Will, Kat and Jon share their experiences playing video games in their youths. Then, Will chats with author Alyse Knorr about her book “Super Mario Bros. 3” and the impact the game had on her life. Introduction – 0:00 Interview – 13:19 Become a patron at www.patreon.com/1980snow. For more episodes of 1980s Now and information about the show visit www.1980snow.com Learn more about Jon’s podcast

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including the “Tron” sequel 3 is in limbo again, a possible Cobra Kai Reunion in 30 year, and the urban legend behind a “Young Guns” sequel. Then, trio uncovers the truth behind some of the 1980s urban legends that haunted us as kids. Introduction – 00:00 1980s News – 03:10 1980s Urban Legends – 32:34 Wrap-Up &

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including a Mattel theme park, the forthcoming Killer Klown’s video game, and the popular 80s horror movie that never existed. Then, trio questions the threat posed by 10 artificial characters from 1980s movies. And they review the real danger of AI today. Introduction – 00:00 1980s News – 06:08 Killer AI in 80s Movies and IRL –

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including “Monopoly: The Movie,” Ghostbusters delays, and a new zombie movie from the late creator of the genre. Then, Will shares the true, dark (read: cynical) tale of how “Rapper’s Delight” became the first hip-hop record to hit the Top 40. Introduction – 00:00 1980s News – 04:25 Good Crimes: The True Tale of “Rapper’s Delight” –

While Will continues to convalesce, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including graffiti as a pillar of hip hop and the return of the Toxic Avenger. Then, the duo chats about truck culture in the 1980s, including the movies, TV shows and music that popularized the trucking. Introduction – 00:00 1980s News – 03:31 Truckin’ in the 1980s – 20:10 Wrap-Up & Your Feedback

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 1980s news including “Beverly Hills Cop” was not a comedy, ALF is back (sort of), Madonna is on the mend, and He-Man has been shelved. Then, following the success of “Barbie,” the trio discusses the next 10 unbelievable toys Mattel is bringing to the big screen. Introduction – 00:00 Announcements – 04:15 1980s News – 09:15 Ten Mattel Toys