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The Best, Worst, and Most Snubbed Sitcoms of the 1980s

Step into the neon-lit world of 1980s television with WVIA's Pop Shop! In this episode, hosts Allan Austin and Patrick Hamilton—with insightful input from producer Kara Washington—dive deep into the best, worst, and most criminally overlooked sitcoms of the decade that gave us big hair, bigger shoulder pads, and unforgettable theme songs.From The Facts of Life and Family Ties to Small Wonder and Joanie Loves Chachi, the Pop Shop crew debates iconic series, controversial picks, and underappreciated gems. Plus: What makes a great theme song? Does The Dukes of Hazzard count as a sitcom? And why…

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