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Desperately Seeking: Madonna's Punk Roots with Laura Jane Grace and Susan Seidelman Sep 27, 2024

Madonna is punk. Yes, let's discuss. Join Lyndsey Parker as she chats about Madonna's rise from the NYC Punk Underground to pop superstardom and her start in Hollywood with Desperately Seeking Susan director Susan Seidelman and singer/songwriter Laura Jane Grace (Against Me!, Laura Jane Grace & The Mississippi Medicals).

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Hard Rock on the Sunset Strip (Part 2) with Rikki Rockett (Poison) & Tracii Guns (L.A. Guns) Sep 28, 2023

Rikki Rockett (Poison) and Tracii Guns (L.A.Guns) are back with host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) to reminisce about the hard rock scene in Los Angeles. In Part 2 of discussing the Hollywood's Sunset Strip: The Whiskey a Go Go, Rock Band images, the un-sung bands of the era and more.

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Totally 80s The Podcast on WMX Pop (Channel 1123) on Roku’s Live TV Sep 27, 2023

Starting Friday, September 29 you can watch Totally 80's The Podcast on Roku! Join the party as we take the greatest decade ever on WMX Pop (Channel 1123).

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Hard Rock on the Sunset Strip (Part 1) with Rikki Rockett (Poison) & Tracii Guns (L.A. Guns) Sep 14, 2023

We go back to the heyday of Hollywood's Sunset Strip and the music that come out of the "boulevard of broken dreams." In Part 1, Rikki Rockett (Poison) and Tracii Guns (L.A.Guns) join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) to reminisce about the scene in Los Angeles - auditioning guitarists (Slash!), the flyer wars, the parking lot at the Rainbow and more.

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The Legacy of George Michael (Part 2) with Simon Napier-Bell Aug 31, 2023

Music manager, author and film-maker Simon Napier-Bell rejoins host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) as we continue our discussion into one of the most important artists of the '80s - the late great George Michael.

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The Legacy of George Michael (Part 1) with Simon Napier-Bell Aug 17, 2023

A deep dive into one of the most important artists of the '80s - the late great George Michael. Music manager, author and film-maker Simon Napier-Bell joins host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) to share anecdotes about Wham!, directing the documentary “The Real George Michael” and the importance of George’s legacy.

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Teen Idols (Part 2) with Debbie Gibson Jul 20, 2023

This one and only Debbie Gibson rejoins host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) to continue the discussion on teen idols like Molly Ringwald and the "Coreys," movies like "The Outsiders," songwriting, the potential relaunch of the Electric Youth perfume and more.

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Teen Idols (Part 1) with Debbie Gibson Jul 06, 2023

We're going back to a magical time when the scent of electric youth was wafting in the air and when a bunch of young fresh faces took over the airways and pop culture in general. This week we are discussing teen idols with the one and only Debbie Gibson joining host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) to discuss her career, Star Search, fashion, and the '80s pop scene (like New Kids on the Block, The Jets, Tiffany, Menudo and more).

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Rock Goddesses with Ann Wilson (Heart) & Terri Nunn (Berlin) Jun 22, 2023

Role models, rebels, and rock goddesses. Music icons and legends Ann Wilson (Heart) and Terri Nunn (Berlin) join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) to discuss their careers and all things bad a** women in rock and pop.

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Synth-Pop (Part 2) with guests Martyn Ware (Human League and Heaven 17) & Richard Evans Jun 08, 2023

In Part 2, we continue the discussion on the golden age of electronic pop in a deeper dive on bands and synthesizers with host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) and guests musician, arranger, composer, record producer and founding member of Human League and Heaven17, Martyn Ware and author of "Listening to the Music the Machines Make: Inventing Electronic Pop (1978-1983)," Richard Evans.

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Synth-Pop (Part 1) with guests Martyn Ware (Human League and Heaven 17) & Richard Evans May 25, 2023

When we think of the quintessential music of the '80s, we think of the sound of synthesizers. It's the music that sounded like the future then and years later it sounds like it now. In Part 1, join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) and this week's guests musician, arranger, composer, record producer and founding member of Human League and Heaven 17, Martyn Ware and author of "Listening to the Music the Machines Make: Inventing Electronic Pop (1978-1983)," Richard Evans, as they discuss the golden age of electronic pop.

