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Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
Release Date: 07/06/2026
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
It's Shua's birthday, and Jay has planned one of the most creative and heartfelt adventures in Enjoy Stuff history! Join us for gifts, games, surprises, friendship, and plenty of laughs as we celebrate another trip around the sun. Birthdays are about more than cake and presents. They're about memories, friendships, and finding joy in every moment. Plus, we talk entertainment news, celebrate a comedy legend, and share what we've been enjoying this week. News M&M's goes natural – Mars announced that its synthetic dye-free M&M's lineup will be dropping the blue and brown candies...
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We’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of Big Trouble in Little China with Lo Pan, Jack Burton wisdom, and a deep dive into why this cult classic still rules Chinatown after all these years. Jay and Shua explore this legendary movie through the Save the Cat beat sheet, trivia, and several hilariously weird “Hells” that test your knowledge of John Carpenter’s supernatural action-comedy masterpiece. News Super Mario Bros. auction - A sealed 1985 copy of Super Mario Bros. sold for a staggering $3 million, setting a new record for a video game auction. Escape from New York...
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Happy Father's Day earbuds! This week Jay and Shua celebrate superhero dads, father figures, and real-life fathers who proved that being a hero doesn't require a cape. From comic book legends and MCU favorites to incredible real-world stories of courage and sacrifice, the guys explore what makes a truly super dad and which fatherly superpowers would come in handy in everyday life. News Atari acquires Implicit Conversions, an emulation studio behind the Syrup engine to help bring more classic PlayStation-era games and other retro titles to modern platforms. NASA revealed the...
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Insert that cartridge to continue! This week Jay and Shua celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Nintendo 64, the groundbreaking console that brought 3D gaming into living rooms and changed the way we play forever. From legendary multiplayer battles and innovative controller designs to unforgettable adventures in Hyrule and beyond, the guys look back at the system that may not have won the console war but absolutely changed gaming history. News A fan-created version of Radiohead's OK Computer has been recreated entirely with Nintendo 64 game soundfonts, creating a fascinating...
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What happens when the world's most famous archaeologist goes head-to-head with the world's most famous secret agent? This week, Jay and Shua celebrate two 1981 adventure classics and defend why their favorite deserves the crown. From ancient artifacts to espionage, Raiders of the Lost Ark and For Your Eyes Only prove that adventure comes in many forms. Join us as we revisit these beloved films, share some retro news, and enjoy a few modern adventures along the way. News • A replica of KITT from Knight Rider at Illinois' Volo Museum keeps receiving traffic tickets thanks to a license...
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Everyone has to start somewhere! This week, Shua and Jay celebrate some of the biggest movie firsts in Hollywood history with a game all about debut films, first appearances, and famous cinematic beginnings. From legendary actors’ first movies to surprising co-star debuts, the guys test each other’s movie knowledge News Apple TV+ officially announced the premier date of Season 4 of Ted Lasso, featuring the return of Jason Sudeikis and many fan favorite cast members, with Ted now coaching a women’s football team. Operation: Iron Coffin is bringing a wild new twist to Dracula...
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Description Grab your flashlight and avoid the basement stairs because this week on Enjoy Stuff, Jay and Shua celebrate the glorious age of creature features! From giant worms and killer spiders to mischievous Gremlins and underground mutants, they revisit the movies that terrified and delighted an entire generation. Creature features, killer critters, giant worms, Gremlins, and underground monsters. This week Jay and Shua celebrate the gloriously weird movies that made Saturday afternoons unforgettable! Plus, Jay says goodbye to Sci-Fi Saturdays, and much more on a brand new episode of...
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It’s 1986 and the cereal is sugary, the TV knob is warm, and the Saturday morning cartoon wars are officially underway! Shua and Jay travel back to the golden age of animated chaos to decide which network truly ruled the weekend lineup. From Muppet Babies and Real Ghostbusters to Schoolhouse Rock and Hulk Hogan’s Rock ‘n Wrestling, the guys relive the cartoons, commercials, trivia, and unforgettable memories that made Saturday mornings legendary. Plus, Jay quizzes Shua on Schoolhouse Rock in a battle for educational cartoon supremacy. News Atari has officially acquired the...
