Best The Nostalgia Mixtape Podcasts (2024)

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Throwback Sounds & Emerging Talents: New Music Mix November 2024 37:10

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It’s our last new music mix of 2024! This episode is filled with personal anecdotes, such as Samer's marathon triumph soundtracked by the soulful "Like a Prayer," and Matt's unexpected joy in the fusion of Dwight Yoakam's classic twang with Post Malone's genre-bending flair. Explore the thrilling energy of emerging talents and nostalgic sounds as w…

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THE RESULTS ARE IN!! ELECTIONS, CULTS, GRAMMYS & EVERY WICKED THING IN BETWEEN 1:12:54

15h ago1:12:54

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Get your AirPods out cause we have a lot to catch up on from the last few weeks!! Today, we're covering every Election Night twist, turn, and tally as emotions ran high and nerves were tested. From the heart-pounding suspense to the morning-after revelations, we’re recapping it all with a lot to say! Then, we shift gears to break down Megan Thee St…

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Malice at the Palace - basketball's biggest brawl turns 20! 1:16:00

19h ago1:16:00

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Send us a text This week in 2004 NASA cranked up the speed dial to an astonishing Mach 9.6—that’s 7,000 mph—thanks to the experimental X-43A scramjet aircraft. Unlike traditional rockets, this futuristic wonder didn’t rely on onboard oxygen; it sucked in atmospheric air as fuel, reaching record-breaking speeds and paving the way for some thrilling …

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Second Helpings of our GenX School Lunches 54:56

3d ago54:56

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It's encore season and today we're giving you a second helping of our fun conversation about our GenX school lunches with our good friend @thechefsmartypants, Erica Wides! We have an ALL NEW opening conversation about what Erica has been up to since this episode aired (um, hello TODAY SHOW 🤩)! Chef Smartypants Academy on YouTube Follow Chef Smartyp…

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MY LIFE AS A MIXTAPE 48:05

8d ago48:05

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This week, we're taking a chill break from the hot topics (election week, after all!) and diving into something extra personal: our lives through music! In our co-host special, "My Life As A Mixtape," we each pull song prompts out of a bucket and share tracks that tell our stories—from songs that made us dance to those that defined major moments. I…

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The fallout from Fallujah - warfare goes virtual 1:28:28

8d ago1:28:28

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Send us a text This week is loaded with high-stakes showdowns, culture-defining beats, and innovations that reshaped our digital lives. We begin in Fallujah, Iraq, where the brutal Second Battle of Fallujah—aka Operation Phantom Fury—gripped international attention. Coalition forces faced intense resistance in a city that had become a fortified ins…

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PCPS Town Hall YOUR Burning Questions 1:06:36

10d ago1:06:36

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It’s another Town Hall with us, your PCPS hosts, answering some of your burning questions, like “which Three’s Company character are you” (we just love your questions!). We’re also updating you on some other PCPS housekeeping items, and Michelle is sharing some difficult, personal news and how this podcast is, yet again, providing comfort. Follow t…

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Pounding the Pavement: Music, Mindfulness, and Marathon Running in NYC 40:41

14d ago40:41

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Samer is getting ready to run the New York City Marathon! He gives Matt and all the listeners his story from being captivated by a friend's marathon run in 2022 to tackling the rigorous qualification process of the New York Roadrunners' nine plus one program. Samer shares the vibrant and sometimes quirky running culture of New York City, where runn…

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Bush beats Kerry, Google conquers Earth 1:07:52

15d ago1:07:52

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Send us a text 🗳️ This week, we’re time-traveling to the 2004 U.S. presidential election – where Bush edged out Kerry in a nail-biter that had it all: missing WMDs, National Guard gossip, Patriot Act debates, and a whirlwind of controversies. The result? Bush grabs a second term, thanks partly to a campaign heavy on security and “moral values” … an…

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN: SPOOKY RALLIES, TWITTER BEEFS, CHAPPELL, ADELE, LIZZO & MORE 1:01:30

15d ago1:01:30

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Get ready to scream with laughter in this Halloween episode! We’re talking Beyoncé casting her magic at Kamala’s Houston rally while Jersey Shore’s Vinny scared us at Trump’s. We float over Céline and Adele’s enchanting concert reunion, Azealia Banks and Lil Nas X’s Twitter beef (spooky enough?), and Lizzo’s Halloween looks slaying the scene. Then,…

