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Retroist Podcast – Episode 101- Murder, She Wrote Alright, we are back. After an all too lengthy break, we finally have a new episode of The Retroist Podcast. This is one all of you have been clamoring for, Murder, She Wrote. You haven’t? Okay, perhaps not a true … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 100 – Atari 2600 Today’s episode is a milestone in Retroist Podcast history, The 100th episode. Hard to believe, but here it is. To celebrate number 100, we are covering a subject near and dear to my heart, the Atari 2600 (VCS). We talk … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 099 – Galaxy High On today’s show we talk all about the short lived cult Saturday Morning cartoon classic, Galaxy High. We talk about how it was made, the people behind it, the cast, the characters, its release in print and on home video … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 098 – The Fog On today’s show we talk all about the legendary horror film, John Carpenter’s The Fog. We talk about how it was made, the people behind it, the cast, the remake and much much more. Halloween season is coming to end, … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 097 – The Retroist Halloween Special III This is a couple of days early, just in case you wanted to get a jump on the Halloween season or if you wanted to have something to listen to on Halloween morning. Today show is all about Halloween memories! … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 096 – Twilight Zone 1985 On today’s show we talk all about the too short lived TV revival, The Twilight Zone, sometimes called The New Twilight Zone or just The Twilight Zone. I talk about how it was made, the people behind it, the narration … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 095 – Poltergeist They’re here! On today’s show we talk all about the legendary horror film, Poltergeist. We talk about how it was made, the people behind it, the Curse of the movie, the controversy around its direction, its sequels and much much … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 094 – Zork On today’s show we talk all about the groundbreaking text adventure game, Zork. We talk about how it was made, the people behind it, how to play and much much more. For those with Java on their computer, who have … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 093 – The Jetsons On today’s show we talk all about the hit Sci-Fi cartoon series, The Jetsons. We talk about the pre-production, the cast, production of the show, its reception in the US and much much more. This is a very special episode … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 092 – The Man from Atlantis On today’s show we talk all about the 1970 Sci-Fi series, The Man from Atlantis. We talk about the pre-production, the cast, production of the show, its reception in the US and overseas and much much more. This is a … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 091- Short Circuit On today’s show we talk all about the 1980s Sci-Fi comedy hit movie, Short Circuit. We talk about the pre-production, the writers/directors, the cast and cameos, production and much much more. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 090 – John Candy On today’s show we talk about the remarkable and talented, John Candy. I talk about his TV and movie work, his personal life and his legacy and his early passing. Just a reminder to drop by our forums to discuss … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 089 – Candid Camera On today’s show I talk about the groundbreaking long running hidden camera show, Candid Camera. I talk about the show’s creator, its various incarnations, its reception, its writers and much more. Just a reminder to drop by our forums to … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 088 – Coleco Adam On today’s show I talk all about the much maligned computer system, The Coleco Adam. I talk about the company who made the system, the merits of the computer, some of the problems it had, its receptions and more. Just … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 087 – Adventure On today’s show I talk all about the video game classic Atari 2600 Video Game, Adventure. I talk about the game’s creations, gameplay and its many variations and ports. Just a reminder to drop by our forums to discuss Adventure. … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 086 – Clue On today’s show we talk all about the classic game, movie, tv show and videogame, Clue. I talk about the game’s creations, gameplay and its many variations and jumps to different entertainment mediums. Music throughout the show was provided by … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 085 – Dig Dug On today’s show we talk all about the video game classic, Dig Dug. I talk about the game’s creations, gameplay and its many variations and ports. Just a reminder to drop by our forums to discuss Dig Dug. You can … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 084 – Airplane On today’s show we talk all about the 1980 comedy hit movie, Airplane!. We talk about the pre-production, the writers/directors, the cast and cameos, production and much much more. