Cor Memories

What scared you as a kid in the 1980s and '90s? A creepy movie? A weird TV show? Something you saw once that somehow stayed in your head for the next 40 years?

In this spooky-season episode of the Core Memories Podcast, Corey, Joe, and Tank take a trip back to the things that terrified us growing up. From creepy movies and television shows to childhood fears and the strange little things that could turn an ordinary night into a sleepless one, the guys revisit the stuff that gave us nightmares.

They talk about the difference between being scared by something that was supposed to be scary and the things that were never meant to be terrifying—but somehow were. Because when you're eight years old, you don't always know the difference between fantasy and reality. Sometimes a creepy image, a strange sound, or one late-night TV scene was enough to convince you that the house, the basement, or even your bedroom wasn't safe anymore.

Of course, what terrified us back then is often pretty funny now. The guys look back with a mix of nostalgia and disbelief at the movies, shows, characters, and childhood fears that had us checking under the bed, racing down dark hallways, and questioning every strange noise after the lights went out.

It's spooky, it's nostalgic, and as always, there's plenty of laughs along the way.

Because some childhood memories fade away…

But some of them are still a little creepy.

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Grab the cereal, claim the couch, and make sure nobody touches the remote! In this episode of the Cor Memories Podcast, Corey, Joe, and Tank take a nostalgic trip back to Saturday mornings in the 80s and 90s- when cartoons were an all-morning event and the TV was the most important piece of furniture in the house.

From fighting over the remote and loading up the cereal bowl to the cartoons, characters, and traditions that made Saturday mornings so special, the guys revisit a simpler time when there was nowhere to be and nothing more important to do than watch cartoons. It’s part nostalgia, part therapy, and a lot of laughs about the Saturday mornings that became some of our favorite core memories.

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Remember when your birthday felt like the biggest day of the year? In this episode of the Cor Memories Podcast, Corey, Joe, and Tank take a nostalgic trip back to birthdays growing up in the 80s and 90s, when a homemade cake, a pile of presents, a birthday song, and a room full of friends could make you feel like a superstar. From childhood birthday traditions and unforgettable celebrations to the strange realization that the kids who grew up in that era are now turning 40 and 50, the guys revisit the birthdays that became some of our favorite core memories. Because before birthdays became about getting older, they were all about being a kid.

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What if you could tell the story of your life... one song at a time?

On this episode of the Cor Memories Podcast, Corey, Joe, and Tank rewind the tape and revisit the music that shaped who they became during the 1980s and 1990s. This isn't a countdown of the greatest hits or a debate over the best bands—it's a conversation about the albums, cassettes, CDs, mixtapes, and moments that became the soundtrack to growing up.

The guys share memories of the music that filled their childhood homes, the artists their parents swore by, and how family record collections quietly influenced their own tastes. They relive the excitement of buying that first cassette or CD, making the pilgrimage to the local record store on release day, and spending hours with headphones on, reading every lyric and liner note from cover to cover.

From waiting beside the radio with a finger hovering over the Record button, hoping the DJ wouldn't talk over your favorite song, to creating mixtapes that said everything you were too nervous to say out loud, the episode celebrates a time when discovering music took patience, effort, and a little bit of luck.

Along the way, Corey, Joe, and Tank reflect on the songs that instantly transport them back to a specific bedroom, a first car, a summer vacation, or a moment that changed their lives forever. They discuss the albums that marked the transition from simply listening to whatever was popular to actively searching for music that defined their identity. They also revisit the shift from the bright, carefree sounds of the '80s to the grunge, alternative, and rock explosion of the '90s—and how that evolution mirrored their own journey into adulthood.

The conversation is filled with stories of misunderstood lyrics, guilty pleasures, teenage rebellion, chart watching, MTV memories, and the music they loved in secret while pretending to fit in. More importantly, it's about how songs become emotional time capsules—capable of transporting us back to places, people, and versions of ourselves we thought we'd forgotten.

Because in the end, the music that shaped us wasn't just something we listened to. It became part of our identity. It was there for first loves, heartbreaks, road trips, graduations, family vacations, late-night conversations, and every unforgettable moment in between.

So dust off the cassette case, flip over the mixtape, and turn the volume up one more time as the Cor Memories Podcast celebrates the songs, albums, and artists that didn't just soundtrack our youth—they helped make us who we are.

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By the power of Grayskull… the Cor Memories Podcast heads back to Eternia.

With a brand-new Masters of the Universe movie on the horizon, Corey, Joe, and Tank dust off their Power Swords and dive deep into one of the most iconic toy and cartoon franchises of the 1980s. From the moment He-Man first appeared in toy aisles and after-school cartoons, Masters of the Universe became more than just a franchise — it became a full-blown childhood obsession for an entire generation.

The guys revisit their earliest memories of discovering He-Man, Skeletor, Castle Grayskull, and the endlessly bizarre lineup of characters that somehow made perfect sense to kids growing up in the 80s. They discuss the magic of the original toy line, the heartbreak of losing tiny plastic weapons, and why every kid dreamed of owning Castle Grayskull or Snake Mountain.

Along the way, the conversation turns nostalgic, hilarious, and occasionally chaotic as the crew debates favorite figures, underrated characters, the greatness of Battle Cat, and whether the 1987 live-action Masters of the Universe movie deserves redemption or should remain locked away in a cosmic prison somewhere with Skeletor himself.

