Welcome to Back to the 80s Radio!

Episodes

106
Oct. 23, 2022

'80s Pop Music

Today we start a new series of shows to talk about '80s music history. Pop is today's topic and you don't want to miss the entire series. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
2
Oct. 14, 2022

The 1980s - Rock Sugar Band & More

We are talking to our special guest, Chuck Duran lead guitarist, and co-founder of mash-up band sensation, Rock Sugar, and if you don’t have plane fare, can you go on YouTube and be one of the millions who watch and listen to Rock Sugar every day! Check it out HERE! https://www.rocksugarband.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
105
Oct. 7, 2022

Female Artists in the '80s

The dynamic duo of 80s radio and comedy will talk about the great music from the beautiful ladies that made some of the great music of that time! Don't miss the show and you may even hear a special news report! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
105
Sept. 30, 2022

Radio Personalities of the '80s Part 2

Today we finish our discussion on the amazing talent of personalities in the 1980s. Join us as we travel back to a time when radio personalities ruled the airwaves and the listener mattered! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
104
Sept. 23, 2022

Radio Personalities of the '80s Part 1

On what is most likely a 2-part show, Toscano and Chang will talk about the awesomeness of '80s radio personalities. Come with us and listen to some of the wildest jocks that radio had. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
104
Sept. 2, 2022

The Final Music Stop - 1989's Top Songs

Toscano and Chang talk take the final trip all the way to 1989 and give you their picks for the best songs from 1989! Join us in the second half of the show because today we talk to Sandy Kaye from, "A Breath of Fresh Air" radio show and podcast. regular entertainment correspondent for radio with a history in both TV and radio, (she was Sydney radio’s first female newsreader!) in early 2020, as the COVID pandemic spread and lockdowns and restrictions became the order of the day, Sandy was asked...
104
Aug. 26, 2022

The Top 5 Songs from 1988

We're talking about 1988's greatest hits! Today Toscano & Chang will go head-to-head once again and try to outdo each other with their picks for the best songs from 1988! Don't miss out on the great music and banter. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
103
Aug. 13, 2022

Back to the '80s Top 5 songs from 1987

What are your favorite songs from 1987? Today we are talking more about music and compete against each other! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
103
Aug. 5, 2022

Back to the '80s Top Songs From 1986

Today the guys talk about Billboard's choice for the best songs of 1986. However, they turn the tables and discuss their own choices for the top 5 songs of that same year. You don't want to miss this show! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
103
July 29, 2022

Top 5 Greatest Songs from 1985

You may or may not agree with Billboard's choices on their top 100 songs from 1985, but you'll certainly have some fun hearing Toscano & Chang's list. Today they once again go head-to-head on the quest to beat each other with their selection of the greatest songs on earth! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
102
July 22, 2022

The Top 10 Songs from 1984

Today we continue our musical journey through 1984 and briefly mention Billboard's top songs, but more importantly, we are going to play our favorites for that year. Don't miss this awesome episode of the greatest '80s radio show on earth! A big shoutout to Sandy Kaye who hosts, "A Breath of Fresh Air" podcast. A music magazine that celebrates the music we grew up with and the people who made it. This show really IS A Breath of Fresh Air. https://linktr.ee/abreathoffreshair https://podcasts.ap...
102
July 8, 2022

Back to the '80s Radio's Top 10 Songs of 1983

Today we are talking about the top 10 songs from 1983. Whether you agree or don't agree with Billboard's Top 10, you sure have some laughs with Toscano & Chang as they discuss their thoughts on the top songs from that year. Don't miss the laughs! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
102
July 1, 2022

Top 10 Songs of 1982

Toscano and Chang talk about the songs that made 1982 all that much better. Join us today as we travel through time and hear what Billboard chose as their top 10 as well. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
101
June 25, 2022

