Best RetroBlasting Podcasts (2024)

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DINO CRISIS 1:23:39

9d ago1:23:39

1:23:39

It's time to experience the birth of "panic horror"! DINO CRISIS was something special. Usually just referred to as 'Resident Evil with Dinosaurs', we're here to talk all about it and make sure that you know it's so much more than that. Settle in with us, and let's get into some DINO HORROR! Special Guest Host: Tony AKA @one_big_boss from New2Retro…

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Daytona USA 1:26:35

2M ago1:26:35

1:26:35

It's time for a ROLLING STAAAAART!!!! Join us as we discuss why SEGA's Arcade Smash Hit Daytona USA was so special, its home console ports, and how it somehow still maintains a spot at almost any Arcade you can go to. Special Guest Host: Andy from @LoveRetroBTW Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast Follow us on Twitter (X…

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Retro Blast Memories: A Kid and his N64 43:03

3M ago43:03

43:03

After way too long, it's finally time for another Retro Blast Memories episode. This one was difficult for me to write. It's very personal, but I think it will resonate with anyone who was ever a kid that grew up loving video games, especially in the 90s. I hope you'll enjoy it. - Patrick *The musical arrangement was sampled from Delice Musical wit…

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Tenchu Stealth Assassins 1:50:43

5M ago1:50:43

1:50:43

Tenchu Stealth Assassins for the Sony PlayStation is not only one of the best stealth video games ever made, it's the first game that made you actually feel like a ninja... Join us as we discuss what makes the first Tenchu game so special. Special Guest Host: The Gamersician Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast Follow us…

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Death: The True Meaning of Christmas (80s Xmas Specials) 1:09:50

6M ago1:09:50

1:09:50

Melinda and Conrad put the Dreamland spin on Christmas and review three decidedly dark 80s Christmas specials featuring the dark spectre of death: The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (1985, Rankin-Bass), The Snowman (1982, John Coates), and The Christmas Toy (1986, Jim Henson Productions).By Dreamland Podcast

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Ghosts 'N Goblins 'N Ghouls 1:37:02

6M ago1:37:02

1:37:02

Ghosts 'N Goblins might just be one of the most difficult games ever made. It'd be enough for us to just talk about that if we wanted to torture ourselves, but instead we're talking about THREE! Help us... Join us as we discuss Ghosts 'N Goblins for NES, Ghouls 'N Ghosts for SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive, and Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts for SNES. Special Gues…

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Clock Tower 1:22:56

8M ago1:22:56

1:22:56

Clock Tower might be one of the best point-and-click horror games from the 16 bit era on the Super Famicom. It's also a game that many gamers have never even heard of... Join us as we discuss a game that we never got in the west, but somehow it still managed to hunt us down and make us cower in fear... Special Guest Host: @RetroGameBrews Support us…

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Vampira vs Elvira - Horror Hosts History 1:30:59

8M ago1:30:59

1:30:59

Vampira and Elvira definitely didn't get off to a good start with each other, but they definitely changed the televised landscape for horror and instigated some of our favorite B-movie anthology shows.

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Resident Evil 3 Nemesis 1:53:32

9M ago1:53:32

1:53:32

Resident Evil 3 Nemesis blasted its way onto the Sony Playstation in 1999 and gave us one of the series most iconic villains. Jill Valentine has herself a stalker, and it's going to take everyhing she's got to make her desperate escape... STAAAARRSSSSS! Special Guest Host: Tony from Residence of Evil Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/r…

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Charity Singles and the 80s Spectacle of Giving: Live Aid and We Are the World 1:47:45

10M ago1:47:45

1:47:45

Conrad and Melinda discuss the onslaught of charity singles in the 80s: the concept, the dramas, and the impact.

