GenXGrownUp Takeover

Will, Kat and Jon return for their first new show in 2023. First, they challenge themselves to identify the 1980s movie trope Dreamkid has scored. Then, they discuss current 80s news including a sequel to "History of the World," Madonna's upcoming tour, De La Soul's premiere on streaming and the possibility of a Short Round movie. Then, the trio discusses 10 of movie tropes that were popular in the 1980s (and should've remained in that decade).Introduction - :00Announcement - 4:05*Interviews will be published as bonus episodes later in the week. This week, here our chat with social media sensation, the synthwave musician Dreamkid.1980s News - 12:57Ten Uniquely 1980s Movie Tropes - 39:15Your Favorite/Hated Tropes - 1:10:15Your Emails - 1:16:10For 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.

6 Helmi 20231h 24min

Will, Kat and Jon randomly review the 1980s news stories they skipped throughout the year. This episode was recorded while streaming before a live audience on Facebook. To join us on a future show, follow our Facebook page.Introduction - :00Announcement - 4:15 *We're taking January 2023 off.1980s News - 7:20Wrap-Up and Thanks - 1:18:30For 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 podcast and Youtube channel at www.GenXGrownup.com.

28 Joulu 20221h 20min

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including death-defying training for Top Gun stunts, the new "Beastie Boys" museum Exhibit, and the stars reaction to the "Quantum Leap" series renewal. Then, the trio discusses the official plots of the craziest Indiana Jones sequels that were never made (and thank goodness). Thoughts? Emails us at will@1980snow.com.Introduction - :301980s News - 3:38The Craziest Indiana Jones Movies Never Made - 29:30Wrap-Up and Thanks - 1:15:41For 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.References:https://www.denofgeek.com/movies/the-indiana-jones-films-that-never-were/https://screenrant.com/indiana-jones-unmade-cancelled-movies-reasons-explained/https://bloody-disgusting.com/editorials/3457215/indiana-jones-supernatural-horror-movie-almost/https://filmschoolrejects.com/unmade-indiana-jones-movies/https://www.eightieskids.com/indiana-jones-and-the-monkey-king-the-sequel-too-mad-to-get-made/

18 Joulu 20221h 23min

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including the director of the "Ghostbusters: Afterlife" sequel, the 1984 secret programming code just revealed, and the pole-sitting craze that swept the 80s (but really didn't).Then, Will speaks John Walsh, author of the forthcoming "Dr. Who & The Daleks: The Official Story of the Films." Pre-order your copy everywhere books or sold or here: http://bit.ly/3YgguXe Introduction - :30What Jon Would Do for Money - 4:301980s News - 9:14Doctor Who Recollections - 37:25John Walsh - 43:10Wrap-Up and Thanks - 1:14:50For 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.

12 Joulu 20221h 19min

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including a new Super Mario Bros. Movie trailer just dropped, some behind the scenes details about Disney+’s new Willow series, and the trailer-and name of-the forthcoming Indiana Jones sequel are here.Then, the trio chats with Jim and Dnna Pressman. Jim is the former president of Pressman Toy, makers of many of the toys and games that we played during our youths. Together, they have just published of fascinating chronology of the company. "A Century of American Toys & Games: The Story of Pressman Toy" is now available wherever books are sold. Which board games did/do you play? Email us your thoughts to will@1980snow.com.Introduction - :301980s News - 3:32The Games in Our Lives - 31:57Jim and Donna Pressman - 42:38Thanks - 1:06:51Find your next game at www.recess.net.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 podcast and Youtube channel at www.GenXGrownup.com.

5 Joulu 20221h 10min

In this episode, we flash all the way back to when 1980s Now was still a couple of idiots for the 80s. Here, Will and Ray determine which of seven 1980s films are Christmas movies in spite of what you may think. Did you agree with our definitive, unquestionable assessment? Write us at will@1980snow.com.New Introduction - :15Criteria for Christmas Movies - 1:48"Trading Places" - 5:12 "Less Than Zero" - 9:12"Gremlins" - 10:55"Rocky IV" - 15:29"Ghostbusters II" - 17:50"Lethal Weapon" - 20:15"Die Hard" - 24:50For 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.

28 Marras 202232min

Will speaks with Laila Robins, who made her feature film debut as the object of Steve Martin’s affection in the greatest Thanksgiving movie of all time: "Planes, Trains and Automobiles."Most recently, Laila starred on the final season of "The Walking Dead" as Pamela Milton, the governor of the Commonwealth. She’s appeared on many of the most popular series of the last several years, including Homeland, The Handmaid’s Tale and The Boys.Here she shares tales about her earliest roles, including the surprising films she nearly starred in.Introduction - :30Interview w/ Laila Robins - 1:30Laila on Her 1980s Film Roles - 13:16For 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 Marras 202233min

Will, Kat and Jon share the interesting tales of 12 of the quirkiest Christmas songs of the 1980s.*Link to Pandora Story with the playlist: https://pandora.app.link/lHI8GSCC8ub To support the show visit www.1980snow.com/support.For more episodes of 1980s Now visit www.1980snow.com.

21 Marras 202244min