Best Retro Blast Podcasts (2024)

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A Short Hike + Cameltry 1:43:13

1h ago1:43:13

1:43:13

Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank 2019's most cozy adventure. Then stick around, because LATE SUMMER & EARLY AUTUMN OF ARCADE continues with Cameltry! This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be FROG DETECTIVE — a cute, comedic animal adventure! Donate at Patreon to get this bonus content and much, much more! Follow the show on Blue…

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Episode 102 - Command & Conquer 1:35:20

4h ago1:35:20

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It's time to get strategic as we tackle the real-time strategy classic, Command & Conquer! Learn how the game was made, discover why a sci-fi novel from the 1960s directly contributed to the eventual creation of the game, and listen in as we determine whether it's still worth your time to micromanage a crew of dedicated soldiers on a futuristic bat…

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Twinkle Star Sprites + Deep Fear 1:54:22

5d ago1:54:22

1:54:22

LATE SUMMER & EARLY AUTUMN OF ARCADE BUILDS MOMENTUM! Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank a cult favorite Neo Geo shoot-em-up and a pretty wild survival horror game for the Saturn! This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be ZERO TOLERANCE — a truly unique first person shooter for the Mega Drive/Genesis! Donate at Patreon to get this …

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Season 4 Ep 59 56:01

5d ago56:01

56:01

It's another awesome episode of The 80s Revolution with Teresa Garrett!By Teresa Garrett

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Episode 58: Filthy Casual 1:15:14

1d ago1:15:14

1:15:14

GameAgentET and The Six Button Samurai are feeling those dog days of late summer, with a very slow news cycle in gaming, but there's been some interesting things to celebrate, like a new SuperFX chip 3 being utilized in a new physical cartridge offering of DOOM on SNES, and some very positive news about Tango Gameworks being acquired by a Korean pu…

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Episode 101 - Battletoads 1:14:02

4d ago1:14:02

1:14:02

What do you get when you take some of the most diverse gameplay mechanics to ever exist in an 8-bit title, sprinkle it with some product merchandising wishful thinking, and turn the difficulty up to 11? The answer to that question is Battletoads, one of the more famous, and some would say infamous, games ever released for the Nintendo Entertainment…

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Season 4 Ep 58 56:18

2h ago56:18

56:18

Welcome to another edition of The 80's Revolution! Let me take you back with great music from Huey Lewis and The News, Cher, Phil collins, and many more. follow me on social media: FB, IG, and TT email your requests to: theeightiesrevolution@gmail.comBy Teresa Garrett

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Pepsiman + Devil World 1:45:24

2h ago1:45:24

1:45:24

Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank the cult classic PS1 advert-game about the man who spreads awareness of Pepsi. Then stick around, because our SUMMER ARCADE FEATURE continues with Konami's otherworldly Gauntlet clone! This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be OPERATION WOLF — Taito's hit arcade light gun game about one of those a…

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Episode 100 - Ranking the Pantheon (Year 2) 1:15:07

2h ago1:15:07

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Join me as we celebrate our two year anniversary of the podcast, with a definitive, at least as of today, ranking of our top 10 Pantheon entries from the past year! It's been a heck of a year, and I've loved making this podcast - I can't wait to see what the future has in store! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming Today? Sign u…

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Season 4 Episode 57 53:03

14d ago53:03

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Welcome back 80's fans! Music this week from Bobby Brown, David Lee Roth, Guns N Roses, and so many more! Follow Teresa Garrett on social media and e-mail theeightiesrevolution@gmail.comBy Teresa Garrett

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Episode 57: Catching Them All With RRN's 2024 Pokémon GO World Championships Contender, Allijah 'Motiks' Motika 1:10:05

14d ago1:10:05

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Our guest today, Allijah Motika, is a competitive Pokémon GO! player who has earned a spot in the 2024 Pokémon GO World Championships, taking place in Honolulu, HI August 16-18. He’s also a fellow podcaster on the Ruminations Radio Network, as he co-hosted 25 Yards Later Fantasy Football. Join The Six-Button Samurai and @GameAgentET (OGiH) as we ta…

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Virtual-On: Oratorio Tangram + Donut County 2:11:51

2h ago2:11:51

2:11:51

LATE SUMMER AND EARLY AUTUMN OF ARCADE CANNOT BE STOPPED! Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank Sega's 1998 arcade mech battler. Then stick around for Ben Esposito's 2018 indie hit! This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be WACKY RACES — one of those licensed NES cash-grabs that licensed the wrong license, perhaps! Donate at Patreon t…

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Episode 99 - Serious Sam: The First Encounter 1:14:39

10d ago1:14:39

1:14:39

Join me as we boomer shooter our way through endless hordes of alien beings, as we discuss Serious Sam: The First Encounter. Learn about the founding of its creator, Croteam, discover what inspired that group of developers to create Serious Sam, and listen in as we discuss whether it's still worth your time to mow down a ton of bad guys inhabiting …

