Retroist Retro Podcast

Welcome to the Retroist Adam-12 Podcast. 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…

Welcome to the Retroist Amazing Stories Podcast. Amazing Stories was an anthology TV series that went way before it’s time. I talk about the idea behind the show, the talent behind the show (some guy named Spielberg), its amazing soundtrack and the show’s legacy. Then I throw in a few surprises here and there. The…

Welcome to the Retroist McDonaldland Memories Podcast. 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…

Welcome to the Retroist Lost Boys Podcast. On today’s show, I talk all about the 80s horror classic, The Lost Boys. I begin by talking about my experience with people in my hometown dressing like the people in this film. Then I move onto the film, I talk about the movies’ plot, production, the printed…

Welcome to the Retroist Pole Position Podcast. On today’s show, I talk all about the video game classic, Pole Position. I begin by talking about my first experience with the cockpit version of Pole Position and how it hypnotized me. Then I move onto the game itself. I talk about the game’s creation and success,…

Welcome to the Retroist Kolchak the Night Stalker Podcast. Due to technical difficulties last week, this week we have a rare Monday Retroist Podcast and on today’s show I talk all about the horror classic, Kolchak: The Night Stalker. I talk about the characters, the cast, the show’s writers and its influence on other shows.…

Welcome to the Retroist Star Wars Droids Podcast. On today’s show Artoo and I talk all about the 80s cartoon, Star Wars: Droids. While on my way to my interplanetary 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…

Welcome to The Retroist The Dark Crystal Podcast. On today’s show I talk all about the cult film, The Dark Crystal. I begin by talking about how a friend of mine did a dead on impersonation of a character from The Dark Crystal and how it can ruin a friendship. Then I talk about the…

Welcome to the Retroist Greatest American Hero Podcast. On today’s show, I talk all about the cult classic tv show, The Greatest American Hero. I talk about the plot, the characters the cast, and its successes and failures. We also talk about its success away from the main show, its attempt at a spin-off, the…

Welcome to the Retroist Outer Limits Podcast. On today’s show I talk all about the cult classic tv show, The Outer Limits. This show is legendary. I talk about the creation of the show and its constant comparisons to the Twilight Zone. Then I talk about its music, actors, writers and the show’s reboot in…

Welcome to the Retroist Sonic the Hedgehog Podcast. Sega fans unite! On today’s show I talk about the world-famous Sega mascot, Sonic the Hedgehog. This blue blaze has been near and dear to my heart since I got my first Sega console many years ago. Sonic was not their first attempt at a mascot. So…

Welcome to the Retroist ALF Podcast. On today’s show I talk all about the cult classic tv show, ALF. I begin by talking about how a nickname can be a terrible thing, especially when that nickname really bothers you. It is one to grow on! Then I move onto the show itself, I talk about…

Welcome to the Retroist Gummi Bears Podcast. Are you ready to bounce? Well you better because on today’s show I talk all about the smash Disney cartoon, The Adventures of the Gummi Bears. Which is one of Disney’s three best modern TV animation creations. I talk about the story, the cast, and its successes. Then…

Welcome to the Retroist Ghostbusters Podcast. On today’s show, I talk all about the smash comedy Ghostbusters. This movie was one of my favorites as a kid and I am happy to revisit it on the podcast. I talk about the story, the casting, and the films success and release. Then I move on and…

Welcome to the Retroist Atari Cosmos Podcast. In this episode I talk all about the almost forgotten Atari Cosmos. I talk about the people behind the system explore the technology and concepts behind what could have been the 1st generation holographic gaming system. I love Atari history and the Cosmos has always intrigued me. It…

Welcome to the Retroist The Neverending Story Podcast. This podcast made it to episode number 50? Who would have thought it, but here we are. This week I talk all about the hit movie The Neverending Story. I talk about the making of the movie, its cast, plot, characters, and it’s legacy. Subscribe and Support…

Welcome to the Retroist Happy Days Podcast. This week we talk all about the hit show Happy Days. I start off talking about when I was bit by the acting bug and my first appearance on stage. It does tie in with Happy Days so bear with me. Then I talk about Happy Days. I…