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This week on Enjoy Stuff, Jay and Shua explore the heartfelt, sometimes awkward, and often unforgettable world of afterschool specials and “very special episodes” that tackled real-life issues with primetime sincerity. Let's revisit how TV tried to teach us lessons...whether we were ready or not. Grab your Lunchables and prepare for some emotional whiplash as the guys dive into classic TV moments, serious topics, and hilariously modern takes on what an afterschool special might look like today. News Welcome to Wrexham Season 5 premieres May 14. The docuseries follows Ryan...
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Ten years later, Rogue One still stands as one of the boldest Star Wars stories ever told, and we’re diving deep into what made it so special. From gritty war vibes to behind-the-scenes surprises, it’s time to revisit the rebellion. Join us as we explore the legacy of Rogue One, share what we’ve been enjoying lately, and celebrate a new season of fun, fandom, and fantastic conversations. News Kellogg’s brings back cereal prizes with a new Toy Story 5 promotion, marking their return after more than a decade. The Ted Lasso Season 4 trailer teases Ted’s return to AFC...
info_outlineIt's Shua's birthday, and Jay has planned one of the most creative and heartfelt adventures in Enjoy Stuff history! Join us for gifts, games, surprises, friendship, and plenty of laughs as we celebrate another trip around the sun.
Birthdays are about more than cake and presents. They're about memories, friendships, and finding joy in every moment. Plus, we talk entertainment news, celebrate a comedy legend, and share what we've been enjoying this week.
News
M&M's goes natural – Mars announced that its synthetic dye-free M&M's lineup will be dropping the blue and brown candies because those colors proved too difficult to recreate using natural ingredients.
Mel Brooks turns 100! – Legendary filmmaker, actor, writer, and EGOT winner Mel Brooks celebrated his 100th birthday and is preparing to return in the upcoming Spaceballs: The Next One.
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What we’re Enjoying
Shua has been enjoying Supergirl and came away genuinely impressed. He believes it's a heartfelt, entertaining superhero film that deserves to be judged on its own merits rather than online negativity, encouraging everyone to experience it for themselves and remember to Enjoy! Jay has been watching Spider-Noir and was pleasantly surprised by how well the series captures both comic book excitement and classic film noir. The option to watch it in either full color or black-and-white makes it a unique viewing experience, especially with Nicolas Cage leading the cast.
MCU Location Scout
MCULocationScout.com is Jay's ongoing project documenting and exploring real-world filming locations used throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe and related Marvel television productions. Through detailed research, photos, and travel guides, fans can discover where their favorite Marvel moments were filmed. Lately Jay has been adding locations from Spider-Noir, with some familiar locations that were used in other noir films. We also spotlight a memorable sequence from Spider-Man Homecoming featuring Vulture descending through the atrium of Atlanta’s iconic Marriott Marquis Atlanta. And don’t forget to check out all of Jay’s Sci-Fi Saturdays on RetroZap. You can also tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua breakdown Marvel properties and Superhero Suite for news on comics, movies, TV and more.
Enjoy Shua’s Birthday!
This week's episode is a birthday celebration unlike any other! Jay creates an elaborate interactive adventure filled with clues, puzzles, wrapped gifts, and surprises that takes Shua on a memorable journey celebrating friendship, nostalgia, and the importance of making experiences together.
Along the way the guys discuss the latest entertainment news, celebrate a milestone birthday for one of comedy's greatest legends, share what they've been watching lately, and spend plenty of time laughing together. It's an episode full of heart that reminds us that the best gifts aren't always the ones inside the wrapping paper.
Did you have fun on Shua’s birthday? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, “It’s your birthday!” will get a special mention on the show. Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com