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Here's The Story...of Our Visit to The Brady Bunch House 1:20:40

17d ago1:20:40

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It’s true! We recently visited THE famous Brady Bunch house on Dilling Street in North Hollywood, CA … and we’re still pinching ourselves! Hear our story of how our visit came to be, the journey this house has taken since 1969 (and yes, of course we give props to the incredible HGTV renovation!) and our enthusiastic reactions to being in THE SAME S…

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Bin Laden drops a mixtape 1:23:36

22d ago1:23:36

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Send us a text We kick things off with the tragic story of Ricky Hendrick, NASCAR's rising star who soared to victory on the track but tragically crashed out of the sky. When his plane went down in 2004, taking nine others with him, it was a devastating loss for motorsports and the Hendrick family. Next, Osama bin Laden pulled out the ultimate vill…

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REMEMBERING LIAM PAYNE, LEAVE CYNTHIA ALONE, THE SUBSTANCE, WNBA, VSFS & MORE 1:00:10

22d ago1:00:10

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This week’s episode is stacked with shockers and drama! We start with the heartbreaking news of Liam Payne’s passing that left the world shocked. Then we dive into the eerie vibes of the movie The Substance and why it had Blake ready to yak, plus the ongoing WICKED drama between Cynthia Erivo’s annoyance with fan edits & Ariana Grande’s Elvira meet…

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The MAS*H Finale: Saying Goodbye to the 4077th 1:09:13

24d ago1:09:13

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Today we’re saying goodbye to one of the most memorable events of the Gen X era: the finale of M*A*S*H, which marked the end of one of television history’s most popular and innovative shows. We’re breaking down the poignant finale storylines and saying farewell, one tearful goodbye at a time. Which one of us completely missed the finale on Feb. 28,…

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Exploring New Rhythms and Nostalgic Tunes: October 2024 New Music! 32:32

28d ago32:32

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Picture this: autumn leaves crunching beneath your feet, the distant cheers from a football stadium, and the crack of a baseball bat signaling playoff season. That’s the backdrop for our latest musical escapade, filled with the sounds of Dayglow's motivational "What People Really Do" and Samara Joy’s nostalgic "Autumn Nocturne." Matt and Samer, wit…

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Ashlee Simpson takes Saturday Night Dive! 1:42:50

29d ago1:42:50

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Send us a text We kick things off with the brave but tragic story of humanitarian Margaret Hassan, whose kidnapping in Iraq shook the world 🌍. From the sand to the subterranean, we journey to the bottom of Krubera Cave—the deepest cave on the planet—where explorers went farther underground than ever before 🌌. In pop culture, we're all about Delta G…

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THE GIRLS ARE FIGHTING: EX CLAPBACKS, LOVE IS BLIND DRAMA, TRUMP MOVIE, & MORE 1:04:43

29d ago1:04:43

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On this week’s episode, we’re diving headfirst into all the drama shaking up the entertainment world! We spill the tea on Filly from The Chunkz & Filly Show and the mess going down. Plus, Teyana Taylor is not holding back when it comes to Kayla Nicole’s latest shade. We also give our take on the new Trump biopic The Apprentice and how Donald Trump …

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The Make Out Mixtape 53:34

1M ago53:34

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Join us today for a continuation of our discussion about the most beloved ancient relic that ultimately belonged to just one generation (hint: it was us): and that is the mixtape, a DIY medium exchanged between friends and lovers that was, on its surface, a way to share music but was actually a thinly veiled communication device intended to express…

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Mob mysteries and Messi magic 1:26:35

1M ago1:26:35

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Send us a text In this episode, we dig into the criminal underworld taking a closer look at the recent discovery of human remains at a reputed Gambino family burial ground 🦴🔍. We unravel the twisted tale of mobsters Alphonse "Sonny Red" Indelicato, Philip "Phil Lucky" Giaccone, and Dominick "Big Trin" Trinchera, and their ill-fated attempt to seize…

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LOVE IS BLIND, DATING FAILS, CONCERTS, KRISTIN’S BREAKUP, & CALL HER DADDY 56:45

1M ago56:45

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What a week it’s been since we’ve seen you last. This week’s episode is jam-packed with the HAWT GOSS!! We’re diving into the Love Is Blind DC season—let’s just say Blake & Raven have some notes on this season’s contestants. We dish on the Vice Presidential debate and the “drama” of Kamala Harris appearing on Call Her Daddy this last week. Plus, Bl…

