Acid Washed Memories

#111 - The History of The WB

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're talking all about the concept, launch, and history of the "fifth" network.

From the Frog to the Creek to the quiet, confusing end, we'll cover all things WB!

#110 - Baked Goods

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

This week, get your sweet tooth ready as we dive into a wide variety of delicious baked goods!

Donuts, cookies, brownies - everything is out of the oven and onto the table!

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#109 - History of the PC

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're logging in to discuss the history and influence of the personal computer!

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#108 - Board Games

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're taking a chance, rolling the dice and taking a spin on a classic tradition: Board Games!

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#107 - The Three Stooges: All Six of Them

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

SPREAD OUT!

This week, we're covering the slapstick, pie-throwing, eye-poking history and legacy of a legendary comedy trio: The Three Stooges*

*All six of them.

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#106 - 1994 in Pop Culture

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're talking about an interesting year in pop culture: 1994!

We'll cover music, movies, TV, video games and more, and we'll do our best to explain why 1994 was a memorable year!

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#105 - History of the Movie Theater

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This week, get yourself a popcorn and soda as we dive into the history of a favorite pastime: the movie theater!

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#104 - Bret Hart & The Adventures of Sinbad

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're opening up the vault to talk about the time Bret Hart put the "bad" in the Adventures of Sinbad!

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#103 - The Launch of Playstation

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're talking all about the launch, impact, and legacy of the original Sony Playstation!

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#102 - The Arsenio Hall Show

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:00:00 -0500

This week, we're talking all about ARSENIOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO HALL!

How his show got started, why it mattered, and how it ended (and started again)

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#101 - 1998 in Pop Culture

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're talking about one specific year in pop culture: 1998!

With movies, music, TV, video games and more, we'll talk all about what made 1998 such a memorable year.

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#100 - 90s Wrestling Boom

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we head back down the aisle to discuss wrestling's explosion in popularity in the 1990s!

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#99 - Discontinued Snack Foods

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're diving into a discussion about snacks that we REALLY MISS.

Let us know yours!

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#98 - The Beatles Anthology

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, let it be called a "revolution" as the two of us give you the word on 1995's Beatles Anthology.

We'll talk all about the long and winding road that is the Beatles story, how it kept getting better, where it all went helter-skelter, and of course, the end.

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#97 - I Love Lucy

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, WE LOVE LUCY!

It's all about the most groundbreaking, influential sitcom ever - its origins, overall importance, and lasting legacy!

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#96 - Family Matters Meets the WWF

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're opening up the vault to talk about the time the WWF's Bushwhackers took on Carol Winslow & Steve Urkel!

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#95 - NBA JAM

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're heating up a discussion about a 1990s classic that was certainly on fire: NBA JAM!

We'll talk about its origins, sky-high popularity, and subsequent legacy.

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#94 - Wayne's World

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Party on!

This week, we're diving into a whole different world: WAYNE's World!

From the MirthMobile to the Shitty Beatles, Noah's Arcade to Milwaukee: all things Wayne & Garth will be covered in this excellent episode!

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#93 - Baywatch: Bash at the Beach ft. WCW

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're opening up the vault and dragging out some memories from when WCW met Baywatch!

Witness Hulk Hogan interact with Pamela Anderson!
Witness a lecture on SPF!
Witness Ric Flair being... well, Ric Flair!

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#92 - When Did the 90s Actually Start?

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're reflecting on a defining decade of our childhood: The 1990s.

We'll cover its various fashions, trends, and the overall "feel" of each chunk of the years of our youth, and try to pinpoint what exactly defines the 90s.

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#91 - Home Improvement

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Does everybody know what time it is?

This week we're exploring a long-running 90s sitcom: Home Improvement!

We'll cover its inception, changes over the years, and legacy (if any)

(this episode is sponsored by Binford)

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#90 - The History of The Sandwich

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're heading into the kitchen again, this time to prepare a slice of history: It's the sandwich!

We'll cover its origins, popularity, and of course, its NUMEROUS variations!

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#89 - Suburban Commando

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're opening up the vault to do explore the finer details* of Hulk Hogan's 1991 cinematic masterpiece*, Suburban Commando!

