Everything 80s
Jamie Logie | 1980s Pop Culture & Nostalgia
Welcome to Everything 80s — the ultimate podcast for fans of 1980s pop culture and retro nostalgia.
Each week, we'll dive deep into the most iconic parts of the 1980s: unforgettable movies, legendary TV shows, classic toys, groundbreaking music, and the cultural moments that defined a generation.
From Back to the Future to The Breakfast Club, from Transformers and He-Man to MTV, Nintendo, and Michael Jackson — if it happened in the 80s, we're talking about it.
Whether you grew up in the 1980s or just love the retro vibe, Everything 80s is your time machine to a decade of innovation, color, and unforgettable fun. Perfect for fans of nostalgia, Gen X, and anyone who loves some good 'ol time travel...
Kids, you might not be ready for this yet--but your parents are gonna love it...
🎧 New episodes every Wednesday — hit follow and join the 1980s rewind.
Each week, we'll dive deep into the most iconic parts of the 1980s: unforgettable movies, legendary TV shows, classic toys, groundbreaking music, and the cultural moments that defined a generation.
From Back to the Future to The Breakfast Club, from Transformers and He-Man to MTV, Nintendo, and Michael Jackson — if it happened in the 80s, we're talking about it.
Whether you grew up in the 1980s or just love the retro vibe, Everything 80s is your time machine to a decade of innovation, color, and unforgettable fun. Perfect for fans of nostalgia, Gen X, and anyone who loves some good 'ol time travel...
Kids, you might not be ready for this yet--but your parents are gonna love it...
🎧 New episodes every Wednesday — hit follow and join the 1980s rewind.
Episodes
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Jan 7, 2026 • 39min
The Sega Master System in the Age of Nintendo
Explore the dynamic rivalry between Sega's Master System and Nintendo's NES in the post-crash gaming landscape. Discover how Sega's innovative design and high-tech image aimed to contrast with Nintendo's toy-like aesthetic. Dive into Sega's roots in arcades and their quest for a mascot with Alex Kidd. Uncover the challenges posed by Nintendo's strict licensing and the secret successes found in Europe and Brazil. With discussions on hardware advantages, market strategies, and pivotal partnerships, this journey through 80s gaming is a nostalgic treat!
Dec 31, 2025 • 32min
The Best of the 1980s in 2025
Welcome to the Everything 80s, year-in-review special. This is the episode where we look back at everything 80-related over the last 12 months. And, as usual, there was quite a bit. In this special, we look at several movies, songs, and people that turned 40 in 2025. We look at several 1980s movies that are getting reboots or sequels, some 1980s-based movies that hit the big screen, and the return--and final season--of the iconic show that's been like a love letter to the 80s. We also look at some notable people with connections to the 80s that we lost over the last year. And then I turn the show over to you to take a look at who you all are, where you're listening from, and your favorite episodes and 1980s topics from the last year. Gremlins movie review: Patreon.com/80s
Dec 24, 2025 • 32min
Rewind: 10 Classic 1980s TV Christmas Specials
Dive into the nostalgia of 1980s Christmas specials! Discover the cultural significance of network holiday programming and highlights like Ziggy's Gift, which won an Emmy. Revisit the hilarious antics of A Chipmunk Christmas and the classic Muppet Family Christmas. Marvel at Jim Henson's The Christmas Toy, which influenced Pixar, and enjoy the whimsical Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas. Did you know The Simpsons made their holiday debut with a bang? Relive the joy of these timeless gems that shaped our festive celebrations.
