Merry Christmas Listeners! It's our inaugural Christmas Episode. For Episode 8, Ken and Chad throw the usual format out the window. In this episode, the guys discuss many different Holiday related topics including Battles like "A Christmas Story" vs "National Lampoons Christmas Vacation", Christmas Eve vs Christmas Day. They also reflect on their best Christmas Gifts they ever got, and talk about past and current holiday traditions. They also list their must-watch Christmas movies that must be watched each season, Ken remembers the Rankin Bass special "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer" as it turns 60 years old, the guys go head to head in the first game played on the podcast, Retro Resurgence Jeopardy - Christmas edition, and lastly, Chad surprises Ken with a little impromptu moment live on the air.

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RR Listeners - Happy December! Episode 7 rolls right along. For our icebreaker, we're talking Christmas Songs - our favorites, and also the most annoying!

17:02 | Main Topic: Emmet Otter's Jug Band Christmas

One of Ken's favorite Christmas memories growing up - Ken gives his take and thoughts on this Jim Henson Christmas Special, and Chad chimes in with his thoughts as someone who just recently watched it for the first time.

IMDB Link: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0075988/

Also in the episode, we feature our recurring segments:

36:32 | Ken’s Toy Retrospective

     Starting Lineup Sports Figurines - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Starting_Lineup_(toy_line)
     Something New : Street Fighter - Zangief from Storm Collectibles- https://www.toyark.com/2024/11/22/street-fighter-6-storm-collectibles-zangief-figure-551112
     Recent Purchase : Transformers X GI Joe Autobot Kup Triple T - https://www.hasbropulse.com/product/transformers-collaborative-gi-joe-x-transformers-autobot-kup-triple-t/F99415L00
     e-Bay Wish List : Emmet Otter Jug Band Christmas 45 Anniversary 2 Pack Figures (Ma & Emmet) - https://muppet.fandom.com/wiki/Emmet_Otter%27s_Jug-Band_Christmas_action_figures

53:13 | Chad’s Pop Culture Moment - 35 Years of the Animated Sitcom - The Simpsons!

1:04:32 | In Memoriam - Game Show Host Chuck Woolery

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Happy Thanksgiving Listeners. Episode 6 is "stuffed" full of goodness - a wide sampling of various bits and pieces of nostalgia - I guess you can say it's just like a traditional Thanksgiving meal! The guys discuss their favorite scenes from a Thanksgiving classic flick - Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, starring Steve Martin and John Candy. We end the icebreaker topic with a brief discussion of our favorite Turkey Day Side Dishes.

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles - https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0093748/

14:11 | Main Topic: Top 5 WWF PPVs of the 80's and 90's

For the "Turkey" of this Episode, the guys discuss WWF Classic Pay-Per-Views. Ken discusses the 80's PPV's, while Chad takes the 90's PPV's. We dissect and discuss these shows in great depth and mention why we love the ones we chose.

Also in the episode, we feature our recurring segments:

1:16:12 | Ken’s Toy Retrospective

     A Retrospective Look at Tiger Electronics - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tiger_Electronics
     Something New : Terminator 2 Hot Toys T-1000 Version 2.0 - https://www.toyark.com/2024/10/30/terminator-2-hot-toys-t-1000-version-2-0-549648
     Recent Purchase : WWE Retro Action Figures & Wrestlemania Ring - https://creations.mattel.com/pages/wwe-retro-action-figure-4-pack-bundle-wrestlemania-retro-ring?srsltid=AfmBOopY9WuURKogFMNSxc94ciw1snUbFAo-AvHxGd6sb8ngbHmAvrZq
     e-Bay Wish List : Del Griffith & Neal Page 2-Pack Funko Pop! from P,T & A - https://funko.com/pop-neal-page-del-griffith-2-pack/80921.html

1:34:54 | Chad’s Pop Culture Moment - 90 Years of Detroit Lions Thanksgiving Day Football

1:46:47 | In Memoriam - We remember USA Gymnastic Coach Béla Károlyi

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Happy November Listeners. Episode 5 of The Retro Resurgence Podcast rolls along. After a brief discussion of how Halloween 2024 went for Ken and Chad, the show gets going.

04:48| The guys discuss Cartoon Campaign 2000 on the Cartoon Network channel, which was a special ad campaign to elect a cartoon president that ran from January to March of 2000 and make their picks on who they would choose to run the country.
     LINK: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=cartoon+campaign+2000

16:54 | Main Topic: Top 5 Breakfast Cereals

Ken & Chad discuss their favorite cereals counting down from #5 to #1 and give a little history on each cereal and their memories about it.

