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A (Mostly) 80s Music Podcast: What Difference Does It Make?

A (Mostly) 80s Music Podcast: What Difference Does It Make?

By: Dave Sloan and Holly Cantos
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 Dave and Holly, your 80s music aficionados, talk to the artists and music industry insiders that made it the greatest decade for music.Dave Sloan and Holly Cantos Music
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  • 80s Summer Song Favorites

    80s Summer Song Favorites
    Jul 4 2025
    In this classic episode, we welcome special guest Chelsea Cantos into our What Difference Does It Make studio. Holly's daughter just wanted to tag along and see how the "magic" happens, so she happily strapped on the "cans" and became a big part of our show, offering up her unique perspective as we present some of our favorite 80s music summertime favorites. Sponsored by The 80s Cruise Use promo code WDDIM for $250 of onboard credit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • Gary Graff and 501 Essential Albums Of The 1980s

    Gary Graff and 501 Essential Albums Of The 1980s
    Jun 27 2025
    Being an 80s music podcast, it's no surprise that when we learned music journalist Gary Graff authored the book, 501 Essential Albums of the ’80s, we would have to talk with him. Naturally, whenever there is a list deemed "essential", there will be debate, and so we had questions such as, "Why this one and not that one?". It's a good talk, and one that will inspire you to think about your own essential 80s music albums. Sponsored by The 80s Cruise Use promo code WDDIM for $250 of onboard credit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Translator Goes Beyond Today

    Translator Goes Beyond Today
    Jun 20 2025
    Translator was one of those bands on the precipice of breaking big in the 80s. Signed to local indie label 415 Records, they soon found themselves part of the big-time music business when their label signed a distribution deal with Columbia Records. In 1982, their single, "Everywhere That I'm Not”, became popular on the burgeoning college radio circuit. In 1986, the band decided to call it quits, scheduling a hometown show to reward their ardent fan base with a final San Francisco show. This performance, along with two new songs, are now available on an LP entitled Translator--Beyond Today: Live at the Farm San Francisco 1986. Lead singer/guitarist Steve Barton and drummer Dave Scheff join the podcast to look back at their 80s musical journey, as well as offer some insight into new developments within the band. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 mins
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