Hella 90s: Wayne’s World, Stinkfist & Millenial Playlists – Ep 120
Episode 120 – Wayne’s World, Stinkfist & The Evolution of a Millenial Playlist
Show Notes
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
How have your music tastes changed over the years?
MOVIE OF THE WEEK: WAYNE’S WORLD
Release Date: February 14, 1992
Running Time: 94 minutes
Budget: $20 million
Box Office Gross: $183.1 million (Worldwide)
Movie Overview
Wayne Campbell and Garth Algar, two rock-loving friends from Aurora, Illinois, host a quirky public-access TV show from Wayne’s basement. When a TV producer buys the rights to their show and attempts to manipulate Wayne’s love interest, Cassandra, they face challenges in both friendship and love. After several comedic mishaps, Wayne and Garth take action to help Cassandra get her big break. The film ends with a self-aware, comedic twist where Wayne and Garth rewrite the movie’s conclusion for a happy ending.
Stats and Reception
- Rotten Tomatoes Score: 85% (based on 64 reviews)
- Average Rating: 7.1/10
- Audience Reception: Cult classic, beloved by ’90s kids and SNL fans. Catchphrases like “Schwing!” and “Party time, excellent!” became iconic.
On a scale of 1-100, what would you rate it compared to other ’90s comedies?
Memorable Quotes:
- “A gun rack? A gun rack. I don’t own ‘A’ gun let alone many guns that would necessitate an entire rack.”
- “If Benjamin were an ice cream flavor, he’d be pralines and DICK.”
- “Are you mental!? We broke up! Get the net!”
- “Psycho Hose Beast”
- “We’re not worthy! We’re not worthy!”
- “Like climbing the rope in gym class.”
- “If you’re gonna spew, spew into this.”
- “Camera one, camera two.”
- “Shaaa, and monkeys might fly out of my butt.”
Favorite Scene Discussion:
What was your favorite scene from Wayne’s World?
SONG OF THE WEEK: “STINKFIST” by TOOL
Song Overview
Released on Ænima (October 1, 1996), Stinkfist explores themes of pushing limits for pleasure. The metaphorical use of “fisting” in the song caused controversy, with radio and TV stations avoiding the title, instead referring to it as “Track #1.” The song is both heavy and dark, yet there’s humor in its extremity, fitting with the show’s comedic theme.
Lyrical Highlights:
- “Something has to change, undeniable dilemma. Boredom’s not a burden anyone should bear.”
- “Constant over stimulation numbs me, but I would not want you any other way.”
- “Knuckle deep inside the borderline… this may hurt a little but it’s something you’ll get used to.”
Song Info:
- Release Date: October 1, 1996
- Length: 5:11 (one of Tool’s shorter tracks)
Song Meaning:
The song uses extreme imagery and metaphors to explore how people take things to extremes to feel alive. “Fisting” is used as a metaphor for taking pleasure to an extreme degree. This controversial track helped solidify Tool’s reputation for pushing boundaries in both music and subject matter.
TOP 3: 90s Songs About Sex
GAME TIME: WAYNE’S WORLD QUOTES & TRIVIA
Fill in the Blank:
- Ex-squeeze me ____________ (Baking powder)
- If she were president, she’d be _______________ (Baberaham Lincoln)
- No Stairway, _____________ (denied)
- You know Cassandra, from this height you could ______________ (really hock a loogie on someone)
Trivia:
- In what city does Wayne’s World take place?
- Answer: Aurora, Illinois
- What is the nickname they gave to Garth’s 1976 AMC Pacer?
- Answer: The Mirthmobile
- What is Wayne’s ex-girlfriend’s name?
- Answer: Stacy
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