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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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01:08:13

Kirk, Khan and Anaconda Are Back!

1980s Now ·

2025/09/23

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction5:00 - Breaking dancing at city council17:00 - The Greatest American Hero is back26:30 - Khan is back40:15 - Kirk is back too44:44 - A Shining character is in Welcome to Derry55:25 - Anaconda meta reboot1:05:00 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book

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49:04

The Power of the 80s with Katelyn Sue

1980s Now ·

2025/09/16

In a special interview, Will speaks with social media influencer Katelyn Sue (1980s.nostalgia) about the comfort and inspiration she found in 80s pop culture.0:00 - Introduction4:50 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowGet our new book Totally Bogus (But True) at Amazon.Follow Katelyn on Instagram @1980s.nostalgia.

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39:12

The Craziest CHiPs Episode (Live)

1980s Now ·

2025/09/09

Recorded before a live at RetroCon, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the two of the zaniest episodes of the 1980s NBC TV show CHiPs.0:00 - Rock Devil Rock24:30 - The Spaceman Made Me Do ItFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!

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01:13:14

Alien: Earth X Blade Runner

1980s Now ·

2025/09/02

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction6:35 - Stranger Things breakfast cereal12:45 - Does Gen X still eat cereal?23:57 - Knight Rider: The Movie34:41 - Apollonia sues Prince's estate for her name43:44 - The Police sue Sting for royalties 56:40 - The Alien: Earth – Blade Runner connection1:11:13 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel:

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01:08:48

Real Star Trek Tech

1980s Now ·

2025/08/26

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction7:00 - Haunted by Eddie Van Halen’s ghost17:00 - Star Trek IV technology is a reality28:00 - Ghostbusters fan film - Ghostbusters: New Orleans39:00 - Who is the Toxic Avenger?55:00 - Toxie's unrated "monster dong"1:06:00 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowRead our new

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01:23:56

Is Slime Headed to NYC?

1980s Now ·

2025/08/19

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction3:50 - A Ghostbusters 2-looking blob is headed for NY14:00 - Images of Lego’s 9,000 piece Death Star leaked27:00 -TJ Hooker is back—and he’s hilarious36:00 - Tron: Ares gets a Hard PG-131:04:15 - Wizard of Oz has received the AI treatment1:20:54 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel:

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50:51

I Love the 80s with Ivan Doroschuk of Men Without Hats

1980s Now ·

2025/08/12

In a special interview, Will speaks with Ivan Doroschuk, founding member and frontman of the iconic 80s band Men Without Hats.0:00 - Introduction20:00 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowLearn more about Men Without Hats at https://www.safetydance.com/.Get our new book Totally Bogus (But True) at Amazon.

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01:18:08

Ozzy Went Out Like Rock Star

1980s Now ·

2025/08/05

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction6:30 - Spinal Tap 2 Trailer15:25 - Alien Earth: Should humanity survive?27:30 - Is space object headed toward Earth hostile?36:56 - Ozzy Osborne has died47:00 - Hulk Hogan has died (and copied Superstar Billy Graham)1:05:35 - Puppet versions of monster cereal mascots1:16:30 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube

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01:17:49

Superman Is Political, Duh

1980s Now ·

2025/07/29

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction4:10 - Announcements5:15 - Are payphones needed?19:30 - Pee-wee’s bike is finally at the Alamo, no really29:20 - You can now get married at Taco Bell35:40 - Chuck E. Cheese to open adult arcade42:45 - Superman Hasn’t Suddenly Gotten Political, We Have1:15:15 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel:

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40:35

Restoring the Goonies House with James Pearse Connelly

1980s Now ·

2025/07/22

In a special interview, Will speaks with Emmy-Award winning production designer James Pearse Connelly, who just helped restore the legendary Walsh House from the 1985 cult classic The Goonies. The project, spearheaded by Connelly alongside the new homeowner and devoted Goonies superfan, Behman Zakeri, brought the house back to its 1980’s movie glory in time for the film's 40th anniversary on June 7, 2025.0:00 - Introduction8:50 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook:

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01:21:56

Masquerade: The Scandalous 80s Treasure Hunt

1980s Now ·

2025/07/15

Will is joined by Meg and Jessica from Desperately Seeking the 80s. Will shares the unlikely, but true, story of Masquerade, the book that changed gaming.In 1979, a seemingly innocuous picture book actually concealed clues to the location of a golden prize. Once the secret was out, it inspired a real-life treasure hunt, a decade-long scandal, and a genre of video games that followed.0:00 - Introduction12:27 - Masquerade1:19:50 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook:

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01:14:43

The Running Man Trailer and More

1980s Now ·

2025/07/08

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction3:42 - Announcements6:45 - Martin Kove bit co-star15:45 - New The Blues Brothers graphic novel27:44 - Unaltered Star Wars is bad39:24 - New Running Man trailer47:13 - New video store documentary54:50 - Even younger Frankenstein 1:13:17 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel:

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50:34

Interview: Cobra Kai Composers Leo Birenberg and Zach...