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Ghosts 'n Goblins + Blast Corps 1:47:12

7d ago1:47:12

1:47:12

LATE SUMMER AND EARLY AUTUMN OF ARCADE CONTINUES! Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank Capcom's spooky, tough-as-nails platformer, and chase it with Rare's last-minute city-demolition classic. This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be KIRBY'S DREAM LAND — the still surprisingly good original Kirby game! Donate at Patreon to get this …

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season 4 ep 56 56:55

30d ago56:55

56:55

Let Teresa G take you back to the 80's. The decade of neon, scrunchies, and hairspray. This week's episode features music by Robert Palmer, Young MC, Cyndi Lauper, and many more.By Teresa Garrett

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Season 4 ep 55 56:01

30d ago56:01

56:01

It's another romp through the 1980's with Teresa Garrett! Enjoy music from Janet Jackson, Bob Seger, Kenny Loggins, and many more. Follow Teresa on social media and e-mail theeightiesrevolution@gmail.comBy Teresa Garrett

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Episode 98 - Loadstar: The Legend of Tully Bodine 1:10:30

8d ago1:10:30

1:10:30

Join me on an intergalactic adventure transporting...camels, as we dive into the FMV on-rails shooter, Loadstar: The Legend of Tully Bodine! Learn how the game was made, discover what modern mega billionaire contributed to its development, and listen in as we determine whether it's worth your time to fight the law and blast off into space with a tr…

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Star Fox 64 1:29:44

18d ago1:29:44

1:29:44

Star Fox 64 is a title that deserves every bit of the praise it gets. Not only is it one of the most underrated and best games for the Nintendo 64, but it's also one of the greatest games ever made. There's so much to discuss about this one, and some really fun stories to share. Check your G-Diffuser system, DO A BARREL ROLL, and join us for a cozy…

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Episode 56: Ridge Racer vs. Pac-Man and the Less-Is-More Games That Truly Satisfy 1:09:41

26d ago1:09:41

1:09:41

GameAgenstET and The Six Button Samurai dive into a philosophical discussion about the games that move us, and how in an age of weighing games by follow-up DLC support or how long a game takes to complete, a key aspect of what makes a good game great may be falling by the wayside. EVO is also happening quite literally as we speak, and the shadow dr…

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Contra (arcade) + Astral Chain 2:04:07

14d ago2:04:07

2:04:07

LATE SUMMER AND EARLY AUTUMN OF ARCADE IS GETTING SERIOUS! Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank the oddly unsatisfying "original" Contra, plus Takahisa Taura's hack-and-slash for Switch. This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be AMOK — Lemon’s voxel-based mech game for the Saturn! Donate at Patreon to get this bonus content and much,…

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Episode 97 - Blast Corps 1:19:04

16d ago1:19:04

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It's time to destroy everything in sight, as we tackle the hard hitting destruction derby classic, Blast Corps! Learn how the game was made, discover why destroying buildings is simply fun, and find out whether playing around in a sandbox of wanton mayhem is still worth your time, even today! Join the discussion on Discord! Want more Classic Gaming…

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TMA 308 – Don’t let the Gatcha Getcha 1:13:14

16d ago1:13:14

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On this week’s TMA, Tom’s been playing ALL the games including: Super Mario Bros, Mario Kart 8, Pastel Muses and Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble, while Mat has lost his free time to the new Holoverse game: ZZZ aka Zenless Zone Zero! Listen to the boy’s talk Manga on Mat’s new podcast, Manga Tak here! Download it here.…

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season 4 ep 54 1:00:03

1M ago1:00:03

1:00:03

Welcome to another episode of The 80's Revolution, the music podcast with more 80's nostalgia than you can shake a stick at. Friend Teresa G on social media: FB, Tik Tok, and IG you can also e-mail her theeightiesrevolution@gmail.comBy Teresa Garrett

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Episode 55: Sad Dad Sims & Astro-Bot Joy 1:24:22

21d ago1:24:22

1:24:22

The Six-Button Samurai and GameAgentETare joined by longtime friend and former fellow fighting stick assembler, Aaron Holley, who unlike The Last of Us's Joel and God of War Kratos, actually enjoys fatherhood while trying to get in some gaming with his trusty SteamDeck. He provides a fresh third perspective as we take a last conclusive dip into the…

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New Ghostbusters 2 + Shock Troopers (feat. LordBBH) 1:34:17

21d ago1:34:17

1:34:17

LATE SUMMER AND EARLY AUTUMN OF ARCADE ROLLS ON! Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank HAL's unique take on Ghostbusters, and are joined by special guest LordBBH to cover a beloved 1997 run-and-gun for Neo•Geo. This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be GOLDEN AXE: BEAST-RIDER — the troubled PS3/360 Golden Axe sequel! Donate at Patreon…

