Totally 80s and 90s Recall

Totally 80s and 90s Recall
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Join two Gen X dudes as they take a nostalgic look at all things 80s and 90s. From music and movies to television and pop culture, these friends of 35 years will take you on a trip back in time to review two of the most influential and awesome decades. Join them each week as they rewind back to the era of cassette tapes, big hair and Super Nintendo. New episodes drop every Tuesday.

  1. 1h ago

    Bon Jovi’s 'Slippery When Wet' (1986): The Hits, The Hair, & The History

    Grab your hairspray and your jean jacket, because this week Dave and Rob are turning the clock back to 1986 to tackle one of the biggest rock albums of all time: Bon Jovi’s Slippery When Wet. With over 28 million copies sold worldwide, this powerhouse record gave us legendary anthems like "Livin' on a Prayer," "You Give Love a Bad Name," and "Wanted Dead or Alive." But forty years after its release, we have to ask the ultimate question: does it still hold up as a masterpiece, or has it lost its edge? To help us settle the debate, we are thrilled to welcome back our good friend and resident rock aficionado, Dustin, to join the analysis! Together, the trio breaks down the tracklist, dissects the massive production that defined the arena-rock era, and discusses the cultural legacy of Jon, Richie, and the boys. Hit that play button to see if we're halfway there, or if this album is just shot through the heart—and let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show   Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: 80s90srecall@gmail.com  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Bon Jovi’s 'Slippery When Wet' (1986): The Hits, The Hair, & The History

  2. Jul 14

    1985 vs. 1995: Let’s Go Go get a Kiss From a Rose

    What happens when you pit the neon-soaked, high-energy pop of the mid-80s against the smooth R&B and heavy hip-hop beats of the mid-90s? In this episode, Dave and Rob go head-to-head in the ultimate musical time-travel debate: 1985 vs. 1995. By pulling up the data and looking at the official top 5 year-end hits on the US Billboard Hot 100 for each year, the guys break down how a single decade completely transformed the landscape of popular music. We’re matching up the smooth saxophone of Wham!’s "Careless Whisper" and Madonna’s untouchable "Like a Virgin" against the genre-defining power of Coolio’s "Gangsta’s Paradise" and TLC’s legendary double-feature of "Waterfalls" and "Creep." Dave and Rob unpack the cultural impact, the production styles, and how these tracks have aged over the years. Hit that play button to find out which mid-decade lineup took home the crown, and let us know in the comments below: are you team ’85 or team ’95? Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show Playlists  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0K0QAawREuZwAdquHYqANx?si=gceEtdYmQ_aHZn8rYiN2kQ  Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/1985-vs-1995/pl.u-JPAZBZmFW5r8gY?ls Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: 80s90srecall@gmail.com  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1985 vs. 1995: Let’s Go Go get a Kiss From a Rose

  3. Jul 7

    Independence Day (1996); Times Up!