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Ode To The Mixtape 47:37

1M ago47:37

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In today's episode, we’ll be saving an art form that belongs almost solely to Gen Xers – the friendship bracelet of the 80s and 90s, the analog version of posting and sharing – we’re talking about the making and gifting of mixtapes. Born in the 1980s and peaking in the mid 1990s, the mixtape truly belongs to Gen Xers. Boomers were adults and Millen…

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Should We Cancel These Songs? (Spoiler Alert: Probably) 43:39

1M ago43:39

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What happens when catchy tunes mask unsettling and problematic lyrics? Join Matt and Samer for a candid and thought-provoking journey through music history as we uncover the dark realities behind some of the most popular songs. We start with the Black Eyed Peas' "Let's Get It Started," originally rife with offensive language, only to be cleaned up …

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Politics, Pippen, & Prison Potlucks 1:39:20

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Send us a text Do you remember the infamous Mark Latham vs. John Howard "Handshake of Doom" 🤝? What was supposed to be a friendly greeting turned into a political WWE moment, and spoiler alert: Latham didn’t walk away with the belt (or the votes). Who knew a handshake could shake the entire nation? We’re pouring one out for NBA legend Scottie Pippe…

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SCANDALS ALL AROUND: TIA & TAMARA, CARDI & OFFSET, JOJO, ELLEN, & EVEN BRIDGERTON GOT IN IT 57:20

1M ago57:20

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This week’s episode is packed with all the pop culture tea you need! We break down Ellen DeGeneres’ new comedy special—can she really bounce back after her talk show scandal? Plus, the Bridgerton Pop-Up Scam in Detroit has us shook. Then, Raven spills the juiciest excerpts from Jojo’s memoir Over The Influence, and we get into the twin drama betwee…

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To Good Times, To Happy Days To Little House on the Prairie: 50 Years of TV's Finest 1:19:36

1M ago1:19:36

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Join us for a trip down memory lane as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of some of our favorite tv shows of all time. From Little House on the Prairie to Hong Kong Phooey, 1974 provided some of the most iconic tv shows for Generation X. This episode is dedicated to exploring the cultural impact and enduring legacy of these shows as well as some fu…

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Giant squids, Parkruns and planet killing yams! 1:29:18

2M ago1:29:18

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Send us a text Get a grip on your tentacles because this week’s episode dives into a whirlwind of cosmic chaos and squishy surprises! 🎉💥 Asteroid 4179 Toutatis—the celestial tumbleweed that decided to drop by Earth like an uninvited guest at a hurricane party! 🌪️💫 Discovered back in '89, this chunky rock (about 4.5 km of pure asteroid madness) zoom…

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SOMEONE CHECK ON DIDDY, NORTH CAROLINA, CHILD STARS, AGATHA, & KATY PERRY 50:03

2M ago50:03

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Buckle up, fam! We’re welcoming all our new followers (HEY BLACK GIRL COALITION!! ♥️) with a juicy episode! First, we spill all the tea on the Diddy drama—seriously, WHAT is going on there? Then, we’re diving into the scandal rocking the North Carolina governor’s office. Katy Perry's new record is out but...not record-breaking? We get witchy while …

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Tiger Beat Tales with OG Editor Ann Moses 1:03:11

2M ago1:03:11

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If you could name one magazine from your Gen X youth that captured your heart, it would likely be Tiger Beat. This photo-filled lovefest is where our first crushes bloomed and prospered, helping us cover our walls and possibly even teaching us to kiss (ask Michelle about those "kissable" photos). And today's episode features an interview with one o…

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Episode 22: Hiphop Nostalgia 1:18:20

2M ago1:18:20

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Classic Hiphop Tracks

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September Sounds: Seasonal Shifts, Nostalgia Hits, and New Musical Discoveries 32:24

2M ago32:24

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Ever wondered how the shift from summer to fall can drastically change one's mood? This week, Samer shares his personal journey with summer seasonal affective disorder and how the cool embrace of September brings him renewed energy. We also dive into the nostalgia-inducing sounds of "Bright Lights" by The Killers and chuckle over the evolution of a…

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Shaun of The Dead - 20 years on from the romzomcom 1:27:50

2M ago1:27:50

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Send us a text Hold onto your iPod Classic and crank up the Green Day because we're time-traveling back to the week of 19 September 2004! 🚀 If you were glued to The Weather Channel, you might remember Hurricane Jeanne 🌪️. This Category 3 beast tore through the Caribbean and Florida with winds strong enough to blow away your summer BBQ plans (and ma…

