The 80s – A Daily Tribute to the Greatest Decade of Them All

The 10 Most Ill-Prepared G.I. Joe Characters

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Inspired by this 1987 G.I. Joe art, it occurred to me just how many G.I. Joe and Cobra characters were woefully ill-prepared for the rigors of battle.

Re-Creating My Dad’s Long Lost 1986 Treadmill Mix Tape

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

When any of these songs come on I (consciously or otherwise) identify it as a trusty treadmill mix tape warhorse, a 3-minute fitness anthem from a long gone era.

14 Garbage Pail Kids We Totally Didn’t Understand as Kids

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

While the art and theme of Garbage Pail Kids were clearly geared toward children, the specific message of some GPKs was simply over our heads.

The 10 Least Necessary Times Prince Adam Turned into He-Man

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck
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Whatever trouble came Prince Adam’s way, we knew every episode he’d pull out that Power Sword, utter those awkward-in-retrospect words, and turn into He-Man.

The 25 Best TV Theme Songs of the 80s

by Sarah Morin

Modern TV shows just don’t put the energy or time into really great theme songs anymore. To me, theme songs are as much a part of a show as the characters and the setting. In fact, when I think about a show from the past, one of the first things that come to my mind […]

80s Sitcom Characters that Needed Therapy

by Staff & Contributors
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As we celebrate the return of Shrinking, let’s remember that therapy is not just for those in crisis—it can be a valuable tool for anyone navigating the ups and downs of life, even in a sitcom universe!

WTF: The 80s Acronyms You Totally Forgot About

by Staff & Contributors
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Take a hilarious trip down memory lane with the 80s acronyms that defined a decade! From VHS to NES, these nostalgic abbreviations are sure to bring back some rad memories.

10 Ridiculous 80s and 90s Fashion Trends That Prove We Had No Idea What We Were Doing

by Staff & Contributors
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Let’s take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of the most outrageous, questionable, and downright ridiculous fashion trends from that era.

10 Ridiculous 80s and 90s Toys That Prove We Were a Weird Generation

by Staff & Contributors

From bizarre to downright dangerous, these plastic relics from our childhood prove we were the most hardcore, weirdest generation of all time.

The 80s & 90s Toys That No One Wants to See Come Back

by Staff & Contributors

Many of these toys were fun in their day, but in hindsight, they were either dangerous, impractical, or just plain weird.

The Toys of the 80s & 90s That Are Making a Comeback

by Staff & Contributors

Whether you’re a millennial revisiting your childhood or a collector, here’s a look at the toys that are riding the wave of retro resurgence.

Why ‘Murder, She Wrote’ Should Never Be Rebooted

by UnderScoopFire
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There have been whispers of a potential “Murder, She Wrote” reboot. But is this really a good idea?

Ten 80s Sitcom Characters That Would Invest in Crypto

by UnderScoopFire
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While these 80s sitcom characters come from diverse backgrounds and walks of life, they all share a common trait: a desire to increase their wealth. For these savvy TV personalities, investing in crypto would likely be an attractive opportunity to do just that.

Ten G.I. Joes Who Didn’t Live Up to Their Card Art

by UnderScoopFire
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While these G.I. Joe characters had impressive card art that depicted them as capable and skilled warriors, their portrayals in the animated series often fell short of expectations. Despite this, they remain beloved by fans of the franchise as iconic figures in the world of G.I. Joe.

10 ThunderCats That Would Make Great WWE Wrestlers

by UnderScoopFire
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These ThunderCats characters would fit right in with today’s diverse and dynamic WWE roster.