Best Kyle McCluskey Podcasts (2024)

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Mega Man X (SNES) 1:31:20

11M ago1:31:20

1:31:20

We're back. -- Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4GwnxMYn Follow us on Twitch: http://twitch.tv/retroresetpod Our Etsy Store: http://etsy.com/shop/retroresetgamingBy Allen Jenkins and Kyle McCluskey

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The Lost Tapes - Secrets of the Lost Island feat. Drew Allen 1:18:17

1+ y ago1:18:17

1:18:17

This week on The Lost Tapes: A dark, stormy night brings Drew Allen and his uncle to the shores of Lost Island, except not the one with the attractive people and the smoke monster. This one does have a lot of talking animals, though. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/g77cQ6DGCf Check out the new Taylor Machine album, "After Dinner Conversation":…

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The Lost Tapes - Metal City Mayhem feat. Jeff Pennington 1:52:27

1+ y ago1:52:27

1:52:27

Interactive Fiction: The Lost Tapes starts today! Over the next few weeks, expect a wealth of secret episodes from an alternate timeline. On today's lost tape: Spin dash into the new Sonic themed episode with our good friend Jeff Pennington of M-Class podcast, Bros B4 Prose, and Rider Club Radio! Robotnik is at it again, and man for a book about a …

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Robot Commando feat. Kevin Cole 2:11:26

1+ y ago2:11:26

2:11:26

We are back with a MEGA sized, Robot Blasting, Dinosaur Wrangling, Action Packed episode guest starring Kevin Cole of Super.Try Studios, Goosebuds, and Pretend Friends! Join our discord at https://discord.gg/g77cQ6DGCf Kevin's Work Super.Try Games: https://supertry.itch.io/ Space Kings TTRPG: https://supertry.itch.io/spacekings Pretend Friends Podc…

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Encyclopedia Brown Fat-Shames a Kid 49:10

2y ago49:10

49:10

Murder! Potatoes! The Liberty Bell! Are you ready to solve a MYSTERY? Or four? On this episode the boys read Encyclopedia Brown Takes the Cake (1991) and Solv-a-Crime (1972). Join our discord: https://discord.gg/zdPArjm8XG Follow us on Social Media and check out our Etsy shop: http://lnk.bio/retroreset ---------------- "Lightless Dawn" Kevin MacLeo…

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Elroy Hits the Pavement (DOS) 47:44

2y ago47:44

47:44

Fire up your virtual machine and jump in to the days when DOS was still the king of graphic adventure game platforms with Elroy Hits the Pavement, Headbone Interactive's sequel to Elroy Goes Bugzerk. Check out this unique take on the point and click genre with us this week on Retro Reset!By Allen Jenkins and Kyle McCluskey

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The Golden Sword of Dragonwalk by R.L. Stine 1:06:05

2y ago1:06:05

1:06:05

The Golden Sword of Dragonwalk, a weapon that gives it's user the power to... uhh... use it. At least according to Merle the Wizard. Follow us on Social Media and check out our Etsy shop: http://lnk.bio/retroreset Join our discord: https://discord.gg/zdPArjm8XGBy Allen Jenkins and Kyle McCluskey

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Sidequests - Boss vs. Boss: Giygas vs. Lavos 28:57

2y ago28:57

28:57

Today on Sidequests we take on a battle of the ages between Giygas of Earthbound and Lavos of Chrono Trigger? Who will walk or crawl or creepily wiggle away a winner? Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4GwnxMYn Follow us on Twitch: http://twitch.tv/retroresetpod Our Etsy Store: http://etsy.com/shop/retroresetgaming…

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What IF - Favorite Animal Morphs 15:33

2y ago15:33

15:33

If you had to be stuck as an animal, which one would it be? And if the world was suddenly invaded by body snatching Yeerks, how would you be able to tell your friends apart from your enemies? Do bears eat nuts? Pretty sure. These questions and more answered in this Animorphs themed episode of What IF! Follow us on Social Media and check out our Ets…

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Animorphs - Alternamorphs The First Journey 1:30:14

