Enjoy Stuff: Second Fiddles
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
Description Who. Does. Number. Two. Work. For? Every hero needs backup, whether it’s a loyal friend, a sarcastic commentator, or a fuzzy alien who growls encouragement. Hop in the sidecar and celebrate Sidekicks! From ancient epics to Saturday morning cartoons, sidekicks have evolved from audience stand-ins to the real heroes behind the heroes. Grab your wingman, wingwoman, or wing raccoon. It’s time to celebrate the second fiddles! News A new retro-inspired grip gives modern phones an old-school camera feel. Boston Logan Airport travelers can now kill time with...
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Enjoy Stuff: Pulp Culture
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
Description Pulp heroes were never meant to last, yet a century later they still loom large in comics, movies, radio, and television. This week, Jay and Shua dig into the larger-than-life characters born in cheap magazines that shaped everything from superheroes to sci-fi epics. From masked vigilantes to jungle lords and space adventurers, the guys celebrate the wild imagination, fast storytelling, and lasting legacy of pulp culture. It’s bold, brash, and absolutely stuffed with Enjoy Stuff energy. News The Greatest American Hero is returning! In comic form LEGO reveals of a new smart...
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Enjoy Stuff: And Now for Something Completely Different
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
This week on Enjoy Stuff, Jay and Shua tumble head-first into the wonderfully absurd world of Monty Python, celebrating the comedy troupe that made nonsense an art form. From silly walks to spam, it’s a fast-paced love letter to ridiculous genius. It’s…….Monty Python’s Flying Circus! Let’s dive head first into the pepper pot of silliness with the classic BBC comedy show that influenced generations. News Ghostbusters II’s River of Slime being turned into a five-hour cinematic ambience video, plunging viewers into the eerie tunnels beneath New York City. Dark Chocolate...
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Enjoy Stuff: Deep Thoughts with Jay & Shua
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
Sometimes the best conversations are the ones where everyone pauses to think before answering. But it's funnier if Jay and Shua kick off 2026 with ridiculous ones full of curiosity and pop culture wisdom, on Enjoy Stuff.. And now, Deep Thoughts, with Jay and Shua….Try answering some of these questions for yourself. Tribute to Rob Reiner Jay and Shua take time to honor the extraordinary career of Rob Reiner, reflecting on his unmatched run of films that shaped generations of movie lovers. With reverence and affection, they celebrate his ability to blend heart, humor, and humanity...
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TechnoRetrospective Redux
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
As the world feels louder and messier than ever, Shua and Jovial Jay take a breath, look back, and choose to Enjoy Stuff. The annual TechnoRetrospective revisits the moments, media, and memories that helped bring a little light through 2025. From movies and TV to books, games, and shared milestones, the guys celebrate what they loved, what surprised them, and what made the year worth remembering, and while looking ahead to what’s coming next. News Labyrinth 40th Anniversary returns to theaters January 8–11, 2026 The world’s largest vampire-themed attraction is planned for...
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Enjoy Stuff: ’Twas Three Nights Before Christmas
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
Celebrate the season with the world’s greatest detective as Jay and Shua unwrap a sleigh-full of Sherlockian fun. This week they explore the legacy, the films, and the lasting cultural footprint of the master of deduction. From Rankin/Bass favorites to Muppets, Peanuts, and claymation chaos, the guys share memories, laughs, and seasonal nostalgia. It’s a cozy trip through TV history with jingling bells and warm fuzzies. News Alexa users can now ask to play WSQK the Squawk and hear music straight from the show The oft’ forgotten RPG Toon has launched a second edition via...
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Enjoy (Stocking) Stuff(-er) 2025
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
Get in the holiday spirit with Jay and Shua on a special, musical episode of Enjoy Stuff as they help out at the Nakatomi Christmas party. Jay and Shua are earning some extra money by catering a party in a high rise. Some unexpected guests show up and change the plans. Now the boys have to figure out how to keep everyone fed and hydrated. Songs Featured Merry Xmas Everybody - Slade Christmas of Love - Little Isidor And The Inquisitors My Favorite Things - Postmodern Jukebox (ft. Robyn Adele Anderson) Run, Run Rudolph - The Electric Mayhem The Christmas Dance - Ringo Song ...
