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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 January 25 1980 - Black Entertainment Television Made Its Debut

    On This Day January 25 1980 - Black Entertainment Television Made Its Debut

    On this day January 25 1980, Black Entertainment Television made its debut, becoming the first television network dedicated specifically to Black audiences. Launched on cable television, BET provided programming focused on music culture news and entertainment that had been largely...
  2. On This Day January 25 1990 - Miami Vice Aired Its Final Episode

    On This Day January 25 1990 - Miami Vice Aired Its Final Episode

    On this day January 25 1990, the final episode of Miami Vice aired on NBC, bringing an end to one of the most influential television series of the 1980s. The show redefined the crime drama by combining stylish visuals contemporary music and a darker more cinematic tone that set it apart from...
  3. On This Day October 9 1986 – Fox Network Was Launched

    On This Day October 9 1986 – Fox Network Was Launched

    On this day October 9 1986, the Fox Network officially launched, marking the beginning of a new era in American television. The debut featured The Late Show with Joan Rivers, a bold alternative to established late night programs and a statement of Fox’s intent to challenge the dominance of the...
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  4. On This Day October 8 1982 – My Favorite Year Premiered In Theaters

    On This Day October 8 1982 – My Favorite Year Premiered In Theaters

    On this day October 8 1982, My Favorite Year premiered in theaters, delivering a heartfelt comedy that celebrated the magic of live television and the golden age of entertainment. Set in the 1950s, the film followed a young TV writer tasked with keeping a hard-drinking, larger than life movie...
  5. On This Day October 3 1988 – TNT Made Its Debut

    On This Day October 3 1988 – TNT Made Its Debut

    On this day October 3 1988, TNT (Turner Network Television) made its debut, expanding the cable television landscape and marking a major milestone in the growth of Ted Turner's media empire. Launched as a companion to TBS, the new network focused on classic movies, original programming, and...
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