2+ y ago1:30:14

1:30:14

What happens when YOU get put right in the action in an Animorphs book? Turns out, it's a lot of getting left behind by the cool kids. Today's Guest: Samantha Wade of Allied Information Design Follow us on Social Media and check out our Etsy shop: http://lnk.bio/retroreset Join our discord: https://discord.gg/zdPArjm8XG Find all our social media li…

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What IF - The Crystal Dilemma 12:44

2+ y ago12:44

12:44

Is one life worth free energy for all? Would you shop at a dystopian HotTopic? How much of a song can we sing without our copyright lawyer showing up? These questions and more answered in today's What IF bonus episode.By Allen Jenkins and Kyle McCluskey

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The Crystal Trap (Nintendo Adventure Books) 1:26:16

2+ y ago1:26:16

1:26:16

This time on Interactive Fiction-- it's a Zelda adventure! No, literally, Link gets frozen and Zelda goes on the adventure. But will we be able to survive Ganon's evil traps? Follow us on Social Media and check out our Etsy shop: http://lnk.bio/retroreset Join our discord: https://discord.gg/zdPArjm8XG Find all our social media links and the newest…

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What IF - The Athenaeum Pt 1 23:59

2+ y ago23:59

23:59

The first episode of What IF! On this show, we read the first passage of an interactive story YOU can contribute to, and answer the question: "how would you get rid of a million dollars?" Follow us on Social Media and check out our Etsy shop: http://lnk.bio/retroreset Join our discord: https://discord.gg/zdPArjm8XG Songs: Adventures in Adventure La…

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Pillars of Pentagarn (Dungeons and Dragons) feat. Jeff Pennington 1:50:44

2+ y ago1:50:44

1:50:44

There's STILL always a castle and some skeleton guy. Jeff Pennington, artist and podcaster extraordinaire joins us for another Dungeons and Dragons themed adventure. note: audio gremlins got in my voice track this episode. Check out everything Jeff at http://jeffpennington.art Follow us on Social Media and check out our Etsy shop: http://lnk.bio/re…

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Leaping Lizards (Nintendo Adventure Books) 1:42:05

2+ y ago1:42:05

1:42:05

Luigi tries out in the zany Olympics of the mushroom kingdom, and Mario acts like a jerk. Follow us on Social Media and check out our Etsy shop: http://lnk.bio/retroreset Join our discord: https://discord.gg/zdPArjm8XG Songs: Adventures in Adventure Land and Screen Saver by Kevin Macleod. Visit incompetech.filmmusic.io for more.…

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Shadow Castle (Dungeons and Dragons) feat. Kevin Cole 1:29:18

2+ y ago1:29:18

1:29:18

There's always some dark castle with some evil skeleton man. Kevin Cole, game developer, game master, creator of Space Kings, and podcaster joins us for some Dungeons and Dragons interactive fun. Check out Kevin's games at https://supertry.itch.io/ Follow us on Social Media and check out our Etsy shop: http://lnk.bio/retroreset Join our discord: ht…

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Instant Millionaire by R.L. Stine 1:20:43

2+ y ago1:20:43

1:20:43

How do you get rid of a million dollars in one day? Very carefully. Join us for R.L. Stine's interactive adventures before Goosebumps. Follow us on Social Media and check out our Etsy shop: http://lnk.bio/retroreset Join our discord: https://discord.gg/zdPArjm8XG Songs: Adventures in Adventure Land and Screen Saver by Kevin Macleod. Visit incompete…

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Road Rash 64 (N64) 58:03

2+ y ago58:03

58:03

Grab a blunt weapon and get ready for VEHICULAR MANSLAUGHTER as we revisit 1999's Edgiest Game Nominee, Road Rash 64! Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/4GwnxMYn Follow us on Twitch: http://twitch.tv/retroresetpod Our Etsy Store: http://etsy.com/shop/retroresetgamingBy Allen Jenkins and Kyle McCluskey

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Sidequests - Nintendo Direct Sept. 23 38:46

