Two Guys & the '80s™
25 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsWelcome to Two Guys and the '80s™ - The ultimate podcast for 80's lovers! Lifelong friends Greg Rivera and Tom Salta take you on a journey through some of their favorite memories discussing what it was like for them growing up in the 1980's. Travel back in time as they have lively discussions about everything from early Video Games to TV shows, Movies, Toys, Commercials, Pop Culture and everything in between enhanced with entertaining sound clips that will transport you back to your favorite decade. So go grab your bowl of Coco Puffs, put on your Walkman headphones, sit back and enjoy the ride!
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Episodes
S2E9: The One About 80s Pop Music with Greg Phillinganes
August 29, 2022 02:00 - 47 minutes - 77.9 MBWe’re back baby! And, boy do we have a treat for you. Join Greg and Tom in the latest episode of the Two Guys & the ‘80s podcast, The One About 80s Pop Music with special guest Greg Phillinganes. Greg is a musician that performed with some of the biggest stars in 80s pop music including Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder. So, grab your Walkmans, turn up the volume to 11, and listen to the show!
S2E8: The One About Indiana Jones
February 14, 2022 04:00 - 46 minutes - 63.3 MBAre you ready for an adventure? Join Greg and Tom in the latest episode of the Two Guys & the ‘80s, The One About Indiana Jones. So, grab your fedoras and whips and buckle up for a wild ride!
Halloween 2021 - The Visit
October 28, 2021 21:00 - 7 minutes - 10.4 MBCheck out a little Halloween treat we created...if you dare...we call it: “The Visit” - a Halloween story by Two Guys & the ‘80s...
S2E7: The One About 80s TV Commercials
August 02, 2021 03:00 - 49 minutes - 62.7 MBWe’re back baby! And you will not want to miss this one! Remember those amazing TV commercials we all grew up watching? Ever wonder who was behind those catchy jingles? Join Greg and Tom in the latest episode of the Two Guys & the ‘80s podcast along with their special guest (Marty O’Donnell) who composed some famous 80s TV commercial jingles. Oh, and he also happens to be the composer of the Halo video game theme song. You gotta check this one out!
S2E6: The One About 80s Comedy Films
June 22, 2021 02:00 - 59 minutes - 80.4 MBWe’re back baby! Join Greg and Tom as they each countdown their top 5 comedy films from the 80s in the latest episode of the Two Guys & the ‘80s podcast, The One About 80s Comedy Films. From Fletch to Vacation to Spaceballs and more. Tune in to learn if your favorites made their lists!
S2E5: The One About Star Wars with Christian Simpson
May 24, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 77.1 MBA long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...Two Guys & the ‘80s journey to the world of Star Wars! Join Greg and Tom as they enter hyperspace with their new friend and guest, Christian Simpson. Christian has a very deep, personal, and professional connection with Star Wars and brings some first hand, expert knowledge of the Star Wars films along with some incredible stories. So, strap on your blasters and buckle up for a wild ride through the Star Wars universe 80s-style!
S2E4: The One About Style and Fashion
May 10, 2021 03:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBWe’re back baby! This time arriving in style! And, that’s because this episode is all about the Style and Fashion of the 80s. From parachute pants to stone washed jeans to tube socks and everything in between -- tune in to hear Greg and Tom reminisce about the ridiculous outfits they left the house with and the style they were rockin’ at school dances. This one is sure to be memorable and hilarious, don’t miss it!
S2E3: The One About What's Happening!! with Ernest Lee Thomas
April 26, 2021 03:00 - 41 minutes - 50 MBWe’re back baby and this one is epic! We are joined by our second guest of the season in this episode - Ernest Lee Thomas, aka “Roger Thomas” or just “Raj” from What’s Happening!! Listen to Ernie, Greg, and Tom chat about Ernie’s early career, how he ended up on What’s Happening!!, hilarious stories about the cast, and their favorite episodes of this classic tv show. You will not want to miss this one!
S2E2: The One About Table Games
April 12, 2021 03:00 - 40 minutes - 53.3 MBWe’re back baby! Greg and Tom are back with the next episode of the Two Guys & the ‘80s podcast. In episode 2, they revisit their favorite tabletop games from the 80s and tell some hilarious stories. From Dark Tower to Monopoly to Clue to Operation and everything in between. Tune in to find out if your favorite game is discussed by the guys.
S2E1: The One About 80s R&B Music with Danny LeMelle
March 29, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 97.5 MBWe’re back baby! Greg and Tom are back with Season 2 of the Two Guys & the ‘80s podcast. In this first episode, they are joined by their guest (Danny LeMelle ) who was a big part of the 80s R&B music scene with incredible artists such as Rick James, New Edition, and Bobby Brown. Listen in to hear some hilarious stories from someone who was on tour with these music icons from the 80s. Then enjoy Greg and Tom reminisce about some of their favorite albums from the 80s.
