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That's Basically the 80s
by Chris and Corey
Chris and Corey met in the summer of 1998. They tried to make it the summer of ‘69 and got kicked out of Scout Camp. They now tell stories on podcasts under the guise of “80s movie reviews” That’s Basically the 80’s.
Episodes
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Cocktail
Chris and Corey were sick last week. But not as sick at these sweet bottle throws from Tom Cruise! The only cure for a hangover this bad is a waterfall and weak pull-out game. You're listening to That's Basically the 80s. This is Cocktail. Thank you to all who voted for us in the #SMIPA award…
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Lone Wolf McQuade
Chris and Corey are going full blown Jean jacket and roundhouses this week. Oh, you want to work out in cowboy boots and bolo ties, huh? Well, can you afford 7000 easy payments of $1? You bet your ass Chris and Corey can and Chuck Norris is going to make sure he gets payment in full. Also, David...
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Labyrinth
Chris and Corey want to dance the magic dance this week! Listen along as they discuss the large untamed elephant in the room in this tale of hard, solid, throbbing...determination to retrieve a loved one. Stay glued to your seats as you hear of the caked up Ludo and his adventures with the rock...
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St. Elmo's Fire
Chris and Corey can feel St. Elmo's fire burning in them! It burns and they will likely need Penicillin. Join them this week as they discuss Joel Schumacher and his genius style of movie making. Listen to the story of the coffin in this movie and how it paved the way for Lost Boys. Who is your...
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Clue
Chris and Corey are back in the action this week after having some equipment stop working on them! Sporting 2 new microphones and a new recording interface the dastardly due decided to do what they do every week, go off topic and not talk much about the movie. What does vampires and tight pants...
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Crocodile Dundee
Chris and Corey take a break from life and go out back to have a walkabout with Mic Dundee down in Walkabout Creek. Hear the harrowing tales of how Mic almost found himself in a precarious situation as Sue is nearly eaten by a crocodile. What is the secret to Mic's quick 1 punch knockout combo?…
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Coming to America
Fresh off the heels of our Award win for Best Patreon to Subscribe to at the Self Made Indie Podcast Awards #SMIPA. Chris and Corey are back in action this week and talking Royalty, Queens, McDowell's and awkward conversations about hiring new bath attendants. Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall aren't...
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Desperately Seeking Susan
We made it to our 1 year anniversary!!! Thank you to everyone who has supported us thus far. We reviewed what is probably Corey's favorite movie that has been reviewed so far! This movie was a Patreon request, if you would like to request your own movie, subscribe to our Patreon! What happens…
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Maximum Overdrive
Aliens are taking over all of the electronics while AC/DC blasts good music. Stephen King gets called an A$$hole and Chris and Corey imagine being the aliens who inhabit some rather odd devices. What is better than a 7 days of comet dust and killer trucks? Not even a bible salesman can save Chris...
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The Secret of N.I.M.H.
It's episode 50! Can you believe it? Chris and Corey decided to celebrate the best way they know how, by taking a children's movie they loved growing up and make jokes about it. Join them this week as they dive into the garden and help Mrs. Frisby go talk to a spooky owl and some super smart…
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Starman
It's the week of Valentine's Day so naturally Chris and Corey went with the best movie about aliens and love from the 80s. What does Randy Quaid have to do with this movie? Find out this and many other stories in this week's episode! This is Starman We have a new theme song and introduction! We...
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Raising Arizona
Join Chris and Corey this week as they talk about jail, best friends, being misguidedly loyal to aspirations and best of all the ins and outs of stealing a baby! Is this Nick Cage's best movie? We think so! This is Raising Arizona! We have a new theme song and introduction! We hope you like it....
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Wall Street
It's Patreon request week over here at That's Basically the 80s. Chris and Corey trading stocks and letting Gordon Gecko teach them how to make it in the big time. This classic movie is a hard hitting drama that gets into how far someone will go to make it in the big time world of investments....
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The Children of the Corn
That's Basically the 80s is getting religious this week! Join us in the corn fields of Nebraska, where the adults are dead and the devil walks behind the rows. How many murder Kids can Chris and Corey take out before they get killed? Find out this week! This is The Children of the Corn! We have a...
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Season 3 Premier Short Circuit
Welcome to 2021!!! That's Basically the 80s is starting the year right with our season 3 premiere! This was a Patreon request from one of our longest patrons. You think Stephanie has nice software? Wait till you get a load of what we have to offer! This is Short Circuit! We have a new theme song...
