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 | 124 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmSociety & CultureTV Reviews | |||
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Super Soaker battles, gravedigging legends, and androgynous icons… Oh lawd, it's about to get pretty dark! These ‘90s kids are finishing up season 2 of Are You Afraid of the Dark? and going out with a bang… a game, really, of potentially disastrous c... more
Unicornian origins, Greek mythology, and bodies that are dying around us… Oh lawd, it's about to get pretty dark! These ‘90s kids are rounding out their coverage of a film (and novel) that, though elusive to both of them in childhood, has plenty of n... more
Existentialism, unicornicopias, and speed dating EM SCHULZ… Oh lawd, it's about to get pretty dark! These ‘90s kids are beside themselves with anticipation to announce their new home—the ParaPods network, founded by Em Schulz and Christine Scheifer o... more
Reptilian subjugation, Walkman contraband, and Spunge… Oh lawd, it's about to get pretty dark! Join these ‘90s kids for another Midnight Society gathering where nothing is as it seems. From boarding school horrors to binaural beats, they’ll unpack t... more
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- Millennial Memories
I love this podcast! It’s comforting and the hosts’ voices are very soothing. I love AYAOTD and your deep analysis is awesome ♥️
Apple Podcasts5JAC320
United States2 months ago - My favorite podcast
My all time favorite podcast. It’s like they do book reports for tv episodes/ movies from our nostalgic past, delving into why we love (and fear) these movies so much. 10/10 I listen while I work which makes working a breeze!
Apple Podcasts5streetduck77United States4 months ago - Newest Favorite
I’m a bit picky and kind of a stickler for what podcasts I’ll listen to; I want to be engaged and learning while also entertained (hello, Pisces escapism!) I happened upon TPD via TikTok about 2.5 years ago and I’ve been a faithful listener ever since. As the typical millennial, I thoroughly enjoy Kalyn and Christian’s banter and oftentimes find myself with surprisingly similar memories of childhood regarding the topics covered. I enjoy the energy and effort that both bring to the show with the ... more
Apple Podcasts5vpallacoUnited Statesa year ago - New Favorite Podcast
This podcast is truly everything I have ever wanted as a millennial latch key kid. It is as though Kalyn and Christian are in my head reading my mind. It’s the kind of podcast you can’t help speaking out loud to because it really feels like you are hanging out with friends. It’s well made, well edited, spooky yet comforting, and frighteningly nostalgic. With That’s Pretty Dark you’re never really alone, and in a time of loneliness for so many- this podcast is everything. 10/10 cannot recommend h... more
Apple Podcasts5FossilizedAmberUnited Statesa year ago - Feeling Seen & Known with Nostalgia
I can’t remember how I found out about this podcast, but the fact that it exists and touches on the exact hyper fixations I often have on millennial kids entertainment — and why it is so disturbing most of the time — already got me hooked in. The movies in particular that Christian & Kalyn discuss are the ones that you saw and may have virtually forgotten about, but you have these fever dream flashbacks of bizarre scenes or dark feelings that come unburied in your mind in the best way. I enjoy t... more
Apple Podcasts5lldickerUnited Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #74 | United States/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #210 |  Canada/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #183 |  Sweden/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #229 |  Ireland/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
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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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