Just can't get enough? Bad news...
The unveiling of a new Stuck in the 80s podcast episode is a Saturday tradition, I realize, but I'll end the drama for you right now: There's no new show this week.
We meant to do our tribute to Phil Collins' solo work, but frankly we ran out of time on the short holiday week. And since we didn't even get to meet Billy Squier or Colin Hay during their show on Wednesday night, we couldn't even make up a "lazy" episode.
Still, a top 5 list seems in order...
TOP 5 REAL REASONS THERE'S NO PODCAST THIS WEEK:
5. Jealous girlfriend, Ione Skye, "accidentally" deleted our tribute show to movies featuring a topless Phoebe Cates.
4. Show now sponsored by Munchos ... prompting Sean Daly to walk out.
3. Long-time listener "Six" blocking door to podcast studio until Cathy Wos returns as co-host.
2. Stuck in the '90s podcast preempted our usual recording time to record exclusive interview with M.C. Hammer.
1. We're still out shopping for size XXL red leather pants to wear to tonight's Loverboy show. Just turn me loose, baby. Turn me loose.
Relive the music, movies and culture of the greatest decade ever with Times online editor Steve Spears. A teen during the decade, Steve is obsessed with everything from Duran Duran to Journey, John Hughes to John Cusack, and parachute pants to Reaganomics.
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Damn that Ione Skye!Although a topless Phoebe Cates tribute on a radio podcast would have been weird.We would hear Sean Daly moaning half of the show.
But i warned you about Ione.I don`t like that girl,but you had to start dating her!Now no time for podcasts.Don`t blame it on the holiday!
Posted by: Miguel | July 05, 2008 at 02:15 PM
Maybe you can pose as roadies, offer to take Mike Reno's XXLs to the dry cleaners, then make a quick change, and return...
I'm sure he has dozens and the ladies in the audience will be thrilled. Just don't forget the headband, fellas!
Posted by: Rick | July 05, 2008 at 02:28 PM
"podcast wet from leaving in pocket while catching narly waves dude"
Jeff Spicoli
Posted by: surfdog | July 05, 2008 at 02:29 PM
And I get an indirect shoutout in the blog with the typo of Colin Hay to Hays! Nice!
Posted by: John Hays | July 05, 2008 at 02:39 PM
I hope you eventually do the Phil Collins podcast. You need to show those Stuck In the 90s people a little "Hammertime" of your own.
Posted by: Bassnote | July 05, 2008 at 04:55 PM
So, will the next podcast be all about Spearsy? Afterall, it is time for a birthday party. I have frosting and confetti.
Posted by: Marissa | July 05, 2008 at 06:06 PM
Marissa, nobody's interested in your wardrobe.
Posted by: | July 05, 2008 at 06:17 PM
YEA MUNCHOS, the poor man's Pringle!
(Really, Sean... What woman wants to smell
Funyun burps at a Loverboy concert???)
Posted by: Rick | July 05, 2008 at 06:18 PM
Right Marissa,birthday time for Mr. Spears(i could make a joke about his age,as Sean and lovely Cathy Wos used to,but i wont).I invited Steve to join me in Lisbon in his birthday watching Duran Duran and Beck but he doesn`t want to come over.
What happened to the lovely "Six"? She`s missed!Her MTV story on the MTV revolution episode i believe, was the best EVER.
Posted by: Miguel | July 05, 2008 at 07:29 PM
Wardrobe? Nope. Just what I have on hand to contribute for a birthday party for Spearsy.
Did you intend on being anonymous with your remark or is it a glitch in the system?
Rick, don't mess with the Funyuns, dude. They are horrifically fabulous!
Posted by: Marissa | July 05, 2008 at 07:32 PM
Birthdays are just another day on the calendar for me. There'll be nothing special for the blog or podcast on that dreaded day.
Posted by: Spears | July 05, 2008 at 07:32 PM
No,but there will Steve.You`ll have to take Sean`s jokes on you all thru the podcast.
Posted by: Miguel | July 05, 2008 at 07:36 PM
Great reference to Phoebe Cates. What summer isn't complete with her in her red bikini?
Even better for reminding the world about Munchos!!
MUNCHOS!! MUNCHOS!
And I wouldn't call them the "Poor man's Pringle." They're food for the frugally minded.
Posted by: ian | July 05, 2008 at 09:06 PM
I cant comment on Steve's age because he's only a month or so older than I am. Nothing like being born during the "summer of love" to curse your romantic prospects for all eternity, eh Spearsy??
Posted by: Douglas Arthur | July 05, 2008 at 10:57 PM
For my treatise on Funyuns visa vis Munchos, please visit Marissa's blog:
http://mentalorigami-wildhair.blogspot.com/2008/07/another-first-for-man-cub.html
You'll be so glad you did. (Well, she will anyway.)
Posted by: Rick | July 05, 2008 at 11:27 PM
I ain't giving Steve any grief about his age I'm a few months older than him.
Posted by: Bassnote | July 05, 2008 at 11:37 PM
Bummer. But I am still relatively new to this sweet site and have a good bit of catching up to do.
