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Box Office Showdown 1975 Vs 1985
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01/25/25 • 64 min
Get ready for a cinematic clash of the titans! This week, we dive into the top 10 box office movies from 1975 and 1985, ranking each film on a scale from the highest honor of “Miracle on Ice Gold Medal” to the unfortunate “Elvis Dying on the Toilet.” Which year’s films will reign supreme, and which will leave us scratching our heads?
Plus, we take a moment to celebrate the life and laughs of baseball legend and comedian Bob Uecker in our latest installment of “People Who Died.”
Highlights:
Ranking the iconic blockbusters of ’75 and ’85. Nostalgic debates on cinematic highs and lows. The brilliance and humor of Bob Uecker, remembered fondly in our tribute segment.Tune in for laughs, debates, and plenty of nostalgia as we determine which year ruled the box office!
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01/19/24 • 48 min
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When Hair Metal & Hair Spray Ruled the Earth
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08/10/24 • 40 min
Hair Metal's prime: 1983-1991 - For Matt Beard, this genre is still vibrant today!
** Defining the Genres** - Beardo explains the differences between Hair Metal, Glam Metal, and Heavy Metal -
Who is the "Dude Who Looks Like a Lady?"
Beginner's guide: Essential songs for newcomers to the scene
**: The Grunge Effect** - Did grunge kill Hair Metal? - What makes 80s rock unique and fun-loving?
** Hair Spray History** - Ancient Egyptian hair gel and spiked Mohawks – surprisingly punk! - The secrets behind the big, crunchy hair of the 80s ---
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Pete Rose Never Killed a Drifter
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10/05/24 • 42 min
Pete Rose was a baseball legend that lived a Greek Tragedy.
John Amos was a gruff hilariousTV dad we all adored.
James Earl Jones was behind one of the most iconic movie villain voices of all time.
This basketball star didn’t score much but he still dominated the game “like a mountain.”
Kris Kristopherson wrote some of the most memorable songs in music history.
Also, find out the surprising age difference between James Sr. And James Jr. Plus, find out how Mike got spoiled out of the greatest reveal in movie history!
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Seinfeld Vs Cheers....& Meat Loaf Vs Billy Squier…With Special Guests Beth & Heather!
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02/05/24 • 49 min
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Cher Husband Vs Cher Husband…What Made Big Wheel So Cool?...Miami Vice Minute With Mike...
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09/10/24 • 43 min
Which of Cher's Husbands Did it Better?**
Cher had two iconic marriages, both with famous musicians. In this segment, we debate: -
Which husband was the better singer? -
Who had more style? -
Who lived more of the rock 'n' roll lifestyle?
Prepare for a lively discussion about Cher’s unforgettable relationships!
**Big Wheel: The Ultimate Ride**
Why was the Big Wheel toy cooler than a regular tricycle?
We explore what made this iconic childhood toy feel like the ultimate freedom machine.
Was it the design, the speed, or the "Easy Rider" sensation it evoked?
**Mike's Miami Vice Minute** - Mike loves Miami Vice, but there’s a twist: he only has one minute to talk about it!
Will he manage to fit his thoughts before the boat horn sounds during the Jan Hammer theme?
A fast-paced challenge full of '80s nostalgia! Please...please..please send us a voicemail at:
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Walking Like An Egyptian In Tough Skin Jeans...& When Little People Ruled the Toy World
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09/23/24 • 39 min
What exactly was going on with our pants on the first day of school back in the old school days?
You either had corduroy pants that weren’t broken in yet and forced you to walk like Mr. Roberto.
Or you had “Tough Skin Jeans” Forced you to walk like an Egyptian. And don’t even get us started on your mom‘s iron on patches.
On the second segment, we talk all things Fisher-Price: As we Rate all of their best toys into hilarious tiers And only an 80s and 70s fan could appreciate.
And lastly, we discuss children’s music with listener submitted selections of Raffi by listener Nick. Was Mike listening to kiss and Van Halen when he should’ve been listening to the Muppets?