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Power Ballads of the '80s (Part 2) with David Coverdale (Whitesnake) May 12, 2023

It was a topic so "powerful" we had to split this episode into two parts! In Part 2, a discussion on Rock of Ages, diva covers, music videos and more with host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) continuing the conversation on all things Power Ballads with the voice behind several of Rock's iconic ones, guest David Coverdale (Whitesnake).

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Power Ballads of the '80s (Part 1) with David Coverdale (Whitesnake) Apr 27, 2023

What makes a power ballad? The conversation on the subject was so "powerful" we had to split this episode into two parts! Listen in on Part 1 as host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) discusses Whitesnake, Def Leppard, Guns N' Roses, Tina Turner (yes Tina Turner) and more with the voice behind several of Rock's iconic Power Ballads of the '80's (or any decade really), guest David Coverdale (Whitesnake).

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'80s Rock and Pop Magazines with DaveDiMartino and Lori Majewski Apr 13, 2023

We're talking Pop and Rock Magazines! You know those Waldenbooks Newsstand classics you had to stock up on like Creem, YM, Sassy, Smash Hits and Tiger Beat? Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) and guests, esteemed music journalists and authors Dave DiMartino (Creem Editor in Chief 1979-1986) and Lori Majewski (Teen People co-founder), as they discuss all things '80s magazines: the artist access, the covers, the captions, the publicists and more.

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'80s Standout Drummers (Part 2) with Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers) and Kenny Aronoff Mar 30, 2023

We're not done talking drummers! There was so much to cover that we broke this discussion into two parts! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) as she welcomes back legendary drummers Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers) and Kenny Aronoff to talk the best and the most underrated drummers of the '80s decade, their thoughts on drumming and singing at the same time and The Muppet Show's Animal and his place in the pantheon.

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'80s Standout Drummers (Part 1) with Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers) and Kenny Aronoff Mar 16, 2023

Rolling Stone have a list of the greatest drummers and we have ours from the '80s to discuss this week; names like Alex Van Halen, Tommy Lee, Stewart Copeland and more. Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) as she welcomes legendary drummers Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers) and Kenny Aronoff into the first part of a two part discussion on the best and the most underrated drummers of the '80s decade.

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"Rebel Soul": An ‘80s Conversation with Bebe Buell Feb 23, 2023

It's all about musings and music this week as host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) welcomes IT girl, icon, model and musician, special guest Bebe Buell. The author of a recently released 2nd memoir "Rebel Soul," Bebe has enough fascinating tales about 80's Rock & Roll for a whole episode on her own. Join us as she discusses dinner etiquette with Bryan Ferry, being produced by Ric Ocasek (The Cars), Stiv Bators (Dead Boys, Lord of the New Church), Elvis Costello, John Taylor (Duran Duran) & being the catalyst of Power Station plus more.

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Best Love Songs of the '80s with Kevin Cronin (REO Speedwagon) and Lisa Loeb Feb 09, 2023

Love is in the air! It is Valentine's season and whether you are looking for a favorite retro romantic soundtrack or spending Feb 14th listening to songs about the woes of love... we've got some song suggestions. Join in the love fest with host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) and this week's guests: the musician who wrote some of the biggest love songs of the '80s, REO Speedwagon's Kevin Cronin and true fellow '80s baby singer-songwriter and author Lisa Loeb.

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New Year, New You: '80s Fitness with Jake Steinfeld (Body By Jake) Jan 26, 2023

New year, new you! It's the 1st episode of 2023 and it's time to get physical. Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) and first "trainer to the stars," fitness icon and creator of Body by Jake, Jake Steinfeld, on a mental workout as they discuss how Steinfeld made physical fitness an occupation, his album Don’t Quit! (first original soundtrack to an exercise video) and the fitness trends of the 1980's.

