Explore every episode of the podcast And The Year Was 1985 The Podcast
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| Season 3 - Episode 6 - November hangs! | 26 Nov 2025 | 00:40:08 | |
This week the guys are back with a fun old school pod. They chat about the Epstein files, anniversaries of some very cool music, music ticket pricing and a little of whats ahead for ATYW1985. š² Listen & Follow Us Everywhere:š https://linktr.ee/theyearwas1985 šø Instagram: @theyearwas1985podcast | |||
| Season 3 - Episode 5 - Steve Bays : Parts 2 | 19 Nov 2025 | 02:20:03 | |
Steve Bays joins the show. Frontman of Hot Hot Heat, member of Mounties and Fur Trade, and one of Canadaās most versatile producers. We dig into conspiracy theories, the role of social media in shaping music and perception, and why late-night coffee conversations still matter. Connect with Steve Bays: | |||
| Season 3 - Episode 4 - Steve Bays : Part 1 | 12 Nov 2025 | 01:12:48 | |
We are back! Steve Bays joins the show. Frontman of Hot Hot Heat, member of Mounties and Fur Trade, and one of Canadaās most versatile producers. We dig into conspiracy theories, the role of social media in shaping music and perception, and why late-night coffee still matters. Connect with Steve Bays: | |||
| Season 3 - Episode 3 - Avalon Stone | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:56:48 | |
Avalon Stone joins the show. Canadian rock artist from Kitchener blending ā90s grunge with modern alt-rock. Discussion covers her early start at age 10, the writing and concept behind her debut EP āChained,ā mental health themes, and takeaways from sharing stages with Big Wreck, JJ Wilde, The Beaches, and The Goo Goo Dolls. | |||
| Episode 22 - The Lost Tapes | 03 Nov 2025 | 02:09:44 | |
Here's a lost tape from Episode 5. Enjoy! | |||
| Season 3 - Episode 2 - Alan Cross | 23 Oct 2025 | 01:02:28 | |
This week, the guys sit down with one of Canadaās most trusted voices in music. From the alt-rock explosion of the 90s to the streaming era, heās been documenting how sound shapes culture for over three decades. Alan is Creator and Host of The Ongoing History and amazing series that you definitely should check out. We dive into his beginings, early radio, digital music, streaming, A.I. and lots more. Enjoy another incredible episode of And The Year Was 1985! Check out Alan's work here: š Website: A Journal of Musical Thingsš Facebook: facebook.com/alancross.cašø Instagram: @alan_crossxā¶ļø YouTube: youtube.com/@alancrossmusicgeekšļø Podcast: The Ongoing History of New Music šļø Listen to new episodes every weekš linktr.ee/theyearwas1985šø @andtheyearwas1985 | |||
| Season 3 - Epsiode 1 - V : Buried Beneath Me | 15 Oct 2025 | 01:13:37 | |
New set. New energy. This week we sit down with V from @buriedbeneathmeofficial ā the mind behind The House of Ash, dropping October 24. The album hits with full-scale theatrics, sharp performances, and cinematic weight. We dive into the bandās origins, sound evolution, and what comes next. Episode out now on @andtheyearwas1985. Website:ā SocialMedia: https://www.facebook.com/Buriedbeneathme/https://www.instagram.com/buriedbeneathmeofficial/#https://www.youtube.com/@buriedbeneathmehttps://www.threads.com/@buriedbeneathmeofficialhttps://buriedbeneathme.bandcamp.com/track/deathbed #TheHouseOfAsh #BuriedBeneathMe #Podcast #NewMusic #AltMetal #Interview #ColoradoMusic #AndTheYearWas1985 #90sCulture #MusicPodcast | |||
| Season 3 - The Intro | 08 Oct 2025 | 00:35:10 | |
