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Tyson vs Spinks – 1st Round Knockout

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The Tyson-Spinks fight, held on June 27, 1988, at the Convention Hall in Atlantic City, New Jersey, remains one of the most memorable moments in boxing history. Billed as “Once and For All,” this match featured two undefeated champions: Mike Tyson, the reigning WBA, WBC, and IBF heavyweight champion, and Michael Spinks, the lineal champion. The anticipation was immense, with fans eager to see who would emerge as the undisputed heavyweight champion.

From the opening bell, Tyson’s aggression was evident. He wasted no time, delivering a series of powerful punches that overwhelmed Spinks. Just 91 seconds into the first round, Tyson landed a devastating right-hand punch that knocked Spinks out, securing his victory and solidifying his reputation as one of the most fearsome fighters in boxing. The fight grossed around $70 million, making it the richest fight in boxing history at the time.

Tyson’s victory over Spinks not only cemented his status as the undisputed heavyweight champion but also showcased his incredible power and speed. The fight remains a defining moment in Tyson’s career and a significant event in the annals of boxing history.

Mike Tyson vs. Michael Spinks was a boxing match which took place on Monday June 27, 1988. Both men were undefeated and each had a claim to being the legitimate heavyweight champion. Source: Youtube

Tyson vs. Spinks

Mike Tyson vs. Michael Spinks was a boxing match which took place on Monday June 27, 1988. Both men were undefeated and each had a claim to being the legitimate heavyweight champion. Source: Youtube

How Will I Know – Whitney Houston

80's Music

“How Will I Know” is a song recorded by American singer Whitney Houston for her eponymous debut album released on November 22, 1985 by Arista Records as the album’s third single.

Tyson vs Spinks – 1st Round Knockout

80'S Sports

Mike Tyson vs. Michael Spinks was a boxing match which took place on Monday June 27, 1988. Both men were undefeated and each had a claim to being the legitimate heavyweight champion.

Hungry Hungry Hippos commercial

80's Pop Culture · Toys

Hungry Hungry Hippos (or Hungry Hippos in some UK editions) is a tabletop game made for 2–4 players, produced by Hasbro, under the brand of its subsidiary, Milton Bradley.

The Play Cal vs Stanford

80'S Sports

The Play was a last-second kickoff return during a college football game between the Stanford Cardinal and California Golden Bears on Saturday, November 20, 1982.

Mr. Microphone Commercial

80's Pop Culture

Mr. Microphone: a short-range hand-held radio transmitter that would broadcast over an FM radio. The nearby radio(s) would therefore amplify the sound coming from the Mr. Microphone. Though not the first microphone to broadcast over the radio, it was by far the most popular, remaining on the market for over a decade.

Every Rose Has Its Thorn – Poison

80's Music

“Every Rose Has Its Thorn” is a power ballad by American glam metal band Poison. It was released in October 1988 as the third single from Poison’s second album Open Up and Say… Ahh!.

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Pete Rose sets all-time hits record

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On September 11, 1985, Rose broke Ty Cobb’s all-time hits record with his 4,192nd hit, a single to left-center field off San Diego Padres pitcher Eric Show. According to MLB.com, Major League Baseball continues to recognize Cobb’s final hit total as 4,191, though independent research has revealed two of Cobb’s hits were counted twice. It has been suggested because of this, that Rose actually broke Cobb’s record against the Cubs’ Reggie Patterson with a single in the first inning of a Reds’ 5–5 called game against Chicago on September 8. Source: Wikipedia, Youtube

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80’s Trivia Volume 1

80's Pop Culture · 80's Trivia

Test your knowledge of the 1980’s with this Trivia Challenge. Visit our Youtube Channel to see more Trivia Challenges and more 1980’s memories.

So In Love – Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark

80's Music

“So in Love” is a song by the band Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD), released in 1985 as the first single from the album Crush. The artwork, designed by XL Design, and the promo video were both influenced by the Mexican Day of the Dead festival.

Beetlejuice – Top Beetlejuice Scenes

80's Movies

Watch the Best Moments of ghoulish slapstick and gallows humor from Tim Burton’s iconic horror comedy classic, Beetlejuice.

