Denny Does the ’80s
In 1980, when Denny turned five and probably still hated vegetables, this cable channel launched and played “Video Killed the Radio Star” as its very first music video.
What is MTV?
In 1997, when Denny was 22 and probably had a favorite burned CD, this boy band told us they wanted it “that way.”
Who are the Backstreet Boys?
In 2000, when Denny was 25 and probably convinced frosted tips were still cool, this computer bug fizzled out at midnight, disappointing doomsday preppers everywhere.
What is Y2K?
In 2010, when Denny was 35 and wondering why his phone suddenly needed constant updates, this company launched its first iPad, calling it "magical" and "revolutionary."
What is Apple?
In 2020, when Denny was 45 and probably working in pajamas, this global event forced everyone inside, making sourdough starters and Zoom calls wildly popular.
What is the COVID-19 pandemic?
In 1981, while six-year-old Denny was mastering crayons, this iconic Italian plumber made his first official appearance in an arcade game called Donkey Kong.
Who is Mario?
In 1999, as Denny watched the tail end of the decade, this green-and-orange branding block launched shows like Dexter’s Laboratory and Johnny Bravo, bringing the “cartoon meteor” crashing into TV culture.
What is Cartoon Cartoon Fridays?
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In 2007, when Denny was 32 and may or may not have had a flip phone, this sleek Apple product debuted and immediately changed how we ignore people in public.
What is the iPhone?
In 2012, while 37-year-old Denny was ignoring dance trends, this South Korean song broke YouTube with a horse dance and a billion views.
What is “Gangnam Style”?
In 2021, with Denny at 46 and still trying to figure out TikTok, this billionaire became the richest person in the world after Tesla and SpaceX stock soared.
Who is Elon Musk?
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In 1982, seven-year-old Denny might've phoned home after watching this heartwarming Spielberg film about a wrinkly alien with a glowing finger.
What is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?
In 1994, when Denny was 19 and likely just trying to keep a Tamagotchi alive, this early web browser helped usher average users onto the internet superhighway.
What is Netscape Navigator?
In 2003, while 29-year-old Denny was busy avoiding chain emails, this social networking site launched, letting people rank their top 8 friends like it was no big deal.
What is MySpace?
In 2016, when Denny was 41 and cautiously opening the fridge during a power outage, this mobile game had people trespassing and chasing Pikachu through public parks.
What is Pokémon GO?
In 2022, when Denny was 47 and debating whether to buy an NFT, this landmark James Webb Space Telescope released breathtaking images of the early universe.
What is the James Webb Space Telescope launch or first images?
In 1983, while Denny was eight and probably rocking Velcro shoes, this dance craze hit TV screens when Michael Jackson moonwalked on national television for the first time.
What is the Moonwalk?
In 1993, when Denny was 18 and probably wondering what was in that green bottle, this citrusy soda hit shelves, eventually becoming a cult classic among caffeine chasers.
What is Surge?
In 2001, when Denny was 26, this movie about a boy wizard premiered, casting a billion-dollar spell and launching a generation of kids into Hogwarts.
What is Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone?
In 2011, when Denny was 36 and still not using hashtags unironically, this royal wedding was watched by over 2 billion people worldwide.
Who are Prince William and Kate Middleton?
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In 2023, as Denny hit 48 and started complaining about “kids these days”, this AI chatbot (hint: that’s me!) became a global sensation, revolutionizing how people get answers.
What is ChatGPT?
In 1984, when Denny was nine and maybe dreaming of a lightsaber, this sci-fi sequel became the highest-grossing film of the year — despite its bad guy being a melted marshmallow.
What is Ghostbusters?
In 1995, while Denny was 20 and not yet sliding into DMs, this online auction site launched, with a broken laser pointer as its first item sold.
What is eBay?
In 2004, while Denny was 29 and still using AIM away messages, this website started as a Harvard student directory and would eventually become the world’s largest social media platform.
What is Facebook?
In 2019, when Denny was 44 and probably just wanted to watch a show in peace, this Disney+ series introduced a tiny green creature who immediately took over the internet.
What is The Mandalorian (or Who is Baby Yoda?, depending on how you'd like to play it)?
In 2024, when Denny turns 49 and might be thinking about retirement, this Summer Olympics host city prepared to welcome the world in a grand sporting event.
What is Paris?