Best Jay Poch Podcasts (2024)

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E50: I Used to Live in an Apartment With a Xennial...right? 1:35:45

1y ago1:35:45

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A wise man once said, “All Good Things Must Come To An End”. And that statement couldn’t be more true when it comes to It Came From The 80s. On this final episode of the podcast Jay and Tony talk about what makes their Micro-Generation, Xennials, so special. Jay and Tony, like so many listeners, grew up in both an analog and digital world and have …

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E49: The Time My Dad Met Billy Squier in a Parking Lot To Buy a Cable Cheater Box & Sneaker Phone 1:54:51

1y ago1:54:51

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Technology really is a fickle thing! One day an item is brand new, state of the art, and incredibly expensive, the next it becomes obsolete, useless, and gathering dust in your basement or garage likely never to be used again. If you long for the days of older technology, such as VCRs and rotary phones, camcorders, and Polaroid Cameras, then this e…

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E48: Was Oliver North's Brain on Drugs When He Spilled Drinks All Over My Brother? 1:30:21

1y ago1:30:21

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The 1980s were a joyous, tumultuous, and transformative period in the history of the world. However, at the same time, the 80s ushered in a period of news, information, and political change that we are still living in today. In this episode of It Came From The 80s, Jay and Tony reflect and reminisce about the decade that shaped their youth and the …

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E47: The Monkey & Catfish Conundrum: Broken Windshield Wipers or Bare Hands 1:35:06

1+ y ago1:35:06

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Who doesn’t love animals? Well, Jay & Tony certainly do...from Dogs to Cats, Monkeys, to Bats, and even Birds and Fish, Jay & Tony aren't short on great pet stories from the 80s! Pets and animals are such a crucial part of many people's lives and in this episode, you will hear stories about both the history of pets and domesticated animals as well …

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E46: I Pity The Fool Who Doesn't Like Paulie's Robot 1:33:23

1+ y ago1:33:23

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The 1980s were a time for some of cinema’s great franchises, the decade where the blockbuster truly took off and sequels became the norm in Hollywood! Join Jay and Tony as they discuss two of these mega eighties franchises in the latest installment of It Came From The 80s. Yep, this week we are talking about all things Rocky and Indiana Jones! Jay …

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E45: Shut Up Vladi! It's Time to Sing Happy Birthday 1:25:51

1+ y ago1:25:51

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In this special episode of It Came From The 80s, Jay and Tony talk about all things birthdays in the 1980s and beyond. This birthday extravaganza features the guys telling stories of their childhood birthdays, such as the time that Jay used some not-so-friendly words to tell his family to be quiet when they were about to sing Happy Birthday, or the…

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E44: Don't You Forget About The Man in Motion and No It's Not James Spader's Feathered Hair 1:09:30

1+ y ago1:09:30

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Some decades are known for their movies and the actors that starred in them. The 1960s had The Rat Pack. The 2000s had The Frat Pack. And of course, the 1980s had The Brat Pack! Join Jay and Tony as they discuss all things Brat Pack in this latest episode of It Came From The 80s! The guys talk about their favorite Brat Pack movies, actors, lines, s…

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E43: I Love Reading About How Much Richard Kind Loves Hot Dogs in Tiger Beat Magazine 1:32:35

1+ y ago1:32:35

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Madonna, Michael Jackson, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Tom Cruise, Mike Tyson, and Wayne Gretzky. If these six names bring you back to a time when the celebrity culture shined the brightest, then this episode of It Came From The 80s is for you! Join Jay and Tony as they discuss all things celebrity in the 1980s. The boys talk about who the biggest celebr…

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E42: Mr. Shoop Saves Ferris and Doesn't Get Any Respect 1:37:07

1+ y ago1:37:07

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Who doesn’t like to laugh? Well, Jay and Tony definitely love laughter and they hope that you will too after tuning into this latest episode of It Came From The 80s. Yes, that’s right, this week your favorite xennials discuss the comedies and comedians of the 1980s. The guys discuss which movies are their favorites and which actors and actresses fr…

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E41: Remember When Phyllis Diller & Swamp Thing Sang "Deck the Halls” at JCPenney? 1:28:47

