Stuck In The Past

Hosts Tim Link and Tom Moon reminisce about life in the 70's. Join them in their mental time machine as they re-live disco, bell bottoms, and 8-track tapes.

045 - A Penny, For Her Thoughts 01/06/2025

045 - A Penny, For Her Thoughts Penny DeWitt Cave takes a trip back to tell us about her Donny Osmond crush, purple velvet hot pants, and her deep love of "corny as crap" Hallmark movies. She recalls her first day of Jr. High and what it was like meeting all of her life-long friends. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/34734155

044 - You Laugh, You Lose 11/01/2023

044 - You Laugh, You Lose Part 2 of our show recorded at the Stuart-Menlo High School Class of 1978 45th reunion. Listen to the "You Laugh, You Lose" competition where people face off one to one trying not to laugh at some really bad jokes. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/28481396

043 - You Stole My Crush 10/10/2023

043 - You Stole My Crush Part 1 of our show recorded at the Stuart-Menlo High School Class of 1978 45th reunion. Some of our classmates share their recollection of just how things went down back in the day. You'll hear tales from Deer Creek, details on some near-death experiences, and the sad truth of how even a moment's indecision at a high school dance can permanently change the course of one's life. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/28272701

042 - The Changing Of The Guard 09/27/2023

042 - The Changing Of The Guard Part 2 of our recap of the first 40 episodes. Our ol' buddy Retro Rob, sporting some far out bell bottoms, "crashes" in on us once again. He shares some very interesting information on how Stuart Iowa's leadership changed from the elder crowd to new blood in the 1970's. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/28153649

041 - Blamin' It On The Button 09/12/2023

041 - Blamin' It On The Button What do you do when you haven't dropped an episode in two years? You pick up where you left off! After a freak accident where Tom fell asleep at the time machine controls, causing Tim and Tom to be stuck in the year 1347 for what seemed like two years to you all, the crew finally made it back. (Fortunately they didn't bring back any black plague.) On this trip they'll take you through some highlights of their first 40 episodes. And just like any good time travel scenario, it will be like they never left. NOTE: You may hear them talk of having been gone for a year. That's just because the journey back affected the part of their brains that do math. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/28006224

040 - Mind Laxative 07/20/2021

040 - Mind Laxative Part 2 of our very interesting conversation with Doug Shellenberg (see Episode 039 show notes to learn more about him). Doug used his excellent sense of humor to lead Tim and Tom through "Stump The Hosts" with some keenly-worded questions involving music, TV, and movies. If you think we laughed a lot during Doug's first episode, wait until you catch this one! Among other things, you'll learn what you need to do when the thoughts in your mind just won't come out. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/19863710

039 - Rock Hudson, Rock Schmudson 07/06/2021

039 - Rock Hudson, Rock Schmudson What happens when you bring on a guest known only to one of the hosts? It depends on a lot of things, and you will find out in this episode as you meet Doug Shellenberg, a co-worker of Tom's and an all-around great guy. Doug went to high school in northern Iowa the same time we were in high school. He knows his 1970's, he knows his "Stuck In The Past" (he's listened to every episode), and his humor and quick wit are quite impressive. To top it off, Doug has an infectious laugh that will make you smile. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/19716650

038 - Under The Influencers 06/22/2021

038 - Under The Influencers Part 2 of our conversation with Joan Cook Corbin. Standing out among Joan's most poignant memories is the time she took Miss Donovan out in the hall to give her a talking to. You'll hear which teachers we taunted and which ones we didn't dare cross. Joan tests Tim's and Tom's 1977 Girls' Basketball knowledge during Stump The Hosts, and she lends her voice to some of the hit songs remembered in the news segment. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/19480703

037 - Understanding Life In Reverse 06/08/2021

037 - Understanding Life In Reverse Have you ever taken the time to reflect on those who had the biggest positive effect on your life? Joan Cook Corbin did. Joan jumped back to the seventies with Tim & Tom to talk about her influencers. Joan talks about being put in her place by a friend while goofing off at a time she should have been serious, track team memories, and a best friend who named a pig after her. You'll learn why Joan rolls her bed pillows, and you'll be treated to a vocabulary including works like gaggle, curt, and precedent. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/19376048

036 - Keep It Together, Bird Boy 05/25/2021

036 - Keep It Together, Bird Boy Part 2 of our conversation about the toys we were fond of as kids. You'll get a free French lesson, hear a horrible Minnie Ripperton impression, and you'll hear the song "If" in a way you couldn't even dream of. Tim calls it dramatic, but "hideously sappy" would have been way more accurate. And, most unfortunately, you may pick up the mental image of Batman in a Speedo. You absolutely...HALF...to listen to this episode! /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/19125389

