Enjoy Stuff: ’Twas Three Nights Before Christmas
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
Release Date: 12/22/2025
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
Description This week we celebrate the 40th anniversary of one of the most legendary video games of all time, The Legend of Zelda, and explore how it changed gaming forever. Grab your wooden sword and let’s head north. From dungeon bosses to Dodongo smoke signals, we break down the history, music, trivia, and lasting impact of Nintendo’s groundbreaking adventure. News A new trailer for The Mandalorian & Grogu has dropped, teasing familiar characters and confirming a theatrical release on May 22, 2026. DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney's Animal Kingdom is being reimagined into...
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Description This week we’re skipping the blockbusters for the weird, wild, and mostly forgotten gems. Grab your neural implants and alien blasters as we explore the sci-fi movies that time almost left behind. From cyberpunk head-scratchers to B-movie alien invasions, we revisit the fascinating, flawed, and surprisingly ambitious sci-fi films that didn’t quite make the Hall of Fame, but absolutely deserve another look. News Marvel Oreos - The Stuf of Legends has arrived with superhero-themed cookies. Millennium Falcon Pilot Chair - A detailed rolling chair replica inspired by...
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Description Love is in the air, and we’re sketching it with bold cartoon lines and bright ink. This week we celebrate romance the only way we know how; with pop culture mashups, animated crushes, and multiversal mayhem. From Hall Pass cartoon dream dates to swapping iconic movie couples across dimensions, we’re spreading the love one goofy reference at a time. News Monarch: Legacy of Monsters - Season 2 Trailer Drops – The Apple TV+ MonsterVerse series returns February 27 Disney Names Josh D’Amaro as Next CEO - The Disney Parks chief is stepping into the top leadership...
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Description With Artemis II about to launch, Enjoy Stuff looks back at humanity’s long obsession with the Moon, from ancient myths to modern sci-fi classics. Jay and Shua explore moon-centric movies, music, comics, and real-life lunar history, proving that whether it’s inspiring astronauts or werewolves, there’s always been something in the way she moons. News The Muppet Show arrives on Disney+ as a special event What we’re Enjoying Shua has been watching Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 and found it very faithful to the book, even if the pacing felt a bit slow...
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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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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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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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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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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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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...
info_outlineCelebrate 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 BackerKit
A massive 12” Godzilla Popcorn Bucket is now available for preorder from Alamomart.com, with a Mechagodzilla version stomping in this March
According to the Ready Player One timeline, the Oasis officially opened for business
Buck Rogers star Gil Gerard, who passed away at age 82.
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What we’re Enjoying
Shua has fully entered his Taylor Momsen era, diving into the music of The Pretty Reckless and embracing loud, confident rock energy that feels just right for the season. Jay revisited The Shining on the big screen, proving once again that nothing says “happy holidays” quite like a stay at the Overlook Hotel. It’s a chilling theatrical experience that somehow still fits perfectly into an unconventional seasonal watchlist.
Sci-Fi Saturdays -
This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay spotlights two thoughtful science-fiction films in his latest articles: Self/Less and The Martian (2015). Both explore identity, survival, and humanity’s future, making them perfect companions for reflective sci-fi viewing. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.
Enjoy Detecting!
This episode is a full-on nostalgia blast as Jay and Shua celebrate the holiday TV specials that once ruled the airwaves. They discuss what made these broadcasts feel so special, especially in an era when missing a single airing meant waiting an entire year for another chance.
From the classics of the 1960s through the 1990s, the conversation spans styles, musical moments, family traditions, and which specials left the biggest impressions.
And they wrap up with a fun gift-exchange segment that captures the warmth and camaraderie at the heart of Enjoy Stuff.
What did you get for Christmas? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, “Happy holidays” 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