When The Late Show with David Letterman premiered on August 30, 1993, it felt like a seismic shift in late night television. Viewers tuned in to see Bill Murray dance across the stage, Billy Joel play the first
Collecting isn’t just about finding old toys or tapes. It’s about touching the memories we left behind and reconnecting with the kid who once believed the world was endless.
A nostalgic look back at Rugrats, the Nicktoon that turned everyday childhood moments into unforgettable adventures and became a defining cartoon of the 1990s.
We’re joined by returning guest, Lee Eberhart to go behind the scenes of the pre-MCU Marvel Studios, discuss the 10 Greatest Comics Stories Pitched But Never Published, explore the rocky behind the scenes history of
We’re talking to fan-favorite comic book artist, Scott Kolins about his early days attending the Joe Kubert School, early gigs at Valiant and Marvel, rising to fame on The Flash with Geoff Johns at DC
In this WIZARDS Special Presentation, we’ve UNLOCKED an episode of our Patreon exclusive ToyFares: The Podcast featuring artist and toy designer, Adam Riches. Enjoy this preview of the 90s action figure conversation experienced monthly by
What are TANGENT TALKS? No segments, no script, no rules. In this debut episode, Adam and Michael begin the conversation talking about why comics are great, but soon branches off into conversations about why ads
The Wizard X-Men Special from 2002 has us talking New X-Men, Uncanny X-Men, Ultimate X-Men, X-Men Unlimited and more as we discuss this X-perimental period in the history of the Marvel Comics mutant saga with
The 1950’s introduced us to Tales From the Crypt, a wry, sardonic E.C. Comics series that turned the saccharine theme of good versus evil on its head. Like its comic predecessor and the HBO horror anthology
From spooky classics to family‑friendly favorites, these retro Halloween movies capture the charm, chills, and cozy nostalgia of Octobers past. Whether you want laughs, frights, or pure ’80s and ’90s vibes, there’s something here for every kind of fan.
When I think back on my childhood, the sitcoms of the 1990s depict how I wished Halloweens could have been. Everyone was dressed in cool Halloween costumes and attended parties with elaborately decorated houses full
In the golden age of TV specials, when Halloween was more about mood than merchandise, Disney delivered a rock-infused treat that still haunts the memories of fans who caught it live: DTV Monster Hits. Originally
After the success of the 1984 film Ghostbusters, a cartoon adaptation was inevitable. With most of the characters from the movie appearing in this series (though in slightly altered form…Ray was a bit chunkier and Egon
The Fugitive board game turned sixties TV suspense into a colorful cross‑country chase, letting families hunt the one‑armed man long after the episode ended.
Choose Your Own Adventure turned reading into exploration, letting kids shape wild stories filled with time travel, deep sea quests, haunted mansions, and unforgettable choices.
The original 1977 Star Wars is heading back to theaters in IMAX 70 mm, giving fans a rare chance to experience the unaltered classic exactly as it first appeared.
The following is an entry in this year’s TRN Essay Contest. Get the details on how YOU can enter here! Thanks to Benjanime for entering! Life ain’t easy. However you maintained your years from childhood to
These days we have our Nintendo Switches, Playstations, X Boxes, smartphones, and tablets. (I’m actually typing this article on my Christmas present from last year.) Back in the ’80s, in addition to gaming consoles, there
When I decided to take a look back at my high school soundtrack from 1996-2000, I realized something, it’s also my modern day playlist. Just as I’m still surrounded by the same old VHS tapes,
Planet of the Apes evolved from a daring sci fi gamble into a drive in favorite and cable TV staple, shaping generations with its wild ideas and unforgettable imagery.
Kids love building stuff. A casual visit to your local toy store will prove this, revealing shelves of time-tested construction toys like Legos, Erector sets, and Tinker Toys. One of the classic toys in this category is Lincoln
When video games like Pong began lighting up bars, basements, and rec rooms in the 1970s, the toy industry felt the tremors. Electronics were no longer the domain of hobbyists and engineers; they were becoming
Sealab 2020 felt like a quiet treasure of Saturday mornings, a thoughtful undersea adventure that blended science, exploration, and a sense of wonder you did not find in most cartoons of its time.
Crossbows and Catapults turned living rooms into battlefields, mixing creativity, chaos, and pure childhood excitement. It was simple, loud, and unforgettable, and it became one of the great action games of its era.
Play‑Doh began as a fading wallpaper cleaner before an inventive teacher helped transform it into one of the most beloved and enduring creative toys of the twentieth century.
Long before wrestling embraced spectacle, GLOW delivered it in spandex and glitter, turning Saturday afternoons into a riot of characters, color, and pure 80s energy.
Body Slam bottled the wild spirit of mid‑80s wrestling, blending rock music, big personalities, and Roddy Piper’s charisma into a chaotic comedy that now stands as a cult‑favorite snapshot of the Rock ’n’ Wrestling era.
Droids: The Adventures of R2‑D2 and C‑3PO gave kids a rare Saturday morning ticket back into the Star Wars galaxy, turning two familiar droids into unlikely animated heroes.
Released on June 27, 1990, Days of Thunder was Tom Cruise’s high-octane follow-up to Top Gun, reuniting him with director Tony Scott and producers Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer. Set in the world of NASCAR,
I think it’s been pretty well established that I think of the 90s as the best decade. I think it’s also been pretty well established that I watched A LOT of television during that time.
The 90s cereal aisle was a wild, colorful playground where imagination ruled. These forgotten favorites remind us of a time when breakfast felt bold, joyful, and full of surprises waiting beneath every cardboard flap.
From its cackling host to its blood-soaked morality tales, Tales from the Crypt remains one of the most iconic horror anthology series of the late 20th century. Airing on HBO from 1989 to 1996, the
When “U Can’t Touch This” dropped in 1990, it wasn’t just a hit. It was a cultural shockwave that turned parachute pants, bold swagger and Hammer Time itself into the unstoppable heartbeat of a new pop era.