1+ y ago1:28:47

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If you were an adult in the 1980s, there was one place where you had to go to be seen! That place of course would be your favorite bar. Think Cheers. But, if you were a kid or teenager in the 1980s like Jay and Tony were, there was a different place to go if you wanted to be seen! And that place was the mall. Think Fast Times At Ridgemont High. Thi…

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E40: I Found This Bag of Mail From the 1980's 2:15:27

1+ y ago2:15:27

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In this mailbag extravaganza of It Came From The 80s, the show turns 40! Join Jay and Tony for this special 40th episode as they answer listener-submitted questions. This being a special occasion the guys wanted to give back to the audience who make this podcast possible, so they asked for and received a ton of emails and messages regarding everyon…

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E39: We Came, We Saw, We Stopped in Slippery Rock..... 1:37:21

1+ y ago1:37:21

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If someone asks you, “Who You Gonna Call?”, you’re gonna answer: Ghostbusters! It’s that simple. And if someone asks, “Who You Gonna Listen To Talk About Ghostbusters?”, you’re gonna answer Jay and Tony! It’s also that simple! Yep, your favorite xennials are back with another episode of It Came From The 80s, and this time they are going to fight so…

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E38: Can You Tell Me How to Get...Lavar Burton to Vegas? 1:13:10

1+ y ago1:13:10

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♫ Sunny Day ♫ ♫ Sweepin' the clouds away ♫ ♫ On my way to where the air is sweet ♫ ♫ Can you tell me how to get? ♫ ♫ How to get to…SESAME STREET ♫ If these lyrics just gave you some serious nostalgia, then this next episode of It Came From the 80s is for you! Join Jay and Tony as they discuss Kid's Shows from the 1980s. Yep, the guys talk about all…

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E37: I'll Take 48 Chicken Wings With A Side of Diced Ham, Please! 1:54:26

1+ y ago1:54:26

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In this episode join in the fun as your favorite Xennials are back with an all-new episode of It Came From The 80s. This time they talk turkey. Yep, you guessed it, this episode is all about food! In this episode, Jay and Tony take a trip down memory lane as they discuss their favorite restaurants of yesteryear! The guys talk about favorite food st…

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E36: Don’t You Love It When Your Math Teacher Shows You How to Use Sign Language While Watching Congo? 1:59:48

1+ y ago1:59:48

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Join your favorite xennials on this week's show as they have their “Back to School Special” and reminisce about all things school in the 80s. Jay & Tony tell stories of the school bus, which teachers were their favorites, which classes they enjoyed going to the most, running for school office, climbing the rope in gym class, and so many more. In fa…

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E35: Hey You Guys...they Ran Out of ET Wallpaper! 1:16:48

1+ y ago1:16:48

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There are some movies that are classic comedies, there are some that are classic action movies, and then there are the movies that defined our childhood. On the newest episode of It Came From the 80s, Jay and Tony discuss the latter; movies that defined their childhood in the 1980s. Join the two xennials as they embark on an adventure of 80’s goodn…

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E34: How did Jose Canseco's Bat End up in Ronald McDonalds Hotel Room? 1:48:32

2y ago1:48:32

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Who doesn’t love going on vacation? How about enjoying the holidays? Jay and Tony certainly do, and they tell you all about it in this newest episode of It Came From The 80s! From childhood vacations spent in Wisconsin and Pittsburgh, to holidays spent eating double dinners and lighting up bottle rockets, they cover it all! The guys also give a det…

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E33: The Time I Kicked Mom Out of the House So I Could Eat Doritos and Watch the 700 Club 1:55:01

2y ago1:55:01

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Join Jay and Tony on this week’s episode as they discuss family life, 1980s style. In this “Family Values 80s Style” pod the guys give a history of how the family dynamic has changed over the past 50 years while also playing a little game in which Jay names the show AND the parents from a classic 80s sitcom armed only with the knowledge of the kid'…

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E32: I Can't Believe I IM'd My Entire High School That I Died of Dysentery! 1:24:49

2y ago1:24:49

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One of the many awesome things about being a Xennial is that we grew up during a perfect time period in which many technological advances were first becoming available to the public and computers were definitely the biggest part of this tech revolution! In this episode of It Came From the 80s, Jay and Tony dive deep into the world of computers in t…

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E31: You're a Slacker Space Zombie from Pluto, a Slacker!!!! 1:33:20

