Latch-Key Dads

Jump back to March of 1982 with the Dads, but before they get into all the events from March, Greg and Tim share some dad advice and Tim introduces a new game - Guess That Toy! Can Greg figure out the toy from Tim's terrible clues, was anything besides space missions happening in March of 1982? Tune in to find out. If you love 80s movies, Gen X nostalgia, classic action films, cult classics, retro pop culture, movie reviews, and podcasts that celebrate growing up in the 80s, and 90s, this episode is for you.Subscribe for more Gen X nostalgia, movie reviews, pop culture discussions, childhood memories, and stories from the latch-key generation.Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/#GenX #GenXPodcast #LatchKeyDads #CultClassic #80s #PopCulture #NostalgiaPodcast #thereturnofthelivingdead #moviereview

Movie Review Time! This week on Latch-Key Dads, Tim and Greg finally tackle one of Greg's all-time favorite horror films, Return of the Living Dead (1985). The guys break down why this cult classic remains one of the most entertaining horror-comedies of the 80s, blending outrageous gore, unforgettable characters, and a healthy dose of tongue-in-cheek humor.Along the way, they revisit the film's lasting impact on zombie lore, introducing a new breed of undead that could think, talk, crave brains, and have a knowledge of fixed pulley systems. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering it for the first time, join the Latch-Key Dads as they celebrate one of the decade's most original and influential horror movies.If you love 80s movies, Gen X nostalgia, classic action films, cult classics, retro pop culture, movie reviews, and podcasts that celebrate growing up in the 80s, and 90s, this episode is for you.Subscribe for more Gen X nostalgia, movie reviews, pop culture discussions, childhood memories, and stories from the latch-key generation.Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/#GenX #GenXPodcast #LatchKeyDads #CultClassic #80s #PopCulture #NostalgiaPodcast #thereturnofthelivingdead #moviereview

On this episode of Latch-Key Dads - Tim and Greg discuss the most important of holidays - Father's Day! The Dads bring up some interesting facts about Father's Day.  For example, did you know that the first recognition of fathers in the United States goes all the way back to 1908?  The Dads also continue their new segment - Dad Advice.  So throw some burgers on the grill, crack open a beer, and check it out!If you love 80s movies, Gen X nostalgia, classic action films, cult classics, retro pop culture, movie reviews, and podcasts that celebrate growing up in the 80s, and 90s, this episode is for you.Subscribe for more Gen X nostalgia, movie reviews, pop culture discussions, childhood memories, and stories from the latch-key generation.Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/#FathersDay #GenX #GenXPodcast #LatchKeyDads #CultClassic #80s #PopCulture #NostalgiaPodcast

Episode 111 of the Latch-Key Dads Podcast takes a trip back to 1986 as Greg and Tim revisit one of the most beloved cult classics of the decade: Big Trouble in Little China starring Kurt Russell and directed by John Carpenter.Join two proud Gen X dads as they break down everything that made this over-the-top action-comedy-fantasy a legendary part of 80s pop culture. From Jack Burton's unforgettable one-liners and Lo Pan's supernatural powers to the movie's unique blend of martial arts, adventure, comedy, and fantasy, Greg and Tim explore why Big Trouble in Little China has remained a fan favorite for nearly four decades.Was this movie ahead of its time? Does it still hold up today? And where does it rank among the greatest cult films of the 1980s?Whether you grew up watching VHS tapes, spent weekends at the video rental store, or you're discovering this John Carpenter masterpiece for the first time, this episode is packed with nostalgia, laughs, movie trivia, and Gen X memories.In This Episode:• Review of the 1986 cult classic Big Trouble in Little China• Kurt Russell's iconic performance as Jack Burton• John Carpenter's unique filmmaking style• Favorite scenes, characters, and quotes• How the movie influenced pop culture and action films• Does it still hold up nearly 40 years later?If you love 80s movies, Gen X nostalgia, classic action films, cult classics, retro pop culture, movie reviews, and podcasts that celebrate growing up in the 70s, 80s, and 90s, this episode is for you.Subscribe for more Gen X nostalgia, movie reviews, pop culture discussions, childhood memories, and stories from the latch-key generation.Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/#BigTroubleInLittleChina #KurtRussell #JohnCarpenter #GenX #GenXPodcast #LatchKeyDads #CultClassic #80sMovies #MovieReview #RetroMovies #PopCulture #NostalgiaPodcast #ClassicMovies #JackBurton #LoPan

May of 1986 delivered so much peak 80’s pop culture that Latch-Key Dads had no choice but to make it a two-parter. In Part 2, Tim and Greg continue their nostalgic deep dive into the month that just keeps on giving, revisiting the films that helped launch the Summer of ’86, including Top Gun, Short Circuit, and Greg’s personal favorite, Big Trouble in Little China.The guys also take a look at what a typical week of 80’s television looked like, from action-packed crime-fighting duos to the offbeat hilarity of late-night courtroom comedy. Whether you lived through it or just wish you had, this episode is a celebration of the movies, TV, and unforgettable pop culture that made the 80’s iconic.Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/#viral #foryou #genxpodcast #genxpodcasts #generationxpodcast #genxnostalgia #genxmemories #genxculture #topgun #shortcircuit #latchkeykids #latchkeydads #latchkeydadspodcast

This week on Latch-Key Dads, Tim and Greg take a deep dive into May of 1986 — a month packed with everything that made the 80’s unforgettable. From blockbuster movie premieres like Top Gun and Short Circuit, to iconic albums from Run DMC and Peter Gabriel, the guys revisit the pop culture moments that defined the era.They also break down the Billboard Top 10 featuring artists like Whitney Houston, Lionel Richie, Mr. Mister, Dionne Warwick, and even Eddie Murphy, while looking back at a television lineup that included The A-Team, Cheers, Miami Vice, Airwolf, and Murder, She Wrote.Was May of ’86 the greatest single month of the 1980’s — or possibly the pinnacle of civilization itself? Tune in as the Latch-Key Dads relive the movies, music, and memories of one totally tubular moment in time.Check out bonus material and photos from the episode at https://latchkeydads.com/episodes/#viral #foryou #genxpodcast #genxpodcasts #generationxpodcast #genxnostalgia #genxmemories #genxculture #latchkeykids #latchkeydads #latchkeydadspodcast