Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news.

0:00 - Introduction

4:29 - Cher Goes Back to the 80s

13:45 - Atari’s New Asteroid Watch

24:55 - Eddie Murphy Documentary

31:25 - The Goonies Reunite for Ke Huy Quan

39:15 - Josh Brolin's Harsh Acting Lesson from Steven Spielberg

46:40 - The Creators of Superman Sue Warner Bros.

54:25 - Wrap Up and Thank You

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Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news.

0:00 - Introduction

2:55 - Blockbuster Video: The Restaurant?

16:30 - The Lost Boys: The Musical

28:00 - Dolly Parton: The Musical

33:25 - How Steven Spielberg stopped an ET Sequel

38:50 - The new Paul Reubens documentary

54:25 - Wrap Up and Thank You

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Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon first discuss current 1980s news. Then, why do we like Christmas + horror?

0:00 - Introduction

2:40 - The best episode of Secret Level is Pac-Man

11:45 - Stephen King shutters his radio stations

17:20 - Popeye is out for blood

29:00 - Milli Vanilli wanted to give their Grammy back

41:00 - Silent Night, Deadly Night turns 40 years old

1:03:45 - Wrap Up and Thank You

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including another 80s icon joins "Stranger Things," the father of hip-hop gets inducted, and "The Flash" pays homage to "Back to the Future."

Then, the trio discuss the good and bad lessons they learned from 1980s love songs.

Introduction - :25

Corrections and Updates - 6:57

1980s News - 10:30

Lessons in 80s Love Songs - 27:45

Your Love Lessons - 1:22:21

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:23:55

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Kat reveals how Will and Jon's recent "boys-only" episode helped her learn something about herself. Plus, we get her thoughts on the Top 10 Sexiest Men of the 1980s (per MsMojo). Then, Will chats with author Skye McDonald about her latest romance novel "The Not So Nice Girl." Set in the summer of 1986, it will transport you to a time of mixtapes, pastries, and first love.

Introduction - :25

Interview - 24:00

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Will and Jon discuss current 1980s news including updates on sequels to fan favorite 80s films (Conan, Terminator, Ghostbusters and others) and how Dana Carvey snubbed Robin Williams.

Then, with the Kat away (literally), Will and Jon review Watch Mojo's list of the ten sexiest women of the 80s. And later, the pair shares the fictional male characters that shaped them into the men they are today.

Introduction - :25

Announcements - 4:20

*Listen for our chat with author Skye McDonald later this week.

Top 10 Sexiest Women of the 80s - 6:40

1980s News - 26:14

Fictional Male Role Models - 52:30

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:22:16

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including how to anger Harrison Ford, Deckard is/isn't a replicant, and AI is "demonic."

Then, Will shares the dark, true story about the origin of the popular, riot-inducing toy from the 1980s, the Cabbage Patch Kids. Although Xavier Roberts' signature appears on each doll, he may not be their father.

Introduction - :25

Announcements: 2:45

*Get the updated 10th anniversary big box edition of "Firefly the Game" here.

1980s News - 6:00

Clip of "Back to You" by The Lightning Kids - 34:45

*Find the The Lightning Kids on Instagram.

80s True Crime: Cabbage Patch Kids - 35:45

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:25:10

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including Jeff Bridges tells iconic video game joke, John Mellencamp tells audience to STFU, and Little Mermaid gets review bombed.

Once featured in nearly every 80s song, the trio traces the controversial of sax solos in music to determine where they went. Will challenges Kat and Jon to identify the iconic 80s sax solo. And you determine the most popular 80s sax solo.

Introduction - :25

Announcements: 3:15

1980s News - 5:30

Sax Solos in 1980s Hit Music - 32:00

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:21:25

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References

“Where Did All the Saxophones Go?” Kelsey McKinney (2017)

https://theoutline.com/post/1409/saxophones-in-american-pop-music-history

“Where Have All the Saxophones Gone? Tracing 65 Years of Saxophone Solos in Top 40 Music” by Brian Wansink, PhD (March 2023)

https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4444239

“The Saxophone” by Stephen Cottrell (2012)

https://www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctt32bj5f

“Why Adolphe Sax's Musical Invention Wasn't Taken Seriously” by Lily Rothman (November 2015)

https://time.com/4101405/adolphe-sax-saxophone-history/

“The True Story of The Lost Boys' Sax Man” by Germain Lussier (April 2020)

https://gizmodo.com/the-true-story-of-the-lost-boys-sax-man-1842774832

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including Carrie Fisher gets her star, Michael J. Fox is fine with a "Back to the Future" reboot, and Prince defeats Warhol in court.