2y ago1:33:20

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Do the lines, “Roads…where we’re going we don’t need roads.” or “Why don’t you make like a tree and get out of here” mean anything to you? If you are like Jay and Tony, they can only mean one thing of course...yes, that’s right folks. Join Jay and Tony on this week's epic adventure as they discuss one of the greatest movie franchises of them all, B…

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E30: 90 Packs Of Bruce Mathison Cards 1:37:23

2y ago1:37:23

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Who loved collecting cards as a kid? If you were like Jay and Tony, then it was a big part of your childhood! Join the guys in this latest episode as they recall epic stories of card collecting, 1980s style. You will hear stories of the “Junk Era” of cards, the history of “Tobacco Cards”, the top error cards of the era (We’re looking right at you, …

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E29: Do Bookmobiles Have Cliffs Notes on How to Pay 30 Year Past Due Library Fines? 1:34:17

2y ago1:34:17

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When you were a kid what was one of the most comforting things to you? Was it escaping into a literary world filled with adventure, fantasy, or even poetry? If so then this week's episode is for you! In this episode of It Came From the 80s, the guys discuss books from the 1980s. Yes, books! Jay and Tony have talked about video games, they have talk…

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E28: I Better Change the Channel Fast So I Don’t Get Slimed!!! 1:51:05

2y ago1:51:05

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Growing up in the ’80s, cable TV was a huge thing. And two of the biggest cable TV stations back in the day were HBO and Nickelodeon. Join Jay and Tony on this week's journey as they discuss both stations in detail. You will get to hear how these stations came to be, what original programming they aired, what really jump-started their popularity (I…

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E27: With These Muddy Eyes: One Look at Toilet Bombs That Aren’t Disguised 1:31:20

2y ago1:31:20

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Arnold Schwarzenegger. Sylvester Stallone. Chuck Norris. Harrison Ford. Mel Gibson. When you hear these names, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Well, if you are like us, you immediately think of machine-gun fire, bombs blowing up all over the place, and those oh-so corny one-liners! Of course, you think of one of the great genres of movi…

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E26: Gummiberry Juice and a Pound of Bologna Made Me Go “AHHHHHH” 1:16:00

2y ago1:16:00

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If you were a child of the 80s, what combo went better than a nice big bowl of cereal, and some Saturday Morning Cartoons? Well, nothing of course! In this episode, Jay and Tony reach back into their childhoods to remember what it was like to set an alarm on a Saturday morning, have the living room to yourself, and just zone out to the TV for hours…

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E25: Look! Up in the Sky! It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane! It’s Howard the Duck Saving Bob the Goon at Niagara Falls! 1:31:37

2y ago1:31:37

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In this episode, Jay and Tony share their memories of superheroes, comics, and the vast history of comic writers and fandom that spans generations'. Both Jay and Tony share stories about falling in love with, and also forgetting about many films, and television shows that our listeners may or may not remember. From Spiderman to Superman, superhero …

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E24: Thundercat Ho! & The Mean Weener 1:34:52

2y ago1:34:52

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Have you ever felt left out in life? Like you weren’t the first one picked in gym class? Well, imagine how much 80’s gems like ThunderCats, Battle Beasts, and M.A.S.K. felt left out back in the heyday of 80s toys! In this special episode, Jay and Tony discuss some of the great unsung toy lines of the 80s besides “The Big 3” of Masters of the Univer…

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E23: Animatronics, Joysticks, and Pac-Man Elbow, Oh My! 2:15:34

2y ago2:15:34

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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to relive the carefree days of your youth? You know, hanging out at the mall, grabbing something to eat, and of course, playing at the arcade! Well, Jay and Tony have got the arcade part covered, as they reminisce about the good old days when arcades were everywhere. In this special super-sized episode, …

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E22: The Alternate Robot Makes Me Want to Jump Jump 1:15:46

2y ago1:15:46

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In this epic episode, Jay and Tony discuss two of the most popular forms of music from the 80s, yes we are talking Heavy Metal and Rap! Although both of these genres got their start in the 60s and 70s, they launched into new heights in the 80s! From crazy videos and shows on MTV to being on numerous movie soundtracks, both styles ruled the 80s airw…

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E21: Hitting Mailboxes in a Probe at 88MPH 1:25:11