š Welcome back, everyone! After a killer summer break, Sam and Ryan return to kick off Season 3 of And The Year Was 1985! The guys catch up on everything that went down over the summer, talk upcoming guests, and give a sneak peek at whatās in store this season. āļø Grab your headphones, crack a cold one, and letās dive back into the 90s nostalgia you know and love. š² Listen & Follow Us Everywhere:š https://linktr.ee/theyearwas1985 šø Instagram: @theyearwas1985podcast | |||
| The Lost Tapes - Volume 3 | 09 Jul 2025 | 00:36:25 | |
Welcome to Lost Tapes Volume 3. This one was filed before our first chat wth Jeremy Wray. Enjoy ths lost episode of the pod! | |||
| Episode 100 - It's a celebration! | 02 Jul 2025 | 01:30:56 | |
Welcome to episode 100 of the pod! The guys go over the past years guests and talk a bit about whats next. This concludes season 2 of the podcast. We will be back in the fall. In the mean time look out for new Lost Tapes epsiodes coming out for the rest of the summer. Enjoy and have a great summer Ryan & Sam ATYW1985 Team | |||
| Episode 99 - What's in the box! Round 3 | 25 Jun 2025 | 01:33:23 | |
Welcome back to round 3 of What's in the box! The guys dig through this weeks thrift store haul and have tons of laughs along the way. This is a no miss episode of ATYW1985! | |||
| Episode 98 - Lyin in bed, just like Turnstile did! | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:58:37 | |
Welcome back everyone! This week we have brand new music from Turnstile. The guys chat music news and tons more. Don't miss this episode of And The Year Was 1985! | |||
| Episode 97 - Todays the Day! - New Music | 11 Jun 2025 | 00:44:09 | |
It's episode 97 of And the Year was 1985! This week we have new music and live reaction to the new Turnstile album and lots more. Come join us for this weeks pod and enough some new tunes. š§ New episodes drop every weekāso be sure to follow, like, and share the pod! | |||
| Episode 96 - The Draft : Part 1 | 04 Jun 2025 | 00:43:45 | |
š§ EPISODE 83 ā The 90s Canadian Artist Draft: Part 1 What started as a conversation about the greatest Canadian artists of the 90s quickly turned into a draft battle! This week on And The Year Was 1985, the guys each build their ultimate team of 90s Canadian music legendsāone pick at a time. From iconic alt-rock acts to forgotten CanCon gems, it's a deep dive into the sounds that shaped a generation. š¶ Who did we miss?š¤ who is your pick for top 90's artist? Get ready for nostalgia, hot takes, and a few unexpected picks. Part 2 drops soonāso stay tuned and let us know who you'd draft! šø IG: @andtheyearwas1985š Website: https://linktr.ee/theyearwas1985 | |||
| Episode 95 - And in the News! | 26 May 2025 | 00:58:49 | |
We are back! This weeks pod has some news and fresh tunes to start the summer off right. Come join Ryan & Sam for another awesome episode of And The Year Was 1985! Follow us on Spotify, YouTube and anywhere you get your podcasts. Tune in weekly for new episodes | |||
| Episode 94 - This is gonna be SICK! | 26 May 2025 | 00:33:02 | |
We're back again with Ryan and Sam. This week the guys chat music new, reminisce over that skate courts of old and scientology in Hollywood. This ones a no miss. Enjoy another awesome episode of And The Year Was 1985! Remember to Follow us on Spotify, Youtube and anywhere you get your podcasts. Tune in next week for another episode! | |||
| Episode 93 - Ryan Gilliland - Vol : 3 | 14 May 2025 | 01:39:38 | |
EPISODE 82 ā Ryan Gilliland: Round 3 ā Music, Motivation & Big News Heās back! This week, Ryan Gilliland returns to And The Year Was 1985 for his third time in the studio. We chop it up about:
This episodeās got heart, energy, and the kind of real conversation you only get with good friends and a mic. š§ Available wherever you get your podcasts. | |||
| Episode 90 - Bill Welychka - Part 2 | 08 May 2025 | 01:07:12 | |
