Latch-Key Dads

There are major events, trends, and movies that define every generation. These things provide shared experiences and help define who we are. In this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we talk about those shared experiences that Tim and Greg missed out on. Greg didn't see the Challenger explosion? Tim never saw Friday the 13th? Check out the episode and find out if these offenses are enough to get thei...

Join us on this episode of Latch-Key Dads as we jump into the Delorean and travel back to November of 1989 to reminisce about the fall of the Berlin Wall, The B-52's Love Shack, plus tons of other music, TV, events and movies from November of 1989. One of those movies happens to be one of Greg's top 5 movies... Back to the Future II. Join us for all the fun as well as an opportunity to win...

Latch-Key Dads rolls into the heart of summer with a round of "What's in the Box?". However, this time it's full of memorabilia from Greg's childhood. Some of the items include a shop class assignment, Camel cash, and Starting Lineup collectibles! We also played a couple rounds of friend of the podcast John Moschitta Jr’s classic board game, “Motormouth”. Join in the fun! Che...

On this episode of Latch-Key Dads - things you forgot and things you remember Part II, Tim and Greg pick up where they left off discussing random stuff from the 80's. Did you have a tan dust buster? Of course you did! But did you have a Hoot-Bot? A Hoot-What? Do you remember how many licks it takes to get to the center of a Tootsie Roll Pop? Sure you do, but how many does it really take? Stay...

On this episode of Latch-Key Dads - things you forgot and things you remember. Tim and Greg discuss random stuff from the 80's that (hopefully) will unlock core memories. Remember, Macho Duck and Mickey Mouse Disco? How about that very special episode of Punky Brewster when Cherie gets trapped in a fridge?  Batman Converse high tops anyone? All this and more on this very special episode of Lat...

On this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we interview special guest John "Motormouth" Moschitta Jr.  John has appeared on countless tv shows such as Sesame Street, Pinky and the Brain, Saved by the Bell, Robot Chicken and the Transformers. He has also starred in some of the most iconic commercials of all time including Micro Machines, Federal Express, Minute Rice, and JetBlue.  If there ever was a can’t...

Whether at school, sitting at a restaurant waiting for our food, or a long car trip in the family station wagon, Generation X had to find ways to entertain ourselves. So, we created lots of things to do with something that was readily available – a piece of paper! Passing notes, paper airplanes, paper footballs, and fortune tellers were just some of the ways we kept ourselves amused. On this episo...

Forrest Gump and The Lion King reign supreme at the box office, STP releases Purple, "I Swear" by All 4 One sits atop the Billboard top 100, and a young Tim graduated from high school. Come and check out all the other fun and interesting things that happened that month on this episode of Latch-Key Dads. Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://latchkeyda...

On this episode of Latch-Key Dads, Tim and Greg dive back into their collection of ticket stubs. Taking turns randomly pulling out ticket stubs and recalling the event with fond memories. Ticket stubs include movies, concerts, and sporting events. Who knows, maybe you were at the same event! Only way to find out is to listen... Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠htt...

Tim and Greg kick off season 3 of Latch-Key Dads with a discussion about the Nintendo Game Boy. The Game Boy turns 35 this year and was the most successful handheld system of all time. Even its green monochrome screen didn't deter us from playing such classic games as Tetris, Super Mario Land, Final Fantasy Legend, Revenge of the Gator,  and many others. Thanks for listening! Check out bonus m...

80's movies and television had some of the coolest cars. We had KITT the A.I. self-driving Pontiac Firebird Trans AM, a haunted 1958 Plymouth Fury, a moonshine smuggling 1969 Dodge Charger, and of course a time-traveling DeLorean.  In this episode of Latch Key Dads, the top 16 movie and tv vehicles face off in a March Madness style playoff bracket. Join Greg, Tim and special guest–Tim's br...

Movies played such a big part in our childhood and in this episode, we review one of the biggest, Stand By Me. Released in August of 1986, this coming of age movie taught kids all across America that life wasn't fair. We laughed at the jokes, despised Ace Chambers, and connected with characters like never before. Generation X movies didn't hold punches and watching Chris Chamber bawl his e...