You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll be FROZEN TODAY!

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#88 - Nickelodeon Game Shows

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're double daring you to listen as we explore some nostalgic Nickelodeon game shows!

If you were a wild and crazy kid that has the GUTS, you'll feel right at home here.

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#87 - Saturday Night Live: 3/30/1985

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're opening up the fault to review a specific episode of SNL from March 30th, 1985!

Hulk Hogan & Mr. T host on the eve of the WWF's first-ever Wrestlemania, and we'll break it down sketch-by-sketch

PLUS: An overview of the history of SNL!

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#86 - Joy of Painting: A Happy Little Tribute to Bob Ross

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're painting a picture of a warmly remembered figure from our childhood: Bob Ross.

We'll talk about his influences, technique, and lasting legacy in the landscape.

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#85 - Street Fighter III: The New Generation

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, the Street Fighter series is revived to cover the long-awaited sequel in the Street Fighter franchise!

We'll cover the anticipation, the fallout, and the ultimate legacy of the THREE versions of Street Fighter 3

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#84 - The WWF meets Boy Meets World

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're cracking open the vault to present you an episode of Boy Meets World featuring the WWF!

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#83 - Windows 95: The Launch & Legacy

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're booting up to cover the history and impact of one of the most popular operations systems ever: Windows 95.

We'll cover its humble origins, precursors, and of course that.... dance.... video.

Plus, Jennifer Aniston.

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#82 - Seinfeld Part V: Season 9

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we roll credits on the Seinfeld series - but not before covering the final, wacky season.

From Festivus to Frogger, two-face to the finale, we've got it all covered!

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#81 - FOX: The Rise of the 4th Network

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're telling the story of how an offbeat, upstart TV network was able to rise to prominence amongst the Big Three.

From silent-film origins, newspapers, magnates, and even the Dumont Network, you'll hear all about how FOX came of age.

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#80 - "I Hate The Fuckin' Eagles!" - A Tribute to Eagles

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, hell freezes over!

We're soaring with the Eagles in the fast lane to discuss their career, the music, and why so many people love/hate one of America's best selling bands.

So take it easy, have a peaceful easy feeling, and if necessary: get over it!

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#79 - Mortal Kombat 3

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we wrap up our Mortal Kombat series by diving into the third entry.

We'll discuss its new look, characters, and talk about why the third time wasn't a charm for every single MK fan.

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#78 - TGIF on ABC

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're going vintage!

We're opening the vault and pulling out the ORIGINAL AWM pilot from 2017!

In this, you'll hear a run-down and history of the classic T.G.IF. lineups from ABC.

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#77 - Seinfeld Part IV: Season 8

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we return to Seinfeld and its new era of sorts.

Larry David is out, the stand-up is gone, and the show has gone into Bizarro World!

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#76 - Daytime Soaps: The Stories & Tropes

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're getting serial with a dive into a ubiquitous daytime TV staple: Soaps!

We'll talk about the development, boom, and decline.

Plus: Something with a well.

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#75 - The O.J. Chase

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're talking about a few hours that took place on June 17th 1994.

Listen as we discuss why and how America watched as a white Ford Bronco cruised the California freeways with dozens of police in pursuit, and how this ignited a media firestorm.

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#74 - Mortal Kombat II

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we kontinue our khronicle of Mortal Kombat with the second installement!

New characters!
New fatalities!
New stages!

And of course: TOASTY!

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#73 - Seinfeld Part III: Seasons 6 and 7

Mon, 27 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, Seinfeld returns as the zaniest gets cranked up a notch.

We've got pledge drives, gymnasts, label makers, doodles, engagements, soup nazis, and of course... Invitations.

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#72 - The History of Taco Bell

Mon, 20 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're heading out for a late night snack to a long-established institution: TACO BELL!

We'll cover its humble origins, rapid expansion, the Bell-Beefer, and so much more.

This one is sure to be a baja blast!

Sorry

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#71 - Mortal Kombat

Mon, 13 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're diving into the pit of an iconic fighting game.

We'll cover its development, release, gameplay (and Joe Liberman of course) and talk about just how and why this one achieved such a high degree of popularity.

It's MORTAL KOMBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT!