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 083 – Teddy Ruxpin On today’s show we talk all about the classic 1980s/1990s talking toy, Teddy Ruxpin. We talk about the creation of this amazing toy and the talented people behind it. We also talk about the TV shows based on Teddy and … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast- Episode 082 – Three’s Company On today’s show we talk all about the comedy television series, Three’s Company. We talk about the characters and actors on the show, the talent behind the show, the cast changes and its availability today. What are the best episodes … Continue reading → Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 081 – Dragon’s Lair On today’s show we talk all about the video game classic, Dragon’s Lair. I talk about the game’s creations and creator, gameplay and its many variations and ports. Just a reminder to drop by our forums to discuss Dragon’s Lair. You can find the forums at http://www.retroist.com/forum/. If you want to read more about other [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 080 – Battlezone On today’s show we talk all about the video game classic, Battlezone. I talk about the games creations and creator, gameplay and its many variations and ports. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss Battlezone. You can find the forums at http://www.retroist.com/forum/. If you want to read more about other Retro [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 079 – The Game of Life On today’s show we talk all about the super popular board game, The Game of Life. We talk about the games creator, Milton Bradly, the games rules, changes over the years and reference in pop culture.. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss The Game of Life and any other games [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 078 – Back to the Future On today’s show we talk all about the 1980s mega hit movie, Back to the Future. We talk about the pre-production, the stars, casting issues, production and much much more. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss Back to the Future and any other movies you might like. You can find [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 077 – Project UFO Finally the episode you have all be clamoring for, the lates 1970s 2 season powerhouse, Project UFO. On today’s show we talk all about this Jack Webb produced Sci-Fi classic. We talk about the show’s stars, its premise, production and much much more. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss Project [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 076 – Tron On today’s show we talk all about the pioneering 1980s classic, Tron. Yes, just in time for you to catch up on the film before Tron Legacy (funny how that happened). We talk about the movie’s plot, production, the cast and people behind the camera and Tron stuff in print and in video game format. [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 075 – Planes, Trains and Automobiles On today’s show we talk all about the 80s comedy classic, Planes, Trains and Automobiles. This is a classic been of Holiday cinema that is definitely worth revisiting this Thanksgiving. In this show we talk about the movies plot, production, the cast and the people behind the camera. Peachy adds his voice to the show [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 074 – Centipede On today’s show we talk all about the video game classic, Centipede. I talk about the games creations and creator, gameplay and strategy and its many variations and ports. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss Centipede. You can find the forums at http://www.retroist.com/forum/. If you want to read more about [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 073 – The Incredible Hulk TV Series On today’s show we talk all about the television series, The Incredible Hulk. We talk about the characters on the show, the talent behind the show, its amazing music and the show’s legacy and potential reboot. We also have a brand new top 5 list from metagirl and a lot of great audio from Peachy. [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 072 – Dutch On today’s show we talk all about the 90s comedy classic, Dutch. Okay, I know it is not a classic to everyone, but I think it is a film worth revisiting this holiday season and I hope I can perhaps inspire you to give it another shot. In this show we talk about the movies [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – 071 – The Retroist Halloween Special II This is a couple of days early, just in case you wanted to get a jump on the Halloween season or if you wanted to have something to listen to on Halloween morning. Today show is all about Halloween memories! That’s right it is time for the 2nd Annual Retroist Halloween Special. It was a [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 070 – The Monster Squad On today’s show we talk all about the 80s horror classic, The Monster Squad. We talk about the movies plot, production, the cast and the planned re-make Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss The Lost Boys and any other movies you might like. You can find the forums at http://www.retroist.com/forum/. [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 069 – Suspense On today’s show we talk all about the creepy old time radio classic, Suspense. We talk about the show’s creation and the talent behind its birth and continuing success. A great show to kick off the Halloween season! Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss Suspense. You can find the forums [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 068 – Adventures of Superman On today’s show we talk all about great and venerable TV show, Adventures of Superman. We talk about the characters on the show, the talent behind the show, its ignoring of Superman mythology, its rosters of characters and its attempted spin offs. