Summer Camp 2022 Archives : The Retro Network

Announcing the Winners of the Summer Camp 2022 Writing Contest

As part of our Summer Camp 2022 event, we hosted a writing contest. We issued open invites across the internet, and several very talented people answered the call and provided us with their memories of

All About Saved by the Bell’s Summer at Malibu Sands

Jeff Sheldon

Like many other children of the 80s or 90s, I grew up watching Saved by the Bell. I previously wrote an article about something that has always puzzled some fans of the show, titled “Where Did

Jiffy Pop: The Campfire Classic We Still Love

Mickey Yarber

Popcorn has been around since the first Thanksgiving celebrated by this country, a gift from the Native Americans that we embraced then and still do. A staple of movie theaters since the early 1900s, the

Wax Pack Flashback: Comic Ball (1991-92)

Jason Gross

In this episode of Wax Pack Flashback, Adam and Jason both open packs Comic Ball cards from Upper Deck in 1991-92. These unique cards feature a baseball theme combined with Looney Tunes characters! Jason opens

Lawn Darts: The Most Dangerous Toy of All Time

Mickey Yarber

Starting in the 1970s, people began to cast a suspicious eye on the safety standards used in making toys. Parents and lawmakers began voicing their concerns and this led to new legal standards for what

Beach Dolls

The Retro Network

The concept of a beach/pool doll These are good budget dolls. What do most people wear to the beach? Not much. These are a good way to market dolls. They throw in a few beach

Summer Camp: The Campy Movies of My 80’s Youth, Installment #1

Eric Vardeman

They eighties were FULL of ridiculous, campy movies in every style and genre. This week, I’m reaching back into my younger days to revisit and review some of my favorites from the early and mid-eighties.

Summer Camp: The Campy Movies of My 80’s Youth, Installment #2

Eric Vardeman

It’s installment #2 of Summer Camp! As I re-watched all the movies I’m talking about this week, I kept remember other movies that needed to be on the list. I was so hard to choose!

Summer Camp: The Campy Movies of My 80’s Youth, Installment #3

Eric Vardeman

It’s installment #3 of Summer Camp! Before we get to today’s movies, I wanted to mention a couple of honorable mentions that didn’t make the list but are totally worth your time: Time Bandits (Netflix)

Summer Camp: The Campy Movies of My 80’s Youth, Installment #4

Eric Vardeman

It’s installment #4 of Summer Camp! A two more honorable mentions that require your attention: Time Rider: The Adventure of Lyle Swann (1982) and MegaForce (1982). Both are entertaining and both available to rent on

Summer Camp: The Campy Movies of My 80’s Youth, Installment #5

Eric Vardeman

It’s the last day of camp! Hopefully you’ve found a couple of this week to add to your “must watch” list. Hopefully you’ve found a couple to avoid as well. One last honorable mention: Howard