Hey! Remember the 80's?

Episode 47: Hey! Remember the 80's? goes International! In celebration of Kari's upcoming trip to Europe, your hosts will take a look at some chart toppers from each country on the trip: France, Germany, Czechoslovakia, and Poland. You can bet there will be some Billy Joel on there! // Just a Bit Outside: Your look at songs that didn't quite hit the Top 40. Unfortunately, we've got a couple of stinkers this week. Look, some of these songs didn't become hits for a reason. 

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Episode 46: Welcome back, everyone. // Tidbits! Get your tidbits, here! A new Huey Lewis and The News EP recently dropped; and it is unanimous, they haven’t missed a beat!  // That’s What Friends Are For — Joe and Kari discuss songs by some artists who got a little help from their famous friends...albeit some of those famous friends were more generous with their vocal help than others. // Kari tries to stump Joe with another One Hit Wonder quiz; brought to you (again) by the letter C and the number 4. Is she successful? Only time will tell. // Grab your Cabbage Patch Kid and get ready to have some fun! // Be sure to visit us at www.facebook.com/hrt80s where it is always Burger Time! 

Episode 46: That’s What Friends Are For // One Hit Wonders (letter C)

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Episode 45: Another jam-packed episode for you HRT80’s fanatics!! Your hosts are back together and are sharing one mic. First up: Tidbits!! A new Huey Lewis article by one of Joe and Kari’s favorite music critics, a very special review of a beloved 80’s movie which may prove to be divisive, and your hosts venture out to the the suburbs. // Ranking the Hits of Pat Benatar — Pat had 15 Top 40 hits in the 80’s, but which were Joe and Kari’s faves? They discuss the good, the bad, and the Legend of Billie Jean. // Just a Bit Outside: HRT80’s newest segment now has a name (Thank you, Michael and Twitter)! Another look at an 80’s tune that *almost* became a Top 40 hit!

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Episode 44: It's been one year of Hey! Remember the 80's! Come celebrate with Joe and Kari! First in Tidbits: two movies (Footloose and a sketchy Madonna documentary). The Filthy 15 -- Ever wonder why some of your favorite albums contain a Parental Advisory warning? We have these 15 songs (and a group of Washington Wives) to thank! Some songs were rightfully chosen, while some others were a bit perplexing. // New Segment Alert: A look at some songs from the Hot 100 that didn't quite make it to the Top 40, but deserve a closer look anyway. 

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Ep. 43: Who wants Tidbits? Of course we have tidbits this week: Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees, a great series about every number one hit, and a fun item involving Bruce Springsteen and the Pointer Sisters. // Back in Time: 1987 -- what a hodge podge of hits!! Pop, Adult Contemporary, R&B -- It's all here! Jump in the time machine and pretend you are scanning the dial of your favorite radio stations from back in the day.  // Songs that Time Forgot: Kari's pick is a forgotten gem from one of Cyndi Lauper's favorite singer-songwriters, while Joe takes a gander at what was happening with Jody Watley before she was Looking for a New Love. Hasta la vista, baby!

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Episode 42: Get your tidbits here! Find out which 80's artists will be inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (and which ones got snubbed) // One Hit Wonders: They hit the charts for one glorious moment and their names start with the letter B, and that's about all they have in common. Or is it? // Top of the Pops: The US charts didn't always line up with what was hitting number one across the pond. Sometimes that was a good thing. Go ahead and make a heavy-handed mimosa and tune in!

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Episode 41: First things first -- Tidbits (Movie Edition). Kari weighs in on the Linda Ronstadt doc, while Joe uncovers some childhood issues by watching La Bamba for the first time as an adult. // Coming Around Again -- songs so nice, the record label decided to release 'em twice! Did you catch them on the first go round?? // Pop Quiz! -- Kari tries to stump Joe with some more One Hit Wonders! Does he get a passing grade??

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Episode 40: Happy New Year to all you HRT80s listeners! Episode 40 is here, which is apt because the 80's are now 40!! First things first, Joe and Kari discuss the Sirius Big 1000 countdown that's been airing lately, and your hosts are shook by a recent development! // That's What Friends Are For: Joe and Kari discuss 80's musicians that helped their friends along the way, and this time, they focus on a very special friend, George Michael, who helped many talented musicians even at the height of his fame! // Songs That Time Forgot: Joe spotlights a Top 40 hit from one of the most respected vocalists of her time, while Kari (via Freddy Kruger) picks some alt-rock pioneers. 

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Episode 39: Merry Christmas, y'all: The Ultimate 80's Christmas Music episode is here! Joe and Kari take a deep dive into "A Very Special Christmas". All your fave 80's musicians contributed: Madonna, Bruce, Alison Moyet. There may have been blackmail material involved! // What better way to celebrate the holidays than with "Leave it in the 80's", where your hosts explain why an 80's hit should no longer be celebrated. Join us in the drunk tank! // Thanks for all of your 80's holiday song suggestions. Joe and Kari discuss as many as possible while trying to stay under the 60-minute mark!

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Episode 38: First up, some info on a few interesting music documentaries. Will we ever see this supposed Go-Go’s documentary on Showtime? Our lips are sealed. // Holiday Music: 80’s Edition Part 1 (let’s just from now on assume every segment could be subtitled “80’s Edition”). We got some great recommendations on 80’s Christmas songs from our listeners on FB. Joe and Kari discuss some of their personal faves, as well as the ones that hit the Hot 100. Plus: Everything you could ever want to know about Do They Know It’s Christmas! 

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