From Reels to Real: The Influence of 80s College-Themed TV Shows on Student Expectations
The 1980s brought a wave of iconic college-themed TV shows that shaped how many perceive the college experience. These shows depicted a unique blend of academic challenges, social adventures, and personal growth, often leaving a lasting impression on viewers. Whether you were drawn to the camaraderie of “The Facts of Life” or the hijinks of “Saved by the Bell: The College Years,” these shows had a way of making...
Synth and Study: How 80s Music Influenced College Campus Life
The 1980s were a transformative period for music, with synth-heavy sounds dominating the airwaves and influencing various aspects of culture, including college life. Bands like Depeche Mode, The Cure, and Duran Duran became the soundtrack for a generation of students navigating their academic and social lives. These iconic sounds not only defined a musical era but also made a significant impact on college campuses. As you dive into...
The Culture of the 1980s: Music, Style, and More
The 1980s were a transformative decade, bursting with vibrant colors, eclectic sounds, and bold fashion statements. It was a time when cultural boundaries were pushed, and self-expression became a central theme. From the rise of iconic music genres to the evolution of fashion trends, the ’80s left an indelible mark on pop culture. This decade was not just about the aesthetics; it was about an attitude—a spirit of rebellion,...
The Most Popular Games of the 1980s
Every decade of the last century brought some changes in people’s lives, and of course, the 1980s are no exception. During this period, the planet witnessed some new trends that were unknown until then. For example, in this decade, the boom of popular culture reached its peak. Young (and not so young) people were amazed at the new concept in music videos. Of course, you probably also remember some of the blockbuster movies from...
The 7 Most Iconic 1980s Movie Scenes Set in a Bar
The 1980s were full of amazing movies, some of which have become classics and are still watched to this day. For example, almost everyone has seen Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Labyrinth, and A Christmas Story. While some movies are memorable because of their plot, others became famous for short scenes. If you’ve ever wondered why so many movies have bar scenes, it’s because a bar setting allows for infinite creativity to develop the...
Field of Dreams and Nostalgia’s Magic Waters
By Mark Dursin The end of the Major League Baseball season got my thinking about last June, when I went back in time. When my wife had asked me what I wanted to do for Father’s Day, I was initially stumped. Then I found out that a local theater was showing Field of Dreams, to commemorate the film’s 30th anniversary, and I knew exactly what I wanted to do. I mean… spending Father’s Day watching on the big screen a classic...
The “Fire” Still Burns: A “We Didn’t Start the Fire” 30th-Anniversary Quiz
By Mark Dursin Thirty years ago, in late September 1989, Billy Joel released “We Didn’t Start the Fire”— to the delight of high school social studies teachers and the disgust (eventually) of Billy Joel himself. The song— Billy Joel’s rapid-fire recollection of world events from 1949 (the year he was born) to 1989– set the Billboard charts ablaze, finally reaching the No 1 spot in December; in fact, it ended up being Joel’s final No. 1...
Janet Jackson Makes Her Way To Vegas
Janet Jackson, is taking over the Las Vegas Strip with her headlining residency Metamorphosis beginning Friday, May 17 at Park Theater at Park MGM resort. Metamorphosis peels back the layers of the immensely private life of Janet Jackson, sharing her transformation from a young girl with issues of self-esteem to global icon. The centerpiece of the show, will be Janet herself, electrifying visuals, explosive dance numbers,...
Pop Culture Past: Top 5 Teen Magazines of the 80s
According to Quartz, 95% of people under 25 years have read a print or digital magazine within the past six months. This indicates that teen magazines are still trendy today as they were in the 20th century. What comes into your mind about the 80s? The Sylvester Stallone movies or the famous bold hairstyles and silhouettes? Well, it was a time of teen fashion, music, hair, and celebrity culture-the youth never ran short of vibe. Back...
5 Best Gambling Movies from the 1980s
Do movies about gambling invoke images of Las Vegas in your mind? I bet you’d be surprised to learn that Australia is the biggest gambling country in the world. Why then are very few gambling movies set down under? While the answer to that question is better directed at movie producers, one thing is certain…gambling movies are a popular genre. Who doesn’t love to watch Hollywood actors lay it all on the line and...
80s Nostalgia: The Winning Formula
80s nostalgia is littered throughout films from the 90s-today. There is this winning formula that it provides and there have been a number of shows/films that are proof of that. 80s Nostalgia: The Winning Formula One big standout is Stranger Things and in a recent article, the exploration of how 80s nostalgia endures makes plenty of sense out of this seemingly winning formula. “We’ve all seen a resurgence of interest in the...
‘Riverdale’ 80s-Set Episode is in The Works
The CW network isn’t just reviving pop culture from the 80s, it’s also going to bring the 80s to one of its most recent hits. In a new report, we have learned that a Riverdale 80s-set episode is in the works. Riverdale is the new hit that is based on characters from the Archie comics. ‘Riverdale’ 80s-Set Episode is in The Works While the show is taking a much different approach when it comes to the storyline on...
80s Wins Best Pop Music Sound Over the 90s
When it comes to producing pop hits, the 80s seems to be quite the giant. After putting the two decades against one another, a recent report claimed that the 80s wins when it comes to producing the better pop hits, when compared to the hits of the 90s. 80s Wins Best Pop Music Sound Over the 90s “While there is much love and respect for Nirvana and Mariah Carey and Garth Brooks and Green Day (and very little for the Backstreet...
80s Toys Kids Today Need to Know
When it comes to the nostalgia driven 80s, it’s not just fashion and pop culture that drives it. There are a number of 80s toys kids today need to know and a recent article highlighted a couple of awesome ones for sure. 80s Toys Kids Today Need to Know “Millennial moms and dads who are expecting their first child have plans to keep Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood and Sesame Street on as background noise in their...
Arstechnica Tests Today’s Youth on 80s Tech
There is nothing more hilarious that trying to watch today’s youth figure out 80s music and pop culture. So we thought. Arstechnica tested some of today’s youth on 80s tech we all know and love. The results? Pure comedy and something you’ll definitely love. “It’s fascinating watching the kids confront tech that was commonplace when I was their age. Actually, by the time I turned ten, it was 1988 and CDs...
