'Ghostbusters': What's the Hype About This Supernatural Comedy Series?
Hey, has anyone seen a ghost?! Just over 40 years since its theatrical debut, the firmly adult comedy \u2018Ghostbusters\u2019 (1984) that spawned 2 animated television series and 4 film sequels has stood the test of time. Just what is it about this working-class underdog story set in grubby New York City (back when the city still had, Micah says, \u201csome big problems\u201d), why was it the second-highest grossing film of 1984 (launching on the same day as \u2018Gremlins\u2019), and is it even relevant today?\nIn this episode of What the Hype?! Micah and Eric are joined by Ivan Guerrero, Ghostbusters (and LEGO) super fan! This is the first part of a multi-part series which will explore the cultural legacy of Ghostbusters and unpack all that it has to offer. So join us for this so-called Slimer primer and get ready to bust some ghosts! (Because, of course, bustin\u2019 makes us feel good!)\nCheck out Ivan\u2019s vintage movie trailer for \u2018The Ghost Busters\u2019 (1954)! https://youtu.be/kAboGO9MDsQ?si=yZhXSe5pxqz3Gm-2\nIvan can be found on YouTube at @WhoIsEyevan (https://www.youtube.com/@whoiseyevan) and on Instagram at @bulldoozerbricks (https://www.instagram.com/bulldoozerbricks/)\nDon't forget to follow us in your favorite podcast app, leave us a review, and tell a friend about the show! We're also releasing full video episodes on YouTube!\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices