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The Rediscover the 80s Podcast features several unique shows celebrating '80s pop culture. Original episodes use a format similar to VH1's "I Love The 80s" TV show with a panel commenting on several topics from music, movies, TV, fads, and much more. Also listen to specialty shows including Memory J…

Jason Gross


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    Memory Jogger 56- Living in the 80s outside the US

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2024 164:34


    In this episode of Memory Jogger, we invite friends from outside the United States to learn about their experiences living through the 1980s and early 1990s.  We discuss common topics such as television to include the DJ Kat Show, canned and ready meals like Fish Balls, drinks, and so much more.

    Memory Jogger 54- Tribute to Jason Gross

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2023 24:48


    Join Wyatt Bloom as he provides a tribute to our beloved founder, co-host, and fellow nostalgia fan Jason Gross.  This podcast is the audio companion to the youtube video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsAYknkwbBw) wherein we add a few audio clips.  Thank you for being a part of this tribute and saluting our friend, Jason Gross!

    Retro Con 2023 Wrap Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 62:21


    Jason and Wyatt wrap up Retro Con 2023 with their experiences from the show this past weekend. You'll hear about their interactions with celebrity guests, meeting friends in the retro community, and of course, all the toys that were seen (and purchased!) For more information about the show, please visit Retrocons.comVisit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com or tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb with your comments.

    Rediscovered - Body Slam

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2023 43:52


    Jason and Wyatt return for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast series reviewing obscure TV, moves, and cartoons from the '80s. Episode 12 reviews the 1986 movie Body Slam starring Dirk Benedict, Tanya Roberts, and Roddy Piper. This action comedy follows a down-on-his-luck music manager whose luck changes when he mistakenly begins to also managing a wrestling tag team.Our podcast goes in depth on the film including its development, cast and crew, and home video history. We'll also give our review including our favorite/least favorite characters and scenes and an overall rating of rediscovering the movie or leaving it in the past.We also welcome your comments on Body Slam and any suggestions for TV shows, movies, or cartoons for us to review in future episodes. Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger - Looney Tunes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 35:18


    In this episode of Memory Jogger, the randomizer chooses the topic of Looney Tunes! Jason and Wyatt remember their favorite characters and some specific times they watched the animated shorts as kids. We talk about many of the characters, the voice talents of Mel Blanc, specials that aired on TV in the '70s and '80s and even touch the Space Jam movies.Did we jog any memories about Looney Tunes? What were your favorite characters? Tell us about your experiences either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode. Leave a message here → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Retro Con 2023 Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2023 46:56


    Jason and Wyatt preview the most awesome comic con ever, Retro Con 2023! Get the scoop on all the celebrity guests, contests, events, and venue itself in this preview show.For more information and to order weekend passes, please visit Retrocons.comShow dates are Sept 9-10 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA.Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com or tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb with your comments.

    Rediscovered - Last Plane Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2023 38:03


    Jason and Wyatt return for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast reviewing obscure TV, moves, and cartoons from the '80s. Episode 11 reviews the 1983 movie Last Plane Out starring Jan-Michael Vincent. Based on a true story, this political drama follows a reporter covering the Nicaraguan revolution in the late '70s who gets caught between enemy lines.Our podcast goes in depth on the film including its origin, cast and crew, and box office history. We'll also give you our review including our favorite/least favorite characters and scenes and then an overall rating of rediscovering the movie or leaving it in the past.We also welcome your comments on Last Plane Out and any suggestions for TV shows, movies, or cartoons for us to review in future episodes. Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger: Stand-Up Comics

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 37:20


    This episode is sponsored by RetroViewer, the nostalgic way to view photos! Simply upload your photos to the reel builder website and create your very own custom reel. A combination of patented technology, paired with a timeless product, promises a smile to everyone who looks. Use code RD80S at checkout and get free shipping on the basic RetroViewer and reel package. Click over and start building your custom RetroViewer now! → https://bit.ly/3Gv3FSxIn this episode of Memory Jogger, the randomizer chooses the topic of Stand-Up Comics! Jason and Wyatt remember some of their favorite comedy acts from the 80s, 90s, and up through today. We talk about some specials we recorded from Showtime, watching comics on Star Search and The Tonight Show, and also some of the comics we've seen live over the past several years.Did we jog any memories about stand-up comedy? Tell us about your experiences either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Rediscovered - Club Paradise

