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Retroist Retro Podcast

For over a decade, The Retroist Podcast has taken a nostalgic look back at the last 40+ years of retro themed pop culture. The show attempts to connect or reconnect you to things from your past through storytelling and discussion of compelling milestones and forgotten tidbits of pop culture.

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Retroist Pizza Hut Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2021/05/07

On this episode of the Retroist Podcast I take a look at the history of the pizza-producing powerhouse Pizza Hut from its humble origins to its current status as a globally recognized food brand.

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Retroist King’s Quest Podcast

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2021/04/23

On this episode of the Retroist Podcast, I talk about the ground-breaking game, King's Quest. This was a genre redefining game brought to the world by the brilliant Roberta and Ken Williams.

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Retroist LaserDisc Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2021/04/09

The LaserDisc lasted for over two decades and was very influential on the optical formats that would follow in its footsteps. On this episode of the Retroist Podcast I discuss the LaserDisc from its inception to its demise just after the turn of the millennium.

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Retroist Quincy ME Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2021/03/26

Quincy ME was a groundbreaking show with a passionate and charismatic lead actor, Jack Klugman. It is one of my favorite TV shows and I am happy to cover it as my 250th episode of the Retroist Podcast.

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Retroist McDonald’s McRib Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2021/03/12

The McRib is a fascinating bit of food science that refuses to be defeated. Time and again when it has been counted out, it starts appearing again. On this episode I discuss its history, creations and ability to endure.

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Retroist Atari Jaguar Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2021/02/26

The Atari Jaguar didn't last long, but it was an interesting attempt by an iconic company to jump back into an industry they helped to define. On this episode of the Retroist Podcast I discuss this too short-lived console.

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Retroist In Search Of Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2021/02/12

In Search Of was a show that dealt with the mysterious and unexplained phenomena. Hosted by Leonard Nimoy, it was a popular show at the time and a cult hit now. It was also more influential on modern television than you realize.

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Retroist Batman 1989 Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2021/01/29

Batman '89 was a cultural phenomenon. Its a good film, but the deeper you got into Batman and embraced Batmania, the more enjoyable it is. So join me as I jump back to 1989, put on my cowl and talk about Batman.

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Retroist Defender Podcast

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2021/01/15

Defender is a fast-paced and innovative game, that belongs up there in the pantheon of most influential early arcade games. Not only was it a mega-hit, but it put into motion game trends that would help to define modern gaming.

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Retroist The Rocketeer Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2021/01/08

In this episode of the Retroist Podcast I discuss the 1991 classic, The Rocketeer. This cult classic was epic in scope and has a slew of dedicated fans. I am one of them and couldn't wait to cover it in an episode.

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Retroist Die Hard Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2020/12/18

In 1988, Die Hard would hit theaters and action films would never be the same again. It is a film that would alter our heroes, the expectations of our villains, and would eventually make people question their definition of Christmas films.

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Retroist Mr. Mom Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2020/12/11

On today's New episode of the Retroist Podcast, I discuss Mr. Mom. A hit film that had a good run on cable television and entertained a generation. In recent years it has lost some of its momentum. I hope I can steer some people back to it.

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Retroist Diff’rent Strokes Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2020/11/13

On this episode of the Retroist Podcast I discuss the 1978 sitcom, Diff'rent Strokes. Almost everyone I talk to has heard of this show, but I am surprised how many have not yet seen an episode. I hope I can change that.

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Retroist Halloween III: Season of the Witch Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2020/10/30

Halloween III: Season of the Witch has not always received the respect other Halloween films have gotten. It is time to abandon your expectations of a Michael Myers kill-fest and embrace the genius of a film that combines, Stonehenge, microchips and the catchiest horror film jingle ever made.

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Retroist Teen Witch Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2020/10/23

Teen Witch is a messy earnest mixture of teen fantasy, rap music, and magic. No wonder this 1989 film has earned a reputation as a cult classic.

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Retroist Freddy’s Nightmares Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2020/10/16

In 1988, Freddy's Nightmare started being broadcast on TVs across America. A lot of people freaked out that a show this racy could make it onto over-the-air television and feared that it would confuse and desensitize youth. This, of course, just made the show more appealing to the youth they were trying to protect.

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Retroist Fright Night Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2020/10/09

Fright Night is a 1985 horror classic that expertly combines horror, humor and a bit of self-awareness. On this episode of the Retroist Podcast I discuss the creation, success and enduring popularity of this amazing film.

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Retroist Inhumanoids Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2020/07/20

On this episode of the Retroist Podcast, I discuss the Inhumanoids. This toyline and animated series combined, humor, horror, sci-fi and animation like no other. It is well worth your time.

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Retroist Mattel Aquarius Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2020/04/13

The Mattel Aquarius is merely a blip in the history of computers. But to some people, this was their first machine. On this episode of the Retroist Podcast I take a look at the Mattel Aquarius. A computer that wanted to be more than it turned out to be.

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Retroist Kodak Disc Podcast

Retroist Retro Podcast ·

2020/03/02

The Kodak Disc was a technological marvel. It excelled at capturing the imagination and money of a whole lot of people. Sadly it didn't excel at taking photos. Nowadays people look back on it as an icon of the eighties, but many people might not realize what a costly failure it was for the company that made it.

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