Explorers was actually using a IIc, not a IIc+! The main difference is that the "plus" is much faster (4 mhz, I think?) and has a 3.5" floppy. I had a IIc growing up... only 1 mhz, 5.25" floppy.
Got it. So cool, though! Never thought of looking it up so I'm extra pleased to see its successor on HN. Going to have to rewatch it soon!