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Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
Release Date: 01/12/2026
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_outlineThis 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 Reese’s Puffs and Cinnamon Toast Crunch Peanut Butter hit the shelves
A Kansas public library has recreated some iconic scenes from The Breakfast Club to promote reading and community
Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends
What we’re Enjoying
Jay has been diving deep into the imaginative worlds of Andy Weir, enjoying The Martian, Artemis, and Project Hail Mary for their clever science, humor, and heartfelt storytelling. He shares how Weir’s blend of problem-solving and character makes each book feel like a cinematic adventure. Shua is loving the Harry Potter: The Full-Cast Audio Editions, now available on Audible, praising the huge ensemble of recognizable voices that bring the wizarding world to life. The immersive performances make it feel like listening to a blockbuster movie in audiobook form.
Sci-Fi Saturdays -
This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay gives ARQ (2016) the spotlight as he discusses this tense, time-looping science-fiction thriller. It’s an obscure one that is definitely worth a watch. 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 Spam!
Digging into the history of Monty Python’s Flying Circus, exploring how six writers, one animator, and one fearless Carol Cleveland changed comedy forever through sketch, satire, and surreal animation. Through 4 seasons of absurdist comedy, they broke the mold of what comedy was supposed to be.
Then we wrap things up with a playful game in which Jay reads the opening line of an iconic Python quote and challenges Shua to guess what comes next. Test yourself if you’re a Python fan to see if you can do better than Shua. .
Are you a Monty Python fan? Do you like Spam? Who won the English football cup in 1949? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, “This is a dead parrot” 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