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1980s Now

Will Padilla | 80s Now

1980s Now is a weekly examination of the importance of 80s pop culture and its continued influence today. We demonstrate that nostalgia alone doesn’t account for the contemporary fascination with our favorite decade. Instead, we share personal experiences and interview experts--including icons from 80s music, movies and TV--to demonstrate the “era of greed” bore the greatest moments in movies, music, television and sports. The show is equally entertaining and informative. (80s is aka "80s.)

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01:05:02

1980s Stand-Up Boom & Bust w/ Dan Pasternack

1980s Now ·

2021/05/05

Will and Ray discuss current 1980s news including what will happen to Indiana Jones's son Mutt and whether Wyatt Russell could fill Snake Plisken's boots. Then, the hosts reminisce about their exposure stand-up comedy in the 1980s, including two times it embarrassed Will. Finally, the duo speaks with Dan Pasternack, host and executive producer of the audio documentary "Obsessive Comedy Disorder: Boomers – The Story of The ’80s Comedy Boom and Bust." It's available on SiriusXM.Follow us on Facebook

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59:27

From Akron to MTV in the 1980s w/ Chris Butler

1980s Now ·

2021/04/28

Will and Ray discuss current 1980s news including the new teaser clip for "Ghostbusters: Afterlife" that features an old villain. The pair calls Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan to help Rock DEVOte. Finally, the duo speaks with Chris Butler, founder, guitarist and composer for The Waitresses. The 80its learn how Chris and his music evolved to become the sound of the early 1980s.[:50] Introduction[2:12] 80s News[8:45] Phone call with Mayor Dan Horrigan[14:13] Ray recalls his brush with bands before they made

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41:22

1980s True Crime: Three Celebrity Murders

1980s Now ·

2021/04/15

Will and Ray discuss current 1980s news including the director's cut of "Rocky IV" that no one asked for. Then, n a unique episode of The 80its, Ray scares Will with true crime stories involving the tragic murder of three up-and-coming celebrities.[:53] Introduction[2:05] 80s News[11:40] 1980s True Crime: Three Celebrity MurdersFollow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/1980snow.For the many ways to support the show, visit www.1980snow.com/support.For more episodes of 1980s Now and information about

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01:00:54

1980s Fantasy Films w/ Tami Stronach

1980s Now ·

2021/04/07

Will and Ray discuss current 1980s news including the record-breaking price paid for an opened Super Mario Bros. cartridge from 1986. Then, the 80its determine the elements that made 1980s fantasy films successful. Finally, the duo speak with Tami Stronach, who appeared in the iconic "The NeverEnding Story." She is producing and starring in a new movie that is an homage to the fantasy films from the greatest decade for pop culture.[:45] Introduction[3:15] 80s News[14:15] What Made Fantasy Films

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01:04:04

Greatest 1980s Sports Moments w/ Dan Flaherty

1980s Now ·

2021/03/31

Will and Ray discuss current 1980s news including a possible "requel" to "The Last Starfighter." Then, the 80its reminisce about their sports experiences in the 1980s. Finally, the duo chat with author Dan Flaherty about moments in the 1980s that changed professional sports today.[2:15] A Big Announcement[2:52] 80s News[13:00] Sports Moments From Our Youths[28:40] Dan Flaherty InterviewFollow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/1980snow.For the many ways to support the show, visit

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01:11:23

1980s Movies Turned TV Shows w/ Dean Cameron

1980s Now ·

2021/03/25

Will and Ray discuss current 1980s news including a recent auction of guitars built by Eddie Van Halen. Then, the 80its reminisce about great 1980s movies that were adapted into terrible TV shows (except for the one starring our guest). Finally, Will chats with actor Dean Cameron ("Summer School") about finding success in the 1980s and keeping the decade alive.[2:05] 80s News[13:00] Smash Madness 2021 - Final Four Results[16:21] Great 1980s Movies Turned Terrible TV Shows[31:28] Dean Cameron

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56:53

Secret 1980s Cover Songs: Part 2

1980s Now ·

2021/03/16

Will and Ray discuss current 1980s news including a forthcoming "Terminator" anime and a brief review of "Coming 2 America." Then, the 80its quickly decide the outcome of the Elite 8 round of Smash Madness 2021. Finally, Will challenges Ray to identify which 1980s hits were covers of earlier songs.[1:32] 80s News[13:12] Quick Review of "Coming 2 America"[21:09] Smash Madness 2021 Elite 8 Results[27:21] Secret 1980s Cover Songs: Part 2For more secret 1980s cover songs listen to Part 2 here:

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56:59

1980s Cold War Movies w/ Dr. Brian Cogan

1980s Now ·

2021/03/09

Will and Ray discuss current 1980s news including the cast of the forthcoming "Dungeons & Dragons" film and a reboot of "Silent Night, Deadly Night." Then, the 80its decide the outcome of the Sweet 16 round of Smash Madness 2021, but it's not without controversy and the duo can't agree on one match. Finally, the 80its speak with Dr. Brian Cogan about the relationship of the Cold War to 1980s movies.[2:12] 80s News[12:45] Smash Madness 2021: Sweet 16 [25:35] 1980s Cold War Movies with Dr. Brian

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47:04

1980s Movie Heroes Vs. Villains

1980s Now ·

2021/03/01

Will and Ray discuss current news including the return of "Yo! MTV Raps" and the first live-action video game adaption that makes sense. Then, the 80its determine the outcome of 16 Thunderdome-style matches between iconic 1980s heroes and villains in Smash Madness 2021.[1:00] Introduction and show announcements[3:30] 80s News[14:56] 1980s Heroes vs. Villains: Round OneFollow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/1980snow.For the many ways to support the show, visit www.1980snow.com/support.For more

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46:29

Strangest 1980s Cartoons w/ Jon from GenXGrownUp

1980s Now ·

2021/02/23

Will and Ray are joined by Jon from The GenXGrownUp Podcast. Together the trio discusses current 1980s news including Iron Maiden's reaction to a possible Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction and a new "Running Man" film. Then, the 80its and guest reminisce and review some of the strangest cartoons from the 1980s.[1:48] Show announcements[3:14] 80s News[13:44] Strangest 1980s cartoonsFollow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/1980snow.For the many ways to support the show, visit

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01:06:26

Dangers of 1980s Theme Parks w/ Seth Porges

1980s Now ·

2021/02/17

Will and Ray discuss current news related to 1980s media, including the inclusion of 1980s greats among Rock Hall inductees. Should genres other than rock be admitted to the Hall? Then, the duo discusses their youthful adventures in theme parks. Finally, Will and Ray speak with Seth Porges, the writer/co-director of "Class Action Park," a documentary about the world's most dangerous theme park, which reigned in northeast NJ in the 1980s. [2:30] Show announcements[4:39] 80s News[19:42] 1980s

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01:17:06

1980s Novelty Songs w/ Brian Wecht of Ninja Sex Party

1980s Now ·

2021/02/03

Will and Ray discuss current news related to 1980s media, including Liam Neeson rebooting a classic franchise and latest about "Ghostbusters: Afterlife." Then, the duo reviews some of the quirkiest novelty songs from the 1980s. Finally, the 80its speak with the deadliest half of the comedy band Ninja Sex Party, Dr. Brian Wecht.Time code: Interview begins at 36:30

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55:20

Most Paused Moments in 1980s Movies

1980s Now ·

2021/01/18

Will and Ray discuss current news related to 1980s media, including a popular 1980s toy becoming an unlikely movie and an Indiana Jones prequel film. Then, the duo reviews the most paused moments in 1980s movies, including some submitted by listeners. (And not all contain gratuitous nudity.)

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01:07:46

More 1980s One-Hit Wonders w/ Taco

1980s Now ·

2021/01/06

Will and Ray take another one-hit wonder challenge and chat with Taco singer of 1983's "Puttin' on the Ritz."Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Become a patron at www.patreon.com/1980snowFor more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.com.

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01:41:58

1980s Video Game (Christmas) Carol w/ Howard Scott...

1980s Now ·

2020/12/22

Will and Ray are visited by three spirits (read: icons) of retro video games: Howard Scott Warshaw, Heidi stopXwhispering and Tommy Tallarico.

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42:13

Is This A 1980s Christmas Movie?

1980s Now ·

2020/12/15

Will and Ray review six (plus one) films from the 1980s to determine whether they may be considered Christmas movies.

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49:00

1980s "Christmas" Stories w/ Scott Schwartz

1980s Now ·

2020/12/08

Will and Ray speak with Scott Schwartz, the 1980s child star of "The Toy," "Kidco" and "A Christmas Story."

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01:15:11

1980s Thanksgiving TV Episodes w/ Laila Robins

1980s Now ·

2020/11/24

Will and Ray examine the best Thanksgiving episodes of 1980s TV and then speak with Laila Robins, who stars in "The Blacklist" and the "The Boys" and debuted in "Planes, Trains and Automobiles."

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52:23

1980s Jeopardy

1980s Now ·

2020/11/17

Will and Ray discuss the impact of "Jeopardy" in the 1980s on the show today and quiz each other on actual questions from the show.

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01:03:38

Tales from the 1980s w/ John Kassir

1980s Now ·

2020/11/01

Will and Ray speak with John Kassir, voice of the Cryptkeeper, the iconic host of "Tales from the Crypt."

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