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McDonald's Vs Sid and Marty Kroft (Burger Wars Kickoff)
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05/16/25 • 52 min
This week, we uncover the mysterious disappearance of beloved McDonald's
characters, debate whether Sid and Marty Krofft shows were "good-bad"
or just plain bad, and kick off our sizzling summer "Burger Wars"
segment with a deep dive into the Golden Arches.
### SEGMENT 1: "The McDonaldland Massacre" (00:00-23:30)
Introduction to McDonaldland characters: Ronald McDonald, Grimace, Hamburglar, Mayor McCheese, etc.
Timeline of characters' prominence in commercials and PlayPlaces (1971-2003)
The sudden disappearance from marketing campaigns
**THE BIG REVEAL:** The 1973 lawsuit by Sid & Marty Krofft against McDonald's
How McDonaldland characters suspiciously resembled characters from "H.R. Pufnstuf"
The $50 million copyright infringement case
McDonald's defense and eventual $1 million settlement
Legacy of the characters in pop culture
Where are they now? (Ronald's charity work, Grimace's 2023 brief revival)
### SEGMENT 2: "Krofft Power Hour"
Background on Sid and Marty Krofft Productions
Overview of major shows:
H.R. Pufnstuf (1969-1970)
Lidsville (1971-1973)
Sigmund and the Sea Monsters (1973-1975)
Land of the Lost (1974-1976)
The Krofft Supershow (1976-1978)
Electra Woman and Dyna Girl
Budget constraints vs. creative vision
Practical effects and puppetry: impressive for their time or nightmare fuel?
Cultural impact and influence on modern creators
The "Good-Bad" debate:
Case for "Good in a Crappy Way": Imaginative concepts, memorable characters, cult following
Case for "Just Crappy": Cheap production, questionable writing, bizarre storylines
Final verdict from hosts
"Burger Wars" McDonald's
*Summer Feature Introduction*
**Host Showdown Categories:**
1. **Best Menu Items of All Time**
Arguments for: Big Mac, Quarter Pounder with Cheese, Filet-O-Fish, Fries
Dark horse contender: Hot Mustard Sauce
2. **Worst Menu Items Ever**
McPizza debate
Arch Deluxe failure analysis
McLobster horror stories
McSalad Shakers trauma
3. **Best Discontinued Items**
Fried apple pies vs. baked version
McDLT ("keeps the hot side hot and the cool side cool")
McRib debate: Is it actually good or just good marketing?
Szechuan Sauce: Pre and post Rick & Morty phenomenon
4. **Breakfast Cutoff Controversy**
Historical timeline of McDonald's breakfast hours
The game-changing "All Day Breakfast" experiment (2015-2020)
Current breakfast hours (varies by location - typically ends at 10:30am or 11:00am)
Philosophical debate: Why is society against hash browns at 2pm?
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Werewolves of London Vs. An American Werewolf In London
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10/25/24 • 58 min
In this episode, we howl into the night with a deep dive into Warren Zevon’s “Werewolves of London” and its eerie connection (or lack thereof) to the 1981 horror-comedy An American Werewolf in London.
Why didn’t this 1978 hit make it onto the film’s unforgettable soundtrack? We investigate!
Next, we turn our attention to the iconic “I’m a Pepper” commercial and explore its surprising tie-ins with An American Werewolf in London.
And to wrap things up, we honor the life and legacy of Fernando Valenzuela, the legendary Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher whose career captured the heart of baseball fans everywhere.
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Greatest Comedians of the 70s and 80s "The Birth of Stand-Up"
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06/15/24 • 45 min
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The 70s vs The 80s currently has 69 episodes available.
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The podcast is about Comedy, Podcasts, Tv & Film and Film Reviews.
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The average episode length on The 70s vs The 80s is 50 minutes.
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The first episode of The 70s vs The 80s was released on Aug 16, 2020.
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