The Wonder Years Opening Credits and Theme Song

80's TV

The Wonder Years is an American coming-of-age comedy-drama television series created by Neal Marlens and Carol Black. It ran on ABC from March 15, 1988 until May 12, 1993.

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Carl Lewis – Los Angeles 1984 Olympics

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Highlights from the Los Angeles 1984 Olympics as Carl Lewis wins gold in the 100m, 4x100m relay and long jump events. Carl Lewis, as one of only four Olympic athletes to have won nine Olympic gold medals, is widely recognized as one of the greatest athletes of all time. At the 1984 Los Angeles Games, Lewis emulated his boyhood idol Jesse Owens by winning gold in the 100m, the 200m, the long jump and the 4x100m relay. A superstar was born. Source: Youtube

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Carl Lewis Says He's Been 'Mostly Plant-Based' for 25 Years - The Beet

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Diff’rent Strokes Opening and Closing Theme

80's TV

Diff’rent Strokes is an American television sitcom that aired on NBC from November 3, 1978, to May 4, 1985, and on ABC from September 27, 1985, to March 7, 1986.

The Play Cal vs Stanford

80'S Sports

The Play was a last-second kickoff return during a college football game between the Stanford Cardinal and California Golden Bears on Saturday, November 20, 1982.

Video Killed the Radio Star – The Buggles

80's Music

Video Killed the Radio Star was the first music video shown on MTV in the US, airing at 12:01 a.m. on 1 August 1981.

St. Elsewhere Opening Season 1

80's TV

St. Elsewhere is an American medical drama television series created by Joshua Brand and John Falsey, that originally ran on NBC from October 26, 1982, to May 25, 1988.

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1986 Masters Tournament Final Round Broadcast

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Watch the complete final round broadcast of the 1986 Masters. 46-year-old Jack Nicklaus comes from behind on Sunday to win his record sixth Masters by one stroke over Tom Kite and Greg Norman. What a come back. History making round for the legend Jack Nicklaus. Source: Youtube

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Video Killed the Radio Star – The Buggles

80's Music

Video Killed the Radio Star was the first music video shown on MTV in the US, airing at 12:01 a.m. on 1 August 1981.

Family Ties Opening and Theme Song

80's TV

Family Ties is an American sitcom television series that aired on NBC for seven seasons, premiering on September 22, 1982, and concluding on May 14, 1989.

Jump Around – House of Pain

80's Music

“Jump Around” is a song by the American hip hop group House of Pain, produced by DJ Muggs of the hip hop group Cypress Hill, who has also covered the song.

Hungry Hungry Hippos commercial

80's Pop Culture · Toys

Hungry Hungry Hippos (or Hungry Hippos in some UK editions) is a tabletop game made for 2–4 players, produced by Hasbro, under the brand of its subsidiary, Milton Bradley.

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The Hail Flutie

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The Hail Flutie game, also known as the Miracle in Miami, is a college football game in 1984 that took place between the Boston College Eagles and the Miami Hurricanes on November 23. It has been regarded by FOX Sports writer Kevin Hench as among the most memorable moments in sports. The game is remembered for its last-second Hail Mary pass from quarterback Doug Flutie to wide receiver Gerard Phelan to give Boston College the win. Source: Wikipedia, Youtube

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Rick Springfield – Jessie’s Girl 1981

80's Music

“Jessie’s Girl” is a song written and performed by Australian singer Rick Springfield. It was released on the album Working Class Dog, which was released in February 1981.

Pete Rose sets all-time hits record

80'S Sports

On September 11, 1985, Rose broke Ty Cobb’s all-time hits record with his 4,192nd hit, a single to left-center field off San Diego Padres pitcher Eric Show.

Who’s the Boss Opening

80's TV

Who’s the Boss? is an American sitcom television series created by Martin Cohan and Blake Hunter, which aired on ABC from September 20, 1984, to April 25, 1992.

The Little Mermaid

80's Movies

The Little Mermaid is a 1989 American animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and Walt Disney Pictures. The 28th Disney animated feature film, it is based on the 1837 Danish fairy tale of the same name by Hans Christian Andersen.

