Antenna TV Nostalgia Stories

Happy Birthday to John Lodge, singer, songwriter and guitarist for the rock band The Moody Blues. Antenna TV got the opportunity to chat with him about getting started in music, his love of vinyl, and how important MTV was at a time in his career.

Happy Birthday Ed Alonzo!  You might remember him from many reoccurring roles he played on several TV sitcoms from the 80s and 90s, most notably as Max from Saved by the Bell. Antenna TV got the chance to chat with him all about his roles and working on the set of one of the most […]

The world is never out of love, with Air Supply. These guys are still rocking it after their first meeting in 1972. They’ve had 7 consecutive top five singles, four of their albums sold an excess of 20 million copies, and “Lost in Love” was named song of the year in 1980.  And that song is currently […]

The Dead Daisies frontman John Corabi and guitarist Doug Aldrich are true rock musicians.  Having both been influenced by music at an early age, their talents have led them to be members of hit bands Motley Crüe, Whitesnake and more. Today they are part of the super group “The Dead Daisies” and bring their old school […]

Still spunky as ever, Mackenzie Phillips gave us the scoop on all things relating to her career, especially on the hit show “One Day at a Time” where she played Julie. Hear all the details about working on the set and what she’s up to now!

Are you “Working for the Weekend”? 80’s lovers, prepare yourselves. Antenna TV has scored an exclusive interview with none other than LOVER BOY! Their songs became the anthem of the 80s and 90s—especially, “Heaven in Your Eyes”—which was the hit song in “Top Gun”.

Amazingly, comedic actress Leslie Easterbrook has appeared in over 300 television episodes and 12 films, with one of her earliest successes on the hit show “Laverne & Shirley”.  But who could forget her comedic timing as Debbie Callahan in the “Police Academy” film series. Tune in to hear all about it!

The name may not ring a bell, but the songs and band name will!  Scotty Morris is the lead singer of the swing revival band “Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.” Their hit song, “Go Daddy-O” amongst others, saturated the airwaves (and film screens) in the late 90s.  Do you remember what famous film that song was […]

Who didn’t love “Wojo” from the hit television sitcom Barney Miller?  On May 20th, 1982, that last episode of Barney Miller aired on our televisions—until Antenna TV got a hold of it!  You can watch it weeknights at 9 pm eastern.  Antenna TV got the opportunity to sit down with Max Gail to talk about […]

It’s been 50 years since the band Jefferson Starship formed! To celebrate, original and newer members of the band are touring North America this year with The Marshall Tucker Band.   Antenna TV sat down with all the members of the band (present day). It was a great time. Check it out!

Happy 74th birthday this month to Lou Gramm, co-founder and lead singer of the band Foreigner. And a special congratulations on being selected as an inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Foreigner was the soundtrack of the 1980s, and to present day, Lou Gramm’s voice and the music of the band still resonate with […]

Before he was a famous actor, Lou Ferrigno was a professional bodybuilder – winning the Mr. America AND Mr. Universe titles! And, in some way, he will forever hold that title due to his lead role as The Hulk in The Incredible Hulk. Antenna TV got the chance to chat with him, and you will never believe […]

Who could forget that hair! A Flock of Seagulls was the quintessential 80s rock band and we couldn’t get enough. We got the chance to sit down with Mike Score, lead singer of the band.  He gives Antenna TV the scoop on what inspired his famous hair-do and why 80s music still resonates today.

At a Groundlings performance in 1989, Saturday Night Live producer Lorne Michaels discovered Julia and offered her a spot on SNL. The world was introduced to many of her famous characters, including Pat. Hear about an unlikely friend she hung out with before he was a star!

We got the opportunity to chat with the original lead singer of The Marshall Tucker Band, Doug Gray, and 50 years later he is still jamming out and making music. Check out our conversation with him. Do you know where the band name came from?

Everyone knows “Ponch”! The police drama television series “CHiPs” ran from 1977 until 1983. It’s been 47 years since the show hit the airwaves, and Erik Estrada hasn’t aged one bit!  Take a look or listen to our interesting conversation.  You won’t believe what profession he’s added to his resume . . . or maybe you […]

On April 1, 1982, the popular 80s band Men Without Hats debuted their first album – which became an international success.  You may remember the catchy tune “The Safety Dance” or “Pop Goes the World”.  Antenna TV had the opportunity to chat with lead singer Ivan Doroschuk about how the band was formed and the […]

It’s been 50 years since the American rock band 38 Special formed in Jacksonville, Florida.  Antenna TV got the chance to sit down with Don Barnes, founder, vocalist, and guitarist in the band. Tune in to hear all about how they got their break, where the name 38 Special came from, and how music has changed […]

This week we talk with Nancy Allen, famous for her roles in many Brian De Palma films such as “Carrie”, “Dressed to Kill” and “Blow Out.” But we all remember her for playing Officer Anne Lewis in the RoboCop series!

This week, the legendary Mike Love, co-founder of The Beach Boys, turns 83. Happy Birthday! Antenna TV got to sit down with him and hear all about the success of The Beach Boys. He dishes out some good tidbits! Do you know where the name for the band came from? Tune in to find out!

Happy 74th Birthday to Tim Kazurinsky (3/3), best known for playing numerous characters on Saturday Night Live and his role as Carl Sweetchuck in the Police Academy films.  Take a listen as he chats all about SNL, his castmates and the successful film he wrote, About Last Night featuring Demi Moore and Rob Lowe.  Oh, […]

You wouldn’t know it, but actress Ann Robinson is 94 years old!  WGN’s sister station Antenna TV got the opportunity to chat with this legendary star about how she got into show business and her roles In The War of the Worlds and Dragnet.

It’s been 40 Years since the premiere of the original Karate Kid!  WGN’s sister station Antenna TV had the chance to sit down with stars Ralph Macchio and William Zabka not too long ago.  Take a listen as they revisit the past and the future of The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai.

WGN’s sister station Antenna TV had the chance to chat with America’s first Hollywood sweetheart, Barbara Eden. Best know as Jeannie from the hit show “I Dream of Jeannie (1965-1970), Eden won over television audience’s hearts with her magical smile, spells and silliness.  You can watch I Dream of Jeannie weekdays. And don’t forget to watch […]