Welcome to the Retroist Thundarr the Barbarian Podcast. That is right, this week I talk all about the sword and sorcery cartoon Thundarr the Barbarian. First I talk about my protracted sword & sorcery phase and how it got me ready to watch Thundarr. Then I move onto the show and talk about its making,…

Welcome to the Retroist ET the Extra-Terrestrial Podcast. This week I talk all about the alien who stole our hearts, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. I talk about the making, the casting, its receptions, and much more. Then I jump out of the film and talk about E.T. products and sponsorship. AND of course, we touch on…

Welcome to the Retroist Max Headroom Podcast. This week I talk all about everyone’s favorite spokeshead Max Headroom. I start by talking about a memory I have of early computer animation and how I had way too high expectations of it in the 1980s. Then I talk about the mighty Max. I talk about his…

Welcome to the Retroist New Coke Podcast. This week I talk about the soft drink debacle of the mid-1980s, New Coke. I have mixed feelings about this era in history, so I am happy to get to discuss it. After sharing some New Coke memories, I talk about the reasoning behind the switch, the chief…

Welcome to the Retroist Asteroids Podcast. This week I talk about the video game classic, Asteroids. I kick things off by sharing a personal story about myself and Asteroids. Then I talk about the game’s development, its specs, its success and its various ports. I have a lot of great audio this week including the…

Welcome to the Retroist Fraggle Rock Podcast. This week I talk about the 1980s Jim Henson classic, Fraggle Rock. While I love the Muppets, their cave dwelling cousins also have a place in my heart. So I am very happy to finally get this show recorded. I talk about the show’s concepts, its characters, the…

Welcome to the Retroist Vectrex Podcast. This week we talk about the 1980s all-in-one console, The Vectrex. I start off by discussing the magic that retro gaming can bring to the modern office and then I move into information about this venerable system. I talk about its development, the hardware, the games and of course…

Welcome to the Retroist Tales of the Gold Monkey Podcast. This week on the show, I talk about what should have been a smash TV show, “Tales of the Gold Monkey.” After telling you a story about the show, I moved onto the facts. I talk about the development, the plot, the cast and its…

Welcome to the Retroist Jaws Podcast. This week I talk about the book and the film Jaws. It is one of my favorite films and I cover a lot of great stuff. I talk about the production of the film, its cast, the differences between the book and the movie, and much more.

Welcome to the Retroist Christmas Commercials Podcast. 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. Instead of covering one subject, I focus on holiday…

Welcome to the Retroist A Christmas Story Podcast. You’ll shoot your eye out kid! On today’s show I talk about a slightly more modern holiday classic, “A Christmas Story“. This is a movie that is very dear to many people, so I am happy I finally get to talk about it. I talk about the…

Welcome to the Retroist Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Podcast. Christmas comes a little earlier to the Retroist and we love it. On today’s show I talk about the Rankin/Bass classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. This is one of my favorite holiday specials, so I was very excited about this episode. I talk about the history…

I do try and listen to your feedback. So I am happy to finally present the Retroist Intellivision Podcast! On this week’s show I talk about the often overshadowed video game console, The Intellivision. I discuss the history of the game, the hardware, the addons and the software. Of course, I also touch upon the…

Welcome to the Retroist Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Podcast. This week’s podcast is a little early and is all about the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade I talk about the history of the parades, its broadcast and of course the various balloons that we see every year. We have a nice treat this week. We have…

Welcome to the Retroist Dungeons & Dragons Podcast. I begin by talking about one of my earlier experiences with the game. Then I talk about the creation of D&D. How it moved from supplement to game. How it grew HUGE and the various iterations over the years. I bring up the TV shows, movies, video…

Welcome to the Retroist Pitfall Podcast. Which is aptly 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. I start off the show sharing some my memories of Pitfall! Then I share some facts. I talk about its creator,…

Welcome to the Retroist Magnum PI Podcast. Today’s show about that quintessential 1980s detective show, Magnum P.I. I begin by talking about how I enjoyed the show as a kid and then move onto the show itself. I talk about the shows creation, the actors and characters, and the future of the Magnum character. This…

