Children of the 80s

Children of the 80s

Lindsay Butler

Episodes 159
Avg. Duration 1h 2m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (40)
Since May 2023
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Weekly
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Episodic
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87%
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www.spreaker.com

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Join Jim and Lindsay, a husabnd and wife team, who grew up in the awesome decade of the 80s, as they discuss movies, music, tv shows, pop culture, and all the other rad things that 1980-1989 brought us.

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S3E154 Guess the Theme: Musical Playlist

Jun 10, 2026 57m Transcript

What do some of the most memorable songs of the 1980s have in common? That’s the question we’re asking in this special playlist episode. We’ve gathered a collection of chart-toppers, party favorites,…

S3E153 Lindsay's Out...So Let's Talk 80s Crushes

Jun 03, 2026 56m Transcript

Jim makes a surprise comeback this week and teams up with Brad from the Pop Culture Yearbook Podcast for a deep dive into their 80s celebrity crushes.

S3E152 Jim’s Out… So Let’s Talk 80s Crushes

May 27, 2026 1h 8m Transcript

Jim’s still sidelined this week, so Lindsay teams up with Dave from the Totally 80s & 90s Recall podcast for a deep dive into '80s celebrity crushes! From Tiger Beat heartthrobs and sitcom dream…

S3E151 Nineteen Eighty Ten

May 20, 2026 45m Transcript

This week, Jim and Lindsay share a brief update on Jim's recovery following surgery. Since life has been a little hectic lately, we're replaying our very first Patreon-exclusive episode from January.…

S3E150 80s Stars Who Rewrote Their Story

May 06, 2026 42m Transcript

In this episode, we take a look at some of the most recognizable faces from the 1980s who took surprisingly different paths after their time in the spotlight. From Hollywood stardom to unexpected…

S3E149 80s Cartoon Theme Songs-Finals

Apr 29, 2026 1h 27m Transcript

Jim and Lindsay are joined by Dave from the Totally 80s and 90s Recall podcast, James from the Bad Movies Rule podcast and Jason from the Surely You Can't Be Serious podcast to crown a champion in…

S3E148 The 58 Hours: Baby Jessica and the Well Rescue

Apr 22, 2026 39m Transcript

On October 14, 1987, 18-month-old Jessica McClure fell into a narrow abandoned well in Midland, Texas—triggering a 58-hour rescue effort that captivated the nation. In this episode, we break down the…

S3E147 80s Cartoon Theme Songs-People Bracket

Apr 15, 2026 1h 22m Transcript

Jim and Lindsay are joined by Jason from the Dram Amateur podcast and Shawn and Jess from the Smoking Sounds podcast to pick winners for the poeple region of the 80s cartoon theme songs tournament.

S3E146 Encore: Who Wears Short Shorts?

Apr 08, 2026 51m Transcript

Enjoy this fan favorite episode from season 2 while we enjoy spring break. Jim and Lindsay are talking about iconic '80s commercials again! Toys, cars, fruit and candy bars all make the list this…

S3E145 80s Cartoon Theme Songs-Creatures Bracket

Apr 01, 2026 1h 41m Transcript

Jim and Lindsay are joined by Dave from Totally 80s and 90s Recall, Matt Cook from Spinning the Wheel, and Chris Lee from the Best Under Five to pick winners for the Creature region of the 80s…

S3E144 The Three Amigos

Mar 25, 2026 54m Transcript

Three rock legends walk into a birthday party… and yes, it’s as awesome as it sounds. When Alice Cooper celebrated 78, he was joined by Mick Fleetwood and Sammy Hagar —so we’re dubbing them The Three…

S7E143 Order in the Court: Wapner at 4

Mar 18, 2026 48m Transcript

Step into the courtroom where reality TV was born. In this episode we dive into the rise of The People’s Court the no-nonsense style of Joseph Wapner and the real-life cases that made everyday…

S3E142 80s Cartoon Theme Songs-Animals Region

Mar 11, 2026 1h 42m Transcript

Jim and Lindsay are joined by Dave and Rob from Totally 80s 90s Recall podcast and Def Dave from the Def Dave's 1984 podcast to pick winners for the animals region of the 80s cartoon theme song…

S3E141 80s Cartoon Theme Songs-Aliens and Robots Region

Mar 04, 2026 1h 34m Transcript

Jim and Lindsay are joined by James from Bad Movies Rule, Brad from Pop Culture Yearbook, and Justin from Pop Culture Reflections to pick winners for the aliens/robots region of the 80s cartoon theme…

S3E140 Hold Please...The 80s Are on the Line

Feb 25, 2026 54m Transcript

Before smartphones and texting, life came with cords, coins, and the occasional busy signal. In this episode, we dial back to the 1980s to revisit the everyday things that were once totally normal —…

S3E139 80s Hits: From TV to Top 40

Feb 18, 2026 1h 1m Transcript

In the 1980s, TV and movie stars weren’t content to just act — they wanted to top the music charts too. We’re diving into the hits, the flops, and the most surprising singles you forgot actors ever…

S3E138 Top 80s hits: Slow Dance at the Middle School Gym

Feb 11, 2026 1h 12m Transcript

Break out the slow-dance moves and the dramatic stares — we’re diving into the sappiest love songs of the ’80s. This Valentine’s special is packed with soaring ballads, big key changes, and…

S3E137 Top 80s Hits: Anti-Valentine's Day Songs

Feb 04, 2026 1h 12m Transcript

Roses are overrated. This week we flip the script with a playlist of top 80s hits that rage, brood, stalk, and side-eye Valentine’s Day. From broken hearts to bitter anthems, these songs prove love…

S3E136 When a Serial Killer Crossed Pop Culture

Jan 28, 2026 45m Transcript

Three future stars. One serial killer. In this episode, we explore chilling near-misses involving Debbie Harry, Anne Boylen, and Kurt Russell—all unknowingly brushing up against Ted Bundy before fame…

S3E135 Childhood Nostalgia: Snow Days in the 1980s

Jan 21, 2026 48m Transcript

No school, local TV listings, and a whole day that felt like a surprise holiday. In this episode, we take a warm, nostalgic trip back to snow days in the 1980s—from waiting for your school to scroll…

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