    Fire up the F-18s and grab your ThinkPads, because we have officially reached the third and final movie in our Summer Blockbuster series! To close things out with a bang, we are covering the definitive 90s disaster masterpiece: Independence Day (1996). We dive deep into the glorious spectacle of Roland Emmerich's alien invasion, tracking everything from Will Smith's legendary one-liners to the chaotic brilliance of Jeff Goldblum's hand gestures. Whether you're here for the pure action-movie nostalgia or President Whitmore's iconic pre-flight speech, we are breaking down the categories that make this flick an undisputed classic. In this episode, we tackle the film's most hilarious logic leaps, celebrate the sheer plot armor of the world's luckiest golden retriever, and debate whether Randy Quaid's Russell Casse is the greatest cinematic hero of the 20th century. We also look at the casual indifference the script has for its minor characters and how a single computer virus saved the entire planet. Tune in to help us wrap up our blockbuster marathon, look to the skies, and remember: we will not go quietly into the night! Chapters 00:00 - Dramatic Intro, Welcome, Fan Mail 5:42 - Terminator 2 Reactions & Independence Day Overview 9:29 - Back of the Box, Personal Stories & Blockbuster Perfection 16:37 - Will Smith's Career Launch & Practical Effects 20:50 - Surprising Casting Choices & Production Anectdotes 30:33 - Quick Scripting, Jeff Goldblum's Improv & Set Reuse 36:53 - Submarine Captain & Character Fear Reactions 39:29 - Iconic Lines & Presidential Speech Analysis 45:23 - Landmark Destruction & Air Force One Escape 51:25 - Alien Virus & Questionable Plot Points 57:10 - Fruitopia Vending Machine & REM Song 59:13 - Breakup Cards & Best Supporting Characters 1:05:31 - Most Unnecessary or Useless Characters 1:09:02 - Character Demise & Bad Decisions 1:12:43 - Overall Movie Rating & Big Screen Experience 1:18:29 - Critics' Take & Sisqo's Thong Ratings 1:23:14 - Raiders, T2 or Independence Day 1:25:28 - Connect with Us & Support the Show 1:27:46 - Learnings, Aplogies & Music Battle Preview   Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: 80s90srecall@gmail.com  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/acfoster/list/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Send Us Actual Mail! PO Box 506, Sunnyside, WA 98944 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Independence Day (1996); Times Up!

  4. Jun 30

    Terminator 2 Judgment Day (1991): "Hasta La Vista, Baby"

    “I’ll be back.” Jump into this deep-dive on Terminator 2: Judgment Day as we unpack the groundbreaking effects, unforgettable one-liners, and behind-the-scenes secrets that made this 90s sci-fi classic one of the greatest sequels ever made. From the iconic canal chase to the explosive finale and the chilling T-1000, we break down why T2 still hits hard today—and why Arnold’s legendary performance helped turn it into a pop culture phenomenon. Chapters 00:00 - Welcome to T2 4:50 - Behind the Scenes: Budget, Cast, and Plot 8:11 - First Impressions and Pop Culture Phenomenon 20:55 - Edward Furlong's Casting and Groundbreaking CGI 29:10 - Unpacking Terminator 2's Time Travel Plot Holes 33:37 - Unforgettable One-Liners and Todd's Memorable Role 39:23 - Explosive Moments: Canal Chase and Cyberdyne Attack 50:51 - Unbelievable Scenes and Questionable Plot Choices 54:33 - Nostalgic Gear and Decorations from the 90s 57:39 - Yearbook Wisdom and the Iconic T2 Soundtrack 1:01:02 - Arnold Schwarzenegger's Most Iconic Movie Quotes 1:04:49 - Schwarzenegger's Non-Lethal Moves and T-1000's Brutal Kills 1:10:31 - Character Realizations and T2's Lasting Appeal 1:17:15 - Siskel, Ebert and Listener Feedback on T2 1:23:14 - Final Thoughts, Potatoes, and Next Week's Movie   Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: 80s90srecall@gmail.com  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/acfoster/list/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Terminator 2 Judgment Day (1991): "Hasta La Vista, Baby"

  5. Jun 23

    Raiders of the Lost Ark: Why Indiana Jones Still Rules the 80s

    Do you like archaeology? What about Nazis? If you said yes to one or both of these choices, join Rob, Dave and Kurt this week as they take a look back at the action classic, Raiders of the Lost Ark. The crew uncovers the secrets behind Steven Spielberg and George Lucas’s legendary collaboration, tracking Harrison Ford's definitive leap from smuggler to the world's favorite whip-cracking professor. From the iconic, heart-pounding boulder run to the terrifyingly satisfying, face-melting climax, the guys break down why Indy’s first outing remains the gold standard for big-screen adventure. Chapters 00:00 - Opening of show   Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: 80s90srecall@gmail.com  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Raiders of the Lost Ark: Why Indiana Jones Still Rules the 80s

