The Movie Loft Podcast
The Movie Loft Podcast features three Boston boys, Tony, Phil and Thom, in an old barn loft talking about '80s movies and memories.
The name and premise is also a nod to a titular Boston institution, The Movie Loft, featuring Dana Hersey, which ran on WSBK TV-38 throughout our formative years. This project started as an excuse to capture our conversations for posterity. Highlighting a different movie in each episode, we revisit some long forgotten memories, and in the process weave together a documentary of our salad days.
The point of this show is not to walk anyone through a movie scene by scene - we’re well aware you’ve been watching these flicks for decades. The aim is to discuss our deep appreciation for what it took to get each picture made, where we were when we experienced them, and how they’re a part of the zeitgeist of their times. Sure, we have some opinions, maybe even a few “hot takes”, but we’re really just here for your entertainment. Hopefully you’ll finish each episode feeling like you had a seat at our table.
The Movie Loft Podcast
RAD 1986
Let's do some sweet ass sliding through this BMX classic called RAD. A 1986 right of passage for those who had the passion for all things wheels. Once you retired those primitive four-wheeled strap-ons, it was time to go wheels up on a skateboard or BMX bike.
In the off chance that you still had all your own teeth, you were probably allowed to experience all 3 of these cultural phenomenons at close range. If not, stand back and pump up the riders cru-ising by.
We have a young Lori Laughlin improbably paired with the least capable looking BMX rider I've ever laid eyes on, Bill Allen. As well as an obligatory 1980s gymnast (unusually cast as an antagonist) as actor, Bart Connor. And last but not least, Bart's lackeys, a set or complete weirdo twins, Rex and Rod.
I don't know why I'm writing a summary that may make you avoid this classic. I myself can't stop watching it.