Rediscover The 80s Podcast: Recent Episodes
Jason Gross
Rediscover the 80s Podcast celebrates 1980s pop culture through several unique shows. "Memory Jogger" chronicles the lives of the two lifelong friends Jason and Wyatt who grew up in the '80s. "Rediscovered" reviews obscure TV, film, and animation from the '80s. "Rank 'Em" features Top 5 lists on several subjects. Plus, other specialty shows!
Jason and Wyatt return for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast series reviewing obscure TV, moves, and cartoons from the '80s. Episode 12 reviews the 1988 movie Body Slam starring Dirk Benedict, Tanya Roberts, and Roddy Piper. This action comedy follows a down-on-his-luck music manager whose luck changes when he mistakenly begins to also managing a wrestling tag team.
Our podcast goes in depth on the film including its development, cast and crew, and home video history. We'll also give our review including our favorite/least favorite characters and scenes and an overall rating of rediscovering the movie or leaving it in the past.
We also welcome your comments on Body Slam and any suggestions for TV shows, movies, or cartoons for us to review in future episodes. Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
In this episode of Memory Jogger, the randomizer chooses the topic of Looney Tunes! Jason and Wyatt remember their favorite characters and some specific times they watched the animated shorts as kids. We talk about many of the characters, the voice talents of Mel Blanc, specials that aired on TV in the '70s and '80s and even touch the Space Jam movies.
Did we jog any memories about Looney Tunes? What were your favorite characters? Tell us about your experiences either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode. Leave a message here → https://telb.ee/rd80s
Jason and Wyatt preview the most awesome comic con ever, Retro Con 2023! Get the scoop on all the celebrity guests, contests, events, and venue itself in this preview show.
For more information and to order weekend passes, please visit Retrocons.com
Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com or tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb with your comments.
Jason and Wyatt return for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast reviewing obscure TV, moves, and cartoons from the '80s. Episode 11 reviews the 1983 movie Last Plane Out starring Jan-Michael Vincent. Based on a true story, this political drama follows a reporter covering the Nicaraguan revolution in the late '70s who gets caught between enemy lines.
Our podcast goes in depth on the film including its origin, cast and crew, and box office history. We'll also give you our review including our favorite/least favorite characters and scenes and then an overall rating of rediscovering the movie or leaving it in the past.
We also welcome your comments on Club Paradise and any suggestions for TV shows, movies, or cartoons for us to review in future episodes. Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
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In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt take a break from the randomizer to dwell on the topic of Thanksgiving! First, we share our childhood memories of family gatherings and the quirky details of our traditions and meals. And speaking of food, we also discuss our favorite dishes and desserts that we have always looked forward to consuming on Thanksgiving Day.
And then, it's onto pop culture memories. Jason and Wyatt discuss their experience with Black Friday and watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Plus, we list off our favorite TV specials and movies centered around Thanksgiving from Charlie Brown and Garfield to Planes, Trains, and Automobiles and Grumpy Old Men.
Did we jog any Thanksgiving memories or experiences you had over the years? Tell us your jogged memories either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
From the 80sTees.com Studios, The 80s Weekly is a newscast featuring retro pop culture headlines from the world of movies, streaming, music, video games, comic books, collectibles, and more. Hosts Jason and Wyatt deliver the headlines and then give their reaction along with a rating of "Rad" or "Bad."
Issue #15 features:
- Two Iconic Houses From 80s Movies are on the Market
- ‘Streets Of Rage’: Lionsgate Picks Up Feature Of Sega Videogame From ‘John Wick’s Derek Kolstad
- Bill & Ted's Princesses Get Their Own Comic In Opus Feb 2023 Solicits
- John Paragon, Aka ‘Jambi The Genie’ on ‘Pee-Wee’s Playhouse,’ Laid To Rest In Unique Urn
Your 80s Tees of the Week are Chop Suey Palace CoandHave A Macho Christmas
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Join the conversation and tell us your "Rad or Bad" comments on this week's headlines! Tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt use the randomizer to choose from a group of topics and see how much they can remember (without any prior show notes.) After sharing their experiences, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from their memories.
The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is The Munsters! First, Wyatt shares his thoughts on the recent Netflix movie and then he and Jason jog their memories to recall watching the original '60s TV series as kids in the '80s. They discuss their favorite characters, the quirky details of the house, and even the cars. They even discuss their thoughts on the other dark sitcom The Addams Family. Join us for another fun episode that travels to 1313 Mockingbird Lane!
Did we jog any memories or experiences you had of The Munsters? Tell us your jogged memories either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
The 80s Weekly is a newscast featuring retro pop culture headlines from the world of movies, streaming, music, video games, comic books, collectibles, and more. Hosts Jason and Wyatt deliver the headlines and then give their reaction along with a rating of "Rad" or "Bad."
Issue #14 features:
- National Toy Hall of Fame Inductees for 2022 Announced
- Night Court Back in Session This January with 2-Episode Premiere
- Indiana Jones Series Reportedly Being Eyed by Lucasfilm, Disney+
- 10 Most Iconic Newspaper Comic Strips From The '80s
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Join the conversation and tell us your "Rad or Bad" comments on this week's headlines! Tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt use the randomizer to choose from a group of topics and see how much they can remember (without any prior show notes.) After sharing their experiences, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from their memories.
