The 70s vs The 80s

One hundred episodes deserves one hundred percent chaos. Pop Culture Yearbook and The Canadian Movie Crew walk into a Family Feud. Only one walks out with their dignity. Wolfman and Spunky host. Nobody is safe. Bonus rounds follow, because apparently one game show wasn’t enough. Name That Tune (TV theme edition) separates the scholars from the frauds, and The Newlywed Game asks the question no one...

Wolfman and Spunky carve their Mount Rushmore of greatest car songs — four spots, decades of contenders, from Johnny Cash to Prince. Then it’s Spunky in the hot seat as he tries to outrun a trivia gauntlet on the NASL, ABA, and WHA’s long-lost franchises. Defunct teams, forgotten leagues — can he beat the clock before you beat him? listen to this episodes playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/pl...

This week’s guest is Wendy — The Wicked Queen — a lifelong Alice Cooper devotee who has somehow also met Rod Stewart and Prince, because apparently that’s just what happened in the 70s and 80s if you were paying attention. Wendy walks us through what Alice Cooper’s music means to her, how she became the reigning villain of the local parade scene (candy included, kids beware), and makes a passionat...

Billboard dropped a list. Lee from Atlanta has thoughts. So do we — and none of us agree, especially when it comes to U2, a band that somehow manages to divide every room it enters. We break down the biggest snubs and the most baffling inclusions in Billboard’s Top 50 Rock Groups of All Time. Then: a lost interview surfaces. Leonard Nimoy sits down with Bob Heironimus — the man who claims he wore...

Breaker breaker, good buddy — the boys are back and this time they’re hauling a full load of 70s trucker, CB radio, and redneck pop culture straight to your earhole. Spunky and Wolfman are joined by southern gentleman Lee for what might be the most important EGOT competition in podcast history. Who are the icons that went all the way — dominating the trucker lane, the CB airwaves, AND the redneck...

Wolfman & Spunky head for the stars in this cosmic edition of The 70s Vs The 80s. This week, we each carve out our personal Mount Rushmore of Moon Songs and Space Songs—and the debate gets heated fast. Does the crown belong to “Rocket Man”? Is “Major Tom” the ultimate space traveler? Can Sting out-orbit everyone by walking on the moon? And does Ozzy crash the party by howling his way into luna...

Bob Dylan turns 85, and Spunky & Wolfman are throwing the man a party — their way. They each bring their top three all-time Dylan tracks, their most overrated picks, and the deep cuts they swear you’ve been sleeping on. Then things get beautifully unhinged as the boys attempt an actual Dylan duet, stitching together their combined top 20 Dylan lines of all time into something that has absolute...

He didn’t just walk through walls — he walked through decades. This week on The 70s Vs The 80s, Mark and Gaspar join us to pay tribute to one of the most iconic action legends of our era: Chuck Norris. We share our favorite memories of the man, the myth, the roundhouse kick — from his scrappy 70s martial arts roots to his full-blown 80s action superstardom. And because no send-off is complete with...

Everyone’s got a genre they love to hate — but what if you’ve been wrong this whole time? This week, we’re defending the underdogs. Disco, Outlaw Country, ‘80s Rap, and yes, even Metallica all walk into the courtroom, and we’re playing defense attorney. We’ll dig up the deep cuts you forgot existed, the classics you never gave a real chance, and the songs that just might make you a convert. Plus —...

Was 70s icon Bruce Lee the most dangerous man to ever step in front of a camera? Or did 80s action machine Chuck Norris perfect the art of the beard-powered beatdown? We break down the facts, the films, the fight styles — and the cultural impact. And seriously… why does only ONE of these legends have an entire universe of internet jokes written about him? Then in Segment Two, the most mysterious m...

Part One: Rating the Winter Olympic Sports Spunky and Wolfman bring their signature 70s vs 80s perspective to the slopes, rinks, and halfpipes as they rank every Winter Olympic sport on their patented pop culture scale. Which events score a perfect “Billie Jean video” (the ultimate 80s achievement)? And which ones crash harder than the King himself, earning the dreaded “Elvis dying on the toilet”...

In this episode, we turn the mic over to you, the listeners—and it turns out your teenage trauma and retail scars are universal. Segment One: Your First Job Stories We asked you to share stories from your very first jobs, and wow… you delivered. From the north, south, east, west—and yes, even Canada, the stories came flooding in. Fast food disasters, awkward uniforms, terrible managers, and that f...

SEGMENT 1: Opie vs Meathead Lightning Round Challenge time! Can you beat Spunky at identifying which iconic 1980s films were directed by Ron Howard (Opie from The Andy Griffith Show & Ritchie from Happy Days) versus Rob Reiner (Meathead from All in the Family)? We’re putting your ’80s movie knowledge to the test in this fast-paced game. Think you know your Splash from your Stand by Me? Listen...