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#70 - Department Stores: Details of Retail

Mon, 06 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Attention AWM shoppers:

This week, we're taking a fond stroll through the aisles of our department store memories.

The rise, the decline, and the cold, hard Little Cesar's Kmart Pizza - it's all here!

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#69 - History of The Internet: A Series of Tubes

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're logging on to answer that age-old question: "What IS internet anyway?"

We'll discuss its rudimentary origins, meteoric growth, and the way it affects our lives to this day.

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#68 - Seinfeld Part II: Seasons 4 and 5

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we pick up the Seinfeld chronicle with a venture into the breakthrough season and the shows ascension into the pop culture zeitgeist

Contests, close-talkers, low-talkers, pilots, junior mints, babkas, operas, movies, airports, bubble boys - this episode's got it all!

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#67 - Woodstock 1999: Peace, Love, and WTF

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're covering an infamous endeavor from 1999: The third and final Woodstock.

We'll cover the planning, the lineups, and of course the issues that have led to the dubious reputation of the 1999 "peace and love" festival.

Plus, nu-metal.

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#66 - Super Mario 64: Bits of the Next Generation

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we conclude (or pause?) our Mario series with Nintendo's first 64-Bit entry: Super Mario 64!

We'll talk about why this game mattered at the time, and its lasting impact today.

PLUS: Something about role-playing.

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#65 - The Mount Rushmore of Candy, featuring Alyssa Marino

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, the wonderful Alyssa Marino is BACK!

The three of us tackle a sweet subject: the Mount Rushmore of CANDY!

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#64 - Seinfeld, Part I: Seasons 1 - 3

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we kick off a three-part series about nothing.

It's Seinfeld!

From the humble beginnings to a diamond in the rough, we'll cover the first three seasons of one of the most unique and groundbreaking sitcoms of its time.

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#63 - 7 Eleven (and Other Very Convenient Stores)

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're open 24 hours as we dive into the history and experience of a simple thing in life: the convenience store!

We'll cover their conception, expansion, and of course... ubiquity!

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#62 - Must See TV: NBC Prime Time

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're tuning in to NBC to recap its era of prime-time dominance.

From the early years of the network schedule to the Thursday night schedule in all its glory, we'll talk all about what made NBC's lineup "must see" for a period of time.

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#61 - 80s & 90s Sitcom Themes: The Mount Rushmore!

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we open up the vault again for an intense ranking of the four best sitcom themes from the 1980s and 1990s!

Let us know yours!

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[originally recorded July 2020]

#60 - Fast Food: Memories & Failures

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're opening up the vault!

From the Arche Deluxe to the Superbar, we're covering all sorts of Fast Food Memories (and Failures)

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#59 - Crystal Pepsi: Clearly Strange

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're examining the transparent history of a curiously clear Cola: CRYSTAL PEPSI!

We'll discuss the thought process, the launch, and the unintentional "limited" run that this strange beverage had in the marketplace.

Drink up!

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#58 - The Highway: Life in the Fast Lane

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

BUCKLE UP!

This week we're cruising back to the past to discuss the road more travelled: the highway?

Where we're going, we DO need roads.

Just drive safely ok?

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#57 - The Pat Sajak Show: A Puzzling Choice

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're staying up late to discuss the oft-forgotten Tonight Show competitor: The Pat Sajak Show?!

We'll do our best to solve the puzzle of why CBS offered the Wheel of Fortune Guy a shot against reigning incumbent, Johnny Carson, how it all went, and most importantly, another formidable competitor who entered the fray at the same time.

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#56 - SEGA: The Consoles

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the next level!

This week, it's all about SEGA!

We'll cover the rise and fall of the video game maker who also happened to be a major player as a console manufacturer for many years.

The trials, the tribulations, the 32X - it'll all be covered!

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#55 - Full House: Everywhere We Looked

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're taking a trip to visit The Tanners.

We'll cover the inception, making, and each season of a beloved 80s and 90s sitcom: Full House!

So have mercy as we delve into the details and explain just how and why this show captured the hearts and minds of so many.

Oh, and CUT IT OUT!

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#54 - Harding vs Kerrigan: WHY?!

