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This community is dedicated to the music, movies, television, games, radio, and pop culture that defined the 1980s. It is a place for people who lived the decade, as well as those who appreciate what made it unforgettable. Members use this forum to check in during live radio blocks, share weekly listening memories, and talk about what the music, shows, and moments of the 80s bring back for them. Guests are welcome to browse selected discussions, while full participation requires registration. If you would like to understand the intent behind this community and how it is curated, you can read more here: About This Community. Explore current conversations, share your memories, and take part in a community built around real 80s experiences.

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  1. On This Day February 3 1980 - Bob Hope’s Overseas Christmas Tours Aired on NBC

    On This Day February 3 1980 - Bob Hope’s Overseas Christmas Tours Aired on NBC

    On this day February 3 1980, Bob Hope’s Overseas Christmas Tours aired on NBC, bringing his long running holiday tradition to a national television audience. The special featured Hope entertaining U.S. troops stationed overseas, blending comedy music and gratitude into a program that had become...
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  2. On This Day February 1 1980 - Final Episode of Love of Life Aired

    On This Day February 1 1980 - Final Episode of Love of Life Aired

    On this day February 1 1980, the final episode of Love of Life aired, bringing an end to one of the longest running soap operas in television history. The series had been a daytime staple for decades, following the evolving lives relationships and struggles of its characters and becoming part of...
  3. On This Day January 27 1980 - Galactica Premiered on ABC

    On This Day January 27 1980 - Galactica Premiered on ABC

    On this day January 27 1980, Galactica premiered on ABC, continuing the science fiction saga that began with Battlestar Galactica. The series followed the ongoing survival of humanity as it searched for a new home, blending space adventure with themes of leadership sacrifice and survival...
  4. On This Day January 22 1980 - Goodtime Girls Premiered on ABC

    On This Day January 22 1980 - Goodtime Girls Premiered on ABC

    On this day January 22 1980, Goodtime Girls premiered on ABC, introducing a lighthearted sitcom at the very start of the decade. The series focused on friendship everyday situations and character driven humor, reflecting television’s continued reliance on ensemble comedies built around relatable...
  5. On This Day August 4 1980 – Texas Premiered On NBC

    On This Day August 4 1980 – Texas Premiered On NBC

    On this day August 4 1980, Texas premiered on NBC as a daytime soap opera spin off of Another World. Set in Houston, the series aimed to bring a new setting and fresh cast to daytime television while carrying over some familiar faces. The show followed the lives, secrets, and ambitions of...
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