Latest 80's movie Podcast Episodes
"Flatliners": My Life with the Dead Med Cult
What the Kids Were Watching - September 01, 2023 01:00 - 52 minutesTo paraphrase Nelson Wright's first line in the movie, today is a good day to talk about "Flatliners." This beautiful and bizarre 1990 film directed by Joel Schumacher captivated Sarah and Raf as young adults, and they have a lot to say about it. But does it hold up like the museum's giant sculp...
"Beetlejuice": Springtime Is Spooky Season
What the Kids Were Watching - March 30, 2023 18:00 - 35 minutesJust in time for the 35th anniversary of "Beetlejuice," the second episode of Season 3 is here! Released on March 30, 1988 (yes, it's technically a spring movie), "Beetlejuice" introduced the world to "the ghost with the most." Raf remembers this film really fondly, while Sarah was a little mor...
"Scrooged": The Gift You Get Years Later
What the Kids Were Watching - December 23, 2022 22:00 - 40 minutesWelcome back to the couch! Season 3 of "What the Kids Were Watching" is here, and Sarah and Raf are getting into the holiday spirit with the 1988 film "Scrooged." As with some of the previous films discussed on this podcast, "Scrooged" -- an 80s retelling of "A Christmas Carol" starring Bill M...
Home Alone
3 Things About - December 16, 2022 19:26 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsWe go back in the archives to dig up our discussion on one of the most classic holiday movies of all time- Home Alone! Does this movie actually make you want to spend Christmas with family? We debate with Greg Mestas and Jason Malabuyoc.
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
3 Things About - December 08, 2022 08:35 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratings3 things need to be discussed about Willy Wonka and his chocolate factory with Ryan Castle, Jason Malabuyoc, and 'DJ JAG' Justino Garcia: 1) Is Willy the most irresponsible business owner of all time? 2) What is up with those grandparents though?? 3) We give out The Thingy Awards: MV...
A League of Their Own
3 Things About - August 10, 2022 09:31 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsWe're back to discuss one of the all-time great sports movies with the 1992 classic 'A League of Their Own'. Did Dottie drop the ball on purpose? Why don't women play baseball? And who is the film's MVP? We break it all down with Jason Malabuyoc and 'DJ JAG' Justino Garcia.
Top Gun
3 Things About - July 19, 2022 15:06 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsWe're back with a brand new season, ready to talk 3 things about some of the most iconic films in cinema history, beginning with Tom Cruise's 1986 classic - Top Gun, with Jason Malabuyoc and DJ JAG (Justino Garcia). The 3 Things we discuss today: 1) Is Maverick actually a good pilot? ...
"Die Hard" Part II: Unlocking the Vault (with Guest Star Eric Lichtenfeld)
What the Kids Were Watching - July 14, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutesIn the final part of a two-part podcast episode, film historian and author Eric Lichtenfeld ("Action Speaks Louder") joins Sarah and Raf for the second half of their conversation about the 1988 action film and Christmas classic "Die Hard." This time, the group dives even deeper into the importa...
"Die Hard" Part I: Welcome to the After-Party, Pal (with Guest Star Eric Lichtenfeld)
What the Kids Were Watching - July 07, 2021 10:00 - 50 minutesFor years, people have argued about whether or not the 1988 action masterpiece "Die Hard" is a Christmas movie. Sarah and Raf are not here to argue about that. They're here to close out Season 2 with an incredible guest star who provides in-depth insight into the film's production and ongoing in...
"The Addams Family" and "Addams Family Values": As Creepy as They Want to Be
What the Kids Were Watching - June 23, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutesThe Addams Family: They're creepy, they're kooky, and now they're an essential part of Thanksgiving thanks to the 1991 film "The Addams Family" and especially the 1993 sequel "Addams Family Values." These goth-tastic films, both of which were released during the holiday season, were a much-neede...
"The Addams Family" and "Addams Family Values": As Creepy as They Want to Be
What the Kids Were Watching - June 23, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutesThe Addams Family: They're creepy, they're kooky, and now they're an essential part of Thanksgiving thanks to the 1991 film "The Addams Family" and especially the 1993 sequel "Addams Family Values." These goth-tastic films, both of which were released during the holiday season, were a much-neede...