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we'll cover a bizarre yet memorable 1994 incident involving two world-class figure skaters.

We'll talk about who, what, where, when, and how.

But most importantly: WHY?!

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#53 - Super Mario World 2: Yoshi’s Island

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're continue the Mario journey with not a sequel, but a PREQUEL: Yoshi's Island!

We'll cover why this is a thing, baby Mario's cry, and of course we'll catch up with all of the wonderful* 1994 Mario games as well!

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#52 - Y2K: When the World Bugged Out

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

This week, we take a look back at an odd blip of our memories: The Y2K bug.

We'll cover what it is, the hysteria that ensued, and ultimately, why not much happen when the year 2000 rolled around.

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#51 - Home Alone: A Generational Classic

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals!

This week, we're eating junk and watching rubbish as we discuss a beloved 90s film: Home Alone.

We'll talk its A) making 2) legacy, and D) sequels.

Just make sure you go easy on the Pepsi!

Crowbars up!

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#50 - Wrestling Boom of the 1980s

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're grappling with the explosive popularity of 1980s wrestling!

From its odd origins, early popularity and detonation into the pop culture zeitgeist, we're pinning down the weird, wonderful, wacky world of wrestling.

From our vantage point, of course.

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#49 - Toys R Us: The Biggest Toy Store there Was

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're discussing the rise, the fall, and the legacy of a beloved memory*: Toys R Us.

From bikes to trains to video games, it truly was the biggest toy store there was* - and we'll talk all about why generations of kids didn't want to grow up.

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*If you live in Canada, we envy you

#48 - Mario Games of 1993

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week, the Mario series continues with an all-star lineup for 1993!

We'll cover Mario going missing, back in time, and into an enduring 16-bit collection!

Also, something about a safari.

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#47 - Infomercials: As Seen on TV

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week, it's all about a staple of our childhood television: INFOMERCIALS!

From its initial experiments through its glory days, we'll talk all about the products, the pitchmen, and the paid programming that was a fixture of "why am I up this late" TV viewing.

Sorry, no C.O.D.s

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#46 - The History of KFC: Recipe for Success

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're cooking up some juicy details about the tasty history of Kentucky Fried Chicken!

From its humble gas station origins, the white-suited visionary, (and his help from a certain hamburger icon), to its failures and success, we'll cover everything KFC!

Is it finger lickin' good? You decide.

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#45 - The History of Cell Phones

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Can you hear us now?

This week, we're calling up the interesting history of a now-ubiquitous device: the cellular phone.

From its surprisingly early origins, niche market, and finally its widespread adoption, we'll cover* every aspect of the cell phone's rise to prominence.

(*standard rates apply)

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#44 - Mario Games of 1992

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we continue our Mario series with a look at the year 1992!

From an artistic achievement, a racing revelation, and a side-scrolling sequel, 1992 was certainly a unique and fun year in the world of Mario, and we'll tell you all about it!

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#43 - First Run Syndication: No Network Needed

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're delving into the interesting history of the less-lauded but still crucial form of TV distribution: first-run syndication!

Plus we'll cover a laundry list of shows, good and bad, that aired in this format throughout our childhoods.

Just check your local listings.

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#42 - Street Fighter Alpha: Brand New History

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we explore the series that explained just what happened between the first two Street Fighter games.

From its origins as a stop-gap before part III, to its legacy on its own merit, listen as we break down every detail of the Street Fighter Alpha games!

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#41 - The History of Pay-Per-View

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're descrambling the tangled, interesting history of PPV television.

From its unorthodox origins to a surge in the 80s and 90s, we'll cover every facet of this concept, which still lives on to this day.

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#40 - Super Mario World: Launching a New Era

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, Mario's journey continues as he helps launch Nintendo's 16-Bit Era!

We'll pick it up with the success and aftermath of Super Mario Bros. 3, Mario's sudden medical degree, and his role in helping the Super Nintendo become a formidable contender in the war against Sega.

Plus: YOSHI!

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#39 - Hair Metal: Roots, Growth, and Fallout

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Do YOU wanna rock?

This week, we talk about (and listen to!) the history of hair metal.

From the genesis of metal itself, to the glam movement, and of course grunge, we'll pour some sugar all over the glittery decadence of a defining genre of the 80s.