1980s Now ·

2025/07/01

In a special interview, Will speaks with Leo Birenberg and Zach Robinson, the composers of the wildly successful Cobra Kai series.0:00 - Introduction3:27 - InterviewFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowLearn more about Leo Birenberg at https://leobirenberg.com/.Learn more about Zach Robinson at https://zachrobinsonmusic.com/.Get our new book Totally Bogus (But True) at

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01:09:28

It's Official: Gen X Is the Coolest Generation

1980s Now ·

2025/06/17

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss the following topics:0:00 - Introduction7:15 - Announcements*Join us for our live show on June 21 at 7pm at the Southern Fried Gaming Expo!*Read our new book Totally Bogus (But True) Tales from the 1980s!9:55 - It's official: Gen X is the coolest generation16:40 - Caring for Our Elderly Heroes (and Family)29:14 - Gen X Is Tearing Up Retirement Homes36:40 - Cobra Kai Composer Leo Birenberg Asks Us a Question53:00 - 80s

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01:00:58

Mandela Effects?

1980s Now ·

2025/04/01

Will and Ray discuss examples of the so-called Mandela Effect. But first, that the duo reviews current 1980s news.0:00 - Introduction4:20 - A new clue to The Thing ending?12:00 - Does anyone want this St. Elmo's Fire sequel?22:00 - Is this the new Pamela Vorhees?33:20 - Are these really Mandela Effects?59:00 - Wrap Up and Thank YouFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snow

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48:02

Can Pop Culture Heal Us?

1980s Now ·

2025/03/10

Will chats with psychologists Ben Taitz, Colt Blunt and Travis Langley about the role pop culture plays as we navigate real-life challenges. Can it be a healthy distraction? Can it provide inspiration? Or is it just It frivolous nonsnse? 0:00 - IntroductionFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@1980snowTravis Langley website>>> https://www.travislangley.info/.Travis Langley IG>>>

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29:33

Interview: Laurie Miller (formerly of Exposé)

1980s Now ·

2025/03/07

In a special interview, Will speaks with Laurie Miller, who along with Sandra Casañas and Alé Lorenzo were the founding members of Exposé. Together, they toured the country performing the future hit tracks that earned them contract with Arista Records. Now, Laurie is performing once again with O-Baby, another vocal group from Exposé's hit-making producer DJ Martinee.0:00 - Introduction3:58 - Interview with Laurie MillerFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1980snow.Subscribe to our YouTube

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01:15:42

1980s Best Picture Blockbusters?

1980s Now ·

2025/03/03

Recorded before a live Facebook (and YouTube) audience, Will, Kat and Jon discuss whether the Academy Award Best Picture winners in the 1980s also blockbuster films? Before that the trio reviews current 1980s news.0:00 - Introduction4:21 - Announcements8:00 - Goonies 2 is official15:30 - Will the Goonies invite Trumper supporter Robert Davi back?24:30 - John Ratzenberger shares scary Cheers’ story31:04 - I Want My 80s touring in 202536:55 - Village People cop sends first cease and desist44:43 - Were

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42:56

Interview: Josh Spiegel (The 80s Movie Project)

1980s Now ·

2025/02/24

Will chats with Josh Spiegel, the host of Movie Timelines, a popular YouTube channel that has sets out to bring clarity to the often muddled continuity of various of horror movie franchises. Additionally, our guest is documenting all of the horror films of various decades, including the 20s, 30s, and most importantly, the 1980s. Most recently, Josh has also begun chronicling every sci-fiction film released during our favorite decade.0:00 - Introduction9:02 - Interview Start40:45 - Wrap-UpBecome a

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33:33

Interview: 80s Freestyle with DJ Martinee

1980s Now ·

2025/02/17

Will chats with DJ Martinee the multi-platinum record-selling songwriter and producer, who helped pioneer freestyle music in the 1980s.In 1984, DJ Martinee formed the hit vocal group Exposé, which became the first to attain four Top 10 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, including the song written by our guest “Seasons Change.” In fact, he wrote all of the songs on the band’s first album “Exposure” and most of the tracks on their 1989 follow up “What You Don’t Know.”DJ Martinee has also produced,

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