Adventures in 80's Cinema

Season 2 -Episode - 1 -The 1981 Guide to Terrible Hospital Security! The Adventures in 80s Cinema Podcast is back for a brand-new season, and we are kicking things off by heading straight back to Haddonfield! In our highly anticipated season premiere, we dive deep into the 1981 horror classic, Halloween II. Pick up exactly where the 1978 masterpiece left off as we follow Michael Myers through the...

Season 1 -Episode – 12 bonus - Hanging out with Joe and Daisy Grab your popcorn and rewind your tapes for the ultimate season finale of The Adventures in 80s Cinema! In this special wrap-up episode, hosts Joe and Daisy pull back the curtain to let listeners get to know the voices behind the mic. Instead of breaking down a single film, the duo hangs out for a casual, feature-length chat about their...

Season 1 -Episode - 12 -They're Here!! This week, on the final episode of the season, we journey into the heart of '80s suburban dread to dissect the 1982 supernatural masterpiece, Poltergeist. From its iconic static television screens to clown dolls that still fuel nightmares, we explore how this film redefined modern ghost stories. We break down the legendary production partnership between direc...

Season 1 -Episode - 11 – Eye of the Tiger, man, Eye of the Tiger! Dust off your satin boxing trunks and crank up the synth, because this week on Adventures in 80's Cinema, Joe and Daisy are firing up the time machine to revisit 1982. We're stepping back into the ring with the Italian Stallion himself for the high-octane, neon-drenched sequel that defined a decade: Rocky III. After the gritty under...

Season 1 -Episode - 10 – The Karate Kid – Wax on, Wax off!! Fire up the DeLorean, listeners! This week, Joe and Daisy are crane-kicking their way back to 1984 to discuss one of the ultimate underdog stories of the decade: The Karate Kid. It's the film that made "wax on, wax off" a household phrase and turned a shower-curtain-wearing Ralph Macchio into a martial arts icon. We're breaking down Danie...

Season 1 -Episode - 09 -He Slimmed Me! This week on Adventures in 80's Cinema This week on Adventures in 80's Cinema we dive into Ghostbusters! We break down the supernatural comedy, analyzing Bill Murray's sarcastic charm, the iconic theme song, the groundbreaking practical effects, and why this paranormal investigation classic remains a cultural phenomenon. We also look back at the iconic scenes...

Season 1 -Episode - 08 -Now, young Skywalker, you will die! This week on Adventures in 80's Cinema we jump into hyperspace for a look back at the 1983 conclusion to the original trilogy, Return of the Jedi. We discuss the Ewok debate, the epic final duel, Jabba's palace, and the massive impact of this blockbuster on 80's pop culture. It's a battle of light and shadow, featuring behind-the-scenes i...

Season 01 - Episode – 06 – Snakes. Why Did It Have To Be Snakes! This week on Adventures in 80's Cinema , your hosts Joe and Daisy fire up the DeLorean to tackle one of the greatest sequels—and action masterpieces—of all time: James Cameron's 1986 powerhouse, Aliens Joining the crew for this deep-space mission is special guest Gavin Stuart, host of The Meandering Movie Podcast and Musing on Movies...

Season 01 - Episode – 06 – Snakes. Why Did It Have To Be Snakes! As part of our ongoing exploration of the "most influential decade in cinema," we revisit Steven Spielberg and George Lucas's first collaboration on the Indiana Jones franchise. Join us as we take a deep dive into the cultural impact and lasting legacy of the 1981 masterpiece Raiders of the Lost Ark. Join Joe and Daisy on Adventures...

Season 01 - Episode – 05 – Gizmo Caca!! "Bright lights, water, and whatever you do, don't feed them after midnight!" This week on Adventures in 80s Cinema, we're heading to Kingston Falls to unpack Joe Dante's 1984 masterpiece, Gremlins! Join us as we discuss the "murderer's row" of 80s talent behind the scenes—including Chris Columbus, Steven Spielberg, and SFX legend Chris Walas. We'll dive into...

Season 1 -Episode - 04 –Terminator- Come with me if you want to live! In this episode of Adventures in 80's Cinema, We travel back to 1984 to dissect James Cameron's 1984 groundbreaking sci-fi masterpiece, "The Terminator"! We explore the dark, rain-slicked streets of 1980s Los Angeles as they break down the film that launched a multi-billion dollar franchise. And we also explore the "tech-noir" n...

"Strap in, action fans! This week on Adventures in 80's Cinema, Daisy and Joe head deep into the jungle to confront a true cinematic legend: the original 1987 classic, Predator. Join them as they dissect everything from Arnie's bulging biceps to the groundbreaking creature effects that terrified a generation. They're asking the big questions: Was Jesse Ventura's handshake really that powerful? Is...

Season 1 -Episode - 2 – Robocop – Dead or Alive You're Coming With Me! Welcome back, movie fans! This week on Adventures in 80's Cinema, your hosts Joe and Daisy dive headfirst into the hyper-violent, satirical masterpiece that is Paul Verhoeven's RoboCop (1986). Join them as they travel to the crime-ridden streets of Old Detroit, where the mega-corporation OCP (Omni Consumer Products) is running...

Season 1 -Episode - 1 – E.T., Phone Home In the inaugural episode of their new podcast, Adventures in 80s Cinema, hosts Joe and Daisy, from The Filmjoe Podcast, revisit Steven Spielberg's timeless 1982 classic, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. The duo dives into what makes the film a cultural phenomenon, examining its impact on audiences then and now. Grab your Reese's Pieces and get ready to phone hom...

Join your hosts Joe and Daisy as they fire up the DeLorean and take a weekly trip back to the most influential decade in cinema: the 1980s. From the epic blockbusters that defined a generation to the quirky, forgotten gems of the era, this podcast is a deep dive into everything that made 80s film culture so iconic. If you grew up in the era of VCRs, arcades, and synth-heavy soundtracks, get ready...