Join me as we board a time machine and travel back to the retro pop culture of the 1980s, 1990s and early 2000s! On each episode, I take a deep dive into the backstory behind topics such as music, tv shows, movies, technology, regrettable fashions, and events from this unique period of time. This show is inspired by and dedicated to the memory of my older sister, Rebecca who I lost tragically in 2019. I want to learn the back story, the story behind the story, the hidden secrets, and fun facts…
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Send us Fan Mail Thank you for tuning in! On today's episode, I am joined by 3rd-time guest, author and pop culture expert, Mr. Chris Morgan. In this episode, we discuss our top 5 "hot takes" on 90s pop culture. We did not share our lists until we recorded the episode, and I think you will find our perspectives interesting, unexpected, and hilarious! Here are a few places where you can find Chris:…
Send us Fan Mail Thank you for tuning in! On this episode of the podcast, I am joined by Dan Loosen, the co-founder of the Midwest Gaming Classic. The MGC is an annual event where tens of thousands of passionate game and gaming lovers join together for a meaningful trade show of sorts focused on video games and gaming, both from decades past and games we may see in the future. It was a very…
Send us Fan Mail Thank you for tuning in! On today's episode, we are discussing an infamous comic strip character who had a profound impact on my life, and that would be Dennis the Menace! Join me as we look back to his first appearance in newspapers in 1951, and all of the incarnations we've experienced over the last 75 years. In this episode, I mentioned my appearance on another fellow Pop…
Send us Fan Mail Hello, and thank you for tuning in! On today's episode, I am bringing you with me to my conversation with Chad & Cristina of the His and Hers Gen X podcast. We chatted about Calvin & Hobbes, discussing the popularity of the comic, the unique artist and writer behind it, and so much more! Here are some places where you can find the podcast and the super kind co-hosts! Here is a…
Send us Fan Mail Thank you for tuning in! On today's show, we are taking a look back at some questionable toys, primarily from the 1980s and 1990s, with a special addition from the 1950s. All of them have one bizarre characteristic in common - they all wet themselves. I was equal parts fascinated and horrified to learn and re-learn about some of these toys, including, but not limited to, Betsy…
Send us Fan Mail Thank you for tuning in! In today's episode, I am joined by John Abendshein, author of "Home But Alone No More: A Memoir From the Owner of the House That Made Movie History." John lived in the famous "Home Alone" house before, during, and after the filming of the holiday classic. In his book, he shares how this came about, the aftermath following the film's release, and why this…
Send us Fan Mail Thank you for tuning in! On today's episode, I am joined once again by Jason Lady , a talented author, certified Gen X'er, and nostalgia nerd much like myself! In this episode, we take a look at our top 10 favorite tv commercial jingles, which we remember fondly from our childhoods, growing up in the '80s and '90s. I created a playlist on YouTube of our favorite jingles, you can…
Send us Fan Mail Thank you for tuning in! On today's episode, we are taking a look back at some infamous music videos from the 1980s and 1990s that feature warehouses and scaffolding as the setting. I realize this episode is a bit niche, but I think you will appreciate the focus on some memorable music videos. This episode is marked as explicit because I quote a few lyrics from Queen Latifah's…
Send us Fan Mail Thank you for tuning in! Welcome back! After a summer hiatus due to my crazy schedule, we are back! On today's show, we will be talking about Shel Silverstein, the beloved author, songwriter, playwright, and frequent visitor to the Playboy Mansion (I'm not kidding!). You will learn how Silverstein persevered through a tough childhood and became a revered children's author and…
Send us Fan Mail Thank you for tuning in! On today's show we are taking a look back at 5 YEARS of pop culture memories. I launched this podcast on May 24, 2020 and I cannot believe that 5 years has just flown by! We will take a look back at funny moments from the show, popular episodes, listener comments, and more! Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey, we're just getting started!…