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National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
On the 4th week of Christmas That's Basically the 80's gave to me! A Christmas Subscription to the Jelly of the Month Club! We had a bit of audio issues and had to cut out a nonsense bit about the Band Sawyer Brown, which is sad for all you Sawyer Brown Stans out there. This is National Lampoon's...
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Die Hard (A Christmas Movie)
On the third week of Christmas That's Basically the 80's gave to me! A new pair of shoes for John McClane because saving the day shoeless is ridiculous. This is Die Hard (It's a Christmas movie) We have a new theme song and introduction! We hope you like it. Thank you all for a successful season…
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A Christmas Story
On the second week of Christmas That's Basically the 80's gave to me! An official Red Ryder, carbine action, two-hundred shot range model air rifle? Nope, you'll shoot your eye out. This is A Christmas Story Theme song Written and Produced by: The Nostaljunk Podcast Find them on ITunes Thank you...
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Gremlins
The Holiday season is upon us! This week's episode takes place in a sleepy little town where half the people get murdered on Christmas and the only response from the owner of these creatures is to say "You aren't ready yet, maybe one day" Check your chimneys and cuddle up by the fire for this…
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Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Join us this week as we dive into a the best (the only?) Thanksgiving movie from the 80s. Who knew that a trip home to Chicago for Thanksgiving Dinner could go so wrong. Whether you are traveling by burned up cars, broken down buses, sexy taxi cabs or the back of a truck with an aggressive dog,...
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The Untouchables
Join us this week as we dive into a dark part of The United States history. Al Capone runs these dirty streets and it is up to Robin Hood, 007 and CPA Steve to crack down on it. What does Mary Poppins have to do with the prohibition? Probably nothing. But Chris and Corey ask the questions history...
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Spaceballs
Get out of here Spooky Season! This week Chris and Corey are going into outer space. Join our heroes this week as they learn about Yogurt the Wise, Barf, Lone Star and Princess Vespa. No need to buckle your seatbelts, but make sure your large helmet is ready to go plaid. This is Spaceballs. Theme...
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Halloween - Bonus Episode
Halloween Bonus Episode!!!! That piano slays almost as hard as Michael does. What does Where's Waldo have to do with Halloween, listen and find out! Trick or Treat Podcast fans, this is That's Basically the 80's! Theme song Written and Produced by: The Nostaljunk Podcast Find them on ITunes Thank...
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Return to Oz
Week 4 of spooky season rolls on! Join Chris and Corey this week as they discuss the most horrific movie ever made. Gnome Kings, Questionable broom placement, sofa monsters, Wheelers and Teddy Roosevelt!? One trip to OZ wasn't enough, we got eggs to lay and gears to crank, this is Return to OZ....
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The Shining
Week 3 of spooky season rolls on! Join Chris and Corey this week as they discuss one of the best movies ever made. Hear the story of Corey's son and his potential vampire roots, discover why having mirrors everywhere is a good thing, get the insider scoop on the imaginary friend Tony and learn…
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Beetlejuice
Week 2 of spooky season rolls on! Join Chris and Corey this week as they discuss the most Tim Burton-est Tim Burton film ever. Get the inside scoop on how a key writing decision from Howard "John" Hughes saved this movie and marvel at the absolute most boring ways Corey would try to haunt people....
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A Nightmare on Elm St
Join Chris and Corey this week inside a nightmare, but not just any nightmare. This one features Wes Craven collaborating with Hugh Hefner, the practicality of finger knives, Jack Skellington the pumpkin Queen, the father of the telephone and his misadventures and 100 other things our hosts have…
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The Karate Kid
Join Chris and Corey this week as they wax on about bullies, karate chops, the ever elusive double uppercut, and Street Fighter. Listen to the heartbreaking story of Corey’s first and only time in a Karate class. **Music starts playing** Corey and Chris the best around! Nothing’s ever gonna a…
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The Money Pit
Join Chris and Corey this week as they discuss a story of love and determination with a host of wacky animals and a zoo that just can't stop falling apart. This is the monkey pit! ...Wait... no, I am now being informed, this is a different movie staring Tom Hanks and Shelly Long. This is the…
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9 to 5
Join Chris and Corey this week as they discuss the Grand Ole Opry, The Magic School Bus, Corey’s former job in cinema production and get on their soapboxes about equality in the work force. This was a fun one, this is 9 to 5, what a way to make a living. Theme song Written and Produced by: The...