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 43:48


    Jason and Wyatt return for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast reviewing obscure TV, moves, and cartoons from the '80s. Episode 10 reviews the 1986 movie Club Paradise starring Robin Williams. Directed by Harold Ramis, the island comedy is considered a box office flop despite having a great cast of comedians.Our podcast goes in depth on the film including its origin, cast and crew, and box office history. We'll also give you our review including our favorite/least favorite characters/scenes and then an overall rating of a recommendation to rediscover the movie or leave it in the past.We also welcome your comments on Club Paradise and any suggestions for TV shows, movies, or cartoons for us to review in future episodes. Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    G.I. Joe

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 43:02


    This episode is sponsored by RetroViewer, the nostalgic way to view photos! Simply upload your photos to the reel builder website and create your very own custom reel. A combination of patented technology, paired with a timeless product, promises a smile to everyone who looks. Use code RD80S at checkout and get free shipping on the basic RetroViewer and reel package. Click over and start building your custom RetroViewer now! → https://bit.ly/3Gv3FSxIn this episode of Memory Jogger, our listeners voted in a recent poll on social media and chose the topic of G.I. Joe! Jason and Wyatt remember the early days of the Real American Hero animated series, the toys they owned, and even their collecting habits to this day. They pay homage to the voice actors, favorite characters, if the TV series and toys have been passed to their kids, and more. Join us for a fun discussion about the juggernaut of a toy franchise, G.I. Joe.Did we jog any memories about watching or collecting G.I. Joe as a kid? Tell us about your experiences either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Run-D.M.C.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 30:09


    This episode is sponsored by RetroViewer, the nostalgic way to view photos! Simply upload your photos to the reel builder website and create your very own custom reel. A combination of patented technology, paired with a timeless product, promises a smile to everyone who looks. Use code RD80S at checkout and get free shipping on the basic RetroViewer and reel package. Click over and start building your custom RetroViewer now! → https://bit.ly/3Gv3FSxIn this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt use the randomizer to choose from a group of topics and see how much they can remember (without any prior show notes.) After sharing their experiences, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from their memories.The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Run-D.M.C.! The hosts discuss their earliest memories of listening to the pioneering rap group and how they became so influential even to a couple kids from rural PA. We talk about our favorite songs, the group's fashion style, and just how their light-hearted lyrics made their music fun. The conversation does takes a serious turn into how Top 40 music has changed and the tragedy of Jam Master Jay's murder.Did we jog any memories about listening to Run-D.M.C. or how they influenced you? Tell us about your jogged memories either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Matchbox Cars

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2023 48:48


    In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt use the randomizer to choose from a group of topics and see how much they can remember (without any prior show notes.) After sharing their experiences, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from their memories.The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Matchbox Cars! First, the duo come up with early memories of collecting toy cars. Then, they talk about the different types of cars, playsets, and where they played with them. The conversation turns to how are parents afforded some of our more expensive toys and then "losing" toys during movies and donating to needy families. Did we jog any memories or experiences with Hot Wheel, Match box or Micro Machine cars that you have collected over the years? Tell us your jogged memories either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger: Winter Memories

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2022 46:31


    This episode is sponsored by RetroViewer, the nostalgic way to view photos! Simply upload your photos to the reel builder website and create your very own custom reel. A combination of patented technology, paired with a timeless product, promises a smile to everyone who looks. Use code RD80S at checkout and get free shipping on the basic RetroViewer and reel package. Click over and start building your custom RetroViewer now! → https://bit.ly/3Gv3FSxIn this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt take a break from the randomizer to dwell on the topic of Winter Memories! First, we share some listener feedback and then share their memories of those cold Pennsylvania winters. We talk about snow day activities like building snowmen and sled riding. We talk about some other games we played and building first for snowball fights. Then we skip ahead to our high school year and share our memories of the big Blizzard of '93. Join us for a chilling discussion of winter fun in snowy PA.Did we jog any Thanksgiving memories or experiences you had over the years? Tell us your jogged memories either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    1982 Sears Wish Book Shopping Spree

