Latch-Key Dads: Recent Episodes
Latch Key Dads
We’re generation X dads of generation Z kids asking ourselves how the heck did we end up here. One minute we’re at a red hot chili peppers concert and the next we’ve got wives, mortgages and kids! We will talk about all things 80’s and 90s, current topics like entertainment, pop culture, home improvements and growing old in this new millennium. This show is stress-free and all about having a good time, so sit back, relax, and enjoy! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Join us for part 2 of our family car episode. Tim and Greg discuss their family cars growing up and some fun stories. Did Tim's dad really assemble a car kit on top of a Beetle chassis? Did Greg really avoid a deer causing him to run over a mailbox? Only one way to find out.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Growing up our parents would drive us all over the place; the skating rink, movie theatre, baseball practice, and birthday parties. AM/FM Radio - yes! Air conditioning - nope! Seat belts - optional! Yes, the 80's were a glorious time to be a kid and we had some of the most unique cars; from large Ford gas-guzzlers to the amazing Volkswagen Beetle. Join Tim and Greg as they discuss their family cars growing up. The family truckster - where would we be without it!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
In this episode of Latch-Key Dads, Tim and Greg play a game of Guess the Fake Website. Think it sounds easy? You tell us: dogpants.com; longdogchallenge.com; or roadkillrecipes.com. Only way to find out is to listen!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
There are major events, trends, and movies that define every generation. These things provide shared experiences and help define who we are. In this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we talk about those shared experiences that Tim and Greg missed out on. Greg didn't see the Challenger explosion? Tim never saw Friday the 13th? Check out the episode and find out if these offenses are enough to get their 80's card revoked.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Join us on this episode of Latch-Key Dads as we jump into the Delorean and travel back to November of 1989 to reminisce about the fall of the Berlin Wall, The B-52's Love Shack, plus tons of other music, TV, events and movies from November of 1989. One of those movies happens to be one of Greg's top 5 movies... Back to the Future II. Join us for all the fun as well as an opportunity to win a free LKD keychain!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Latch-Key Dads rolls into the heart of summer with a round of "What's in the Box?". However, this time it's full of memorabilia from Greg's childhood. Some of the items include a shop class assignment, Camel cash, and Starting Lineup collectibles! We also played a couple rounds of friend of the podcast John Moschitta Jr’s classic board game, “Motormouth”. Join in the fun!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
On this episode of Latch-Key Dads - things you forgot and things you remember Part II, Tim and Greg pick up where they left off discussing random stuff from the 80's. Did you have a tan dust buster? Of course you did! But did you have a Hoot-Bot? A Hoot-What? Do you remember how many licks it takes to get to the center of a Tootsie Roll Pop? Sure you do, but how many does it really take? Stay tuned to find out. All this and more on this episode of Latch-Key Dads.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
On this episode of Latch-Key Dads - things you forgot and things you remember. Tim and Greg discuss random stuff from the 80's that (hopefully) will unlock core memories. Remember, Macho Duck and Mickey Mouse Disco? How about that very special episode of Punky Brewster when Cherie gets trapped in a fridge? Batman Converse high tops anyone? All this and more on this very special episode of Latch-Key Dads.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
On this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we interview special guest John "Motormouth" Moschitta Jr. John has appeared on countless tv shows such as Sesame Street, Pinky and the Brain, Saved by the Bell, Robot Chicken and the Transformers. He has also starred in some of the most iconic commercials of all time including Micro Machines, Federal Express, Minute Rice, and JetBlue. If there ever was a can’t miss episode – this is it!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Whether at school, sitting at a restaurant waiting for our food, or a long car trip in the family station wagon, Generation X had to find ways to entertain ourselves. So, we created lots of things to do with something that was readily available – a piece of paper! Passing notes, paper airplanes, paper footballs, and fortune tellers were just some of the ways we kept ourselves amused. On this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we discuss all the things we did with paper and even try to recreate some of them. We also talk about many exciting events that took place on May 24th over the years. Finally, what episode of LKDs wouldn’t be complete without a game of Blockbuster!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Forrest Gump and The Lion King reign supreme at the box office, STP releases Purple, "I Swear" by All 4 One sits atop the Billboard top 100, and a young Tim graduated from high school. Come and check out all the other fun and interesting things that happened that month on this episode of Latch-Key Dads.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
On this episode of Latch-Key Dads, Tim and Greg dive back into their collection of ticket stubs. Taking turns randomly pulling out ticket stubs and recalling the event with fond memories. Ticket stubs include movies, concerts, and sporting events. Who knows, maybe you were at the same event! Only way to find out is to listen...