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#38 - The Chevy Chase Show: It STUNK

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're taking a good look at a bad show.

In 1993, FOX joined the late night chase.

29 episodes later, it all ended in a pratfall.

This is the story of the Chevy Chase Show, and why it really and truly stunk.

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#37 - The Wizard of Oz: A Technicolor Treasure

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we are stretching way back as we examine the turbulent tornado that was the making of a beloved, timeless classic: The Wizard of Oz!

We're going to focus on what went into, and what came out of, this undeniably influential technicolor treasure.

Just follow the yellow brick road and we'll take it from there!

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#36 - Super Mario Bros. 3: 8-Bit Excellence

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Hey paisanos!

This week, we're covering, in great detail, an acclaimed cornerstone of the Mario franchise: the one and only Super Mario Bros. 3!

Every world, every enemy, and so much more.

PLUS: A recap of all Mario-related activity for 1989!

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#35 - The Price is Right

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're paying tribute to an enduring daytime TV tradition; an institution for kids home sick from school or bored in the summer; a happy-go-lucky hour of television.

It can only be The Price is Right!

COME ON DOWN!

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#34 - SNICK: Saturday Night Nickelodeon

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Are you ready to SNICK?

This week, we're settling into the big orange couch to explain it all! The history, lineups and legacy of a childhood favorite: Saturday Night Nickelodeon!

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#33 - One Hit Wonders of the 1990s

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week's episode is on the charts! Literally!

We're talking about some of the biggest one hit wonders of the 90s. These are the smash hits of yesteryear; songs that endure, from artists that perhaps have not!

Plus of course, a bit of history from the 50s through the 80s.

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#32 -Super Mario Bros 2: The Underdog Story

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're covering the oddball of the NES trilogy: Super Mario Bros. 2!

We'll tackle the original sequel, a certain festival in Japan, and of course, the ultimate result: a unique, polarizing, but huge-selling game.... warts and all!

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Movie Review: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990)

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 21:00:00 -0400

It's a special full-length review of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles from 1990!

Scene by scene, beat by beat, and damn by damn: we've got the entire movie covered!

Only one question remains: PORK RIND?

(This episode was originally recorded and released in March 2020 as part of Our Vantage Point - Retro Wrestling Podcast, and has been slightly edited for cohesiveness with the Acid Washed Memories podcast)

#31 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: A Chronology

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Hey dudes! This week we're diving into the sewers to explore the totally radical history of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!

Grab yourself a slice of pizza (or perhaps a pork rind?) and kick back as we shell it all out!

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#30 - Saved By The Bell: It’s Alright

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Hey hey hey hey WHAT is going on here?!

Well, this week we're reminiscing about school... not ours! Bayside, of course!

We'll cover the origins, prequel, high school years and beyond, for one of the 90s most memorable, enduring, and thoroughly corny television shows: Saved by the Bell!

It's alright!

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#29 - The Mount Rushmore of Chips! (featuring Alyssa Marino)

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're ranking the four best chips!

... in our humble opinions, of course!

Whether it's flavor, brand, or a specific combination; potato, corn, you name it: the chips are on the table!

But we can't do it alone! Returning to help us out is the wonderful Alyssa Marino! (@ayy_marino)

Happy snacking!

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#28 - Super Mario Bros I: History & Legacy

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Hey paisanos! This week, we're taking an adventure through the history and legacy of a beloved and pivotal video game: Super Mario Bros 1! This is the first episode in an on-going Mario series, so consider this Level 1-1.

We'll cover the origins of Mario himself, his pre-Super days, and of course the impact that Super Mario Bros had on the video game industry as a whole.

Plus, that whole Bowser/Koopa thing.

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#27 - Napster: History & Impact

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're sharing the history and impact of a short-lived but wide reaching phenomenon: Napster!

We'll talk about its origins, effect on the music industry, and of course, how it was thrashed by a certain band.

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#26 - Pizza

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're giving you a slice of nostalgia when it comes to pizza.

We'll cover its history, rise in the USA, and explosion in popularity over time.

Plus, we'll top it off with talk about the chains, the local pizzerias, and even the frozen variety!