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Best of 1982 with Alan Hunter and Jake Rudh Dec 22, 2022

We are coming to the end of 2022, but we’re going to party like it's 1982. This week we are covering one of the best years (if not the best) of the 80’s for music to close out the year. Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) and guests Alan Hunter (Original MTV VJ / Sirius XM 80’s on 8) and Jake Rudh (City Pages “Best Club DJ” in the Twin Cities / Host of Transmission on The Current) as they discuss their favorite albums and artists of 1982.

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Best Songwriters of the '80s with Sam Hollander and Justin Tranter Dec 08, 2022

This week we're talking about those people, often behind the scenes, who wrote the sonic hits of the 1980’s: The Songwriters. Joining host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Music Entertainment Editor) for this epic discussion are two superstar songwriters who probably have written your favorite songs from this current decade, Sam Hollander and Justin Tranter.

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Back to the Food Court: The '80s Mall Era with Margaret Cho & Moon Zappa Nov 24, 2022

We are going back in time to the era of conspicuous consumption. It was a time before planned obsolescence. It was when the hottest hangout was at the local food court between the Orange Julius and the Hot Dog on A Stick because the place to be - like it was totally at the mall. Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor) and very special guests Margaret Cho and Moon Zappa as they talk the long lost world of '80s malls.

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Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame: '80s Bands Getting Their Due with Gina Schock (The Go-Go's) & Lol Tolhurst (The Cure) Nov 10, 2022

They are in! This week's 2022 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees are the most 80's class ever. What other 80's artists deserve a nod? Who should get on the list in 2023? It's a discussion for the podcast "Hall Of Fame" as host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor) welcomes an expert panel of special guests, Rock Hall inductees themselves, Gina Schock of The Go-Go's and Lol Tolhurst of The Cure, to debate '80s artists finally getting their due. Like the t-shirt says, "it's about f***ing time."

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'80s Halloween: A Monster Sized Episode With Elvira, Bright Light Bright Light & MNDR Oct 27, 2022

It's spooky season and we have a monster sized episode to celebrate the freaky era that was the 1980's! The decadent decade that brought us such Haunted Halloween jams like "Thriller," "Ghostbusters," "Bela Lugosi's Dead," "Dead Man's Party," and many more. Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor) and special guests the Mistress of the Dark herself, Elvira, musician, DJ, and humanitarian Bright Light Bright Light and electro-pop recording artist, record producer and songwriter MNDRas they discuss this eerie time of year and their fright night favorites.

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The Transcendence Of Kate Bush (Part 2): BONUS EPISODE with guests Ann Powers & Ginny Lemon Oct 20, 2022

More Kate Bush! Dance? Peter Gabriel? Color Healing? Music Videos? Listen as Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor) continues the discussion on Kate's discography and legacy, joined once again with author and NPR music critic Ann Powers and rising recording artist and icon from Ru Paul's Drag Race Ginny Lemon.

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The Transcendence of Kate Bush (Part 1) with guests Ann Powers and Ginny Lemon Oct 13, 2022

37 years in the making - the hottest artist of 2022 is Kate Bush. In a resurgence tied to the Netflix show Stranger Things, Kate’s 1985 single "Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)" set all sorts of chart records. But there is much, much, much more to Kate Bush than this hit song. Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor) as she takes a deep dive into Kate's discography and legacy with author and NPR music critic Ann Powers and rising recording artist and icon from Ru Paul's Drag Race Ginny Lemon.

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Comebacks of the 80s Part Two with special guest Michael Des Barres! Oct 28, 2021

Cher! Nile Rodgers! The Monkees! Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) as they continue their chat about the biggest comeback stories of the 80s with their special guest, the king of reinvention, musician/actor/all around rock star Michael Des Barres!

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Comebacks of the 80s Part One with special guest Michael Des Barres! Oct 14, 2021

Tina Turner! Nile Rodgers! New Order! Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) as they discuss the biggest comeback stories of the 80s with their special guest, the king of reinvention, musician/actor/all around rock star Michael Des Barres!

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Power Pop of the 80s - Part Two Sep 16, 2021

Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) welcome back author, musician and podcaster Paul Myers (Record Store Day Podcast, Go All The Way: A Literary Appreciation of Power Pop) as they continue their deep dive into Power Pop, shining a spotlight not only on the genre in the US, but in the UK, Australia and New Zealand.

