Jan. 30, 2026
#155 - "Police Academy" (1984) with Chad Sheppard, Laramy Wells & Robby Retro
How did a low-budget comedy about inept cadets spawn a massive franchise? In this episode of 80s Flick Flashback, Tim Williams is joined by Chad Sheppard, Laramy Wells, and Robby Retro to crack the case on Police Academy.
We dive deep into the precinct to explore:
The Origin Story: First impressions and personal connections to the franchise.
Casting Magic: How the ensemble cast—from Steve Guttenberg to the iconic "Sound Effects Guy"—was assembled.
Ch…