Then, on the 40th anniversary of "Return of the Jedi," the trio discusses how George Lucas changed the beloved film. And, more importantly, how dare he? Our hosts question whether a director has the moral right to change a film once released--and whether the types of changes made a move post-premiere may justify them. What do you think?

Introduction - :25

1980s News - 2:45

Why/How Did Lucas Change Jedi - 26:50

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:14:50

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References

https://www.etonline.com/star-wars-special-edition-george-lucas-explains-changes-for-trilogys-1997-re-release-flashback

https://fee.org/articles/fans-rebel-against-george-lucas-s-ip-empire/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nC77wKPoaPw&ab_channel=MouskovichFilmTrailers

https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/lifestyle/style/1988/02/28/lucas-and-spielberg-in-defense-of-artists-rights/90f4ee29-d742-4b22-8834-e11b94ba40b3/

https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2014/08/the-star-wars-george-lucas-doesnt-want-you-to-see/379184/

https://www.cbr.com/return-of-the-jedi-changes-george-lucas/

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including a new Dolly Parton album of 80s covers, the "Beetlejuice" sequel finally has a release date, and the how the 1988 WGA strike gave us the worst season of "Star Trek."

Then, the trio discusses how radio in the 80s affected their lives throughout that decade, and why "kids today" won't have the same experience.

Introduction - :25

Announcements - 4:20

*We're off next week, because Will will be busy at Motor City Comic Con. Go to www.motorcitycomiccon.com for more information. And then stop by and say hello to Will.

1980s News - 6:00

Radio in the 80s and Now - 37:22

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:10:12

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Will, Kat and Jon share some memories of the role radio played in their youths. Then, Will chats with Larry "the Duck" Dunn, who was an on-air host and music director of the legendary radio station WLIR throughout most of the 1980s. Now, Larry can be heard mornings on Sirius/XM's First Wave channel 33 on Mondays through Fridays and on most Saturdays. Larry also plays 80s host on The 80s Cruise. Visit www.the80scruise.com to learn how to join him and other 1980s icons in February 2024.

Introduction - :25

Interview - 14:17

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including a new action thriller set in the 1980s, Duran Duran may release a holiday album, and the "Ghostbusters" rule for selling a haunted house.

Then, the trio shares memories from their 1980s prom, including the 80s-themed prom/fundraiser Kat and Will were a part of last weekened.

Introduction - :25

Announcements - 3:24

*Join us on Facebook or Youtube this week, May 10, at 8pm Eastern as we record a live podcast.

*Listen for our interview with Larry "The Duck" Dunn later this week.

1980s News - 6:00

1980s Proms Then and Now - 48:37

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:27:00

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Will, Kat and Jon catch up on a number of current 80s news stories. News items and time codes below.

Introduction - :25

Dreamkid released a new single - 7:23

De-aging Indiana Jones - 12:10

John Williams' process - 19:50

Truth about the Nike movie "Air" - 23:30

Cary Elwes still against reboot - 36:54

Michael J. Fox new documentary -45:55

Ghostbusters' sequel cast news - 51:00

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:02:00

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Listen to Dreamkid's new single "Street Lights" here: https://hypeddit.com/dreamkid/streetlights

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On this episode, Will chats with Matt Manjourides, producer of The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs and the follow up film to 1987's horror Street Trash .

Matt grew up in 1980s Swampscott, MA - inspired by the action and horror films at the time, he made home movies with friends when not working at the family restaurant in Boston.

After working with legend Lloyd Kaufman at Troma, Matt created production company Not the Funeral Home, reviving horror hosting with The Last Drive-in with Joe Bob on AMC+ and Shudder, producing high-value, low-budget films and raising over half a million dollars for charity.

Watch Joe Bob's Christmas Carnage live on December 13 on Shudder TV or AMC+ TV.

Snow is falling and the bodies are piling up for Joe Bob's Christmas Carnage, when Joe Bob and Darcy host two holiday horror flicks featuring so much bloodshed that Santa will think twice before coming down this chimney.

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including (some of) The Muppets are back, the original Wilhelm Scream has been found, and a piece of Star Trek history returns. Then, Will challenges Kat and Jon (and you) to identify 10 of the greatest 1980s TV show themes from a few clues and a ridiculously short audio clip. This episode was recorded while streaming live on Facebook and YouTube. Follow us on those platforms to join us next time.