S2E1 - The One About 80s R&B Music with Danny LeMelle
March 29, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 97.5 MBWe’re back baby! Greg and Tom are back with Season 2 of the Two Guys & the ‘80s podcast. In this first episode, they are joined by their guest (Danny LeMelle ) who was a big part of the 80s R&B music scene with incredible artists such as Rick James, New Edition, and Bobby Brown. Listen in to hear some hilarious stories from someone who was on tour with these music icons from the 80s. Then enjoy Greg and Tom reminisce about some of their favorite albums from the 80s.
Christmas 2020 Episode - The One About A Charlie Brown Christmas
December 10, 2020 11:00 - 26 minutes - 38.4 MBGreg and Tom are back for a brief Christmas special in between seasons. Enjoy this small gift as they discuss one of their favorite Christmas TV specials from the 80s: A Charlie Brown Christmas.
Halloween 2020 Episode - The One About It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown
October 19, 2020 02:00 - 26 minutes - 37.4 MBGreg and Tom are back for a special Halloween treat in between seasons. Join them as they discuss their favorite Halloween TV Special from the 80s: It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown.
Episode 10: The One About Primetime TV Shows
April 28, 2020 11:30 - 38 minutes - 56.6 MBNow available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Radio.com, Twitter and more -- in their final episode of season 1, Greg and Tom revisit the great primetime TV shows of the 80s. Remember The A-Team, Knight Rider, and Quantum Leap?...tune in to hear more! #80sprimetimetv #thea-team #quantumleap #knightrider
Episode 9: The New Years Special - LIVE!
January 28, 2020 03:00 - 32 minutes - 44 MBNow available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Radio.com, Twitter, and more -- Episode 9: The New Year's Special - LIVE! Greg and Tom record live from their New Year's Eve bash and recall celebrating the New Year back in the '80s. And, some surprise guests stop by to share some hilarious memories. You have heard many of these folks mentioned in previous episodes and now you get to hear from them directly! #newyearseve #dancingthenightaway #therifa #firstladies #friendsofthe80s
Episode 8: The Christmas Special
December 17, 2019 02:14 - 49 minutes - 68.2 MBJust in time for the holidays, Greg and Tom remember what is was like growing up in the 80s at Christmastime. TV specials, Christmas films, gifts, and Midnight Mass...they cover it all! Merry Christmas everyone!
Episode 7: The One About Junk Food
November 18, 2019 03:00 - 37 minutes - 55.5 MBAs the holiday season approaches, Greg and Tom revisit all the incredibly awesome, sugary, salty snacks and food many of us filled ourselves up on growing up in the '80s. Grab your favorite snack and listen along!
Episode 6: The One About Scary Movies
October 14, 2019 02:00 - 38 minutes - 56.9 MBJust in time for Halloween, this month Greg & Tom take a spooky trip back through their favorite horror films and what it was like growing up in the 80s at Halloween time. Enjoy...if you dare!
Episode 5: The One About 80s Sitcoms
September 16, 2019 02:00 - 39 minutes - 66.2 MBJust in time to kickoff the Fall TV season, this month Greg & Tom discuss their favorite 80s TV Sitcoms. Enjoy this trip back into 80s prime time TV!
Episode 4: The One About Cartoons
August 19, 2019 02:00 - 34 minutes - 55.1 MBGreg and Tom are back on the mics and this month they share their fond memories about their favorite cartoons from the '80s. So, grab your favorite bowl of cereal, hope onto the couch, and veg out to this month's episode!
Episode 3: The One About Toys - Part Deux
July 15, 2019 02:00 - 33 minutes - 47.6 MBGreg and Tom are at it again continuing their journey through the toys of the '80s and this time they spend a little time getting some fresh air playing outside. So, put on your headphones, head outside, and join us!
Episode 3: The One About Outdoor Toys
July 15, 2019 02:00 - 33 minutes - 47.6 MBGreg and Tom are at it again continuing their journey through the toys of the '80s and this time they spend a little time getting some fresh air playing outside. So, put on your headphones, head outside, and join us!
Episode 2: The One About Toys - Part 1
June 17, 2019 02:00 - 45 minutes - 64.4 MBGreg and Tom are BACK (Baby)! In this "sophomoric" episode they dive in to some of their favorite toys from the '80s. So pull up a chair, grab your action figures and play along!
Episode 2: The One About Toys
June 17, 2019 02:00 - 45 minutes - 64.4 MBGreg and Tom are BACK (Baby)! In this "sophomoric" episode they dive in to some of their favorite toys from the '80s. So pull up a chair, grab your action figures and play along!
Episode 1: The One that Started it All
May 10, 2019 21:31 - 54 minutes - 79.7 MBGreg and Tom hit the "airwaves" for the first time! This is the big introduction Episode that started it all. They talk about everything from their favorite 80's toys to movies to music to retro video games.