The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Transformers and Gobots! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories to recall which came first in their experience. They also try to recall if it was the animated shows or the toys that they connected with first. They share their memories of the Transformers animated series and then going to watch Transformers: The Movie in the theater. Plus, their reactions to how Transformers has evolved over the year including the movie franchise. But not to be outdone, Jason and Wyatt also recall the Gobots animated series and the toys they collected. Join us for a mind-altering (or maybe mind-transforming) episode!
Did we jog any memories or experiences you have had of Transformers and Gobots? Tell us your jogged memories either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt use the randomizer to choose from a group of topics and see how much they can remember (without any prior show notes.) After sharing their experiences, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from their memories.
The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Transformers and Gobots! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories to recall which came first in their experience. They also try to recall if it was the animated shows or the toys that they connected with first. They share their memories of the Transformers animated series and then going to watch Transformers: The Movie in the theater. Plus, their reactions to how Transformers has evolved over the year including the movie franchise. But not to be outdone, Jason and Wyatt also recall the Gobots animated series and the toys they collected. Join us for a mind-altering (or maybe mind-transforming) episode!
Did we jog any memories or experiences you have had of Transformers and Gobots? Tell us your jogged memories either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
The 80s Weekly is a newscast featuring retro pop culture headlines from the world of movies, streaming, music, video games, comic books, collectibles, and more. Hosts Jason and Wyatt deliver the headlines and then give their reaction along with a rating of "Rad" or "Bad."
Issue #12 features:
- McDonald’s Welcomes Back The McRib Through November 20, 2022 for "Farewell Tour"
- Super Mario Bros. Movie Composer Gives Fans Sneak Peek At 'Mario Suite Part 3'
- The Neverending Story (40th Anniversary) Project Creation Achieves 10,000 Supporters on Lego Ideas
- Hasbro Debuts Dungeons & Dragons Transforming D20 Dicelings
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Join the conversation and tell us your "Rad or Bad" comments on this week's headlines! Tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
The 80s Weekly is a newscast featuring retro pop culture headlines from the world of movies, streaming, music, video games, comic books, collectibles, and more. Hosts Jason and Wyatt deliver the headlines and then give their reaction along with a rating of "Rad" or "Bad."
Issue #11 features:
- A Christmas Story Christmas Official Teaser
- BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Musical is coming to Broadway
- Tina Turner Gets the Barbie Treatment
- Motley Crue and Def Leppard Announce 2023 World Tour
- Doctor Brenner Gets A Stranger Things Origin In his Own Comic Book
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Join the conversation and tell us your "Rad or Bad" comments on this week's headlines! Tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt discuss their recent homecoming trip to their hometown in PA. Wyatt drove in from MD and Jason and his oldest son took a road trip from AL to spend a weekend together in PA. They ate lunch at one of their favorite hometown restaurants, they crashed a birthday party at the local roller skating rink, they visited a couple local thrift stores, and had dinner at another favorite steakhouse. In the meantime, Wyatt dug up some childhood treasures including a Fireball Island board game and a couple Trapper Keepers! Listen in as the hosts remember they rare day that they got to spend together.
Did we jog any memories or experiences you have had of Bill Murray? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt use the randomizer to choose from a group of topics and see how much they can remember (without any prior show notes.) After sharing their experiences, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from their memories.
The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Bill Murray! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories to recall when they first remember seeing Bill Murray. The movies they remember most are Ghostbusters, Ghostbusters II, Scrooged, Groundhog Day, What About Bob? and The Man That Knew Too Little. Then the hosts use IMDB to fill in the gaps and recall movies like Caddyshack, Stripes, Kingpin and more. Join us as we look back at the filmography of Bill Murray!
Did we jog any memories or experiences you have had of Bill Murray? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt use the randomizer to choose from a group of topics and see how much they can remember (without any prior show notes.) After sharing their experiences, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from their memories.
The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Bill Murray! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories to recall when they first remember seeing Bill Murray. The movies they remember most are Ghostbusters, Ghostbusters II, Scrooged, Groundhog Day, What About Bob? and The Man That Knew Too Little. Then the hosts use IMDB to fill in the gaps and recall movies like Caddyshack, Stripes, Kingpin and more. Join us as we look back at the filmography of Bill Murray!
Did we jog any memories or experiences you have had of Bill Murray? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
This episode of the RD80s Podcast is another Memory Jogger "Mystery" episode where Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Star Wars! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories to recall when they first encountered the Star Wars franchise (which may surprise some people) and how it lingers with them today. The conversation also turns somewhat to give the hosts take on Star Wars vs. Star Trek and how the two franchise differ.
Did we jog any memories or experiences you have had with Star Wars? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
This episode of the RD80s Podcast is another Memory Jogger "Mystery" episode where Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Star Wars! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories to recall when they first encountered the Star Wars franchise (which may surprise some people) and how it lingers with them today. The conversation also turns somewhat to give the hosts take on Star Wars vs. Star Trek and how the two franchise differ.
Did we jog any memories or experiences you have had with Star Wars? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
This episode of the RD80s Podcast is another Memory Jogger "Mystery" episode where Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat if necessary by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The topic chosen by the randomizer during this episode is Grandparents! Jason and Wyatt hop in the old family station wagon and take a trip to their Grandparents' house. The hosts share their experiences of visits, what they did to entertain themselves as kids during those visits, and just memorialize them and the impact they had on their lives.