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Episode 96 - Flight of the Amazon Queen 1:09:55

1M ago1:09:55

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Dust off your adventuring mouse, limber up your point-and-click finger, and prepare for a swashbuckling experience as we dive into the world of Flight of the Amazon Queen! Learn why the game was made, discover how LucasArts inspired nearly every aspect of the experience, and find out whether you should join Joe King on an Amazonian adventure, even …

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Dragon's Lair + Cruelty Squad 1:56:03

2M ago1:56:03

1:56:03

LATE SUMMER AND EARLY AUTUMN OF ARCADE RETURNS! Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank the classic laserdisc arcade by Disney's weirdest animator, and an indie throwback FPS. This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be ROAD RUNNER — Atari's game based on the classic Warner Bros. cartoon character! Donate at Patreon to get this bonus cont…

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Episode 95 - Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest 1:13:00

1M ago1:13:00

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It's time for another simian adventure as we tackle the second game in the Donkey Kong Country series, Diddy's Kong Quest! Discover how the game was made, learn why Rare believed it could make a better game than its predecessor, and find out whether it's still worth your time to jump, roll, and spin your way through the jungle, even today! Join the…

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Season 4 Ep 53 56:22

2M ago56:22

56:22

Teresa G is at again!! The 80's Revolution is overflowing with nostalgia and fun! Follow Teresa on social media and get those e-mails in today. theeightiesrevolution@gmail.comBy Teresa Garrett

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Dragon Quest III 1:25:40

2M ago1:25:40

1:25:40

JUNE-JULY OF JRPG CONCLUDES! Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank the Dragon Quest where Dragon Quest became Dragon Quest. This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be NANOSAUR — a 90s Mac third-person shooter about an intelligent super-dinosaur from the future! Donate at Patreon to get this bonus content and much, much more! Follow the…

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Season 4 Ep 52 57:09

2M ago57:09

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Welcome back Gen X! The music you love is here on The 80's Revolution with Teresa Garrett. Follow Teresa on social media: FB, IG, and TT You can also e-mail her theeightiesrevolution@gmail.comBy Teresa Garrett

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Sonic Frontiers 1:10:46

2M ago1:10:46

1:10:46

Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank a recent 3D Sonic game that garnered those coveted "mixed reviews". This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be NANOSAUR — a 90s Mac third-person shooter about an intelligent super-dinosaur from the future! Donate at Patreon to get this bonus content and much, much more! Follow the show on Bluesky t…

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season 4 ep 51 56:18

2M ago56:18

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The 80's were the best! Great music and great fun! Neon and hairspray everywhere!! Follow Teresa Garrett on social media FB, IG, and TT. You can also e-mail me theeightiesrevolution@gmail.comBy Teresa Garrett

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Episode 94 - NiGHTS Into Dreams 1:15:07

2M ago1:15:07

1:15:07

Join me on a trip into an alternate dimension dreamworld, as we explore the Sega Saturn classic, NiGHTS Into Dreams! Learn how the game was made, why it can trace its lineage to the very first Sonic the Hedgehog title, and discover whether flying through nightmares and dreamscapes is still worth your time, even today. Join the discussion on Discord…

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Mega Man X: Command Mission 59:17

2M ago59:17

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Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank the Mega Man game the Breath of Fire team built. This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be TENGAI MAKYOU: ZIRIA — Hudson's celebrated 1989 RPG for the PC Engine CD-ROMROM! Donate at Patreon to get this bonus content and much, much more! Follow the show on Bluesky to get the latest and straightest …

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Red Faction 58:36

2M ago58:36

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Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank Volition's 2001 FPS with GeoMod™ technology. This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be TENGAI MAKYOU: ZIRIA — Hudson's celebrated 1989 RPG for the PC Engine CD-ROMROM! Donate at Patreon to get this bonus content and much, much more! Follow the show on Bluesky to get the latest and straightest dope…

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Episode 93 - Virtua Racing 1:08:06

2M ago1:08:06

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Press the pedal to the metal as we discuss one of the most influential racing titles of all time, Sega's Virtua Racing! Learn how the game was made, discover the differences between the various home ports of the title, and find out whether it's still worth your time to experience Virtua Racing's brand of polygonal racing goodness, even today! Join …

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Fire Emblem Awakening 1:07:59

2M ago1:07:59

1:07:59

JUNE-JULY OF JRPG REMAINS! Join the HG101 gang as they discuss and rank the first Fire Emblem for 3DS. This weekend's Patreon Bonus Get episode will be TALES OF VESPERIA — the tenth mainline entry in Namco's Tales series! Donate at Patreon to get this bonus content and much, much more! Follow the show on Bluesky to get the latest and straightest do…

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