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Rediscover The 80s

Jason Gross

Rediscover the 80s is your retro news and talk station hosted by Jason and Wyatt. Listen to the "Memory Jogger" talk show for a Gen X mind jolt. "The 80s Weekly" delivers the latest retro pop culture headlines with reaction. "Rediscovered" reviews obscure TV, film, and animation from the '80s. Plus, more specialty shows!

139 - Rediscover the 80s: Tribute to Jason Gross

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139 - Rediscover the 80s: Tribute to Jason Gross
Join Wyatt Bloom and our honored guest as we commemorate October 25th as Jason Gross day! It is on this date in which our much-loved Jason left this world and we treasure him by reminiscing of fond memories with him.
Fri, 25 Oct 2024
138 - Rediscover the 80s - Interview with Brian Cave
Join us in an informative interview with Brian Cave. He is the author of Old School Evil and Old School Evil: The Rejects
Tue, 20 Aug 2024
137 - Retrocon 2024 - Simulcast
Retrocon 2024 Preview of the event hosted a the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA
Wed, 31 Jul 2024
136 - Rediscover the 80s: Interview with Tamara Dever - Totally Cool 80s
Wyatt Bloom interviews Tamara Dever of Totally Cool 80s and discusses her two books Ultimate Mix Tape and Ultimate Mix Tape Side B.
Wed, 03 Jul 2024
135 - Memory Jogger 56- Living in the 80s outside the US
In this episode of Memory Jogger, we invite friends from outside the United States to learn about their experiences living through the 1980s and early 1990s. We discuss common topics such as television to include the DJ Kat Show, canned and ready meals like Fish Balls, drinks, and so much more.
Sat, 13 Apr 2024
134 - Memory Jogger 54- Tribute to Jason Gross
Join Wyatt Bloom as he provides a tribute to our beloved founder, co-host, and fellow nostalgia fan Jason Gross. This podcast is the audio companion to the youtube video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsAYknkwbBw) wherein we add a few audio clips. Thank you for being a part of this tribute and saluting our friend, Jason Gross!
Thu, 28 Dec 2023
133 - Retro Con 2023 Wrap Up
Jason and Wyatt wrap up Retro Con 2023 with their experiences from the show this past weekend. You'll hear about their interactions with celebrity guests, meeting friends in the retro community, and of course, all the toys that were seen (and purchased!)
For more information about the show, please visit Retrocons.com
Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com or tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb with your comments.
Fri, 15 Sep 2023
132 - Rediscovered - Body Slam
Jason and Wyatt return for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast series reviewing obscure TV, moves, and cartoons from the '80s. Episode 12 reviews the 1986 movie Body Slam starring Dirk Benedict, Tanya Roberts, and Roddy Piper. This action comedy follows a down-on-his-luck music manager whose luck changes when he mistakenly begins to also managing a wrestling tag team.
Our podcast goes in depth on the film including its development, cast and crew, and home video history. We'll also give our review including our favorite/least favorite characters and scenes and an overall rating of rediscovering the movie or leaving it in the past.
We also welcome your comments on Body Slam and any suggestions for TV shows, movies, or cartoons for us to review in future episodes. Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
Sun, 27 Aug 2023
131 - Memory Jogger - Looney Tunes
In this episode of Memory Jogger, the randomizer chooses the topic of Looney Tunes! Jason and Wyatt remember their favorite characters and some specific times they watched the animated shorts as kids. We talk about many of the characters, the voice talents of Mel Blanc, specials that aired on TV in the '70s and '80s and even touch the Space Jam movies.
Did we jog any memories about Looney Tunes? What were your favorite characters? Tell us about your experiences either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode. Leave a message here → https://telb.ee/rd80s
Tue, 22 Aug 2023
130 - Retro Con 2023 Preview
Jason and Wyatt preview the most awesome comic con ever, Retro Con 2023! Get the scoop on all the celebrity guests, contests, events, and venue itself in this preview show.
For more information and to order weekend passes, please visit Retrocons.com
Show dates are Sept 9-10 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA.
Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com or tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb with your comments.