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MediEvil 1:07:40

10M ago1:07:40

1:07:40

Grab your sword, your shield, and don't forget to make sure your skull is still attached, as we take a trip down to Gallowmere to talk about one of the best action/horror games for the Sony PlayStation. Spooky Season is here early. It's time to talk about MediEvil! Special Guest Host: Alonna Lee from The Retro Nook Support us on PATREON: https://ww…

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80s Movie Visions of AI - Melinda Reacts 1:43:03

11M ago1:43:03

1:43:03

Conrad gets Melinda to watch THREE 80s movies she's never seen before to get her reaction to the 80s vision of our artificial intelligence future. Will she guess their plots correctly? Will she like any of them? Can Conrad predict her reactions? Movies watched: 2010: The Year We Make Contact, D.A.R.Y.L., and Electric Dreams…

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Stranger Danger and 80s Childhood Propaganda 1:36:58

11M ago1:36:58

1:36:58

This month we're discussing the child safety panic of the 80s in the US and UK, the funny and the terrifying.By Dreamland Podcast

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The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 2:12:28

12M ago2:12:28

2:12:28

Join us as we dive into one of the more controversial entries in the Legend of Zelda series Majora's Mask... Special Guest Host: @DucksInDisguise from The Finer Things podcast Support us on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast Follow us on Twitter: @RetroBlastUSBy Retro Blast

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DeLorean- The Story You Only Think You Know 1:35:53

1y ago1:35:53

1:35:53

Melinda and Conrad discuss DeLorean: the man, the car, the myth - and what it's actually like to be in one!By Dreamland Podcast

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Silent Hill 2 2:12:43

1y ago2:12:43

2:12:43

Welcome to the official first episode of Season 2! Join us as we make our way deeper into the fog laden town, you may have heard of it... Warning: This episode does contain conversations about heavy subject matter, so if you are sensitive to that, please use caution. Special Guest Host: Donnie G Retro from Gamers Week Podcast Support us on PATREON:…

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Retro Blast Memories: The Arcade at the Beach 21:55

1y ago21:55

21:55

Welcome to the first episode of the new mini-series, Retro Blast Memories. We did a Twitter poll, and fans said they wanted us to include stories here and there, so here you go! This one is special to me. This is a very personal story from my childhood. I genuinely hope you all enjoy it. I hope it hits you in the feels as much as it did for me when…

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Classic Stallone Films: A Brit Reacts 1:19:13

1y ago1:19:13

1:19:13

When Melinda discovered Conrad hadn’t seen any of Sylvester Stallone’s classic filmography, she had to take action. What will Conrad think of Rocky, Rambo, and Over The Top? Find out in our latest show!By Dreamland Podcast

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Castlevania Bloodlines 1:36:36

1y ago1:36:36

1:36:36

Castlevania Bloodlines is one of the few titles in the series released on a SEGA console, and it's also in contention for one of the best in the action-platformer side of that series. Join us as we take up our whips, stakes, lances, crosses, holy water, and cowboy hats in the quest to destroy Dracula all over again. Special Guest: RetroGameBrews fr…

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Fairy Tale TV Shows of the 80s 1:28:19

1y ago1:28:19

1:28:19

Melinda and Conrad remember two fairy tale anthology shows from the 80s- Faerie Tale Theatre with Shelly Duvall and The StoryTeller by Jim Henson - and analyze the history of fairy tales in general. They also discuss their new obsession with the work of well-known Harvard folklore expert Maria Tatar.…

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Resident Evil 4 1:32:59

1+ y ago1:32:59

1:32:59

Resident Evil 4 is the game that very likely saved the series from certain death. It's also regarded as one of the very best video games ever made... Join us as we follow Leon Kennedy as he suplexes and roundhouse kicks every Ganado in his way as he races to find the President's daughter. Special Guest: Blue Williams from Gamers Week Podcast Follow…

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Generation X and the Nuclear Nightmare 1:44:25

1+ y ago1:44:25

1:44:25

Growing up in the 80s for many of us meant a constant awareness and fear of nuclear war, along with everything that would follow. We explore the media of the decade and how it reflected these fears, with a focus on The Day After (US, 1983) and Threads (UK, 1984) - TV movies with a big message.

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Shenmue 1:30:44

1+ y ago1:30:44

1:30:44

Shenmue was one of the most ambitious (and most expensive) video games ever made, and while it retains a massive cult following, it still receives plenty of harsh criticism. Join us as we discuss what made Shenmue not just revolutionary, but downright special. Special Guest: Andy @LoveRetroBTW from the CafeBTW podcast Follow our Linktree if you'd l…

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Beanie Babies: From Boom to Bust 1:33:15

1+ y ago1:33:15

1:33:15

We discuss Ty Warner, Beanie Babies, and the lasting impact to the collecting world.

