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Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast

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We Didn't Start the Fire
Beverly Hills Cop
1980s Music
Purple Rain
Stranger Things
MTV
Billy Joel
80s Movies
1984
Jaws
Chevy Chase
Eddie Murphy
Star Wars Holiday Special
Jurassic Park
Jimmy Buffett
Phil Collins
Footloose
The Breakfast Club
Grammy Awards
An American Werewolf In London

The pinnacle of infotainment! Crazy stuff you didn’t know about the greatest movies and music of the 80’s, 90’s, and beyond. Hilarity ensues as a research professor and a pop culture savant are pitted against each other in a debate to determine what entertainment icons of film, music, and games are the best of the best of Generation X. www.thesurelypodcast.com/

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Jason and Dee are back with another unforgettable 80s showdown, and this time they’re putting two of the most iconic teen comedies head-to-head: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986) vs. Adventures in Babysitting (1987). And they’re not doing it alone—join... more

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Jason and Dee of the Surely You Can’t Be Serious podcast conclude their special two-part conversation with Robert Hays, the man who first uttered the immortal words: “Surely you can’t be serious.”

In Episode 2, the surprises keep coming as the guys ... more

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This week, Jason and Dee of the Surely You Can’t Be Serious podcast welcome a true legend—actor Robert Hays, the man who first delivered the immortal line that inspired the very name of the show: “Surely you can’t be serious.

”In Episode 1 of this s... more

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Jason and Dee wrap up their 3-part deep dive into the albums of 1981 with a look at one of the decade’s most hit-packed records — Private Eyes by Hall & Oates.

In this final installment, the guys go track-by-track through the album, breaking down ev... more

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Recent Guests

Julie Hagerty
Actress, frequent collaborator with Robert Hays on Airplane!
Episode: Interview with Robert Hays: Part 2 The Sequel
Robert Hays
Actor known for Airplane!
Actor
Episode: Interview with Robert Hays: Part 1
Jill McCormick
Guest, female perspective on films
Episode: "Pretty in Pink" (1986) vs. "Some Kind of Wonderful" (1987): Part 2
Melissa Mingle
Guest, female perspective on films
Episode: "Pretty in Pink" (1986) vs. "Some Kind of Wonderful" (1987): Part 2
Tim Epp
Canadian Rush insider providing track-by-track insights
Canada
Episode: Rush "Moving Pictures" (1981): Track by Track!
Doug Gray
Longtime friend and guest host
REO Speedwagon (guest)
Episode: REO Speedwagon "Hi Infidelity" (1980): Track by Track!
John Reed
Host of 30something Movie Podcast
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Episode: Star Wars Holiday Special (1978): Part 1 of 2
Pat Canigallo
Co-host of 30something Movie Podcast
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Episode: Star Wars Holiday Special (1978): Part 1 of 2
Dennis Matuche
Co-host of 30something Movie Podcast
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Dee Graves
Co-host of a nostalgia-focused pop culture podcast; frequent contributor to the discussion of 70s–90s media

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 276 ratings
  • Fun listening!

    My favorite podcast! I look forward to every episode! The guys pick great topics, provide interesting information (and a heck of a lot of it), while not taking themselves too serious (hence the title!). They travel down all kinds of wormholes just like you do when having discussions with your friends. The episodes aren’t too long so you can usually listen to a full show without having to stop then pick it up again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Osubauer96
    United States4 months ago
  • Fantastic show

    Well produced & researched, great topic choices and love the interesting facts. One of my favourite pods.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Power drop
    Australia6 months ago
  • , right?

    A decent enough podcast, but they end 75% of their sentences with “, right?”

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    sjm320
    United States6 months ago
  • Amazing show

    This is an amazing show. I love the content that you bring to every episode I’m glad to find people that share. They seem love for movies and music as I do. Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lanetrain11
    United States6 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    An absolutely great show for anyone interested in 80’s and 90’s culture! Keep up the great work guys 👍🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Russell Bruce
    United Kingdom8 months ago

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Content consistently blends nostalgia with insightful analysis and humor.
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Interview with Robert Hays: Part 2 The Sequel
Q: Tell me about Iron Man and your experience voicing the character.
Hays explains the fun and challenge of voice work, the differences between voice acting and on-camera acting, and recalls a memorable moment about voicing a character and collaborating with other voice actors.
Interview with Robert Hays: Part 2 The Sequel
Q: Tell us about your first meeting with The Boys and what that experience was like.
Robert describes his agent and the casting process, the audition environment, and how he and Julie Hagerty were ultimately brought together as a test pair, highlighting the tension between early screen tests and final casting decisions.
Men at Work "Business As Usual" (1981): Track by Track!
Q: James, tell us about how you came across this album.
James explains growing up in a small town with limited access to MTV and video radio, which led him to discover Men at Work through early video airings and radio, shaping his later appreciation for their quirky sound and the album's lasting influence.
Star Wars Holiday Special (1978): Part 2 of 2
Q: Who is the only actor to have appeared in every theatrical Star Wars film?
Anthony Daniels, who plays C-3PO, is the only actor to have appeared in every theatrical Star Wars film.
Star Wars Holiday Special (1978): Part 2 of 2
Q: Which character from the prequel trilogy makes a surprise appearance in Solo?
Darth Maul appears in Solo.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast

What is Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively nostalgia-driven show that analyzes iconic 80s and 90s movies, music, and pop culture through deep research, humorous banter, and spirited debates. Episodes frequently blend trivia, historical context, and personal anecdotes, with guests ranging from actors and music historians to female perspectives on films. Noteworthy is the seamless mix of track-by-track music discussions, interview reminiscences, and entertaining host chemistry that keeps conversations fresh yet warmly familiar for Gen X and nostalgia enthusiasts. Potential listeners should expect thoughtful analysis wrapped in engaging storytelling, with a consistently conversational vibe that feels like hanging out with friends who love the era as much as they do. The format... more

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2. Robert Hays
3. Jill McCormick
4. Melissa Mingle
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7. John Reed
8. Pat Canigallo

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