In this episode, Spunky and Wolfman take on the impossible task: picking the greatest female singers from all the decades. From Aretha to Adele, from powerhouse vocals to pop perfection, we narrow it down to the 10 essential diva songs that must be added to our playlist. Expect passionate debates, surprising picks, and maybe a few high notes we shouldn’t have tried. Then in our second segment, we...

Spunky and Wolfman turn up the Aqua Net and crank the boom box as they each pick their Top 5 female artists of the 1980s! From powerhouse vocalists to MTV icons, this episode celebrates the decade when women ruled the charts and redefined pop stardom.  Was the music of the ‘80s bigger, bolder, and funner than the ‘70s? You’ll get some unforgettable musical memories—and maybe a few surprises—w...

Segment 1: Women of the 1970s **Series Kickoff:** Welcome to our new Women of Music series! In this inaugural segment, Spunky and Wolfman each select their **Top 5 favorite female-led songs from the 1970s**. Get ready for a nostalgic journey through a decade that brought powerful female voices to the forefront of rock, soul, disco, and pop. **What to Expect:** - Deep cuts and forgotten gems you ha...

This week we’re joined by Mark from Gravity Throttle Racing — the mastermind behind one of YouTube’s most exciting die-cast racing channels! Mark explains why adult die-cast racing has exploded in popularity, how he manages to do all the voices, camera work, and storytelling himself, and even shares insider tips for entering mail-in track races. Plus, we get a behind-the-scenes look at how he buil...

This week on The 70s Vs The 80s we’re stepping up to the plate and throwing that speed ball by you!  First, we break down our listeners’ all-time favorite baseball songs—from stadium anthems to classic rock tracks that capture the spirit of the game. Which tunes belong in the Baseball Hall of Fame, and which ones strike out? Then in our second segment, it’s Hot Wheels Vs Matchbox.  We re...

 Segment One – 12 CDs for a Penny? We share wild listener stories about the legendary Record Clubs. Were you the scammer or the scammed? Did those “12 for a penny” deals actually help rebuild your collection—or just fill it with albums you never wanted?  Segment Two – Vinyl vs. 8-Track vs. Cassette vs. CD It’s the debate you’ve all been waiting for. Which format reigns supreme? From the...

This week on The 70s Vs The 80s, we welcome our friends from the Pop Culture Yearbook podcast for a trivia-packed crossover episode!  First up: we play Celebrity Jeopardy – 70s Vs 80s Edition. The three Pop Culture Yearbook hosts step into the game show spotlight to field questions about classic TV game shows, celebrities, and sports. Who’s got the brains, and who just presses the buzzer the...

We kick things off by talking about the great Bruce mix-ups—why Rick Springfield and John Cafferty often got confused for The Boss himself. The main event:  Born to Run  turns 50, so we line it up against the juggernaut  Born in the USA  and go track-for-track to see which album truly rocks harder. Finally, Spunky gives Wolfman everyday problems, and Wolfman tries to solve them...

Mean Mark from the Or Is It? Podcast joins us for a super-powered discussion to decide once and for all: which Superman is our favorite? From Christopher Reeve’s iconic charm to modern takes in film and TV, we weigh the capes, the charisma, and the Kryptonite. In our second segment, we celebrate our 5th anniversary by unveiling our list of the Top 5 Superman songs —spanning decades and a few surpr...

In this episode of "The 70s Vs The 80s," we dive into the world of concept albums, exploring two iconic examples that defined their respective decades. We'll discuss a stripped-down 1970s album that catapulted one artist to superstardom and a highly produced 1980s concept album that ultimately led to the breakup of a mega group. *Segment 1: KISS Face* Before we dive into concept albums, we kick of...

This special Flash-Cast episode is dedicated to the larger-than-life legacy of Hulk Hogan.  We’re joined by longtime wrestling mega-fan Derek to pay tribute to The Immortal One and reflect on what made Hulkamania run wild through the 1980s and beyond. Was Hulk Hogan the single most important figure in the history of pro wrestling? Did his legendary body slam of Andre the Giant in 1987 at Wres...

Here’s a punchy and fitting episode description for your flash cast: Flash Cast: The Stories & Music of Ozzy Osbourne In this special flash cast memorial, we pay tribute to the legendary Ozzy Osbourne—the Prince of Darkness whose music, antics, and larger-than-life persona defined generations of rock fans. Gaspar from The Hoodrat Recap joins us to share his memories of seeing Ozzy live at his...