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Power Pop of the 80s – Part One Sep 02, 2021

Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) as they welcome author, musician and podcaster Paul Myers (Record Store Day Podcast, Go All The Way: A Literary Appreciation of Power Pop) for a deep dive into Power Pop – what is it, who were the greatest and who should have been!

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College Rock of the 80s, Part Two Aug 19, 2021

Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) as they welcome back music journalist and REM liner notes writer Annie Zaleski to continue their remembrance of when the left of the dial was the place to be.

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College Rock of the 80s, Part One Aug 05, 2021

Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) as they welcome back music journalist and REM liner notes writer Annie Zaleski for a deep dive in the original "alternative rock" - college rock of the 80s!

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Yacht Rock of the 80s Part Two Jul 22, 2021

Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) as they welcome guests Mara Kuge (Soft Rock Sunday) and Steve Huey (Yacht Rock the web series) as they continue their deep dive into Yacht Rock and what qualifies, and what doesn't! See if you agree!

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Yacht Rock of the 80s Part 1 Jul 08, 2021

Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) as they welcome guests Mara Kuge (Soft Rock Sunday) and Steve Huey (Yacht Rock the web series) to set sail on all things Yacht Rock - what qualifies as Yacht Rock and why is it seeing a resurgence? Find out!

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Going deep with Duran Duran RIO with guest Annie Zaleski – Part Two Jun 24, 2021

Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) as they welcome back Annie Zaleski, the author of the new 33 1/3 book to their deep dive into RIO!

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Going deep with Duran Duran RIO with guest Annie Zaleski - Part One Jun 10, 2021

Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) as they welcome Annie Zaleski, the author of the new 33 1/3 book to talk about all things RIO! We go deep on this Duran Duran classic and learn things we never knew.

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Prince Proteges Part 2 May 20, 2021

Sheena Easton, Sheila E, Carmen Electra and...Kim Basinger?! Our deep dive into Prince's proteges continues! And joining us to talk is a returning guest to Totally 80s, Scott T. Sterling! Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) for the fun!

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Prince Proteges Part 1 May 06, 2021

The Time. Sheila E. Sheena Easton? Vanity 6. Appolonia 6! What do these names all have in common? It's not too tough to guess, they were all Prince proteges in the 80s. And joining us to talk is a returning guest to Totally 80s, Scott T. Sterling! Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) for the fun!

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The Smiths with special guest SHOPLIFTERS OF THE WORLD director Stephen Kijak Apr 15, 2021

Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes as they welcome the director of the new Smiths-inspired film SHOPLIFTERS OF THE WORLD, Stephen Kijak to talk all things Smiths!

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The Music of 1981 Part Two Apr 01, 2021

We continue our celebration of 40 years since all the great music of 1981! Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes as they welcome music journalist Scott T. Sterling (Billboard, Rolling Stone, NPR, Vibe) to continue their deep dive into all the great music of this landmark year.

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The Music of 1981 Part One Mar 18, 2021

Believe it or not, it’s been 40 years since Duran Duran, Journey, Spandau Ballet, Depeche Mode and many others made their debuts, all in 1981. Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes as they welcome music journalist Scott T. Sterling (Billboard, Rolling Stone, NPR, Vibe) to do a deep dive into all the great music of this landmark year.

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The New Monkees reunion with guests Dino, Marty, Jared & Larry, the New Monkees! Feb 18, 2021

1986 saw the resurgence of The Monkees, thanks to MTV - so why can't lightning strike twice? The word went out for open auditions for the New Monkees and four brave lads answered the call. Join Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes as they welcome the cast of the New Monkees and find out how they handled the fan backlash, what went wrong and what they feel went right (Spoiler Alert: the music!).

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David Bowie in the 80s Part Two with guest Rob Sheffield Jan 28, 2021

Step into the Labyrinth as host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes welcome back music journalist and author Rob Sheffield to talk about the highs and lows of David Bowie in the 80s, including Iggy Pop's BLAH BLAH BLAH and Tin Machine!

