Retroist Retro Podcast

On this all new episode of the Retroist Podcast, I talk all about the sometimes overlooked transforming robot toys, The Gobots.

On this all new episode of the Retroist Podcast, I talk all about the 1986 childhood-damaging animated classic, Transformers the Movie.

On this episode of the Retroist Podcast, I talk all about the amazing Marvel Comics run of, The Transformers. I discuss the people who made it happen, the differences between the US and UK version, and much more

On Part 2 of the Retroist Podcast's ongoing series on The Transformers, I continue our walk down memory lane by covering the iconic 80s cartoon, from its rushed beginnings to its longer term cultural impact.

In this episode of the Retroist Podcast, I delve into the world of the original Transformers toys. I share my personal experiences playing with these toys with my friends, as we attempted to turn them into a kind of role-playing game. I also explore the history of these iconic toys, from their inception to the reception they received when they first hit the market. I discuss the people who made it all happen and the reasons for their lasting popularity, as the Transformers toys are still available for purchase today. It's amazing to think about the longevity of these toys, as they continue to captivate generations of fans. I highlight the numerous reasons why the Transformers toys are remarkable, including their intricate design, transformations, and compelling storylines. I hope this episode offers a nostalgic look at the original Transformers toys and their impact on popular culture.

On this new episode of the Retroist Podcast, I talk all about the 1989 sci-fi buddy cop TV show, Alien Nation. This is an amazing show that exceeded the film and was canceled way too soon. Join me as a take a look back at this wonderful series.

On this new episode of the Retroist Podcast, I talk all about the 1988 sci-fi buddy cop classic, Alien Nation. This is a great film with relatable themes that led to a great TV series. I hope I can persuade you to check it out or rewatch it.

On this episode of the Retroist Podcast, I discuss the 1989 romantic comedy classic, When Harry Met Sally. This film is expertly constructed and worthy of your time. Hopefully by talking about it today, I can persuade you to check it out or revisit it.

On this episode of the Retroist Podcast I talk all about the Bill Murray Christmas classic, Scrooged. I enjoy this rough gem of a film and I hope I can convince you to rewatch or discover it for the first time.

On the newest episode of the Retroist Podcast, I talk all about “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.” It is a rare instance of a film and sequel both becoming holiday classics.

On this all new episode of the Retroist Podcast, I talk about the 1990 film classic, Home Alone. This movie was a massive runaway hit and I hope you enjoy taking a look at it with me.

Something Wicked This Way Comes is a film drenched in nostalgia. On today’s episode of the Retroist Podcast, I discuss this underrated and wildly entertaining Disney film.

Friday the 13th: The Series was a great TV show that was ahead of its time. On today's episode of the Retroist Podcast, I dive into this classic bit of TV horror, and hopefully I can convince you to revisit it or check it out for the first time.

On this episode of the Retroist Podcast, I take a look at the 1981 horror film, Ghost Story. With its amazing cast and talented director, Ghost Story hearkens back to the golden age of classic, spooky storytelling.

The Sega Dreamcast was an amazing console that should have cemented Sega as an ongoing player in the console wars, but sadly it failed. On this episode of the Retroist Podcast, I discuss the rise and too quick fall of this wonderful system.

K·B Toys was the premier mall toy store for decades, but sadly didn't survive. On this episode of the Retroist Podcast, I discuss the rise and fall of this storied purveyor of toys.

In the early 1980s, trivia mania swept across America. The cause? A board game from Canada that no one saw coming, Trivial Pursuit. On this episode of the Retroist Podcast, I look at the history of this long-running phenomenon.

Welcome to the 7th episode of the 15th season of the Retroist Podcast. Today’s episode is all about the toys from the seventies sci-fi classic, The Six Million Dollar Man. This episode was a surprise to me. I had recorded a section about toys during my Six Million Dollar Man podcast. When I listened back to it, I had two problems. So when I released the episode, I removed most of the discussion of toys outside my initial story and thought I would try to rerecord. This episode is the result of my efforts. It is slightly different from my standard podcast in that I mostly discuss the toys. So a little but more opinion and a lot more retro audio. I hoped you find it as fun to listening to it as I did putting it together. The show starts with a little discussion about something I content with as a collector, “what do we hold onto?” Then I move into the toys!

On this new episode of the Retroist Podcast, I talk all about this classic Seventies TV show, The Six Million Dollar Man. An amazing superhero show that was way ahead of its time. It was so successful that it spawned a 2nd series and lingered in movies after being canceled for a decade.

In 1985, the sci-fi comedy, Real Genius, hit theaters. Perhaps ahead of its time, its message made it a bit different from many other college-themed films that had come before it. While not a blockbuster, the film would develop a cult following and had a great run on cable TV and home video.