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Children of the 80s

Children of the 80s

By: Lindsay Butler
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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.Copyright Lindsay Butler Art Music Social Sciences
Episodes
  • The Christmas That Saved Video Games

    The Christmas That Saved Video Games
    Dec 24 2025
    In 1985, video games were considered dead. In this episode, we look at why the Nintendo Entertainment System wasn’t just another console, but a carefully designed comeback plan. We revisit the chaos of the pre-NES era, the loss of trust after Atari’s collapse, and how Nintendo rebuilt confidence with the Seal of Quality, smart marketing, and games that actually delivered.

    Stick around until the very end of the episode for a little Easter egg, er, Christmas present from us.
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Encore: Christmas Songs of the 1980s

    Encore: Christmas Songs of the 1980s
    Dec 17 2025
    The flu has hit Children of the 80s so enjoy this Christmas episode from Season 2 while we recover from this hellish bug.

    It's an episode chock full of Christmas cheer! Jim and Lindsay discuss classic songs performed in a new way and also new songs released in the 80s that have become traditional Christmas hits.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Totally 80s Christmas Playlist

    Totally 80s Christmas Playlist
    Dec 10 2025
    In this episode, we’re diving into the best Christmas songs from 1980s movies — the classics that made us laugh, cry, and sing along with the TV on full blast. From feel-good favorites to unexpected gems, we’ll explore how these iconic tracks captured the spirit of the season in true 80s style. Grab some eggnog, press play, and join us for a trip down holiday memory lane!

    Listen to our Spotify Playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7EzWaxAOrMsX4JVI2Qewjp?si=mnn5ZXJhQTCRtAmVZIBeJQ
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    1 hr and 5 mins
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