Also in the episode, we feature our recurring segments:

42:46 | Ken’s Toy Retrospective

     WWF Maximum Sweat Action Figs from Jakks Pacific - https://prowrestling.fandom.com/wiki/WWF_Maximum_Sweat
     Transformers Collaborative Star Wars: The Mandalorian N-1 Starfighter - https://www.hasbropulse.com/product/transformers-collaborative-star-wars-the-mandalorian%E2%84%A2-n1-starfighter/G00985L00?srsltid=AfmBOoptDI4CK8YO5oI0L_6CBY7ieO7X21mB_nM53oflZm0UWgzWwXZy
     Funko Batman: Arkham Asylum Bane Vinyl Figure GameStop Exclusive https://www.gamestop.com/collectibles/funko/pop/products/funko-pop-super--batman-arkham-asylum-bane-6.15-in-glow-in-the-dark-vinyl-figure-gamestop-exclusive/20010732.html
     Funko Pop! Fear Gas Batman - https://funko.com/pop-fear-gas-batman/81866.html
     eBay Wish List Item - 1987 Bumbling Boxing from Tomy - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/123735/bumbling-boxing

55:38 | Chad’s Pop Culture Moment - The 23rd Anniversary of the release of the original Microsoft Xbox Gaming Console

1:06:20 | In Memoriam - Looking back on the life and career of music producer Quincy Jones.

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A Very Special Announcement from Ken and Chad - hosts of the Retro Resurgence Podcast!

Website: theretroresurgence.com

On this BONUS Edition of The Retro Resurgence Podcast, we have an extended IN MEMORIAM segment dedicated to the memory of Jason Gross, who passed away 1 Year Ago. Jason was a pillar of the retro community and was involved in many podcasts and blogs that focus on nostalgia and retro content.

We sit down with his brother, Wyatt Bloom, to discuss memories of Jason and we raise a toast to him on this very special episode of THE RETRO RESURGENCE PODCAST.

Cybertronics Spree Performing a Special Tribute to Jason's Memory at RetroCon 2024
https://youtu.be/4buddsk0c7c?si=owUonjSmpYkz6jAC&t=5935

Jason's Websites:
Rediscoverthe80s.com
AgentsofMASK.com

Jason's Podcasts
The TRN Time Machine Podcast featuring Mickey: https://trntimemachine.transistor.fm/

Rediscover the 80s Podcast featuring Wyatt: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rediscover-the-80s/id909363660

Memory Jogger Podcast featuring Wyatt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cqJUOsh3mvw&list=PLSHOOlwIuJjoK2BM-uL4K51BbUFvq6W2n

Greatest Lists Podcast featuring Eric Vardemann: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/greatest-lists/id1613076320

Rental Return: Tales from the Video Store featuring Adam Pope: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rental-return-tales-from-the-video-store/id1547177536

MASKast featuring Wyatt: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maskast/id910168667

Thrift Store Horde Season 1 Featuring Adam and Kevin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzv5-j3gxFo&list=PLHbty-Q66TBNrporqhh_L8hHDfAZ9abx0&pp=iAQB

Thrift Store Horde Season 2 Featuring Adam and Kevin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1KSBBIMWvys&list=PLHbty-Q66TBNMbEadwGIh79RC3pO1XnO_&pp=iAQB

Thrift Store Horde Season 3 Featuring Adam and Kevin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9AYEdrrXic&list=PLHbty-Q66TBMPL3hT_-HAYA2ax_d2y-mM&pp=iAQB

Jay Plays Season 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KWxDNZiAH6A&list=PLHbty-Q66TBOaZELULMeNwaLKDNC0DMrS&pp=iAQB

Jay Plays Season 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACI4-oZoNIg&list=PLHbty-Q66TBOZFQGVO0q9Sh7tARF1AnkE&pp=iAQB

Wax Pack Flashback: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FijjYegLF5Y&list=PLHbty-Q66TBPoRFySKsb0qtpw0SPXf2xC&pp=iAQB

Cuckoo Bird Reviews featuring Gigi Gross: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjUOqSOQEsI&list=PLSHOOlwIuJjoeKct39BWLuBqE5P9sqHSN&pp=iAQB

Collectors Corner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m88VdhszqjE&list=PLSHOOlwIuJjpSz2IBqci8F1ISbWrxwRsC&pp=iAQB

Episode 4 of The Retro Resurgence Podcast is here. We celebrate another podcast first - Wyatt Bloom is our special guest for this episode. He's a friend in the niche Retro community that Ken and Chad are a part of.

05:12| The guys discuss Favorite Monster Cereals to get into the Halloween Spirit. 

10:25 | Main Topic: Favorite Board Games

Ken, Chad, & Wyatt go 'round the table to discuss 3 childhood board games each- along with a few honorable mentions.

Also in the episode, we feature our recurring segments:

54:00 | Wyatt's RRR Interview (Retro Resurgence Resume)

1:07:24 | Ken’s Toy Retrospective

     Burger King's Universal Monsters Figures from 1997 - Dino Drac Article https://dinosaurdracula.com/blog/bk-monsters-1997/

     Beetlejuice (Original Movie) Figure coming in July 2025 - https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/product/variationdetails/292965?srsltid=AfmBOoq28FTW7fFJR8XNw5sGrVd_LH7arUWAInhuYL2JGNY6Xlmjqtxy

     Marvel Legends Spider Man: Retro Collection Jack O'Lantern - https://www.actionfigure411.com/marvel/marvel-legends-spider-man-retro-collection-jack-olantern-retro-7467.php

     Marvel Legends Spider Man: Retro Collection Hallows' Eve - https://www.actionfigure411.com/marvel/marvel-legends-spider-man-retro-collection-hallows-eve-retro-7481.php
     
     I Vant to Bite Your Finger - https://youtu.be/P9QMEto4mZs?si=3EI7rCCXbxdmRGTd

1:17:03 | Chad’s Pop Culture Moment - The 46th Anniversary of the movie Halloween (1978) released in theaters.

