Everything 80s

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The Great Muppet Caper: Was This Jim Henson's Best Work? Sep 23, 2020

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Jim Henson has made a lot of beloved content, but was 1981's "The Great Muppet Caper" his very best? This is a look back on the only muppet movie Henson directed, the making of the movie, why it was set (and filmed) in England, and a bunch of great behind-the-scenes things.

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How the Boombox Forever Changed Music Sep 16, 2020

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The boombox, or Ghetto Blaster, was a symbolic part of the 1980s. Not only was it a way to take a party everywhere you went, but it also gave rise to a new art form called Hip Hop. In this episode, we'll look at how the boombox gave rise to a new culture and allowed the sharing of creativity.

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Follow That Bird: Did Sesame Street Go too Far With This Movie? Sep 09, 2020

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Follow That Bird is a movie released by Sesame Street and Jim Henson Productions in 1985. It tells the story of Big Bird leaving Sesame Street to go live with other birds. Sounds pretty standard, doesn't it? The problem is, this film might have been a bit too much for kids with some intense themes that you wouldn't expect. We'll explore this whole subject, and also why it got crushed at the box office when it should have been a hit.

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The Astounding Success of Pac-Man Sep 02, 2020

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It can't be understated what a phenomenon Pac-Man was. This billion-dollar arcade game led to a massive amount of merchandise, along with the very first cartoon show based on a video game. We'll look at the success of the video game, the merchandising, and how this cartoon show was completely commerce-driven.

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The Surprisingly Interesting Story of Chicken McNuggets Aug 26, 2020

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In 1981, McDonald's introduced the world to one of the most popular fast food items ever: Chicken McNuggets. This is a look back on the item that caught McDonald's off guard and lead to a chicken shortage in North America. We'll also see how they were designed by a French chef, the questionable ingredients that went into them, and how McDonald's has had to alter them for today.

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The Rise & Fall of the Kodak Company Aug 19, 2020

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In the 80s, there was no bigger thrill than picking up your photos from the developer. Those days are long gone, but photography has moved into a new age. The Kodak company not only pioneered and advanced the industry—but they also changed it: and it's what led to their downfall. This is a look back on when Kodak ruled the world of pictures, and their failure to stay on top.

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Who Framed Roger Rabbit: A Movie That Could Never be Made Again Aug 12, 2020

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1988's "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" was a groundbreaking movie. Not only was it a technical marvel, commercial, and critical success, but an astonishing collaboration between studios. The number of character licenses and intellectual properties used in one film could never even be attempted today—but Steven Spielberg made it happen. This is a look back on the epic movie that also helped launch a new era in animation.

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The 21 Best TV Shows of the 80s Aug 05, 2020

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The 1980s were a Golden Age of Television, featuring some of the best sitcoms and dramas of all time. Because there were only three networks—and no other entertainment options—TV was king in the 80s. This is a countdown of the 21 best TV shows of the decade.

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An Interview With Brad Gilmore: Author of "Back From the Future" Jul 29, 2020

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It's the 35th anniversary of Back to the Future, and today on the podcast, I'm interviewing Brad Gilmore, author of "Back From the Future." We'll discuss his book, the movie, behind-the-scenes things, and whether they should ever even consider a sequel.

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Harry & the Hendersons Jul 22, 2020

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People have always been fascinated by Bigfoot, and we finally got to see one on the big screen in the 1980s. In Harry & the Hendersons, we got a more humanistic, light-hearted approach to the sasquatch. This is a look back on the beloved movie, the production, how the marketing failed, and the evolution into the TV show.

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