Episode 242: Reebok Pumps, Battle of the Network Stars, 1980s Cult Classic Films(4-29-2026)

APR 29, 202652 MIN
In My Footsteps: A Gen-X Nostalgia Podcast

Episode 242: Reebok Pumps, Battle of the Network Stars, 1980s Cult Classic Films(4-29-2026)

APR 29, 202652 MIN

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Send us Fan MailWatch my acting debut film for free, Cape Cod Cthulhu!Episode 242 is here to pump you up!A fresh batch of GenX nostalgia to end April starts with a precursor to reality television. Battle of the Network Stars pitted actors from the major TV networks against each other in direct competition. How did it go? Oh, only feuds between actors, feuds between networks, partying, and overall hijinks.Sometimes gimmicks can sell. The Reebok Pump sneakers came out at the exact right time. For a short spell, they were everywhere, outselling other major brands. Novelty can wear off quickly, and despite still being around today, the Pumps are a footnote in 90s nostalgia. What happened?Just because you don't knock 'em dead at the box office doesn't mean success won't find you. This week's Top 5 looks at some cult classic films of the 1980s. How many of these are among your favorites?This Week In History and Time Capsule looks back 40 years at the infamous Chernobyl nuclear disaster.You can support my work by becoming a member on Patreon. Or you can Buy Me A Coffee!Helpful Links from this EpisodeBuy My New Book, In Their Footsteps!Searching For the Lady of the Dunes True Crime BookHooked By Kiwi - Etsy.comDJ Williams MusicKeeKee's Cape Cod KitchenMSFTS CommunityChristopher Setterlund.comCape Cod Living - Zazzle StoreSubscribe on YouTube!Initial Impressions 2.0 BlogCJSetterlundPhotos on EtsyListen to Episode 241 hereSupport the show