Episodes

The Battle for 1983 rages on! This week on Back to the 80s Radio, it's Toscano vs. the infamous Chang in another round of musical mayhem. From Dio and Phil Collins to Men at Work, Michael Jackson, and more, we're defending the artists that made 1983 unforgettable. Expect hilarious banter, questionable opinions (mostly Chang's), friendly insults, and enough 80s memories to take you straight back to your Walkman days. Don't miss another round of the Battle for 1983—only on Back to the 80s Radio! ...

Back to the 80s Radio presents: Battle of the Bands — 1986. This week, Toscano and Chang go head-to-head in an all-out 1986 music showdown featuring some of the biggest rock, pop, New Wave, and alternative songs of the year. Three rounds. Three...

Step into the year of big hair, bigger hits, neon nights, arcade lights, and some of the most unforgettable moments of the decade! This week, Toscano & Chang take you on a ride straight back to 1986 — a year when MTV ruled the world, movie theaters were packed, comedians pushed the limits, and the soundtrack of our lives blasted through boom boxes and FM radios everywhere. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/back-to-the-80s-radio--5883226/support.

This week on Back to the 80s Radio, we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the way it felt back then—simple, social, and unforgettable. We’re counting down our top five 80s-inspired St. Patrick’s Day activities and drinks, taking you back to a time when the night was planned around great music, good company, and just enough mischief to make it memorable. From neon-lit parties to the sounds that filled the air, this episode blends the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with the energy of the 1980s—where every ...

Experiences & Freedom – What Did We Lose? We had a conversation about something simple. Back in the 80s, if you wanted music, you waited for it. If you wanted to see someone, you went to their house. If you wanted something big, you saved for it. Now everything’s instant. Music. Movies. Shopping. Even conversations. That’s not a rant. It’s just different. So we asked a real question: Did effort make things feel more meaningful? And another one: Did we feel freer when nobody could reach us 24/7?...

One Vision of Queen with Marc Martel Saturday, February 28, 2026 7:00 PM We Will Rock You, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, We Are the Champions, and the legendary Bohemian Rhapsody are songs that just scratch the surface of Queen’s legacy. There was only one Freddie Mercury. His unique vocals have made it nearly impossible to perform his music as he did. Finally, we are able to present Marc Martel and One Vision of Queen performing Freddie’s music as it should be. Legendary Queen drummer Roger...

This week on Back to the 80s Radio, it’s just Mario — and a deep dive into what made the 80s more than just a decade. It was the experience. Walking into Blockbuster. Spending an hour in the mall. Getting lost with a Thomas Guide on your lap. Choosing a VHS tape and committing to the night. In a world built on convenience, we revisit a time built on participation. If you’ve ever missed the ritual, the anticipation, or the feeling of being fully present — this one’s for you. Become a supporter ...

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Today on Back to the 80s Radio, today’s show is a little different. It’s just me behind the mic—no co-host, no banter—just a moment to slow down and revisit one of the most powerful songs the 1980s ever gave us: We Are the World. This wasn’t just a song. It was a moment in time. In 1985, the biggest voices in music came together—not for fame, not for charts—but to remind the world that compassion still mattered, that unity was possible, and that helping someone you’ll never meet was worth doing...

Back to the 80s Radio: When Radio Was a Friend, Not an Algorithm. What if the thing we miss most about the 1980s isn’t just the music — but the way we lived? In this episode of Back to the 80s Radio, Toscano takes you back to a time when radio wasn’t background noise; it was a companion. When songs arrived, instead of being demanded. When moments had space to unfold, when freedom and experience mattered more than convenience and control, this isn’t a countdown show. It’s not nostalgia for nostal...

This week on Back to the 80s Radio, Toscano & Chang crank up the 80s cover tunes—the hits you know, redone the 80s way. Expect loud guitars, louder opinions, nonstop laughs, and ridiculous studio skits as we spin the songs you forgot were covers. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/covering-the-80s-toscano-chang-unleashed--5883226/support.

In this special edition of Back to the 80s Radio, host Toscano steps out from behind the console and takes you on a deeply personal journey through the decade that defined him. It’s the story of growing up in Southern California in the 1980s—the sounds, the streets, and the song that changed everything: U2’s “Where the Streets Have No Name.” More than a memory, it’s a look back at how music can shape a life, heal a heart, and ignite a purpose. This is one man’s story of faith, family, and the ...

Back to the 80s Radio is back with a powerful comeback episode that’s more than nostalgia — it’s the closest thing we have to a real time machine. For 30 minutes, step inside the sound of Los Angeles radio in the 1980s. Hear authentic broadcasts from Power 106 in 1987 and KIIS FM in 1989, complete with legendary personalities, commercials, traffic, and sports — exactly as they went out over the air. This special tribute is dedicated to the jocks who shaped the magic of 80s radio, the very voice...

"Gone But Not Forgotten: The Icons We Lost" This week, we turn down the lights and turn up the memories. Back to the 80s Radio pays tribute to the legends who defined our youth but left us too soon — the musicians, actors, entertainers, and cultural...

Today on Back to the 80s Radio Show, Mario Toscano and The Chang take you on a journey through all the exciting new things coming your way! Get ready for some major announcements as they share updates about the future of the show, sneak peeks into...

Back to the 80s Radio - Special Guest: Eric Martin from Mr. Big! Get ready for an unforgettable episode of Back to the 80s Radio! Today, we’re turning the dial up to 11 as we welcome a true icon of 80s rock: Eric Martin, lead singer of the legendary...

Toscano and Chang are back (finally!) to unwrap the mystery of why they've been MIA—it involves Santa, a sleigh, and some serious holiday drama. Join us as we jingle all the way down memory lane, reminiscing about the coolest (and weirdest) gifts of...

Show 1 of 2 - Today on Back to the 80s Radio, Toscano & Chang dive into a world where the unthinkable happened—what if certain iconic 80s things never existed?  From classic movies and music to trends that defined a generation, we'll explore how...

From the blistering guitar solos to the outrageous fashion, this episode is a wild ride through one of the most iconic eras in music history. Join Toscano and Chang as they explore the bands that defined a generation, including Motley Crue, Poison,...

Join us for a dazzling trip back to the golden age of rock on today's episode of Back to the 80s Radio Show! 🎸✨ This week, Toscano and Chang take you through the electrifying world of 80s Glam and Hair Metal. From the iconic riffs to the...

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"Get ready for a synth-tastic ride on this week’s Back to the 80s Radio! Toscano is flying solo while Chang sips tea and crumpets with The Smiths and Robert Smith of The Cure in London. Dive into the iconic synthwave sounds that defined a generation...

On today's 'Back to the 80s Radio Show,' we’re excited to welcome a special guest, Eric Shoars! A serial storyteller who treats the English language like his personal playground, Eric never met a pun he didn’t like. Often described as a modern-day...