Did we job any memories or experiences you had with your grandparents? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or better yet Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
This episode of the RD80s Podcast is another Memory Jogger "Mystery" episode where Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during this episode is ALF! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories on the first time they remember watching the ALF TV series and share their favorite episodes. They also remember all the merchandise surrounding ALF including trading cards, the Burger King puppets, plush doll, and video game. They also share some appearance of ALF they remember in other shows like the animated series, Hollywood squares, and the Thanksgiving parade.
What are your favorite episodes or memories of ALF? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
Jason and Wyatt hype their favorite convention Retro Con! You'll hear the complete schedule, guest list, and raffle prizes for the upcoming show on Sept 24-25, 2022 in Oaks, PA. You'll hear why its our favorite convention through our past experiences and insight.
For more info, please visit https://Retrocons.com or connect with Retro Con on social media like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Join the conversation by leaving at comment at Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll air it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
This episode of the RD80s Podcast is another Memory Jogger Mystery episode where Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is Michael J. Fox! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories on the first time they remember watching Michael J. Fox like in the hit TV series Family Ties and the blockbuster film Back to the Future. The hosts go through his filmography, talking about films like Teen Wolf, The Secret of My Success, Life With Mikey, and more films. Jog with us down memory lane as we celebrate the career Michael J. Fox!
Links:
- Michael J. Fox playing "Johnny B. Goode" with Coldplay in 2016
- Marty and Doc visit Jimmy Kimmel in 2015
What are your favorite movies and shows featuring Michael J. Fox? Join the conversation by leaving any jogged memories to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll air it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is PSA Commercials! Do you remember watching Saturday morning cartoons and a random public service announcement would interrupt your viewing? "This is your brain. This is your brain on drugs. Any questions?" Do you remember the safety mascots like Smokey the Bear, McGruff the Crime Dog, and the Crash Test Dummies? Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of all the PSA commercials they can remember watching as kids.
What do you remember about slot car racing? Join the conversation by leaving any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s
In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is Slot Cars! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of slot car tracks they had, tracks of the '80s that they always wanted like themed tracks featuring Knight Rider and the Dukes of Hazzard.
What do you remember about slot car racing? Join the conversation by leaving any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s
In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is Robin Williams! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories with movies and TV shows that they enjoyed over the years starring Robin Williams. From Popeye to Patch Adam. From Mork to Mrs. Doubtfire. Listen to the host's tribute to actor and how his career in Hollywood did more than just entertain us.
Join the conversation! What are some of your favorite Robin Williams movies and shows? Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt take a break from the mystery episodes to memorialize their childhood friend 'Leaf.' Unfortunately, Leaf passed away in 2011 before they ever thought about podcasting but over the years of recording Memory Jogger, his name has popped up frequently. Jason and Wyatt take turns sharing memories of their friend over the years including times spent at his house and his collection of popular toys and games.
Listen along and maybe we'll motivate you to memorialize one of your childhood friends and the treasured memories you have.
Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s
In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is Scary Movies! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories with some movies they watched as kids that downright scared them. And being the scaredy cats that the hosts are, the films are not horror but more fantasy. Were you afraid of the Skekis creatures from The Dark Crystal? The wolf from The Neverending Story? People's faces being melted off in Raiders of the Lost Ark? We sure were and some still freak us out to this day.
Join the conversation! What are some movies that scared you as a kid? Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s
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In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is The A-Team! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories about the first time they watched the series, favorite characters, favorite episodes, and the toys they collected. They also remember when they met Murdock and Face at Retro Con and give their thoughts on the 2010 A-Team movie.
Links:
- Retro Con 2017: Meeting Half The A-Team
- A-Team At 30: 10 Best Hannibal Smith Disguises
- A-Team At 30: 15 Best Murdock Insanity Moments
- A-Team at 30: Best Vehicle Guest Appearances
- A-Team At 30: 10 Most Ridiculous Weapons and Inventions
- A-Team At 30: The Best of B.A. Baracus Lingo
- A-Team At 30: 10 Best Scams By Faceman
Join the conversation! What are some of your favorite '80s movies that never get old? Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s
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In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is Movies That Never Get Old! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories about movies they watched constantly in high school, movies that impacted them as kids, and other '80s movies that they could watch on endless loop. Included in the discussion are films like Ghostbusters, Transformers: The Movie, Back to the Future, Short Circuit, Spaceballs, Crocodile Dundee and a couple personal favorites like Armed and Dangerous and See No Evil Hear No Evil.
Join the conversation! What are some of your favorite '80s movies that never get old? Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd
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In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is Ernest P. Worrell! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories about everything Ernest including his early commercials, his first movie Ernest Goes to Camp, the short lived TV series Hey Vern It's Ernest, Ernest Saves Christmas, and more. We also discuss some Jim Varney's other films like Beverly Hillbillies and Toy Story.
Links
- Rediscovered #7 - Hey Vern It's Ernest
- 14 Air-Braking Facts About 'Ernest Saves Christmas'
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In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is John Hughes Movies! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories for all the movies that the late great writer and director was a part of. We go through his filmography by writing credits and talk about our favorites and some that missed us altogether. Join us for a great chat about John Candy, the Brat Pack, and so many more great films of the 80s and 90s.
Links
- Planes, Trains, and Automobiles at The Retro Network Drive-In
- Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: 47 Difference Between the Movie and Script
- Behind the Scenes Featurette of Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
- Dutch at The Retro Network Drive-In
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In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is Superheroes! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories for the first time they remember the concept of superheroes. Strangely enough, it was through comic book pages but rather Saturday morning cartoons like Spider-man and His Amazing Friends and Superfriends. They also discuss watching reruns of TV shows like the 1966 Batman and The Incredible Hulk after school in the '80s. They also recall blockbusters movies that made an impact like the Christopher Reeve Superman movies and the 1989 Batman movie. Join us for a super topic and discussion!