STEELHEART

If you love '80s music and rock and haven't heard of SteelHeart, this is a treat! Today we talk with SteelHeart's Miljenko Matijevic. He talks about the ups and downs of being a rock star from the start in the late '80s and how he continues to maintain his phenomenal voice intact to keep recording and bringing us Rockin' sounds! You don't want to miss this show. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
100
June 17, 2022

1981 Top 10 Songs According to Back to the '80s Radio

Today we're taking a ride through 1981 and checking out what Billboard thinks the best songs of '81 were. We talk to Gina D. about the Rolling Stones 2022 Tour, and Toscano & Chang give their picks for the best songs of 1981. Don't miss the show as we have a couple of guest callers you may end up recognizing. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
99
June 12, 2022

Back to the '80s Top 10 Greatest Songs of 1980

Today we are talking about both Billboard's Top 10 and Back to the '80s Radio's choice for the top 10 songs of 1980. Hang out with us and listen to the antics of Toscano & Chang. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
98
June 3, 2022

Talking '80s Music and Career changes

A special guest on Back to the '80s radio is Brian Curtis from the band, Bad Company talks about the good, the bad, and the ugly of bands trying to make it in the '80s. Also on the show, Evan Cassimy, CEO of Interview Pros discusses career changes. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
98
May 27, 2022

Long Live Rock n' Roll, Long Live the '80s

Today on the Back to the '80s Radio show, we talk with Haitian actor and producer best known for his role as "the Haitian" on the NBC television series Heroes, Jimmy Jean-Louis. We also have a visit from Gina DeFranco, the executive producer at BWAROC.org, who turns concerts and events into stunning spectacles. Then, Toscano and Chang rant a bit about the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame! Don't miss the show. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
89
May 20, 2022

An Interview with SteelHeart - Miljenko Matijević

Join us as we talk with Miljenko Matijević from SteelHeart on today's Back to the '80s Radio. We talk about rock music and the 1980s. Thank you to Gina DeFranco, the Executive Producer at BWAROC.org. Thank you to Eriki Himil, Co-Producer, Musical Director, and guitarist for, '27 The Show - The Ultimate Tribute Concert. Adi Argelazi (Janis Joplin) and Gabe Maska (Kurt Cobain) for taking the time to interview. Check out Uploading Podcasts at https://bit.ly/UploadingPodcast80s --- Support this...
88
May 18, 2022

Talking music with SteelHeart and More

We are heading down the home stretch with special interviews before the big night at the Troubadour in West Hollywood on May 19th. Special guests: Gina the Party Diva, Steel Heart, and Erik Himil from the 27 Show. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
86
May 13, 2022

The Troubadour and The 27 Show

We have a full house of special guests on the show today. Don't miss out as we talk to Gina DeFranco, the executive producer at BWAROC.org, who turns concerts and events into stunning spectacles. We also talk with Erik Himil, musical director and guitarist of the 27 Show, Adi Argelazi who portrays Janis Joplin on stage, and Gabe Maska, who turns into Kurt Cobain. Thursday, May 19, 2022, " 27 The Show - Musical Adventure" will open at Doug Weston's Troubadour in West Hollywood, California. The "...
85
April 29, 2022

Radio Was Awesome in the '80s

Today we have a special guest and on-air personality, Geno Mitchellini from KLOS 95.5 Los Angeles and KOME 98.5. Geno talks about the behind-the-scenes in the radio business and how much it changed. Don't miss the show. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
84
April 22, 2022

The Retro Commercial Fever

Today's special guest on Back to the '80s Radio is, David Zamora from the YouTube channel, "Dave's Archives." Together with Toscano & Chang, they talk about Dave's commitment to all retro fans. Come and have some laughs with the guys on Back to the '80s radio! Dave's Archives YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DavesArchives Dave's Archives Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DavesArchives --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support
84
April 15, 2022

Helping Others in the 1980s

A quick look into the charities in the 1980s and charitable events that drew the largest crowds on earth. Special guest, Suzan Freeman of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada talks to us about an amazing '80s style event she is organizing in support of the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/backtothe80s/support