035 - Toys In The Attic 05/08/2021

035 - Toys In The Attic Tim and Tom fly guestless into the era of the awesome toys and games we had growing up. Many are still around today while others have gone by the wayside. The guys got a surprise visit from Retro Rob (Bob Cook) who not only told them an awesome story from Stuart history but who also wrecked their recycle bin. Tim tries, and fails, to imitate Aerosmith's Steven Tyler. (Tim didn't want to do it, but Tom insisted.) Tom discovers he has a slight drinking problem. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/19030889

034 - Sit On A Potato Pan, Otis 04/01/2021

034 - Sit On A Potato Pan, Otis Part 2 of our trip back with Chuck Avey. You'll hear the conclusion of "Stump The Hosts" as Chuck puts Tim and Tom through the ringer. Enjoy some killer Jimmy Carter imitations as well as Chuck translating a Deutsch movie title. The mail bag and RPM segments round out the episode which has been titled after something we discuss during "Stump The Hosts." See if you can figure out what it is. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/18572828

033 - Postmen, Pigs, & Pop-Tart Pistols 03/05/2021

033 - Postmen, Pigs, & Pop-Tart Pistols Mr. Chuck Avey, joins us to talk about his life in Europe while serving our country. He tells of German's beer and babes, one of the latter which he married in the end. It wasn't planned, but in this episode you'll hear a few more references to pigs than usual. Chuck will also give you the real story on just how many times the postman actually does ring as well as advice on how to handle hostile mail recipients. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/18199427

032 - Where's The Board? 02/17/2021

032 - Where's The Board? Part 2 of our fantastic journey into the life of Jeff...I mean "Howie"...Howard. Jeff recalls a variety of decades-old memories; his version of the "BB-in-the-butt-gate" scandal, his short stint as a member of the Menlo Mafia, the time he and Bob Tisl went at it head on, and where he used to hide his contraband (along with who trained him). Add in some bass drum cadences, a discussion of who drove what, and a little sparring with one of the hosts, and you've got another great episode to enjoy. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/17978555

031 - Where's The Beef? 02/03/2021

031 - Where's The Beef? It doesn't come out more straight and to the point than from the mouth of Jeff Howard (Howie)! The crew goes back with Howie to remember some of the high school football glory days he shares with Tom. (Tim does some napping and some knitting during those segments.) Jeff remembers many parties with the dead - okay, at the cemetery - and talks fondly of his high school mentors. One thing for sure: after this episode, you'll have a whole new perspective on ground beef! /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/17799143

030 - A Matter Of Principal 01/05/2021

030 - A Matter Of Principal Part 2 of our conversation with Lynn Crabtree. If you've ever wondered what the pros and cons would be as the son or daughter of the high school principal, Lynn provides a glimpse into his life when he lived out what the rest of us could only imagine. Lynn delivers excellent, linked-together "Stump The Hosts" questions, all related to TV and movies. And, he adds his name to the list of those who have yet to embark on a wumpus hunt. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/17422742

029 - What Happens In Vega Stays In Vega 12/15/2020

029 - What Happens In Vega Stays In Vega Did you drive a car in the 1970's? Our guest, Lynn Crabtree, did. In fact, he drove a few, as he explains in this conversation with the time machine crew. Learn how to terrorize neighbors using only gravel and a clutch. Lynn also recalls some of his favorite choir and wrestling memories. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/17177567

028 - 24 Smart Cookies 12/01/2020

028 - 24 Smart Cookies This is our first Stuck In The Past Contest. Inquire within. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/17005253

027 - Cemetery Confessions 11/17/2020

027 - Cemetery Confessions Our first ever "3-fer" - Catch the third episode with guest, Ellen Newton Nilsen, as the crew discusses state music contests, vocal music teachers, the gems we all wrote in each others' yearbooks, pep meeting mishaps, and much more. You'll find out who took who to the cemetery, and you may even learn why. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/16838375

026 - Curls Just Wanna Have Fun 11/03/2020

026 - Curls Just Wanna Have Fun We pick up where we left off last episode talking with our guest, Ellen Newton Nilsen. Hear some great memories recalled of sleepovers, childhood crushes, and closet seances. Then, be very amazed as Ellen describes the lengths to which she’s gone in order to eradicate the annoying curls from her life. How does one get their music group kicked out of gigs before they even start? Find out, and then enjoy recalling some of S-M's cheers in "Stump The Hosts!" /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/16656701

025 - Throwing Cheerleaders 10/20/2020

025 - Throwing Cheerleaders Guest Ellen Newton Nilsen joins Tim and Tom to recall favorite memories from her high school days. You'll learn how the tuba can be used by a girl to attract boys, how to carry an injured bean walker to safety, and how Jan Marlow almost got more than she bargained for at a sleep over. Hear the intro to a new radio show called "Lap Talk" and discover its mostly humble beginnings. Yes, there is quite a bit of cheerleader talk as well. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/16452740