3y ago38:46

38:46

This week on Retro Reset: we discuss the recent Nintendo Direct announcements, including new Kirby, Metroid Dread, and more! That, and we get off topic a buuuunch Follow us on social media! TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@retro_reset Instagram: http://instagram.com/retroresetpod Facebook: http://facebook.com/retroresetpod…

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Turtles in Time and Hyperstone Heist - VERSUS! 51:23

3y ago51:23

51:23

It's time for VERSUS! On this episode, we break down the two amazing Ninja Turtles beat 'em ups from 1992, Turtles in Time and Hyperstone Heist? Which one will be the victor in this head to head battle? Spoilers, it's not the arcade version! Follow us on social media! TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@retro_reset Instagram: http://instagram.com/retro…

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Sidequests - Retro Game Resurrections 41:48

3y ago41:48

41:48

Super Nintendo, Sega, Playstation and many more gaming platforms have released many gems in their lifetime that have left us wanting more. Still many of our beloved franchises remain dead. however, what if they could be resurrected? In this episode Kyle and Allen discuss video game IPs that they wish they could bring back and how they would polish …

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Sidequests - Home Alone Isn't an Xmas Series Anymore 38:40

3+ y ago38:40

38:40

In a late Christmas episode, we discuss whether Home Alone can still be considered a Christmas series, and our favorite non-holiday holiday movies!By Allen Jenkins and Kyle McCluskey

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Super Mario 64 (N64) 1:24:14

3+ y ago1:24:14

1:24:14

We're finally back! To start with a WAHOO we're playing Super Mario 64. Come back in time to 1996, where Adam Sandler is king and OJ was for breakfast every morning. Next month's game is Turtles in Time/Hyperstone Heist!By Allen Jenkins and Kyle McCluskey

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Retro Reset Season 2 Preview Final 14:48

4y ago14:48

14:48

We're back! 2020 sucks but you can always travel to 199X with Retro Reset. Get up to date on what's coming next! The next game is Super Mario 64. Make sure to play along and send your thoughts to retroresetpod@gmail.com.By Allen Jenkins & Kyle McCluskey

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Sidequests - Most Frustrating Moments in Video Games 19:18

5y ago19:18

19:18

This week on Sidequests, we discuss our most frustrating moments in video games, including Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, Chester Cheetah: Too Cool to Fool, and the infamous giraffe section in The Lion King for Sega Genesis.By Allen Jenkins & Kyle McCluskey

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Gunstar Heroes (Genesis) 1:17:00

5y ago1:17:00

1:17:00

Travel to planet Gunstar-9 with us on this week's deep dive into Gunstar Heroes for SEGA Genesis! This game has everything-- explosions, action, guns, stars, military bosses who used to be Hitler, and more! Other topics discussed: - Top rentals of 1993 - Job interview frustration - The bit wars and the Atari Jaguar - Allen's PS4 turning into a usel…

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Sidequests - Favorite 90s Game Developers 17:34

5y ago17:34

17:34

On this week's bonus episode, we talk our favorite 90s game developers! It's a showdown between the likes of Konami, Capcom, Squaresoft, Sonic Team, and more!By Allen Jenkins and Kyle McCluskey

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The Legend of Zelda (NES) 1:18:09

5y ago1:18:09

1:18:09

Retro Reset dips its toes into 198X for the first time with the incomparable "The Legend of Zelda" for the Nintendo Entertainment System! Or the Famicom Disk System, really. Dive in with us into one of the first open-world exploration games, created by a dream team of Nintendo devs as the launch title for an all-new console. Also, we totally meant …

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Sidequests - Our Best and Worst School Memories 39:10

5y ago39:10

39:10

On Sidquests this week, we talk our best and worst school memories, so things get a little heavy! Luckily we have a soundboard to break the tension. Relatable 90s bullying stories abound!By Allen Jenkins & Kyle McCluskey

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Chrono Trigger Part 2 (SNES DS) 1:45:55

5y ago1:45:55

1:45:55

Our second week of Chrono Trigger! This time we review the game and take you through our experiences playing without a guide, as well as our listener submissions and contest winners! Come with us on our journey through one of the best RPGs of all time. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, or FB, or email us at retroresetpod@gmail.com.…