  6. Jun 16

    The 80s TV Commercials That Made Our Childhood

    This week we are breaking down our absolute favorite ads from a decade where marketing wasn't just about selling a product—it was about embedding catchy jingles and unforgettable catchphrases directly into pop culture. From fast-food face-offs that asked the ultimate questions to hyperactive toy commercials that defined our childhood wishlists, we are looking back at the clever, quirky, and downright bizarre marketing magic that ruled the airwaves We’ll explore why these brief television spots left such a massive, lasting imprint on our collective memory and trace how the art of the commercial evolved during the decade. Whether you grew up shouting these catchphrases on the playground or you're discovering these vintage gems for the very first time, this trip down memory lane promises plenty of laughs and a wave of pure nostalgia. So grab a cold can of New Coke, settle into your favorite beanbag chair, and join us as we celebrate the decade when commercial breaks were mandatory viewing!   Chapters 00:00 - From Spaghettios to Life Lessons 2:55 - Unskippable Ads, Catchy Jingles, and Deregulations Impact 11:36 - My Buddy, Kit Kat, The Clapper and The Great Soap Wars 30:42 - Bo Knows, Nike Jordans, Folgers, and Anti-Drug PSAs 49:22 - Dunkin' Donuts, Gum Wars, Grey Poupon, and Tootsie Pops 1:04:57 - Wendy's 'Where's the Beef?', Toys R Us, and Flintstones Vitamins 1:16:28 - Episode Recap, 'Fappy' Definition, and Next Week's Blockbuster   Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: 80s90srecall@gmail.com  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The 80s TV Commercials That Made Our Childhood

  7. Jun 9

    Summer Hits of 1996; Tupac, Mariah and The Macarena

    Dust off your pagers and grab a Surge soda! This week, Dave and Rob are hopping into the time machine and dialing the coordinates to June 9th, 1996. The box office was dominated by Mission: Impossible, the Macarena was slowly taking over the planet, and the Billboard Hot 100 was a wild mix of legendary hip-hop, R&B royalty, alt-rock, and powerhouse vocalists What makes this specific week so legendary is the sheer, whiplash-inducing sonic contrast sharing real estate on the charts. It was a bizarre and beautiful era where the mournful, rapid-fire hip-hop harmonies of Bone Thugs-n-Harmony and 2Pac’s aggressive West Coast swagger sat side-by-side with the pristine, sweeping adult contemporary ballads of Celine Dion and Mariah Carey. Throw in the raw acoustic storytelling of Tracy Chapman, Alanis Morissette’s alt-rock bite, and a rising, inescapable bilingual novelty dance craze like the Macarena, and you get a snapshot of a musical landscape that was wildly fragmented yet universally massive   Chapters 00:00 - Pagers, Surge, and the Macarena: Welcome to 1996 2:10 - Remembering Peabo Bryson and Our Influencer Status 4:07 - Graduating into 1996's Wildly Fragmented Music Scene 9:22 - Diving Into the Billboard Hot 100: Cuts & Honorable Mentions 13:15 - "5:00" by Nonchalant: A 90s Hip Hop Gem 18:36 - "Sweet Dreams" by La Bouche: Eurodance 1996 22:11 - "Tres Delinquentes": West Coast Latin Rap's Breakthrough 26:37 - "Old Man and Me": Hootie's Underrated Sophomore Album 30:25 - Kicking Off our Best of 1996 Billboard Top 10 31:27 - Everclear's "Heart Spark Dollar Sign": An Interracial Love Story 35:00 - Coolio's "1,2,3,4": A Fun Summer Jam 38:57 - Dishwalla's "Counting Blue Cars": Mid-90s Post Grunge Classic 42:36 - Garbage's "Only Happy When It Rains": A 90s Rock Anthem 46:25 - Lenny Kravitz's "Can't Get You Off My Mind" 49:52 - Goo Goo Dolls "Name": A Chart-Topping Personal Ballad 57:13 - Brandy's "Sittin' Up In My Room": A Teen Infatuation Anthem 59:50 - The Tony Rich Project's "Nobody Knows": Country Crossover Hit 1:05:12 - Tracy Chapman's "Give Me One Reason": A Bluesy Career Revitalizer 1:08:04 - Smashing Pumpkins' "1979": The Quintessential Gen X Song 1:10:08 - Snapple, Clearly Canadian, and Our 1996 Billboard List Review   Playlists: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3IEysWlUdIzxLhnrSmu1bx?si=DVgK8cegRq-FqwVtoZGlqQ  Apple:https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/billboard-hot-100-june-9th-1996/pl.u-76oN9NpFNz2Y05?ls Amazon: Click HERE to access the Amazon playlist for this episode   https://www.billboard.com/charts/hot-100/1996-06-15/   Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: 80s90srecall@gmail.com  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Summer Hits of 1996; Tupac, Mariah and The Macarena

