1984: The Year the '80s Peaked

Was there ever a year that captured everything we loved about the 1980s better than 1984?

This week, Scott and Jason take a nostalgic trip back to a year packed with unforgettable music, blockbuster movies, Olympic drama, pop culture milestones, and the everyday moments that made growing up in the '80s unforgettable.

From Van Halen's 1984, Prince, and Cyndi Lauper, to Ghostbusters, The Karate Kid, Gremlins, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, and The Terminator, it seemed like every weekend brought another instant classic.

Along the way, we revisit Reagan's landslide re-election, the 1984 Summer Olympics, the Soviet boycott, McDonald's legendary "When the U.S. Wins, You Win!" promotion, the Apple Macintosh, MTV's explosion in popularity, and dozens of memories that made 1984 feel like the year the decade truly hit its stride.

So grab your Walkman, hop on your BMX, and spend an hour reliving one of the greatest years of the greatest decade.

What do YOU remember most about 1984? Let us know on Facebook or in the comments!

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