That said, bring on the Phil Collins podcast, baby. And has one been done on The Psychedelic Furs? They're another of my faves. Got to see them put on a rad show up here in Indy last summer.
Posted by: Blaine | July 06, 2008 at 03:29 AM
I can't resist ...
"Blaine? Blaine? That's not a name, that's a major appliance!"
Posted by: Spears | July 06, 2008 at 07:50 AM
Aww, somebody loves me!
Well said, Ducky.
Posted by: Marissa | July 06, 2008 at 11:07 AM
Whew! Gives me an extra week to keep trying to catch up. I've almost got all of 2008 done, and select 2007/2006.
Got a serious sunburn yesterday because I told myself "one podcast" and I'll go back in. Um, two and a half podcasts later, and I'm a pink-tinted Funyon.
Posted by: Michelle | July 06, 2008 at 12:38 PM
I'm with Six! If you can't bring Cathy back, how about a special with her? I miss her.
Posted by: tipps | July 06, 2008 at 12:46 PM
Michelle, I understand. SIT80s is highly addictive and should come with a warning label. And in your case, a bottle of sunscreen.
Posted by: Marissa | July 06, 2008 at 01:06 PM
Six! Where are you? Why did you leave us?
Posted by: Miguel | July 06, 2008 at 01:15 PM
So where's the review of the Loverboy show?
Posted by: | July 06, 2008 at 03:06 PM
That last one was me.
Posted by: Bassnote | July 06, 2008 at 03:07 PM
Sorry gang, I didn't hit the Loverboy show yesterday. Couple reasons. 1) I felt awful all day. 2) I had no one to go with.
Yep, sad to say but usually I'm on my own around here.
Posted by: Spears | July 06, 2008 at 03:55 PM
Exactly! I've posted here and other places under the name DoTheNeurotic1987, but I get sick of typing that sometimes. Plus my real name gets bonus points for the "Pretty in Pink" thing.
Spears, I am sorry you missed the Loverboy extravaganza. I know what it's like; sometimes I have to suck it up and attend '80s-centric shows solo.
I'd rather pass a stone than be stuck in the '90s...
Posted by: Blaine | July 06, 2008 at 05:43 PM
P.S. Frighteningly, I have reproduced, and my better half recently gave birth to a healthy (and big) boy. I consider myself Mr. '80s, at least as far as the Indianapolis metroplex goes, but I don't know jack about babies (other than seeing "She's Having a Baby" several times).
So, anyone here have tips on how to program this moppet into madly loving the '80s? I am already working on a "My First '80s Mix" CD, but don't want to wind up giving too much of a "hard sell."
Posted by: Blaine | July 06, 2008 at 06:00 PM
Along with the music I'd suggest some 80's cartoons like transformers. Specifically Transformers the movie(1986). The soundtrack is responsible for getting me to look into 80's music.
Posted by: Aaron | July 06, 2008 at 07:01 PM
Play the music frequently. Dancing along enhancing the fun aspect of it. Only have 80s movie DVDs visible. Keep anything that's non-80's hidden away.
Posted by: Marissa | July 06, 2008 at 07:40 PM
No Colin Hay? Well don't expect a reunion with Cathy then.
Posted by: Richard | July 06, 2008 at 11:03 PM
Thanks for the suggestions. Good calls. I wasn't a big "Transformers" guy, but my younger brother was; I'll have to keep one that in mind.
One of the very few bad things about the '80s is the onset of Elmo on "Sesame Street." (Am I right in thinking that red tool checked in around '85?) I'm 38 and loved watching the show in the '70s; so I can see me playing more of the old-school (read: pre-Elmo) DVD box sets they've released.
Right now, I am happy to report that sitting next to the family-room telly are seasons one and two of "Miami Vice," "Fletch," and a couple of Genesis DVDs.
The non-'80s junk around here is my wife's; I try to keep our collections segregated, if not hidden, both for my well-being and for "edutaining" guests.
Posted by: Blaine | July 06, 2008 at 11:42 PM
Marissa-I think you should be a guest host via phone just so we can hear you say "weiner."
Posted by: Michelle | July 07, 2008 at 10:02 AM
blaine - did you just refer to elmo as "that red tool?"
that's just all kinds of awesome, my friend. ;-)
Posted by: Tonianne | July 07, 2008 at 10:45 AM
Must second the appreciation of the term "that red tool" as applied to Elmo. I can't stand him for many reason, not the least of which is that I totally blame him for the decline in face time of my favorite Sesame Street fellow -- Grover.
Posted by: jane | July 07, 2008 at 12:43 PM
Jane-"The Monster at the End of This Book" is the BEST children's book.
Posted by: Michelle | July 07, 2008 at 01:53 PM
Thanks! It is my expert opinion that red doorknob single-handedly ruined a great kids' show. Glad to know I am not alone; similar to how I find this blog comforting in that I have found others who are obsessed with the '80s.
I am a big Bert-and-Ernie guy, but Grover certainly rocks, as does "The Monster at the End of This Book." If you like old-school "Sesame," I recommened the box sets they are releasing, although I believe they are not yet up to our favorite decade (set #2 covers '74-'79).
Posted by: Blaine | July 07, 2008 at 02:58 PM