Happy Gilmore 2, 80s Summer Blockbusters & The Goonies/Back to the Future Theory!

Nostalgia Junkies

Alex and Cruz are back on Nostalgia Junkies with an episode bursting with retro goodness, wild theories, and exciting new trailers! First up, we break down the nostalgia-fueled Happy Gilmore 2 trailer from Netflix, the epic new Superman (2025) teaser, and Marvel’s latest sneak peek at the upcoming Fantastic Four movie — could it finally get the retro respect it deserves?

Then it’s time for This or That, brought to you by Throwback Buys, your one-stop shop for all things retro! Whether you’re hunting for that Coogi sweater, classic Gameboy, or even the demon lord Furby, they’ve got you covered. Use code NJPOD for 15% off! This week’s showdowns:
🎬 The Goonies vs. Back to the Future — and wait till you hear our theory connecting both films to October 26, 1985, complete with Spielberg ties and timeline trivia!
📺 Nick at Nite vs. TGIF
🎤 Marky Mark vs. New Kids on the Block

For the Meat & Potatoes, we rewind to the Summer of 1985, packed with unforgettable movies and TV moments:
🍿 The Goonies, Cocoon, St. Elmo’s Fire
🚀 Back to the Future, Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome, E.T. (re-release), The Black Cauldron, National Lampoon's European Vacation
📺 The launch of Nick at Nite on July 1st — bringing retro classics like The Donna Reed Show, Dennis the Menace, My Three Sons, and Turkey TV to our living rooms
🥤 Coca-Cola ditches New Coke and brings back the original formula
✨ And on July 3rd, Tinker Bell takes her first magical flight at Walt Disney World Resort

Plus, we break out the 1990s trivia cards to see if Alex and Cruz still have their 90s knowledge on lock!

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