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss the Adventures [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 067 – Tetris On today’s show we talk all about the video game classic from behind the “Iron Curtain”, Tetris. I talk about the games creations and creator — the music and the many variations and ports. Oh and the lawsuit, the wonderful lawsuits. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss Tetris. You can [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 066 – Missile Command On today’s show we talk all about the Atari classic, Missile Command. A game that everyone knows, but somehow still comes across as underrated. I talk about the games creations and creator, we talk records and strat and we have some fun audio surprises in this episode, that I hope you enjoy. Just a reminder [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 065 – Adam-12 On today’s show we talk all about the groundbreaking police series, Adam-12. In my opinion it is one of the best shows of the 1970s. We talk about the characters on the show, the talent behind the show, its amazing music and the show’s legacy. I am a big fan of this little show and [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 064 – Amazing Stories On today’s show we talk all about the anthology TV show, Amazing Stories. A show that went way before it’s time. We talk about the idea behind the show, the talent behind the show, its amazing soundtrack and the show’s legacy. I am a big fan of this little show and I hope I can [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 063 – McDonaldland Memories On today show we talk about that magically delicious commercial world of McDonaldland. We concentrate on the main characters of the land and discuss their first appearance and the talent behind them. We also talk about the rise and fall of this magical kingdom and speculate just a bit on the reason why. Warning: If [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – 062 – The Lost Boys On today’s show we talk all about the 80s horror classic, The Lost Boys. We talk about the movies plot, production, the printed material, the cast and the sequels. We also talk a little bit about modern “vampires” and “vampires” of the past. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss The [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 062 – The Lost Boys On today’s show we talk all about the 80s horror classic, The Lost Boys. We talk about the movies plot, production, the printed material, the cast and the sequels. We also talk a little bit about modern “vampires” and “vampires” of the past. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss The [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 061 – Pole Position On today’s show we talk all about the video game classic, Pole Position. We talk about the games creation and success, the ports, the sequels and of course the Saturday Morning Cartoon. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss Pole Position and any other video games you might like. You can [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 060 – Kolchak: The Night Stalker Due to technical difficulties last week, this week we have a rare Monday Retroist Podcast and on today’s show we talk all about the horror classic, Kolchak: The Night Stalker. We talk about the characters, the cast, the show’s writers and its influence on other shows. We also talk about the various books [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 059 – Star Wars: Droids On today’s show we talk all about the 80s cartoon, Star Wars: Droids. While on my way to my vacation my special guest and I talk about the plot, the characters the cast, and its place in the Star Wars Universe. We also talk about the various books and the video game . [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 058 – The Dark Crystal On today’s show we talk all about the cult film, The Dark Crystal. We talk about the plot, the characters the cast, and deep mythology. We also talk about the various books and the video game as well as the potential influence of a very famous film. Just a reminder to drop by [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 056 – The Outer Limits On today’s show we talk all about the cult classic tv show, The Outer Limits. We talk about the creation of the show and its constant comparisons to the Twilight zone. We also talk about its music, actors, writers and the show’s reboot in the 1990s. Good news list fans, metagirl is [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 054 – ALF On today’s show we talk all about the cult classic tv show, ALF. We talk about the plot, the characters the cast, and its successes. We also talk about its success away from the main show, its various spin-offs and merchandise. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 051 – Atari Cosmos In this weeks show we talk all about the almost forgotten Atari Cosmos. We talk about the people behind the system and we we explore the technology and concepts behind what could have been the 1st generation holographic gaming system. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss the Atari [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 050 – The Neverending Story Number 50?? Who would have thunk it, but here we are. This week we talk all about the hit movie The Neverending Story. We talk about the making of the movie, its cast, plot, characters and its legacy. Join in and discuss The Neverending Story at the Retroist Forum @ http://www.retroist.com/forum/. [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 049 – Happy Days This week we talk all about the hit show Happy Days. We talk about the making of the show, its cast, plot, characters and its legacy. Join in and discuss Happy Days at the Retroist Forum @ http://www.retroist.com/forum/. The above art was done by Artist/Illustrator Christopher Tupa. You can see all [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 048 – Thundarr the Barbarian This week we talk all about the sword and sorcery cartoon Thundarr the Barbarian. We talk about the making of the show, its cast, plot, characters and its legacy. Join in and discuss Thundarr the Barbarian at the Retroist Forum @ http://www.retroist.com/forum/.The above art was done by Artist/Illustrator Christopher Tupa. [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 047 – E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial This week we talk all about the alien who stole our hearts, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. We talk about the making, the casting and the its receptions. The we jump out of the film and talk about E.T. products and sponsorship. AND of course we touch on the E.T. video game for the [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 046 – Max Headroom This week we talk all about everyone’s favorite spokeshead Max Headroom. We talk about his UK origins, his jump to America and his work outside of his two TV shows. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss Max Headroom. You can find the forums at http://www.retroist.com/forum/. The [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 045 – New Coke This week we talk about the soft drink debacle of the mid-1980s, New Coke. We talk about the reasoning behind the switch, the chief architect behind the switch, its failure, the conspiracy theories it has spawned and a whole lot more. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss New Coke. [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 044 – Asteroids This week we talk about the video game classic, Asteroids. We talk about the games development, its specs, its success and it various ports. We have a lot of great audio this week including the “Asteroid’s Radio Drama” (OK, it is from a record, but it works well as a radio drama). Just [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website The Hypertext Transfer Protocol Orchestra’s Classical Music for Consoles’ Track 5 – “Legend of Zelda” The Hypertext Transfer Protocol Orchestra is conducted by The Retroist’s very own PeacHy (Sic), who in his other life is a drum and bass producer from the UK with, as you probably already know, an unhealthy obsession with video games. One day while procrastinating about writing a retro video game review he stumbled over the [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 043 – Fraggle Rock This week we talk about the 1980s Jim Henson classic, Fraggle Rock. We talk about the show’s concepts, its characters, the larger mythology and its trajectory from TV to DVD to the Big Screen. Just a reminder to drop by our official forums to discuss Fraggle Rock. You can find the forums [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 042 – Vectrex This week we talk about the 1980s all-in-one console, The Vectrex. We talk about its development, the hardware, the games and of course what the Vectrex is up to now (more then you expect). Jonathan from Rotting Flesh Radio is back this week with a Retro Rewind. Just a reminder to drop by [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 041 – Tales of the Gold Monkey This week we talk about what should have been a smash TV show, “Tales of the Gold Monkey”. We talk about the development, the plot, the cast and its influence on other shows. Jonathan from Rotting Flesh Radio is back this week and metagirl lays out another great top 5 list for all [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 040 – Jaws This week we talk about the book and the film Jaws. It is one of my favorite films and we cover a lot of great stuff. We talk about the production of the film, its cast, the differences between the book and the movie and much more. Just a reminder to drop by [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 039 – Christmas Commercials Christmas is almost here, so you know what that means? Time to buy stuff! That’s why this week’s show is all about the Christmas commercials that we love. The show has a bit of a different format this week, being dedicated solely to commercials, so I hope you enjoy it. Just [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 038 – A Christmas Story You’ll shoot your eye out kid! On today’s show I talk about the holiday classic, “A Christmas Story”. We talk about the men behind the film, the story, the cast and the films ongoing legacy. We also have some great sound and music to get you in the Holiday mood. Just a [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 036 – Intellivision We do listen to your feedback, so we are happy to finally present the Retroist Intellivision Podcast! On this week’s show we talk about the often overshadowed video game console, The Intellivision. We talk about the history of the game, the hardware, the addons and the software. We also touch upon the [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 034 – Dungeons & Dragons We talk about the creation