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 73:41


    In this special edition of the RD80s Podcast, Jason and Wyatt invite Chad from Horror Movie BBQ to go on a shopping spree through the 1982 Sears Wish Book! Categories include toys, video games, clothing, Christmas items and more!Use this link to following along in the 1982 Sears Wish Book catalog and see visuals to the items we mention.https://christmas.musetechnical.com/ShowCatalog/1982-Sears-Christmas-BookJoin the conversation and tell us which hosts' list was your favorite! Tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger: Thanksgiving

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2022 50:00


    This episode is sponsored by RetroViewer, the nostalgic way to view photos! Simply upload your photos to the reel builder website and create your very own custom reel. A combination of patented technology, paired with a timeless product, promises a smile to everyone who looks. Use code RD80S at checkout and get free shipping on the basic RetroViewer and reel package. Click over and start building your custom RetroViewer now! → https://bit.ly/3Gv3FSxIn this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt take a break from the randomizer to dwell on the topic of Thanksgiving! First, we share our childhood memories of family gatherings and the quirky details of our traditions and meals. And speaking of food, we also discuss our favorite dishes and desserts that we have always looked forward to consuming on Thanksgiving Day. And then, it's onto pop culture memories. Jason and Wyatt discuss their experience with Black Friday and watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Plus, we list off our favorite TV specials and movies centered around Thanksgiving from Charlie Brown and Garfield to Planes, Trains, and Automobiles and Grumpy Old Men.Did we jog any Thanksgiving memories or experiences you had over the years? Tell us your jogged memories either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    The 80s Weekly - Issue 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 28:11


    From the 80sTees.com Studios, The 80s Weekly is a newscast featuring retro pop culture headlines from the world of movies, streaming, music, video games, comic books, collectibles, and more. Hosts Jason and Wyatt deliver the headlines and then give their reaction along with a rating of "Rad" or "Bad."Issue #15 features: Two Iconic Houses From 80s Movies are on the Market ‘Streets Of Rage': Lionsgate Picks Up Feature Of Sega Videogame From ‘John Wick's Derek Kolstad Bill & Ted's Princesses Get Their Own Comic In Opus Feb 2023 Solicits John Paragon, Aka ‘Jambi The Genie' on ‘Pee-Wee's Playhouse,' Laid To Rest In Unique Urn Your 80s Tees of the Week are Chop Suey Palace Co and Have A Macho ChristmasVisit this link to subscribe to The 80s Weekly newsletter and read more headlines including past issues:https://www.getrevue.co/profile/the80sweeklyJoin the conversation and tell us your "Rad or Bad" comments on this week's headlines! Tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger: The Munsters

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 26:57


    In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt use the randomizer to choose from a group of topics and see how much they can remember (without any prior show notes.) After sharing their experiences, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from their memories.The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is The Munsters! First, Wyatt shares his thoughts on the recent Netflix movie and then he and Jason jog their memories to recall watching the original '60s TV series as kids in the '80s. They discuss their favorite characters, the quirky details of the house, and even the cars. They even discuss their thoughts on the other dark sitcom The Addams Family. Join us for another fun episode that travels to 1313 Mockingbird Lane!Did we jog any memories or experiences you had of The Munsters? Tell us your jogged memories either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    The 80s Weekly - Issue 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 40:06


    The 80s Weekly is a newscast featuring retro pop culture headlines from the world of movies, streaming, music, video games, comic books, collectibles, and more. Hosts Jason and Wyatt deliver the headlines and then give their reaction along with a rating of "Rad" or "Bad."Issue #14 features: National Toy Hall of Fame Inductees for 2022 Announced Night Court Back in Session This January with 2-Episode Premiere Indiana Jones Series Reportedly Being Eyed by Lucasfilm, Disney+ 10 Most Iconic Newspaper Comic Strips From The '80s Visit this link to subscribe to The 80s Weekly newsletter and read more headlines including past issues:https://www.getrevue.co/profile/the80sweeklyJoin the conversation and tell us your "Rad or Bad" comments on this week's headlines! Tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger: Transformers/Gobots