Welcome to the Retroist Halloween Special Podcast. 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…

Welcome to the Retroist Halloween Podcast, by “Halloween”, I am of course referring to the John Carpenter classic, “Halloween”. This is one of my favorite horror films. It is the perfect film to watch during the Halloween season. After I tell you a little story about my experience with the film, I talk about the…

Welcome to the Retroist It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown Podcast. On this week’s show I talk about the Halloween TV classic, It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. I discuss the creator of the Peanuts, Charles Schultz. Then I explore the origin of animated Peanuts and trace the trajectory of the special, including it references in…

Welcome to the Retroist A Nightmare on Elm Street Podcast. On this week’s show I talk about the amazing 80s horror film, A Nightmare on Elm Street. I talk about the movie’s creator, Wes Craven and how he came up with the idea for Freddy and the Nightmare concept, the production, the stars, its jump…

Welcome to the Retroist Night Gallery Podcast. This week, I will be covering the Twilight Zone’s oft-overlooked younger brother, Night Gallery. I talk about the shows creator, Rod Serling, the controversies around the show’s production and syndication, the music and the show’s ever-changing format. Great news list fans, metagirl is back with a great new…

Welcome to the Retroist Monopoly Podcast. On today’s show I talk about the board game classic, Monopoly. I start off talking about one my more memorable nights of Monopoly play and how it turned into an evening of nightmares. Then I move onto the history of the game. I also talk about its convoluted development…

Welcome to the Retroist Space Invaders Podcast. On this week’s show, I talk about the late 70’s Arcade Classic Space Invaders. I start off talking about the first time I saw a Space Invaders arcade machine at the Jersey Shore. Then I talk about the company that built it, Taito. The game’s influences and it’s…

Welcome to the Retroist V Podcast. On this week’s show I start off by talking about how my Grandmother instilled in me a love for TV mini-series, then I move onto the subject of the podcast, “V”. I talk about how the series was conceived, its massive success and its many many influences. List fans…

Welcome to the Retroist Donkey Kong Podcast. Well, I finally did it. Here is a podcast about the legendary video game classic, Donkey Kong. On today’s show I start off talking about how while I was playing Donkey Kong, someone lit me on fire. After recalling that trauma and singing the praises of my sister…

Welcome to the Retroist Knight Rider Podcast. On today’s show I start by talking about how I thought that the height of automobile technology had finally arrived in the 1980s when my friend’s family got a talking car. Then I talk about the TV show Knight Rider. I talk about the cast, creator, characters, its…

Welcome to the Retroist Mr. Belvedere Podcast. Today’s show is about the 1980’s television classic, Mr. Belvedere. After relating a little about my experience with Belvedere, I get into the facts. I talk about the origin of the Belvedere character. His transition from book to movie to television. I also talk about some of the…

Welcome to the Retroist Friday the 13th Podcast. Today’s show is about the 1980s horror classic, Friday the 13th. I start off talking about how I missed out on my only summer camp experience because of a very protective Mother. A decision I am sure saved me from certain death at the hands of Jason…

Welcome to the Retroist Sega Master System Podcast. Today’s show is about the often overlooked console, the Sega Master System. The show starts with me talking about my experiences with the system. Then we get into the system itself. I talk about the evolution of the system, its struggles, its triumphs and of course the…

Welcome to the Retroist Retroist WarGames Podcast. On today’s show I start off by talking about how lucky I feel to have had early computer influences in my life. Computer got me through my formative years and have served me well as an adult. Then I move onto a film that I found very influential,…

Welcome to the Retroist A-Team Podcast. Today’s show is about that staple action show from the mid-1980s, The A-Team. I start off talking about how I was the unlikely Mr. T of my group of friends’ pretend A-Team. Then I talk about the creation of the show, the shows characters, the upcoming movie, and much…

Welcome to the Retroist Gremlins Podcast. Today’s show is about the 1980s film classic, “Gremlins”. I start off talking about how terrifying seeing Gremlins was to me, but how it also became a great gateway horror film. Then I discuss the origin and history of the gremlin. How the movie got created. Its far-reaching effect…