The 70s vs The 80s
“There comes a time in each person’s life where you can no longer avoid the divisive controversies of the ages- Lou Feringo Vs Christopher Reeves….Big Mac Vs The Whopper….Bo & Luke Duke Vs Coy & Vance….Hubba Bubba Vs Bubble Yum….Star Wars Vs Empire….Rocky vs Rocky IV….Fruit Loops Vs Trix…New Coke Vs Crystal Pepsi… We are not afraid to take on these Controversial topics of our era - The 1970s and 1980s”
Episodes
In this fast-paced episode of The 70s Vs The 80s, we drop the puck
(and the puck-shaped paddles) on two iconic arcade games: Bubble Hockey
and Air Hockey. We ask the experts: where do these legendary tables rank
in the all-time pantheon of games? You might think of them as glorified
rec room relics—but wait until you hear how high one of them scores on
the leaderboard of greatness. Spoiler: one has a cult following you
didn’t even ...
This week’s episode is a wild ride through unexpected musical
theories, fast food rivalries, and a heartfelt tribute to a classic TV
star. Buckle up for a multi-course serving of nostalgia and surprises.
Segment 1: “Raspberry Seger?”
Prince’s Raspberry Beret turns 40 this summer, but here’s the
question we can’t stop asking: Did Prince write that song in the style
of… Bob Seger? Is this a legit theory or a full-on Mandel...
This week!
From iconic wheels to flame-broiled beef
to beloved comedic legends, we’re covering it all.
Segment 1: Pop Culture’s Most Iconic Vehicles
The cars that became characters themselves
We tackle the burning questions that keep pop culture nerds up at night:
• What makes a vehicle truly iconic in pop culture? We debate the
criteria that elevates a car from simple transportation to cultural
phenomenon
• The ultimate tragic hero o...
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 charact...
Join Spunky Comstock and Wolfman Mike as they trade city lights for cornfields and hit the Iowa backroads to settle the ultimate 70s vs 80s showdown—Midwestern style!
🏁 00:00 | Welcome to the Roadtrip
Spunky and Wolfman rev up the engine in a vintage Mini Van
Roadtrip rules: no GPS, all gut instinct, and plenty of ’80s power ballads
🛞 03:30 | Flat at the Field of Dreams
Unexpected detour: a flat tire right in t...
In this episode, it’s a battle of the titans as Mean Mark from the Or Is It podcast joins Wolfman Mike and Spunky Comstock to settle the ultimate nerd debate: Marvel vs. DC. Who’s got the better cinematic universe, and which brand rules the small screen? Then, in segment two, we dive deep into the heroic history of Underoos and ask the important question—what Underoos would be age-appropriate (and socially acceptable) for grown men...
In this episode of The 70s Vs The 80s, we step up to the plate for a wild ride through Little League memories, boxing greatness, and the ultimate baseball bat battle!
Segment 1: Bad News Bears vs. Brian & Mike’s Little League Antics
The 1976 classic The Bad News Bears set the standard for misfit baseball teams, but how does it compare to Brian and Mike’s real-life Little League stories? Spoiler alert: their experiences might be e...
Join us this week as Derek from the "Or Is It?" podcast steps into the ring to explore the golden WrestleMania era of professional wrestling! Derek pulls back the curtain on the real-life feuds, backstage drama, and legendary debauchery that defined this iconic period in wrestling history.
Then, in our second segment, Derek challenges hosts Mike, and Spunky Comstock to an exciting trivia showdown. Play along at home as they attempt ...
- Watch…Tape…or skip television shows from 1975 & 1985.(Spunky Comstock & Wolfman bring the controversy .)
- “Mike’s Moon Boot Memories Minute.”
(Mike explains how he “still hears the screams at night sometimes” of this hilarious moon boot story.)
- Wait Brian had a Mini Fenway Park Green Monster in his basement?
- KISS solo albums.
(How bad were they?…did you ever play ...
Nintendo Nostalgia & Beach Mysteries"
Get ready for a totally radical episode as we dive deep into gaming history and solve a decades-old mystery that would make even Scooby-Doo jealous!
SEGMENT 1: SUPER MARIO TURNS 40 Special guest Matt Munzen, retro gaming expert extraordinaire, joins us to celebrate four decades of everyone's favorite plumber! Journey back to the golden age of Nintendo as we explore: - The revolutionary impa...
In this episode of “The 70s Vs The 80s,” hosts Spunky Comstock and Wolfman Mike delve into the iconic moments and memorabilia that defined football in the 1970s and 1980s. They revisit the legendary 1975 “Hail Mary” game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Minnesota Vikings—a moment that still resonates deeply with them. The discussion also explores the evolution of football-themed games, contrasting the tactile excitement of Electr...
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 i...
Episode 60: Sneaker Legacy & 80s Music Royalty
Lace up for a deep dive into one of the most revolutionary moments in footwear history! As Air Jordans celebrate their 40th anniversary, Brian and Mike explore how a rookie's signature shoe changed not just basketball, but global fashion forever. From banned colorways to Mars Blackmon, we trace the DNA of sneaker culture's crown jewel. Plus, who exactly was the mysterious Chuck Tayl...
In this episode, we set sail on smooth waters with a deep dive into HBO Max’s yacht rock documentary. We ask the hard-hitting question: Did MTV kill yacht rock? While we didn’t settle on a definitive Mount Rushmore of yacht rock legends, we discuss some major contenders like Michael McDonald, Toto, Steely Dan, Kenny Loggins, and Christopher Cross.
Mike joins us for a hilarious “Misheard Lyric Minute,” where we unravel so...
This week, we take a hilariously irreverent look at the celebrity afterlife as we imagine a celestial selection committee deciding which stars earned their VIP pass through the pearly gates in 2024.
From backstage bickering between Saint Peter and an overly opinionated guardian angel to the Hollywood-style red carpet arrivals, we rank the iconic figures who joined the big afterparty in the sky.
Did your favorite late legend make...
We talk the “Turkey Drop” episode of “WKRP in Cincinnati.” Is it the greatest Thanksgiving episode in the history of television, or is it simply the greatest episode in tv history period?
We laugh along with this comedic masterpiece.
Then, we play a lightening round of the hit new game “Every Rose Has it’s Thorn” as we ask the surprising difficult questions, “It is it Pete Rose or Axl Rose?”
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The Sitties: Celebrating Women in Classic Sitcoms
Episode Summary:
We’re rolling out the red carpet for our first-ever “Sitties” Awards, honoring the unforgettable women of classic sitcoms who redefined comedy and left a lasting mark on television! Join us as we hand out awards in categories that showcase what made these sitcoms so iconic.
Sitties Categories:
- Best Female Lead: Celebrating the actresses whose performanc...
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 Lo...
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 betwe...
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 hilario...
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