Back to the 80s Radio

Back to the 80s Radio

This week on Back to the 80s Radio, we’re turning up the volume on ’80s bands covering other artists’ songs—iconic tracks, forgotten gems, and surprising twists that the 80s made their own. Toscano and Chang are both in the studio, bringing the laughs, ridiculous banter, and over–the–top comedy skits you’ve come to expect. It’s cover songs, 80s style—bigger, louder, and way more fun. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/back-to-the-80s-radio--5883226/support.

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June 29, 2026 64 mins
The Battle for 1983 rages on! This week on Back to the 80s Radio, it's Toscano vs. the infamous Chang in another round of musical mayhem. From Dio and Phil Collins to Men at Work, Michael Jackson, and more, we're defending the artists that made 1983 unforgettable.

Expect hilarious banter, questionable opinions (mostly Chang's), friendly insults, and enough 80s memories to take you straight back to your Walkman days. Don't mi...
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Back to the 80s Radio presents: Battle of the Bands — 1986.

This week, Toscano and Chang go head-to-head in an all-out 1986 music showdown featuring some of the biggest rock, pop, New Wave, and alternative songs of the year.

Three rounds.
Three bands each.
Three songs per battle.

From massive arena anthems and synth-driven classics to songs that instantly take you back to cruising on a Friday night ...
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Step into the year of big hair, bigger hits, neon nights, arcade lights, and some of the most unforgettable moments of the decade! This week, Toscano & Chang take you on a ride straight back to 1986 — a year when MTV ruled the world, movie theaters were packed, comedians pushed the limits, and the soundtrack of our lives blasted through boom boxes and FM radios everywhere.

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March 19, 2026 57 mins
This week on Back to the 80s Radio, we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the way it felt back then—simple, social, and unforgettable. We’re counting down our top five 80s-inspired St. Patrick’s Day activities and drinks, taking you back to a time when the night was planned around great music, good company, and just enough mischief to make it memorable.

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Back to the 80s Radio Presents: One Vision of Queen feat. Marc Martel – Live in Los Angeles This week on Back to the 80s Radio, we spotlight one of the most spectacular Queen tribute productions touring today — One Vision of Queen featuring Marc Martel. Marc Martel has been praised by The New York Times as a “vocal doppelganger for Queen frontman Freddie Mercury,” and Rolling Stone calls his vocal resemblanc...
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    This week on Back to the 80s Radio, it’s just Toscano — and a deep dive into what made the 80s more than just a decade. It was the experience. Walking into Blockbuster.
    Spending an hour in the mall. Getting lost with a Thomas Guide on your lap.

    Choosing a VHS tape and committing to the night. In a world built on convenience, we revisit a time built on participation. If you’ve ever missed the ritual,...
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    Your support helps sustain the time, care, and craft that go into each episode and allows the show to continue creating a space where music, memory, and meaningful connection still matter.
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    Today on Back to the 80s Radio, today’s show is a little different. It’s just me behind the mic—no co-host, no banter—just a moment to slow down and revisit one of the most powerful songs the 1980s ever gave us: We Are the World.

    This wasn’t just a song. It was a moment in time. In 1985, the biggest voices in music came together—not for fame, not for charts—but to remind the world th...
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    Back to the 80s Radio: When Radio Was a Friend, Not an Algorithm. What if the thing we miss most about the 1980s isn’t just the music — but the way we lived? In this episode of Back to the 80s Radio, Toscano takes you back to a time when radio wasn’t background noise; it was a companion. When songs arrived, instead of being demanded. When moments had space to unfold, when freedom and experience mattered more than ...
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    This week on Back to the 80s Radio, Toscano & Chang crank up the 80s cover tunes—the hits you know, redone the 80s way. Expect loud guitars, louder opinions, nonstop laughs, and ridiculous studio skits as we spin the songs you forgot were covers.

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    In this special edition of Back to the 80s Radio, host Toscano steps out from behind the console and takes you on a deeply personal journey through the decade that defined him.

    It’s the story of growing up in Southern California in the 1980s—the sounds, the streets, and the song that changed everything: U2’s “Where the Streets Have No Name.” More than a memory, it’s a look back at how musi...
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    Back to the 80s Radio is back with a powerful comeback episode that’s more than nostalgia — it’s the closest thing we have to a real time machine. For 30 minutes, step inside the sound of Los Angeles radio in the 1980s. Hear authentic broadcasts from Power 106 in 1987 and KIIS FM in 1989, complete with legendary personalities, commercials, traffic, and sports — exactly as they went out over the air.

    T...
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    "Gone But Not Forgotten: The Icons We Lost"

    This week, we turn down the lights and turn up the memories. Back to the 80s Radio pays tribute to the legends who defined our youth but left us too soon — the musicians, actors, entertainers, and cultural icons who gave us unforgettable moments, then faded into eternity.

    From the electrifying riffs of Randy Rhoads to the soulful echoes of Marvin Gaye… from the ...
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    March 25, 2025 25 mins
    Today on Back to the 80s Radio Show, Mario Toscano and The Chang take you on a journey through all the exciting new things coming your way! Get ready for some major announcements as they share updates about the future of the show, sneak peeks into upcoming episodes, and some fresh new ideas that will bring even more 80s magic to your speakers.

    Whether it’s classic glam metal, iconic pop hits, or new ways to connect wit...
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    January 11, 2025 89 mins
    Back to the 80s Radio - Special Guest: Eric Martin from Mr. Big!

    Get ready for an unforgettable episode of Back to the 80s Radio! Today, we’re turning the dial up to 11 as we welcome a true icon of 80s rock: Eric Martin, lead singer of the legendary band Mr. Big! From their chart-topping anthem "To Be With You" to electrifying rock ballads that still resonate today, Eric takes us on a journey through the golden era of ...
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    December 31, 2024 50 mins
    Toscano and Chang are back (finally!) to unwrap the mystery of why they've been MIA—it involves Santa, a sleigh, and some serious holiday drama.

    Join us as we jingle all the way down memory lane, reminiscing about the coolest (and weirdest) gifts of the 80s, holiday traditions, and more. It's never too late to feel festive, so grab some eggnog and crank up the nostalgia with your favorite 80s crew!

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    November 10, 2024 44 mins
    Show 1 of 2 - Today on Back to the 80s Radio, Toscano & Chang dive into a world where the unthinkable happened—what if certain iconic 80s things never existed? 

    From classic movies and music to trends that defined a generation, we'll explore how life might've been radically different without them.

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    November 4, 2024 35 mins
    From the blistering guitar solos to the outrageous fashion, this episode is a wild ride through one of the most iconic eras in music history. Join Toscano and Chang as they explore the bands that defined a generation, including Motley Crue, Poison, Def Leppard, and Guns N' Roses. 

    Hear the stories behind the hits, the controversies that shook the scene, and the unforgettable moments that made 80s rock and hair metal a c...
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    October 7, 2024 24 secs
    "Back to the 80s listeners in Latin America, we need your feedback! Would you like to hear this show in Spanish? Your opinion matters to us, so let us know if a Spanish version of our 80s journey is something you’d love to hear."

    "¡Radio oyentes de Back to the 80s en América Latina, España, y en cualquier parte del mundo donde se habla español, necesitamos su opinión! ¿Les gustaría escuchar este programa en español? Su...
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    October 7, 2024 30 secs
    "Thank you for being part of the Back to the 80s Radio journey! In this special message, we take a moment to show our appreciation for your support. If you’ve been enjoying the show, we’d love to hear from you! Leave a comment or review wherever you listen and help us keep the 80s spirit alive for more fans to discover."

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