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We Don't Wanna Grow Up

Pete & Stacy, Bleav
Nostalgia
My So-Called Life
Christmas
Pop Culture
90s Pop Culture
Jordan Catalano
Halloween
Grease 2
90s Movies
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Felicity
Childhood Memories
Sex and the City
80s Movies
Ghost Stories
House Parties
New Kids On the Block
Thanksgiving
Middle School
Survivor

We Don’t Wanna Grow Up is an 80s, 90s, and 2000s nostalgia podcast about movies, TV shows, music, toys, and pop culture. We want to take you back to that feeling of strolling down the aisles at Toys R Us, flipping through the J.C. Penney catalog so you can earmark everything you want for Christmas, cozying up in front of the television on a Saturday morning with a big bowl of cereal, or waiting ho... more

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In today's Freestyle Friday episode, we share some Pop Culture News (movie and TV show sequels, the return of GAP's perfume from the 90s, and the alleged return of MySpace), what we've been watching lately (Big Brother, Undertone, Spider-Man: Brand N... more

Today, we’re covering Season 3, Episode 4 of Felicity, 'Greeks and Geeks,' where the girls take Felicity to a frat party, Ben helps Javier study for his citizenship test, and both Noel and Meghan start new jobs.

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In today's Freestyle Friday episode, we share some personal stories, and discuss upcoming nostalgic sequels and remakes (A Nightmare on Elm Street, Child's Play, Practical Magic 2, Crystal Lake), what we've been watching lately (Big Brother, Love Isl... more

In this episode, Pete and Stacy share stories from their audience about their adventures (or near-death experiences) at Action Park and other local theme parks in the 80s and 90s!

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Recent Guests

Angelina Rose
Show & Tell participant, nostalgic pop culture enthusiast
Episode: Freestyle Friday 33 - That's Just the Way It Is
John Ritter
Renowned actor and comic, known for his roles in sitcoms.
Actor
Episode: Felicity (Season 3, Episode 2 - The Anti-Natalie Intervention)
Travis Kennedy
Author of The Whyte Python World Tour.
White Python
Episode: Freestyle Friday 11 - Bonus Tracks
Pamela Anderson
Played Lisa on Home Improvement.
Episode: Home Improvement Holiday Episodes
Patricia Richardson
Played Jill Taylor on Home Improvement.
Episode: Home Improvement Holiday Episodes
Damon Sharp
Producer, songwriter, DJ, and recording artist
Various music projects and collaborations
Episode: Holiday Things and Mild Themes
Jackson Flowers
Listener who shares nostalgic memories and preferences related to pop culture from the 80s and 90s.
Episode: Tuttle Eclipse of the Heart
Lyndsay Rush
Author with a focus on 80s and 90s nostalgic themes
Author of 'A Bit Much'
Episode: Favorite 90s Thrillers (Part 3)
Michael McNair
Recurring guest on the podcast
Episode: Full Send It & Cowabunga!

Hosts

Stacey
Co-host of the show; appears across numerous episodes discussing nostalgia-related topics.
Pete
Host of the show; leads discussions on 80s–00s media and nostalgia-focused banter.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 518 ratings
  • Pure Joy

    One of my favorite podcasts. Stacy and Pete always seem to bring a smile to my face and provide plenty of giggles. This podcast is pure joy and fun! So grateful for the time and energy they put into this fantastic podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tara1382
    United States8 months ago
  • Nostalgic Heaven!

    I love this podcast. The hosts are funny and sweet. Their content is like one big walk down memory lane. Stacy & I have similar taste in shows, movies, and toys from the 80’s & 90’s and it’s so fun to hear her take on them. Keep the content coming, please! :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlimeFlower
    United States9 months ago
  • Tired

    At first some were interesting, lately they seemed preoccupied and not engaged. Hopefully they can get recommitted or stop the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Eric Santa Cruz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Just started listening and love it but

    Listening to the SATC trivia and I thought Samantha’s first monogamous relationship was with James…??

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Milamika123
    United Statesa year ago
  • A New Fan!

    I found your podcast recently while searching for my favorite made-for-TV movies from my teenage years, Dance Til Dawn! I was so excited that you covered it, but have loved catching up on your other episodes as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RWest524
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners love the strong nostalgia hook and the duo's chemistry.
Many describe the show as comforting and feel-good.
Some listeners crave more varied topics or guest insights yet keep coming back for the nostalgia.
Fans appreciate deep dives into forgotten favorites and era trivia.
A subset notes the banter can be addictively entertaining and addictive to binge.

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My So-Called Life Trivia
Q: What extra credit project was Angela supposed to work on with Brian?
Volumeter.
My So-Called Life Trivia
Q: Which character did actor Danton Stone play?
Uncle Neil.
My So-Called Life Trivia
Q: On Halloween, when they go to the high school to summon the ghost of Nikki Driscoll, what time do they meet and why?
They meet at nine because it's a witchy number.
Sex and the City Triva
Q: Which borough of New York City did Miranda and Steve move to?
They moved to Brooklyn.
Sex and the City Triva
Q: What is the name of the cover story of the New York Magazine where Carrie lands on the cover looking horrible?
The title was 'Single and Fabulous?' with a question mark because the cover photo made her look hungover.

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What is We Don't Wanna Grow Up about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show leans into deep nostalgia for 80s, 90s, and early 2000s pop culture, with affectionate deep dives into movies, TV, music, toys, and era-defining moments. Hosts stitch personal memories, fan stories, and trivia into a cozy, conversational nostalgia ride that often doubles as a celebration of comfort culture from childhood and adolescence. Notably, the banter, curated nostalgia subjects, and end-of-episode outtakes create a welcoming, long-tail listening experience that can feel like hanging out with old friends. The format works well for listeners seeking feel-good reminiscence and connected community around shared childhood memories, while sponsors and guests can align with retro brands, cult favorites, and nostalgia-driven merch.... more

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2. John Ritter
3. Travis Kennedy
4. Pamela Anderson
5. Patricia Richardson
6. Damon Sharp
7. Jackson Flowers
8. Lyndsay Rush

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