Going out to dinner was a big deal growing up in the 80's. There was a boom of franchise restaurants that provided plenty of dining options. From the boring adult themes of Bennigan's, Sizzlers, Chilis, and Chi-Chis to the fun kid friendly options of Showbiz Pizza and The Ground Round, join the fun as we revisit our favorite places to eat! Check out bonus material and photos from the episo...

All great shows have the obligatory 'highlight' episode. Typically after some arbitrary number of episodes is reached, they mash together the best bits and mix in a little bit of new content. On a completely unrelated note - Latch-Key Dads is proud to present our 50th episode! Tim and Greg revisit some of their favorite moments in between playing Ikari Warriors on the NES. If you're ne...

Start with one Elvis impersonator and add six muscle-bound athletes in sparkling outfits. Mix in one part gameshow and multiple physically enduring challenges. Sprinkle in an unhealthy dose of steroids, alcohol and drugs and you get...American Gladiators!  As kids, we loved watching regular people go up against Gemini, Nitro or Blaze in events like the Gauntlet, Powerball and Joust. Check out the...

In this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we play a round of The Blockbuster Game and wish Tim a happy birthday! We also play a round of 1980's MBA (Movie, Band, Atari game) with our friend Jon. Thanks for listening! Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we interview our longtime friend Jon. Jon is a music aficionado and an avid vinyl record collector.  He drops in to share some of his prized collection and music knowledge. Get out the aqua net and ripped jeans - cause it's hair metal time! Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/⁠⁠

Was there ever a toy that you really wanted for Christmas but never got? Maybe the 7.5 foot long G.I. Joe U.S.S. Flagg Aircraft Carrier? or possibly a Nintendo with the R.O.B. robot? or just a plain old Hoppity Hop? Join us as we relive some memories from our childhood Christmases. Hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season! Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://la...

Do the names Trapjaw, Orko, Ram-Man, Mer-Man, Moss-Man, and Cringer ring a bell? If they do then you must have been a big fan of Masters of the Universe! In this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we revisit that iconic cartoon and action figures while uncovering some neat little facts - Sea-Man and the Ballbuster?  We also play a fun little game, Who Lives Here?  129 West 81st NY, NY - Friends, How I Met...

In this very special episode of Latch-Key Dads, we interview Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame Announcer Merrill Reese! Merrill then hangs around to have a little fun with a Thanksgiving food draft as we pick our favorite dishes to see who can build the best Thanksgiving day feast. We then played our 1980's game: MBA (movie, band, Atari game). Hope everyone has a safe and delicious Thanksgiving...

In this episode the Latch-Key Dads catch up on Halloween, discuss the impending deluge of Christmas commercials and music, and talk about the trailer for the upcoming 80's inspired movie Fall Guy.  The episode concludes with another round of the game, What's in the Box? You'll never guess what they pull from the box this episode. Really, you will never be able to guess correctly so you...

The Latch-Key Dads Halloween Special!  Tim and Greg catch up on some baseball stuff, Greg reveals a weird personal horror movie connection, and then they discuss carving pumpkins. Afterwich, they review the 1988 afterlife comedy, Beetlejuice! The episode finishes off with a quick game of 'Hella 90's Pop Culture Trivia Game'. Download this episode so you have something to listen to whil...

Did you keep your concert ticket stubs? How about baseball and football ticket stubs? Movie theater ticket stubs? Well, in this episode of Latch-Key Dads, we take a look at all of the ticket stubs we’ve saved over the years and talk about the events. Soundgarden, Wilco, Ozzfest, 76ers, Nirvana, and more all in this episode of Latch-Key Dads! Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at ...

On this episode of latch-key dads, play alongside Tim and Greg as they battle it out over a heated game of Trivial Pursuit.  Learn some interesting facts about the Canadian game and then try to answer some impossible questions such as: Who wrote The Godfather; or Who directed the movie Spartacus; or What pill's name translated from the Latin means I will please?  Come and rediscover why you ha...

After 25 years, Netflix is shutting down...it's mailer subscription. Join Latch-Key Dads as we bid adieu to the service that put Blockbuster out of business and eventually led to the term, "Netflix and Chill". We also discuss what life was like in 1998 including technology that may or may not have been available.   Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at  https://latc...