The Curious Origin of Prince's 1999

Will and Kat are joined by Durandy to identify Kat's three unopened vintage Duran Duran posters. For over the last 30 years, Durandy has amassed the world’s largest collection of the band’s memorabilia. The unique archive includes 14,000 magazine articles, nearly 3,000 photographs and what Nick Rhodes describes as the “known collection of Duran Duran posters in the world.” More than that, however, with the publication of his books and fan outreach, our guest has built more than a tribute to his favorite band, he’s built a community.The Unboxing - 25:26For 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.

22 Okt 202248min

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including how Heather Langenkamp would like to return to the "Nightmare" series, Batman's favorite wheels, and when Satan Panic is returning to the airwaves.Then, we chat about the creepy 900 numbers that dominated TV ads and our phones in the late 1980s. Did you call any? Email us your thoughts to will@1980snow.com.Introduction - :28Announcement - 4:12*Bonus audio and video episodes this week.1980s News - 5:28Creepy 900 Numbers - 24:10Thank You and Wrap-Up - 57:37For 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.Purchase "Satanic Panic: Pop-Cultural Paranoia in the 1980s" here: https://bookshop.org/books/satanic-panic-pop-cultural-paranoia-in-the-1980s/9781903254868More 900 Numbers: https://theghostinmymachine.com/2020/10/12/1980s-horror-hotlines-phone-numbers-weird-wonderful-list-1-900-909-creep/

17 Okt 202258min

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including the Halloween Grinch that tried to ground Max, a "Scanner" series coming to HBOMax, and Iron Maiden's new tour.Then, we chat with Jim Babjak, singer, songwriter and lead guitarist of the platinum award-winning The Smithereens. What's your favorite song? Email us your thoughts to will@1980snow.com.Introduction - :321980s News - 2:01Will's Smithereens 1980s Memory - 32:20Jim Babjak Interview - 40:09Thank You and Wrap-Up - 1:12:04For 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.

10 Okt 20221h 15min

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including a real-life floating Max, James Earl Jones retires as Darth's voice lives on, and even more stars return for Beverly Hills Cop: Axel Foley.Then, we chat about the curious details about the best songs from 1980s movies as ranked by Billboard. What's your favorite movie song? Email us your thoughts to will@1980snow.com.Introduction - :35Did Harrison Ford Praise Crystal Skull? - 2:301980s News - 6:34Best Songs from 1980s Movies - 25:00Thank You and Wrap-Up - 56:40For 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.Love soundtracks? Check out our chat with legendary 80s film composer Harold Faltermeyer here: https://bit.ly/382uR8L.

3 Okt 202259min

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including how it's curtains for the Phantom, the original Quantum Leap character that stars in the reboot, and a confirmed Karate Kid film.Then, the Will takes Kat and Jon back to a toy store the 1980s where they go on a shopping spree (with $75). And after they return back to 2020, they learn who has the more valuable toy collection. What would you have purchased? Email us your thoughts to will@1980snow.com.Introduction - :47Announcements - 3:26*Join us on Facebook Live on Wednesday, September 28, at 9pm Eastern for 1980s Trivia. Winner gets a $50 e-gift card.1980s News - 5:42The Most Valuable 1980s Toys - 39:49Thank You and Wrap-Up - 1:03:07For 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.

26 Sep 20221h 5min

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including what Michael Myers was doing during the pandemic, Indiana Jones 5 footage at D23, and the passing of the inventor of the scrunchie.Then, the trio determines how long they can endure each of the current Top 5 songs for the week ending September 10, 2022. Will the any of the contemporary songs last 30 seconds without being buzzed by the hosts? And what were the Top 5 songs this week in 1982? Email us your thoughts to will@1980snow.com.Introduction - :301980s News - 4:02Top 5 Songs: Today vs. 1982 - 38:30Thank You and Wrap-Up - 1:04:55For 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.

19 Sep 20221h 7min

Recorded with streaming on Facebook Live, Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including whether David Lee Roth should actually retire already, an exciting Beverly Hills Cop: Axel Foley casting update, and possible more films for Top Gun and the Karate Kid (Cobra Kai). Then, the trio interview Bradley Scott, frontman of Emarosa, about the band's new 1980s-inspired tracks. Follow Emarosa on Facebook for more information here: https://www.facebook.com/emarosa.Introduction - :30Unboxing Kat's Amazing Gifts - 4:241980s News - 10:25Diane Franklin Book Giveaway- 31:12Interview w/ Bradley Scott of Emarosa - 33:50Thank You and Wrap-Up - 1:03:13For 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 Sep 20221h 6min

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including the return of a discontinued monster cereal and the trailer for "Confess, Fletch."Then, Will challenges Kat and Jon to determine whether the long-held rumors about Star Wars are bantha poodoo. Finally, the trio chats with Brian Volk-Weiss, the founder and CEO of The Nacelle Company, the creators of the hit Netlix series "The Toys That Made Us" and "The Movies That Made Us." Brian's latest entertaining documentary series "Icons Unearthed: Star Wars" is now available on ViceTV (via your TV provider).Introduction - :301980s News - 9:38Star Wars Rumors: True or Poodoo? - 28:34Icons Unearthed: Star Wars w/ Brian Volk-Weiss - 39:42Thank You and Wrap-Up - 1:19:40For 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.To hear more from Atlas Neon visit https://www.instagram.com/atlasneon/.To watch "Icons Unearthed: Star Wars" visit https://www.vicetv.com/en_us/show/icons-unearthed-star-wars.

5 Sep 20221h 21min