The Filthy Fifteen (Songs)
Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including how Stewart Copeland wanted to "choke the life out of" Sting, a new Harrison Ford documentary, and the new trailers for "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" and "The Fall Guy." Then, the trio discusses the so-called Filthy Fifteen, the more than a dozen songs targeted by the newly-formed Parents Music Resource Center in 1985 as emblematic of the music that was corrupting the children.Introduction - 00:001980s News - 5:00The PMRC v. Dee Snider - 36:36The Songs - 57:15Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:37:34Watch the video from this episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snow.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Become a patron at www.patreon.com/1980snowFor more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.comLearn more about Jon's podcast and Youtube channel at www.GenXGrownup.com.Email us at will@1980snow.com or kat@1980snow.com.
13 Marras 20231h 40min
Beetlejuice's Suit, Creepshow Video Game and More
Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including the return of Beetlejuice's costume, how Harry Bellafonte's music came to be in "Beetlejuice," and a "Creepshow" video game.Then, the trio discusses the stories presented in Netflix's new documentary "The Devil on Trial," which follows the supposed 1980 possession of David Glatzel and the allegedly related murder of Alan Bono. Our hosts examine some informations not presented in the documentary. Was David Glatzel possessed? Did a demon make Arnie Johnson kill?This episode was recorded while streaming live on Facebook and YouTube. Folllow us on Facebook and subscribe to our YouTube channel to join us next time.Introduction - 00:001980s News - 8:14Halloween Sadism and the Tylenol Killer - 27:00Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 58:00Watch the video from this episode on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snow.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Become a patron at www.patreon.com/1980snowFor more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.comLearn more about Jon's podcast and Youtube channel at www.GenXGrownup.com.Email us at will@1980snow.com or kat@1980snow.com.
30 Loka 20231h 3min
McDonald's Brings Back 1980's Halloween, John Carpenter Speaks About The Thing's Ending and Much More
Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including McDonald's brings back an item of 1980s nostalgia, the Disney+ series "Loki" brings back a 1982 McDonald's, how Van Halen made Joe Perry quit Aerosmith, Ridley Scott has seen the upcoming "Alien" sequel, and John Carpenter weighs in on the mysterious ending of 1982's "The Thing."Join us on Facebook Live on Wednesday, October 25, at 7pm Eastern as we record our Halloween episode.Introduction - 00:00Announcement - 3:13*Join us on Facebook Live on Wednesday, October 25, at 7pm Eastern as we record our Halloween episode.Kat Saw Emarosa Live - 4:00Click here to see Emarosa October 2023 or go to emarosa.komi.io.1980s News - 11:50Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 54:00Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Become a patron at www.patreon.com/1980snowFor more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.comLearn more about Jon's podcast and Youtube channel at www.GenXGrownup.com.Email us at will@1980snow.com or kat@1980snow.com.
23 Loka 20231h 9min
Halloween Sadism and the Tylenol Murders
Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including Dee Snider's new graphic novel, "Moonlighting" streaming and the battle over "Every Breath You Take."Then, the trio examines the truth about Halloween sadism and its connection to the Tylenol murders in the 1980s. Were sociopaths really putting poisons and sharp objects in children's Halloween treats?Introduction - 00:00Announcement - 2:28Get Michael Thomas Perone's new 1980s novel here.1980s News - 4:48Halloween Sadism and the Tylenol Killer - 27:00Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 01:04:00Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Become a patron at www.patreon.com/1980snowFor more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.comLearn more about Jon's podcast and Youtube channel at www.GenXGrownup.com.Email us at will@1980snow.com or kat@1980snow.com.
16 Loka 20231h 9min
1980s Now Trailer
Do you love 1980s pop culture and hate silence? Then you’ll love 1980s Now.Each week, the 1980s Now podcast examines the importance of 1980s pop culture and its influence today.We speak with the 1980s icons we grew up loving, like: Ernie Hudson, Taylor Dayne, Elvira, Sir Mix-A-Lot, Dee Wallace, Harold Faltermeyer, and many more.And every week we discuss current news related to 1980s media.Plus, there’s often a surprise game too.So, if you love 1980s pop culture, you don’t also need to miss it.You can have your 1980s Now.
12 Loka 202356s
Did you breakdance in the 1980s?
Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including the Ghostbusters way to trap your movie popcorn, a young Rambo, and the source of an iconic 1980s look. Then, Will shares some stories of breaking in the 1980s. Did you break? Let us know.Introduction - 00:001980s News - 11:00Did you break in the 1980s? - 32:00Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 01:02:50Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Become a patron at www.patreon.com/1980snowFor more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.comLearn more about Jon's podcast and Youtube channel at www.GenXGrownup.com.Email us at will@1980snow.com or kat@1980snow.com.
9 Loka 20231h 5min
Controversial 1980s Songs
Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including how Jan Wenner was removed from the Rock Hall board, Toto doesn't like being a "p**** band," and the racy word reconned out of Star Wars canon. Then, the trio discusses some hit 1980s songs with controversial lyrics.Introduction - 00:001980s News - 05:46Controversial 1980s Songs - 35:55Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 01:11:22Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Become a patron at www.patreon.com/1980snowFor more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.comLearn more about Jon's podcast and Youtube channel at www.GenXGrownup.com.Email us at will@1980snow.com or kat@1980snow.com.
2 Loka 20231h 12min
Outcastes: Will's 1980s Novel
On this special episode, Will introduces us to some of the themes that are covered in his 1980s novel and will be topics for future podcast episodes. The novel, which is called "Outcastes," follows a teenage Indian immigrant in the early 1980s, who uses hip-hop to cope with the loss of his mother.Next week, the trio returns to discuss some of the controversial songs from the 1980s.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Become a patron at www.patreon.com/1980snowFor more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.comLearn more about Jon's podcast and Youtube channel at www.GenXGrownup.com.Email us at will@1980snow.com or kat@1980snow.com.
25 Syys 202339min
