The 80s Weekly - Issue 39

New Rubik's Cube Speed Record Set, Strawberry Shortcake Action Figures from Boss Fight Studio, and a Scratch and Sniff Sticker Pack Giveaway!

Jason Gross
June 18, 2023

Editor’s Note: I saw The Flash yesterday and wow, the film really has some 1989 Batman vibes. Without going into a lengthy review or spoilers, I’ll just say that seeing my favorite Batman on screen 34 years later and hearing the theme was worth the price of admission. I’ve posted a longer review over on my Letterboxd if you want to read and comment. Enjoy this week’s issue and stay rad, everyone!

‘80s Pop Culture News

‘Stranger Things’ Adds Linda Hamilton For Final Season

Linda Hamilton is joining the cast of Stranger Things for the fifth and final season. Netflix announced Hamilton’s casting during the streamer’s fan event in São Paulo, Brazil…

New Rubik's Cube World Record Gets Set At An Absurd Three Seconds

Puzzle maven and speedsolver Max Park beat a super-fast solve time that was set in 2018

Tom Hanks Turned Down ‘When Harry Met Sally’ Because He Was Too Happy About Being Divorced

He’ll have what single people are having.

'National Lampoon’s Vacation' Cast Reuniting At FAN EXPO Chicago

Chevy Chase and Christie Brinkley from 'National Lampoon's Vacation' are reuniting at FAN EXPO Chicago, just part of a star-studded lineup.

‘80s Music

The Police's 'Synchronicity' at 40: The Story Behind Every Song

A track-by-track look at the Police's 'Synchronicity' album, released June 17, 1983.

20 Vintage Photos of Fleetwood Mac in the 1980s

Fleetwood Mac are a British-American rock band, formed in London in 1967. Fleetwood Mac was founded by guitarists and vocalists Peter Green...

Rediscover '80s Pop Culture

Rediscovered #11 - Last Plane Out

Jason and Wyatt return for another episode of "Rediscovered," reviewing the 1983 film Last Plane Out starring Jan-Michael Vincent.

35 Trivia Tidbits About ‘The Great Outdoors’ on Its 35th Anniversary

Featuring one famous bear who did not like that cap on its head

Enter the Spinjas

In 1989, Spinjas, the short-lived toy based on spinning top combat, hit stores. While they didn't last long, they are well-remembered by everyone who played with them.

The Cast Of 'Dallas' Reunites 45 Years After Show's Debut

It's been 45 years since 'Dallas' first premiered and in celebration of the historic event, much of the cast reunited to reflect on its legacy.

1988 Opel Corsa Steffi Special Advertising

Steffi Graf was the German tennis star of choice for young lads growing up in the 1980s. So an Opel Corsa bearing her name was a game, set a...

10 Facts About Strawberry Shortcake

For Gen Xers and elder Millennials, there’s nothing like the scent of Strawberry Shortcake for bringing back fond childhood memories.

As You Wish: 15 Trivia Tidbits About ‘The Princess Bride’

Influenced by ‘This is Spinal Tap’ and ‘Star Wars’.

‘80s Games and Collectibles

Strawberry Shortcake Action Figures from Boss Fight Studio

Boss Fight Studio is re-imagining Strawberryland with the introduction of a new line of Strawberry Shortcake action figures.

Atari Is Releasing A 2600 Version Of Mr. Run And Jump

Atari has revealed that they are releasing a classic 2600 cartridge version of Mr. Run and Jump, a first for the brand in 30+ years.

GIVEAWAY ZONE

The Giveaway for Issue 39 is sponsored by Everything Smells! My friend Danielle is celebrating 20 years of smelly stickers next month and has been kind enough to giveaway another fun prize to one lucky subscriber to The 80s Weekly. My favorite feature of Everything Smells is the Monthly Scratch & Sniff Sticker Club Membership. Each packs comes with 8 full sheets of stickers, exclusives, and bonus goodies tucked away in a retro style envelope. This week’s giveaway prize is a free June Sticker Club Pack! Inside you’ll find 7 full sheets of scratch & sniff stickers, 1 full pack of unscented retro toy stickers, 2 Everything Smells Bringing Back the 80s vinyl stickers and 1 glow-in-the-dark jelly bracelet. (Get a sneak peek of the prize in the image below) Good luck in the giveaway and click the links above to collect some 80s nostalgia over at Everything Smells!

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