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The (Mostly) 80s Music Podcast: What Difference Does It Make?

Dave Sloan and Holly Cantos
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Foreigner
The Cure
Disappointing Affirmations
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Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame
1986
Country Music
Mental Health
Pearl Harbour
Marco Collins
Radio History
New Year's Eve
Cruel World Fest
Los Angeles Country Rock
Women In Rock
Feminism
Los Angeles
1987
Irish Radio

Dave and Holly, your 80s music aficionados, talk to the artists and music industry insiders that made it the greatest decade for music.

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Roddy Bottum
Musician and author of the memoir "The Royal We"
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Episode: Please Refer To Roddy Bottum As The Royal We
Arielle Nissenblatt
Podcast Hall of Famer and expert in podcasting and curation
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Andy Greene
Senior writer at Rolling Stone Magazine
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Episode: Andy Greene: Rolling Stone Magazine's Secret Weapon
Bill Janovitz
Author of The Cars, Let the Stories Be Told and musician
Buffalo Tom
Episode: Bill Janovitz Lets The Cars Story Be Told
Vicki Peterson
Guitarist and vocalist of The Bangles
Episode: What Difference Does It Make Best Of 2025
John Cowsill
Member of The Cowsills and husband to Vicki Peterson
Episode: What Difference Does It Make Best Of 2025
Eric Vitro
Vocal coach known for working with many top artists
Episode: What Difference Does It Make Best Of 2025
Paul Myers
Host and producer of the Record Store Day podcast, and author of 'John Candy: A Life in Comedy'
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Episode: Paul Myers and John Candy
Russell Hitchcock
Singer of Air Supply
Air Supply
Episode: Russell Hitchcock Gives Us Fifty Years of Air Supply

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Dave
Co-host discussing 80s music and culture with a focus on engaging interviews and entertaining storytelling.
Holly
Co-host and music expert passionate about the 80s, providing insights and sharing engaging stories from the era.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Excellent listen!

    Great listen for fans of music from the 80’s or really any decade.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brainadamant
    United States3 years ago
  • Great Podcasts

    Dave & Holly do an incredible job on this podcast. Great job

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danny 1432
    United States3 years ago
  • What difference does it make

    What a great podcast !! Thoroughly enjoyed the personal home touch -David Sloan really knows how to carry on a conversation with people and it shows. You must listen to his podcasts and I can’t wait to hear his next one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    doc low
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome to the max

    Great chemistry between the host and loads of 80s fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BigDannySmack
    United States4 years ago
  • Seriously impressive podcast!

    As someone who presented an 80s radio show for over 15 years, i can spot frauds a mile off - Dave and Holly know their stuff, and are a blast to listen to as well! Highly recommend you subscribe to this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not as audacious as Martha
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Compelling topics and engaging guests always make for an entertaining episode.
Dave and Holly know their stuff and are a blast to listen to!
Many fans express nostalgia, praising the connection to their own memories thanks to the music discussed.
Listeners appreciate the personal touch, as the hosts share their experiences related to the 80s.
Great chemistry between the hosts and loads of 80s fun!

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Bill Janovitz Lets The Cars Story Be Told
Q: What was it that once Rick found this lineup that he knew that this was it?
Janovitz explains how Rick's determination and the successful combination of new influences and band members finally led to their breakthrough.
Bill Janovitz Lets The Cars Story Be Told
Q: What is your car's origin story? How did you fall upon this band from Boston?
Bill shares his early experiences discovering The Cars through friends and the impact of their music on his youth.
Paul Myers and John Candy
Q: Did you have a connection with Colin Hanks' documentary about John Candy?
No, the Candy family was working on their own documentary while I was writing my book.
Paul Myers and John Candy
Q: What prompted you to write about John Candy?
I wanted to capture his legacy and the emotional intelligence he had as a comedian.
Russell Hitchcock Gives Us Fifty Years of Air Supply
Q: How do you protect this instrument of yours?
Russell attributes much of his talent to genetics and said he tries to be healthy, having given up alcohol and avoiding smoking.

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Focused on 80s music and culture, this podcast features engaging discussions with artists and insiders who shaped that iconic decade. Hosts bring personal anecdotes and insights while reminiscing about classic hits and impactful moments from the 80s music scene, creating a vibrant mix of nostalgia and expert commentary. Notably, the episodes often showcase a blend of interviews with well-known musicians and discussions about memorable tracks, albums, and cultural trends that defined the era, making it a must-listen for fans eager to dive deeper into the music landscape that has left a lasting legacy.

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