  8. Jun 2

    Top Gun (1986)...I Feel The Need, The Need For Speed!!

    This week, Dave, Rob, and Kurt are strapping into the cockpit to tackle Tony Scott’s 1986 pop-culture juggernaut, Top Gun. Listeners can expect the trio to break down how this high-octane blend of aerial choreography, synthesizers, and pure machismo defined an era of Hollywood filmmaking. Dave will likely dive deep into the movie’s legendary soundtrack—debating whether "Danger Zone" or "Take My Breath Away" reigns supreme—while Rob will undoubtedly analyze the sheer kinetic energy of the dogfights and the film's lasting impact on action cinema Meanwhile, Kurt is sure to bring his trademark humor to the table, ready to dissect the campier, heavily meme-able elements of the film, from the infamous, sweat-soaked volleyball scene to Maverick and Iceman's intense, jaw-clenching rivalry. Whether they are debating the logistics of inverted flight maneuvers or laughing about Maverick’s blatant disregard for naval protocol, the guys are primed to deliver an entertaining mix of nostalgic appreciation and hilarious critique. It’s bound to be a wild ride, so listeners should prepare to fire up their afterburners for an episode that promises to be nothing short of a highway to the danger zone Chapters 00:00 - Podcast Introduction and Fan Mail Segment 5:59 - Siskel & Ebert's Mixed Reviews of Top Gun 14:22 - Behind the Scenes: Top Gun's Production & Success 17:23 - How Top Gun Defined 80s Culture and Action Films 26:35 - Glorifying War and the Legendary Top Gun Soundtrack 29:11 - Tom Cruise, Val Kilmer, and Ray-Ban's Resurgence 32:56 - The Infamous and Iconic Top Gun Volleyball Scene 37:16 - Debunking Inverted Flight and Love Scene Challenges 40:54 - Recalling the Most Memorable Lines from Top Gun 47:45 - Highlighting the Most Unforgettable Scenes in Top Gun 53:54 - Analyzing Top Gun's Most Questionable Movie Moments 58:09 - Iconic 80s Elements and Hollywood's Piloting Skills 1:06:56 - Crafting Valentine's Day Cards with Top Gun Quotes 1:12:33 - Our Favorite Songs, Call Signs, and Montages 1:19:20 - Comparing the Original Top Gun to its Maverick Sequel 1:25:13 - Connecting With Fans and Final Podcast Reflections   Connect with Totally 80s and 90s Recall  Website: https://bleav.com/shows/totally-80s-and-90s-recall/  Email: 80s90srecall@gmail.com  Voicemail: (509) 426-4542  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/80s90srecall   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Top Gun (1986)...I Feel The Need, The Need For Speed!!
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Join two Gen X dudes as they take a nostalgic look at all things 80s and 90s. From music and movies to television and pop culture, these friends of 35 years will take you on a trip back in time to review two of the most influential and awesome decades. Join them each week as they rewind back to the era of cassette tapes, big hair and Super Nintendo. New episodes drop every Tuesday.

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    Totally 80s and 90s Recall
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
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