Dec 17, 2025 • 31min
Christmas in the 1980s
Welcome to the annual Everything 80s Christmas special! There really was nothing like the holiday season during the 1980s, and today, we'll take a look back at: The knock-off versions of some of the big toys of the 80s that began to appear on toy shelves A unique new holiday catalog that combined several iconic 1980s brands and TV shows The holiday versions of some of our favorite breakfast cereals A lesser-known, but unique TV Christmas special that combined two of the biggest network stars of the decade So, sit back, relax, and let's journey back to the holiday season during the 1980s Support the show and get bonus 1980s content: Patreon.com/80s
Dec 10, 2025 • 36min
The 1983 Cabbage Patch Kid Riots
What began as a simple doll sold at craft fairs in the 1970s soon became one of the biggest toy fads in history. After beggning their life as "doll babies," the soft and playable dolls went through some more changes before becoming the Cabbage Patch Kids. And their release in 1983 couldn't have been timed out better, as, coming out of the Great Video Game Crash, there was a return to simple, more traditional toys. But then something happened... The growing popularity, combined with a very short supply, led to one of the biggest toy crazes of all time. Heading into the holiday season of 1983, utter chaos emerged in retail, and toy stores everywhere... Bonus 1980s audio content: Patreon.com/80s
Dec 3, 2025 • 35min
How She-Ra Rocked the 1980s Toy Industry
She-Ra: Princess of Power wasn't just a He-Man spinoff, but a standalone character with her own persona, legacy, and mythology. She was a bold experiment by Mattel and Filmation to crack into multiple toy markets at the same time, while also growing the He-Man brand. From breaking the "Smurfette principle" to its unique introduction, She-Ra quickly became a defining 1980s brand. Today, we look back at the creation, launch, and success of what ended up being a relatively short-lived toy and 1980s cartoon that still managed to make a huge dent in 1980s pop culture. 50% off your first month on Patreon.com/80s: codeword: MARTY Give the gift of the 1980s: Patreon.com/80s/gift
Nov 26, 2025 • 41min
Projecting the 80s: The Story of Film Before Digital
Over the years, there's been a steady return to traditional media. From vinyl albums to 4K Blu-ray, people want to hold--and own--the content they love. There's also been a return to traditional film. Our digital, streaming age is incredible, but sometimes it can feel like something is missing. And if you're a fan of 1980s movies, that means seeing these films we love, the way they were meant to be seen. Traditional film, such as 35mm and 70mm, is making a comeback as real film provides a richer, more organic movie-watching experience compared to digital projection. To look deeper into this, I took a trip to an independent cinema to talk to a true film projectionist and learn about the movies we grew up watching, and the theatres we watched them in. The Hyland Cinema: hylandcinema.com The Everything 80s Movie Review Podcast: Patreon.com/80s
Nov 19, 2025 • 40min
The Legacy of Stranger Things
When it was released in the summer of 2016, not only did Stranger Things become a pop culture phenomenon, but it was also a true love letter to the 1980s. Today, we look back at the creation, success, and impact of an era-defining show that introduced 1980s culture to a whole new generation. In this episode, we'll look at: The struggles the Duffer brothers went through to get the show made The specific premise they used that combined two 1980s icons The real-life CIA experiments that led to the creation of Eleven The 1980s movies that influenced the show How Stranger Things became one of the crown jewels for Netflix How Stranger Things may have led to a resurgence of 1980s-based movies and TV shows The Everything 80s Movie Review Podcast: Patreon.com/80s
Nov 12, 2025 • 46min
Saved by the Bell: From Indiana to Bayside
It's time to head back to Bayside as we look at the creation, launch, and success of an era-defining show: Saved by the Bell. But the true origins of Saved by the Bell not only go back to 1986; it started as a completely different show. From there, the show went through many changes, including a new cast, bouncing from NBC to the Disney Channel, and then from prime time to its eventual home on Saturday mornings. However, back at this point in the 80s, the launch of a live-action show to air during Saturday morning cartoons was seen as a gigantic risk. Fortunately, a generation of kids who were growing up quickly soon fell in love with Zack, Kelly, Lisa, Jessie, Slater, and Screech. Get an ad-free, first look at brand new episodes: Patreon.com/80s
Nov 5, 2025 • 41min
The 20 Greatest TV Shows of the 1980s
Where do you even start when compiling a list of the greatest TV shows of the 1980s? Well, today, this won't come from my opinion but a combination of rankings by Variety, Rolling Stone, and the Writers Guild of America. By combining the expertise of staff, television actors, creators, showrunners, writers, directors, producers, and critics, these outlets have compiled their own lists of the 100 best TV shows of all time. I've gone through them and found 20 shows with connections to the 1980s, and in this episode, we'll look at those shows to see which ones are considered the very best of the decade. Support the show and get the first look at new episodes: Patreon.com/80s