"SpaceCamp": Out of This World (with Guest Star Reese Marino)
What the Kids Were Watching - June 16, 2021 10:00 - 42 minutesDo you like strong female protagonists, Dire Straits songs, dope sweaters, and robots who take everything literally? Then you -- like our podcast hosts (and guest star!) -- probably loved the 1986 film "SpaceCamp." Dubbed "baby's first 'Apollo 13'" by Raf, this charming film follows a group of t...
"Flight of the Navigator": Muppet Logic in Space
What the Kids Were Watching - June 09, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutesWhat do you get when you combine a life-destroying journey across space and time with the fun-filled tale of a wise-cracking kid and his wacky robot friend? The answer: Disney's "Flight of the Navigator" (1986), a strange but mostly loveable combination of eerie sci-fi film and "a boy and his do...
"Demolition Man": The Bravest Newest World
What the Kids Were Watching - June 02, 2021 10:00 - 48 minutesIn many ways, "Demolition Man" is a perfect "What the Kids Were Watching" movie: Sarah saw it way too often as a child; revisiting it reveals a deeply flawed film; and Raf knows a whole lot of facts about it. Nearly thirty years after its release, this 1993 action film continues to raise questio...
"Encino Man" and "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure": Past Is Present, Buddy
What the Kids Were Watching - May 26, 2021 10:00 - 49 minutesLike a fine merlot and a cheeseburger, "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure" (1989) and "Encino Man" (1992) make a surprisingly good pairing for a podcast double feature. Both films feature characters from the past suddenly introduced to the present as hilarity ensues. Both introduce male friends...
"Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead": The Gen X Kids Are All Right (with Guest Star Javi Perez)
What the Kids Were Watching - May 19, 2021 09:00 - 58 minutesIt's time to turn in your receipts for the petty cash and declare "Dishes are done, man," because the hosts (and a special guest star!) are here for the cult classic "Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead." This 1991 film may have faltered at the box office, but it found a dedicated fan base thro...
"Speed": Finding a Community on the Commute
What the Kids Were Watching - May 12, 2021 09:00 - 1 hourPop quiz, hot shot: What deliriously fun, fast-paced film released in the summer of 1994 made Keanu Reeves an action star? The answer, of course, is "Speed." (Or as Homer Simpson called it, "The Bus That Couldn't Slow Down.") The movie also served as the directorial debut of "Die Hard" cinematog...
Tooning In: Three Animated Movies (and One TV Show) That Sold Us Toys
What the Kids Were Watching - May 05, 2021 09:00 - 53 minutesGet your air horn ready, because Season 2 of What the Kids Were Watching is finally here! Sarah and Raf are back on the couch, ready to discuss the films they watched ad nauseam as kids -- and, as usual, they have a lot to say about them. But the inaugural episode of the second season is more a...
Xmas Special: Home Alone, Christmas Vacation, and Frosty the Snowman
3 Things About - December 16, 2020 10:56 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsIn our 2nd annual edition of 3 Things About Christmas We Gotta Talk About - Castle, J-Wey and Greg discuss 3 of the all-time most polarizing Christmas flicks. Specifically: 1) Does Home Alone make you want to spend Christmas more with family or quarantined alone? 2) Is Clark Griswold...
Three Xmas Things: Home Alone, Christmas Vacation, and Frosty the Snowman w/ Jason Malabuyoc & Greg Mestas
3 Things About - December 16, 2020 10:56 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsIn our 2nd annual edition of 3 Things About Christmas We Gotta Talk About - Castle, J-Wey and Greg discuss 3 of the all-time most polarizing Christmas flicks. Specifically: 1) Does Home Alone make you want to spend Christmas more with family or quarantined alone? 2) Is Clark Griswold a grown ...
