Rediscover the 80s: Interview with Sam Bernard

Rediscover the 80s: Interview with Sam Bernard

Author: Wyatt Bloom June 26, 2026 Duration: 31:38

Wyatt had the incredible honor on Rediscover the '80s the podcast to interview screenplay writer and co-producer of the movie Rad Sam Bernard.  We discuss his memories of the movie along with how he became a screenplay writer.  As well as discuss a new comic book, Rad: HELLTRACK debuting.


Hosted by Wyatt Bloom, Rediscover The 80s is more than a nostalgia trip; it’s a deep, conversational dive into the decade that shaped a generation. This podcast functions like a curated radio station for your ears, blending talk, review, and personal journal elements to explore the era’s lasting impact on our society and culture. The flagship “Memory Jogger” segment is exactly that-a lively, often surprising talk format designed to trigger long-buried recollections and connections, offering a genuine mental spark for Gen Xers and curious newcomers alike. Then, shift gears with “Rediscovered,” where the focus turns to the hidden gems and forgotten corners of ’80s entertainment, from obscure Saturday morning cartoons and short-lived sitcoms to cult films that never got their due. Wyatt’s approach is less about dry history and more about shared experience, weaving news of current retro trends with personal reflections and deep-cut analyses. Each episode aims to connect the dots between then and now, asking why certain styles, stories, and sounds from the ’80s continue to resonate. You’ll find the tone here is welcoming and specific, avoiding broad stereotypes to instead unpack the decade’s complexity with genuine curiosity. Listening to this podcast feels like hanging out with a knowledgeable friend who has an incredible archive of VHS tapes and a knack for storytelling, making each topic-whether it’s the personal journals of an ’80s teenager or the cultural ripple effect of a tech innovation-feel immediate and relevant. It’s a dedicated space for those who remember the decade firsthand and for anyone interested in understanding its enduring fingerprint on our entertainment and collective memory.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Rediscover The 80s
Podcast Episodes
Rediscover the 80s: Retrocon 2026 Post Game/Wrap Up [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:10
Another Glorious Retrocon event set in history! Retrocon 2026 was an awesome time and filled with wall-to-wall nostalgia. Wish I could have been there for both days, yet it was a radical time nonetheless! Take a listen t…
Memory Jogger 65: Night Court [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:40
After a brief summer vacation, Memory Jogger is back with another mystery episode. We spun the randomizer and landed on the television show Night Court. Join Wyatt and Brian as they discuss their memories, favorite chara…
Rediscover the 80s: Retrocon 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:42
Retrocon 2026 is getting ready for their event held Sept 12-13, 2026. Listen as Wyatt brings you all the details for this epic event!
Rediscover the 80s: Interview with Tom Hippler [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:44
Tom Hippler joins Wyatt in this episode to tell us about his book Boxed In - Trapped in 80s Television and tell us about his tales of being an actor, Navy Seal, and host of the Fanacek podcast. Give it a listen!
Rediscover the 80s: Interview with Mark Sheard [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:17
Join us on the latest edition of Rediscover the 80s the podcast as Wyatt has the opportunity to speak with Mark Sheard, site director for Thundercats.org
Rediscover the 80s: Interview with Hue & Cry [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:41
Join Wyatt as he interviews Greg and Pat Kane of the Scottish band Hue & Cry. Set to release their 16th album on May 29, 2026, listen to their incredible journey and how they've adapted their sound as they like.
Memory Jogger 64: Stereos, Boomboxes, and Walkmans [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:04
Journey along this episode of a mystery Memory Jogger. In this episode, we discuss our earliest radios, stereos, boomboxes, walkmans, and even touch on the CD realm. Join Wyatt and Bob as we run down our memories!
Rediscover the 80s: Interview with Steve Spears [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:42
Join Wyatt as we speak with Steve Spears from Stuck in the '80s podcast in which we discuss his book. His show alone spans over 18 years and 773 (at this moment) podcasts.
Memory Jogger 63: Bikes, Trikes, and Pedal Vehicles [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:38
Memory Jogger is back with the "randomizer" choosing the title of Biking. Karen joins Wyatt as they reminisce of their early ride-on vehicles looking to the 3-wheeled "ikes." Karen reflects on her early "big wheel" as he…
Rank 'Em: New Years [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:58
Rank 'Em has returned! Starting off the new year with the rebirth of a Rediscover the 80s podcast. Join this round table of retro friends as we discuss our favorite and least favorite New Years, recalling memories of New…