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The Play Cal vs Stanford

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The Play was a last-second kickoff return during a college football game between the Stanford Cardinal and California Golden Bears on Saturday, November 20, 1982. Given the circumstances and rivalry, the wild game that preceded it, the very unusual way in which The Play unfolded, and its lingering aftermath on players and fans, it is recognized as one of the most memorable plays in college football history and among the most memorable in American sports. Here is the Cal vs Stanford kickoff return better known as “The Play”. Source: Wikipedia, Youtube

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Carl Lewis – Los Angeles 1984 Olympics

80'S Sports

I’m Alright – Kenny Loggins

80's Music

“I’m Alright” is a song written and performed by American pop singer Kenny Loggins. It was used as the theme music for the 1980 comedy film Caddyshack.

The Shining – Official Trailer

80's Movies

The Shining is a 1980 psychological horror film produced and directed by Stanley Kubrick and co-written with novelist Diane Johnson. The film is based on Stephen King’s 1977 novel of the same name and stars Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Scatman Crothers, and Danny Lloyd.

Video Killed the Radio Star – The Buggles

80's Music

Video Killed the Radio Star was the first music video shown on MTV in the US, airing at 12:01 a.m. on 1 August 1981.

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Bo Jackson The Greatest Athlete

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Vincent Edward “Bo” Jackson (born November 30, 1962) is an American former professional baseball and football player. He is the only professional athlete in history to be named an All-Star in both baseball and football. Jackson’s elite achievements in multiple sports has given him the reputation as one of the greatest athletes of all time. Jackson played college football as a running back for the Auburn Tigers, and won the Heisman Trophy in 1985. He played in the National Football League for the Los Angeles Raiders and in Major League Baseball for the Kansas City Royals, Chicago White Sox, and California Angels. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1996. Source: Wikipedia, Youtube

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Arcade Pac Man Play

80's Pop Culture

A all-time classic arcade game PAC-MAN is a cultural icon whose popularity has crossed the globe for more than 40 years.

The Play Cal vs Stanford

80'S Sports

The Play was a last-second kickoff return during a college football game between the Stanford Cardinal and California Golden Bears on Saturday, November 20, 1982.

1986 Masters Tournament Final Round Broadcast

80'S Sports

Watch the complete final round broadcast of the 1986 Masters. 46-year-old Jack Nicklaus comes from behind on Sunday to win his record sixth Masters by one stroke over Tom Kite and Greg Norman.

Valley Girl Official Trailer

80's Movies

Valley Girl is a 1983 American teen romantic comedy film directed by Martha Coolidge and starring Nicolas Cage, Deborah Foreman, Michelle Meyrink, Elizabeth Daily, Cameron Dye and Michael Bowen.

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Miracle on Ice Highlights

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The “Miracle on Ice” was an ice hockey game during the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, New York. It was played between the hosting United States and the Soviet Union on February 22, 1980, during the medal round of the men’s hockey tournament. Source: Youtube

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Video Killed the Radio Star – The Buggles

80's Music

Video Killed the Radio Star was the first music video shown on MTV in the US, airing at 12:01 a.m. on 1 August 1981.

Lite Brite commercial -1983

80's Pop Culture

Lite-Brite is a toy that was originally marketed in 1967. It consists of a light box with small colored plastic pegs that fit into a panel and illuminate to create a lit picture.

Stand by Me – Trailer 1986

80's Movies

Stand by Me is a 1986 American coming-of-age film directed by Rob Reiner and based on Stephen King’s 1982 novella The Body, with a title derived from Ben E. King’s song. The film stars Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, Jerry O’Connell and Kiefer Sutherland.

Girls Just Want To Have Fun – Cyndi Lauper

80's Music

“Girls Just Want to Have Fun” is a song written and first recorded in 1979 by American musician Robert Hazard. It is better known as a single by American singer Cyndi Lauper, whose version was released in 1983.

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Tyson vs Spinks – 1st Round Knockout

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1986 Masters Tournament Final Round Broadcast

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The Play Cal vs Stanford

Bo Jackson The Greatest Athlete

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