Exxon Valdez: The Neverending Damage

Exxon Valdez: The Neverending Damage

Author: Jamie Logie | 1980s Pop Culture & Nostalgia March 25, 2026 Duration: 44:12

It should have been just another regular journey... but in the early morning hours of March 24th, 1989, the Exxon Valdez was about to embark on a fateful voyage 

This is a look back on the accident that not only decimated the Alaskan coastline and its wildlife but also led to a two-decade-long court battle -- a battle that led to sweeping changes, and historic fines...


Step back into a world of neon, synth-pop, and big hair with Everything 80s. Hosted by Jamie Logie, this podcast is a deep, affectionate dive into the decade that shaped modern pop culture. It’s less a formal history lesson and more like rifling through a time capsule with a friend who remembers every detail. Episodes explore the films, television, music, and toys that weren't just entertainment-they were the shared language of a generation. You’ll hear specific discussions on everything from the rise of MTV and the cinematic magic of John Hughes to the toy-box revolutions of Transformers and the fantasy realms of He-Man. The conversation naturally spans the iconic, like Michael Jackson’s Thriller era, to the foundational moments of home gaming with Nintendo. This isn't just about listing favorites; it's about understanding why these cultural artifacts from the 1980s still resonate so powerfully today. For anyone feeling a pull of nostalgia or a curiosity about the era's lasting impact, this podcast offers a consistently engaging and insightful listen. Tune in to rediscover the sounds, stories, and sensations that defined an unforgettable ten years.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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The Sega Master System in the Age of Nintendo [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:02
As the dust settled after the Great Video Game Crash of 1983, a new console emerged ready to take the world of video games to a whole new level. But the Nintendo Entertainment System wouldn't be the only console that mad…
The Best of the 1980s in 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:31
Welcome to the Everything 80s, year-in-review special. This is the episode where we look back at everything 80-related over the last 12 months. And, as usual, there was quite a bit. In this special, we look at several mo…
Rewind: 10 Classic 1980s TV Christmas Specials [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:11
It's Christmas Eve, so we're rewinding the VHS tape to revisit 10 iconic 1980s TV Christmas specials. In this remastered edition of one of my previous shows, we dive back into the golden age of holiday programming, when…
Christmas in the 1980s [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:49
Welcome to the annual Everything 80s Christmas special! There really was nothing like the holiday season during the 1980s, and today, we'll take a look back at: The knock-off versions of some of the big toys of the 80s t…
The 1983 Cabbage Patch Kid Riots [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:33
What began as a simple doll sold at craft fairs in the 1970s soon became one of the biggest toy fads in history. After beggning their life as "doll babies," the soft and playable dolls went through some more changes befo…
How She-Ra Rocked Changed 1980s Pop Culture [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:43
She-Ra: Princess of Power wasn't just a He-Man spinoff, but a standalone character with her own persona, legacy, and mythology. She was a bold experiment by Mattel and Filmation to crack into multiple toy markets at the…
Projecting the 80s: The Story of Film Before Digital [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:12
Over the years, there's been a steady return to traditional media. From vinyl albums to 4K Blu-ray, people want to hold--and own--the content they love. There's also been a return to traditional film. Our digital, stream…
The Legacy of Stranger Things [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:05
When it was released in the summer of 2016, not only did Stranger Things become a pop culture phenomenon, but it was also a true love letter to the 1980s. Today, we look back at the creation, success, and impact of an er…
Saved by the Bell: From Indiana to Bayside [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:52
It's time to head back to Bayside as we look at the creation, launch, and success of an era-defining show: Saved by the Bell. But the true origins of Saved by the Bell not only go back to 1986; it started as a completely…
The 20 Greatest TV Shows of the 1980s [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:53
Where do you even start when compiling a list of the greatest TV shows of the 1980s? Well, today, this won't come from my opinion but a combination of rankings by Variety, Rolling Stone, and the Writers Guild of America.…