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Tim and Greg kick off season 3 of Latch-Key Dads with a discussion about the Nintendo Game Boy. The Game Boy turns 35 this year and was the most successful handheld system of all time. Even its green monochrome screen didn't deter us from playing such classic games as Tetris, Super Mario Land, Final Fantasy Legend, Revenge of the Gator, and many others. Thanks for listening!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
80's movies and television had some of the coolest cars. We had KITT the A.I. self-driving Pontiac Firebird Trans AM, a haunted 1958 Plymouth Fury, a moonshine smuggling 1969 Dodge Charger, and of course a time-traveling DeLorean. In this episode of Latch Key Dads, the top 16 movie and tv vehicles face off in a March Madness style playoff bracket. Join Greg, Tim and special guest–Tim's brother, Scott as they pick their favorites. Will your favorite come out on top? You'll have to listen to find out!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Movies played such a big part in our childhood and in this episode, we review one of the biggest, Stand By Me. Released in August of 1986, this coming of age movie taught kids all across America that life wasn't fair. We laughed at the jokes, despised Ace Chambers, and connected with characters like never before. Generation X movies didn't hold punches and watching Chris Chamber bawl his eyes out to Gordie Lachance made us all grow up a little bit quicker. Join us as we review August of 1986.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Going out to dinner was a big deal growing up in the 80's. There was a boom of franchise restaurants that provided plenty of dining options. From the boring adult themes of Bennigan's, Sizzlers, Chilis, and Chi-Chis to the fun kid friendly options of Showbiz Pizza and The Ground Round, join the fun as we revisit our favorite places to eat!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
All great shows have the obligatory 'highlight' episode. Typically after some arbitrary number of episodes is reached, they mash together the best bits and mix in a little bit of new content. On a completely unrelated note - Latch-Key Dads is proud to present our 50th episode! Tim and Greg revisit some of their favorite moments in between playing Ikari Warriors on the NES. If you're new to the podcast, this is a great way to see what Latch-Key Dads is all about - enjoy!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Start with one Elvis impersonator and add six muscle-bound athletes in sparkling outfits. Mix in one part gameshow and multiple physically enduring challenges. Sprinkle in an unhealthy dose of steroids, alcohol and drugs and you get...American Gladiators! As kids, we loved watching regular people go up against Gemini, Nitro or Blaze in events like the Gauntlet, Powerball and Joust. Check out the latest episode of Latch-Key Dads and learn the crazy true story of American Gladiators.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
In this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we play a round of The Blockbuster Game and wish Tim a happy birthday! We also play a round of 1980's MBA (Movie, Band, Atari game) with our friend Jon. Thanks for listening!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
In this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we interview our longtime friend Jon. Jon is a music aficionado and an avid vinyl record collector. He drops in to share some of his prized collection and music knowledge. Get out the aqua net and ripped jeans - cause it's hair metal time!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Was there ever a toy that you really wanted for Christmas but never got? Maybe the 7.5 foot long G.I. Joe U.S.S. Flagg Aircraft Carrier? or possibly a Nintendo with the R.O.B. robot? or just a plain old Hoppity Hop? Join us as we relive some memories from our childhood Christmases. Hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Do the names Trapjaw, Orko, Ram-Man, Mer-Man, Moss-Man, and Cringer ring a bell? If they do then you must have been a big fan of Masters of the Universe! In this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we revisit that iconic cartoon and action figures while uncovering some neat little facts - Sea-Man and the Ballbuster? We also play a fun little game, Who Lives Here? 129 West 81st NY, NY - Friends, How I Met Your Mother, or Seinfeld? You'll have to listen to find out. By the Power of Grayskull...
