How 1982 Made the Summer Blockbuster
Will, Kat and Jon discuss current (mostly Top Gun related) 80s news including how the Top Gun them was originally for a comedy and whether Val Kilmer has made his last acting appearance. Will challenges Kat and Jon to an apparently difficult Val Kilmer movie game. Then, the trio speaks with entertainment journalist Jeremy Smith about how 1982 changed movies forever.Introduction - :30Announcements - 2:14Will appearing at Anime Ohio on June 18. Visit www.animeohio.com for tickets and more information.Jon appearing at SFGE2022 from July 15-17. Visit www.gameatl.com and use GENXGROWNUP for $5 off your ticket.1980s News - 4:46Val Kilmer Movie Game - 22:351980s Summer Blockbuster Recollections - 29:27Chat with Jeremy Smith - 40:27Wrap-Up and Thank You - 1:16:21For the many ways to support the show, visit www.1980snow.com/support.For more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.com.And for even more 1980s awesomeness visit the80sruled.com or facebook.com/80sruled.Learn more about Jon's podcast and Youtube channel at www.GenXGrownup.com.Follow Jeremy Smith on Twitter at https://twitter.com/mrbeaks.
6 Kesä 20221h 18min
80s Music Collaborations
Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including Paul Verhoven's messianic visions for RoboCop and James Hetfield's anxiety. Then, the trio reviews 10 great/curious/so-so music collaborations from the 80s, many that were suggested by you. What's missing from this list?Introduction - :301980s News - 3:33Great/Curious/So-So Music Collaborations - 24:25Shout-Outs - 1:13:08For the many ways to support the show, visit www.1980snow.com/support.For more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.com.And for even more 1980s awesomeness visit the80sruled.com or facebook.com/80sruled.Learn more about Jon's podcast and Youtube channel at www.GenXGrownup.com.
30 Touko 20221h 17min
Best 80s Comedy/Sci-Fi Films
Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including a fifth "Ghostbusters" movie and the title of the new Dungeons & Dragons film. Then, inspired by Julie Brown--who was scheduled to appear on the show, but became unavailable at the last minute--the trio examines a list of the supposed Top Ten Comedy/Science Fiction films of the 1980s. What's missing from this list?Introduction - :30Announcement - 3:51Join us Tuesday, May 31, at 9pm EDT on Facebook Live for 1980s trivia. The winner will be awarded a $50 VISA e-gift card.1980s News - 5:02Top Ten 1980s Comedy/Sci-Fi Films? - 23:23Wrap-up - 55:10For the many ways to support the show, visit www.1980snow.com/support.For more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.com.And for even more 1980s awesomeness visit the80sruled.com or facebook.com/80sruled.Learn more about Jon's podcast and Youtube channel at www.GenXGrownup.com.
23 Touko 202258min
Exposé Exposed w/ Original Singer Laurie Miller
In a special interview, Will speaks with Laurie Miller, who along with Sandra Casañas and Alé Lorenzo were the founding members of Exposé. During the conversation, we learn how they sang “Point of No Return” and other future hits, toured the country performing those songs and earned a contract with Arista Records. And the mystery as to what happened between that record deal and the group’s ultimate Top 40 success with a different group of ladies is unraveled.For more about Laurie Miller visit www.lauriemiller.com.Reach the show at will@1980snow.com.For the many ways to support the show, visit www.1980snow.com/support.For more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.com.And for even more 1980s awesomeness visit the80sruled.com or facebook.com/80sruled.Learn more about Jon's Youtube channel and podcast at www.GenXGrownup.com.To find out more about Rudy's book, visit www.rudychilds.com.
20 Touko 202248min
Name the 80s TV Show Game
In a new segment, Will, Kat and Jon speak with a listener who shares a unique tale of misadventure in the 80s. Then the trio discusses current 80s news including Duran Duran's entry into the Rock Hall and the newly-announced Spinal Tap sequel. Finally, Will challenges Kay and Jon to identify the 80s TV shows that make up a curious shared universe.Introduction - :35Two Special Announcements - 4:06 Julie Brown on Facebook Live May 21 at 9pm EDT Special Laurie Miller Interview this WeekListener's True 1980s Tale - 5:201980s News - 17:49Shared 1980s TV Show Universe Game - 39:16Thank Yous and Wrap-up - 1:13:4For the many ways to support the show, visit www.1980snow.com/support.For more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.com.And for even more 1980s awesomeness visit the80sruled.com or facebook.com/80sruled.Learn more about Jon's Youtube channel and podcast at www.GenXGrownup.com.To find out more about Rudy's book, visit www.rudychilds.com.
16 Touko 20221h 15min
Custer's Revenge: The Scandalous 80s Video Game
Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including what Kareem Abdul-Jabbar didn't say to a child and the latest 3/4 size arcade cabinet . Then, guest Kevin Impellizeri joins the show to chronicle the history of the scandalous Atari 2600 video game "Custer's Revenge." Introduction - :30Announcement - 3:07Join Will at Ohio Fan Fest on May 13 and 14. Visit www.ohiofanfest.com for celebrity guests, tickets and more information.1980s News - 4:17Reminiscing About Our 2600s (and Custer's Revenge) - 23:20The History of Custer's Revenge (Abridged) - 31:39Wrap-up - 1:08:25For the many ways to support the show, visit www.1980snow.com/support.For more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.com.And for even more 1980s awesomeness visit the80sruled.com or facebook.com/80sruled.Learn more about Jon's Youtube channel and podcast at www.GenXGrownup.com.
9 Touko 20221h 11min
Weird Al in the 80s w/ Lily Hirsch
Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including how Darth Vader scared Ewan McGregor and Jennifer Grey inspired a Madonna song. The group reminisces about Weird Al throughout their youth. Then, Will challenges Kat and Jon to identify the real Weird Al song. Finally, Will and Kat speak with author Lily Hirsch, who interviewed Yankovic for her book "Weird Al Seriously."Introduction - :30Announcement - 3:42Join Will at Ohio Fan Fest on May 13 and 14. Visit www.ohiofanfest.com for celebrity guests, tickets and more information.1980s News - 5:23Our Thoughts About Weird Al - 26:55Spot the Fake Weird Al Song Game - 40:35Conversation with Author Lily Hirsch - 47:27Wrap-up - 1:28:30For the many ways to support the show, visit www.1980snow.com/support.For more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.com.And for even more 1980s awesomeness visit the80sruled.com or facebook.com/80sruled.Learn more about Jon's Youtube channel and podcast at www.GenXGrownup.com.
2 Touko 20221h 31min
Growing Up in 80s TV and Movies w/ Keith Coogan
Will and Kat discuss current 80s news including why "Empire Strikes Back" is important to Jim Carrey and confirmed talks about a Van Halen tribute tour. Then, Will challenges Kat to identify the famous child and their famous parent from two movies. (Kat phones a friend.) Finally, Will interviews actor Keith Coogan, star of "Adventures in Babysitting" and "Toy Soldiers."Introduction - :301980s News - 7:23Name the Famous Family - 35:57Conversation with Keith Coogan - 54:20Wrap-up - 1:24:52For the many ways to support the show, visit www.1980snow.com/support.For more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.com.And for even more 1980s awesomeness visit the80sruled.com or facebook.com/80sruled.
25 Huhti 20221h 27min
