Nintendo's Mature Platform, Trying Not to Get Caught Gaming, and the Season 2 Finale

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Host Francesca Amiker sits down with directors Joe and Anthony Russo, producer Angela Russo-Otstot, stars Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, and more to uncover how family was the key to building the emotional core of The Electric State . From the Russos’ own experiences growing up in a large Italian family to the film’s central relationship between Michelle and her robot brother Kid Cosmo, family relationships both on and off of the set were the key to bringing The Electric State to life. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts . State Secrets: Inside the Making of The Electric State is produced by Netflix and Treefort Media.…

about a year ago 1:04:00

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The Nostalgia Junkies are back for their final episode of season 2. Alex and Joe start off the episode discussing Nintendo's recent release of the "Nintendo 64 17+ Mature Only" app on the Nintendo Switch. What potential games will be released? Will Alex finally get to see Conker's Bad Fur Day on the switch platform? The boys then discuss trying to sneak rated T and M games in childhood and getting caught! Alex and Joe then play "This or That" comparing Friends vs Seinfeld, Ring Pop vs Push Pop, and Super Soaker vs Nerf Gun. What would you choose? Then the Nostalgia Junkies transition into the Meat and Potatoes: a season 2 recap! What were the best and worst episode of the season? What were the top 3 clips? What were the top 3 reels? What were Alex and Joe's favorite moments from season 2? Finally, Alex and Joe finish the episode by killing the box of 90s trivia. What questions will they ask next year?

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Nostalgia Junkies

Nintendo's Mature Platform, Trying Not to Get Caught Gaming, and the Season 2 Finale

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He-Man Casting, 90s Toys 'R Us Nostalgia Surprise, Best Mario Games from Every Console 1:08:18

8 days ago1:08:18

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Alex and Cruz are back for another episode, diving deep into nostalgia! This week, we're looking at the casting of the anticipated He-Man Movies, debating epic 90s cartoons, and ranking the best Mario games of all time. Plus, we're unboxing a rare Toys "R" Us exclusive baseball card set! Join us as we discuss: He-Man casting: Nicholas Galitzine, Jared Leto, Allison Brie, and Morena Baccarin! Mail call: A nostalgic Toys "R" Us baseball card set. Power Puff Girls vs. Dexter's Lab, Power Glove vs. Virtual Boy, and Rugrats Movie vs. A Goofy Movie in our "This or That" segment. The ultimate Mario game ranking, from NES to Nintendo Switch! Get your dose of 90s nostalgia with us! Don't forget to use code NJPod for 15% off at Throwback Buys, your one-stop shop for all things retro. Don't forget to use code NJPod for 15% off your nostalgia fix at Throwback Buys! Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com STORE: https://nostalgiajunkies.printify.me/products Follow us on our Socials: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review! Check out ThrowbackBuys.com and use code: NJPOD for 15% off your next order! #HeMan #MarioGames #90sNostalgia #Podcast #RetroGaming #ToysRUs #CartoonDebate…

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N64 Sports Legends, Madballs Return, The Breakfast Club, and February 1985! 56:36

22 days ago56:36

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Welcome back to Season 3! Join Alex and Cruz as they dive deep into nostalgia, starting with the BEST sports games of the N64 era! From NFL Blitz to Tony Hawk, relive the glory days of 64-bit sports. Plus, get the scoop on the return of Madballs with a Walmart exclusive toy line! We'll debate epic "This or That" battles like He-Man vs. Lion-O and Optimus Prime vs. Duke, and then sink our teeth into February 1985! We're talking Beverly Hills Cop, The Breakfast Club (with behind-the-scenes secrets!), the final episode of Dukes of Hazzard, and the iconic music of David Bowie and Tina Turner. Don't forget to use code NJPod for 15% off your nostalgia fix at Throwback Buys! Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com STORE: https://nostalgiajunkies.printify.me/products Follow us on our Socials: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review! Check out ThrowbackBuys.com and use code: NJPOD for 15% off your next order!…

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Super Bowl Ads, Donkey Kong's New Design, & 90s Valentines Day Cards 1:14:43

