Turn It Up, Man! 1987’s Freedom Rock!

Turn It Up, Man! 1987’s Freedom Rock!

Author: David Yas & Michael ”Milt” Wolfe September 4, 2026 Duration: 1:18:01
Dave and Milt record in person at Casa Wolfe for a special Past 10s episode that ditches the usual Billboard Top 10 format to start a “Freedom Rock” breakdown, inspired by the endlessly replayed 1987 TV ad. They explain the compilation’s formats (four LPs, three cassettes, or two CDs; 40 songs) and begin covering the first 10 tracks in order, rating each with ChatGPT’s absurd “Freedom Rock score” of 1–5 vans, plus … Footloose! Seinfeld! Vans! Vomiting! Let’s go!   Topics 00:42 Podcast Setup at Casa Wolfe 02:36 Freedom Rock Ad Flashback 03:14 Compilation CD Culture 08:07 Freedom Rock Breakdown Plan 09:51 Track 1 Turn Turn Turn 12:44 Finley the Dog Arrives 15:48 Track 2 Change the World 21:17 Track 3 Locomotive Breath 27:07 Track 4 Old Dixie Down 33:31 Track 5 War Protest Anthem 40:03 Mic in Dog Bowl 41:32 Santana Black Magic Woman 47:02 Nilsson Jump Into Fire 55:06 Smoke on Water Story 01:00:06 Vomit Van Memories 01:04:04 United We Stand Roast 01:07:59 One Tin Soldier Billy Jack 01:15:06 Wrap Up Guest Invite

For anyone who’s ever argued about a one-hit wonder or wondered what exactly made a chart-topper tick, there’s PAST 10s: A Top 10 Time Machine-Music of the 70s, 80s and More. Hosts Michael “Milt” Wolfe and David Yas don’t just play the hits; they dig into the actual top ten lists from decades past, serving up a blend of nostalgia and fresh commentary. Each episode is a deep dive into a specific chart, breaking down not just the winners but the curious also-rans and genuine oddities that shared the space. You’ll hear them analyze everything from the undeniable classics to those “how did that get there?” moments, all with a sense of camaraderie and genuine curiosity. While the core of the podcast revolves around the music of the 1970s and 1980s, they happily venture into the 90s and other eras, applying the same formula to themed lists like the greatest cover songs, iconic TV themes, and memorable movie soundtracks. It’s less a lecture and more like eavesdropping on a great conversation between two knowledgeable friends who love to unpack the stories behind the songs. The result is a consistently engaging listen that might make you revisit your old playlists with a new appreciation. Tune in for a weekly dose of musical archaeology that’s as much about the cultural context as it is about the melody.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

PAST 10s: A Top 10 Time Machine - Music of the 70s, 80s and More
Podcast Episodes
Duran Duran, Fountains of Wayne: The Starter Kit [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:51
On this very special episode of Past Tens, your beloved hosts — one recovering from surgery, the other recovering from life — roll out something brand new: The Starter Kit. Think of it as the musical tasting menu nobody…
70s/80s Trash TV! The Battle of the Network Stars [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:43:13
Ladies and gentlemen, what you are about to experience is nothing less than a rollicking romp through the gilded pantheon of televised tomfoolery! In this extraordinary edition of “Past Tens: The Top 10 Time Machine,” yo…
Ultimate 1980s Music Trivia! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:48
Just when you think you know the answers to 80s music trivia, we start changing the questions. Here you go, Machiners. 5 rounds. 5 questions each round. Choose wisely.
Hits of 1981: Getting Physical [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:01:24
Strap in, Time Travelers — Dave and Milt are firing up the chart-powered DeLorean and punching in the week of November 21, 1981, a glorious moment when MTV was still shiny and new, Hall & Oates ruled with feathered fists…
The Greatest Duets of All Time [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:06
There once were two hosts, Milt and Dave, Whose duets made the time charts behave. From Loggins and Nicks, To Bowie’s slick mix, They delivered the hits that we crave. They told tales of songs that still shine,Shared mem…
1990 Tunes: When Ice Was Cool [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:54:42
Strap in, time travelers — Dave and Milt are firing up the Time Machine and heading straight back to a world of ripped jeans, Aqua Net, and questionable rap credibility. It’s November 3, 1990, and the Billboard Top 10 is…
Remembering MTV’s Remote Control! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:19:46
Dave and Milt reminisce about MTV's cultural impact following the announcement of its shutdown after 44 years. They share personal stories and memories from appearing on the classic MTV game show 'Remote Control.' Dave a…
The 1973 Albums Draft [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:48:32
Fire up the time machine, because Dave and Milt are cranking it to 1973—the year rock gods walked among us. Joined by fellow music geeks Scott Ziegler and David Kaufer, the crew dives headfirst into a snake draft of pure…
1980s Albums:Time to Play the Game [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:46:45
Strap in, Time Travelers—because this week on Past Tens: The Top 10 Time Machine, Dave and the Chartmeister himself, Milt, are punching the flux capacitor back to October 18, 1980. That’s right: the hair was feathered, t…