Weird Al in the 80s w/ Lily Hirsch

1980s Now

May 02, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 134

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Episode description

Will, Kat and Jon discuss current 80s news including how Darth Vader scared Ewan McGregor and Jennifer Grey inspired a Madonna song. The group reminisces about Weird Al throughout their youth. Then, Will challenges Kat and Jon to identify the real Weird Al song. Finally, Will and Kat speak with author Lily Hirsch, who interviewed Yankovic for her book "Weird Al Seriously."

Introduction - :30

Announcement - 3:42

Join Will at Ohio Fan Fest on May 13 and 14. Visit www.ohiofanfest.com for celebrity guests, tickets and more information.

1980s News - 5:23

Our Thoughts About Weird Al - 26:55

Spot the Fake Weird Al Song Game - 40:35

Conversation with Author Lily Hirsch - 47:27

Wrap-up - 1:28:30

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