And The Year Was 1985 The Podcast

EPISODE 82 – Ryan Gilliland: Round 3 – Music, Motivation & Big News He’s back! This week, Ryan Gilliland returns to And The Year Was 1985 for his third time in the studio. We chop it up about: What “doing the hard stuff” looks like in real life The music that’s hitting right now Some exciting personal and professional updates from Ryan Plus the usual laughs, randomness, and sharp takes This ep...

This week on And The Year Was 1985, we sit down with Bill Welychka—Canadian broadcast icon, music journalist, and one of the most recognizable faces from the golden era of MuchMusic. From interviewing global superstars to shaping Canadian music culture, Bill shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from his time at Much, CHUM, and beyond. If you grew up in Canada in the 90s, this is one you don...

Welcome back! This week on And The Year Was 1985 , the guys dig into the full list of 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees . Who deserves the spotlight? Who got snubbed (again)? And which artists made us scream, "Finally!"Along the way, we go on a few fun tangents, spin some great tracks, and celebrate the music that shaped entire generations. 🎸 A fun, nostalgic ride through rock history—w...

Welcome back, this week we have a quick one for you. The guys chat up some current events and Ryan takes the wheel on the controls and soundboard. Enjoy this fun episode of And The Year Was 1985!

Jeremy Wray Welcome back to And The Year Was 1985 , for part two with legendary pro skater Jeremy Wray . He shares his journey from riding for Element Skateboards to branching out and launching a brand of his own with his brother, Joanas. From music to shoe design this is an amazing episode. We explore: The changing landscape of the skateboarding industry Why shoe companies became such big players...

Welcome back to the pod! This week we have a replay of the YouTube live stream from March 27. The guys get into some Mario Cart, Tony Hawk and more. Come join us for a super fun podcast. Enjoy another epiosde of And The Year Was 1985! New Podcasts every Wednesday!

This weeks guest is Matthew Alvarez creator of Sound Shed AV Solutions in Texas. In this episode the guys talk with Matthew about his early life, how he got from musician to AV, podcast studio design and tons of other skills he's gained along his path. Some of Sound Shed's projects include podcast design for Mr. Ballen, Tom Segura and Joe Rogan. This episode is filled with awesome stories...

It's Wednesday! This weeks pod guests are Dumb Crush, a awesome up and coming band out of Toronto. These guys are amazing, check them out on Spotify. The guys chat the history of the band, Led Zepplin and tons more. This was a blast and can't wait to hear their new Tunes coming in April 2025. Check the boys out in your town at www.dumbcrushband.com New pods every Wednesday!

It's another episode of the pod and we are back with an awesome guest this week welcome Mike Hickey! We've known Mike for a long time and it was awesome to catch up and talk about his project Terror Nova on NTV Plus, also check out the novels of the same name. Check out Mike and Buddha at www.terrornova.ca New pods Wednesdays!

Welcome back everybody! This week we have in studio guest Blaine Burke, Creator and Host of Gpop Culture Fair here in Grande Prairie, Alberta. This event has tons of great local talent and some amazing creators. We chat about some of the events and guests and we will also be involved. ATYW1985 will be there for interviews, panels and workshops. Come by and see Local podcasters Lindsay Janes of Dis...

We're back BABY! This week is the guys live reaction to Canada winning the 4 Nations tournament last week. What an incredible game and what a goal! Enjoy a this week podcast. New Episodes every Wednesday!

Welcome back to another incredible episode of ATYW1985. This week we have part 1 with pro skater, designer and friend of the pod Jeremy Wray. The guys chat with Jeremy on how he got his start in skating, the water tower gap, his influence on skating and his favourite new era skaters. This is episode 82 Part 1, with Jeremy Wray. @jeremy_wray www.wraybros.com

Welcome to episode 81! This weeks guest is none other than the legendary "Tarzan" Dan Freeman. Dan originally from Ontario and coming up in the broadcast scene he found his way to hosting "The Hit List" on YTV for 6 years. He also curated The Hit List compilation albums selling over 2 million copies. Dan has interviewed almost anyone you can name is known for super fun interviews and questions. Cu...

Welcome back to And the Year Was 1985! This week the guys take a look back at their top picks from the legendary EA Sports NHL games beginning in 1999. This episode is packed with sick tunes and tons of fun. Enjoy another episode of And The Year Was 1985 - The Podcast! New Episodes every Wednesday!

Welcome back to the podcast. This weeks guest is Mariah Braun, creator of M3M Studio and Marketing. Mariah is local to Grande Prairie and has won Young Woman of Influence from the City of Grande Prairie and an Alumni Entrepreneurship Award from Northwestern Polytechnic. Mariah and her team are an awesome resource and inspiration to the local creative community. Enjoy our conversion on this weeks e...

Welcome back to the pod. We have another very special and surprise guest, George Stroumboulopoulos. From his early days at The Edge radio, to Much Music, to CBC hockey night in Canada, to the house of Strombo and now onto Apple with the Strombo Show. We talk about his amazing career, where music is and where it's going. Enjoy this weeks episode of And The Year Was 1985! New episodes every Wedn...

Welcome back! It is the first pod of 2025 and we are here for it. This week the guys get in to the news from this week. With a lot current events happening this week the guys covered some of these. Enjoy this weeks episode of And The Year Was 1985! New Episodes every Wednesday. https://linktr.ee/theyearwas1985

Welcome back! This week is favourite Series 2 where the guys take a look at some of their top picks in moves, music and TV. New episodes every Wednesday!

Welcome back and Happy New Year! This weeks guest is Steve Bays from Hot Hot Heat . Left Field Messiah ,  Fur Trade , and  Mounties . He is also an incredible engineer, producer and awesome guy. The guys talk about being a creative, his process and lots of life lessons. Check out Steve on Spotify or anywhere you get your music. Enjoy the first pod of 2025! New episodes every Wednesday!

Happy New Year! This week we take a look back at where we've been, who we've talked to and plans for the new year. Enjoy a little conclusion to the year. New episodes every Wednesday!

Happy Holidays everyone! This week is the Christmas episode. They guys chat some favourite music, TV and Movies along with some great memories of 90's Christmas. Take a fun look back on this weeks episode of And The Year Was 1985 - The Podcast! New Episodes every week. Follow us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or on your favourite listening app.

Welcome back to the podcast. This week we have Hulk Caesar of The Hulk Caesar Show. Hulk co hosts an awesome podcast based out of downtown St. John's , Newfoundland. Along with co host Emily Malloy they chat with local artists, musicians and tons more. They are a SOCAN licensed podcast and spin great tunes along with live performances . Check them out at www.hulkshow.com . Follow us on Spotify, Yo...

Welcome back to the podcast. This week we have a 3 time Grammy award winning Music Producer David Bottrill. David Has has worked with over one hundred atrists including, Peter Gabriel, Tool, Silverchair, Muse, Coheed & Cambria, Crown Lands, I Mother Earth, Rush, Stone Sour, GodSmack and many more. David takes us through working with some of these amazing artists on another amazing episode of,...

Welcome back to this weeks episode of And The Year Was 1985! On this pod the guys go over the past few weeks in pop culture. From the Tyson Vs Paul fight to the US election the guys discuss pop culture in the news this week. Enjoy this weeks podcast and come back every Wednesday for new podcasts! Follow us for more

This week we have Matt Wells from Bucket Truck, Much More Music. He's now a writer, producer, actor and an awesome guy. The gents chat growing up in Newfoundland, what it's really like there, the punk ethos of Newfoundlanders and Matts winding career. We hope you enjoy the latest episode of And The Year Was 1985! @mattawells