After School Special Podcast

Get ready to journey down memory lane on our nostalgia-filled expedition through the iconic elements of the 80s that influenced the hit Netflix series, Stranger Things. We promise that by tuning in, you'll gain fascinating insights into how classic films like The Goonies and It have shaped our beloved characters, Eleven, Mike, and Joyce Byers. Strap in as we unveil the uncanny similarities be...

The guys talk about amusement parks, roller coasters and favorite memories from their childhood. Boblo Island, Cedar point, Kings Island, Coney Island, etc. Aaron gets Covid again and leaves the show. 🚨Please subscribe, and share this podcast. Please rate this podcast 5 stars ⭐️ and write “latchkey kid” in the review section on Apple podcast or wherever  you get your podcasts. New episodes every...

Why All-You-Can-Eat Buffets are Secretly Vanishing from America. In Episode 56 of the After School Special Podcast, the guys unpack the legendary history, massive 1980s pop culture boom, and ultimate corporate collapse of classic American all-you-can-eat buffets. We track down why nostalgic food troughs like Old Country Buffet, Golden Corral, Sizzler, and Ponderosa Steakhouse are rapidly disappear...

I don't wanna grow up..." but the banks had other plans. 🧸📉 In this episode of the After School Special Podcast, Aaron and Don are joined by the crew to explore the neon-lit aisles of our childhood: Toys "R" Us and KB Toys. But this isn't just a trip down memory lane—it’s a forensic look at the corporate greed that dismantled them. We pull back the curtain on Vulture Capitalism, discussing how p...

Why did we all dress like NASCAR drivers in the 90s? Don and Aaron dive into the ultimate 90s and 2000s fashion recap, breaking down the trends that defined a generation—and the ones we’d rather forget. From the massive legs of JNCO jeans to the sudden obsession with M&M and NASCAR racing coats, we explore how hip-hop culture and the Michigan Fab Five influenced what we wore to middle school. We a...

Calling all movie buffs and nostalgia lovers! We're kicking it back to the 80s, the golden era of comedy, to chat about some of the most iconic films and unforgettable actors that made us laugh till we cried. We relive the comedic excellence of Eddie Murphy in Beverly Hills Cop, Steve Martin in Three Amigos, and the timeless charm of When Harry Met Sally. We celebrate the comedic genius of Ro...

Hey there, fans of laughter and nostalgia! Strap in for a blast from the past as we share our deep love for the comedic genius of the 90s. We're talking about the icons who shaped an era of hilarity: John Candy, Chris Farley, Adam Sandler, and let's not forget the brilliant women like Tina Fey, Goldie Hawn, and Reese Witherspoon. Remember The Waterboy? What about Big Daddy, Happy Gilmore...

Is the MCU as we know it possible without Wesely Snipes? This week on the After School Special Podcast, we’re sinking our teeth into the 1998 cult classic, Blade. We’re joined by special guests Nicole and Tessa from the Doom Generation Podcast to break down why this R-rated vampire flick was the ultimate "core memory" for 90s kids and the true catalyst for the Marvel movie revolution. From the leg...

The guys debate the best movie sequels of all time. It’s our 50th episode! Staff-man is back and the guy's talk about their favorite adult and childhood movie sequels. For full video highlights click the link or find us on Youtube The Best Movie Sequels of All-time? Here We Go Again Highlights - YouTube 🚨Please subscribe, and share this podcast. Please rate this podcast 5 stars ⭐️ and write...

This is a bonus Episode of our Part II interview with (Actress, Comedian, Podcaster) Rocky Powell from the "Wild Nights with Rocky Powell" Podcast. The guys discuss Comedy, Podcasting, Dating in the "Me-Too" era and her feelings on the Will Smith incident at the Oscars. 🚨Please subscribe, and share this podcast. Please rate this podcast 5 stars ⭐️ and write “latchkey kid” in...

Is Superbad a period piece or a timeless masterpiece? This week, we’re joined by the incredible Rocky Powell (host of Wild Nights with Rocky Powell) to dive deep into the 2007 classic that defined a generation. We discuss why movies like this don't get made anymore, the "McLovin" phenomenon, and whether cancel culture has officially killed the teen comedy genre. Inside this episode: • [00:33] The...

What happens when a real-life roadside crisis meets a mid-podcast edible experiment? In Episode 47 of the After School Special Podcast, the guys are celebrating their official one-year show anniversary by diving into intense personal stories, deep pop culture analysis, and hilarious childhood nostalgia. First, Aaron breaks down a terrifying winter roadside emergency where he found himself trapped...