This week on And The Year Was 1985, we sit down with Bill WelychkaāCanadian broadcast icon, music journalist, and one of the most recognizable faces from the golden era of MuchMusic.From interviewing global superstars to shaping Canadian music culture, Bill shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from his time at Much, CHUM, and beyond. If you grew up in Canada in the 90s, this is one you donāt want to miss.š§ Listen on Spotify, Apple & morešŗ Watch right here on YouTubeš Like, comment, and subscribe for more retro pop culture goodnessFollow us:šø IG: @andtheyearwas1985š Website: https://linktr.ee/theyearwas1985 | |||
| Episode 92 - Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Rundown | 07 May 2025 | 00:50:20 | |
Welcome back! This week on And The Year Was 1985, the guys dig into the full list of 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees. Who deserves the spotlight? Who got snubbed (again)? And which artists made us scream, "Finally!"Along the way, we go on a few fun tangents, spin some great tracks, and celebrate the music that shaped entire generations. šø A fun, nostalgic ride through rock historyāwith just the right amount of side chatter. š§ Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. | |||
| Episode 91 - Shootin the Sh*t : Vol 6 | 07 May 2025 | 00:47:31 | |
Welcome back, this week we have a quick one for you. The guys chat up some current events and Ryan takes the wheel on the controls and soundboard. Enjoy this fun episode of And The Year Was 1985! | |||
| Episode 89 - Jeremy Wray - Part 2 | 16 Apr 2025 | 01:09:56 | |
Jeremy Wray Welcome back to And The Year Was 1985, for part two with legendary pro skater Jeremy Wray. He shares his journey from riding for Element Skateboards to branching out and launching a brand of his own with his brother, Joanas. From music to shoe design this is an amazing episode. We explore: The changing landscape of the skateboarding industry Why shoe companies became such big players The impact of new skaters on the culture and business Reflections on staying authentic in a growing scene This oneās packed with 90s nostalgia, real business insight,and stories from one of skateboardingās most respected voices. š§ Listen on Spotify, Apple & more Follow us: šø IG: @andtheyearwas1985 š Web: https://linktr.ee/theyearwas1985 šļø Subscribe: https://anchor.fm/s/e5a6f5f0/podcast/rss #JeremyWray #90sSkate #SkateboardingPodcast #ElementSkateboards #SkateCulture #AndTheYearWas1985 #SkateLegends #SkateBusiness #SkaterOwned #IndiePodcast | |||
| Episode 88 - The Live Gaming Pod! | 02 Apr 2025 | 01:30:25 | |
Welcome back to the pod! This week we have a replay of the YouTube live stream from March 27. The guys get into some Mario Cart, Tony Hawk and more. Come join us for a super fun podcast. Enjoy another epiosde of And The Year Was 1985! New Podcasts every Wednesday! | |||
| Episode 87 - Meet our friend Matthew Alvarez! | 26 Mar 2025 | 00:58:12 | |
This weeks guest is Matthew Alvarez creator of Sound Shed AV Solutions in Texas. In this episode the guys talk with Matthew about his early life, how he got from musician to AV, podcast studio design and tons of other skills he's gained along his path. Some of Sound Shed's projects include podcast design for Mr. Ballen, Tom Segura and Joe Rogan. This episode is filled with awesome stories and lots of wisdom from the best in the business. Enjoy another incredible episode of And The Year Was 1985 The Podcast! New Pods every Wednesday! | |||
| Episode 86 - Meet Dumb Crush! | 19 Mar 2025 | 01:22:32 | |
