Retrospection

Retrospection

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Retrospection episodes

  • 176. The Big O

    In this episode we're mixing a Martini and taking a bubble bath as we reload our pistols on The Silencers from 1966, the first of the Matt Helm films starring Dean Martin. Along the way Paul wonders if he's ever been hip (answers on a postcard),  Colin gets down with The Return of Bruno, and we both wonder what the soundtrack of our lives would be.

    56 min
  • 175. Space Chase

    There’s more than the usual two muppets this time as we venture out with the Henson created, Farscape (1999-2003). Along the way Paul becomes obsessed with probes, Colin considers his life choices and they both talk beards and being an evil genius.

    40 min
  • 174. Ball and Bottom

    We’re taking the law into our own hands as we creep up on The Boys in Blue from 1983. The only cinematic outing for the UK comedy duo Cannon and Ball. 

    Along the way paul reveals his car wash fantasy, Colin goes on an 80s holiday, and we both about British double acts.

    52 min
  • 173. Comin’ Clean

    This time we’re grabbing our chamois leathers and getting all sudsy with the British comedy box office hit, Confessions of a Window Cleaner (1974). Along the way Paul gets flexible with Yoga, Colin smutometer goes crazy, and we both get fashionable with that 70s look 

    1 hr 13 min
  • 172. Battle Cry!

    While Colin is busy reprising his Liberace tribute act, Paul is joined by Jay and Beth to take a critical blade to the world of Xena (1995-2001).


    Along the way Beth questions the bravery of a small child (not Paul),  Jay demands a small ransom for his work, and Paul reveals where he hides his bananas.

    1 hr
  • 171. The Human-odds

    In this episode we’re spacing out with the Italian scifi adventure of, The Humanoid (1979). Along the way, Paul develops a new drinking game, Colin plays the 70s Rock band name game, and we both go crazy for dusty bin.

    1 hr 12 min
  • 170. Time Benders

    It’s a short episode, but feels like forever because time has no meaning as we look at the cult UK show, Sapphire and Steel (1979-82). Along the way Paul gets impressed by sounds, Colin has a Lumley epiphany, and we both discuss the exciting prospect of underpants merchandise.

    34 min
  • 169. Cannon Kicks

    In this episode we’re dropping some kicks and not pulling our punches as we do battle with, Enter the Ninja (1981). Along the way, Paul reveals his special cream, Colin workshops some new catchphrases, and they both get lost in mime.

    1 hr 3 min
  • 168. Web Heads

    In this episode Jay and Paul are swinging their way through Spider-Man (1977). Jay brings his tingly spidey facts, Paul loves the 70s vibes, and we both get nerdy on our favorite Spider-Man costumes.

    57 min
  • 167. Fire at Will

    In this episode we’re exploring the galaxy with the Star Trek: The Next Generation double episode, The Best of Both Worlds. Along the way Paul reveals his retirement plans, Jay questions Wesley’s existence and we both put in a call to Starfleet HR. 

    1 hr 1 min

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An irreverent glance at the film and TV of yesterday. Does the entertainment of our youth still hold up today, or have we changed too much? Two old friends, Paul and Colin, laugh, argue, criticize and…