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EVERYTHING UNDER THE AUTUMN SUN: DEBATES, ATTEMPTS, MOVIES, EMMYS, ALBUMS, & DRAMA 1:06:51

2M ago1:06:51

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On this wild episode, we're all over the place! We’re breaking down the Emmy’s, spilling on the 2024 Presidential Debate chaos, and yes, talking about Donald Trump's second assassination attempt—because what?! Plus, we're diving into Nicki Minaj's latest album announcement, Shannon Sharpe's HAWT Instagram moment, and the scandal brewing over at Shx…

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Fast Times: The Soundtrack...Sort Of? 1:13:51

2M ago1:13:51

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After discussing the unforgettable characters, scenes and lines (so many quotable lines!) from Fast Times at Ridgemont High in our last episode, it's time to go deeper --with a discussion of the unforgettable music that cemented it as a teen classic. But what many disappointed 80s teens learned was that some of the music that sent you directly to t…

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Batman scales Buckingham while Britney weds K Fed 1:38:29

2M ago1:38:29

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Send us a text Get ready to rewind the clock with us as we dive into an absolutely bonkers week from 2004! 🕰️ First, we break down the day “Batman” didn’t just save Gotham—he scaled Buckingham Palace! 🦇🏰 Yup, activist Jason Hatch, decked out in full Bat-gear, gave the royal guards a major wake-up call. Then, just when you thought things couldn’t ge…

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THE SECRET LIVES OF VMAS & DANCING WITH MORMON HOUSEWIVES 52:26

2M ago52:26

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Get ready for some piping hot pop culture on this week’s podcast! We dive into the latest Dancing With The Stars casting announcements, and things get spicy as we share our thoughts on the underwhelming (TO US) new Beetlejuice movie (trust us, we expected way more). Then, we can’t stop obsessing over the hot new Hulu show The Secret Lives of Mormon…

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Fast Times at Ridgemont High: Learn it, Know it, Live it. 1:00:30

2M ago1:00:30

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Fast Times at Ridgemont High, we learned it, knew it, lived it. It’s an iconic and unforgettable film for — dare we say? — our entire generation. And this week we dove deep in that pool (yes, that pool) to talk all about it. Is it fair that Fast Times is included in the same category as Porky's and other exploitation movies? What scenes and lines o…

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Van Halen: Evolution, Iconic Hits, and Lasting Legacy 42:13

2M ago42:13

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Prepare to immerse yourself in the 1980s rock scene as we explore the electrifying world of Van Halen. Matt and Samer take you on a fascinating journey through the band's evolution, sharing personal insights and experiences that bring the music to life. Learn why the band's famous concert rider demanded no brown M&Ms and how this quirky detail ensu…

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Hurricane Ivan's wrath and Rathergate's media storm 1:17:58

2M ago1:17:58

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Send us a text 🎧✨ Get ready for another blast from the past as we rewind to the week of 5 - 11 September 2004 🌪️ Hurricane Havoc: Brace yourself as Hurricane Ivan, a Category 5 powerhouse, leaves a path of destruction from Grenada to the Gulf Coast. With winds that could blow your socks off, Ivan didn’t just visit—he made an unforgettable entrance!…

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Episode 6.5 Rainbow, Elvis Costello, Joan Armatrading, The Spinners, Gibson Brothers, The Beat 23:12

2M ago23:12

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Hello ladies and jellybeans, welcome back to I Completed 80s Music. I'm the 80s Mixtaper, your dust-covered museum assistant who knows a surprising amount about the music you're listening to. In this episode, we'll be covering the back straight of Playlist 6, featuring some absolute belters. We'll kick things off with Rainbow's anthem "All Night Lo…

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TURN ON THE TELLY (DISNEY CHANNEL SHOWS) 53:06

2M ago53:06

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Get ready to really REWIND this week. Inspired by YouTube (& MORE) legend Terrell Grice, we play a game called "Turn On The Telly (Disney Channel Shows Edition)”, where Blake & Raven discuss their favorite childhood shows from that mouse’s channel & rank them. The only catch? They have to match their ranking or it can't go on the board. You’ll neve…

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Back to School: GenX Style (Trapper Keepers, designer jeans & Liz Lange) 1:15:04