5 weeks ago1:14:43

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Get ready for a blast from the past on this episode of Nostalgia Junkies! We're diving deep into the annals of Super Bowl commercials, from the iconic Budweiser frogs and the heartwarming Coca-Cola Mean Joe Greene to the latest viral hits like the Hagen-Dazs Fast & Furious spot. We're reminiscing about 90s Valentines, featuring classic cards and discussing the pop culture icons of the era, from Leonardo DiCaprio to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Join Alex and Cruz as they debate the ultimate 90s dilemmas: Sabrina the Teenage Witch vs. Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Spice Girls vs. TLC, and Jem and the Holograms vs. The Hex Girls. Plus, we've got a special mailbag segment featuring the bizarre and hilarious "GERMS" from the classic 80s toy line World of Wonder. Don't forget to check out our social media pages and see you next time for another nostalgic adventure! Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com STORE: https://nostalgiajunkies.printify.me/products Follow us on our Socials: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review! Check out ThrowbackBuys.com and use code: NJPOD for 15% off your next order!…

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December 1984 & January 1985: ThunderCats, Terminator & the Smack Heard 'Round the World 59:59

8 weeks ago59:59

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Strap on your legwarmers and take a trip back to 1984 with this episode of Nostalgia Junkies! We're diving deep into the pop culture archives, revisiting everything from the iconic debut of ThunderCats to the controversial "Smack Heard 'Round the World" (see video here ). In our This or That segment, sponsored by Throwback Buys (use code NJPod for 15% off!), we're debating classic tech like Pac-Man vs. Donkey Kong arcade games and Walkman vs. Discman. Plus, we'll settle the score once and for all: Terminator or RoboCop? Get ready for a nostalgia overload as we explore the December 1984 movie scene with Beverly Hills Cop, Dune, and Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo. We'll also reminisce about favorite TV shows like the premiere of Crazy Like a Fox, and the farewell of Captain Kangaroo, Pryor's Place, and Pooh's Corner. And of course, it wouldn't be 1984 without some musical magic! We'll revisit the release of Foreigner's "Agent Provocateur," featuring the iconic "I Wanna Know What Love Is," later covered by Wynonna Judd and Mariah Carey. We'll also celebrate the launch of VH1 and the global phenomenon, "We Are the World" by USA for Africa. Don't forget to check out our social media pages and see you next time for another nostalgic adventure! Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com STORE: https://nostalgiajunkies.printify.me/products Follow us on our Socials: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review! Check out ThrowbackBuys.com and use code: NJPOD for 15% off your next order!…

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Paramount's Power Rangers Movie, Rareware Nintendo Games, & 90s Snacks: A Nostalgic Deep Dive 1:14:43

10 weeks ago1:14:43

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Get ready for a blast from the past on this episode of Nostalgia Junkies! We kick things off with some exciting news: Paramount is officially developing a new Power Rangers movie, and we're diving deep into the ultimate fan casting, featuring our dream team from Cobra Kai. Next, we tackle the age-old debate in our This or That segment, brought to you by Throwback Buys (use code NJPod for 15% off your order!). We pit Pokemon against Digimon, Sunny D against Tang, and Street Fighter II against Mortal Kombat – the results might surprise you! But the real meat of this episode lies in a deep dive into the legendary game developer, Rareware. We explore their incredible history, from their humble beginnings with Battletoads and Beetlejuice to their groundbreaking work on the SNES with Donkey Kong Country. We'll discuss the rise and fall of their iconic franchises, including Banjo-Kazooie and Conker, and delve into the controversial Microsoft acquisition. And to top it all off, we're ranking the ultimate 90s snacks: think Hi-C Ecto Cooler, Bubble Jug, 3D Doritos, and so much more. This episode is a nostalgia-fueled journey you won't want to miss! Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com STORE: https://nostalgiajunkies.printify.me/products Follow us on our Socials: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review! Check out ThrowbackBuys.com and use code: NJPOD for 15% off your next order!…

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Rocket Power, Backyard Baseball, 90s Toy Aisle, Christmas Movies and Food 1:00:26