The episode also explores the magic of the original Filmation cartoon, the unintentionally hilarious life lessons at the end of episodes, and how imagination-powered franchises like MOTU defined childhood before smartphones and social media took over everything.

And of course, with a new Masters of the Universe film approaching, Corey, Joe, and Tank discuss what modern Hollywood needs to get right in order to truly bring Eternia back to life for longtime fans.

Packed with nostalgia, toy memories, laughter, terrible Skeletor impressions, and enough 80s energy to power Castle Grayskull itself, this episode is a love letter to one of the wildest and most beloved franchises of a generation.

Because somewhere deep down… we still have the power.

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In this episode of the Cor Memories Podcast, Corey, Joe, and Tank head back to one of the most unforgettable eras of life: the college years. But don’t expect discussions about majors, GPAs, or favorite classes—this isn’t a trip through the syllabus. This is about everything that happened outside the classroom.

Together, the guys revisit that strange and exciting time right after high school when freedom was brand new, plans were made by finding people instead of texting them, and every day felt like it could turn into a story. Along the way come the usual side tangents, quick laughs, questionable memories, and the kind of conversations that happen when old friends start rewinding the tape.

This episode isn’t about college classes—it’s about college life. The people, the chaos, the culture, and the memories that somehow still feel like yesterday.

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In this nostalgic episode of the Core Memories Podcast, Corey is joined by Joe and Tank for a deep dive into the golden age of HBO—back when it wasn’t just a channel, it was an event.

The episode kicks off with a perfect setup: Joe as the guy who watched everything HBO aired (whether he was supposed to or not), and Tank as the walking TV Guide who always knew what was coming on next. From there, the crew rewinds to a time of dimly lit living rooms, volume set just low enough to avoid getting caught, and the unmistakable anticipation of the HBO intro.

Together, they explore:

•  The shared experience of growing up with HBO in the 80s 
•  How HBO felt different from regular TV—and why 
•  The “you probably shouldn’t be watching this” moments every kid remembers 
•  The culture of scheduling your night around what was airing 
•  And the wild reality of paying premium prices for a single channel 

The conversation blends humor, nostalgia, and personal memories, highlighting how HBO helped shape their early media experiences in a way streaming never quite replicates today.

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In this episode of the Cor Memories Podcast, Corey, Joe, and Tank take a nostalgic trip back to the early days of video games, reflecting on the systems, games, and moments that defined growing up in the 80s and early 90s.

What starts with the usual back-and-forth and humor quickly turns into a deeper conversation about what made those early gaming experiences so memorable. From classic titles like Double Dragon to the quirks of old consoles and cartridges, the guys relive the excitement of discovering new games, reading Nintendo Power, and counting down the days until the next big release.

But beyond the games themselves, the episode centers on something bigger—the community around gaming. Whether it was crowding into a friend’s living room, taking turns with the controller, or spending Saturday afternoons surrounded by snacks and friends, the real memories weren’t just on the screen—they were shared.

The crew also reflects on how that experience compares to today’s world, where time can disappear just as quickly scrolling on a phone as it once did playing games—but without the same connection and shared moments.

It’s a mix of humor, nostalgia, and perspective, as the guys remind us that while the technology has changed, the memories—and the friendships built around them—are what truly last.

Another trip down memory lane… and another reminder of why those moments still matter.

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In this month's episode of the Cor Memories Podcast, Corey, Tank, and Joe take a joyful walk through mall life in the 1980s and early 1990s — when food courts, arcades, and being dropped off with no supervision felt like peak freedom. From debating mall vernacular and iconic stores to laughing about oddly specific mall staples (yes, even Hickory Farms), the guys swap personal stories that prove the mall wasn’t just a place to shop — it was a rite of passage.

The conversation bounces between humor and nostalgia as they reflect on how malls shaped their childhoods, social lives, and sense of independence, and why those memories still hit so hard today. The episode wraps with a shared realization: malls may be fading, but the feelings they gave us haven’t. As Tank puts it, it was “a good time to be alive,” and the magic of mall culture even lives on through pop culture moments like Stranger Things.

Food courts, arcades, freedom — and a whole lot of laughs. This one’s pure Cor Memories.

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This special edition of The Core Memories Podcast flips the usual format on its head, inviting listeners straight into the hearts, memories, and personalities of the hosts. Instead of a single focused topic, the episode is driven entirely by listener-submitted questions—and to everyone’s relief, the audience showed up in a big way.

Corey welcomes back Joe and Tank for an extended, free-flowing Ask Us Anything conversation that blends humor, self-awareness, and genuine reflection. The hosts joke about their initial fear of only receiving one or two questions (webinar-style “plant questions” and all), but quickly realize just how engaged their growing, cult-like audience has become.

As the episode unfolds, the questions spark everything from nostalgic tangents and pop-culture debates to deeper reflections on shared history, aging, and the sheer volume of memories built over decades of friendship. The banter is loose, self-deprecating, and very on-brand—complete with jokes about fake awards, beating out elite podcasts, and questionable press photos from their youth.

By the end, it’s clear this episode isn’t just about answering questions—it’s about celebrating the listeners who made the show possible, the friendships behind the microphones, and the joy of revisiting memories together. Equal parts heartfelt and hilariously unpolished, this AMA proves that sometimes the best episodes happen when you just open the floor and let the conversation go where it wants.

Thanks to everyone who submitted questions—and yes, this one definitely earned a sequel.

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