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Episode 3 of The Retro Resurgence Podcast is here. A lengthy episode, but we hope you'll enjoy all the retro content.

06:30 | Ken and Chad have recently watched the Mr. McMahon Netflix documentary and offer their thoughts on the 6 episode series. 

13:38 | Main Topic: Favorite Horror Movies by Decade

Ken and Chad discuss their picks, starting with the 1970's and going all the way through the 2010's.

Also in the episode, we feature our recurring segments:

1:00:29 | Ken’s Toy Retrospective

1987 Tonka Super Naturals Commercial
https://youtu.be/bYlvdyBVc_g

Ben Cooper Costume Series 3 6-Inch Clothed Figures Set of 4
https://www.entertainmentearth.com/product/ben-cooper-costume-series-3-6inch-clothed-figures-set-of-4/nc43164aa?srsltid=AfmBOop724Dah0BFGeGSxXWSGxVY5xPJfRpPFHMQNr2WdOSgJASLViyR

Studio Series Concept Art - Megatron
https://bwtf.com/toyreviews/generations/studioseries/concept-art-megatron

Vintage Ben Cooper Star Wars Lord Darth Vader Halloween Costume & Mask
https://www.ebay.com/itm/156385604987?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=eA9JhhtvQRi&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=XPFmtXN4QcO&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

1976 NFL Lunchbox
https://www.ebay.com/itm/126671242371?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=VUnWLg8uSuG&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=XPFmtXN4QcO&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

1:12:59 |Chad’s Pop Culture Moment going back to 1975, 49th Anniversary of Saturday Night Live

1:21:08 | Chad's RRR Interview (Retro Resurgence Resume) 

1:34:38 | In Memoriam - A Toast to Dikembe Mutombo.

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Episode 2 of The Retro Resurgence Podcast rolls on, Ken and Chad jump into one piece of listener feedback.

4:47 | Icebreaker - "Back to School" starring Rodney Dangerfield

  - Professor Terguson (https://youtu.be/k9DO26O6dIg?si=JFlMIMWdMpptct6W)

  - Oingo Boingo Party (https://youtu.be/VCZy-U0_1X8?si=YkTzxPrk_bY0Fe2p)

  - The Triple Lindy Scene (https://youtu.be/4VDry9fy8UE?si=tru5UBHNTMRggkM4)

11:43 | Mount Rushmore of 80s/90s Football Movies

We discuss our picks, some facts about the films, and our personal memories of our choices and decide on a Top 4!

44:28 | Ken’s Toy Retrospective

  - Batwing (from the Batman Animated Series) by MacFarlane (https://mcfarlane.com/toys/batwing-btas/)

  - Transformers Studio Series Optimus Prime 7" Action Figure (https://www.hasbropulse.com/product/transformers-studio-series-commander-class-the-transformers-the-movie-8631-optimus-prime/F85145L00?srsltid=AfmBOoogZo4QFiaPiy0i87F2i0Ea6I5e_cVfr4xA0GBdIxEUypx4AbLs)

  - MOTU Prince Adam & Cringer Action Figures 2 Pack (https://shop.mattel.com/products/masters-of-the-universe-origins-prince-adam-and-cringer-hth30)

50:56 | Chad’s Pop Culture Moment - 26th Anniversary of Mark McGuire's 69th and 70th Home Runs in the Record Setting Baseball Season of 1998.

1:00:32 | RRR Interview - Ken Answers 4 Retro-Themed Questions

  Don Music (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Er_dDJDAPU0&list=PL80PCxqrJpJlwvys5o5OyvrebPK2uy_cj)

1:10:50 | In Memoriam - A Toast to James Earl Jones

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For the DEBUT EPISODE of The Retro Resurgence Podcast, Ken and Chad introduce themselves and briefly discuss the origins of the podcast before jumping into the show’s main topic

10:30 - Top 5 Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) Games

We start with our honorable mentions, and then name our picks from #5 to #1.

1:01:05 | Ken’s Toy Picks
  - MCFARLANE Batman Forever Glow-In-The-Dark Batmobile with Alfred

- Arkham Asylum Glow-In-The-Dark Bane FUNKO Pop 

- HOT TOYS Kidpool

1:07:09 | Ken’s eBay Purchases
  - 1982 E.T. Shrinky Dinks
  - Batman ‘89 Taco Bell Cups (Set of 4)

1:10:11 | Chad’s Pop Culture Moment - 39th Anniversary of Super Mario Brothers

1:16:10 | In Memoriam - A Toast to Psycho Sid Eudy, Sid Vicious, Sid Justice

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