It's Wednesday! This weeks pod guests are Dumb Crush, a awesome up and coming band out of Toronto. These guys are amazing, check them out on Spotify. The guys chat the history of the band, Led Zepplin and tons more. This was a blast and can't wait to hear their new Tunes coming in April 2025. Check the boys out in your town at www.dumbcrushband.com New pods every Wednesday! | |||
| Episode 85 - Meet our friend Mike Hickey! | 12 Mar 2025 | 01:30:59 | |
It's another episode of the pod and we are back with an awesome guest this week welcome Mike Hickey! We've known Mike for a long time and it was awesome to catch up and talk about his project Terror Nova on NTV Plus, also check out the novels of the same name. Check out Mike and Buddha at www.terrornova.ca New pods Wednesdays! | |||
| Episode 84 - Blaine Burke : Gpop Culture Fair 5 | 05 Mar 2025 | 00:49:11 | |
Welcome back everybody! This week we have in studio guest Blaine Burke, Creator and Host of Gpop Culture Fair here in Grande Prairie, Alberta. This event has tons of great local talent and some amazing creators. We chat about some of the events and guests and we will also be involved. ATYW1985 will be there for interviews, panels and workshops. Come by and see Local podcasters Lindsay Janes of Disturbing the Peace and Brady Irvine of Surf Kings of Gotham. Check out Gpop Culture Fair April 12 & 13. | |||
| Episode 83 - OH CANADA! | 27 Feb 2025 | 00:36:55 | |
We're back BABY! This week is the guys live reaction to Canada winning the 4 Nations tournament last week. What an incredible game and what a goal! Enjoy a this week podcast. New Episodes every Wednesday! | |||
| Episode 82 - Meet our friend Jeremy Wray | 19 Feb 2025 | 00:59:56 | |
Welcome back to another incredible episode of ATYW1985. This week we have part 1 with pro skater, designer and friend of the pod Jeremy Wray. The guys chat with Jeremy on how he got his start in skating, the water tower gap, his influence on skating and his favourite new era skaters. This is episode 82 Part 1, with Jeremy Wray. | |||
| Episode 81 - Meet our friend Tarzan Dan Freeman! | 12 Feb 2025 | 00:55:42 | |
Welcome to episode 81! This weeks guest is none other than the legendary "Tarzan" Dan Freeman. Dan originally from Ontario and coming up in the broadcast scene he found his way to hosting "The Hit List" on YTV for 6 years. He also curated The Hit List compilation albums selling over 2 million copies. Dan has interviewed almost anyone you can name is known for super fun interviews and questions. Currently Dan is National iHeart Radio Canada Midday Host on 22 Bounce Radio stations nation wide. Dan has also found success in Photography. Known to be able to capture incredible moments of motion on film. Enjoy another episode of And The Year Was 1985! Check outTarzan Dan oniHeart Radio - Bounce- in your time zone. New Episodes every Wednesday! | |||
| Episode 80 - Best of Hockey Game Soundtracks | 05 Feb 2025 | 01:19:53 | |
Welcome back to And the Year Was 1985! This week the guys take a look back at their top picks from the legendary EA Sports NHL games beginning in 1999. This episode is packed with sick tunes and tons of fun. Enjoy another episode of And The Year Was 1985 - The Podcast! New Episodes every Wednesday! | |||
| Episode 79 - Meet our friend Mariah Braun! | 29 Jan 2025 | 01:12:48 | |
Welcome back to the podcast. This weeks guest is Mariah Braun, creator of M3M Studio and Marketing. Mariah is local to Grande Prairie and has won Young Woman of Influence from the City of Grande Prairie and anĀ Alumni Entrepreneurship Award from Northwestern Polytechnic. Mariah and her team are an awesome resource and inspiration to the local creative community. Enjoy our conversion on this weeks episode of And The Year Was 1985!
