Features
Looking Back at Captain N: The Game Master
2019 marks the 30th anniversary of NBC pushing the start button on the Nintendo series, Captain N: The Game Master as part of their Saturday Morning lineup. CONTINUE READING…
Reviews
Features
Popcorn Unhinged: They Live (1988) Review
Popcorn Unhinged is a fantastic movie review site, and here at TRN, we’ll be syndicating some of our favorite reviews looking at movies from the ’80s and ’90s! If you like what you see here, head CONTINUE READING…
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Popcorn Unhinged: The Karate Kid (1984) Review
Popcorn Unhinged is a fantastic movie review site, and here at TRN, we’ll be syndicating some of our favorite reviews looking at movies from the ’80s and ’90s! If you like what you see here, head CONTINUE READING…
Features
Popcorn Unhinged: The Monster Squad (1987) Review
Popcorn Unhinged is a movie review site, and here at TRN, we’ll be syndicating some of our favorite reviews looking at movies from the ’80s and ’90s! If you like what you see here, head CONTINUE READING…
News
As Seen on Recurrent Events: Mountain Dew Voodew 2022
Back in Issue #4 of the new Recurrent Events newsletter, we told you that Mountain Dew Voodew was back. Well, it is here and Jason recently picked up a bottle at Walmart to give his CONTINUE READING…
Reviews
As Seen on Recurrent Events: Brach’s Tailgate Candy Corn
As I began curating the new Recurrent Events newsletter, one of the food related stories that motivated me to start doing some reviews again was Brach’s Tailgate Candy Corn. The new treat features Hamburger, Hot CONTINUE READING…
News
As Seen on Recurrent Events: Coca-Cola Dreamworld
Back in Issue #1 of the new Recurrent Events newsletter, I told you about the new Coca-Cola Dreamworld that was coming to stores. Well, it is here and I recently picked up a bottle at CONTINUE READING…
Podcasts
Ernest Goes to Camp at TRN Drive-In
The Retro Network Drive-In returns just in time for Summer Camp! To celebrate the special event, we recently screened the 1987 comedy film Ernest Goes to Camp starring Jim Varney. Join Adam (@hojukoolander), Wyatt (@infamouswb), and Jason (@RD80s) CONTINUE READING…
Podcasts
The Retro Network Presents: Stranger Things S4 Pt1 Roundtable Review
WARNING! This podcast INCLUDES SPOILERS for Stranger Things S4 Part 1! Please watch the season before listening as we won’t be held responsible for surprise trips to the Upside Down! In this episode of The Retro Network Presents, Eric CONTINUE READING…
Features
Weird Al Seriously Expanded Edition Book Review
I have always been weird. Just a little…off. In trying to relate to others, it was clear that I always interpreted life through a different prism than my peers, finding humor in off-beat concepts and CONTINUE READING…
Podcasts
The Retro Network Presents: Book of Boba Fett Roundtable Review
WARNING! This podcast INCLUDES SPOILERS for Book of Boba Fett and The Mandalorian! Please watch the series before listening as we won’t be held responsible for any Gaffi Stick shots to your brain! In this episode of The Retro Network CONTINUE READING…
Features
BraveStarr: The Legend Review
In my last post here, I stated that I think BraveStarr is one of the best 80s cartoons to adapt to a movie. I’ve long felt this way, so it came as a surprise to CONTINUE READING…
Podcasts
Groundhog Day at TRN Drive-In
TRN Drive-In returns with a holiday screening of the 1993 film Groundhog Day starring Bill Murray. Join Gary (@milehighsamurai), Karen (@KarenFlieger8), Tim (@OldSchool80s), and Jason (@RD80s) as they the journey to Punxsutawney, PA to watch Phil Connors experience CONTINUE READING…
Podcasts
First Blood at TRN Drive-In
TRN Drive-In returns with a special 40th anniversary screening of the 1982 film First Blood. Join Gary (@milehighsamurai), Eric (@Eric_Vardeman), and Jason (@RD80s) as they the journey to rediscover the movie started the Rambo franchise. You’ll CONTINUE READING…
Podcasts
The Retro Network Presents: Cobra Kai S4 Roundtable Review
WARNING! This podcast INCLUDES SPOILERS for Cobra Kai Season 4 and previous seasons so please watch the series before listening! We won’t be held responsible for any roundhouse kicks to your brain! In this episode of The Retro Network CONTINUE READING…
Features
‘Masters of the Universe: Revelation’ Review
I decided to resubscribe to Netflix recently after about a year-long hiatus. There was a mountain of TV shows that I wanted to finally watch, one of which was the Masters of the Universe: Revelation CONTINUE READING…
Hellions Talks
Hellions Talks: Hawkeye Finale Full Spoiler Review
On today’s episode of Hellions Talks, Kevin reviews the season finale of Hawkeye with FULL SPOILERS. What he liked, and thoughts on what comes next. Do not listen to this episode if you haven’t watched CONTINUE READING…
Hellions Talks
Hellions Talks: Spider-Man No Way Home Review
Hello listeners! I just saw Spider-Man No Way Home and I rushed home to share my thoughts. This podcast episode is FULL OF SPOILERS. I discuss everything in the movie in detail and my thoughts on it. Some CONTINUE READING…
Podcasts
Home Alone at TRN Drive-In
TRN Drive-In returns with a screening of the 1990 film Home Alone! Guests for this episode will include Tim (@OldSchool80s), Stacey (@GeekyVixen) and hosted by Jason (@RD80s). Relive this timeless classic including facts and box office stats, CONTINUE READING…
Events
Batman: The Long Halloween
Batman: The Long Halloween takes place in the early days of Batman. It follows Batman: Year One and sets the stage for all the super villains Batman fights throughout his career. Batman: The Long Halloween CONTINUE READING…
Jay Plays
Jay Plays Atari Combat: Tank Fury
In this review, Jay Plays Atari Combat: Tank Fury by Atari Inc. and Kung Fu Factory. This hybrid 3-match RPG game puts you amid an epic tank battle. Build your base and upgrade your resources CONTINUE READING…
Jay Plays
Jay Plays Dadish 2
In this review, Jay Plays Dadish 2 by Thomas K Young. Dadish and its sequel are independently developed 2D platform games that could have easily been released 30 years ago for the NES. The gameplay, CONTINUE READING…
Features
Yo Joe June: Hasbro Pulse G.I. Joe Announcements
Yesterday, Hasbro Pulse began the month-long celebratory salute to G.I. Joe entitled Yo Joe June! The overall exciting news was, for the entire month of June, all new Classified series and Cobra Island Joe’s will CONTINUE READING…
Jay Plays
Jay Plays Fridger Arcade
In this review, Jay Plays Fridger Arcade by Harrison Peterson. This independently developed arcade game is a homage to the cabinets of old. Rescue steaks as you climb to multiple levels and shoot chickens who CONTINUE READING…
