Stuck in the '80s Podcast

Here's a little something to wrap up 2014 - two years of outtakes to amuse and astound you. Thanks for listening, Steve and Brad will be back at it in 2015! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve and Brad talk about Mogwai, the Bathroom Buddy, and other monstrosities from 1984's Gremlins. Wham's Last Christmas - Ambient Style Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve and Brad discuss the finer points of buffet wrecking as we pay homage to Beverly Hills Cop on its 30th anniversary. Plus a full slate of your favorite seggies! Ep 326 Playlist - Beverly Hills Cop soundtrack and eponymous tracks Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve and Brad both pick remade Iggy Pop songs in the second installment of our "Covers in the '80s" series. After the dust settles, we read a couple listener emails, Brad makes a strained analogy involving power strips, and we manage to give away another Stuck in the '80s bottle opener. Ep325 playlist - More Covers in the '80s   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for in...

Steve, Brad, and guest host Dr. Dim spend some time reviewing three albums turning thirty this year - The Replacements' "Let it Be," Depeche Mode's "Some Great Reward," and INXS' "The Swing." After savoring these comestibles, enjoy the return of the long-shelved seggie, "What Makes Spearsy Cry." Episode playlist:   Episode 324 Playlist - Albums Turning 30 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....

Steve rises from the mostly-dead to join Brad for another '80s News Now show.  We talk about everybody's favorite Time Travel Trilogy, Molly Ringwald, and your vacation plans for 2016. Plus we award the first of many Stuck in the '80s bottle openers! Molly Ringwald's advice column at The Guardian The '80s Cruise home page Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informatio...

What was it really like to be a teenager in America during the early 1980s? Not the Hollywood version filled with perfect movie montages and soundtrack hits — but the real day-to-day experience of growing up during the MTV era? This week on the Stuck in the ’80s Podcast , B-Rad talks with filmmaker Keva Rosenfeld about his remarkable documentary All American High Revisited and the unforgettable ye...

If you grew up during the 1980s, chances are Loverboy was blasting from your car stereo, bedroom radio or local arena at some point during the decade. With huge hooks, fist-pumping choruses and enough energy to power an entire generation of weekend parties, the band became one of the defining rock acts of the MTV era. This week on the Stuck in the ’80s Podcast , Steve sits down with frontman Mike...

Steve and Brad cover a pile of sad stories this week, starting with the death of Survivor lead singer Jimi Jamison. Plus a three-fer reader mailbag and the triumphant return of Mystery Movie Moment and Name that '80s Tune! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve, Brad, and guest host Drew talk about a few of our favorite cover songs of the 1980s.  Looks like a ripe topic, I'd expect a few more shows on this subject... Also, a Reader Mailbag with a vicious twist and PPTMN! Ep319 playlist - Covers in the '80s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Few bands captured the colorful, adventurous spirit of early MTV quite like Thompson Twins. With infectious hooks, inventive production and an unmistakable blend of synth-pop and world-music influences, the group became one of the defining acts of the 1980s. This week on the Stuck in the ’80s Podcast , Steve sits down with frontman Tom Bailey for a thoughtful conversation about returning to tourin...

Some celebrities entertain us. A rare few feel woven directly into the emotional fabric of our lives. Robin Williams was one of those rare few. This week on the Stuck in the ’80s Podcast , Steve and Brad gather with heavy hearts to reflect on the life and legacy of Robin Williams following the shocking news of his passing earlier this week. For Gen X audiences especially, Williams wasn’t simply a...

Few musicians from the 1980s can claim a legacy as wide-ranging and influential as Midge Ure. As the frontman of Ultravox, a co-creator of Live Aid and one of the key architects of the synth-pop movement, Ure helped shape both the sound and spirit of the MTV generation. This week on the Stuck in the ’80s Podcast , Steve sits down with Midge for an in-depth conversation about music, creativity and...

Steve and Brad give '80s News Now another go, with a Valley Girl tour, a Purple Rain anniversary, and a conversation with an '80s fan who had gone to great lengths to find out - just who is The Girl In That Video? Plus your old favorites Mystery Movie Moment and Name That '80s Tune! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of person...

Steve, Brad, and guest-host Drew look back to three albums turning 30 this year - Wang Chung's "Points on a Curve," The Cars' "Heartbeat City," and Frankie Goes To Hollywood's double-album debut "Welcome to the Pleasuredome."Stick around for Reader Mailbag and a great PPTMN question! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of perso...

Steve, Brad, and guest host Marty spend some time with one of our favorite comedies, 1984's Ghostbusters.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve and Brad try to counter the summer doldrums with a little something to keep you company poolside - an '80s News Now episode with plenty of seggie goodness. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve, Brad, and guest host Drew discuss George Harrison, the "Quiet Beatle," and his output in the '80s - as a solo artist, supergroup member, and movie producer. Come for George, stay for the seggies! Show links: Episode 311 Playlist - George Harrison This American Life episode featuring Molly Ringwald Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collec...

Steve and Brad return with an 80s News Now show, featuring segments on the 30th anniversary of 16 Candles, the recent Atari excavation in Alamagordo, and quick hits on movie remakes and summer tours. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve, Brad, and special guest host Carol Janssen look back at Cameron Crowe's directorial debut "Say Anything," released 25 years ago this month.  Listen to find out Spearsy's theory on what happened to Diane and Lloyd. Also Reader Mailbag, and listener picks for their "High School Senior Song." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

Steve, Brad, and special guest Drew review the Excellent 8, Rad 4, and Championship matches for March Soundtrack Madness and announce the winner of our month-long quest!  Listen to find out what song stands alone atop the brackets! We also announce the winner of the Soundtrack NIT bracket and read some of your letters.  Thanks to everybody that voted! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

Steve, Brad, and special guest Drew take a look at the round three Soundtrack Madness matchups and talk about the upcoming Excellent 8 battles. Plus, Reader Mailbag and the NIT Final Four results! Ballots for the Excellent 8 will be posted soon, watch our Facebook page for a link. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal...

Steve and Brad review the round two matchups in the March Soundtrack Madness tournament, and announce the four finalists in the Soundtrack NIT tourney - listen and find out if your favorites made it through. Sweet (Sounding) Sixteen polls will be open soon, watch for a link to the ballot on our Facebook page! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...

March Soundtrack Madness is in full swing at Stuck in the '80s! Listen as Steve, Brad, and special guest Marty review your votes for all the first round matches, and get ready to vote later this week on the second round. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve, Brad, and guest host Carol "She's A Beauty" Janssen dissect three of 1983's less-than-stellar performers - Dr. Detroit, Staying Alive, and Bad Boys. Plus we announce the winner of our countdown montage contest! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.