Podcast Episodes

Back to the Future: Part 2

It was the sequel that was never meant to be... Coming off the phenomenal success of Back to the Future, there was no choice but to create a follow-u…

2 years, 10 months ago

1980: A New Decade Begins...

As the 1970s finally came to a close, it was time for a brand new decade. Hopefully, this would be one full of hope, joy, prosperity, and technologic…

2 years, 10 months ago

Return of the Jedi: Wrapping up the Original Trilogy

When Return of the Jedi hit theatres in May 1983, there was a bittersweet feeling connected to it. Yes, there was enormous hype for the third and fin…

2 years, 10 months ago

The 'Brain' Computer Virus: From Floppy Disks to Fear

Entering the second half of the 80s, the PC was gaining prominence in our homes. But so too was an unwelcome guest...

As homes and schools were being…

2 years, 11 months ago

Teenage Mutant NInja Turtles: Part 2

In part 1 of this two-part series, we met the Ninja Turtles, their creators, and witnessed the launch of the comic book. At the end of part 1, we lef…

2 years, 11 months ago

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Part 1

It's the early 80s and two young artists are struggling to find their place in the world of comic books. But then, one night, everything would change…

2 years, 11 months ago

The Eruption of Mount St. Helens

A brand new decade was underway--but it began with a truly catastrophic event. Today, we travel back to May 1980 and the devastating eruption of Moun…

2 years, 11 months ago

The History of the A-Team

There are a handful of TV shows that perfectly represent the 1980s--and right at the top of the list is The A-Team. What began as a way to get NBC ou…

3 years ago

How Teddy Ruxpin Changed the Toy Industry

What do you get when you take Chuck E. Cheese, Atari, Disney, and Lord of the Rings? You get one of the defining--and best-selling--toys of the 1980s…

3 years ago

A Look Back at 1988

Amazing movies? Check. Epic music? Check. Incredible TV shows, sports, and new technology? Check, check, and check. Today, we look back on what truly…

3 years ago