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In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is Educational Toys! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of what educational gadgets and games they had growing up in the '80s that were somewhat disguised as toys like Speak & Spell, Little Professor Calculator, Light Brite, Etch-A-Sketch, Spirograph, and more.
Join the conversation! Leave any memories that we might have jogged to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL → https://telb.ee/rd80s. We'll play back or red back your comments on the next podcast.
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In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
Leading off the show this week is the hosts' reaction to a voicemail and comment regarding the previous topic of The Dukes of Hazzard.
The random topic chosen during the show is Pee-Wee Herman! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of watching Pee-Wee's Big Adventure, Pee-Wee's Playhouse, and other moments like Pee-Wee's appearance on the MTV Video Music Awards. Some other memories include Paul Reuben's role on Mystery Men, Jim Carrey's parody on In Living Color, and a family of Pee-Wee's Playhouse cosplayers at Retro Con.
Links:
- Pee-Wee's Almost Halloween Tradition on Letterman
- Retro Con 2017 Cosplay Photos
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In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
Leading off the show this week is the hosts' reaction to their first voicemail regarding their previous topic of compact discs.
The random topic chosen during the show is The Dukes of Hazzard! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of watching the hit TV show as kids, what toys they had, and overall thoughts on the series that aired for 7 seasons. Superfan Wyatt as tells about obtaining autographs of the stars while visiting Cooter's Last Stand and the hosts remember their trip to Covington, GA in search of filming locations for the show.
Links:
- John Schneider and Tom Pat sing "Good Ol' Boys"
- Wyatt visits Cooter's Last Stand
- Jason and Wyatt visit Cooter's Place during the Road Trip to 40
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In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is Compact Discs! Jason and Wyatt jog their memories on the first time they remember seeing CDs, when they started collecting and burning them for music, and how their listening experienced changed. They talk about using Discmans in their cars, collecting habits from services like Columbia House and BMG, when CD-ROMs enter the computing world, and an overall bunny trail on the evolution of music media throughout their lives.
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Also check out The Retro Network Time Machine: Evolution of Music episode with Jason and Old School Tim as recommended during the episode.
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In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is Chevy Chase! Jason and Wyatt share their fondest memories of Chevy Chase movies like National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, Funny Farm, Fletch, and more. Jason also recalls his appearance on Saturday Night Live and the Paul Simon music video "You Can Call Me Al."
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In this Memory Jogger Mystery episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly choose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is Teenage Hobbies and Collections! Jason and Wyatt share their earliest memories of what hobbies they were into and what items they were collecting. Some of the hobbies they remember were building model kits, pinewood derby, and model trains. Some things they started collecting in younger years were baseball cards, coins, and sticker albums.
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In this first episode of Memory Jogger Mystery, Jason and Wyatt randomly chose from a group of topics (without any prior show notes) and see how much they can remember. After sharing their experience, they can then cheat by using the Google machine to find anything they might have missed from memory.
The random topic chosen during the show is Monster Trucks! Jason and Wyatt share their earliest memories of watching monster truck shows live and on TV or home video. They share some of the pop culture influence they experienced through trucks like Bigfoot. Then they finish the conversation with experiences they've had in recent memory.
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In this special Christmas episode, Jason and Wyatt do a track-by-track review of the 1988 album Twisted Christmas by Bob Rivers. The hosts remember when they first heard the album, give some history on Bob Rivers and his discography, and then comment on classic songs like "The 12 Pains of Christmas", "Wreck the Malls", "The Restroom Door Said Gentlemen" and many more.
Watch the official "12 Pains of Christmas" music video.
Amazon Prime members can listen to Twisted Christmas and more Bob Rivers tracks on Amazon Music.
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Join Jason and Wyatt as they review their experience at Retro Con 2021! You'll hear all about the show including cosplayers, vendors, celebrity guests, celebrity cars, and the Cybertronic Spree concert. We'll also reveal all the collectibles we took home with us!
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Episode 22 of Memory Jogger features Jason and Wyatt remembering '80s breakfast cereals and specifically, cereal commercials. We talk about our favorite brands, any morning rituals, and choose over 20 commercials to rediscover. You'll hear the audio from the actual commercials in the podcast and can watch them with us on our YouTube video!
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Jason and Wyatt return for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast reviewing obscure TV, movies, and cartoons from the '80s. Episode 9 reviews the 1985 animated movie Secret of the Sword starring He-man and She-ra. The movie from Filmation was released to theaters and introduced the She-Ra character and her home planet of Ethera.
Our podcast goes in depth on the films origins, cast and crew, broadcast and home video history, and overall review. We'll also tell you our likes/dislikes and whether we recommend you rediscover the movie or leave it in the past.
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Jason and Wyatt return for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast reviewing obscure TV, moves, and cartoons from the '80s. Episode 8 reviews the 1989-92 animated series Camp Candy starring John Candy. The Saturday morning show ran for 3 seasons and featured the adventures of camp counselor John Candy and his campers.
Our podcast goes in depth on the show including the origins, cast and crew, broadcast and home video history, and reviews of several episodes. We'll also give you our likes/dislikes and overall thoughts on whether we recommend you rediscover the series or leave it in the past.