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Chrono Trigger (SNES, DS) 1:27:51

5y ago1:27:51

1:27:51

This week on Retro Reset, we're finally BACK with part 1 of our DOUBLE SIZE Chrono Trigger extravaganza! We're hopping in the epoch and going all the way back to 1995 to explore the development and history of one of the greatest RPGs of all time, and one of the greatest games ever made. Turn on your SNES and get ready to RESET. Other topics discuss…

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Sidequests - Fan Mail Episode 1:07:41

5y ago1:07:41

1:07:41

This week on sidequests, we have FANMAIL! We'll be answering all your burning questions, such as what games we'd erase from our memories to play again, why Chrono Trigger did better than Dragon Quest in America, our best memories of watching family members play games, and more! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, or FB, or email us at retroresetpod@gm…

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Sidequests - Interview with Floris of Project Island 14:57

5y ago14:57

14:57

This week on Sidequests, we interview Floris of Project Island, a new fan project aimed at reviving the spirit of Lego Island in a true sequel made entirely by fans. If you're interested in checking out more, helping the project, or downloading newly discovered high-quality versions of some of Lego Island's best songs, go to http://projectisland.or…

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Lego Island (PC) 1:48:33

5y ago1:48:33

1:48:33

Get ready to travel to LEGO Island on this week's episode of Retro Reset! The wacky worlds of racing and jet skiing and flying and driving and having fun await, as well as some great memories of early 90s computing. Other topics discussed include: 1. Windows 98 2. Chip's Challenge, Hover, and Doom 3. Our favorite LEGO sets 4. Some brief E3 2019 rea…

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Sidequests - Super Mario Bros Super Show (Archive) 52:09

5y ago52:09

52:09

Hey Paisanos! Check out this archival episode we recorded as a patron exclusive for a previous podcast. We reviewed the first episode of the Super Mario Bros Super Show, starring Capt. Lou Albano! It's a weird one. Also, we used to swear a lot more-- but we bleeped it for our lovely Retro Reset listeners. Enjoy this blast from our past! Follow us o…

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Super Mario World (SNES) 1:52:36

5y ago1:52:36

1:52:36

This ain't the mushroom kingdom anymore! We're headed to Dinosaur Land with a deep dive into Super Mario World! Other topics discussed and events this episode: - The terribad Super Mario World cartoon - Borderlands 3 - Gordan Ramsay visits and says the F word - IGN's inability to love Episode Links and Research: Official guidebook developer intervi…

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Sidequests - Our Top 3 Summer Games 29:27

5y ago29:27

29:27

Get ready to put on your shades and jump in the pool, and then maybe sneak back home to play SEGA! This week on sidequests, we rank our top 3 favorite games to play in the summertime.By Allen Jenkins & Kyle McCluskey

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Fatal Labyrinth (Genesis) 1:49:29

5y ago1:49:29

1:49:29

This week we're headed deep into Castle Dragonia with Fatal Labyrinth for the SEGA Genesis! No two playthroughs are alike, except of course for the death at the end. We also discuss: - Too many chicken restaurants in our hometown - Progress in Chrono Trigger - The closure of Party City and the helium shortage - The eventual death of our sun - Andro…

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Sidequests - Interview with Rainbowdragoneyes 21:09

5y ago21:09

21:09

On this week's episode of sidequests, we welcomed award-winning composer and musician Rainbowdragoneyes, creator of the incredible soundtrack to The Messenger by Sabotage games. We discussed some of the challenges and triumphs in making chiptune music spanning two console generations, as well as his music creation process. You can find his posts on…

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The Messenger (feat. Rainbowdragoneyes) 1:37:14

5y ago1:37:14

1:37:14

The boys take on the indie game phenomenon, The Messenger, including an interview with award-winning composer Eric "Rainbowdragoneyes" Brown. You can find his posts on Twitter @rnbwdragoneyes and pick up the soundtrack to The Messenger as well as his other great music on Bandcamp or iTunes. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, or FB, or email us at ret…

