What made growing up in the 1990s feel so special? Was it the movies, the music, Goosebumps books, Saturday mornings, Blockbuster nights, Halloween, or was it something much deeper?In this very first long-form discussion episode of Radness Rewind, I'm taking a step back and sharing my personal memories of growing up in the 1990s as a millennial. This isn't a scripted documentary or a countdown—it's an honest conversation about the decade that shaped my childhood and ultimately inspired my love for movies, filmmaking, horror, television, and nostalgia.I talk about what it was like growing up in North Georgia, being raised by my dad, the important role my grandparents played in my life, and how entertainment became such a huge escape for me as a kid. From reading Goosebumps books during the fall, spending hours wandering video rental stores looking at VHS covers, watching classic horror movies with my mom, and discovering films that would eventually inspire my filmmaking career, these are the memories that still stick with me decades later.I also dive into some of the things that made the 1990s feel different compared to today, including:📼 The magic of local video rental stores before streaming existed📚 Goosebumps books and why they became such an important part of my childhood🎃 Halloween in the '90s, neighborhood haunted houses, trick-or-treating, and unforgettable fall memories☀️ Long summer days filled with Super Soakers, neighborhood adventures, pools, go-karts, forts in the woods, and staying outside until the streetlights came on🎮 Classic PC games, early internet memories, dial-up, and growing up before social media took over everyday life🎬 The movies, television shows, music, and pop culture that defined an entire generation🏡 Why so many millennials miss the affordability, optimism, and slower pace of life that seemed to define the decadeThe 1990s weren't perfect, but for many of us they represented a unique moment in time—before smartphones, before social media dominated our lives, and before everything became permanently connected. Looking back now, it's easy to understand why so many people still feel nostalgic for that era.I'd love to hear your story.What do you miss most about growing up in the 1990s?Was it Goosebumps? Blockbuster? Family movie nights? Saturday morning cartoons? Halloween? Summer vacations? Playing outside until dark? Let me know in the comments—I read as many comments as I can, and I'd love to hear your memories.If you enjoyed this episode, please Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who grew up during the '80s, '90s, or early 2000s.🔔Subscribe for more nostalgia every week!🎙️ New Radness Rewind episodes every Friday📚 New Goosebumps reviews every Monday🎬 New Shorts everydayThanks for watching, and welcome to Radness Rewind.Check my Links: https://linktr.ee/retroradfilms#90s #90sNostalgia #90sKids #Millennials #Retro #Nostalgia #GrowingUpInThe90s #RetroRadWes #RadnessRewind #Goosebumps #Blockbuster #VHS #90sMovies #90sTV #ClassicCartoons