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2022 30:09


    In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt use the randomizer to choose from a group of topics and see how much they can remember (without any prior show notes.) After sharing their experiences, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from their memories.The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Transformers and Gobots! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories to recall which came first in their experience. They also try to recall if it was the animated shows or the toys that they connected with first. They share their memories of the Transformers animated series and then going to watch Transformers: The Movie in the theater. Plus, their reactions to how Transformers has evolved over the year including the movie franchise. But not to be outdone, Jason and Wyatt also recall the Gobots animated series and the toys they collected. Join us for a mind-altering (or maybe mind-transforming) episode!Did we jog any memories or experiences you have had of Transformers and Gobots? Tell us your jogged memories either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    The 80s Weekly - Issue 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 17:12


    The 80s Weekly is a newscast featuring retro pop culture headlines from the world of movies, streaming, music, video games, comic books, collectibles, and more. Hosts Jason and Wyatt deliver the headlines and then give their reaction along with a rating of "Rad" or "Bad."Issue #12 features: McDonald's Welcomes Back The McRib Through November 20, 2022 for "Farewell Tour" Super Mario Bros. Movie Composer Gives Fans Sneak Peek At 'Mario Suite Part 3' The Neverending Story (40th Anniversary) Project Creation Achieves 10,000 Supporters on Lego Ideas Hasbro Debuts Dungeons & Dragons Transforming D20 Dicelings Visit this link to subscribe to The 80s Weekly newsletter and read more headlines including past issues:https://www.getrevue.co/profile/the80sweeklyJoin the conversation and tell us your "Rad or Bad" comments on this week's headlines! Tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    The 80s Weekly - Issue 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 27:30


    The 80s Weekly is a newscast featuring retro pop culture headlines from the world of movies, streaming, music, video games, comic books, collectibles, and more. Hosts Jason and Wyatt deliver the headlines and then give their reaction along with a rating of "Rad" or "Bad."Issue #11 features: A Christmas Story Christmas Official Teaser BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical is coming to Broadway Tina Turner Gets the Barbie Treatment Motley Crue and Def Leppard Announce 2023 World Tour Doctor Brenner Gets A Stranger Things Origin In his Own Comic Book Visit this link to subscribe to The 80s Weekly newsletter and read past issues:https://www.getrevue.co/profile/the80sweeklyJoin the conversation and tell us your "Rad or Bad" comments on this week's headlines! Tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger: Homecoming 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 47:53


    In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt discuss their recent homecoming trip to their hometown in PA. Wyatt drove in from MD and Jason and his oldest son took a road trip from AL to spend a weekend together in PA. They ate lunch at one of their favorite hometown restaurants, they crashed a birthday party at the local roller skating rink, they visited a couple local thrift stores, and had dinner at another favorite steakhouse. In the meantime, Wyatt dug up some childhood treasures including a Fireball Island board game and a couple Trapper Keepers! Listen in as the hosts remember they rare day that they got to spend together.Did we jog any memories or experiences you have had of Bill Murray? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger: Bill Murray

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 26:08


    In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt use the randomizer to choose from a group of topics and see how much they can remember (without any prior show notes.) After sharing their experiences, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from their memories.The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Bill Murray! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories to recall when they first remember seeing Bill Murray. The movies they remember most are Ghostbusters, Ghostbusters II, Scrooged, Groundhog Day, What About Bob? and The Man That Knew Too Little. Then the hosts use IMDB to fill in the gaps and recall movies like Caddyshack, Stripes, Kingpin and more. Join us as we look back at the filmography of Bill Murray!Did we jog any memories or experiences you have had of Bill Murray? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Star Wars

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 46:55


    This episode of the RD80s Podcast is another Memory Jogger "Mystery" episode where Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Star Wars! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories to recall when they first encountered the Star Wars franchise (which may surprise some people) and how it lingers with them today. The conversation also turns somewhat to give the hosts take on Star Wars vs. Star Trek and how the two franchise differ.Did we jog any memories or experiences you have had with Star Wars? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Grandparents