Mon, 14 Aug 2023
129 - Rediscovered - Last Plane Out
Jason and Wyatt return for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast reviewing obscure TV, moves, and cartoons from the '80s. Episode 11 reviews the 1983 movie Last Plane Out starring Jan-Michael Vincent. Based on a true story, this political drama follows a reporter covering the Nicaraguan revolution in the late '70s who gets caught between enemy lines.
Our podcast goes in depth on the film including its origin, cast and crew, and box office history. We'll also give you our review including our favorite/least favorite characters and scenes and then an overall rating of rediscovering the movie or leaving it in the past.
We also welcome your comments on Last Plane Out and any suggestions for TV shows, movies, or cartoons for us to review in future episodes. Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
Thu, 15 Jun 2023
128 - Memory Jogger: Stand-Up Comics
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In this episode of Memory Jogger, the randomizer chooses the topic of Stand-Up Comics! Jason and Wyatt remember some of their favorite comedy acts from the 80s, 90s, and up through today. We talk about some specials we recorded from Showtime, watching comics on Star Search and The Tonight Show, and also some of the comics we've seen live over the past several years.
Did we jog any memories about stand-up comedy? Tell us about your experiences either by commenting to our show notes on Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
Tue, 18 Apr 2023
127 - Rediscovered - Club Paradise
Jason and Wyatt return for another episode of "Rediscovered," a podcast reviewing obscure TV, moves, and cartoons from the '80s. Episode 10 reviews the 1986 movie Club Paradise starring Robin Williams. Directed by Harold Ramis, the island comedy is considered a box office flop despite having a great cast of comedians.
Our podcast goes in depth on the film including its origin, cast and crew, and box office history. We'll also give you our review including our favorite/least favorite characters/scenes and then an overall rating of a recommendation to rediscover the movie or leave it in the past.
We also welcome your comments on Club Paradise and any suggestions for TV shows, movies, or cartoons for us to review in future episodes. Visit our show notes at Rediscoverthe80s.com, tweet us @RD80s and @infamouswb or Leave us a VOICEMAIL and we'll respond to it on our next episode → https://telb.ee/rd80s
Sat, 18 Mar 2023
126 - Memory Jogger: G.I. Joe
In this episode, Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of G.I. Joe!
Mon, 06 Feb 2023
125 - Memory Jogger - Run-D.M.C.
In this episode, Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of listening to Run-D.M.C. back in the day.
Tue, 24 Jan 2023
124 - Memory Jogger: Matchbox Cars
In this episode, Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of Matchbox and Hot Wheels toy cars.
Mon, 09 Jan 2023
123 - Memory Jogger: Winter Memories
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt jog their Winter memories growing up in PA.
Fri, 23 Dec 2022
122 - 1982 Sears Wish Book Shopping Spree
Jason, Wyatt, and special guest Chad go on a shopping spree through the 1982 Sears Wish Book.
Mon, 19 Dec 2022
121 - Memory Jogger: Thanksgiving
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt jog their Thanksgiving memories.
Thu, 24 Nov 2022
120 - The 80s Weekly - Issue 15
Jason and Wyatt react to headlines taken from Issue 15 of The 80s Weekly newsletter.
Tue, 22 Nov 2022
119 - Memory Jogger: The Munsters
In this Memory Jogger episode, the randomizer chooses The Munsters to jog Jason and Wyatt's memories.
Wed, 16 Nov 2022
118 - The 80s Weekly - Issue 14
Jason and Wyatt react to headlines taken from Issue 14 of The 80s Weekly newsletter.
Mon, 14 Nov 2022
117 - Memory Jogger: Transformers/Gobots
In this Memory Jogger episode, the randomizer chooses Transformers and Gobots to jog Jason and Wyatt's memories.
Fri, 04 Nov 2022
116 - The 80s Weekly - Issue 12
Jason and Wyatt react to headlines taken from Issue 12 of The 80s Weekly newsletter.
Mon, 31 Oct 2022
115 - The 80s Weekly - Issue 11
Jason and Wyatt react to headlines taken from Issue 11 of The 80s Weekly newsletter.
Wed, 26 Oct 2022
114 - Memory Jogger: Homecoming 2022
Jason and Wyatt tell about their homecoming journey to PA and the nostalgia they experienced.
