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This week in Roly’s Retro Room, we dive headfirst into the wonderfully weird world of Beakman's World — the messy lab coats, Lester the Rat, and the chaotic 90s science energy that somehow actually taught us stuff.

Then we rip open some serious nostalgia with 90s X-Men trading cards — holographics, power levels, and the absolute chokehold those cards had on every kid with a plastic sleeve binder. Were you keeping them mint… or trading them away at recess?

For our movie spotlight, we revisit Bedazzled, starring Brendan Fraser and Elizabeth Hurley — a deal-with-the-devil comedy that perfectly captures early 2000s vibes.

Plus two mini-segments you didn’t know you needed: • Why did kids used to BITE into Nerf balls?!
• The ultimate debate: What goes first… milk or cereal?

It’s random. It’s nostalgic. It’s slightly unhinged. Just how we like it.

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In this episode of the Retro Room, we dive into The Evolution of the Man Cave — from unforgettable 80s and 90s basement setups with tube TVs and tangled controller cords to today’s fully customized retro rooms packed with arcade cabinets, collectibles, and pure nostalgia.
Special guest DMAC from DMACGames joins us to share how he built his incredible retro room, what inspired his collection, and how his love for retro gaming has motivated others in the community to create their own dream spaces.
We also lace up for a classic 90s debate: Rollerblades vs. Quads — which one truly defined the decade? And we take a throwback deep dive into the 90s extreme sports cult favorite Airborne, breaking down why it still resonates with fans of skating culture and underdog stories.
If you love retro gaming, nostalgia, man caves, and collector culture, this episode is for you. We end the episode with some Awesome nostalgic memes!

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This week in Roly’s Retro Room, we’re cranking the nostalgia dial back to 1996 📼🏀
We kick things off with the legendary little black illegal cable box — the pre-streaming era’s most forbidden flex. If you know, you KNOW. Then we lace up our sneakers and head to the court with Space Jam (1996), breaking down the movie that fused Michael Jordan, the Looney Tunes, and peak ’90s pop culture into one unforgettable classic.
To wrap it all up, we take a full year-in-review of 1996, revisiting the movies, music, TV, toys, and moments that defined the year and shaped an entire generation. From pop culture highs to pure nostalgia overload, this episode is a love letter to one of the most iconic years of the ’90s.
If you grew up in the era of VHS tapes, Saturday morning cartoons, and dial-up internet — this one’s for you.
🎧 Press play and step back into 1996.

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This episode is a full-on nostalgia blast straight from the 80s and 90s! We’re breaking down the iconic kids TV dinner trays, the legendary 90s Trapper Keepers every kid wanted, and counting down the Top 10 wild rumors that ruled playgrounds, schools, and sleepovers in the 90s. From cafeteria classics to school-hall flexes and myths we all believed, this episode is packed with throwback vibes, laughs, and memories you forgot you had. If you grew up in the golden era of kids TV, school lunches, and pre-internet rumors — this episode is a must-listen.

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In this episode of Roly’s Retro Room, we rewind back to the 1990s to talk about the glory days of home phones — long cords stretched across the house, waiting for calls, and using *69, *67, and caller ID like it was advanced technology. If you remember racing to pick up the phone or hiding in another room for privacy, this episode will hit home.
We also lace up and revisit The Mighty Ducks trilogy, breaking down why those movies became a staple of 90s pop culture and still hold up today.
Plus, we dive into how AT&T surprisingly predicted future technology back in 1993, and how close those predictions were to the tech we use every day now.
If you love 90s nostalgia, retro tech, classic movies, and pop culture memories, this episode is for you.
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🎄 Christmas in the 90s just hit different.

In this episode of Roly’s Retro Room, we rewind back to the 1990s to talk about what made Christmas so unforgettable. From iconic 90s Christmas movies like Home Alone, Jingle All The Way, and The Nightmare Before Christmas, to the must-have toys of the decade like SNES, Tamagotchi, and Power Rangers, this episode is packed with holiday nostalgia.

We also dive into the Christmas vibes of the 90s — packed shopping malls, epic wish lists, and the excitement of Christmas morning when video games and action figures ruled the season.

If you grew up in the 90s or just love retro pop culture, this episode is a cozy throwback you won’t want to miss.

🎁 In this episode:

Classic 90s Christmas movies

Top Christmas toys of the 1990s

90s holiday mall culture & vibes

Why 90s Christmas still feels special


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In this episode of Roly’s Retro Room, we’re jumping back into the 90s and reliving some of the most iconic parts of our childhood. We’re breaking down the D.A.R.E. program, remembering the school computer games every kid played (The Oregon Trail, Number/Word Cruncher, and The Magic School bus), and talking about some of our favorite 90s toys Mighty Max/Polly Pocket, Stretch Armstrong and Skip-it. Heavy 90s Vibes in this one!

It’s a fun, laid-back conversation filled with memories, stories, and plenty of nostalgia. Whether you grew up in the 80s or 90s—or just love retro culture—you’ll feel right at home.

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This week we’re diving into three classic pieces of nostalgia:

🎮 Tiger Handheld Games – Remember those little plastic handhelds we used to bring to school and play under our desks? We look back at these portable games and remember some of our Favorites.

😂 Favorite Eddie Murphy Movies – With the New  "Being Eddie" special coming out on Netflix we' thought we'd check out some of our favorite movies from Eddie Murphy, From Beverly Hills Cop to Coming to America to Bowfinger, we break down our personal favorites and why Eddie dominated the 80s and 90s.

💈 80s & 90s Rat Tail Haircuts – The iconic rat tail… were you cool enough to rock one? We talk about how this hairstyle took over schools, cartoons, and backyard photos everywhere.

If you grew up in the retro era or just love classic pop culture, this episode is packed with memories, laughs, and nostalgia. Grab your Hi-C Ecto Cooler and hang out with us!

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In this episode of Roly’s Retro Room, we’re diving into some wild news! Halo is really coming to the PS5? We watch the trailer and talk about the good old Lan party days on Xbox. We also talk about what’s next for Scream 7 — is it going back to its roots? Plus, we break down the long wait for Mortal Kombat 2 and what’s taking so long!

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In this special Halloween episode, we’re diving into the best nostalgic chills and thrills, including:

•Classic Tales from the Crypt memories
•Iconic 90s TV show Halloween specials (The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror, Family Matters, Fresh Prince, and more!)
•Vintage 80s/90s Halloween commercials that made October magic

If you grew up loving VHS horror nights, Saturday morning cartoons, and trick-or-treat nostalgia, this one’s for you.

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