Totally 80s and 90s Recall

Strap in, gear up, and prepare for a bug hunt as Rob, Dave, and special guest Kurt dive into James Cameron’s 1986 powerhouse, Aliens. We’re breaking down the practical effects, the iconic Xenomorph Queen, and how this high-octane sequel redefined Ellen Ripley as the ultimate action hero

In this episode, we pit the legendary Phil Collins against his own band, Genesis, to determine who truly dominated the charts during the golden era of MTV. Join us as we break down the solo hits versus the stadium anthems to settle the ultimate 80s and early 90s rock debate

Rob and Dave are skipping the "usual suspects" to hunt for the deep cuts that truly fueled 80s movie magic without the help of a Billboard #1. Join them as they dig through the crates to build the ultimate Top 10 list of the best "non-hit" soundtrack anthems that defined a generation of cinema

Rob, Kurt, and Dave attempt to navigate the neon-lit alleys of John Carpenter’s most beautiful disaster to figure out how this supernatural fever dream became a cult masterpiece. It’s a deep dive into 80s practical effects, "six-demon bags," and whether the Pork-Chop Express is actually driven by the most incompetent action hero in cinema history

The 90s produced some of the greatest music in history, but picking just ten albums is a recipe for disaster. Join us for a heated debate as we rank the records that truly defined the decade.

Dust off the rhinestones, fire up the jukebox, turn on the neon lights, and tune up that ol’ steel guitar because Dave and Rob are picking their favorite 1980s country songs.

This week, Dave and Rob are your tour guides through heartbreak aisle. Dave and Rob count down their favorite tear stained classics. So turn the volume up and the lights down low because these songs do not whisper their sadness.

The week Dave and Rob rewind the tape to revisit the Billboard Hot 100 for the week of January 27th. They’ll revisit a chart that feels less like a list and more like a cultural snapshot. This week in 1986 will remind you of an era when songs didn’t just chart, they camped out in your head for months, becoming the soundtrack to daily life and the echoes that still follow us decades later.

From the groundbreaking production of Teddy Riley to the iconic fashion and moves it inspired, we’re digging into why this genre was the "Sound of Young Black America" in the late 80s and early 90s. We’ll discuss the massive hits, the "swing" rhythm that kept people moving, and why this sound continues to influence pop music today.

After weeks of debate and four grueling regions, the 80s Movie Bracket has reached its glorious endgame. Join Rob, Dave, Kurt and some special guests as we pit our region champions against each other in one final, heated showdown to crown the undisputed greatest movie of the 1980s.

Rob, Dave, and Kurt sit down to break down the 1990 blockbuster Home Alone. Join us as we revisit Kevin McCallister’s legendary trap-setting, debate the sheer brutality of the Wet Bandits' injuries, and discuss why this movie remains the definitive holiday classic of the 90s.

Rob Kurt and Dave are stepping into the chaotic world of Frank Cross to break down the 1988 cult classic Scrooged. We’re talking about Bill Murray’s legendary performance, the over-the-top 80s production, and why this cynical satire is the perfect alternative to your typical holiday movie.

The bracket enters its most explosive phase yet! Rob and Dave are joined by Jason and Dee from the Surely You Can’t Be Serious podcast to tear apart the Sci-Fi and Fantasy region, debating which 80s masterpieces deserve to advance to the Grand Finale and which ones are getting left in the warp zone.