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| Episode 78 - Meet our friend George Stroumboulopoulos! | 22 Jan 2025 | 01:49:47 | |
Welcome back to the pod. We have another very special and surprise guest, George Stroumboulopoulos. From his early days at The Edge radio, to Much Music, to CBC hockey night in Canada, to the house of Strombo and now onto Apple with the Strombo Show. We talk about his amazing career, where music is and where it's going. Enjoy this weeks episode of And The Year Was 1985! New episodes every Wednesday. | |||
| Episode 77 - Current Events - Jan 2025 | 15 Jan 2025 | 01:35:51 | |
Welcome back! It is the first pod of 2025 and we are here for it. This week the guys get in to the news from this week. With a lot current events happening this week the guys covered some of these. Enjoy this weeks episode of And The Year Was 1985! New Episodes every Wednesday. https://linktr.ee/theyearwas1985 | |||
| Episode 76 - Favourite Series 2 | 08 Jan 2025 | 00:55:21 | |
Welcome back! This week is favourite Series 2 where the guys take a look at some of their top picks in moves, music and TV. New episodes every Wednesday! | |||
| Episode 75 - Meet our friend Steve Bays! | 01 Jan 2025 | 02:08:09 | |
Welcome back and Happy New Year! This weeks guest is Steve Bays from Hot Hot Heat. Left Field Messiah,Ā Fur Trade, andĀ Mounties. He is also an incredible engineer, producer and awesome guy. The guys talk about being a creative, his process and lots of life lessons. Check out Steve on Spotify or anywhere you get your music. Enjoy the first pod of 2025! New episodes every Wednesday! | |||
| Episode 74 - Year End Review | 25 Dec 2024 | 01:08:09 | |
Happy New Year! This week we take a look back at where we've been, who we've talked to and plans for the new year. Enjoy a little conclusion to the year. New episodes every Wednesday! | |||
| Episode 73 - It's Christmas! | 18 Dec 2024 | 00:48:22 | |
Happy Holidays everyone! This week is the Christmas episode. They guys chat some favourite music, TV and Movies along with some great memories of 90's Christmas. Take a fun look back on this weeks episode of And The Year Was 1985 - The Podcast! New Episodes every week. Follow us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or on your favourite listening app. | |||
| Episode 72 - Meet our friend Hulk Caesar! | 11 Dec 2024 | 01:51:01 | |
Welcome back to the podcast. This week we have Hulk Caesar of The Hulk Caesar Show. Hulk co hosts an awesome podcast based out of downtown St.John's , Newfoundland. Along with co host Emily Malloy they chat with local artists, musicians and tons more. They are a SOCAN licensed podcast and spin great tunes along with live performances . Check them out at www.hulkshow.com. Follow us on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts and where ever you get your podcasts. | |||
| Episode 71 - Meet our friend David Bottrill! | 04 Dec 2024 | 01:09:14 | |
Welcome back to the podcast. This week we have a 3 time Grammy award winning Music Producer David Bottrill. David Has has worked with over one hundred atrists including, Peter Gabriel, Tool, Silverchair, Muse, Coheed & Cambria, Crown Lands, I Mother Earth, Rush, Stone Sour, GodSmack and many more. David takes us through working with some of these amazing artists on another amazing episode of, And The Year Was 1985! | |||
| Episode 70 - Pop Culture this week | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:52:36 | |
Welcome back to this weeks episode of And The Year Was 1985! On this pod the guys go over the past few weeks in pop culture. From the Tyson Vs Paul fight to the US election the guys discuss pop culture in the news this week. Enjoy this weeks podcast and come back every Wednesday for new podcasts! | |||
| Episode 69 - Meet our friend Matt Wells! | 20 Nov 2024 | 01:03:51 | |
This week we have Matt Wells from Bucket Truck, Much More Music. He's now a writer, producer, actor and an awesome guy. The gents chat growing up in Newfoundland, what it's really like there, the punk ethos of Newfoundlanders and Matts winding career. We hope you enjoy the latest episode of And The Year Was 1985! | |||
| Episode 68 - The Tragically Hip : Deep Dive | 13 Nov 2024 | 01:59:56 | |
