JULY 20, 1980

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• Headline: 'NO NUKES' Concerts in New York. Impact: If those anti-nuclear concerts hadn't happened, we might have seen a timeline where rock stars were more focused on their hair than global destruction, resulting in far fewer awkward 80's hairstyles and perhaps a world without reality TV. You're welcome. Fact: Did you know that the only thing more explosive than nuclear power in the 70s was the hair of the musicians at those concerts? Talk about a meltdown!.
• Headline: 'Honeysuckle Rose' and Its Challenges. Impact: This singer's woes could have led to a parallel universe where musicians only sing about their successes. Imagine that! We’d miss out on all the relatable heartbreak ballads that keep us feeling better about our own miserable lives. Fact: Fun fact: 'Honeysuckle Rose' could also refer to the singer's search for a decent meal while on tour. Spoiler alert: fast food is not a food group.
• Headline: 'THE BIG RED ONE' and WWII Heroes. Impact: This film's exploration of war has had a lasting impact on how we portray soldiers in media. Without it, we might have ended up with more romantic comedies about war instead of actual narratives that challenge our views. Because who wouldn’t want to see a rom-com set in the trenches?. Fact: Samuel Fuller was known for his gritty realism, which is impressive considering most Hollywood directors were still figuring out how to make a decent sandwich by the time he was making films.