2+ y ago1:25:11

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The ’80s were defined by many different things: Money, Music, Movies, and TV. And what do all of these things have in common? Vehicles of course! Come along on this special ride as your favorite Xennials Jay and Tony hop in the dream cars of their choice, rev up their engines, and travel off of the beaten path of our regular topics to talk about al…

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E20: 🎶 Sometimes You Want to Go Where Everybody Knows What Happened to the Alf Poster 🎶 1:16:28

2+ y ago1:16:28

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What is one thing that is universally loved? TV, of course! And what better way to have a conversation about this topic, than to go back to our TV roots. Yes, we are talking about 1980s TV shows! Join your favorite Xennials Jay and Tony as they tackle the topic in this truly bodacious episode. We will find out how good Tony’s memory really is when …

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E19: I Survived the Great Flood but the Vault Was Empty on Fireball Island 1:11:48

2+ y ago1:11:48

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Well, it’s now wintertime, and what better way to spend a cold, snowy evening than to sit down with some family and friends, pour a nice beverage, and bust out your favorite way to pass the time. Yes, listeners, we are talking about board games! In this episode, Jay and Tony dive deep into this childhood defining topic as they not only explore the …

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E18: All Smiles in Cloud City 1:40:37

2+ y ago1:40:37

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Once upon a time in a podcast from the 1980s came STAR WARS by Jay & Tony. Join the guys as they go back in time to a galaxy far away and relive one of their favorite trilogies in cinema history! Jay and Tony will tell the origin story of how they became one with the force, which characters are their favorites and least favorite, and what influence…

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E17: I Can't Believe Santa Stole My Wallet 1:30:21

2+ y ago1:30:21

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‘Tis the season to be merry…Xennial Style! In this very special Christmas episode of It Came From The 80's Jay and Tony discuss what makes a movie a "true" Christmas movie, what made Christmas in the 80's unique, and what the top toys were for each year of the greatest decade of all. Jay & Tony talk about their favorite gifts from past Christmases …

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E16: A Panda, a Giraffe, and Ken O'Brien Walk into a Toy Store... 1:06:21

2+ y ago1:06:21

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One of the greatest catchphrases of the 1980s has to be, “I don’t wanna grow up because if I did, I couldn’t be a Toys R Us kid!” If that was your motto as a kid in the eighties, or still is today then this is the episode for you! In this hour the guys discuss, in detail, some of the bigger toy stores of the era alongside some of the smaller region…

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E15: Cousin Marvin's Jolly Jumping Jackson Jello Stains 1:07:24

2+ y ago1:07:24

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In this episode, Jay and Tony discuss the greatest decade in pop! Yes, we're talking about all the icons that made 80’s pop-music unforgettable. So jump in the Delorean while the guys reminisce about the albums, bands, and singles that delighted our young Sony Walkman-covered ears in the eighties. Also, the boys talk about the history and evolution…

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E14: Concussions in a Half Shell, Nunchuck Power!!! 1:17:27

2+ y ago1:17:27

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If you're a xennial like us, what other toyline, movie franchise, cartoon, or comic book screams late 80’s more than The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles? In this episode, Jay and Tony are joined by their second guest host ever, turtle superfan Rob, aka Jay’s brother, as they dive deep into the sewers of their memories. Your favorite 80’s hosts will di…

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E13: We Don’t Like Killer Klowns or Black Licorice 1:19:45

2+ y ago1:19:45

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As a kid, there were always a couple of holidays that you looked forward to. If one of those holidays did not involve getting presents, but instead candy, chances are it was near the end of October! In this episode, join Jay and Tony as they explore the wonders of growing up in the 1980s with stories all about Halloween! Your favorite xennials reme…

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E12: Crimson Twins & Broken Crotches 1:21:16

2+ y ago1:21:16

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What is the most iconic action figure of all time? On this episode, your hosts agree there is only one true answer...and that is Yo Joe!! GI Joe!!! Join Jay and Tony as they take on Cobra in this awesome 80s episode diving deep into who was truly better: Destro or Cobra Commander? The dynamic xennial duo will reminisce about mailing away for action…

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E11: My Q*bert Doesn't Work 1:10:15

2+ y ago1:10:15

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The year is 1977. We have just been introduced to the artificial heart, the neutron bomb, and the first personal stereo. But, in the world of pop culture, perhaps nothing was a larger influence on youth and young adults than the Atari 2600. Join Jay and Tony as they plug in this old school 8-bit system to get down with some one button smashing comp…

