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 | 131 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmSociety & CultureTV Reviews | |||
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Dinosaur infodumps, paleontological accuracy, and Bambi's Late Jurassic ancestor… Oh lawd, it's about to get pretty dark! Join these ‘90s kids as they tackle the production story behind one of the most emotionally heavy-hitting films they can recall ... more
Blue collar blues, nursing homes, and the crushing conveyer belt of existence… Oh lawd, it's about to get pretty dark! Join these ‘90s kids as they flash back to the Brave Little Toaster franchise to break down a song they couldn’t squeeze into their... more
Fiery bosses, paper pushers, and infinite Reptar cereal… Oh lawd, it's about to get pretty dark! Join these ‘90s kids as they rewind to the dawn of the Nicktoon and learn how these toddlers were created – and how they managed to teach a generation ab... more
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
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- Love it but take a beep
I love this, I love the conversation and the in depth discussion of each episode.
I’m not sure if you guys are in different areas but please please stop talking over each other.
Apple Podcasts5TTORRES.TR
United States4 days ago - Omg, so good
I am so glad I found you. I’ve only listened for a week or so, therefore I’ve chosen only the movie nights at this point. I love the format! The first episode being a deep dive into cast and crew and second being storyline, so interesting. Just finished Labyrinth and I loved the themes you described. I think that there were so few female coming of age stories, plus I was young when I fell in love with it, that it makes so much more sense now.
I’ve love all the favorites you speak on, Casper, Ho... more
Apple Podcasts5jacquilmtUnited Statesa month ago - This is (wonderful) trauma porn
I found this recently, and just listened to the All Dogs Go To Heaven episode, and I’m crying. I grew up very catholic, and the religious trauma discussions are very triggering to me.
This episode aged so well, too, since we live in a MAGA-Christian nightmare hellscape.
Apple Podcasts5JoeyFazUnited States2 months ago - Out of all ParaPods, this is the one.
Of course, ATWWD will always be #1 for ParaPods but out of the others that have been added…this is my favorite. The others just feel like rip offs of ATWWD.
Apple Podcasts5Jude_lennoxUnited States2 months ago - One of the best podcasts out there.
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 Podcasts5RJK1972United States2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #35 | United States/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #229 | United States/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #58 |  Canada/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
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This show blends deep-dive analyses of 80s and 90s children's media with personal memories, banter, and research-driven context. Episodes frequently explore darker or more mature themes in nostalgia staples, pairing cultural history with thoughtful critique, production trivia, and fan-friendly humor. Noteworthy traits include a strong emphasis on research-backed history, cross-podcast guest collaborations, and a warm, conversational vibe that makes the nostalgia feel fresh and insightful for both longtime fans and new listeners who love behind-the-scenes storytelling and cultural critique.
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