Wed, 19 Oct 2022
113 - Memory Jogger: Bill Murray
In this Memory Jogger episode, the randomizer chooses actor Bill Murray to jog Jason and Wyatt's memories.
Thu, 13 Oct 2022
112 - Memory Jogger: Star Wars
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of Star Wars.
Tue, 27 Sep 2022
111 - Memory Jogger: Grandparents
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of Grandparents.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022
110 - Memory Jogger: ALF
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of ALF.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022
109 - Retro Con 2022 Preview
Jason and Wyatt give a preview of Retro Con 2022, the pop culture and memorabilia show catered all things retro (especially from the '80s.)
Mon, 05 Sep 2022
108 - Memory Jogger: Michael J. Fox
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of actor Michael J. Fox.
Thu, 18 Aug 2022
107 - Memory Jogger: PSA Commercials
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of PSA commercials.
Mon, 25 Jul 2022
106 - Memory Jogger: Slot Cars
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of slot car racing.
Sat, 02 Jul 2022
105 - Memory Jogger: Robin Williams
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of actor and comedian Robin Williams.
Tue, 21 Jun 2022
104 - Memory Jogger: Memorial For Our Friend 'Leaf'
Jason and Wyatt memorialize their childhood friend Leaf who they reference often during Memory Jogger.
Tue, 07 Jun 2022
103 - Memory Jogger: Scary Movies
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of Scary Movies.
Wed, 01 Jun 2022
102 - Memory Jogger: The A-Team
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of The A-Team.
Tue, 17 May 2022
101 - Memory Jogger: Movies That Never Get Old
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of Movies That Never Get Old.
Tue, 10 May 2022
100 - Memory Jogger: Ernest P. Worrell
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of Ernest P. Worrell.
Wed, 04 May 2022
99 - Memory Jogger: John Hughes Movies
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of John Hughes movies.
Tue, 26 Apr 2022
98 - Memory Jogger: Superheroes
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of superheroes.
Tue, 12 Apr 2022
97 - Memory Jogger: Educational Toys
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of educational toys.
Tue, 05 Apr 2022
96 - Memory Jogger: Pee-Wee Herman
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of Pee-Wee Herman.
Mon, 21 Mar 2022
95 - Memory Jogger: The Dukes of Hazzard
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of The Dukes of Hazzard.
Mon, 14 Mar 2022
94 - Memory Jogger: Compact Discs
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of Compacts Discs.
Mon, 28 Feb 2022
93 - Memory Jogger: Chevy Chase
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt pull the random topic of actor Chevy Chase.
Tue, 22 Feb 2022
92 - Memory Jogger: Teenage Hobbies
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt get the random topic of teenage hobbies and collections.
Mon, 14 Feb 2022
91 - Memory Jogger: Monster Trucks
In this Memory Jogger episode, Jason and Wyatt randomly select the topic of Monster Trucks.
Mon, 07 Feb 2022
90 - Twisted Christmas Album Review
Jason and Wyatt rediscover the 1988 comedy album "Twisted Christmas" by Bob Rivers.
Tue, 21 Dec 2021
89 - Retro Con 2021 Review
Join Jason and Wyatt as they review their experience at Retro Con 2021!
Fri, 01 Oct 2021
88 - Memory Jogger: Breakfast Cereal Commercials
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt remember '80s breakfast cereals and specifically, cereal commercials.
Wed, 03 Mar 2021
87 - Rediscovered - Secret of the Sword Movie
Episode 9 of Rediscovered reviews the 1985 animated movie Secret of the Sword starring He-man and She-ra.
Sun, 30 Aug 2020
85 - Rediscovered - Camp Candy
Episode 8 of Rediscovered reviews the 1989-92 animated series Camp Candy starring John Candy.
Wed, 10 Jun 2020
84 - Memory Jogger: Early TV Memories and Cable Channels
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt remember what TV was like in the '80s.
Wed, 22 Apr 2020
83 - Rediscovered - Hey Vern, It's Ernest!
Episode 7 of Rediscovered covers the 1988 TV series Hey Vern, It's Ernest! starring Jim Varney.