2M ago1:15:04

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Welcome to Season 13!!! We're kicking it off with a Gen X Back-to-School memory-palooza! We're talking Trapper Keepers, lunchboxes, Critter Sitters, Fair Isle sweaters, designer jeans and so much more. Fashion designer, Liz Lange, joins us for this super fun trip down memory lane. Listen to Liz Lange's podcast, The Just Enough Family, on Apple podc…

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Explosions, Elections, and Olympic Eruptions 1:30:56

3M ago1:30:56

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Send us a text Get ready for a rollercoaster of a week! 🎢 We start with a somber note as the Beslan school hostage crisis shakes Russia. Armed militants take over 1,100 hostages, mostly children, turning a celebration into a tragedy. The world watches in horror as the crisis unfolds over three days, ending in a devastating assault. 💔 Across the Atl…

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Episode 6 Peter Gabriel, Tourists, Michael Jackson, Captain and Tennille, Police, Donna Summer, Fern Kinney 30:02

3M ago30:02

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Description Welcome back to the "I Completed 80s Music" podcast! In this episode, our host, the 80s mixtaper, takes us on a colorful journey through time, diving into the vibrant world of 80s music, we explore chart-toppers, future legends, and delightful one-hit wonders. We'll kick things off with Peter Gabriel's "Games Without Frontiers," a cheek…

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LEAVE CHAPPELL ROAN ALONE!! SHORT N' SWEET, BYE BENNIFER, & GUS WALZ 4 PREZ!! 1:00:09

3M ago1:00:09

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Get ready for a jam-packed episode of REWIND: The Podcast! This week, we're diving deep into Sabrina Carpenter's brand-new album—sharing our favorite tracks, spilling some behind-the-music tea, and exploring the emotions that hit us hardest. Then, we're shook by the unexpected divorce announcement from JLo and Ben Affleck and dissect what led to th…

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Where The Wild Things Are - GenX's Favorite Picture Books: SUPERSIZED EDITION 57:40

3M ago57:40

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Those memories we have of our favorite picture books live in vivid color in our minds. In this new opening to one the most popular PCPS episodes,"Where The Wild Things Are," Carolyn, Kristin and Michelle share why those memories don't just have to live in your minds. Learn what fun ways they surround themselves with those iconic books from their ch…

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New Music Mix - August '24: Eclectic Sounds of a Scorching Season 34:01

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As Matt and Samer try to beat the heat, we dive into our August new music mix starting with the eclectic "Hog Calling Contest" by King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, a track brimming with gospel piano, funky guitar, and hilarious pig metaphors. Matt even throws in a fun fact about the band's impressive 26 studio albums! We then groove to "Perfume" …

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Stolen Screams & Shattered Olympic Dreams 1:38:22

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Send us a text 🎨 Art Heist Alert! On August 22, 2004, two masked men stormed Oslo’s Munch Museum and pulled off a daring daylight robbery, snatching Edvard Munch’s iconic "The Scream" and "Madonna." With no alarms, dropped paintings, and a chaotic escape, this heist was more Keystone Cops than criminal masterminds. It took two years, a police sting…

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Episode 5.5 Symarip, Whispers, Queen, Selecter, Vapors, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Marti Webb 31:33

3M ago31:33

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Welcome back to I Completed 80s Music, hosted by the illustrious and occasionally confused 80s Mixtaper. In this thrilling episode, we journey through the final six tracks of Playlist 5. Expect foot-tapping ska, obscure show tunes, and a slightly scandalous track from The Vapors. We kick off with the energetic "Skinhead Moonstomp" by Symarip, follo…

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AND THE WINNER IS…FAMOUS FEUDS!! 1:09:37

3M ago1:09:37

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In this week’s episode, Raven and Blake take a trip down memory lane as they REWIND and dish on the most iconic celebrity feuds from back in the day. But they’re not just talking drama—they’re handing out superlatives! From the "Most Unnecessary" to the "Most Petty," they break down which feuds take the crown in each wild category. Curious about wh…

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The "Free To Be You and Me" Generation: SUPERSIZED EDITION 1:33:02

3M ago1:33:02

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There's a new reason to celebrate the awesomeness of "Free To Be Generation" and we're chatting all about it in today's new opening. Kristin shares some exciting news which just might involve a PCPS roadtrip and meetup. Listen for all the scoop. Free To Be ... You and Me was our generation's manifesto, played in every household and every classroom …

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