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
In this very special episode of Latch-Key Dads, we interview Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame Announcer Merrill Reese! Merrill then hangs around to have a little fun with a Thanksgiving food draft as we pick our favorite dishes to see who can build the best Thanksgiving day feast. We then played our 1980's game: MBA (movie, band, Atari game). Hope everyone has a safe and delicious Thanksgiving with friends and loved ones!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
- The comments and opinions expressed by our Merrill Reese impression are not those of the actual Merrill Reese and are only meant for entertainment purposes. We love you Uncle Merrill!
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
In this episode the Latch-Key Dads catch up on Halloween, discuss the impending deluge of Christmas commercials and music, and talk about the trailer for the upcoming 80's inspired movie Fall Guy. The episode concludes with another round of the game, What's in the Box? You'll never guess what they pull from the box this episode. Really, you will never be able to guess correctly so you should listen and find out.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
The Latch-Key Dads Halloween Special! Tim and Greg catch up on some baseball stuff, Greg reveals a weird personal horror movie connection, and then they discuss carving pumpkins. Afterwich, they review the 1988 afterlife comedy, Beetlejuice! The episode finishes off with a quick game of 'Hella 90's Pop Culture Trivia Game'. Download this episode so you have something to listen to while taking the kids trick or treating!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Did you keep your concert ticket stubs? How about baseball and football ticket stubs? Movie theater ticket stubs? Well, in this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we take a look at all of the ticket stubs we’ve saved over the years and talk about the events. Soundgarden, Wilco, Ozzfest, 76ers, Nirvana, and more all in this episode of Latch-Key Dads!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
On this episode of latch-key dads, play alongside Tim and Greg as they battle it out over a heated game of Trivial Pursuit. Learn some interesting facts about the Canadian game and then try to answer some impossible questions such as: Who wrote The Godfather; or Who directed the movie Spartacus; or What pill's name translated from the Latin means I will please? Come and rediscover why you hate this game so much.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
After 25 years, Netflix is shutting down...it's mailer subscription. Join Latch-Key Dads as we bid adieu to the service that put Blockbuster out of business and eventually led to the term, "Netflix and Chill". We also discuss what life was like in 1998 including technology that may or may not have been available.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Kick off Labor Day Weekend with the newest episode of Latch-Key Dads! In this episode, we review the 1987 movie, Can't Buy Me Love. The movie was originally titled Boy Rents Girl and stars Patrick Dempsey and Amanda Peterson. It's full of 80's nostalgia, cliches, and a young Seth Green. Thanks for listening!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode athttps://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
"Growing old in this new millennium..." How better to do this than to start playing the official game of the aging - Pickleball! That's right, we started playing Pickleball and we are very excited about it. Join us as we talk about one of the fastest growing games in the world. We also take some time to appreciate the career of Paul Reubens a.k.a. Pee-wee Herman. All this and more in this Latch-Key Dad's Big Adventure!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode athttps://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
In this episode, Latch-Key Dads discuss Celebrity Deathmatch. The late-90’s claymation show on MTV was the perfect mindless show for late night viewing. We also review a list of the top-10 most expensive tape cassettes. So find your cassette tapes in your parents basement and listen to Latch-Key Dads!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode athttps://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
"Luke, I am your father!" blew all our minds. There is a cornucopia in the Fruits of the Looms logo. C-3PO is all gold. The Monopoly Man has a monocle. These are all truths of our youth - but are they? In this episode, we discuss the new phenomenon coined 'The Mandela Effect'. Tune in and have your minds re-blown as you discover what you thought was real is not! We also play a fun game of identifying real vs made-up 90's websites.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
In this episode, we play our brand new game: Finish the Line. In this game, we take turns playing 80's and 90's commercials and TV theme songs and make the other guy finish the song! Think you know cartoons? Prove it and finish the line: Life is like a hurricane here in Duckburg...