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In this episode, we blast off with a trip down memory lane, exploring the iconic Rocket Power theme song and its surprising connection to the legendary band Devo. We also dive into the exciting news of Backyard Baseball's return, bringing back childhood nostalgia for gamers of all ages. Get ready for a hilarious This or That segment as we debate classic toys like Lego vs. K'Nex, Gak vs. Silly Putty, and Bop-it vs. Simon. Then, we unveil our ultimate Christmas movie countdown, featuring timeless classics like Elf, Gremlins, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, Home Alone, Nightmare Before Christmas, A Christmas Story, and the controversial holiday action flick, Die Hard. We also indulge in some festive food talk, discussing the nostalgic appeal of popcorn tri-flavor tins, Danish cookies, Terry's Chocolate Orange, and the fun of 90s trivia cards. Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com STORE: https://nostalgiajunkies.printify.me/products Follow us on our Socials: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review! Check out ThrowbackBuys.com and use code: NJPOD for 15% off your next order!…

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80s Throwback: A Nostalgic Dive into November 1984 50:24

17 weeks ago50:24

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Rewind to November 1984 with us as we delve into the pop culture that defined the decade. From iconic films like Nightmare on Elm Street and Supergirl to classic TV specials like The New Leave It to Beaver and Charlie Brown Thanksgiving , we've got it all. We'll also discuss the legendary music releases of the month, including Madonna's Like a Virgin and Bryan Adams' Reckless . Plus, we'll debate epic villain showdowns and share our favorite 80s toys. Join us for a nostalgic journey back to the 80s! #80sNostalgia #RetroPodcast #PopCulture #80sMovies #80sTV #80sMusic #ThrowbackThursday Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com STORE: https://nostalgiajunkies.printify.me/products Follow us on our Socials: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review! Check out ThrowbackBuys.com and use code: NJPOD for 15% off your next order! Check out Chapter 2 Streetwear for some killer shirts!…

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Super Mario Bros. Movie, TMNT Next Mutation, and Teen Movie Lunch Table 43:35

19 weeks ago43:35

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The Nostalgia Junkies kick off the episode discussing their favorite iconic entries into the Super Mario and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchises that are hated by fandoms. The boys then share their recent pickups in their mail call segment. Alex opens a pack of shirts from Tees by Eazy and Cruz shares a big piece he's adding to his collection. Alex and Cruz then fire off a round of This or That: Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers vs. TMNT, Slap Bracelets vs POGs, Secret Life of Alex Mack vs Clarissa Explains it All. Next the boys get into the Meat and Potatoes of the episode. Who from iconic teen movies would you want to sit with at the lunch table? Alex and Cruz both choose five people from iconic movies from the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s to join them for lunch. Table mates range from Clueless to Teen Wolf to American Pie. Who would you want to sit with? Finally, the Nostalgia Junkies close out the episode with their continuing trivia battle! Can you answer the questions they miss? Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com STORE: https://nostalgiajunkies.printify.me/products Follow us on our Socials: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review! Check out ThrowbackBuys.com and use code: NJPOD for 15% off your next order! Check out Chapter 2 Streetwear for some killer shirts!…

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October 1984: Dave Coulier, More Transformers, and a Secret Nickelodeon Halloween Special 49:25

21 weeks ago49:25

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The Nostalgia Junkies kick off the episode discussing how AI has been impacting college classes and how they would've used the technology if it had been around when they were in school. Alex and Cruz then fire off a round of This or That: Cabbage Patch Kids vs Teddy Ruxpin, Gizmo vs Alf, and Gummi Berry Juice vs Popeye's Spinach. Next the boys get ready to dive into the past for the second episode of the Throwback series. Every month Nostalgia Junkies will be diving 40 years into the past. This month Alex and Cruz dive into October of 1984 and discuss everything from the Terminator, to the Dinobots premier on Transformers, to Charles in Charge, to Dave Coulier's big break before Full House. After some digging around online, they even uncover a secret "Nickelodeon" Halloween special of You Can't Do That on Television from October of 1984. Finally, the Nostalgia Junkies close out the episode with their continuing trivia battle! Can you answer the questions they miss? Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com STORE: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NostalgiaJunkiesShop Follow us on our Socials: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review! Check out ThrowbackBuys.com and use code: NJPOD for 15% off your next order!…

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Where has Power Rangers Been? Is Gamestop Retro a bust? Ranking Horror Movies 1:14:25

