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"Don't Forget To Breathe" - Interview with Author Chris Clews

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A quote from The Outsiders made Chris Clues quit his corporate job at 46 to become an 80s pop culture author.
The hosts interview Chris Clues, an author and speaker who draws life and work lessons from 80s pop culture. They discuss his personal journey inspired by movies like The Outsiders, the unique authenticity of 80s entertainment, and how unlikely heroes in films reflect broader life themes. The conversation also touches on animal rescue advocacy and career advice from 80s movies.

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A Karate Kid talk that turns 80s nostalgia into work, life, and memory lessons.

The discussion opens with Karate Kid, then moves outward into mentorship, aging, and the way 80s pop culture keeps finding new life. Chris Clues, the author of Raised on the 80s, gives the conversation a steady center as he shifts from movie references to practical lessons about…

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For listeners who want Karate Kid talk that keeps opening into bigger 80s questions.

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