Stuck in the '80s Episode 319 (9.1.14)

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Stuck in the '80s Episode 319 (9.1.14)

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Sep 1, 2014

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Steve, Brad, and guest host Drew talk about a few of our favorite cover songs of the 1980s. Looks like a ripe topic, I'd expect a few more shows on this subject...
Also, a Reader Mailbag with a vicious twist and PPTMN!
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Sep 1, 2014

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Do you believe in John Hughes, day-glo colors, Han shot first, new wave music, Reaganomics, lip syncing on American Bandstand, standing in line for concert ticket wristbands, Alex P. Keaton, American Top 40 long distance dedications, and the existence of music videos on MTV? Then this podcast is for you.

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Stuck in the '80s Episode 319 (9.1.14)

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