We also welcome your comments on Camp Candy and any suggestions for TV shows, movies, or cartoons for us to review in future episodes. Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com or watch our podcast recording session on the RD80s YouTube channel!
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Episode 21 of the Memory Jogger Podcast features Jason and Wyatt remembering what TV was like in the '80s. We talk about our earliest memories, local channels and programs, and when we got cable. Then we discuss our favorite cable channels as kids and our cable habits up through the present day.
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Jason and Wyatt return for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast reviewing obscure TV, moves, and cartoons from the '80s. Episode 7 covers the 1988 TV series Hey Vern, It's Ernest! starring Jim Varney. The Saturday morning show ran for just 13 episodes with a featured theme and recurring segments including Ernest and several sketch comedy skits.
Our podcast goes in depth on the show including the origins, cast and crew, broadcast and home video history, and episode breakdown. We'll also give you our favorite and least favorite episodes, characters/skits, and overall thoughts on whether we recommend you rediscover the TV series or leave it in the past.
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Jason and Wyatt are back for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast reviewing obscure TV, moves, and cartoons from the '80s. The 6th episode covers the 1989 feature film Little Monsters starring Fred Savage and Howie Mandell. The story revolves around a teenage boy who discovers a minster realm under his bed and befriends one of its inhabitants.
Our podcast goes in depth on the movie including the cast and crew, soundtrack, release history. We'll also give you our favorite and least favorite scenes, characters, and overall thoughts on whether we recommend you rediscover the movie or leave it in the past.
We also welcome your comments on Little Monsters and any suggestions for TV shows, movies, or cartoons for us to review in future episodes. Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com or watch our podcast recording session on the RD80s YouTube channel!
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We've reached Episode 20 of the Memory Jogger Podcast and Jason and Wyatt dig deep into their memory banks to remember their home video game consoles. We talk about when we received our first gaming system and share our personal history of enjoying video games at home. Our consoles include the Atari 2600, Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), Sega Master System, Sega Genesis, and even Wyatt's first Texas Instruments home computer.
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Join Jason and Wyatt as they review their experience at Retro Con 2019! You'll hear all about the show including cosplayers, vendors, celebrity guests, celebrity cars, and the Cybertronic Spree concert. We'll also reveal all the collectibles we took home with us!
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On episode 19 of the Memory Jogger podcast, Jason and Wyatt remember remember department stores and mall from their childhood. We talk about stores in our local area in central PA and then trips to Altoona and State College to visit more stores. Stores include Ames, KMart, Hills, and Value City with our local Clearfield Mall which included JC Penney, NRM, Radio Shack, and many more.
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Jason and Wyatt are back for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast reviewing obscure TV, moves, and cartoons from the '80s. The 5th episode covers the 1986 animated television series "Ghostbusters" by Filmation. While it ran for 65 episodes in syndication, it's still overshadowed in the world of the Ghostbusters film franchise and "The Real Ghostbusters" animated series. It's one that we had not seen since it's initial run so we decided to watch the original 5-episode miniseries that tells the origin story.
Our podcast goes in depth on the show include its broadcast history, home video release, voice cast, and merchandise. We'll break down the 5 episodes and give you our opinions, good and bad, on the characters, story and overall reaction during our watch experience.
We also welcome your comments on Ghostbusters and any suggestions for TV shows, movies, or cartoons for us to review in the future.
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On episode 18 of the Memory Jogger podcast, Jason and Wyatt remember what telephones were like growing up in the 80s. We talk about the transition from rotary to touch tone, our first cordless phones, answering machines, and cellular car phones. We also discuss our favorite novelty telephones, 1-900 numbers, and pranks.
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Jason welcomes back "The Retro Rambler" Mickey Yarber from RetroRamblings.com to rank our favorite 1989 TV shows. We begin with some context by running down the Neilsen ratings for the Fall 1989 - Spring 1990 and with some moments in TV history. Then we dive into our picks which are preempted by their theme songs for your listening pleasure! (stay tuned for a fun after-show montage too!)
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Rank 'Em returns with another countdown in podcast form! This time, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of 1989 by ranking our favorite movies in an extended edition! That's right, 1989 was so big that we've expanded our normal Top 5 to our TOP 10. Action, horror, comedy, blockbusters, 1989 had it all and Jason along with Chad from Horror Movie BBQ are here to tell you why!
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On episode 17 of the Memory Jogger podcast, Jason and Wyatt recollect their favorite childhood restaurants, both local and nationwide franchises and fast food chains. We also remember some long-lost foods we grew up on including snacks, candy, cereal, and drinks from years past.
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Episode 4 of Rediscovered reviews the man...the machine...1985 TV series Street Hawk! Get ready to hyper thrust through the history of the show including its creators, actors, guest actors, and the star...the $3 million all-terrain attack motorcycle!
Jason and Wyatt will also dive into it's initial release, home video releases, and merchandise. Our review includes favorite episodes, likes/dislikes, music, and much more. Stick around after the show for some bonus content you won't want to miss!
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In this special edition of the RD80s Podcast, Jason welcomes longtime friend Wyatt Bloom to go on a shopping spree through the 1984 Montgomery Ward Christmas catalog! Categories include toys, board games, electronic games, slot racing/train sets, video game systems, clothing, jewelry, and more!
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In this special edition of the RD80s Podcast, Jason invites Chad from Horror Movie BBQ to go on a shopping spree through the 1988 Sears Wishbook! Categories include toys, board games, electronic games, VHS tapes, clothing, jewelry, and more! Watch our recording session on YouTube which includes screen share images of the actual items we chose in the book!
