:45 - Superman Hasn't Suddenly Gotten Political, We Have1:15:15 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
In a special interview, Will speaks with Emmy-Award winning production designer James Pearse Connelly, who just helped restore the legendary Walsh House from the 1985 cult classic The Goonies. The project, spearheaded by Connelly alongside the new homeowner and devoted Goonies superfan, Behman Zakeri, brought the house back to its 1980's movie glory in time for the film's 40th anniversary on June 7, 2025.0:00 - Introduction8:50 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowLearn more about James Pearse Connelly at https://studioconnelly.com/.Get our new book Totally Bogus (But True) here.
Will is joined by Meg and Jessica from Desperately Seeking the 80s. Will shares the unlikely, but true, story of Masquerade, the book that changed gaming.In 1979, a seemingly innocuous picture book actually concealed clues to the location of a golden prize. Once the secret was out, it inspired a real-life treasure hunt, a decade-long scandal, and a genre of video games that followed.0:00 - Introduction12:27 - Masquerade1:19:50 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction3:42 - Announcements6:45 - Martin Kove bit co-star15:45 - New The Blues Brothers graphic novel27:44 - Unaltered Star Wars is bad39:24 - New Running Man trailer47:13 - New video store documentary54:50 - Even younger Frankenstein 1:13:17 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!
In a special interview, Will speaks with Leo Birenberg and Zach Robinson, the composers of the wildly successful Cobra Kai series.0:00 - Introduction3:27 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowLearn more about Leo Birenberg at https://leobirenberg.com/.Learn more about Zach Robinson at https://zachrobinsonmusic.com/.Get our new book Totally Bogus (But True) at
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction7:15 - Announcements*Join us for our live show on June 21 at 7pm at the Southern Fried Gaming Expo!*Read our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!9:55 - It's official: Gen X is the coolest generation16:40 - Caring for Our Elderly Heroes (and Family)29:14 - Gen X Is Tearing Up Retirement Homes36:40 - Cobra Kai Composer Leo Birenberg Asks Us a Question53:00 - 80s TV/Movies Had Peak Fictional Fathers1:06:50 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snow
Will and Ray discuss examples of the so-called Mandela Effect. But first, that the duo reviews current 1980s news.0:00 - Introduction4:20 - A new clue to The Thing ending?12:00 - Does anyone want this St. Elmo's Fire sequel?22:00 - Is this the new Pamela Vorhees?33:20 - Are these really Mandela Effects?59:00 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snow
Will chats with psychologists Ben Taitz, Colt Blunt and Travis Langley about the role pop culture plays as we navigate real-life challenges. Can it be a healthy distraction? Can it provide inspiration? Or is it just It frivolous nonsnse? 0:00 - IntroductionFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowTravis Langley website>>> https://www.travislangley.info/.Travis Langley IG>>> https://www.instagram.com/drtravislangley/.Travis Langley Books>>>https://tinyurl.com/2bta5ffuMore about Ben Taitz>>>https://tinyurl.com/54x6v2xxPsychology for Geeks>>> https://www.psychologyforgeeks.com/home.Colt Blunt's Books>>>https://tinyurl.com/bdj84enjDebbie's Dream Foundation>>>https://debbiesdream.org/WonderCon 2025>>>https://www.comic-con.org/wc/Anime Las Vegas>>>https://www.animelasvegas.com/
In a special interview, Will speaks with Laurie Miller, who along with Sandra Casañas and Alé Lorenzo were the founding members of Exposé. Together, they toured the country performing the future hit tracks that earned them contract with Arista Records. Now, Laurie is performing once again with O-Baby, another vocal group from Exposé's hit-making producer DJ Martinee.0:00 - Introduction3:58 - Interview with Laurie MillerFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowLearn more about O-Baby on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/djm_obabyFollow O-Baby on Facbook at https://www.facebook.com/FormerlyTheOriginalExpose.
Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss whether the Academy Award Best Picture winners in the 1980s also blockbuster films? Before that the trio reviews current 1980s news.0:00 - Introduction4:21 - Announcements8:00 - Goonies 2 is official15:30 - Will the Goonies invite Trumper supporter Robert Davi back?24:30 - John Ratzenberger shares scary Cheers' story31:04 - I Want My 80s touring in 202536:55 - Village People cop sends first cease and desist44:43 - Were the 1980s Best Picture winner also blockbusters?1:12:30 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowSupport Feeding Medina at https://feedingmedinacounty.org/Learn more about O-Baby at https://www.instagram.com/djm_obaby
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