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 63:34


    This episode of the RD80s Podcast is another Memory Jogger "Mystery" episode where Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Grandparents! Jason and Wyatt hop in the old family station wagon and take a trip to their Grandparents' house. The hosts share their experiences of visits, what they did to entertain themselves as kids during those visits, and just memorialize them and the impact they had on their lives.Did we job any memories or experiences you had with your grandparents? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger Mystery: ALF

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 34:32


    This episode of the RD80s Podcast is another Memory Jogger "Mystery" episode where Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during this episode is ALF! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories on the first time they remember watching the ALF TV series and share their favorite episodes. They also remember all the merchandise surrounding ALF including trading cards, the Burger King puppets, plush doll, and video game. They also share some appearance of ALF they remember in other shows like the animated series, Hollywood squares, and the Thanksgiving parade.What are your favorite episodes or memories of ALF? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Retro Con 2022 Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 56:01


    Jason and Wyatt hype their favorite convention Retro Con! You'll hear the complete schedule, guest list, and raffle prizes for the upcoming show on Sept 24-25, 2022 in Oaks, PA. You'll hear why its our favorite convention through our past experiences and insight. For more info, please visit https://Retrocons.com or connect with Retro Con on social media like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Join the conversation by leaving at comment at Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll air it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Michael J. Fox

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 35:45


    This episode of the RD80s Podcast is another Memory Jogger Mystery episode where Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is Michael J. Fox! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories on the first time they remember watching Michael J. Fox like in the hit TV series Family Ties and the blockbuster film Back to the Future. The hosts go through his filmography, talking about films like Teen Wolf, The Secret of My Success, Life With Mikey, and more films. Jog with us down memory lane as we celebrate the career Michael J. Fox! Links: Michael J. Fox playing "Johnny B. Goode" with Coldplay in 2016 Marty and Doc visit Jimmy Kimmel in 2015 What are your favorite movies and shows featuring Michael J. Fox? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll air it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger Mystery: PSA Commercials

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 34:44


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is PSA Commercials! Do you remember watching Saturday morning cartoons and a random public service announcement would interrupt your viewing? "This is your brain. This is your brain on drugs. Any questions?" Do you remember the safety mascots like Smokey the Bear, McGruff the Crime Dog, and the Crash Test Dummies? Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of all the PSA commercials they can remember watching as kids.https://www.cnn.com/2022/07/01/health/lewy-body-dementia-robin-williams-life-itself-wellness/index.htmlWhat do you remember about slot car racing? Join the conversation by leaving any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Slot Cars

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2022 28:09


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is Slot Cars! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of slot car tracks they had, tracks of the '80s that they always wanted like themed tracks featuring Knight Rider and the Dukes of Hazzard.What do you remember about slot car racing? Join the conversation by leaving any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Robin Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 48:31


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is Robin Williams! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories with movies and TV shows that they enjoyed over the years starring Robin Williams. From Popeye to Patch Adams. From Mork to Mrs. Doubtfire. Listen to the host's tribute to actor and how his career in Hollywood did more than just entertain us. Join the conversation! What are some of your favorite Robin Williams movies and shows? Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger: Memorial For Our Friend 'Leaf'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 43:15


    In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt take a break from the mystery episodes to memorialize their childhood friend 'Leaf.' Unfortunately, Leaf passed away in 2011 before they ever thought about podcasting but over the years of recording Memory Jogger, his name has popped up frequently. Jason and Wyatt take turns sharing memories of their friend over the years including times spent at his house and his collection of popular toys and games.Listen along and maybe we'll motivate you to memorialize one of your childhood friends and the treasured memories you have.Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Scary Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 30:31


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is Scary Movies! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories with some movies they watched as kids that downright scared them. And being the scaredy cats that the hosts are, the films are not horror but more fantasy. Were you afraid of the Skekis creatures from The Dark Crystal? The wolf from The Neverending Story? People's faces being melted off in Raiders of the Lost Ark? We sure were and some still freak us out to this day. Join the conversation! What are some movies that scared you as a kid? Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Memory Jogger Mystery: The A-Team