of the game. How it moved from supplement to game. How it grew and the various iterations over the years. We bring up the TV shows and video games and so much more. Jonathan has a great interview with Ed Douglas of Midnight Syndicate, the musicians [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 033 – Pitfall! This week’s podcast is all about the David Crane masterpiece, Pitfall! This Activision game was one of the best games for the Atari 2600 and I just loved it. On the show we talk about its creator, history, ports, sequels and other places that Pitfall! has popped up outside of Video Games. [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 032 – Magnum P.I. Today’s show about that quintessential 1980s detective show, Magnum P.I. We talk about the shows creation, the actors and characters, and the future of the Magnum character. This being metagirl’s favorite TV show, she contributed not one, but two top 5 lists for this week’s show. Just a reminder to drop by our official [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 031 – The Retroist Halloween Special I feel so clever, the Halloween show is episode number 31. How cool is that? Oh well. Today’s show is a little different. Instead of the normal retro pop culture subject discussion, I have asked various contributors to share with me Halloween memories and stories. I am joined by Jonathan [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 030 – Halloween Today’s show is all about the John Carpenter classic, “Halloween”. We talk about the conception, creation and reception of this horror classic. We discuss the actors involved, its abbreviated shooting schedule, the great music it has and of course its legacy of sequels and remakes. Jonathan is back again with a great [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 029 – It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown On this week’s show we talk about the Halloween TV classic, “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.” We talk about the creator of the Peanuts, Charles Schultz. We explore the origin of animated peanuts and trace the trajectory of the special, including it references in popular culture. Just a reminder to drop [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 028 – A Nightmare on Elm Street On this week’s show we talk about the amazing 80s horror film, “A Nightmare on Elm Street.” We talk about the movie’s creator, Wes Craven and how he came up with the idea for Freddy and the Nightmare concept. We talk about the production, the stars, its jump to other media and a [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 027 – Night Gallery On this week’s show we talk about the Twilight Zone’s oft overlooked younger brother, Night Gallery. We talk about the shows creator, Rod Serling, the controversies around the show’s production and syndication, the music and the shows ever-changing format. Jonathan is back with a Halloween tinged Retro Rewind and metagirl is back with [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 026 – Monopoly On this week’s show we talk about the board game classic, Monopoly. We talk about its convoluted development process. We talk about its expansions, spin-offs and variants. Peachy and Darren are back with a review of every Monopoly game ever made for gaming consoles and we have a few surprises. Just a [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 025 – Space Invaders On this week’s show we talk about the late 70s Arcade Classic “Space Invaders”. We talk about the company that built it, Taito. We talk about its influences and its legacy. How it did in Japan and the US and the differences with the various versions. Just a reminder to drop [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 024 – V On this week’s show we talk about the 1980s mini-series phenomenon “V”. We talk about how the series was conceived, its massive success and its many many influences. metagirl is back with the top 5 list, Kill Screen reviews the movie “Plan 9 from Outer Space” and Peachy and Darren chime in with [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 022 – Knight Rider As you can see from the above art, we are adding a brand new feature to the podcast. Artist/Illustrator Christoper Tupa has joined the Retroist Team and will be including an illustration with each podcast. As you can see, the art evokes a perfect blend of whimsy and nostalgia. I am thrilled [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 021 – Mr. Belvedere Today’s show is about the 1980s television classic, Mr. Belvedere. We talk about the origin of the Belvedere character, his transition from book to movie to television. We also talk some of the best episodes, the actors and the show’s reception. metagirl is back with and illuminating top 5 list and Jonathan brings [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 020 – Friday the 13th Today’s show is about the 1980s horror classic, Friday the 13th. We talk about the brains behind the film, its story, production and how well it did on the box office. metagirl is back with the top 5 list, KillScreen256 has a review of NES version of Friday the 13th and Jonathan is [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 017 – The A-Team Today’s show is about that staple action show from the mid-1980s, The A-Team. We talk about the creations of the show, the shows characters and the upcoming movie. metagirl is back with a top 5 list of the best A-Team guest stars and we are introducing a new cast member