Everything 80s

So I wanted to put together a watchlist while we're stuck in self-isolation, but make it based on 80s entertainment. I include 9 great movies and series here that you may know, or haven't enjoyed in a long time. I hope you are staying safe and healthy and find comfort in the things you enjoy.

So I wanted to put together a watchlist while we're stuck in self-isolation, but make it based on 80s entertainment. I include 9 great movies and series here that you may not know, or haven't enjoyed in a long time. I hope you are staying safe and healthy and find comfort in the things you enjoy best.

Show notes: Quarantine Watchlist

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I'm going back to some early episodes right now, and this is one of the most interesting subjects. We're looking at the creation and history of the VCR and how it forever changed the way we consumed media. We will also look at the battle between VHS and BETA, and why VHS emerged victorious at the end.

Nerds candy is the famous small, irregularly shaped, crunchy treat. Nerds first came out in 1983 but is not associated with anything to do with nerds or geeks. This is a look back on one of the most successful candies in history.

Show notes: Nerds

If you were around during 1983, you remember the famous "Where's The Beef?" commercial from Wendy's. This simple three-word phrase became a cultural juggernaut and made a star of actor Clara Peller. This is a look back on one of the most famous catchphrases of all time.

Show notes: Where's The Beef?

If you were around during 1983, you remember the famous "Where's The Beef?" commercial from Wendy's. This simple three-word phrase became a cultural juggernaut and made a star of actor Clara Peller. This is a look back on one of the most famous catchphrases of all time. 

Show notes: Where's The Beef?

Turbo Teen was a very short-lived Saturday morning cartoon from 1984 about a kid that could turn into a car. The success of Knight Rider influenced the show with the hope they could make a more kid-friendly version. This is a look back on a show that featured some of the best voice talent of the time and was given every chance to succeed - but didn't.

Show notes: Turbo Teen

Turbo Teen was a very short-lived Saturday morning cartoon from 1984 about a kid that could turn into a car. The success of Knight Rider influenced the show with the hope they could make a more kid-friendly version. This is a look back on a show that featured some of the best voice talent of the time and was given every chance to succeed - but didn't. 

Show notes: Turbo Teen 

You may or may not remember Boglins, but these were a series of small puppets that came out in the 80s. These high-quality toys were created by people who worked for Jim Henson on things like Fraggle Rock, The Muppet Show, and The Dark Crystal. The Boglins were movie-quality and a unique toy for creative kids that were one step away from Jim Henson.

Show notes: Boglins

You may or may not remember Boglins, but these were a series of small puppets that came out in the 80s. These high-quality toys were created by people who worked for Jim Henson on things like Fraggle Rock, The Muppet Show, and The Dark Crystal. The Boglins were movie-quality and a unique toy for creative kids that were one step away from Jim Henson. 

Show notes: Boglins