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: Everybody Wants to Rule the World book [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:13
Everybody Wants to Rule the World is a fictional book set in 1985 wherein 14 year old Peter believes that his mother's new boyfriend is a Russian agent. Join Wyatt as he interviews author Ace Atkins about his latest book…
Rediscover the 80s: Jason Gross Day - Tribute 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:09
Two years have trickled away since our dear friend and founder of Rediscover the 80s departed the earthly plane and arrived in Heaven. Jason Gross made a true impact on all of those in the retro community and we still re…
Rediscover the 80s: Interview with Courtney Gains [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:15
Character actor and talented musical artist Courtney Gains interviews with Wyatt Bloom to discuss his vast career of Children of the Corn, acting career, and his musical career to include his latest song Fear the Boogie…
Rediscover the 80s: Old School Evil-Our Darkest Hour [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:04
Brian Cave is back with his third book in the Old School Evil collection of books titled Old School Evil: Our Darkest Hour. Brian shares the inspiration for his latest book and more about the trilogy as a whole.
Rediscover the 80s: The Day We Found Yesterday [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:54
Wyatt Bloom interviews Tamara "Tami" learning about her company TLCBookDesign.com, what inspired her to write the children's book titled "The Day We Found Yesterday", and learning about a few celebrities to include VJ Ma…
Rediscover the 80s: Asylum Wresting Event in Clearfield, PA [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:19
Wyatt interviews Erik of Asylum Pro Wrestling. He and his team host wrestling events through the United States and he's partnered with Rediscover the 80s and our other site, Clearfield-County.Com, hosting a September to…
Rediscover the 80s: Retrocon 2025 Pre-Show [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:25
Retrocon 2025 is coming up September 6-7, 2025. Wyatt provides you with a pre-show, celebrity rundown, and more details about this year's Retrocon. Grab a drink and have a listen to what is waiting for you this year!
Rediscover the 80s: Risk-Taking in American Cinema [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:42
In this episode, Wyatt invited Dustin Morrow of The Long Rewind to answer these questions. Dustin is a Professor of '80s Cinema as well as a prolific screen writer thus we requested his expertise to answer some of these…