
Totally 80s
The podcast totally devoted to the greatest decade ever – the 80s! Join host Lyndsey Parker (Yahoo Entertainment Music Editor) and special guests as they discuss the music, movies and pop culture of everyone’s favorite decade.
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Mar 18, 2021 • 48min
The Music of 1981 Part One
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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Feb 18, 2021 • 1h 7min
The New Monkees reunion with guests Dino, Marty, Jared & Larry, the New Monkees!
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!).Visit us at https://totally80s.com/Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Totally80s/Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/totally80s/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 28, 2021 • 39min
David Bowie in the 80s Part Two with guest Rob Sheffield
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!Visit us at https://totally80s.com/Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Totally80s/Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/totally80s/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 14, 2021 • 40min
David Bowie in the 80s - Part One
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.Visit us at https://totally80s.com/Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Totally80s/Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/totally80s/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 17, 2020 • 34min
A Totally 80s Christmas - Part Two
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! Visit us at https://totally80s.com/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Totally80s/ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/totally80s/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 3, 2020 • 35min
A Totally 80s Christmas - Part One!
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! Visit us at https://totally80s.com/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Totally80s/ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/totally80s/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 12, 2020 • 32min
'80s Divas Part Three with special guest Bright Light Bright Light
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! Visit us at https://totally80s.com/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Totally80s/ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/totally80s/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 29, 2020 • 27min
'80s Divas Part Two with special guest Bright Light Bright Light
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!Visit us at https://totally80s.com/Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Totally80s/Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/totally80s/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 15, 2020 • 36min
80s Divas Part One with special guest Bright Light Bright Light!
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!Visit us at https://totally80s.com/Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Totally80s/Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/totally80s/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 1, 2020 • 43min
Novelty Songs of the 80s Part 2 with guest Jake Fogelnest
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! Visit us at https://totally80s.com/ Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Totally80s/ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/totally80s/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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