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Dead Space 1:45:23

1+ y ago1:45:23

1:45:23

Dead Space was released in 2008 and is widely considered to be one of the greatest survival horror games ever made. Join us as we spread the good word of Altman, start the convergence, and fight off otherworldy horrors with Isaac Clarke as we revisit this horror classic. Let's see how good this game really is... Follow our Linktree if you'd like to…

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High (Grange Hill and Degrassi Jr. High) 1:49:14

1+ y ago1:49:14

1:49:14

Melinda and Conrad explore the trailblazing teen shows Degrassi Junior High and Grange Hill.By Dreamland Podcast

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Castlevania Symphony of the Night 1:14:49

1+ y ago1:14:49

1:14:49

In 1997, Konami revived the Castlevania series, but with a... slight change of pace and direction. Did we say slight? We meant HUGE. Widely considered to have the most bite out of the entire Castlevania series, join to see just how memorable the son of Dracula's debut game turned out to be. Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our grow…

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SoulCalibur 58:30

2y ago58:30

58:30

SoulCalibur was a graphical powerhouse on the SEGA Dreamcast, and widely considered to be one of the most influential 3D fighting games of all time. Join us as we take a look into what made this game so special back in 1999 Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, or Discord! https:…

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Metal Gear Solid 1:39:07

2y ago1:39:07

1:39:07

Metal Gear Solid wasn't the first game in Hideo Kojima's popular Metal Gear series, but it was arguably the most important. Join us under our cardboard box as we infiltrate Shadow Moses and find out just why this game matters so much. Special Guest: Donnie G Retro from Gamers Week Podcast Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growin…

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Twisted Metal 2 1:27:33

2y ago1:27:33

1:27:33

Twisted Metal 2 is often regarded as the BEST game in the popular car combat series, so let's grab some ice cream and a mounted machine gun, and see what all the fuss is about. Special Guest: Ryan aka RetroGameBrews from Gamers Week Podcast Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, o…

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Donkey Kong Country 1:23:52

2y ago1:23:52

1:23:52

In 1994, Nintendo and Rare released the modern reboot of Donkey Kong. Widely hailed as one of the most grapically advanced games ever made for the SNES, it's time to discuss what makes it a platforming classic from the 16-bit era. Special Guest: Blue Williams from Gamers Week Podcast Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing ret…

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Resident Evil REmake 1:12:08

2y ago1:12:08

1:12:08

It's time to go back where it all began...again. Join us in 2002 this time as we take a look at what's considered one of the greatest remakes of all time. Resident Evil REmake (2002) Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, or Discord! https://linktr.ee/RetroBlastPodcast…

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Resident Evil 1:26:32

2+ y ago1:26:32

1:26:32

It's time to go back where it all began in the Resident Evil franchise. Join us in 1996 as we dive into this very special (fan voted) episode dedicated to one of the most influential Survival Horror games ever made. Itchy. Tasty. Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, or Discord! …

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Rocket Knight Adventures 1:04:33

2+ y ago1:04:33

1:04:33

Rocket Knight Adventures is a beloved action platformer for the SEGA Genesis / Mega Drive that deserves to be discussed, so we did our best to give Sparkster his due in this episode entirely dedicated to the cutest knight you've ever seen... Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, …

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1080 Snowboarding 1:08:11

2+ y ago1:08:11

1:08:11

1080 Snowboarding was a title that many remember fondly. Developed by Nintendo EAD, the same group who handled Wave Race 64 How did it feel for us to hit the slopes again after all these years? My special guest and I will let you know, but you have to listen in to find out... Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gamin…

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Wave Race 64 54:58

2+ y ago54:58

54:58

Do you like water? How about racing ON water? Then we have you covered with this episode of the beloved Wave Race 64 for Nintendo 64. Join us. Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, or Discord! https://linktr.ee/RetroBlastPodcastBy Retro Blast