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 50:28


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is The A-Team! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories about the first time they watched the series, favorite characters, favorite episodes, and the toys they collected. They also remember when they met Murdock and Face at Retro Con and give their thoughts on the 2010 A-Team movie.Links: Retro Con 2017: Meeting Half The A-Team A-Team At 30: 10 Best Hannibal Smith Disguises A-Team At 30: 15 Best Murdock Insanity Moments A-Team at 30: Best Vehicle Guest Appearances A-Team At 30: 10 Most Ridiculous Weapons and Inventions A-Team At 30: The Best of B.A. Baracus Lingo A-Team At 30: 10 Best Scams By Faceman Join the conversation! What are some of your favorite '80s movies that never get old? Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Movies That Never Get Old

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2022 46:17


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is Movies That Never Get Old! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories about movies they watched constantly in high school, movies that impacted them as kids, and other '80s movies that they could watch on endless loop. Included in the discussion are films like Ghostbusters, Transformers: The Movie, Back to the Future, Short Circuit, Spaceballs, Crocodile Dundee and a couple personal favorites like Armed and Dangerous and See No Evil Hear No Evil.Join the conversation! What are some of your favorite '80s movies that never get old? Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Ernest P. Worrell

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 32:33


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is Ernest P. Worrell! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories about everything Ernest including his early commercials, his first movie Ernest Goes to Camp, the short lived TV series Hey Vern It's Ernest, Ernest Saves Christmas, and more. We also discuss some Jim Varney's other films like Beverly Hillbillies and Toy Story.Links Rediscovered #7 - Hey Vern It's Ernest 14 Air-Braking Facts About 'Ernest Saves Christmas' Join the conversation! Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s. We'll react to your comments on the next podcast.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Memory Jogger Mystery: John Hughes Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2022 43:19


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is John Hughes Movies! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories for all the movies that the late great writer and director was a part of. We go through his filmography by writing credits and talk about our favorites and some that missed us altogether. Join us for a great chat about John Candy, the Brat Pack, and so many more great films of the 80s and 90s.Links Planes, Trains, and Automobiles at The Retro Network Drive-In Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: 47 Difference Between the Movie and Script Behind the Scenes Featurette of Planes, Trains, and Automobiles Dutch at The Retro Network Drive-In Join the conversation! Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s. We'll react to your comments on the next podcast.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Superheroes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 38:55


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is Superheroes! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories for the first time they remember the concept of superheroes. Strangely enough, it was through comic book pages but rather Saturday morning cartoons like Spider-man and His Amazing Friends and Superfriends. They also discuss watching reruns of TV shows like the 1966 Batman and The Incredible Hulk after school in the '80s. They also recall blockbusters movies that made an impact like the Christopher Reeve Superman movies and the 1989 Batman movie. Join us for a super topic and discussion!Join the conversation! Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s. We'll react to your comments on the next podcast.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Educational Toys

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 33:43


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is Educational Toys! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of what educational gadgets and games they had growing up in the '80s that were somewhat disguised as toys like Speak & Spell, Little Professor Calculator, Light Brite, Etch-A-Sketch, Spirograph, and more. Join the conversation! Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s. We'll play back or red back your comments on the next podcast.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Pee-Wee Herman

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2022 43:56


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.Leading off the show this week is the hosts' reaction to a voicemail and comment regarding the previous topic of The Dukes of Hazzard.The random topic chosen during the show is Pee-Wee Herman! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of watching Pee-Wee's Big Adventure, Pee-Wee's Playhouse, and other moments like Pee-Wee's appearance on the MTV Video Music Awards. Some other memories include Paul Reuben's role on Mystery Men, Jim Carrey's parody on In Living Color, and a family of Pee-Wee's Playhouse cosplayers at Retro Con.Links: Pee-Wee's Almost Halloween Tradition on Letterman Retro Con 2017 Cosplay Photos Join the conversation! Leave any of your memories we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or now Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Memory Jogger Mystery: The Dukes of Hazzard