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#25 - McGwire and Sosa: The History of the Chase for 62

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

On deck this week is the storied "Chase for #62" between Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa.

We'll cover the history of the home run record, why it mattered, overall impact, and the fallout.

Plus, we'll try to determine what made 1998 such a special year across the [score]board.

Play ball, and play the episode!

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#24 - Conan vs Leno: Late Night Wars Part II

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we pick up the story of the infamous "Late Night Wars".

Now, it's the tale of Jay Leno surrendering The Tonight Show to his successor, Conan O'Brien... for seven months.

We'll get into the build up, the messy details, and the fall out.

And we'll discuss NBC's culpability in all of this!

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#23 - The History & Evolution of MTV

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Do you want YOUR MTV?

This week, we're diving into the history and evolution of MTV.

We'll cover the predecessors, launch, explosion, and eventual drift of a cable channel that was emblematic of a generation.

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#22 - Street Fighter II: Arcade Revolution

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're covering the history and legacy of the most influential fighting game of all time: Street Fighter II!

We'll cover the original Street Fighter, the latter iterations, New Challengers, and try to articulate just how and why this game breathed new life into arcades.

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#21 - Casual Dining: Chain Reactions

Mon, 29 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're inviting you out for a tase of casual dining nostalgia.

We'll cover the origins and rapid expansion of the casual dining industry, and most of all, run down some of the past and present restaurant chains we all know and love... or like.. or tolerate.

Check, please!

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#20 - Punch-Out!! The History and Legacy

Mon, 22 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're knocking out the history and legacy of a beloved Nintendo franchise: PUNCH-OUT!!

We'll cover its arcade origins, Mike Tyson, unlicensed ports, SNES and even the Wii revival.

And of course this will all be peppered with a few jabs here and there!

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#19 - America’s Funniest Home Videos

Mon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're rewinding into the history and legacy of America's Funniest Home Videos!

We'll cover its beginnings, unexpected success, spin-offs, and of course, Bob Saget.

Just one request: keep those cameras safely rolling!

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#18 - The History of Cable TV: Getting Wired

Mon, 08 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, we're hooking up to the history of cable!

We'll explore its humble origins, boom in popularity, and do our best to descramble the overall "cable experience"

And of course, thank you for tuning in.

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#17 - Action Figures!

Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, it's all about action figures!

We'll cover the origins, boom in popularity, and enduring legacy of several high-profile action figure lines over the last half-century.

Whether you just remember these from your youth or are a hardcore collector, we FIGURE you'll find something to like in this one.

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#16 - Wheel of Fortune: Solving the Puzzle

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

WHEEL... OF... FORTUNE!

This week, it's all about an institution in the game show world!

From its humble origins to its meteoric rise, we're taking a spin on the wheel to find out why this classic has never gone "bankrupt!"

So don't lose a turn!

(and you DON'T have to buy a vowel!)

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#15 - The 16 Bit Console Wars: Genesis vs SNES

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, it's all about the console wars of the 90s!

In particular, we'll explore the heated, defining rivalry between Sega Genesis and Super Nintendo.

From the history of both companies to the first four generations of video games and beyond, we hope you find some good BITS in this episode!

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#14 - The Wonder Years

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, lend us your ears and we'll sing you a song!

It's all about the cross-generational classic, The Wonder Years.

From the beginning to end, we'll cover the life and times of The Arnold Family, Paul, Winnie... heck, even Ross Gellar!

You might laugh, you might cry, but the thing is, you'll look back.. with wonder.

(And we'll try not to sing out of key)

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#13 - Woodstock 1994: The Muddy Details

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, Woodstock '94 takes the stage!

We'll cover various ground including the history of music festivals, the original Woodstock, the disparate array of performers, and of course, the mud.

And we'll try to pinpoint where this particular Woodstock falls in terms of cultural relevancy for its time and to this day.

Oh, and Country Joe and The Fish of course.

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#12 - The Decline of the Landline

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Hello?

This week, we're going long distance on the declining usage of a century-old institution: the telephone landline.

From its history, the building of the Bell System and it's breakup, we'll discuss the various hangups about the telehone and dial into what has caused its slow but certain decline.