Thu, 16 Apr 2020
82 - Rediscovered - Little Monsters
The 6th episode of Rediscovered covers the 1989 feature film Little Monsters starring Fred Savage and Howie Mandell.
Sun, 08 Dec 2019
81 - Memory Jogger: Home Video Game Consoles
In this episode of the Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt dig deep into their memory banks to remember their home video game consoles.
Thu, 10 Oct 2019
80 - Retro Con 2019 - Wrap Up Podcast
Join Jason and Wyatt as they review their experience at Retro Con 2019!
Sun, 22 Sep 2019
79 - Memory Jogger: Department Stores and Malls
On episode 19 of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt remember remember department stores and mall from their childhood.
Wed, 04 Sep 2019
78 - Rediscovered - Filmation's Ghostbusters
The 5th episode of Rediscovered covers the 1986 animated television series "Ghostbusters" by Filmation.
Fri, 02 Aug 2019
77 - Memory Jogger: Times of the Telephone
On episode 18 of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt remember what telephones were like growing up in the 80s.
Thu, 13 Jun 2019
76 - Rank 'Em - 1989 TV Shows
Jason welcomes back "The Retro Rambler" Mickey Yarber to rank our favorite 1989 TV shows.
Wed, 17 Apr 2019
75 - Rank 'Em - 1989 Movies
Jason welcomes back Chad E. Young to rank our favorite movies released in 1989 with a special Top 10 edition.
Tue, 05 Mar 2019
74 - Memory Jogger: Hometown Restaurants and Forgotten Foods
On episode 17 of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt recollect their favorite childhood restaurants and some long-lost foods.
Sat, 09 Feb 2019
73 - Rediscovered - Street Hawk
Episode 4 of Rediscovered reviews the man...the machine...1985 TV series Street Hawk!
Wed, 02 Jan 2019
72 - 1984 Montgomery Ward Christmas Catalog Shopping Spree
In this special edition of the RD80s Podcast, Jason welcomes longtime friend Wyatt Bloom to go on a shopping spree through the 1984 Montgomery Ward Christmas catalog!
Mon, 24 Dec 2018
71 - 1988 Sears Wishbook Shopping Spree
In this special edition of the RD80s Podcast, Jason invites Chad from Horror Movie BBQ to go on a shopping spree through the 1988 Sears Wishbook!
Thu, 13 Dec 2018
70 - Retro Con 2018 Review
Jason & Wyatt welcome Bill Faries of Matt-Trakker.com to discuss their experience at Retro Con 2018.
Fri, 26 Oct 2018
69 - Memory Jogger: Card and Board Games
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt dig deep to remember the card and board games they grew up with.
Mon, 08 Oct 2018
68 - Rank 'Em - TMNT Episodes
Jason welcomes back Brian Cave from OldSchoolEvil.com to rank our favorite Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles episodes from the 1987 animated series.
Thu, 27 Sep 2018
67 - Memory Jogger: Memory Box Treasures
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt pull their memory boxes out of storage and reveal the treasures kept over the years.
Sun, 16 Sep 2018
66 - Rediscovered - Bail Out
The third episode of Rediscovered, Jason and Wyatt review the 1989 direct-to-video movie Bail Out starring David Hasselhoff and Linda Blair.
Wed, 05 Sep 2018
65 - Memory Jogger: Working in Radio
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt revisit their time working in radio during the mid to late '90s.
Mon, 03 Sep 2018
64 - Rediscovered - Pole Position Animated Series
In the second episode of Rediscovered, Jason & Wyatt review the 1984 animated series Pole Position.
Tue, 28 Aug 2018
63 - 80s Pop Culture Dedications - Volume 1
Listen as host Jason shows off his audio skills and mashes up '80s songs with your favorite pop culture characters!
Wed, 22 Aug 2018
62 - Rank 'Em - Toylines of the '80s
Jason welcomes Chad E. Young from Horror Movie BBQ back to rank our favorite toylines from the entire 1980s decade.
Thu, 16 Aug 2018
61 - Rank 'Em - 1988 TV Shows
Jason welcomes "The Retro Rambler" Mickey Yarber to rank our favorite TV shows that were released in 1988.