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 62:48


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.Leading off the show this week is the hosts' reaction to their first voicemail regarding their previous topic of compact discs.The random topic chosen during the show is The Dukes of Hazzard! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of watching the hit TV show as kids, what toys they had, and overall thoughts on the series that aired for 7 seasons. Superfan Wyatt as tells about obtaining autographs of the stars while visiting Cooter's Last Stand and the hosts remember their trip to Covington, GA in search of filming locations for the show.Links: John Schneider and Tom Pat sing "Good Ol' Boys" Wyatt visits Cooter's Last Stand Jason and Wyatt visit Cooter's Place during the Road Trip to 40 Join the conversation! Leave any of your memories we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or now Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Compact Discs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 35:00


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is Compact Discs! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories on the first time they remember seeing CDs, when they started collecting and burning them for music, and how their listening experienced changed. They talk about using Discmans in their cars, collecting habits from services like Columbia House and BMG, when CD-ROMs enter the computing world, and an overall bunny trail on the evolution of music media throughout their lives.Join the conversation! Leave any of your memories we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or now Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80sAlso check out The Retro Network Time Machine: Evolution of Music episode with Jason and Old School Tim as recommended during the episode.Thanks for listening and subscribing to the Rediscover the 80s Podcast! If you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, we'd appreciate your 5 star review. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Chevy Chase

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 32:44


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is Chevy Chase! Jason and Wyatt share their fondest memories of Chevy Chase movies like National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, Funny Farm, Fletch, and more. Jason also recalls his appearance on Saturday Night Live and the Paul Simon music video "You Can Call Me Al."Please leave any of your memories we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or now Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80sThanks for listening and subscribing to the Rediscover the 80s Podcast! If you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, we'd appreciate your 5 star review. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Teenage Hobbies

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 44:19


    In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is Teenage Hobbies and Collections! Jason and Wyatt share their earliest memories of what hobbies they were into and what items they were collecting. Some of the hobbies they remember were building model kits, pinewood derby, and model trains. Some things they started collecting in younger years were baseball cards, coins, and sticker albums.Thanks for listening and subscribing to the Rediscover the 80s Podcast! If you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, we'd appreciate your 5 star review. Please leave any of your memories we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com or tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Memory Jogger Mystery: Monster Trucks

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 29:01


    In this first episode of Memory Jogger Mystery, Jason and Wyatt randomly chose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.The random topic chosen during the show is Monster Trucks! Jason and Wyatt share their earliest memories of watching monster truck shows live and on TV or home video. They share some of the pop culture influence they experienced through trucks like Bigfoot. Then they finish the conversation with experiences they've had in recent memory.Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! If you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, we'd appreciate your 5 star review. Please leave any of your memories we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com or tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Twisted Christmas Album Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 51:26


    In this special Christmas episode, Jason and Wyatt do a track-by-track review of the 1988 album Twisted Christmas by Bob Rivers. The hosts remember when they first heard the album, give some history on Bob Rivers and his discography, and then comment on classic songs like "The 12 Pains of Christmas", "Wreck the Malls", "The Restroom Door Said Gentlemen" and many more.Watch the official "12 Pains of Christmas" music video.Amazon Prime members can listen to Twisted Christmas and more Bob Rivers tracks on Amazon Music.Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast! Please leave your comments to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com or tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb. If you are an Apple user, please leave a star rating and review so we can move up the podcast charts.★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

    Retro Con 2021 Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 67:02


    Jason and Wyatt discuss their experience at Retro Con 2021.

    Memory Jogger 22: Breakfast Cereal Commercials

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 65:35


    Jason and Wyatt discuss breakfast cereal commercials..

    Rediscovered #9 - Secret of the Sword

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2020 58:22


    Jason and Wyatt rediscover the 1985 animated film "Secret of the Sword"

    Rediscovered #8 - Camp Candy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 52:40


    Jason and Wyatt rediscover the 1980 Camp Candy animated series.

    Memory Jogger Episode 21 - Early TV Memories and Cable Channels

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 65:04


    Jason and Wyatt discuss early TV memories and cable channels.

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