Gen X pop culture — then vs. now. Weekly. Sarcasm included. A celebration of physical media, history, and the people and moments that shaped the 70s, 80s, 90s, and early 2000s. Hosted by John Toma — aka That 80s Dude — author of Nostalgia Nation: The Definitive Chronicle of Growing Up Gen X. <br/><br/><a href="https://www.that80sdude.com?utm_medium=podcast">www.that80sdude.com</a>
Nostalgia Nation
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Gen X pop culture — then vs. now. Weekly. Sarcasm included. A celebration of physical media, history, and the people and moments that shaped the 70s, 80s, 90s, and early 2000s. Hosted by John Toma — aka That 80s Dude — author of Nostalgia Nation: The Definitive Chronicle of Growing Up Gen X. <br/><br/><a href="https://www.that80sdude.com?utm_medium=podcast">www.that80sdude.com</a>
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February 26, 2026
What I Learned From Binge-Watching Kung Fu Movies
<p><strong>🎙️ EPISODE 5 - </strong><strong>What I Learned From Binge-Watching Kung Fu Movies</strong></p><p>In this episode of Nostalgia Nation: The Audio Edition, John Toma (That 80s Dude) shares what happened after diving deep into 1970s and 80s kung fu cinema — and what these films unexpectedly taught him.</p><p>From Shaw Brothers classics to Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan legends, this episode explores:</p><p>• Why simplicity in storytelling still works• The discipline philosophy hidden inside classic training montages• How Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan reshaped global action cinema• The charm of film grain, bad dubbing, and imperfect craftsmanship• Why childhood joy doesn’t expire• How nostalgia can reconnect you to who you were</p><p>Films referenced include:</p><p>- Five Deadly Venoms (1978)- The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978)- Enter the Dragon (1973)- Drunken Master (1978)- Office Space (1999)If you grew up on late-night Kung Fu Theater, action cinema, or arguing over which Venom style you’d master, this one’s for you.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.that80sdude.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.that80sdude.com/subscribe</a>
February 1, 2026
🎙️ EPISODE 4 — 2016 Is Nostalgic Now?
<p><strong>🎙️ EPISODE 4 —</strong> <strong>2016 Is Nostalgic Now?</strong></p><p>In this episode, I break down why Gen Z and younger Millennials are suddenly nostalgic for the early 2010s (Especially 2016), how nostalgia cycles are speeding up in the digital age, and why every generation eventually looks backward for comfort.</p><p><strong>We talk about:</strong></p><p>- Why 2016 feels “simpler” compared to what came after- How TikTok and constant content changed everything- The concept of anemoia — nostalgia for a time you never lived through- Why Gen X has been doing this since Y2K and is oddly prepared for the moment- The surprising return to physical media, vinyl, Polaroids, and analog experiences- How nostalgia is becoming a bridge between generations instead of a dividing line</p><p><strong>Prefer to read this episode? 👉</strong> <a target="_blank" href="https://www.that80sdude.com/p/2016-nostalgia-and-why-everyones">https://www.that80sdude.com/p/2016-nostalgia-and-why-everyones</a><strong>Check out the monthly e-Zine 👉 </strong><a target="_blank" href="https://www.that80sdude.com/p/nostalgia-nation-magazine-issue-01">https://www.that80sdude.com/p/nostalgia-nation-magazine-issue-01</a><strong>Get Nostalgia Nation: The Definitive Chronicle of Growing Up Gen X</strong> 👉 <a target="_blank" href="https://amzn.to/3MiSSjq">https://amzn.to/3MiSSjq</a></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.that80sdude.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.that80sdude.com/subscribe</a>
December 8, 2025
What Happened After Goodfellas, Goonies & Grease? | Lisa Downs Joins Nostalgia Nation
<p>Filmmaker Lisa Downs, creator of the acclaimed <a target="_blank" href="https://www.lifeaftermovies.com/">Life After Movies</a> documentary series, steps into <strong>Nostalgia Nation</strong> to talk about her newest projects, including <a target="_blank" href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16530712/">Life After Goodfellas</a>, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32553815/">Life After The Goonies</a>, and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22870626/">Life After Grease</a>.We dig into why these films still matter, how she tracks down cast and crew decades later, the emotional weight of revisiting cherished classics, and what it’s like building a cinematic universe out of our childhood favorites.If you grew up quoting Goodfellas, hunting for One-Eyed Willy’s treasure, or dancing through the halls like Danny and Sandy, this episode is pure Gen X & Millennial comfort food.🎬 Watch Lisa’s Life After Movies work: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.lifeaftermovies.com/">https://lifeaftermovies.com</a></p><p>Contribute to the Life After The Goonies Kickstarter: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lifeaftermovies/life-after-the-goonies">https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lifeaftermovies/life-after-the-goonies</a></p><p><strong>If you enjoy deep-dives into nostalgia, physical media (movies, music, and games), and the stories behind the stories, hit subscribe — it keeps Nostalgia Nation alive and thriving.</strong>🔔 Subscribe to the Nostalgia Nation YouTube Channel: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/@that80sdudetv">https://www.youtube.com/@that80sdudetv</a></p><p></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.that80sdude.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.that80sdude.com/subscribe</a>
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