Poprocks Podcast

Yes, this is the time when Dan and Larry discuss Saturday morning cartoons, and cartoons in general, in the 80's. Plus, the Saturday morning rituals needed in order to get the full effect of these glorious animations. Another two-parter because too much fun was being had. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

Sure you're familiar with the voices of Dan and Larry, but who's this new guy you've been hearing adding his 2 cents to the conversation? Why it's Producer Dave! Join Dan and Larry as they start a new segment, "Get To Know..." And they kick it off by getting to know the shows producer, Producer Dave. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

Part 2 of a 2 part episode simply called, "Board Games of the 80's". Who doesn't love a good old fashion board game? Welcome our special guest and practically #1 fan of the show, Jacob Trimper, who is a classic board game aficionado. He's going to share some of the classic and possibly not so well known board games of the 80's along with his favorites. Dan and Larry also chime in with some of the games that were a highlight in their youth. Be sure to check out our YouTube channel to see some great pics and classic commercials of these great games. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

Part 1 of a 2 part episode simply called, "Board Games of the 80's". Who doesn't love a good old fashion board game? Welcome our special guest and practically #1 fan of the show, Jacob Trimper, who is a classic board game aficionado. He's going to share some of the classic and possibly not so well known board games of the 80's along with his favorites. Dan and Larry also chime in with some of the games that were a highlight in their youth. Be sure to check out our YouTube channel to see some great pics and classic commercials of these great games. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

Things 80's kids did that would horrify most people today. Sure Dan and Larry are opposed to those crazy things they did as kids NOW. Things like staying out until after dark, jumping bikes with no helmets, and maybe blowing up mailboxes...oops. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

For a lot of kids today, the 1980's seemed like the Dark Ages. There was no Internet, people used typewriters all the time, and there were no smartphones. So just what the heck did people do for fun during those times? Oh, Dan and Larry have some stories. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

We tried to be as healthy as possible from breakfast to lunch to dinner while living in the "Thighmaster 80's". From quick breakfast food and drinks that were part of this "complete breakfast" to lunches on the go and dinners that made it as easy on Mom as possible. Dan and Larry talk about their fond and not so fond memories of these 80's tasty treats. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

The first camcorder, the first 3D video games that eerily look like VR today, the first CD-ROM, artificial heart, disposable camera and Apple computer; these are just a few of the lasting inventions that are still used today but created in the 80's. Listen in as we discuss how everything invented then can no doubt be crammed onto our current mobile phones. Oh yeah, that was invented in the 80s as well. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

Larry and Dan revisit the world of John Hughes, this time discussing some of his NON-Brat Pack genre of movies: Planes, Trains an Automobiles and 16 Candles. AND the boys introduce you to their new producer, Producer Dave. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

Dan and Larry would like to present to you the top One Hit Wonders of the 1980's. Listen to clips from some classic 80's tunes and while the boys share their fond memories of first hearing these songs along with some fun trivia about the bands. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

Part 2 of "Tear Down That Wall" - Some big events in history took place in the 80's. Where were you when... Dan asks Larry as well as the rest of our fans who may have lived during these events, where were you? And for our kids and other "younger folk", get out your history books and follow along as we talk about world events, music, movies, that changed history. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

Some big events in history took place in the 80's. Where were you when... Dan asks Larry as well as the rest of our fans who may have lived during these events, where were you? And for our kids and other "younger folk", get out your history books and follow along as we talk about world events, music, movies, that changed history and of course... OUR FIRST CONTEST WINNER IS ANNOUNCED! Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

Good or bad, Larry commandeered this episode, why, because he insisted on leading a discussion about his hero, 80's iconic filmmaker, John Hughes. Larry and Dan just scratch the surface discussing the infamous, "Ferris Bueller's Day Off". But not without first discussing a little Spotlight on the 80's.... AND A NEW CONTEST! Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

Epic hair with plenty of ozone erasing hair spray was a must during the holiday parties of the 80s, and so were pinatas in the garage with a bunch of drinking Italians. From $40 Easter Eggs to badminton sets stuffed in Easter baskets, glued on hair for werewolf costumes, and tiny card houses for elves, join Dan and Larry in all their issues this week...and there may be a new contest mentioned! Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

We are very protective of our 80's movies. How do you feel about the recent remakes of some of these 80's classics? Too many to mention but we're going to discuss the 80's classics, "Red Dawn" and "Ghostbusters". We will be comparing and contrasting these classics and how you really shouldn't touch these amazing 80's movies. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

This episode is all about Michael Keaton. One of Dan and Larry's favorite actor from the 80's. So if you're not a Michael Keaton fan... you will be. Mr. Mom, Beetle Juice, and Batman are some of the 80's iconic movies that helped make Mr. Keaton a star. Please Dads, watch these classics with your kids...well, teens. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

Larry and Dan discuss all of the big sitcoms of the 80's. Some are their favorites and some not so much. But not without discussing Spotlight on the 80's along with a round of Stump the Lar'. And for the kids, learn the term, "Jump the Shark", and its origin. Watch Our Recap Slideshow and Video Show Content at YouTube.com/poprockspodcast Our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

We had some epic holidays; Halloween, Easter, Christmas and even Thanksgiving. Stick around and listen to stories about scaring neighborhood kids on Halloween, burying M.U.S.C.L.E. action figures in mash potatoes, and a drunk parakeet named "Polly" Go to our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Twitter is @podcast_rocks Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

Yes we know, we're always talking about video games. But hey, it's our favorite. But this time we're talking about our top 5 video arcade games. And catch full game play thru's on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/poprockspodcast Go to our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Twitter is @podcast_rocks Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com

It's time to step away from the TV and the toys and go outside. Playing outside as a kid was amazing...at least for Dan and Larry. What was that like? Playing army, making forts, climbing trees, riding bikes, shooting birds with BB guns, accidentally setting fire to stuff, throwing Apricots at cars on the highway....wait, what? Go to our Facebook page @poprockspodcast Our Instagram is @poprockspodcast Our Twitter is @podcast_rocks Our Email is poprockpodcast@gmail.com