80's Flick Flashback

80's Flick Flashback

The 80's Flick Flashback Podcast is for everyone who either grew up watching movies in the 80's or discovered the joy of these cinematic treasures.  On each episode Tim Williams along with a guest co-host will discuss an 80's flick by sharing their memories, favorite scenes, and even learning some behind the scenes facts and stories along the way.

"The Cannonball Run" (1981) with Danny Johnson & Laramy Wells
80's Flick Flashback
"The Cannonball Run" (1981) with Danny Johnson & Laramy Wells

Recent Episodes

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Sept. 4, 2026

"The Cannonball Run" (1981) with Danny Johnson & Laramy Wells

In this episode, we're cruising back to 1981 for a full nostalgic rewatch of The Cannonball Run — the star-packed, rule-breaking road race comedy that defined a generation of Saturday afternoon TV reruns and VHS rentals.
18
Aug. 28, 2026

"Grease 2" (1982) with Chris McMichen & Bethany Wells

Strap on your leather jackets, hop on a motorcycle, and head back to Rydell High! This week on the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast, we are diving headfirst into the misunderstood, wildly entertaining 1982 cult sequel: Grease 2.
17
Aug. 14, 2026

"Commando" (1985) with Nicholas Pepin

Strap on your tactical vest and load up your rocket launcher, because this week on the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast, we are diving headfirst into the ultimate one-man-army movie: 1985’s Commando.
16
July 31, 2026

"Stand By Me" (1986) with Vinnie Brezinsky & Laramy Wells

Pack your bags, grab your canteen, and follow the train tracks back to the summer of 1959. This week on the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast, we are diving deep into Rob Reiner’s emotional 1986 masterpiece, Stand By Me.
15
July 17, 2026

"Blind Date" (1987) with Laramy Wells

What's the worst that could happen on a blind date? This week on the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast, hosts Tim Williams and Laramy Wells are popping the cheap champagne and revisiting the 1987 screwball comedy classic, Blind Date! Before he was John McClane saving Nakatomi Plaza, Bruce Willis made his big-screen debut as Walter Davis—a stressed-out businessman who gets set up with the beautiful Nadia (Kim Basinger). The only catch? "Don't let her drink." Naturally, the alcohol flows, wild antics
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July 6, 2026

"The Goonies" (1985) with Nicholas Pepin & Chad Sheppard

"Goonies Never Say Die!" Grab your dubloons, dodge the Fratellis, and watch out for booby traps! This week on the 80s Flick Flashback Podcast, we are heading to the Oregon coast to unearth the absolute holy grail of 80s childhood adventure: The Goonies (1985).

About the Host

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Tim Williams

Creator and Host

Tim Williams was born in the 1970's and fell in love with movies at a young age. Whether he saw an 80's flick in the movie theater, on HBO, on VHS or even edited for television during a network "Movie of the Week", each one made an impression (good or bad) and developed his appreciation for cinema.
Tim is happily married with one daughter and when he's not podcasting, you can find him working his administrative day job, traveling with his family, or volunteering at the local community theater.
Some of his favorite 80's flicks are "Back to the Future", "Batman", "Ferris Bueller's Day Off", "Fletch", and "The Goonies".

Reviews

A freaking epic 80s pod!

"Hilarious and joyous and knowledgeable! A must for nostalgia lovers!"

Mxsandy12 | Nov. 23, 2021

Great Scott!

"I love the fact that a show like this exists! A place where I can geek out over all of the awesome (and awesomely bad) movies I grew up on and even discover some must-see blind spots! I especially en…"

The_Biz_08 | April 14, 2022

So much 80’s goodness !

"I really love this podcast. I grew up in the 80’s so this brings back so many great memories . The hosts not just go over the movie in great detail , but they add personal stories about wether they s…"

Rock mastrangelo | July 8, 2022

Great show!

"Man you talk everything that I like when you are talking 80’s movies. Love the show and I hope you have many more years of success!"

Tycelian | Aug. 10, 2022