Introduction - :25

1980s News - 4:55

Greatest 80s TV Show Themes - 33:30

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:21:00

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including how Super Mario crushed the box office and the why the Indiana Jones TV series may have been shelved. Then, Will shares the credentials of the most influential film producer of our youths, Kathleen Kennedy.

Introduction - :25

Announcement - 6:26

*Join us on Facebook or Youtube for live podcast on April 19 at 8pm Eastern.

1980s News - 7:23

The GOAT 80s movie producer Kathleen Kennedy - 38:00

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:08:00

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including Drew Barrymore is all grown up, Dungeons & Dragons may not get a sequel, and Eurythmics' daughter has already left Idol. Then, Will introduces Kat and Jon to the 10 most sampled songs* of the 1980s. How many of these songs do you know? How many of the samples can you recognize in your favorite tracks?

Introduction - :25

1980s News - 4:14

Top 10 Most Sampled Songs* - 32:34

(*Excluding 3 that Will. intentionally left out)

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:16:00

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On this 1980s Now exclusive, Will introduces Kat and Jon to two pop songs that sampled hip-hop songs. Then, Will speaks with Blake Robin aka Luxxury about how copyright law is stifling creativity.

Introduction - :00

Interview - 12:25

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including the next season of Icons Unearthed and the two comedians who've joined The Ghostbusters sequel cast. Then, Will attempts to prank Kat and Jon, but it doesn't go as planned. Finally, the trio discusses five TV shows so terrible they never aired.

Show Note - :00

Introduction - :51

Announcement - 6:41

*Listen for our interview with Luxxury later this week.

1980s News - 7:52

5 (Real-Sounding) 80s TV Shows That Never Aired - 26:05

5 Actual TV Shows That Never Aired - 47:26

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:09:44

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including the "Willow" TV series has been paused, The Cure calls Ticketmaster a scam, and Depeche Mode released a new album. Then, Kat challenges Will and Jon to identify "one-hit wonders" from the 1980s with just a few seconds of audio. And she asks the more difficult question: Was the artist a one-hit wonder?

Introduction - :00

1980s News - 4:35

80s One-Hit Wonder Challenge - 22:12

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:21:25

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including a GenXer wins an Oscar, "Road House" reboot gets real and Steven Spielberg's theory on current UFO sightings. Then, the trio discusses UFOs in 80s movies and real life. The trio plays "Was it ET or Mac & ME?" and Will shares a true-life UFO infestation that haunted upstate New York in the 1980s.

Introduction - :00

Announcement: -2:50

*Hang with Will at LexCon March 23-26

1980s News - 4:15

UFOs in 80s Movies and Real Life - 30:25

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:03:08

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Prince and Chaka Khan perform "I Feel For You" here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lE3l6hLS30A.

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On this 1980s Now exclusive, Will, Jon and Kat share 3 more erroneous "facts" we were taught in the 80s. Then, Will speaks with comedian Alonzo Bodden about why dumb people may not know they're dumb and what can be done about it.

Introduction - :00

Interview - 8:48

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including "Stranger Things" on stage, a Hot Wheels makeover show, and a new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle movie. Then, the trio discusses how Gen X is the last smart generation, people are getting "dumber," and ten things we learned in school that are wrong.

Introduction - :00

Annoucements: -3:36

*Join us on Facebook Live at March 15 at 8pm Eastern

*Interview with comedian Alonzo Bodden

1980s News - 4:50

"Dumb" Stuff - 28:46

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 59:27

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including a possible sequel to "Cocaine Bear" and Tom Cruise's emotional reunion with his "Top Gun" co-star. Then, Will challenges Kat and Jon to identify which 1980s hit songs were actually covers of earlier songs. How many can you spot?

Introduction - :00

1980s News - 5:30

Secret 1980s Cover Songs - 23:23

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:05:12

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Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon first discuss current 1980s news. Then, they share the tale of the true crime regarded as the most brazen robbery of the 20th century: The 1985 Christmas Heist.

0:00 - Introduction

8:25 - Oregon Trail the Movie

16:30 - Village People Cop will Sue

24:50 - Mattel Sued Over Porn Link

35:13 - Do They Know It’s Christmas?