And don't worry, we won't phone this episode in!

OK, gotta go, bye.

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#11 - Leno vs Letterman: The Late Night Wars

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

This week, it's all about what happens after dark!

Hey, not THAT!

We're talking about the two-decade war between the two late night juggernauts: Jay Leno and David Letterman!

But why did it matter? How did we get here? Why did Pat Sajak have a show?!

All of these questions will be answered, right after your late and local news!

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#10 - The Mall: Its Rise and Fall

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Wanna go to the mall?

We're diving into a popular cross-generational pastime: walking around your local mall!

From its origins and boom to the slow decline, we're covering all things mall! We'll even stop at the food court for you.

Oh, and parking is free.

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#9 - The Mount Rushmore of Cereal! (featuring Alyssa Marino)

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're ranking the four best cereals of all-time!

... in our humble opinions, of course!

But we can't do it alone! Joining us as a special guest is our own announcer and cereal-eating expert, Alyssa Marino! (@ayy_marino)

Pop the box open, look for a prize, and remember: this episode is part of a complete breakfast!

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#8 - A Tribute to Mr. Rogers

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Hi neighbor!

This week, we pay tribute to a beloved cross-generational figure: the one and only Mr. Rogers.

From his origins and backstory, to the history of childrens' programming, and the legacy of Mister Rogers Neighborhood, we sure hope it will be such a good feeling.

#7 - Roseanne: The Conner Chronicles

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're taking a trip to Lanford to dive into the history of a defining sitcom of the 90s: Roseanne.

We'll cover everything from the Lobo Lounge to to loose meat; Bev, both Beckys, retcons and reboots!

And we'll try to put our fingers on the nuance, storytelling and acting that made Roseanne a ratings hit for years.

Gather round the table and throw your head back with a hearty laugh: it's time for The Conner Chronicles!

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#6 - The Burger Wars: There’s the Beef

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week we're cooking up some hot talk about a storied flame war between the big burger chains.

From the humble beginnings of a few hamburgers stands to national attack ads, we're talking all about the beef that still sizzles to this day

Thanks for driving thru!

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#5 - Yeah, CD: A Compact History

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're cueing up a compact history of the musical media of our youth: the CD.

From its development and dominance to its decline, we're covering all aspects of the little 4.7" disc that helped define our formative years!

Hopefully, this episode has "SKIP PROTECTION!"

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#4 - The Video Store: Rent a Weekend

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week, we're rewinding to a time where VHS was a standard play and video stores were the norm.

A time when your weekend hinged on the quality of movie or video game you might rent.

From the locally owned operations to the block-busting corporations, we're covering the rise and fall of a forgotten pastime: your weekend rental!

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#3 - AOL: When America Went Online

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Welcome!

This week, we're dialing up and dialing back to a simpler time on the Internet. An era where 56K was king and chat rooms were cool. And of course, the best feeling in the world was hearing "You've Got Mail!"

From its meteoric rise to its rapid descent, we're talking all about America Online.

Thanks for putting us on your buddylist!

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#2 - Nick at Nite: Our Portal to the Past

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Hello out there from TV Land!

This week, we're diving into the history and programming of a comfort food staple for multiple generations: Nick at Nite!

From the genesis of cable to the digital age, you'll hear all about how Nick at Nite not only brought happiness to so many, but educated a whole slew of young TV viewers on "Our Television History"!

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#1 - The Cola Wars: A Study of ”Pop” Culture

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

This week on the debut of Acid Washed Memories, we're diving into the age-old rivalry between Coke and Pepsi.

From the Pepsi Challenge to celebrity spokespeople, you'll hear all about the shots fired between the two cola juggernauts - including that time Coke tried something "new"

It's The Cola Wars - a study in "pop" culture!

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Acid Washed Memories debuts January 9th 2023!

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 20:40:41 -0500

Are you ready to rewind?

Acid Washed Memories is a retro pop culture celebration and it debuts Monday, January 9th 2023!

Each week, we'll be putting our unique spin on a wide variety of topics that products of the 80s, 90s, and even 2000s are sure to remember.

So get ready for a nostalgia-filled ride back to a simpler time!

Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app and we'll see you in 2023!