Children of the 80s

Children of the 80s

Join Jim and Lindsay, a husabnd and wife team, who grew up in the awesome decade of the 80s, as they discuss movies, music, tv shows, pop culture, and all the other rad things that 1980-1989 brought us.

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June 11, 2025 78 mins
Big hair. Big synths. Bigger shoulder pads. We went to see Guardians of the Jukebox, the 80s tribute band that doesn't just play the hits-they time travel. In this episode, we relive the glory, review the show, and breakdown the full set list. If you've ever wanted to hear A-HA, Madonna, and Bon Jovi in the same nioght without rewinding a cassette, this episode's for you. 


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This episode originally aired in season 1. We're bringing it back this week by popular demand. 

It's a long one but a good one! Put on your cowboy hat and chaps and join us as we travel back to the bull ridin' days of Urban Cowboy and country crossover songs of the early 80s. Lindsay has all the feels and Jim maybe learns to tolerate country music just a little bit more as they count down their top 10 favs. 
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Jim and Lindsay are looking back at their first 100 episodes with a trip down memory lane. It’s the first-ever Children of the 80s clip show, packed with their favorite moments, epic throwbacks, and all the nostalgic vibes you love.
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May 21, 2025 58 mins
This week, we’re counting down the hits—but with a twist. These aren’t chart-toppers (though some definitely were); they’re songs from the 80s that feature the word "One" or the number 1 in the title. We explore the singles that made "one" the loneliest—and catchiest—number of the decade. Join us as we sing along, reminisce, and maybe even bend the rules a little.
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May 14, 2025 58 mins
Join Jim and Lindsay as they drift into the dreamlike soundscape of the 1980s, exploring songs that evoke sleep. From the haunting synths of Eurythmics' "Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)" to the romantic melodies of Dan Hartman's "I Can Dream About You," this episode delves into tracks that serenaded a generation into slumber. Get ready to revisit the nocturnal anthems that defined a decade. So, grab your Walkman, dim the lights, an...
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Jim and Lindsay are discussing random thoughts from tabs open in Lindsay's brain. We're all over the decade of the 80s. 
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April 30, 2025 100 mins
Jim and Lindsay are joined by friends Bob and Jason to discuss the 1983 comedy classic National Lampoon's Vacation. Join in on this trip as they celebrate the movie and Children of the 80s milestone...Episode 100! 
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April 23, 2025 103 mins
Jim and Lindsay are joined by Pop Culture Yearbook and Totally 80s and 90s Recall as they crown a winner in their 80s TV Theme Song Tournament. 
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Jim and Lindsay are joined again by friends from the Surely You Can't Be Serious podcast, Smokin' Sounds podcast and Spinning the Wheel podcast as they pick the next round of TV Theme Songs. 
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Jim and Lindsay are joined again by friends from the Surely You Can't Be Serious podcast, Smokin' Sounds podcast and Spinning the Wheel podcast as they pick the next round of TV Theme Songs. 
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Jim and Lindsay ponder who's to blame for the death of Apollo Creed. Take a listen, you may be surprised at some of the suspects. 
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April 2, 2025 60 mins
Jim breaks down the nominations and winners from the 1985 Oscars. Lindsay tags along while protesting. And the winner is.....Jim's improv song at the end of the episode! 
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Jim and Lindsay are at it again this time with Pop Culture Yearbook picking the next round of TV theme songs. Will your favorites advance to the Sweet Sixteen?!? 
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Jim and Lindsay are at it again this time with Pop Culture Yearbook picking the next round of TV theme songs. Will your favorites advance to the Sweet Sixteen?!? 
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Jim and Lindsay are at it again this time with Dave and Rob from Totally 80s and 90s Recall and Jason from the Dram Amateur podcast picking the next round of TV theme songs. Will your favorites advance to the Sweet Sixteen?!
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Jim and Lindsay are at it again this time with Dave and Rob from Totally 80s and 90s Recall and Jason from the Dram Amateur podcast picking the next round of TV theme songs. Will your favorites advance to the Sweet Sixteen?!
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March 12, 2025 73 mins
Join us as we place iconic 80s items into a time capsule for future generations. Will your favs be included? 
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Jim and Lindsay are joined by Justin from the Pop Culture Reflections Podcast, Shawn and Jess from Smokin' Sounds Podcast, and Jason from Dram Amateur Podcast to pick winners in Round One of the Wildcard Theme Song bracket. 
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Jim and Lindsay are joined by Justin from the Pop Culture Reflections Podcast, Shawn and Jess from Smokin' Sounds Podcast, and Jason from Dram Amateur Podcast to pick winners in Round One of the Wildcard Theme Song bracket. 
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February 26, 2025 31 mins
Jim and Lindsay are joined by Jason Colvin from Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast, John Reid from the 30something Podcast, and Def Dave from the Apples and Oranges Podcast to pick winners in round one in the 70s theme song bracket. 
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