Throwback Thursday: St. Elmo's Fire

We’re rewinding to April 2020 for a fun and fiery discussion with
the Return to the ’80s Brat Pack—Lizzie Newton, Del Roehling, and
me—as we take on the 1985 Brat Pack classic St. Elmo’s Fire.


Recorded in the middle of lockdown, this episode is full of
laughs, unexpected takes, and a whole lot of side tangents—from
Rob Lowe’s dangly earring and Demi Moore’s pink apartment, to the
characters we loved (or loved to hate). Lizzie shares why she
kept expecting the bar to literally burst into flames, Del
questions why anyone liked these characters at all, and I revisit
the movie with fresh eyes after not seeing it for decades.


We cover:
The cast’s career highs and lows (and some surprising
behind-the-scenes stories)
The most unlikable characters and why we couldn’t look away
The killer ’80s soundtrack, including that unforgettable
theme
Side conversations about Troop Beverly Hills, ’80s décor trends,
and cassette tape nostalgia
Why none of the characters really change—and whether we even
cared


So grab your popcorn, settle in, and join us for a rewatch
discussion that’s part movie talk, part ’80s time capsule, and
part comedy roast.


 


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️ Del Roehling (Host of 80s at 8 on 91.1
WEDM FM)
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Whether you’re a die-hard ‘80s fan, a nostalgia lover, or just
someone who enjoys a great book club discussion, this episode is
packed with fun, wisdom, and plenty of throwback vibes.


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