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That TV Sound!

A Gen X post-punk, new wave stroll through the music of a generation. Josh Downing is your host in this new podcast series that remembers the music that changed us, did our hair and make up and had us rummaging for new romantic bargains at the thrift shop.

Podcast · By Gen X 4 Life Podcast · English · Official site

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Aug 22, 2026
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  1. Episode · Aug 22, 2026

    Live at Fan Expo Toronto 2026! (opens the original)

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    That TV Sound is going on the road for one day only. Come see your host, Josh Downing at the Canadian Podcast Awards table in the Community zone at Fan Expo! You know where it is. It's down that hallway where the Stormtroopers hang out. Josh will be at the table on Saturday August 29 from 10am to 1pm. He's bringing his 80's trivia cards and if you can answer a music question he'll spin the wheel for a prize! And if you didn't get in to see Mark Hamill, then come over and get your photo with Josh

  2. Episode · Aug 18, 2026

    1983! August in the Name of Love Song! (opens the original)

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    It's 1983. Do your parents know where the heck you are? No way man. Josh was probably in a new wave disco dancing to October Love song and Tyler was probably shining his pointy boots! It was a golden age of music, videos and fashion. 12" singles were our Pokemon, peroxide was our hair colour of choice. Check out the That TV Sound playlist on Spotify to listen to tunes we chat about. Go to www.speakpipe.com/genx4lifepodcast to record your favourite song from the golden age of music. And That TV S

  3. Episode · Aug 2, 2026

    1982! Summertime on the Ceiling! (opens the original)

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    Somehow the randoms steered the pod back into 1982! Maybe it was because we still had so much to say about the second best year in music and fashion. Josh and Tyler reminisce about their recent trip to Niagara Falls to see Alison Moyet, Marc Almond and Human League. It included dinner at Denny's and a trip to the merch booth where many shirts were purchased! Keep listening for a brief talk on hats, favourite songs such as Living on the Ceiling, The Look of Love and more! You can share your favou

  4. Episode · Jul 4, 2026

    1985! Don't mess with Johnny! (opens the original)

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    198 is the year that wasn't for SO many reasons. But this session Josh and Tyler uncover the hidden gems of this turbulent year. This episode also features the Madonna Backup Chickens, our love of Fine Young Cannibals and of course, Thompson Twins. Check out the songs we discuss on the "That TV Sound" playlist only on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6vJ4QaIavkhVM4OYDmYbVn?si=05aa6572061046c1

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