024 - ICYMI 10/06/2020

024 - ICYMI Due to renovation of our studio, we were unable to create a new show. Instead we have put together some of the best clips from episodes 001 through 022 for your enjoyment...you know, "In Case You Missed It." /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/16255868

023 - History. It's What's For Dinner, Part 2 09/22/2020

023 - History. It's What's For Dinner, Part 2 Introducing "Retro Rob," our resident Stuart historian. Hear Part 2 of our interesting conversation with Stuart, Iowa's Bob Cook. Bob remembers what it was like when Stuart lost its skating rink and movie theater around the same time. He talks fondly about the pool hall through its different owners, recalling a special snooker game with one of his high school teachers. Get to know Stuart's famous pool sharks. Bob pulls out some very tricky questions during "Stump The Hosts," and a great time was had by all. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/16103984

022 - History. It's What's For Dinner, Part 1 09/08/2020

022 - History. It's What's For Dinner, Part 1 At long last, the crew is paid a visit by Stuart, IA historian extraordinaire, Robert Cook (we call him "Bob). Bob takes us back to the beginning of the 70's decade with some somber and some funny recollections. From the now famous band who broke down in Stuart, to the Vietnam war's effect on Stuart, to some of the town's interesting residents, there isn't a dull moment. There’s even a story about a man who very well could have had two brains. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/15908387

021 - Bleacher Blanket Bingo, Part 2 08/25/2020

021 - Bleacher Blanket Bingo, Part 2 Part 2 with guest “Hot Lips” (Jolena Welker). Hear the conclusion of "Stump The Hosts" where “Mr. Literature” smokes the other host on the Billy Shakespeare questions. Learn nifty things about book awards and how libraries have changed over the years. Other topics: school book orders and cheerleaders without socks. Special musical appearance by Mr. Melvil Dewey himself, inventor of the Dewey Decimal System. (“Dewey Decimal Rap” recreated with permission of the creator, Mr. Scooter at scooterhaye /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/15742871

020 - Bleacher Blanket Bingo, Part 1 08/11/2020

020 - Bleacher Blanket Bingo, Part 1 This is one for the books! No, seriously...Jolena Welker joins Tim and Tom to share her wealth of knowledge in the area of Literature. And, who better than a former library director to do it? You'll hear Jolena discuss the "pages" of her life from BB battle wounds to her deep love of libraries. But just a few chapters in, you'll learn of Jolena's playful side, one that not everyone who knows her saw during the high school years. The plot twist comes when you learn Jolena's idea of school dance etiquette. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/15564548

019 - Man On The Street 07/28/2020

019 - Man On The Street Join host Tim Link on a walk around downtown Stuart, IA during "Scoop The Loop" night as he listens to what others thought about their favorite decade. You'll get a wide variety of stories including opinions on gasoline prices, favorite pizza joints which exist no more, 70's upholstery color nightmares, and cool cars. You'll also hear commentary about classmates, some still with us and some not. You'll hear the cars, music, and other sounds of "Scoop The Loop" night. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/15378716

018 - The Experiment, Part 2 07/14/2020

018 - The Experiment, Part 2 Welcome to Part 2 of "The Experiment" where Tim and Tom forged ahead in recording an episode without much planning. In this episode you'll hear both the violin and the pity card played during an impassioned plea for messages, memorandums, and missives. Tim and Tom discuss the cost of things in the 70's compared to the inflated prices years later. And, the episode is wrapped up by an RPM (Random Person Mention) segment where the person mentioned wasn't known by both hosts. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/15199211

017 - The Experiment, Part 1 06/30/2020

017 - The Experiment, Part 1 This is the first part of two episodes where Tim and Tom do something unprecedented in two ways. First, Tim and Tom switch roles. Secondly, the episode comes directly to you with zero editing. Therefore, we called this episode, "The Experiment." In this episode, you'll learn about "Tim's Hierarchy Of Education Class System," you'll hear one of Tim's therapy sessions with Dr. Moon, and we'll share our recommendations for modifying high school track hurdle heights. /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/15018290

016 - Air Supply Did Disco?, Part 2 06/16/2020

016 - Air Supply Did Disco?, Part 2 Part 2 of of our conversation with Bob Morgan. Experience for the first time in the history of Stuck In The Past, "Stump The Hosts" being turned on its head when Bob threw in a twist! You'll hear more football stories, memories of our foreign exchange students, Mike and Omar, and some rare recollections of Cheech & Chong albums, one of which got Tim in a little trouble. You'll also get a close-up of Bob's nostalgic, sentimental side. So much fun, we didn't even read from the (mail bag, mail bag, mail bag). /episode/index/show/sitppodcast/id/14840240

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