Fri, 03 Aug 2018
60 - Memory Jogger: Game Shows
Jason and Wyatt jog their memories of game shows past in this episode of Memory Jogger.
Wed, 18 Jul 2018
59 - Rank 'Em - 1988(ish) Albums
Jason welcomes Corey Chapman, host of The Chap Report, to rank our favorite albums that were released (or were popular) in 1988.
Thu, 28 Jun 2018
58 - Rank 'Em - 1988 Movies
Jason welcomes back Chad E. Young to rank our favorite movies that were released in 1988.
Thu, 07 Jun 2018
57 - Rank 'Em - 1987 TV Shows
Jason welcomes welcomes frequent collaborator Wyatt Bloom to rank our favorite TV shows that debuted in 1987.
Mon, 21 May 2018
56 - Rediscovered - The Highwayman
In the first episodes of the new show "Rediscovered", Jason and Wyatt cover the short-lived 1987-88 TV movie and series The Highwayman.
Mon, 14 May 2018
55 - Memory Jogger: Mixtapes
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason and Wyatt dig through boxes of old mixtapes to see what they've recorded over the years.
Sun, 08 Apr 2018
54 - Rank 'Em - '80s Cartoon Theme Songs
Jason welcomes Brian Cave of Old School Evilto rank the Top 5 '80s cartoon theme songs.
Thu, 29 Mar 2018
53 - Memory Jogger: School Field Trips
In this episode of Memory Jogger, Jason & Wyatt remember their school field trips over the years.
Sun, 18 Mar 2018
52 - Memory Jogger: First Jobs
Jason and Wyatt discuss their first paying jobs from high school and including a time when we worked together at the local radio station WCPA/WQYX in Clearfield, PA.
Tue, 24 Oct 2017
51 - Retro Con 2017 Wrap-Up Podcast
Wyatt and Jason recap their experience at Retro Con 2017.
Fri, 20 Oct 2017
50 - Memory Jogger: County Fair Memories
Episode 9 of Memory Jogger is all about our county fair memories.
Tue, 18 Jul 2017
49 - Memory Jogger: Saturday Morning Commercials
In this special episode of Memory Jogger, Wyatt and Jason remember Saturday mornings and specifically the commercials that would play between our favorite cartoon shows.
Sat, 10 Jun 2017
48 - Rank 'Em - 1987 Movies
The RD80s Podcast debuts a new show Rank 'Em featuring host Jason Gross and a guest ranking a Top 5 from the '80s.
Sat, 29 Apr 2017
47 - Memory Jogger: Early Driving Memories
Episode 8 of Memory Jogger is all about our early memories of driving, fantasy cars, and the first cars we owned.
Wed, 26 Apr 2017
46 - Memory Jogger: School Stories
Episode 7 of Memory Jogger is an extensive trip back to Jason and Wyatt's school days.
Fri, 10 Mar 2017
45 - Memory Jogger: 1980s Crushes
In this special episode of Memory Jogger, Wyatt and Jason discuss their childhood crushes from the '80s.
Thu, 02 Mar 2017
44 - Memory Jogger: Toybox Inventory
Episode 6 of Memory Jogger is an inventory of Jason & Wyatt's childhood toyboxes.
Sat, 28 Jan 2017
43 - Memory Jogger: 1980s Innovations
In this special episode of Memory Jogger, Wyatt and Jason discuss innovations from the 80s and how they impacted their lives.
Tue, 17 Jan 2017
42 - Memory Jogger: VHS Recordings
Memory Jogger Episode 5 is all about Jason & Wyatt's VHS recordings through the years.
Mon, 02 Jan 2017
41 - Memory Jogger: Top Christmas Gifts
Memory Jogger Episode 4 is all about Christmas memories, in particular the top gifts we received as kids!
Wed, 14 Dec 2016
40 - Memory Jogger: Nickelodeon
Episode 3 of the Memory Jogger Podcast is all about our Nickelodeon memories!
Fri, 02 Dec 2016
39 - Memory Jogger: Road Trip To 40
In this special episode, Jason and Wyatt discuss their recent road trip that took place a few days before Jason's 40th birthday.
Wed, 16 Nov 2016

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