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David Bowie in the 80s - Part One Jan 14, 2021

The Thin White Duke steps aside to welcome back Major Tom, Screaming Lord Byron and...Tin Machine! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes as they welcome music journalist and author Rob Sheffield to talk about the highs and lows of David Bowie in the 80s.

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A Totally 80s Christmas - Part Two Dec 17, 2020

Hall & Oates (especially Oates)! MTV's annual Christmas videos! Pretenders! Even Spinal Tap! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes as they discuss more of their favorite Christmas hits of the 80s!

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A Totally 80s Christmas - Part One! Dec 03, 2020

Band Aid! The Waitresses! Wham! The Pogues! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and John Hughes as they discuss their favorite Christmas hits of the 80s!

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'80s Divas Part Three with special guest Bright Light Bright Light Nov 12, 2020

Pat Benatar! Cher! Jody Watley! Kate Bush and many more! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and her special guest, musician Bright Light Bright Light as they finish their dish on all the greatest ladies of the 80s!

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'80s Divas Part Two with special guest Bright Light Bright Light Oct 29, 2020

Our deep dive dish into the divas of the 80s continues as we discuss Janet, Whitney, Annie and more! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and her special guest, musician Bright Light Bright Light as they dish on all the greatest ladies of the 80s!

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80s Divas Part One with special guest Bright Light Bright Light! Oct 15, 2020

Cyndi Lauper! Kylie Minogue! Paula Abdul! And of course, Madonna! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and her special guest, musician Bright Light Bright Light as they dish on all the greatest ladies of the 80s!

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Novelty Songs of the 80s Part 2 with guest Jake Fogelnest Oct 01, 2020

Eddie Murphy! Moon Unit Zappa! Julie Brown! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and her special guest, comedy writer Jake Fogelnest as they continue their conversation about the golden era of novelty songs, the 80s!

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Novelty Songs of the 80s - Part One Sep 17, 2020

"Weird Al" Yankovic! Pac Man Fever! Shaddap You Face! The Super Bowl Shuffle! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and her special guest, comedy writer Jake Fogelnest as they recall the golden era of novelty songs, the 80s!

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Rap and Hip-Hop in the 80s Part Two Sep 03, 2020

From the Fresh Prince and Young MC to Public Enemy and NWA, 80s hip-hop ran a gamut of stylistic shifts. Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and her special guest, A&R rep Darone Bowers as they remember rap's impact on the music of the 80s.

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Rap and Hip-Hop in the 80s Aug 20, 2020

Run DMC! LL Cool J! Kurtis Blow! Beastie Boys! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and her special guest, A&R rep Darone Bowers as they remember rap's impact on the music of the 80s.

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The Cure with special guest Jennie Vee Aug 06, 2020

Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and her special guest, songwriter and musician Jennie Vee (Eagles of Death Metal, Courtney Love band), the winner of Sassy Magazine’s Biggest Cure Fan Contest (true!). Hear that legendary story and more memories about Robert Smith and The Cure.

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Fake Bands of the 80s Jul 23, 2020

Spinal Tap! Bad News! The Dregs of Humanity! The infamous "punk" episodes of CHiPs and Quincy! Even the New Monkees! This week, join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and the other John Hughes as they talk about their favorite fake bands of the 80s.

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Musician guest spots on TV shows of the 80s Jul 09, 2020

DEVO on Square Pegs! Boy George on the A-Team! The B-52s on The Guiding Light! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) and the other John Hughes as they talk about their favorite 80s TV guest spots by musicians.

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Pride Month special with Book of Love's Ted Ottaviano! Jun 25, 2020

Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) as she welcomes Ted Ottaviano from synthpop band Book of Love and the other John Hughes to talk about LGBTQ music and musicians who helped shape the music of the decade.

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Music on TV in the 80s Part Two Jun 11, 2020

Night Flight! Friday Night Videos! Puttin' on the Hits! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) as she is joined by Rachel Lichtman ("Network 77") and the other John Hughes for more talk about all the music television shows of the 80s that weren't MTV.