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Sidequests - Our Earliest Gaming Memories 24:08

5y ago24:08

24:08

The guys discuss their earliest gaming memories, get confused about Sonic special stages, and reminisce about old Windows 95 software and screensavers.By Allen Jenkins & Kyle McCluskey

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Final Fantasy Mystic Quest (SNES) 1:22:03

5y ago1:22:03

1:22:03

On this episode of Retro Reset, the guys review the black sheep of the Final Fantasy series, Final Fantasy Mystic Quest for the SNES, and whether it achieved its goal of being "the first RPG designed for the entry level player." Mystic Quest German Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nf20eLHLN3g Check us out on social media! facebook.com/re…

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Sidequests - How to avoid retro gaming scams 21:23

5y ago21:23

21:23

On the first episode of Sidequests, our bonus podcasts, we discuss tips on how to avoid getting scammed when you're collecting retro games. Resources mentioned in show: http://snescentral.comBy Allen Jenkins and Kyle McCluskey

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Link's Awakening (GBC) 1:50:27

5+ y ago1:50:27

1:50:27

In the very first episode of Retro Reset, we're taking on Link's Awakening DX for Game Boy Color! Will Nintendo's famous Wind Fish awaken, or will we get swallowed by the nightmare without a player's guide?By Allen Jenkins and Kyle McCluskey

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Nintendo Switch, Zelda Breath of the Wild - The Weekend Rental 1:18:44

7+ y ago1:18:44

1:18:44

With the release of the Nintendo Switch, Allen and Kyle discuss their hopes and dreams for the new console as lifelong Nintendo fans. Also, they geek out over the new trailers for the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Breath of the Wild Gameplay Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2JtSXXY_WY Nintendo Switch Trailer: https://www.youtube.com…

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Saturday Morning Showdown Episode 5 - The Legend of Zelda S01E01 55:08

7+ y ago55:08

55:08

This week, Allen and Kyle discover the hidden sexual metaphors in the 1989 Legend of Zelda cartoon! Also, there's a lot of dick jokes in this one, naturally. Check out our new sister podcast, BEWARE and WARNING: A Choose Your Own Adventure Podcast! It's a super fun game where we read a Choose Your Own Adventure book, and try our best to survive. Cl…

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Saturday Morning Showdown Episode 4 - Gargoyles S01E08 49:26

8y ago49:26

49:26

On a very special episode of Saturday Morning Showdown, Allen shoots Kyle to prove a point about gun violence-- no wait, that's what the Gargoyles do in "Deadly Force," a controversial episode of Gargoyles history that takes on the touchy topic of guns, accidental shootings, and even weapons trafficking. Yeah, shit gets REAL. If you'd like more fro…

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Pokemon GO, Trading Cards, Games Etc Discussion - The Weekend Rental 46:50

8y ago46:50

46:50

Welcome to the podcast after the podcast-- the Weekend Rental! This week we're talking about Pokemon! Pokemon Go, Pokemon Cartoons, Pokemon Games, Pokemon Bedsheets-- we even open some Pokemon Cards! (Okay we didn't talk about bedsheets) If you're playing Niantic's smash hit Pokemon Go, tell us your Team (Valor, Mystic, Instinct) in a review! We'd …

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Saturday Morning Showdown Episode 3 - Pokemon S01E40 54:38

8y ago54:38

54:38

This week we check out Episode 40 of the Indigo League season of Pokemon, "The Battling Eevee Brothers," and everyone learns a lesson about stealing animals while eating a bunch of food, how to pull off stirrup tights in social situations, what the word "abandon" means, and the power of friendship. Also kind of weird that we picked this episode rig…

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Saturday Morning Showdown Episode 2 - Swat Kats S01E01 1:37:00

8+ y ago1:37:00

1:37:00

This week in an extra long episode, the Kyle and Allen take on the most radical squadron ever as we watch Swat Kats, season 1, episode 1. Strap in to your jet of choice and get ready for another awesome episode of Saturday Morning Showdown! The music used in this interstitials this episode came from CursedLemon. Big ups to him for providing the awe…

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