this week. [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 016 – Gremlins Today’s show is about the 1980s movie classic, “Gremlins”. We discuss the origin of the gremlin, how the movie got created and its far reaching effect on movies and pop culture. Jonathan calls on his way back from Disney World with an honest to goodness interview with Gremlin’s star Zach Galligan. It’s a [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 015 – Nintendo Entertainment System Today’s show is about the venerable granddaddy of Nintendo gaming, the Nintendo Entertainment System or NES. We talk about its creation in Japan, its ability to ignore the great North American Video game crash and its last influence on gaming culture. The show has great music, some retro commercials and a surprise or [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 014 – The Smurfs Today’s show is about the half century old pop phenomenon, The Smurfs. We talk about their creator, Peyo, how he created the Smurfs, their spread across the world and their lingering presence. metagirl is back with a top 5 list and we play some great music and retro-commercials. Please excuse my pronunciation, [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Tap Dancer Bill Bailey Does the Moonwalk in 1955 Here is a video of, Bill Bailey, the creator of the Moonwalk (he called it the Backslide) doing his thing in 1955. If you are not a fan of talented dancers you can fast forward to the end. Tweet This!Share this on del.icio.usDigg this!Share this on RedditStumble upon something good? Share it on StumbleUponShare [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast – Episode 013 – Pac-Man Today’s show is about one of the greatest video games of all time Pac-man. On the show, we talk about its creation in Japan, its migration to America, its many ports and of course its contribution to popular culture. We got some great music. Jonathan is back with the Far Out Space [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast - Episode 008 - Leonard Nimoy Today’s show is about the life and career of the multi-talented Leonard Nimoy. Nimoy is best know for his work as Spock in the hit Sci-Fi series “Star Trek”, but he had worked on several other successful series as an actor as well as a director and has released multiple albums and books. Listen [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast - Episode 007 - VCR Today’s show is about the history, the struggles and the demise of a formerly ubiquitous technology, the VCR. Jonathan’s Far Out Space Nuts are back again, this time he is exploring the genius of voice legend, Don LaFontaine. List fans can stay happy, metagirl is also back this week with the list of [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast - Episode 006 - Atari 5200 Today’s show is about the less popular younger sister of the Atari 2600, the Atari 5200. I talk about the technology behind the system, its strengths and weaknesses, the games and its small contribution to 80s pop culture. List fans rejoice, metagirl is back again, this time with the 5 rarest Atari 5200 [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast - Episode 005 - Miami Vice Today’s show is all the 80s cultural phenomenon, Miami Vice. I talk about the genesis of the show, its characters and actors, the music and of course the movie of the same name. This week metagirl is back again with her Top 5 Miami Vice Guest Stars and Jonathan calls in to discuss [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast - Episode 004 - Scooby Doo, Where are You? Today’s show is all about Scooby Doo, Where are You? I talk about about the history of the show, the actors who gave voice the legendary characters and touch briefly on the shows that were influenced by Scooby Doo. Jonathan is back again this week and he brought his love of Tiki culture [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast - Episode 003 - Famous Nintendo Missteps Today is an exciting show. Not only are we covering the 3 most famous Nintendo missteps (R.O.B, The Power Glove and the Virtual Boy), we also add a new member to the Retroist Podcast family. Jonathan from Rotting Flesh Radio is joining the cast of the show as our resident media reviewer. [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast - Episode 002 - Saturday Supercade Do you like cartoons? How about video games? Well you came to the right place. This week’s Retroist Podcast is about the CBS early 1980’s Saturday Morning Masterpiece “Saturday Supercade”, which hit the airwaves on September 17, 1983, and ran for two seasons. I talk about all the show segments (Frogger, Donkey [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Retroist Podcast Premiers Today - Episode 001 - The Rubik’s Cube I am proud to announce the premier of the Retroist Podcast. Today’s show is all about one of my favorite pop culture icons, “The Rubik’s Cube”. During the show we mention some fun facts about the Magic Cube, listen to some great old commercials and of course discuss the “Rubik, the Amazing Cube” [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website Captain America and the Falcon in “And A Phoenix Shall Arise” As some of you may know my favorite comic book character is, hands down, Captain America. I love the idea of a character who is stuck in an era in which they don’t belong and I have been a dedicated reader since I was 7. Now old Steve Rogers may be dead at the moment, [...] Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | Visit Website