1980. The start of the decade. It was a totally rad decade that was filled with many changes to our culture. From the rise of Ronald Reagan to the tragic ending of John Lennon, the year 1980 would see many new, cool, and totally weird changes. Weird History is taking a look back at the year 1980. Part 1 of 10 of the 1980s Timeline.
Let's look back at 1981 - In this video Weird History is going to talk about the news, culture, sports, and entertainment, and all that was weird in the year 1981. 1981 would be a year filled with deadly events, including attempts on Ronald Reagan as well as Pope John Paul II, we would also see high-profile marriages, Lady Di and Prince Charles as well as General Hospital's Luke and Laura and the emergence of the video game with the debut of Donkey Kong.
The year 1982, America would see new changes to the culture, sports, and entertainment landscape. In 1982, we would see the emergence of David Letterman, Michael Jordan's first shot on the big stage, and the move E.T. take the country by storm. Take a look back at the year 1982, part III in Weird History's retro look at the 80's.
In the year 1983, we saw many firsts; Michael Jackson's first moonwalk, Sally Ride becoming the first woman in space to the release of Madonna's "Lucky Star." The early 80s were starting to take shape. Join Weird History's Timeline as we dive into some 1983 nostalgia as we explore the hit songs, popular movies, the news, culture, and significant events in America and the world in the year 1983.
In the year 1984, long synonymous with the George Orwell novel "1984" - the world was wondering what year it would be? Los Angeles was hosting the 1984 Summer Olympics gave us a reason for optimism, while Apple's commercial "1984" boldly landed during the Super Bowl. Weird History is going back to the 80s, this notalgic look at the news, culture, sports, entertainment, and all that was weird in the year 1984.
Weird History is taking you back to the year 1985. We are mid-80s, the middle of the decade would be the catalyst for such great movies as Back to the Future and Rambo: First Blood Part II, Mike Tyson's first professional fight, and the start of such great 80s TV hits like MacGyver. Take a trip back to 1985 with us as we cover the news, culture, sports, entertainment, and all that was weird in the year 1985.
Weird History presents Timeline 1986 - we're going back to '86, prime 80s, when we would see terrible tragedies such as the Space Shuttle Challenger explosion and Chernobyl meltdown. But it wouldn't be all bad news, 1986 would also see such highlights as the inception of Pixar, Clint Eastwood became mayor and great movies like Top Gun and James Cameron's Aliens. Check out the news, sports, culture, and entertainment in the year 1986.
Welcome to Weird History's Timeline 1987. We're taking a look at the news, culture, sports, and entertainment during the year 1987. Going back to '87, the materialistic 80s would see a slew of corruption, from PTL to Ivan Boesky to the Iran-Contra Affair. But there would be some uplifting moments - rescuing Jessica McClure from a well, the release of "Trains, Planes, and Automobiles", as well as the signing of the Nuclear Arms Treaty. Sit back and enjoy a recap of 1987, one of the most exciting years of the 80s!
Weird History presents Timeline and the year 1988. In 1988, we would see one of the largest oil spills ever with the Exxon Valdez, the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, Mike Tyson, take one an undefeated opponent in one of the biggest boxing matches of the century and the release of Eddie Murphy's iconic "Coming to America." Check out Timeline 1988 for the news, sports, culture, and all that was weird. Weird History's Timeline: The 80s.
It is 1989! Weird History presents Timeline: 1989, the last year in the decade of the 1980s. ’89 would see the liberty prevail when the Berlin Wall fell, along with several other countries in Eastern and Central Europe - From Czechoslovakia to Romania, communism took a severe blow. Weird History and Timeline are going to show you the news, culture, sports, entertainment of 1989.
The start of a new decade and this year would turn out to be a real dumpster fire. Or more specifically, actual fires, metaphorical wildfires spreading like, well wildfire...2020 was a year of Fauci, UFOs and a basket case named Baskin. The year was so crazy that we had to make it an instant history.
Weird History Presents Timeline: 1990. Oh, 1990, the start of a new decade and it would be all that and a bag of chips. 1990 would be a year where the world would see the rise of the world wide web, civil unrest in the states, and a hairstyle called “The Rachel” dominate the landscape. Join Weird History as we explore the year that was 1990.
Timeline 1991 - Weird History is going back to the year 1991 to explore the news, culture, sports and entertainment in year two of the 90s. From the premiere of Beavis and Butthead to the Gulf War, to the Chicago Bulls winning their first championship. Sit back, relax and enjoy 25 minutes of 1991 memories.
Weird History presents Timeline: 1992 - We're going back to the early nineties and explore some of the highlights of 1992. From the 'Olympic Dream Team', to the Rodney King trial, to Joey Buttafuoco, Timeline 1992 will relive some of the most iconic 90s memories. Weird History is going to talk about the news, culture, sports, entertainment and all that was weird in the year 1992.