This week the guy's rant about True Crime documentaries and The Batman film. For full video highlights click the link or find us on Youtube. Netflix and Diddle True Crime Documentaries and Batman Episode Highlights - YouTube Please rate this podcast 5 stars ⭐️ and write “latchkey kid” in the review section on Apple podcast or wherever  you get your podcasts. New episodes every Friday. Find u...

Never meet your heroes. On this episode of the After School Special Podcast, we dive deep into celebrity role models, out-of-touch Hollywood elites, and the complicated legacies of our favorite 90s childhood TV dads. With the Will Smith and Chris Rock "Slapgate" drama entering week two, we take a closer look at pop culture idolization. Can you actually separate the art from the artist? We break do...

The guys talk about the worst Oscar snubs of all time while watching the award show live. The guys react to Will Smith smacking Chris Rock live on the Oscars. For full video highlights click our YouTube link. Live Oscar 2022 Highlights and Reactions - YouTube 🚨Please subscribe, and share this podcast. Please rate this podcast 5 stars ⭐️ and write “latchkey kid” in the review section on Apple pod...

Prepare to step into the enchanting aura of The Twilight Zone! Today, we explore the intricate mind of Rod Serling and how his experiences in World War II, as well as his firm stand on the Emmett Till trial, profoundly influenced his iconic creation. Not only do we chat about the emblematic actors like Burgess Meredith and Lou Bookman, but also we journey through the astronomical production costs...

The guys talk post show about snack mascots they would have sex with and their least favorite snacks. 🚨Please subscribe, and share this podcast. Please rate this podcast 5 stars ⭐️ and write “latchkey kid” in the review section on Apple podcast or wherever  you get your podcasts. New episodes every Friday. Find us on Twitter - After School Special Podcast (@AfterSchoolSpe3) / Twitter Da Gram - A...

Feeling the nostalgia pangs for those 90s snacks? We've got a show for you that unpacks the snack game of our childhoods. From Dunkaroos to Hot Pockets, we reminisce over the sugar-packed delights that made our after-school hours a crunchy, munchy joyride. Yeah, our parents tried their best to steer us clear, but we managed a few gloriously unhealthy binges. Remember those psychedelic commercials?...

What makes a villain truly legendary? In this episode of the After School Special Podcast, we unmask the greatest antagonists in film and television history. From the calculated evil of Emperor Palpatine and the chaotic brilliance of Heath Ledger’s Joker to the terrifying, silent menace of Anton Chigurh, we break down the performances that defined a generation. We also pivot to the real world, dis...

Aaron rants about movie and real-life villains before the guys join the show. Aaron gives random shout outs! 🚨Please subscribe, and share this podcast. Please rate this podcast 5 stars ⭐️ and write “latchkey kid” in the review section on Apple podcast or wherever  you get your podcasts. New episodes every Friday. Find us on Twitter - After School Special Podcast (@AfterSchoolSpe3) / Twitter Da G...

Can you actually make a fortune selling farts in a bottle? In this episode of the After School Special Podcast, the guys dive deep into the wild, lucrative, and sometimes completely unhinged world of collectibles, retro nostalgia, and modern digital hustle culture. We look back at the iconic 90s toys that defined a generation—from Power Rangers Spin Fighters to rare Garbage Pail Kids cards like Na...

Double-D and Staff-man talk about random. topics from today's pop culture. Staff-man takes a nostalgia quiz. 🚨Please subscribe, and share this podcast. Please rate this podcast 5 stars ⭐️ and write “latchkey kid” in the review section on Apple podcast or wherever  you get your podcasts. New episodes every Friday. Find us on Twitter - After School Special Podcast (@AfterSchoolSpe3) / Twitter...

Double-D takes a 90's hip hop quiz. He also talks sports betting and the Superbowl while the guys are running late. Snoop Dogg buys Death Row records and the legend of 2pac. The new Jurassic Park movie trailer comes out. 🚨Please subscribe, and share this podcast. Please rate this podcast 5 stars ⭐️ and write “latchkey kid” in the review section on Apple podcast or wherever  you get your pod...

The Multiverse is officially open! In this episode of the After School Special Podcast, we’re breaking down the high-stakes journey of the MCU Spider-Man trilogy. From the groundbreaking Sony-Marvel deal to the multiversal chaos of Spider-Man: No Way Home, we explore how Tom Holland’s Peter Parker redefined the superhero genre. We dive into the "blue-collar" villainy of Vulture and Mysterio, the l...

In this episode of the After School Special Podcast, Don, Aaron, and John return to the Spider-Verse to dissect the Andrew Garfield era. We dive deep into The Amazing Spider-Man 1 and 2, debating whether the "cool" Peter Parker worked and why the parent-spy subplots felt like a Jason Bourne movie gone wrong. From the lizard evolution to the "glow stick" version of Electro, we break down why these...