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Super Mario RPG 1:24:48

2+ y ago1:24:48

1:24:48

Ever wondered what a Final Fantasy style RPG in the world of Super Mario would be like? You've come to the right place! Super Mario RPG Legend of the Seven Stars is one of the most unique titles ever released by Nintendo, and we're here to, well, talk about it a lot. Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming communi…

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Earthbound 1:40:42

3y ago1:40:42

1:40:42

For the 15th episode, we're diving into one of the most beloved RPGs of all time. Earthbound! Did we give Giygas a run for his money and eat fuzzy pickles on our burgers? Listen and find out! Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, or Discord! https://linktr.ee/RetroBlastPodcast Ou…

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The Abyss (1989) with Movie Oubliette 1:34:35

3y ago1:34:35

1:34:35

Melinda and Aaron take a journey back to 1989 and take a deep dive into the Abyss (pun very much intended) with special guests Conrad and Dan from Movie Oubliette. They may or may not be saved by benevolent aliens, but they’re guaranteed to spend longer underwater than they intended.By Dreamland: The RetroBlasting Podcast

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The Lion King 1:20:48

3y ago1:20:48

1:20:48

The King...has returned! Is The Lion King game released in 1994 really a king? Or is it one of the hardest most frustrating 16 bit era games ever made? Let's find out! Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, or Discord! https://linktr.ee/RetroBlastPodcast…

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Howard the Duck 1:25:10

3y ago1:25:10

1:25:10

We travel from the comic books of the 70s to George Lucas and Willard Huyck’s vision to Marvel’s current cinematic universe to discover Howard the Duck - trapped in a world he never made.By Dreamland: The RetroBlasting Podcast

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Pokemon Snap 1:15:33

3y ago1:15:33

1:15:33

Pokemon is a series we've grown to appreciate over the years, so join us as we dive into the game that got us both started into the world of Pokemon back in 1999, Pokemon Snap! Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, or Discord! https://linktr.ee/RetroBlastPodcast…

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Garbage Pail Kids 1:34:02

3y ago1:34:02

1:34:02

Join Melinda and Aaron as they dive deep into the dumpster containing the Garbage Pail Kids- they discuss the cards, the film, the cartoon, and more!By Dreamland: The RetroBlasting Podcast

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Snatcher 1:49:49

3+ y ago1:49:49

1:49:49

Hideo Kojima dropped this cyberpunk text adventure game originally back in 1988, but we had to wait until 1994 to get it on the Sega CD with updated graphics and voice acting. This game goes for a mighty high price point these days. Is it worth it? Let's found out... Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming communi…

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Alien Autopsy 1:46:05

3+ y ago1:46:05

1:46:05

Melinda and Aaron dive deep into the swirling vortex that is the history of Alien Autopsy, that crazy special from the mid-1990s.By Dreamland: The RetroBlasting Podcast

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Metroid Prime 1:41:37

3+ y ago1:41:37

1:41:37

When Metroid Prime was announced, many felt that moving a beloved series in 1st person perspective would ruin the franchise. Did it? Join us and find out. Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, or Discord! https://linktr.ee/RetroBlastPodcast…

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The Craft (1996) 1:41:23

3+ y ago1:41:23

1:41:23

Dreamland goes goth and delves into the witchy world of The Craft from 1996.By Dreamland: The RetroBlasting Podcast

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Goldeneye 007 1:43:20

3+ y ago1:43:20

1:43:20

Goldeneye 007 for N64. Whoooo boy we had a lot to say! Be sure to follow us on our various social media platforms and let us know what you think about this game today. Has it aged well? Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, or Discord! https://linktr.ee/RetroBlastPodcast…

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Mega Man X 1:28:11

3+ y ago1:28:11

1:28:11

It's about time, don't you think? Highly regarded as one of the best platformers on the SNES, if not all time. Mega Man X! We had a lot to say on this one, so join us! Follow our Linktree if you'd like to be a part of our growing retro gaming community on Twitter, Instagram, or Discord! https://linktr.ee/RetroBlastPodcast…

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Twilight Zone 1985: Shatterday, A Little Peace and Quiet 1:24:04

3+ y ago1:24:04

1:24:04

Melinda and Aaron recall a memorable remake of the classic Twilight Zone series from their childhoods... that scared them intensely.By Dreamland: The RetroBlasting Podcast

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