Weird History presents Timeline 1993. We are going back to the middle part of the 90s and check the news, culture, sports, entertainment, and all that was weird with the 1990s. From the raid on the Branch Davidians to the attack of Monica Seles to Lorena Bobbitt becoming a household name, 1993 would have plenty of memorable moments.
Weird History presents Timeline 1994. We're going back to the mid-90s to show you the news, culture, sports, entertainment, and all that was weird in the year 1994. This year would have some seminal moments - from OJ in the White Bronco, to Nancy Kerrigan getting whacked, to Michael Jordan stepping up to the plate. Join us as we look back at the 90s decade and focus in on 1994.
Weird History presents Timeline 1995. We're taking you back to the year 1995 to check out the news, culture, sports, entertainment, and all that was weird in the mid-90s. Timeline will look back at some of the major events, including Mike Tyson getting out of prison, Michael Jordan's un-retirement, the Oklahoma City bombing, and more. Join Weird History as we look back at the 90s.
Weird History presents Timeline 1996. We're taking you back the year 1996 and reliving the news, culture, sports, entertainment and all that was weird in '96. From the divorce of Princess Di, to Richard Jewel getting falsely accused of the Atlanta Olympics attack, to the Unabomber getting arrested, 1996 was filled with some of the most iconic moments in the 90s decade.
Weird History presents Timeline 1997 - We're going back to the late 90s and talking about the news, culture, sports, entertainment, and all that was weird in '97. From the tragic passing of Princess Diana, to the emergence of a young golfer named Tiger Woods, to Mike Tyson taking a bite out of Evander Holyfield during their heavyweight rematch, Timeline is bringing nostalgia to your face.
Weird History presents Timeline 1998. Timeline is going back to the 90s and showing you all the news, culture, sports, entertainment, and all that was weird in the year 1998. '98 will be remembered for Bill Clinton getting impeached, the Chicago Bulls winning their second three-peat, and Oprah getting sued by Texas cattlemen. Take a nostalgic trip back to 1998.
Weird History presents Timeline 1999 - We are taking you back to the last year of the 90s. 1999 would end the decade, and the 20th Century, on a cliffhanger with the dreaded Y2K. The year '99 would feature infamous moments like Bill Clinton's impeachment trial and Columbine, but also, iconic ones like the release of "Livin' La Vida Loca" and "The Matrix" going to the big screen. Take a trip back to 1999 with Weird History.
Weird History's Timeline is back and is taking you all the way back to 1970. Coming out of the hippie '60s, 1970 would immediately take a turn, quickly shaping into its own identity. From the rise of Black Sabbath to the Beatles breaking up, to the Apollo 13 mission, 1970 would have America (and the world) on its toes. Take a ride with Timeline as we go back to '70.
Weird History's Timeline is taking you back to 1971 to revisit all the crazy news, politics, culture, and sports events. From the Watergate scandal heating up, to DB Cooper's infamous disappearance, to the premiere of Soul Train, 1971 had its share of crazy happenings. Hop on and let's take a trip together back to the groovy 70s on the Timeline train.
Weird History's Timeline is taking you back to 1972. '72 would be groovin' in about every topic; from the Watergate scandal heating up, to the release of Neil Young's most iconic album, to Franco Harris' immaculate reception. Take a trip on the Timeline train back to 1972 and experience the news, culture, sports, entertainment and all that was weird in the seventies.
Weird History presents Timeline 1973. Hop back on the nostalgia train, because Weird History's Timeline is taking you back to 1973. It would be a year of Elvis in Hawaii, the sad demise of Bruce Lee, and Marlon Brando's refusal to accept an Oscar. Get your pet rock ready because Timeline: The '70s is going retro.
Weird History presents Timeline 1974. Timeline is going back to the '70s and revisiting some of the most poignant news, sports, culture and entertainment stories from 1974. From the debut of the Six Million Dollar Man, to Richard Nixon's resignation to Hammerin' Hank Aaron breaking MLB's Home Run record, a little bit of everything happened in '74.
Weird History is hopping on the 1975 Timeline train and taking you on a trip. 1975 would be a crazy year with Gerald Ford narrowly missing a Manson Family Member, Wheel of Fortune's debut, and Jimmy Hoffa's disappearance. Hang on to your bell bottoms because '75 is gonna get funky. Timeline 1975 is going to fly over the cuckoo's nest.
Weird History's Timeline is taking you back to 1976. Sit back on your bean bag chair and take a trip back to the '70s. 1976 would be the debut of some famous TV shows, including "Charlie's Angels", "What's Happening", and "The Family Feud", as well as major events, including the election of Jimmy Carter to the White House. Grab your TV Dinner and dial your neighbor up on your rotary phone because we're getting groovin' on 1976.