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Jason & Wyatt welcome Bill Faries of Matt-Trakker.com to discuss their experience at Retro Con 2018. We'll discuss our favorite cosplayers and celebrity guests at the show. We also show off our haul of collectibles we bought, the plethora of M.A.S.K. goodies seen and some toys we ogled but decided the cost was too high to purchase.
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In the latest Memory Jogger podcast, Jason and Wyatt dig deep to remember the card and board games they grew up with. You'll see some of the actual games that we still possess (if you watch our recording session) and also some that we remember playing consistently with each other over the years. We'll also discuss games we wished we had owned and also a few that were frustrating.
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COWABUNGA! Jason is inspired by the "SepTMNTber" theme from Brian at OldSchoolEvil.com and welcomes him to rank our favorite Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles episodes from the 1987-96 animated series. We first discuss our experience with the show and talk about the great voice acting team brought us all the fun characters.
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In this episode, Jason and Wyatt pull their memory boxes out of storage and reveal the treasures kept over the years. We HIGHLY recommend watching our recording session on YouTube for this episode, but you will hear us describe our findings during the podcast.
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The third episode of Rediscovered reviews the 1989 direct-to-video movie Bail Out starring David Hasselhoff and Linda Blair. You might also know the film by the title W.B., Blue, and the Bean or its other title Wings of Freedom. But no matter what you want to call it, Jason & Wyatt watched all 88 minutes of the film and are ready to talk about it!
Directed by Max Kleven, Bail Out follows three bounty hunters who must save the kidnapped daughter of a millionaire from a Mexican drug cartel. In our podcast, we give you the lowdown behind the creators and actors in the movie. And of course, you'll hear our reactions and whether we will recommend that you rediscover the film or leave it in the past.
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On the latest Memory Jogger podcast, Jason and Wyatt revisit their time working in radio during the mid to late '90s. If you listened to MJ 10: First Jobs episode, you'll remember that we worked together for about a year after high school at WCPA-AM & WQYX-FM in Clearfield, PA. Wyatt then worked part time at WINU-AM in Highland, IL after joining the Air Force. Jason went on to obtain a radio broadcasting degree at Toccoa Falls College where he worked, and even managed for a time, the student radio station WTXR-FM in Toccoa, GA.
Some of our fondest memories are working in radio and probably the main reason we began podcasting in the first place. We go a little deeper into our time together at WCPA/WQYX and also talk individually about our experiences in radio after that time. You'll even hear some clips from some of our on-air work during the podcast!
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In the second episode of Rediscovered, Jason & Wyatt review the 1984 animated series Pole Position. We'll give you a little about the history and development, the voice actors, our favorite/least favorite episodes and then our final verdict. Join us for a fun look back at this short-lived cartoon.
We invite you to rewatch and also give us your feedback either on our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com or our recording session video on the RD80s YouTube channel.
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Now is your chance to dedicate an 80s song to your favorite pop culture character! Listen as host Jason shows off his audio skills by mashing up your requests.
In this initial episode, learn the inspiration behind 80s Pop Culture Dedications and the format of the show. Then listen to the first 5 dedications which include KITT from Knight Rider, Optimus Prime, John Rambo, Indiana Jones, and popular cartoon villains.
Please leave feedback and your requests for future volumes by either tweeting to @RD80s or emailing jason@rediscoverthe80s.com
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Jason welcomes Chad E. Young from Horror Movie BBQ back to the show to rank our favorite toylines from the entire '80s decade. We begin with a little insight into what we collected as kids and also out tendencies now as overgrown kids. Then we dive into our Top 5 lists which include many different toy classics with clips audio from their actual TV commercials mixed in for your listening pleasure!
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Jason welcomes "The Retro Rambler" Mickey Yarber from RetroRamblings.com to the show to rank our favorite TV shows that were released in 1988. We begin with some context by running down the top 10 rated shows from the Fall 1988 - Spring 1989 and then some moments in TV history. Then we dive into our Top 5 lists which include sitcoms, game shows, dramas, and reality TV each of which are preempted by their original theme songs! We then end the show by going through the 1988 TV Guide Fall Preview issue.
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Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of game shows past in this episode. We talk about how we grew to love game shows, some of our favorites as kids and inspirations we had from watching. Our icebreaker involves some video store news and an interesting TV show theme recreated.
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Jason welcomes Corey Chapman, host of The Chap Report, to rank our favorite albums that were released (or were popular) in 1988. We begin as usual with some context by running down the top 10 albums according Hot 100 charts as well as some results from the 1989 Grammy Awards and historical events in music. Then we dive into our Top 5 lists which include a wide variety of genres like pop, rock, rap, and R&B.
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Jason welcomes back Chad E. Young from HorrorMovieBBQ.com to rank our favorite movies that were released in 1988. We begin with some context by running down the top grossing movies at the box office as well as results from the 1989 Oscars and Razzies. Then, we dive into our Top 5 lists which include some horror and comedy classics preempted by their original movie trailers for your listening pleasure!
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Jason welcomes welcomes frequent collaborator Wyatt Bloom to rank our favorite TV shows that debuted in 1987. We begin with some context by running down the top rated shows and even some firsts and fun facts from 1987. Then we dive into our Top 5 lists including sitcoms, game shows, and even some reenacted drama. Themes and even some sound bytes have been mixed in for your listening pleasure!