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
We started our podcast on Spotify's Anchor platform and had created an ad for Anchor but before we ran it, Anchor got rebranded as Spotify for Podcasters. We didn't want this gem to go unheard, so if you have a minute to spare, drop anchor and take a listen.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
In the 2nd part of our June 1993 episode, we discuss the jaw-dropping list of television shows that were truly must-see tv. In that year, we had Doogie Howser, M.D., Kevin Arnold, Murphy Brown, Sam Malone, Bart Simpson, Roseanne Connor, Danny Tanner, Carlton Banks, Al Bundy, and George Constanza! We also review some of the year’s hottest toys and break down all the great (and not so great) songs and albums that made June of 1993 da bomb!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
June of 1993 was a big month and we break it all down for you. We've got the Stanley Cup, dinosaurs, love stories, NBA legends in their prime, Prince officially gets weird, Schwarzenegger bombs at the box office, grunge goes mainstream, and Greg graduates high school. We also manage to squeeze in everyone's favorite new game, What's in the Box? It's such an epic month that we're going to need a 2nd episode just to cover it all!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Call it a collection of outtakes. Call it funny. Call it internet gold. Umm You Know is a song for every occasion! Add it to your favorite Spotify playlist, Instagram post, Tiktok and more! Help us Umm You Know... blowup the internet with this jam!
Umm You Know on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/track/5QZE7W5phdGXLyZXGK0ESM?si=40a65452569541a8
Umm You Know on Apple Music
https://music.apple.com/us/album/umm-you-know/1688905899?i=1688905900
Umm You Know on Youtube Music
https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_lAQy0GFWuHARm9o9FERulAwWches2MkKQ&feature=share
Umm You Know on iHeart
https://www.iheart.com/artist/latch-key-dads-40458755/albums/umm-you-know-217797439/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Being a dad of little kids is hard and sometimes you just need a break. So you plop your kids in front of the television for a blissful 30 minutes of quiet time. Then the theme show kicks in and you realize just how much you can't stand children's programming. In this episode, we talk about our least favorite kid's shows of all time, and yes, Cailou makes the list. We also revisit some old Public Service Announcements, anyone know what your brain on drugs looks like? All this and more in our exciting new episode of Latch-Key Dads!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
In this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we play a retro version of the game, Never Have I Ever. Have you ever recorded music off of the radio to make a mixed tape? Do you own an encyclopedia? Play along and find out how many of the items you can claim fame to. We also dig into a box full of Tim's childhood stuff in our new segment, 'What's in the Box?'. What's in the box you ask? You'll have to listen to find out!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
In our first ever 1990's episode, we discuss movies, music, and events of March 1995. The music was thumping, Tampa Bay got a baseball team, Mel Gibson was raging in a kilt, and Mike Tyson was back on the street ready to reclaim his heavyweight titles. We also review the Chris Farley and David Spade comedy movie, Tommy Boy. We also bring the boys back to play a game of Hello Nineties Pop Culture Trivia Game Bamboozled Style. So dig out your flannel and Dr. Martens and travel back to when the world was a lot more fun.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Latch-Key Dads kicks off season 2 with an all new segment, Do You Remember? Delving into our childhood memories we call out some of the fun activities, toys, and random things that made the 80's rock! We also discussed school lunches, whether you were brown-bagging it, had a kick-ass lunchbox, or liked to gamble on the school cafeteria - lunch was always a good time.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
In the season finale of Latch-Key Dads, we reveal some exciting news! Join us as we announce new additions to the Latch-Key podcast family. A big ‘thank you’ to all our listeners, it's been an amazing first season and we can’t wait to get started on the next one.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
Special thanks to Jason Shaw at audionautix.com for the additional intro music featured in our "new" ;) family of Latch-Key podcasts.
--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/latch-key-dads/support
Where Better To Bury Truth Than Inside Something As Ordinary As A Podcast? Come find the truth as Tim and Greg review The Matrix Resurrections and discuss just how awesome the original Matrix movie was. We find out Keanu's taste in movies and play a high stakes game of Blockbuster - Beanboozled style! Join in the fun and see how deep the rabbit hole goes...
