Hottest Toys Of The Past | That Was The News Then: Episode 36
The hottest toys from the past! Cabbage Patch Kids, Space Invaders, Teddy Ruxpin, Space Invaders, Beanie Babies. The list is long! How many did you have? Step back in time as we look at the biggest toy crazes of the 70s, 80s, and 90s.
Diddy: Back In The Day | That Was The News Then: Episode 35
A look back at Diddy’s early years as his music climbed up the charts and he rose to super stardom.
When Black Friday Ruled | That Was The News Then: Episode 34
From deals to door-busters, a look back at when Black Friday Shopping was at its peak and before online shopping replaced crowds with clicks.
Thanksgiving Day Parades |That Was The News Then: Episode 33
Celebrate the Holiday Season with a trip down memory lane as we look back at past Thanksgiving Day Parades from the 70s, 80s, and 90s.
Bruce Springsteen: The Early Years | That Was The News Then: Episode 32
From his glory days to his political activism to that controversial song, this is a look back at the early years of music superstar Bruce Springsteen.
Halloweens of the 70s, 80s, 90s, & 2000s | That Was The News Then: Episode 31
No place does Halloween like NYC! Join us as we travel back in time to see what Halloween was like in the 70s, 80s, 90s & early 2000s.
The Disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa | That Was The News Then: Ep. 30
What happened to Jimmy Hoffa? And what about those rumors that he was buried under Giants Stadium?
Billy Joel: The Early Years | That Was The News Then: Episode 29
Billy Joel: The Early Years | That Was The News Then: Episode 29
NYC Trends of the 70s, 80s & 90s | That Was The News Then: Ep. 28
From fashion to clubbing to food, travel back in time for a look at the trends that hit New York in the 70s, 80s and 90s.
Vanished: The Etan Patz Case | That Was The News Then Ep. 27
In 1979, 6-year-old Etan Patz disappeared on his way to his school bus stop in Manhattan?s Soho neighborhood and was never seen again. This is how the news covered the search to find him and the investigation.
Son of Sam Serial Killer | That Was The News Then: Ep. 26
During the mid-1970s, serial killer David Berkowitz terrorized New York City. His murders instilled panic and fear throughout the five boroughs. This is how the news covered the Son of Sam Serial Killer back then.
1976 America?s Bicentennial | That Was The News Then: Ep. 25
From ?Operation Sail" to a patriotic ticker tape parade and fireworks over the Statue of Liberty, see how New Yorkers came together in 1976 to celebrate America?s 200th birthday.
The Tylenol Murders | That Was The News Then: Ep. 24
In 1982, fear swept the country as seven people mysteriously died in the Chicago area from taking Tylenol. This is the true story of The Tylenol Murders, including a copycat murder in New York.
NY & NJ Political Scandals | That Was the News Then: Ep. 23
From a gay affair to corruption charges to sexting a minor, these are some of the political scandals that rocked New York & New Jersey politics over the years.
The 90s Knicks | That Was The News Then: Episode 22
Knicks mania has taken over New York City, as the Knicks make a run to the NBA Finals. Fans can feel the energy in the air, giving them similar vibes from the Knicks magical runs from the 90s. On this episode, we take a look back at how the news covered the Knicks playoff pushes in 1994 and 1999, and how the city rallied behind the orange and blue.
Diddy: The Early Years | That Was the News Then: Ep. 21
As Sean "Diddy" Combs is on trial for alleged sex trafficking, we take a look back at his early years as his music climbed up the charts and he rose to super-stardom. This is how the news covered the hip-hop mogul back then.
Trump: The New York Years | That Was The News Then: Ep. 20
What was President Trump like before he became president? In this episode, we take a look back at Trump?s life in New York City and how the news covered this larger-than-life businessman.
Popes Visiting NYC | That Was the News Then: Ep. 19
As the world mourns the death of Pope Francis, we take a look back at his trip to New York City, along with the other Papal Visits including those by Pope Benedict XVI, Pope John Paul II, & Pope Paul VI
Serial Killer Joel Rifkin | That Was the News Then: Ep. 18
A look back at one of Long Island?s most notorious serial killers, Joel Rifkin, and how the news covered his capture and trial.
The NYC Blackouts | That Was the News Then: Ep. 17
We take you back to when New York City was plunged into complete darkness. Do you remember where you were during the blackouts of 1965, 1977 or 2003? These are the stories of the New York City blackouts.