That's Pretty Dark: An '80s & '90s Nostalgia Podcast
Kalyn Andrews & Christian Baxter Mott | Para PodsHere for the '80s & '90s kids who still long for the safe, spooky glow of the TV screen in a dark room, Kalyn Andrews and Christian Baxter Mott take a nostalgic look at the grittier side of the children's entertainment that ruled our adolescence and moulded our generation. Our show features every-other-weekly discussions ranging from movie nights and season-long binges, to spooky specials of shows... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 128 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV ReviewsTV & FilmSociety & Culture | |||
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Psychic Photography, vengeful spirits, and Phoebe Bridgers… Oh lawd, it's about to get pretty dark! Join these four ‘90s ParaPods kids (including Em Schulz and Christine Schiefer!) as they wade deeper into the curses and tragedies that made Samara sp... more
Sleepwalking parents, Japanese folklore, and viral marketing campaigns… Oh lawd, it's about to get pretty dark! Join these ‘90s kids and two of their podcastin’ heroes as they turn up the horror dial with a millennial classic that shaped the genre as... more
Chanting townsfolk, quarantined premises, and The Little Engine That Could… Oh lawd, it's about to get pretty dark! Join these ‘90s kids as they head back to Hillwood for Arnold’s very first toe-dip into urban legend territory. These airwaves are con... more
Bracket busters, trolley problems, and exploding heads… Oh lawd, it's about to get pretty dark! These FOUR ‘90s kids take you through their first annual March “Dadness” bracket (underscored by Jeri’s foolproof Daddy/Babygirl scale), in which they rat... more
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So much more than a nostalgia podcast. Every episode starts with nostalgia and by the end you’ve come away with a history lesson you didn’t even know you wanted. I’m Gen X and raised my kids on Hey Arnold and the rest of the shows and movies you cover. The podcast is just great fun.
Apple Podcasts5RJK1972
United Statesa month ago - Dark nostalgia 🖤
I love listening to this podcast! I’m an Elder Millennial, so familiar with more of the older things covered. Such a fun show. And I love all the new Parapods crossovers!
Apple Podcasts5xdtrsmjhUnited Statesa month ago - So fun and interesting!
My babies! I love you guys so much! I adore the detail the two of you give us! I will even listen to the episodes about media I haven’t consumed or even plan to consume because I know I’m still going to learn something! Thanks for bringing the fun and pretty darkness!
Apple Podcasts5JesshaynesUnited Statesa month ago - Love the podcast but…
I’ve been listening to you guys for years now and for the most part I love the shows. I love Courage and Hey Arnold. Most of the movies. I wish you guys didn’t focus so much on AYAOTD.
I love Kalyn. Although, Christian CONSTANTLY interrupting her and talking over her, one upping her makes me want to scream. What she has to say is always much better than his rambling.
Apple Podcasts4Brownbird21United States2 months ago - I really tried hard to like it
This podcast covers some really awesome topics from my childhood. I got a through a few episodes, but the TDS is so strong. None of the stuff they cover has to do with politics, but somehow the current president keeps being brought up. Politics doesn’t have to be your whole identity. When we were kids we didn’t even know who Trump was, so why is he tied into these topics? So disappointing.
Apple Podcasts2SmakonBaconUnited States3 months ago
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Nostalgia-driven deep dives into 80s and 90s kids' media, with a focus on darker, more complex themes behind familiar classics. Listeners get thoughtful research on production history, cultural impact, and the psychology of childhood fear, paired with warm banter and personal anecdotes that make topics feel relatable and comforting. The show often links nostalgia to broader cultural conversations, including identity, trauma, and societal change, making it engaging for fans of film, TV, and psychology who want both analysis and atmosphere. A standout is the candid, emotional storytelling from hosts who balance rigorous research with accessible conversation, creating a distinctive, inclusive nostalgia experience.
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