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
In this exciting new episode of Latch-Key Dads, we travel all the way back to March of 1987 and discuss the movies, music, tv shows and events. Who did Hulk Hogan successfully defend his WWF Heavyweight title against? Who had the #1 hit on the billboard top 10? Where did David Copperfield escape from? Who’s getting too old for this sh@!? All these answers and more in this episode of Latch-Key Dads!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Countless hours cursing the Hammer Brothers, Goombas, Bomb-Ombs, and Koopa Troopas all in the pursuit of saving Princess Peach from the clutches of Bowser. Oh, and the street cred that came with beating the most iconic video game of the 80’s - Super Mario Brothers! A new Mario movie is coming out and we explore the history of everyone’s favorite little plumber, Mario. So power up and join us in our latest episode of Latch-Key Dads!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
The original version of 'Netflix and chill' was 'Let’s go rent a movie!'. That meant actually leaving your house and heading on down to your local video rental store. Join us as we remember what it was like to search behind empty VHS cases on shelves hoping to find that last copy of True Lies. And most importantly, heed those 3 simple words etched into our Gen X brains: Be Kind, Rewind.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Come hangout with us as we sit around and discuss books, movies, podcasts, and more in an episode we call, Multi-Slacking. What tv shows are we watching when we should be working? What books can't we put down? What podcasts are we listening to besides Latch-Key Dads? What movies do we recommend for your Friday night? You'll just have to listen and find out.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Join us as we reminisce about some of our most memorable New Year's Eves. From staying up till midnight when we were young to wanting to go to bed early as adults. We also talk about some fun New Year's Eve facts as well as New Year's resolutions. Wishing all of our fans a Happy and Healthy New Year!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Join us for the second of a two-part interview with Jon “Bermuda” Schwartz. Jon talks about meeting “Weird Al” for the first time and the beginning of Al’s band. He also discusses how “Weird Al’s” audience has changed over time, the current Ill-Advised Vanity Tour, and many other topics.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
In this can’t miss episode of Latch-Key Dads, we sit down and interview Jon “Bermuda” Schwartz, longtime drummer and friend of “Weird Al” Yankovic. In the first of a two-part interview, Jon tells us what it was like putting together his new book, “Lights, Camera, Accordion! Eye-Popping Photographs of Weird Al Yankovic, 1981-2006”. We also ask about touring with the band, cool celebrity moments and “Weird”, the new “Weird Al” biopic.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
We kick off the holiday season by discussing one of the funniest, and most quotable, Christmas movies ever made: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. We also share some of our holiday family traditions. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Festivus (for the rest of us)!
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
You've got mail! Words we heard every time we logged onto the internet back when AOL was king and a landline was your gateway to the World Wide Web. Join us as we talk about our first experiences on the internet, discuss bygone websites and play our first 90s edition of MBA with a slight twist to our categories. We will test our memories with 90s Movies, 90s Bands and 90s Arcade (Nintendo, Sega, TurboGraphx-16, Atari Lynx). All this and more in this episode of Latch-Key Dads.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
After school cartoons were the hallmark of growing up in the 80’s. Some say, including yours truly, that G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero tops the list for best cartoon of all time. Join us as we review the movies, events, music and cartoons of Sept, 1983.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Ready to sit in the most sincere pumpkin patch and celebrate Halloween with the Great Pumpkin... yeah, we aren't either! We want the candy! Halloween has always been fun and we invite you to join us as we relive some of our childhood Halloween nights, costumes, Halloween TV specials, and how it's changed over the years.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Does Wolfman have nards? Enjoy this 1987 movie with us and you will learn how a bunch of kids save the world from Dracula, Frankenstein's Monster, Gillman, Wolfman and the Mummy... and that Wolfman has nards! Did you also know that The Monster Squad and Napoleon Dynamite have a common actor? Tune in to find out who and also hear about all the music, movies and TV from August of 1987.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
There's More for Your Life... at Sears! The new Sears Wishbook catalog is here! Well, not really, but join us as we flip through an old Sears catalog and relive all the great toys from our youth - G.I. Joe, Transformers, M.A.S.K., toy robots and more.
Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Elliot... Elliot... Elliot... Phone Home. In this episode, we will go back to June of 1982 and discuss Steven Spielberg’s epic movie E.T. We'll talk about Elliot's cool Kuwahara BMX bike, John Williams musical prowess, how Yoda and E.T. may have been intergalactic buddies and so much more in this all new episode of Latch-Key Dads.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
We know you have been anxiously awaiting more stories from Greg and Tim's past. Well wait now longer! We have another installment of fun college, high school, concert, and kid stories for your enjoyment. Have you been guessing the mall stores, bands and Atari games correctly? So far Greg and Tim have both won one game. Join us for the rubber match to see who will pull ahead in the the standings in another game of MBA.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Beavis & Butthead? The Real World? Napoleon Dynamite? We wouldn’t have any of these without a little cable channel called MTV that launched in New Jersey back in August of 1981. Travel back to 1981 with us as we unearth some of the videos, shows and music from back then.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Ever wonder what some of the other names were before we chose Latch-Key Dads? Wonder no more. We will discuss some of the other names like Injured While Sleeping, Garbage Pail Dads and more. We will also dig into some great stories from our past as well as play another game of MBA (Mall Store, Band or Atari Game). Will Greg win again or will Tim even the score? Tune in for all the fun in the episode of Latch-Key Dads.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Episode 8: The Last Jedi. The first order reigns. Having decimated the peaceful Republic, Supreme Leader Snoke now deploys his merciless legions…oh wait, wrong episode 8… Episode 8: The Last Cabbage Patch Kid in the store. Chaos reigns in October of 1983 as millions of parents scour the universe looking for the year’s hottest Christmas gift. Meanwhile, Tim keeps receiving clowns as gifts from his relatives and he doesn’t understand why. Join us as we learn what coulrophobia means.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Summer vacation - the best time of year for a kid. No school, unlimited free time, swimming pools, summer camps, vacations, water guns and ice cream! Join us as we discuss what summertime meant to a kid growing up in the 80’s.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
In this episode, we go back to July of 1987 and relive Rick Astley's - Never Gonna Give You Up, Guns N' Roses - Appetite for Destruction and lots of other great music as well as a host of great movies - The Lost Boys, Robocop, Adventures in Babysitting and so much more. Check out www.latchkeydads.com/1987 for a playlist of all the great music and checkout this episode's page for additional bonus content - www.latchkeydads.com/episodes
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
Remember going to the mall? The mall was the place to be when we were kids and it's been 100 years since the first one opened! Celebrate the mall with us as we travel back to this magical place and talk about Spencer's, Orange Julius, Kay Bee Toys, the arcade and more. Do you have your MBA in 80’s trivia? Find out by playing along with our brand new game: Mall, Band or Atari game. Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
We are very excited to have a special guest with us on Latch-Key Dads. Our guest has some massive inventions on his resumé including the creation of Twister and the original NERF ball. Today we welcome, Reyn Guyer. Reyn shares some amazing stories. Did you know that Twister was on the verge of getting dropped if not for a last ditch marketing plan that landed Twister on late night TV with Johnny Carson and Eva Gabor? Their televised game of Twister launched it onto the scene and helped Twister become the game of the year. In addition to creating some of the greatest toys from our childhood, Reyn continues to create and his current project is a collection of stories and songs for children called My Friend Wren. Learn all about Reyn and his creations in this special bonus episode of Latch-Key Dads.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
On this very special episode, we talk about the meaning behind our namesake - Latch-Key Dads, and we will discuss one of our favorite toys, NERF! Will we interview the inventor of NERF? You'll have to tune in and listen to find out!
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
In this episode, we look back to January of 1984. We discuss one of the greatest album releases of all time, Van Halen's 1984, as well as share some details about other major events, movies and music from the same month. Did you know this was the month when Steve Jobs introduced the Macintosh computer or that Wendy's aired their iconic "Where's the Beef?" commercial? Join us as we dig into January 1984.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
In this episode, we play a game of Trivial Pursuit with our gen Z boys as well as look back to the 1989 cult classic movie “The Burbs”. We’ll give our review of the film as well as get our boys to give a gen Z perspective on a movie we loved back when we were their age.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
In this episode, we look back 42 years to April of 1980. We will share some historical details about entertainers, music, and movies, as well as other events from April 1980. We will talk about stunts and how they played into life back in the 80s, and we’ll share some details about ourselves and our experiences back in the day.
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support
We’re generation X dads of generation Z kids asking ourselves how the heck did we end up here. One minute we’re at a red hot chili peppers concert and the next we’ve got wives, mortgages and kids! We will talk about all things 80’s and 90s, current topics like entertainment, pop culture, home improvements and growing old in this new millennium. This show is stress-free and all about having a good time, so sit back, relax, and enjoy!
This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/latch-key-dads/support