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Enjoy Stuff: Holmes for the Holidays
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
Celebrate the season with the world’s greatest detective as Jay and Shua unwrap a sleigh-full of Sherlockian fun. This week they explore the legacy, the films, and the lasting cultural footprint of the master of deduction. From classic portrayals to comedic twists, enjoy a festive look at Holmes history mixed with plenty of Enjoy Stuff merriment. Facebook friends, gather your clues and join the holiday investigation! News The First Snow of Fraggle Rock now streaming on Apple TV+, as of December 5. My Arcade launches the Pac-Man 45th Anniversary Collection of retro gaming...
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Enjoy Stuff: Famous Firsts-Part Deux
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
It’s the first week of December, so Jay and Shua return for another round of their hit game, Famous Firsts! They challenge each other to guess the opening lines of iconic songs and movies, and invite you to play along. Kick off December with some fun trivia and festive firsts! It’s the first time for the second time! What we’re Enjoying Jay recently attended a special screening of Almost Famous, reconnecting with the emotional power, music, and filmmaking magic of Cameron Crowe’s classic. The experience gave him a fresh appreciation for the characters and themes that have...
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Enjoy Stuff: Get Stuffed
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
It’s Thanksgiving week on Enjoy Stuff, and Jay and Shua are setting places at the table for the most eclectic, retro, and downright entertaining dinner guests imaginable. From icons to eccentrics, everyone’s invited to the feast! Join the guys as they talk turkey, share gratitude, and celebrate a holiday where everyone is family, and everyone is ready to Get Stuffed. News The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has dropped its first official trailer ahead of its April 3, 2026 release. Paramount has confirmed a new Star Trek film is moving forward with directors Jonathan Goldstein...
info_outlineSharpen your blade! This week on Enjoy Stuff we duel through the best sword fights in movie history, from Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone to Luke Skywalker and The Bride. En garde and Enjoy Stuff!
Whether you’re swinging a wrapping paper tube, a sharp saber, or just a stick, we all love the romanticism of sword fighting. Let’s look at the best ones in the movies.
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What we’re Enjoying
Jay celebrates Texas Massacre Day (Aug 18) with a special screening of the 1974 horror classic The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. Shua dives into the fascinating world of Disney fandom with AJ Wolf’s book Disney Adults
Sci-Fi Saturdays -
This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay takes a look at Coherence (2014), a twisty tale that truly defines the meaning of “coherence,” both in its story and its theme. Read Jay’s full breakdown on RetroZap.com. Also check out his latest work on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.
Enjoy Sword Fighting!
Sharpen your blade and tighten your grip! This week Jay and Shua celebrate the art of the sword fight, both in history and on the big screen. From legendary real-world figures like Miyamoto Musashi, Joan of Arc, and Julie d’Aubigny to Hollywood’s masters of swashbuckling like Errol Flynn and Basil Rathbone, they slice into the roots of swordsmanship and how it translates into movie magic.
They look at the evolution of sword fights on screen:
Silent Era swashbucklers like The Mark of Zorro (1920) with Douglas Fairbanks
Golden Age Hollywood spectacle in The Adventures of Robin Hood
Post-War Realism in Japanese samurai cinema (Seven Samurai)
Modern Era duels ranging from Star Wars lightsabers to Game of Thrones brutality
Plus, they salute the fight choreographers who make it all possible, Nick Gillard, Bob Anderson, Donnie Yen and break down famous sword fighting techniques like the parry and riposte, feints, disarms, and Iaido precision strikes.
Finally, they take a tour through some of cinema’s greatest sword battles:
The Princess Bride’s witty duel
Rob Roy’s brutal finale
Pirates of the Caribbean’s rolling water wheel fight
Kill Bill’s unforgettable Crazy 88 showdown
The operatic lightsaber clashes of Star Wars
And many more from Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon to The Lord of the Rings
What makes a sword fight truly great? Choreography? Stakes? Cinematography? First person that emails me with the subject line, “En Garde!” 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