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A new podcast series is making its debut on the Rediscover the 80s Podcast feed! The new show is titled "Rediscovered" (imagine that!) and will feature reviews of not-so-popular '80s TV shows, movies, and animation. Jason and Wyatt will be rewatching these obscurities either for the first time or reliving since their original run.
Our first episode covers the short-lived 1987-88 TV movie and series The Highwayman. It was created by Glen A. Larson of hit shows like Knight Rider and Battlestar Gallactica yet only managed to produce a TV movie and 9 episodes. We vaguely remember watching the show in its initial run yet the transforming vehicles have remained memorable over the years.
We invite you to rewatch and also give us your feedback either on our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com or our recording session video on the RD80s YouTube channel.
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Jason and Wyatt dig through boxes of old mixtapes to see what they've recorded over the years. We read through playlists of actual cassettes and rediscover albums we have hung onto all these years. Plus, we also talk about our early stereos, car setups, taping songs at the radio station we both worked at, and when our cassette days bit the dust. Our icebreaker starts the show off with a beloved board game making a comeback.
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Jason welcomes Brian Cave of OldSchoolEvil.com to rank the Top 5 '80s cartoon theme songs. After a heated battle on Twitter with Dave of the Banzai Retro Club, Jason and Brian set the record straight on their favorite cartoon themes. We invite your feedback and your own Top 5 lists! Find us on Twitter @RD80s, show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, and the RD80s YouTube channel where you can watch our podcast recording.
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In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason & Wyatt remember their school field trips over the years. Jason also breaks out his collection of school yearbooks to assist in jogging memories. You'll definitely want to watch our podcast recording for this episode on YouTube.
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Jason and Wyatt discuss their first paying jobs from high school and including a time when we worked together at the local radio station WCPA/WQYX in Clearfield, PA. As a special treat, Wyatt invites our old boss Bob E. Day to join the podcast and reminisce about our time working there!
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Wyatt and Jason recap their experience at Retro Con 2017 including meeting half of The A-Team, cosplayers, Cybertronic Spree Concert, their haul of collectibles, and much more.
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Episode 9 of Memory Jogger is all about our county fair memories. We begin the podcast with some listener feedback and also a few icebreaker headlines.
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In this special episode, Wyatt and Jason remember Saturday mornings and specifically the commercials that would playing between our favorite cartoon shows. Cereal, toys, PSAs, and a few other favorite '80s commercials also come to mind throughout the show. As usual, we begin with some listener feedback and also a few icebreaker headlines. This special podcast is part of another 80s League crossover event!
We invite you to continue the #80sCommercials topic by visiting our show notes and linking over to the contributions from other 80s League members.
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The Rediscover the '80s Podcast debuts a new show to accompany the article series Rank 'Em featuring host Jason Gross and a guest ranking a Top 5 in an assortment of '80s topics. The first show welcomes guest Chad E. Young of HorrorMovieBBQ.com to rank our 5 Favorite Movies Released in 1987. You'll hear the actual Top 10 box office films for context and then we'll reveal our lists in reverse order followed by some honorable mentions. We hope you'll enjoy listening and also invite everyone to "play along" by commenting to the show notes at RediscoverThe80s.com or tweeting to @RD80s!
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Episode 8 of Memory Jogger is all about Jason and Wyatt's early memories of driving, fantasy cars, and the first cars we owned. We also talk about how we got interested in cars, practicing on the lawn tractor, and mishaps.
We begin the podcast as usual with some listener feedback and also a few icebreaker headlines. We invite your jogged memories and comments at the Early Driving & Cars show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com where you can see pictures of Jason and Wyatt's cars or tweet us at @RD80s. Watch our recording sessions on the RD80s YouTube channel.
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Jason and Wyatt take a mental tour of the school, telling stories from every classroom, the cafeteria, and outdoors. Even though our experience was from a private school perspective, we hope you'll enjoy and even relate to some of the stories we remember over a period of 8 years.
We begin the show with some listener feedback and also a few icebreaker headlines. We invite your jogged memories and comments at the show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com or tweet them to @RD80s!
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In this special episode, Wyatt and Jason discuss their childhood crushes from the '80s including our classmates and others from Hollywood, cartoons, video games, and more. This special podcast is part of another 80s League crossover event! We invite you to continue the #80sCrushes topic by visiting our show notes and linking to the other contributions from 80s League members.
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From Tonkas to action figures to handheld electronic games, Jason and Wyatt try to remember as much as we can about the toys we played with in the '80s. Our icebreaker headlines include a million dollar property that features a familiar helicopter and a gender swap TV reboot. We invite your jogged memories and comments at the show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com or tweet them to @RD80s!
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In this special episode, Wyatt and Jason discuss innovations from the 80s and how they impacted their lives. We brainstormed a list of many items from technology to toys to pop culture and chose 3 favorites. Then we run down the rest of the list and even share some instant feedback from Twitter. This special podcast is part of another 80s League crossover event! We invite you to continue the #80sInnovations topic by visiting our show notes and linking over to the contributions from the other 80s League members.
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The Memory Jogger discussion includes Jason and Wyatt's first interaction with a VCR through the last recordings they can remember. Our icebreaker includes remembering some of the celebrities that passed away in 2016 and a new AT&T commercial that caught Wyatt's eye. Add your memories and comments to the show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com or tweet them to @RD80s!
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Jason and Wyatt join a fun '80s Christmas collaboration with several other blogs and podcasts to list our favorite gifts which include video game consoles, action figures, playsets, and more! We also briefly discuss Christmas traditions and decide the topic for our next show. Visit our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com for links to all the other collaborators on this #80sChristmas topic!
