Retroist Retro Podcast
The Retroist
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.
Episodes
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Jan 13, 2023 • 30min
Retroist Podcast Episode 291 (Alien Nation)
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.
Dec 30, 2022 • 37min
Retroist Podcast Episode 290 (When Harry Met Sally)
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.
Dec 16, 2022 • 30min
Retroist Podcast Episode 289 (Scrooged)
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.
Dec 2, 2022 • 33min
Retroist Podcast Episode 288 (Home Alone 2: Lost in New York)
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.
Nov 18, 2022 • 36min
Retroist Podcast Episode 287 (Home Alone)
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.
Oct 31, 2022 • 39min
Retroist Podcast Episode 286 (Something Wicked This Way Comes)
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.
Oct 28, 2022 • 38min
Retroist Podcast Episode 285 (Friday the 13th: The Series)
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.
Oct 14, 2022 • 30min
Retroist Podcast Episode 284 (Ghost Story)
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.
Sep 30, 2022 • 33min
Retroist Podcast Episode 283 (Sega Dreamcast)
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.
Sep 16, 2022 • 33min
Retroist Podcast Episode 282 (K·B Toys)
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.