46:30 - True Crime: The 1985 Christmas Heist

1:15:15 - Wrap Up and Thank You

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On this 1980s Now exclusive, Will, Jon and Kat chat about fan letters. Then, Will speaks with the author of "Dear Mr. Kershaw: A Pensioner Writes," the cult comedy best-selling book of bonkers letters to 80s pop legends with genuine replies from the artists.

Introduction - :00

Interview - 7:32

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including the lengths Rob Halford is going to get Iron Maiden in the Rock Hall, the "Tetris" trailer and a fish on "The Goonies" porch. Then, Will shares the true 1980s tale of the "Cocaine Bear."

Introduction - :00

Announcement - 2:48

*Listen for our interview with Dave Philpott author of "Dear Mr. Kershaw: A Pensioner Writes"

1980s News - 4:45

80s True Crime: Cocaine Bear - 20:15

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:02:40

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On this 1980s Now exclusive, Will speaks with social media sensation The Real Slim Sherri. Sherri has amassed a huge online following by sharing smart, entertaining and poignant videos about the Gen X perspective. Learn more about her at https://therealslimsherri.bio.link/.

Introduction - :00

Interview - 5:03

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including a "controversial" Quantum Leap episode, John Williams return from retirement, and how the years and mileage will affect Indiana Jones. Then, the trio discusses how a young "subjective age" improves your physical health. Plus, the hosts take a quiz to determine their subjective age (but not really).

Introduction - :00

Announcement - 4:30

*Listen for our interview with viral sensation The Real Slim Sherri.

1980s News - 7:00

Never Too Old for the 1980s - 24:45

Wrap-Up & Your Feedback - 1:04:00

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On this 1980s Now exclusive, Will speaks with legendary casting director Joel Thurm. Among his many extraordinary credits, Joel was VP of Talent and Casting at NBC throughout the 1980s. and cast most of our favorite TV shows from that era. Joel's new book "Sex, Drugs and Pilot Season: Confessions of a Casting Director" is available everywhere now.

Introduction - :00

Interview - 4:40

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including reviews for the new "Night Court," the hardest scene to film in "Top Gun: Maverick," and how Val Kilmer returned to the new "Willow" series. Then, the trio discusses 10 times other actors nearly played characters we love in 1980s films.

Introduction - :00

Announcement - 3:00

*Listen for our interview with legendary casting director Joel Thurm later this week. He cast most of the characters that populated the TV shows we loved throughout the 1980s.

1980s News - 5:56

Near-Miss Casting Calls in the 1980s - 48:33

Wrap-Up - 1:38:57

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On this 1980s Now exclusive, Will speaks with Ryan Morris aka Dreamkid, one of the emerging musical leaders of synthwave. Although the genre didn't exist in the 1980s, it will have you longing for the decade. Dreamkid's self-title, debut is available now everywhere and at dreamkid83.bandcamp.com.

Introduction - :00

Interview - 5:04

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To learn more about Dreamkid and purchase his debut album visit www.dreamkid83.com.

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 - :00

Announcement - 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 - 12:57

Ten Uniquely 1980s Movie Tropes - 39:15

Your Favorite/Hated Tropes - 1:10:15

Your Emails - 1:16:10

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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 - :00

Announcement - 4:15

*We're taking January 2023 off.

1980s News - 7:20

Wrap-Up and Thanks - 1:18:30

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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 - :30

1980s News - 3:38

The Craziest Indiana Jones Movies Never Made - 29:30

Wrap-Up and Thanks - 1:15:41

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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/

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will and Jon discuss current 1980s news including:

0:00 - Introduction

4:45 - Kirk and Spock are back in a new short

18:30 - Elon Musk calls for Wizard of the Coast to "burn in hell"

29:30 - Live-action Voltron film is ramping up

34:30 - Quick-thinking man survives rollercoaster

46:10 - Ridley Scott regrets not protecting Aliens IP

55:00 - You’ll be able to live like Pac-Man in 2025

1:05:00 - Wrap Up and Thank You

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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 - :30

What Jon Would Do for Money - 4:30

1980s News - 9:14

Doctor Who Recollections - 37:25

John Walsh - 43:10

Wrap-Up and Thanks - 1:14:50

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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 - :30

1980s News - 3:32

The Games in Our Lives - 31:57

Jim and Donna Pressman - 42:38

Thanks - 1:06:51

Find your next game at www.recess.net.