Weird History presents Timeline 1977. We're going all the way back to the '70s and showing you all the weird stuff that happened in '77. From the debut of Star Wars to Fleetwood Mac taking over FM radio, the year would see some huge pop culture shifts. We're pretty sure Mikey will like this Life trip back to 1977.
Weird History presents Timeline 1978. We're going all the way back to 1978 to revisit the Blizzard of '78, you know the one that your uncle still talks about to this day. Timeline will also cover 1978 highlights such as Animal House, the death of Keith Moon and the debut of Scared Straight. Sit back on your Beanbag chair and enjoy this trip back to the '70s.
Timeline is taking you back to 1979. We're going to jump into our decoupage time machine for a nostalgic trip back to '79. 1979 would be the last hurrah of the Seventies where we would see the decade setting the stage for the 1980s. From the rise of Reagan to the popularity of The Village People, 1979 would end on a cliffhanger. So sit back, grab yourself a Lite Beer and enjoy Timeline 1979.
As a special bonus to our Timeline 1970s videos, we talked to some people who lived during the 1970s to get an idea of how life really was during that groovy time. Those '70s kids brought their younger relations to the talk about similarities and differences between the '70s and their generation.
After we all partied like it was 1999 (because it actually WAS), what followed was a pretty eventful 10 years, starting with the year 2000. Join us, as we embark on the long awaited "Timeline: 2000s", as we examine each of the crazy years that made up the first decade of this century - all that was tech, all that was volatile, and all that was just plain weird! Welcome to the year 2000 in review!
Now decidedly inside the 2000's, we examine what all went down in the year 2001! Even if you weren't even born yet, I am sure you've heard of some things that happened way back in 2001. From nw tech, some horrible incident in New York City, and the the start of a 20 year war. Join us as we examine the news, views, pop culture, and all that was weird in the year 2001!!
With the tumultuous year that was 2001 now in the rearview, we now delve into the year 2002. What happened in the world that year? Wha was playing on the radio? How about the music on the radio? Come with us as we recount the news, views, pop culture, and all that was weird in the year 2002!
Today on Weird History we go deep - deep into 2003! The year that gave us all kinds of weird - the North Korean Nuclear treaty withdrawal (gulp), 50 Cent's debut album 'Get Rich or Die Tryin', the sad loss of 'the old man' rock formation in New Hampshire, and may many other wild, wonderful, and wacky happenings! Get ready to binge on all that was weird in the year 2003!
Today on Weird History we are diving into 2004 - not quite the midpoint of the decade, but OH so close! This is the year that gave us 'Mean Girls', 'Lost' , and some great music like Usher's 'Confessions' album! Join us as we cover all that was weird in sports, news. and culture in the year 2004!
Today On Weird History We are diving smack dab in the middle of the 2000s! Yes, that's right, this year we are delving into the year 2005. This is the year that gave us Bob Iger as CEO of Disney, Grizzly Man and The 40 Year Old Virgin graced the silver screen, Youtube was launched, Pink Floyd Reunited for a concert, and SO many things! Too many things, we're going on you gotta watch this video!! Enjoy the stroll back into the year 2005!
Finally past the midpoint of the decade, today Weird History travels back to the year 2006! Some funny reporter named Borat graced the silver screens across America, beloved Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin left us, and SO much more! Take a trip with us as we look at all the news, views, and all that was just weird in 2006!
Today on Weird History we are diving into the year 2007! This is the year! The year that The Sopranos ended, Phil Jackson got his 900th win with the L.A. Lakers, Rihanna released her massive single 'Umbrella', and so many, many other things happened in the span of 365 days! Come with us as we go deep and take a look at all the politics, music, sports and other stuff that was weird in the year 2007!
Today on Weird History we are diving into the transformative year of 2008! In this year, Spotify was founded, Heath Ledger passed on, the 2008 Great Recession kicked off big time, and so many insane, wacky, and unbelievable things happened, not to forget the election of Barack Obama to the highest office in the United States! Join us as we recount all the news, sports, and all the wild and crazy that unfolded in 2008!
Today on Weird History we examine the last year of the aughts, the year 2009! Capping off one wild and crazy decade, and on the cusp of an equally wild decade, 2009 had many moments! From the official swearing in of Barack Obama, the death of Pop Icon Michael Jackson, popular TV shows such as Glee getting their start, and a bit of drama with Taylor Swift and Kanye at the 2009 MTV Music awards, there's something for everyone! But, it wasn't all that bad, there was even a 'Miracle on the Hudson', when Captain Sullenberger landed a plane on the Hudson river and saved everyone onboard!