23 weeks ago1:14:25

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The boys start the episode discussing the lack of news around Power Rangers since Hasbro sold the toy rites to Playmates. Additionally, they discuss the impact that Gamestop Retro has had on the retro community and the potential that it holds. Next, Alex shows Cruz his most recent addition to his collection stemming from his love of Burger King. Alex and Cruz then fire off a spooky season round of This or That: Haunted Houses vs Hay Rides, Psychological Thrillers vs Slasher Films, and Goosebumps vs Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark. Next the Nostalgia Junkies rank classic horror movies from Cruz's childhood. Fun twist, Alex has never seen any of these movies before getting ready for this episode. The boys rank Troll, Halloween, Nightmare on Elm Street, The People Under the Stairs, IT, The Exorcist, Hellraiser, The Evil Dead, and Puppet Master. Finally, the Nostalgia Junkies close out the episode with their continuing trivia battle! Can you answer the questions they miss? Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com STORE: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NostalgiaJunkiesShop Follow us on our Socials: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review! Check out ThrowbackBuys.com and use code: NJPOD for 15% off your next order!…

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What is DC doing, Best fictional car, September of 1984 59:49

25 weeks ago59:49

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The Nostalgia Junkies kick off the episode discussing rumblings going on at DC under James Gunn. Will they cast Kumal Nanjiani to play Booster Gold? Will Jacob Bertrand join the Blue Beetle franchise? Alex and Cruz then fire off a round of This or That: Optimus Prime vs Optimus Primal, Delorean vs Ecto-1, and Cassette Tapes vs Vinyl Records. Next the boys get ready to dive into the past for the first episode of the Throwback series. Every month Nostalgia Junkies will be diving 40 years into the past. This month Alex and Cruz dive into September of 1984 and discuss everything from Karate Kid and Ghostbusters dominating the box office, The Cosby Show and Transformers cartoon getting their debut premiers, to even Madonna controversial "Like a Virgin" performance at the first ever MTV Video Music Awards. Finally, the Nostalgia Junkies close out the episode with their continuing trivia battle! Can you answer the questions they miss? Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com STORE: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NostalgiaJunkiesShop Follow us on our Socials: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review! Check out ThrowbackBuys.com and use code: NJPOD for 15% off your next order!…

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Marvel Mishaps, RetroWorld Expo, and 90s Nickelodeon Cartoons 1:00:23

27 weeks ago1:00:23

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The Nostalgia Junkies are back for the beginning of season 3! Alex and Cruz start off the episode discussing Marvel developments over the summer as well as the newly added companion channel on YouTube: No Cable Crew. The boys then discuss their recent trip to RetroWorld Expo in Hartford, CT and getting to meet fellow collectors MortsGarage, Phoenix Resale, Curtis from Pixel Game Squad, etc. Alex and Cruz then bring back "This or That" comparing Space Jam vs Sandlot, Bubble Yum vs Bubble Tape, and Rugrats vs Hey Arnold! Then the boys move into the Meat and Potatoes of the episode: Ranking 90s Nicktoons. Alex and Cruz rank shows from Ren and Stimpy to SpongeBob to Angry Beavers to Aaaah Real Monsters and more! How do their rankings compare with your own? Let us know in the comments or shoot them an email. Finally, the Nostalgia Junkies conclude the episode by breaking out a new deck of 90s trivia cards! Can you answer the questions they miss? Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com STORE: https://www.etsy.com/shop/NostalgiaJunkiesShop Follow us on our Socials: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review! Check out ThrowbackBuys.com and use code: NJPOD for 15% off your next order!…

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The Lost Episode: 90s TV Theme Songs! 41:57

28 weeks ago41:57

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One of our episodes was scrubbed by the algorithm...but its back! Check out this dive into our first season. The Nostalgia Junkies take their trivia battle on step further this episode! Alex and Brandon compete to test their knowledge of 90s TV Theme Songs. Can you get the TV themes faster? The two then share their thoughts and opinions on everything from All That, Kenan and Kel, Frasier, Everybody Loves Raymond, and even how Leonardo DiCaprio has had the Oscar stolen from him far too many times. Alex and Brandon conclude the episode with their episodic quiz on 90's trivia, can you answer their difficult questions?!? Email us your thoughts and comments: nostalgiajunkiesct@gmail.com Follow us on Social Media: INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ @nostagiajunkiespodcast⁠ TIKTOK: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkies⁠podcast ⁠ YOUTUBE: ⁠⁠ @nostalgiajunkiespodcast⁠⁠ Subscribe and Review!…

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Best 90s Saturday Ever!!! Cereal, Cartoons, Video Games, and More... 58:20

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