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Iconic Voice Behind He-Man John Erwin Has Died

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John Erwin, best known for the voice of He-Man, has died. TZ has reported that the 88-year-old passed away from natural causes on Dec. 20, 2024, at his California home. Erwin made his onscreen debut in

Mattel Electronics Catalog
Toys

Time Capsule: 1981 Mattel Electronics Catalog

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Most of us grew up in the glory days of catalogs. While we mainly remember the Sears Wish Books at Christmas, there were numerous other catalogs as well. The thing they all had in common

Mattel Electronics Football
Toys

The LED Revolution: How Mattel Electronics Football Invented Mobile Gaming

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For a lot of people, their first experience with any kind of video game football was the classic Mattel Electronics Football.

General

4 Times Movies and TV Shows Dangerously Misrepresented Lawyers

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Lawyers have fascinated filmmakers and audiences for years. The tense courtrooms and the lives in the balance are perfect fodder for engaged viewing. Perhaps it’s down to the ability to sink into the ongoing drama

Captain Planet
Comic Books

Captain Planet is Returning in a New Comic Series

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The 90s environmental hero Captain Planet and his Planeteers are making a return in comic book form this April when Dynamite Entertainment launches an all-new Captain Planet series! Written by David Pepose (Space Ghost) with

Bayside High School
Television

Quiz: Can You Match the High School to it’s TV Show?

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Test your retro knowledge and see if you can correctly match up the high schools to the television shows they were featured on!

Video Slots
General

From Retro to Modern: How Online Slots Have Evolved Over the Years

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Since their inception, online slots have evolved from simple mechanical machines into sophisticated digital experiences that captivate millions of players worldwide.

Diamond Comics Distributing
Comic Books

Diamond Comics Distributors is Filing For Bankruptcy

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Diamond Comics Distributors, one of the biggest companies involved in getting comic books and graphic novels into the hands of retailers for purchase, is filing for bankruptcy and scaling its business back.

Lego Gameboy
Toys

LEGO Has Announced a Gameboy Set Coming in October

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LEGO and Nintendo have unexpectedly announced a special new set on social media! Although there is not a lot of information, or any images, they revealed in a short teaser video that a model of the 1989

Retro Eyewear
General

Retro Eyewear Models To Help You Channel Old School Style

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by Sustainability has been one of the most prioritized elements in fashion in the past few years,especially as Gen Z fashion sentiments dictate the trends for enthusiasts and designers alike. With the new generation of

Toys

Super7 is Adding Silverhawks To It’s Reaction Figures Line

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Super7’s ’80s-inspired line of ReAction Figures expands with the SilverHawks team. SilverHawks Wave 1 includes Bluegrass with Hot Licks, Mon*Star (Pre-Transformation), Quicksilver with Tally Hawk, and Steelheart with Rayzor.  Standing at 3.75 inches tall, these

General

What Is Fire Stampede Connect and Collect?

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One of the reasons social casino operators like Fortune Coins are more popular among players is their access to new free games every now and then. These gaming sites have a system that offers the

Movies

The Top Movies of 2025 – What To Expect

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After 2024 delivers its share of blockbusters on the silver screen, it is time for us to gear up for a 2025 full of cinematic adventure. The upcoming year is set to bring in a

Staycation
General

Streamlining Your Staycation With Mobile Convenience

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Not every adventure requires boarding a plane or packing your bags. Sometimes, the best escapes happen right at home—cozying up with your favorite shows, diving into exciting games, or simply unwinding with activities that bring

General

’80s Tunes To Nail At Home On the Piano: A Guide For Beginners

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Nostalgia. That bittersweet emotion that someone gets when they remember something from their past with fondness and a bit of sadness. For most people, a core part of feeling nostalgic is hearing a song from

Ewoks
Cartoons

From Endor to Saturday Morning: The Animated World of the Ewoks

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Those cute, bear-like denizens of Endor, first introduced in Return of the Jedi, received their own show two years later (not to mention some new action figures…). The Ewoks had proven their continued popularity in the

Podcast

TRN Time Machine Podcast Rewind: Retro Rumble Thanksgiving Special

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Food Fight! This classic episode of the TRN Time Machine Podcast from the archives features the Retro Rumble: Thanksgiving Edition as Jason and Mickey chose between food battles for a special Thanksgiving-themed episode! Using suggestions from our

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