Grease
3 Things About - August 12, 2020 18:11 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsThe Jamwagon Crew is back together to discuss the most legendary musical of all time, with the 1978 classic - Grease! Ryan Castle, Jason Malabuyoc, Greg Mestas and "DJ JAG" Justino Garcia take a trip back to Rydell High circa 1959 to talk these 3 things: 1) Are the T-Birds and Pink La...
Three Things About Grease - w/ Jason Malabuyoc, Justino Garcia and Greg Mestas
3 Things About - August 12, 2020 18:11 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsThe Jamwagon Crew is back together to discuss the most legendary musical of all time, with the 1978 classic - Grease! Castle, J-Wey, Mestizo and JAG take a trip back to Rydell High circa 1959 to talk these 3 things: 1) Are the T-Birds and Pink Ladies actually cool? 2) Where do Danny and Sandy...
American Pie
3 Things About - April 29, 2020 20:21 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsAnother edition of 3 Things About This Movie breaks down the 1999 cult classic - American Pie. Live from Club Quarantine - Ryan Castle, Cam Murray, Jenny Simms and Sam Duncan discuss the best and worst-aged moments, and the lasting impact of the arguably the most memorable high school...
Three Things About American Pie - w/ Cam Murray, J Simms and Sam Duncan
3 Things About - April 29, 2020 20:21 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsAnother edition of 3 Things About This Movie breaks down the 1999 cult classic - American Pie. Live from Club Quarantine - Ryan Castle, Cam Murray, Jenny Simms and Sam Duncan discuss the best and worst-aged moments, and the lasting impact of the arguably the most memorable high school raunch ...
Three Things About This Movie - Karate Kid w/ Cam Murray & Justino Garcia
3 Things About - March 11, 2020 01:17 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsCastle, Cam and Justino break down the 1984 classic Karate Kid, 3 Things-style! 1) Who was the true bully in Karate Kid? 2) Would Mr. Miyagi's wax on/wax off training techniques actually work? 3) We introduce 'The Thingy Awards'! The LeBron Award (movie's MVP) Lou Williams Award (6th Man of...
Karate Kid
3 Things About - March 11, 2020 01:17 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsCastle, Cam and Justino break down the 1984 classic Karate Kid, 3 Things-style! 1) Who was the true bully in Karate Kid? 2) Would Mr. Miyagi's wax on/wax off training techniques actually work? 3) We introduce 'The Thingy Awards'! The LeBron Award (movie's MVP) Lou Williams Award (6...
Three Things About Karate Kid w/ Cam Murray & Justino Garcia
3 Things About - March 11, 2020 01:17 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsCastle, Cam and Justino break down the 1984 classic Karate Kid, 3 Things-style! 1) Who was the true bully in Karate Kid? 2) Would Mr. Miyagi's wax on/wax off training techniques actually work? 3) We introduce 'The Thingy Awards'! The LeBron Award (movie's MVP) Lou Williams Award (6th Man of...
"Jurassic Park": Dino Mighty
What the Kids Were Watching - February 26, 2020 08:00 - 59 minutesIn the Season 1 finale of What the Kids Were Watching, the hosts finally find a dino-sore spot: a film they vehemently disagree on. The 1993 dinosaur action/adventure/thriller/total special effects game-changer "Jurassic Park" had so much influence on Sarah that she talks at 1.5 speed for most o...
"Who Framed Roger Rabbit": A Dark Noir Thriller 4 Kidz
What the Kids Were Watching - February 19, 2020 08:00 - 32 minutes"This movie is basically Merrie Melodies meets 'Chinatown.'" So begins Sarah and Raf's analysis of the groundbreaking live-action-meets-animation film "Who Framed Roger Rabbit." This 1988 movie enchanted both of our hosts when they were young, driving them to learn as much as they could about it...
"The Crow": Caws for Remembrance
What the Kids Were Watching - February 12, 2020 12:00 - 40 minutesThe 1994 comic book film "The Crow" has a famous and heartbreaking history. Its star Brandon Lee — son of Bruce Lee — was tragically killed in an on-set accident. Because of this, the film was edited down with much of its expository material removed, and the result was a tight and haunting story...
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