We love hearing new music from our ’80s heroes. In this episode, we highlight new singles from Howard Jones, Berlin and Tiffany. And we have a very odd conversation about body powder and candles.

Today’s episode of Stuck in the ’80s is sponsored by a brand-new partner. It’s Blue Chew. BlueChew brings you the first chewable with the same FDA-approved active ingredients as Viagra and Cialis so you know they work. You can take them anytime, day or night–even on a full stomach–and since they’re chewable, they work up to twice as fast as a pill. Right now, we’ve got a special deal for our listeners: Visit BlueChew.com and get your first shipment FREE when use our special promo code STUCK. You just pay $5 shipping. BlueChew is the better, cheaper, faster choice – and we thank them for sponsoring the podcast!

As always, we’d like to thank our partners at The 80s Cruise. Now is the perfect time to book the vacation of a lifetime – spending a week with 3,000 other crazy ’80s fans on The 80s Cruise. Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas leaves Miami on March 8, 2020 for 7 glorious caribbean days, with stops in San Juan, St. Thomas, Punta Cana and Labadee. But the real fun comes from performances by the B-52s, Bret Michaels, Berlin, Loverboy, Grandmaster Flash, Tony Hadley of Spandau Ballet, Tony Lewis of The Outfield, Patty Smyth and Scandal, Lita Ford, Midnight Star, The Jets, The Motels, Big Country, Katrina from Katrina and the Wave, Annabella from Bow Wow Wow and everyone’s favorite tribute band Jessie’s Girl. Each night on the ship is amazing theme night and all your drinks – including all premium alcohol beverages are included! And if you book with the promo code STUCK, you get $200 cabin credit. Find out more at www.the80scruise.com.

Check out this episode!

It’s ironic that songs that seem so positive and life-affirming can be dissected apart and suddenly seem like real kicks to the gut. That happened to me this morning when listening to Phil Oakey singing “Together in Electric Dreams.”

“I only knew you for a while, I never saw your smile
Till it was time to go, time to go away (time to go away)
Sometimes it’s hard to recognise, love comes as a surprise
And it’s too late, it’s just too late to stay, too late to stay”

What the hell, Phil? The frontman for The Human League partners with the great Giorgio Moroder for this pure slice of pop heaven, which was featured in the 1984 movie of the same name. Good luck finding a copy of the movie that will play on DVD players in the U.S. and Canada. (I did find a version of it on YouTube though.)

The movie was largely panned by critics – it has 44 percent fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes – though Siskel & Ebert curiously gave it 3 1/2 out of 4 stars, crediting its “genuine sweetness.” That’s what I used to think of when I hear the song.

“We’ll always be together, however far it seems (love never ends)
We’ll always be together, together in electric dreams”

Aww, my heart just melts. And then, Phil and Giorgio fill it back up with air and pop it.

“Because the friendship that you gave
Has taught me to be brave
No matter where I go
I’ll never find a better prize (find a better prize)

Though you’re miles and miles away, I see you every day
I don’t have to try, I just close my eyes, I close my eyes”

Wait! She’s gone? (Or he’s gone – the specifics don’t matter.) So this is a song about being happy that true love is gone. And the vision of that love haunts you every day. And you’ll never find its equivalent? Holy hell. Are you sure this wasn’t written by Depeche Mode?

“We’ll always be together, however far it seems (love never ends)
We’ll always be together, together in electric dreams”

No, no. Too late now for the chorus again and that mumbo jumbo contradiction.

Truth by told, it’s probably best not to dissect songs you love too much. This tune – recorded in a single take, Phil once told me – was a top 10 hit in the UK and Australia. The Human League – often erroneously credited for the song – often includes it as an encore in live performances.

I’ll still play it on my headphones and quietly sob – it was also once my phone’s ring tone – but now, I just cry … and I close my eyes.

“We’ll always be together, however far it seems (love never ends)
We’ll always be together, together in electric dreams”

Everything has to come to an end, and that includes our favorite TV comedies in the ’80s. In this week’s episode of Stuck in the ’80s, your hosts each share the finale that meant the most to them, including MASH, Newhart, Cheers and Family Ties. And we ask for your input on future episodes on this topic.

Stuck in the ’80s is sponsored this week by Care/of. Care/of is a subscription service that makes it easy to get vitamins, protein powders, and more, personalized just for you and delivered straight to your door. With spring upon us, it’s finally time to get back into a routine that empowers you to feel your best. Because you’re a fan of Stuck in the ’80s, you get a special deal. For 30% off your first Care/of order, go to TakeCareOf.com and enter 80s30. Taking care of yourself was never this easy or fun before Care/of.

Check out this episode!

We have the latest additions to the lineup for the 2020 voyage of The 80s Cruise! It’s Bret Michaels, Loverboy and Grandmaster Flash. We have some other lineup news as well. And we talk to cruise production manager Joey Fairchild about other news and gossip on our upcoming journey.

This episode of Stuck in the ’80s is sponsored by Skylight. Skylight is a photo frame you can email photos to—any time, from anywhere. It sets up in under 60 seconds! Now, as a special Mother’s Day offer, you can get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you text Stuck to 48-48-48.

Check out this episode!

This week, Spearsy and Jen with One N go deep with “Standing the Test of Time” as we examine which of our loves in the ’80s have fared well over the following decades. From movies, TV shows, fashion and even snack food in the ’80s, we discuss the pros and cons of our favorite things.

Stuck in the ’80s is sponsored this week by Skylight Frame. Skylight is a photo frame you can email photos to—any time, from anywhere. It sets up in under 60 seconds! Just plug in, use the touch screen to connect to your wireless network, and enjoy! Now, as a special Mother’s Day offer, you can get $10 off your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you text Stuck to 48-48-48.

Check out this episode!

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has a new class of artists enshrined in their museum, but some of their songs sound awfully familiar. Yes, even rock gods recorded cover songs in the ’80s. Spearsy and Jen with One N share three of their favorites, including tunes by The Cure, Roxy Music and Janet Jackson.

Stuck in the ’80s is sponsored this week by Robinhood. Robinhood is an investing app that lets you buy and sell stocks, ETFs, options, and cryptos, all commission-free. Robinhood is giving listeners of Stuck in the 80s a FREE stock like Apple, Ford, or Sprint to help you build your portfolio. Sign up at stuck.robinhood.com.

The podcast is also sponsored this week by Care/Of, the monthly subscription vitamin service that delivers completely personalized vitamin and supplement packs right to your door. For 25% off your first month of personalized Care/of vitamins, go to TakeCareOf.com and enter the promo code 80s.

Check out this episode!