Welcome back to November on the Pod! This week the guys take a look at the documentary series No Dress Rehearsal, on one of Canada's most seminal bands, The Tragically Hip. From their punk rock start in the 80's to their rise to Canadian Darlings and their farewell performance from Kingston, the guys cover it all. Enjoy this weeks episode! | |||
| Episode 67 - Meet Our Friend Joel Martin! | 06 Nov 2024 | 01:36:44 | |
This week we have Joel Martin from The Joel Martin Mastery Podcast. Joel has interviewed some of the biggest artists, music engineers and producers and is known for his deep dive interviews and captivating questions. The guys get into Joel's background in the music industry, interviewing some of his favourite artists and podcasting. Check out Joel on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. The Joel Martin Mastery Podcast on YouTube ā The Joel Martin Mastery Podcast on Apple ā ā The Joel Martin Mastery Podcast on Spotify Joel Martin Instagram | |||
| Episode 66 - This is Halloween! | 30 Oct 2024 | 01:29:15 | |
It's spooky time again and the guys are back with another Halloween episode. The guys celebrate with a few tunes, your favourite TV specials and some scary movies. Enjoy this fun episode of ATYW1985! New Episodes weekly! | |||
| Episode 65 - Meet our friends Nik Sexton & Sean Dalton | 23 Oct 2024 | 01:35:15 | |
On this weeks podcast we have two very special guests. Nik Sexton, writer/director of the new film Skeet staring Sean Dalton as the lead Billy Skinner. Skeet is a fish out of water story with a slight twist. The guys chat about the making of the film along with some fun stories of growing up in Newfoundland along with some tales from the road. Skeet had it's industry debut at this years TIFF and was screened for the public at the Atlantic International Film Festival. Skeet also stars Fadia Afashe,Ā Lawrence Barry, Carter Churchill, Gina Squires,Ā Kate Corbett, Pat Dempsey, Darryl Hopkins,Ā Sean Panting, Gary Peddle, Jackson Petten,Ā Terry Ryan, Garth Sexton, Wendi Smallwood and Mahmoud Thome. | |||
| Episode 64 - Spooky Week 2 with Lindsay Janes! | 16 Oct 2024 | 01:32:49 | |
Welcome back to ATYW1985 spooky week 2!. Lindsay Janes is back again for an extended chat on halloween pop culture and more. Grab some candy corn and enjoy this weeks episode of And the Year was 1985! Follow Disturbing the Peace on Spotifyā ā @disturbingthepeacepodā On Instagram | |||
| Episode 63 - Spooky week 1 with Lindsay Janes! | 09 Oct 2024 | 01:14:47 | |
Welcome to Spooky WEEK! This week we are joined by the amazing Lindsay Janes. Lindsay is the host of Disturbing the Peace Podcast about local true crime. By making it local and telling these awesome stories we thought it would be great to have her on to chat all things spooky. Also chatting about some of their favourite Tv, and Movies from their childhoods and talking some new things for the adults, this is part one of two in this spook week collaboration! Follow Disturbing the Peace on Spotify @disturbingthepeacepod On Instagram | |||
| Episode 62 - The Lost Tapes - Volume 2 | 05 Oct 2024 | 01:59:38 | |
Welcome back, this week we have another Lost Tape from a few months back. This one starts with a game of what's in the box and then off the rails. Enjoy this weeks episode of And The Year Was 1985!
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| Episode 61 - Meet our friend Arjun Roy! | 25 Sep 2024 | 01:41:49 | |
Welcome back ATYW1985 fam! This week we have a local Grande Prairie music legend on, Arjun Roy. The guys chat about Arjun's travels and influences from around the globe. Arjun is a graduate of Berklee Collage of Music Boston and Valencia. He has worked on tons of great music and is an excellent player in his own right. Enjoy getting to know him on this week's episode of And The Year Was 1985! www.arjunroy.com | |||
| Episode 60 - Meet our friend Bryan Tobin! | 18 Sep 2024 | 02:28:02 | |
Hello again, and welcome to another very special episode of ATYW1985. This week's guest is Newfoundlands own Bryan Tobin of his long running podcast Tobin Tonight. The guys discuss podcasting, getting in early and have a laugh or 10. Brain graduated from Carleton University with a BA in Communications, Loyalist College with a Post Grad Diploma in Sports Journalism and Algonquin College with a Radio Diploma.Ā Enjoy this weeks episode of And The Year Was 1985! | |||