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Episode 3 of the new Memory Jogger Podcast is all about our Nickelodeon memories! Jason and Wyatt reminisce about shows from the early '80s that we remember watching as young kids up through the early 90s and our high school years. We touch on everything from cartoons to game shows to sketch comedies broadcasted on the cable network. We also talk about how we discovered TV shows from the '70s, '60s, and '50s through watching Nick at Nite.
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In this special episode, Jason and Wyatt discuss their recent road trip that took place a few days before Jason's 40th birthday. After meeting in Nashville TN, the 3-day trek included a visit to the Flashback Arcade, Rusty's TV & Movie Car Museum, Cooter's Place, and many comic book shops and thrift stores in between.
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Hosts Jason and Wyatt reminisce about Halloween including early costumes worn for trick-or-treating, favorite TV specials, and the best (and worst) candy treats that showed up in our bags. You'll also hear stories including Wyatt's homemade costumes and some pranks pulled by Jason in his early teen years.
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The first episode of the Memory Jogger Podcast introduces the show's concept and the 30+ year friendship of hosts Wyatt and Jason.
Listen to childhood stories along with how nostalgia remains present in their lives today.
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The future is now! October 21, 2015 has arrived!
Jason and Wyatt sit down to discuss the history of the Back To The Future franchise, our personal memories of the films, and also inform everyone about the 30th anniversary goodies being released.
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Join hosts Jason and Wyatt Bloom as they chat about the hit '80s TV show Knight Rider. They talk about their experiences throughout the years with the franchise from watching the original series as kids through the 2008 reboot TV series. They then review the first comic book in the Lion Forge Knight Rider series.
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Rediscover everything about the 1980s using a similar format to VH1's "I Love The 80s" TV show.
Play along with Topic Trivia and the Backwards Song Challenge. Stick around after the credits for outtakes.
EPISODE 2 TOPICS
- MOVIES - Raiders of the Lost Ark
- WAPNER'S REVENGE - 24 hours of solitary confinement with "Mickey" or "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" on a continuous loop
- TOYS - Which did you play with more, Rubik's Cube or Simon?
- TELEVISION - Miami Vice
- DO YOU REMEMBER? - The first time you played the NES video game console
- FOOD - Which '80s breakfast cereal would you like to bring back?
PANELISTS
- Brian Adams of CoolandCollected.com
- Brian "Hail Mary" Morin of The Walking Dads Podcast and UnderScoopFire! contributor
- Eclectik of EclectikRelaxation.com and the Eclectik Discussion Podcast
- Erik Tukey of Boulder-Hill.Net
- Kevin Hellions of TeamHellions.com
- Paxton Holly of CavalcadeofAwesome.net and the Cult Film Club and Nerd Lunch podcasts
- Shawn Robare of BrandedInThe80s.com and the Cult Film Club podcast
- Chris "Tank" Tanski of The Title Pending Movie Podcast and the UnderScoopFire! Podcast
- Wyatt Bloom of AgentsOfMASK.com and the MASKast Podcast
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Rediscover everything about the 1980s using a similar format to VH1's "I Love The 80s" TV show.
Play along with Topic Trivia and the Backwards Song Challenge. Stick around after the credits for outtakes.
EPISODE 1 TOPICS:
- MOVIES - Ghostbusters
- WAPNER'S REVENGE - 48 hours of solitary confinement with either "Don't Worry Be Happy" or "Never Gonna Give You Up"
- CARTOONS - Pole Position or Turbo Teen
- TRAPPED - Trapped on a deserted island with Jacko the Energizer battery guy and electronics superstore guru Crazy Eddie
- FOOD - McDonald's McDLT, Wendy's Superbar Buffet, or Taco Bell Choco Taco
- TELEVISION - ALF
- DO YOU REMEMBER? - First movie you watched on a VCR or Betamax
- FADS - Trapper Keeper
- DRIVE - Back To The Future DeLorean Time Machine or K.I.T.T.
- MUSIC - Run DMC
PANELISTS:
- Brian "Hail Mary" Morin: Twitter @bmorin54 Podcast The Walking Dads
- Classick Material: Twitter @classickmateria Podcast Cold Slither Podcast
- Corey Chapman: Twitter @chapmanrunner Podcast UnderScoopFire! Podcast & Mad Cast
- Eclectik Relaxation: Twitter @eclectik Podcast Cold Slither Podcast & Eclectik Discussion Podcast Site EclectikRelaxation.Com
- Dan "Fogs" Fogarty: Twitter @fogsmoviereview Podcast Title Pending Movie Podcast Site FogsMovieReviews.Com
- Howie Decker: Twitter @howardthedeck Podcast UnderScoopFire! Podcast Site UnderScoopFire.Com
- Jamie Hood: Twitter @shezcrafti Podcast The Cult Film Club Site ShezCrafti.Com
- Joe Zicari: Twitter @sharepointjoe Podcast UnderScoopFire! Podcast & The Mad Cast
- Shawn Robare: Twitter @smurfwreck Podcast The Cult Film Club Site BrandedInThe80s.Com
- Chris "Tank" Tanski: Twitter @p0lishphen0m Podcast UnderScoopFire! Podcast & Title Pending Movie Podcast
- Wyatt Bloom: Twitter @infamouswb Podcast MASKast Site M.A.S.K. Movie Blog
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