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Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure
Join Chris and Corey this week as they attempt to discuss Bill and Ted, but instead embark upon what is probably the least cohesive and most off topic episode they have had to date. Party on Dudes!!!! Theme song Written and Produced by: The Nostaljunk Podcast Find them on ITunes Thank you all for…
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The Never Ending Story
Join Chris and Corey this week as they discuss a story. But not just any story. A story read by a child who owes money to every librarian in town, a story featuring Lucky Dragons, Sad Horses, Rock Giants with an unusual appetite and a princess who knew that was gonna happen and could have…
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Aliens
Join Chris and Corey this week as they dive into a spaceship and go looking for trouble. Listen along as they discuss just how cool Newt and Ripley are. Who is the best cyborg? What does Rob Halford from Judas Priest have to do with the movie? Why does Bishop hate Energizer batteries so much? All...
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The Great Outdoors
Join Chris and Corey this week as they take a trip outside. What do bears, Bigfoot, huckleberry shakes and awkwardly filmed love scenes have in common? Not much. This isn't the normal outdoors, and isn't the great backdoor...this is The Great Outdoors. Theme song Written and Produced by: The...
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Batman
Join Chris and Corey this week as they dive deep into the mind of a billionaire who has pictures of bats and a collection of baseball bats. Listen along as Cindy Lou Who makes her way into the conversation for seemingly no reason at all. What do stick figures have to do with The Bat? Nothing.…
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Heathers
Join Chris and Corey this week as they discuss getaway scooters, the Greek God Dippeus and bell curves. Listen along as they get lost in a misguided attempt with an intimate moment with Honest Abe. This is Heathers. Theme song Written and Produced by: The Nostaljunk Podcast Find them on ITunes...
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The Terminator - Season 2 Premiere
Join Chris and Corey this week as they discuss Time Traveling super babes, hellbent on making the lives of computer nerds...better? Listen along as Sting writes songs about Sarah Connor. What does Cheryl Connor have to do with Skynet? Nothing. Buckle in folks, this is a strange one. They'll be...
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Season 1 Finale The Breakfast Club
Season 1 is in the books! Chris and Corey decided to finish their first season with one of the best movies ever made. The Breakfast Club. Join them as they discuss Tears in Heaven, interesting choices for lunch, Howard Hughes and his crazy writing style and all the nonsense you've come to expect...
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Little Shop of Horrors
Join Chris and Corey this week as they do a deep dive into a movie requested by one of their fans. Little Shop of Horrors. What does Mary Poppins have to do with the movie? Nothing. However, all the secrets of Audrey 3 will be revealed this week. That's Basically the 80s. Join our Patreon...
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Healthy Lifestyle Banter
This is episode 2 of our banter series, you can get access to these small episodes each week by joining our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/basicallythe80s
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Top Gun
Chris and Corey have the need. The need for speed. Join us this week as they discuss the Berlin Wall, Captain America and their own fighter pilot call signs. This is Top Gun.
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Dirty Dancing
Join Chris and Corey as they travel to a mysterious island or mountain resort, discuss the early days of church dances, read computer code and retell a business decision that would change one singer's life. This is Dirty Dancing.
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Escape From New York
What do cinnamon covered almonds, Pirates, LARPING and the movie Air Force One have in common? Nothing. This is Escape From New York
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Ghostbusters
Join us this week as Chris and Corey discuss the genius of Bill Murray, some lesser known Rick Moranis movies and why you should always carry a pencil. This is Ghostbusters.
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Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark
Join Chris and Corey on this week's adventure as they discuss Top-Men, whips, Han Solo and store brand cereal. This is Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark.
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Patreon Sneak Peak
Did you know That's Basically the 80s has a Patreon?! Well, its new, so we don't blame you. We will post weekly sneak peaks, unedited outtakes and all of our side topics exclusively on there. The best part is its only $5 per month to access these conversations and it helps us keep the lights on…
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The Outsiders
Join us this week as Chris and Corey discuss Simon and Garfunkel, life jackets, and dying your hair. This is The Outsiders!
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Roger Rabbit
This week is an adventure. Chris and Corey explain the oddity that is Gangster Tweety, explain Strip Club etiquette and go on a deep dive into what Jessica and Roger Rabbit's children would look like. Buckle up, this is Who Framed Roger Rabbit.
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Conan the Barbarian
Join Chris and Corey as they talk about all of the famous snakes from world history and listen along as Conan tears through an RV park. Do snakes get haircuts? Find out in this action packed episode. This is: Conan the Barbarian.
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Goonies
What do the Fratellis and redneck sticker RVs have in common? How does Bret Michaels pick up chicks? Why did they call him 1 Eyed Willy? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this week's episode. This is Goonies.
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Chris and Corey met in the summer of 1998. They tried to make it the summer of ‘69 and got kicked out of Scout Camp. They now tell stories on podcasts under the guise of “80s movie reviews” That’s Basically the 80’s.
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