Episodes

  • Halley's Comet: The "Twice-in-a-Lifetime" Event

    Halley's Comet: The "Twice-in-a-Lifetime" Event
    Aug 17 2022
    Are you old enough to remember Halley's Comet? If you are, I'm sure you remember what a big deal its return was in 1986. For kids of the 80s, it was astounding to be able to see something that last appeared in 1910. And if you were of a certain age, there's a chance you'll get to see it again, as Halley's Comet will make its return in 2061. But the story of Halley's Comet is about much more than just a comet. This was a look at ourselves and the astonishing progress we had made by the mid--80s. Compared to 1910, 1986 was like living in a future no one could have predicted. Halley's Comet marked our progress, our technological advancements, but also, our setbacks, as its return would be sandwiched right between two of the worst disasters of the 20th Century.  If you're interested in supporting this show--and getting access to more content--you can check out Patreon.com/80s to find out more.
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  • The Toys of the 80s With Dan Larson

    The Toys of the 80s With Dan Larson
    Jul 13 2022
    The 1980s ushered in a new era of cartoons, toys, and action figures the likes we had never seen before. But what made this era so different? And why did we love the toys that we did? What makes for a good toy? Is it functionality? Backstory? Interaction? Marketing? Or the fact our friends had them? This is also a look at the government deregulation, trade embargos, capitalism, and even war that had a major influence on one of the biggest eras of toys ever.  Special Guest: Dan Larson from Toy Galaxy  Support the Show: Patreon.com/80s
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  • The 10 Best Breakfast Cereals of the 1980s

    The 10 Best Breakfast Cereals of the 1980s
    Feb 23 2022
    The 1980s were a golden age of breakfast cereals. The decade ushered in a whole new era of breakfast options that probably couldn't even be considered real food--but we loved it (even if our mothers hated them). I'm going to count down what I believe are the ten best cereals of the decade.  Some of these came out before the 80s but became as much a part of our morning breakfast routine as reading the back of the box. Some came out for a short period in the 80s and were never seen again. Hopefully, some of your favorites made the list! If you want to support the podcast, and get access to the Everything 80s Movie Club where I review the good, the bad, and the ugly of 1980s movies, you can head over to Patreon.com/80s to learn more.  Show Notes: 1980s Breakfast Cereals 
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  • SuperTed: The Story of the Adorable Superhero

    SuperTed: The Story of the Adorable Superhero
    Feb 16 2022
    If you grew up in the U.K. in the 80s, you definitely know of SuperTed. But even if you're not from the U.K, there's a good chance you saw this cartoon at some point. This is a look back on a bedtime story that became a hit cartoon show seen in over 120 different countries. It's a story that has connections to Harry Potter, The Beatles, Disney, and Welsh pride. It's also an incredible tale of sticking to your guns and not giving in to giant corporate interests.  Show Notes: SuperTed If you want to support this show, and get access to the Everything 80s Movie Club, you can check out Patreon.com/80s to learn more.   
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  • 2021 Year in Review

    2021 Year in Review
    Jan 12 2022
    Welcome to my look back at the best of the 80s in 2021! This episode is made up of three parts: The first is a look back at three 80s-related movies that came out during 2021. The next is a look back at some of the most interesting podcasts and topics of the year. And the last part is where I share stats of the podcast shared to me by Spotify. It's a look at where everybody is listening from, the top ten countries that listen to the show, most listened to episodes of the year (and the worst one), and a quick snapshot of who the average listener is.  I hope you enjoy this look back as much as I did! if you are interested in supporting the podcast, you can check out Patreon.com/80s. Supporting the show also gives you access to extra audio content including the Everything 80s Movie Club.   
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  • A Look Back at the Year 1982

    A Look Back at the Year 1982
    Nov 17 2021
    When it comes to pop culture: 1982 was a doozy. In this look back, I recap the movies, TV shows, music, sports, video games, and technology that define this year. 1982 gave us some of the biggest movies of all time, arguably the biggest album in history, a groundbreaking technological advancement, and the debut of several gigantic TV shows.  Show Notes: 1982 Support the Show: Patreon.com/80s
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  • What Was the Best Video Game Console of the 80s?

    What Was the Best Video Game Console of the 80s?
    Oct 13 2021
    What a time to be alive. The 80s ushered in a brave new world of video games and consoles. The technology was advancing rapidly, and we as kids were reaping the rewards. But which system was the best? Today, I count down what I believe are the 5 best game consoles of the decade, along with a look at a few forgotten ones you may have never even heard of. We also look at the state of the video game industry, and I count down the 10 best-selling video games of the 1980s.  Show notes: Best 80s Video Game Consoles Support the Show: patreon.com/80s
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  • The 10 Best Music Videos of the 80s

    The 10 Best Music Videos of the 80s
    Sep 15 2021
    Do you remember the first music video you ever saw? Even if you don't, you may be like me and still remember being in awe of these mini "music movies." Today, I countdown what I believe are the 10 best videos of the 1980s. There will be a bunch of similarities as my "best songs of the 80s" podcast, but that's just because they are such decade-defining hits. We will also look at the rise of MTV, how the Beatles helped pave the way for music videos, and a bunch of behind-the-scenes facts on some of your favorites. Show Notes: The 10 Best Music Videos of the 80s Support the Show: Patreon.com/80s
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