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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 - :15

Criteria 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" - 24:50

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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 - :30

Interview w/ Laila Robins - 1:30

Laila on Her 1980s Film Roles - 13:16

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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

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including why Paul Weller (not Robocop) called Robert Smith a k***, how there's even more Candy in "Planes, Trains and Automobiles," and whether the Stallone-Schwarzenegger rumor is true.

Then, we identify the original Quantum Leap easter eggs that connect it cleverly to the first six episodes of the new sequel series. Were you a fan of the original Leap? Email us at will@1980snow.com.

Introduction - :30

Announcement - 4:37

*Help publish "Let the Music Play" book here:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/letthemusicplay/let-the-music-play-the-great-forgotten-randb-synth-explosion

1980s News - 6:18

Book Giveaway Winner - 28:40

Quantum Leap Easter Eggs - 30:17

Thank You and Your Feedback - 1:27:00

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including how Elvira was D-listed, a premakequel series for "Friday the 13th," and Johnny Depp was still not cast in Beetlejuice 2.

Then, Will and Jon chat with Brian Volk-Weiss--CEO/founder of The Nacelle Company--about his latest docuseries "Icons Unearthed: The Simpsons." Are you fan of The Simpsons? Email us your thoughts to will@1980snow.com.

Introduction - :30

Announcements - 3:03

*We're giving away the newly-published "The Kick-A** Book of Cobra Kai: An Official Behind-the-Scenes Companion." Follow us on Facebook to learn how to win.

1980s News - 4:31

Is this a Real Simpsons Episode? - 25:40

Brian Volk-Weiss on his Simpsons Docuseries - 38:37

Your Feedback and Thanks - 1:06:48

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Recorded while live on Facebook (and in costumes), Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including how cassettes are making a come back, the story behind the Indy and Short Round reunion, and why "Halloween Ends" took a left turn.

Then, we challenge our Facebook Live audience to 80s trivia, including questions about movies, movies, candy and TV shows of that decade. How well did you do? Email us at will@1980snow.com.

Introduction - :30

1980s News - 6:20

80s Halloween Trivia - 25:13

Thank You and Wrap-Up - 51:16

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Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including the "Aliens" spin-off prequel novel, the Tina Turner Barbie doll, and the copyright case that involved Andy Warhol and the Purple One. Next, we announce the winner of the Ralph Macchio book giveaway.

Finally, Will speaks with Paul Robb, composer and founding member of the chart-topping synthpop group "Information Society." What's your favorite song? Email us your thoughts to will@1980snow.com.

Introduction - :30

Announcements - 2:05

*Join us on Facebook Live on Tuesday, October 25, at 7pm Eastern for 1980 Trivia

*Get your copy of the reissued vinyl of Laurie Miller's 1986 track "Love is a Natural Magical Thing" at https://bit.ly/3F7I4yy

1980s News - 7:32

Those Star Trek Samples in InSoc's Tracks - 34:00

Paul Robb Interview - 45:45

Thank You and Wrap-Up - 1:25:32

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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 - 25:26

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Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including:

0:00 - Introduction

2:30 - Netflix is being sued over the Paul-Tyson fight

15:30 - Have the original Ghostbusters retired?

21:00 - IHOP’s new Indiana Jones’ menu is lazy

28:30 - Ralph Macchio/Karate Kid news

33:50 - 1987’s Street Trash has a requel

42:10 - Star War’s latest project is Goonies in space

53:20 - Wrap Up and Thank You

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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 - :28

Announcement - 4:12

*Bonus audio and video episodes this week.

1980s News - 5:28

Creepy 900 Numbers - 24:10

Thank You and Wrap-Up - 57:37

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Purchase "Satanic Panic: Pop-Cultural Paranoia in the 1980s" here: https://bookshop.org/books/satanic-panic-pop-cultural-paranoia-in-the-1980s/9781903254868

More 900 Numbers: https://theghostinmymachine.com/2020/10/12/1980s-horror-hotlines-phone-numbers-weird-wonderful-list-1-900-909-creep/

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 - :32

1980s News - 2:01

Will's Smithereens 1980s Memory - 32:20

Jim Babjak Interview - 40:09

Thank You and Wrap-Up - 1:12:04

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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 - :35

Did Harrison Ford Praise Crystal Skull? - 2:30

1980s News - 6:34

Best Songs from 1980s Movies - 25:00

Thank You and Wrap-Up - 56:40

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Love soundtracks? Check out our chat with legendary 80s film composer Harold Faltermeyer here: https://bit.ly/382uR8L.