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Music on TV in the 80s May 20, 2020

Solid Gold! The Midnight Special! MV3! Fridays! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) as she is joined by Rachel Lichtman ("Network 77") and the other John Hughes to talk about all the music television shows of the 80s that weren't MTV.

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80s Fashion with guest Margaret Cho! May 07, 2020

Host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) is joined by Margaret Cho ("I'm The One That I Want", "Drop Dead Diva", "The Masked Singer" and The Margaret Cho) and the other John Hughes to talk about all the fashion trends of the 80s. From gender bending to Madonna-bes, New Romantics to Hair Metal, we cover it all!

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Feeling Charitable - Band Aid, Live Aid & more with guest Jake Fogelnest! Apr 23, 2020

Host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume Host) is joined by Jake Fogelnest ("Billy on the Street", "Difficult People", The Fogelnest Files) and the other John Hughes to talk about all the huge charity events of the 80s. From Band Aid to Hands Across America, we cover them all - the good, the bad and the whaaa?

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All things Duran Duran with guest Sam Hollander Apr 09, 2020

No! No! Notorious! Join host Lyndsey Parker (SiriusXM Volume/Yahoo Entertainment) as she and special guests Sam Hollander (writer/producer for Fitz & The Tantrums, Weezer, Panic! At The Disco) and John Hughes (Rhino Records) talk about being hardcore Durannies. Favorite albums? Best tracks? Underrated gems? It's all here, so join us as we make patterns rhyme and talk Duran Duran!

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One-Hit Wonders of the 80s with guest Sam Hollander Mar 26, 2020

Devo! Dexys Midnight Runners! a-ha? OXO? Who are your favorite one-hit wonders from the decade, and which acts have gotten this tag unfairly? Mega-hit songwriter Sam Hollander joins host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment/SiriusXM Volume) and John Hughes to break it down.

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Goth Talk - Death Rock and Goth music in the 80s Mar 12, 2020

Death Rock, Darkwave, Goth - whatever you want to call it, we're talking about it this week! Siouxsie! Bauhuas! The Cure and more all come up. Join us...if you dare!

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Early MTV: Your First Time with guest Adam Schlesinger Feb 27, 2020

Do you remember your first time? Special guest Adam Schlesinger (Fountains of Wayne, Ivy, "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend" joins host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment/Sirius XM Volume) to talk about the early, formative days of MTV - the videos, the commercials, and the impact it had on 80s kids and pop culture.

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Movie Musicals and Soundtracks of the 80s Feb 13, 2020

Xanadu! Footloose! Flashdance! Grease 2! The Apple?!? Host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment/SiriusXM Volume) talks movie musicals and the iconic soundtracks that shaped the decade.

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Hair Metal of the 80s! Jan 30, 2020

This week, we take grab our Aqua Net, studded leather wrist bands and zebra-striped bandanas and rock out with our favorite hair metal bands! Host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor/SiriusXM Volume) shouts at the devil and chats about Poison, LA Guns, Motley Crüe, Ratt and much more. Who's still credible and who's just plain fun? Listen and tell us!

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Fun with the Cold War, Paranoia and Anxiety! Jan 16, 2020

Everybody's got a bomb, we could all die any day...so let's dance! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor and SiriusXM Volume Host) as we talk about how the music of the 80s put the anxiety of the time to a dance beat. Nena, Men At Work, Prince, and many more join the party at Ground Zero.

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All things Madonna! Jan 02, 2020

This week, the focus is on the undisputed Queen of Pop, the Material Girl herself, Madonna. We explore the good, the bad and everything in-between, from her early days in the NYC music scene, to her triumphant turn in "Desperately Seeking Susan", the glory of "Like A Prayer" and more obscure gems like..."Gambler"?? Host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor and SiriusXM Volume Host) is your guide to all things Madonna.

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When Old Artists Went New Wave! Dec 16, 2019

Transitioning to the MTV era was tough for some artists from the 1970s , but others went all in, going full New Wave. Hear who pulled it off and who didn't quite hit the bullseye, including Alice Cooper, the Steve Miller Band, Lindsey Buckingham and...the Village People! Geek out down the New Wave rabbit hole with host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor and SiriusXM Volume Host).

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