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E10: The Time My Brother Almost Killed a Hall of Famer That My Dad Doesn’t Respect 1:57:43

2+ y ago1:57:43

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“Do You Believe in Miracles?!“ Where were you when you heard that famous line from Al Michaels? As for Jay and Tony, they were only in their infancy. Join the 2 xennial best friends as they go back and discuss some of the greatest sport moments, players, and franchises from 40 years ago. They also pack in plenty of classic stories, such as the once…

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E9: You Smoked Smokescreen: A Transformer Tragedy 2:10:26

2+ y ago2:10:26

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Autobots...Transform. As a kid, did you like Trucks? Cars? Toy Guns? Boats? Dinosaurs? What if they could become a robot as well? This week, Jay and Tony transform themselves as they introduce Chris, their first guest ever to the show! Watch out for Astrotrain and Blitzwing!!! These Triple Changers will dive deep into one of the greatest toy lines …

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E8: The Man Behind the Mask 1:53:24

3y ago1:53:24

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What does premarital sex, drugs, drinking, and rock n roll all have in common? They are all things teenagers should not be interested in that somehow attracts a tall, immortal, infamous serial killer who wears a hockey mask and is equipped with a machete. In this episode, Tony & Jay discuss their favorite 1980s horror movie franchise: Friday the 13…

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E7: Watching Live Aid Through a Locked Bathroom Door 1:09:11

3y ago1:09:11

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Jay and Tony, youngsters in the 1980s, uncover the most influential TV channel of their youth, MTV. MTV debuted just after midnight on August 1, 1981, nearly 40 years ago! The guys go back in time to share stories about how music videos were a booming artform that often pushed the limits with graphics and images that every kid was fixated on. Young…

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E6: Nothing Says 80s Fashion Like the Kicks My Dad Bought Me That Shared the Same Name as His Favorite Bar 1:19:37

3y ago1:19:37

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If you grew up in the 1980s, it is inevitable that you looked back at an old polaroid and thought “I wore that!?” That’s right, as kids we're all at the mercy of what our parents made us wear. Join Jay & Tony, two Xennial best friends, as they recall stories of hair styles and fashion from nearly 40 years ago; including what rad bright neon colors …

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E5: Well Let Me Tell You Something! 80s Wrestling Special 1:37:44

3y ago1:37:44

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What are you gonna do, when Jay and Tony bring you nearly 2 hours of 1980s professional wrestling commentary, brother?! Join the 2 Xennials as they bounce off of the ropes and deliver a big leg drop while dropping stories of their favorite 80s Wrestling Superstars. This week, the guys share their first live wrestling experiences and will bring you …

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E4: Disintegrating Into My Mouth Like a Paste 1:31:40

3y ago1:31:40

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This week, Jay & Tony take you back in time to discuss the most controversial, banned in school item of the 1980s. An item that was made of compressed cardboard and included a piece of gum. We're talking about Garbage Pail Kids of course!!! The 2 xennial best friends dive deep into discussion on whether their parents had any problems with them coll…

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E3: How Much Money Is Sitting in My Attic? 1:28:44

3y ago1:28:44

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On September 26th, 1983 the greatest cartoon television show in the history of the 1980s was released. Well…maybe the greatest cartoon of the 1980s from Jay & Tony's perspective. Join the guys as they travel back in time to Eternia to discuss Masters of the Universe. Bring along your pet cat Orko aka Battle Cat as two xennial best friends battle Sk…

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E2: This Sounds Like Robin Hood 1:27:08

3y ago1:27:08

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Have you ever noticed that when talking to older friends or relatives, the conversation sometimes starts off with a “Back in my day…”? Well, join Jay and Tony as they travel back in time when play dates were not a thing and you simply showed up to a friend's house to see if they could play. It was a time when you simply knew to come home once the s…

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E1: You Don't Have to Blow Into It 1:02:09

3y ago1:02:09

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Did you ever have a moment as a child where you were simply blown away by something that you begged your parents to get for you? How about a friend of yours showing you something and simply being speechless? If so, Jay and Tony discuss perhaps the greatest individual influence of their childhood, the Nintendo Entertainment System. As only 2 best fr…

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