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Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
Release Date: 03/16/2026
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
Disney got seriously weird in the 1980s! From sinister carnivals to kids shrunk down to the size of insects, we're heading back to a decade when the Mouse House was trying just about everything. Jay and Shua revisit some of Disney's strangest, darkest, most ambitious, and most memorable live-action movies of the '80s. We'll talk about the movies that pushed technology forward, discovered future stars, scared an entire generation, and helped Disney find its way toward the blockbuster era. News Atari Retro Collections Are Coming - Atari is bringing back classic gaming experiences with...
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As the sun sets on another spectacular summer, we look back at the Hollywood blockbusters of olde! Big stars, bigger spectacles, long lines, popcorn, and movies that became events. We're heading to the theater for a trip through the history of the summer blockbuster! From Jaws and Star Wars to superheroes, animated adventures, and the biggest movies of the '80s and '90s, we're guessing which films ruled the summer box office. Plus, Jay and Shua talk about what made going to the movies such a memorable experience and whether the true summer blockbuster can still happen today. News Follow...
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Howard the Duck has been waddling around the Marvel Universe for more than 50 years, but 40 years ago he made his big-screen debut in one of the strangest movies ever to come out of Hollywood. We're getting our feathers ruffled and taking a look back at the movie that proved sometimes you just have to wing it! Was Howard the Duck really as bad as everyone said? We're looking at the history, the weirdness, the practical effects, the critics, and the legacy of this infamous 80s cult classic. News BingeBuster Becomes BingeBrowse - After receiving a cease and desist from Blockbuster,...
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Robert De Niro turns 83, so we’re celebrating one of the greatest and most versatile actors of his generation! From gangsters and boxers to comedians and intimidating fathers-in-law, De Niro has given us an incredible collection of unforgettable characters on Enjoy Stuff. Long before the Disney Renaissance, the Mouse House was taking some surprisingly bold chances with family entertainment. Join Jay and Shua as they revisit forgotten classics, share behind-the-scenes trivia, play a brand-new game, and discover why these quirky adventures deserve another look. News Indiana Jones...
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Take a trip back to the wonderfully weird world of Disney's live-action movies from the 1970s! From football-playing mules and alien cats to magical dragons and giant black holes, we're opening the Disney Vault to celebrate one of the studio's most creative and experimental eras. Long before the Disney Renaissance, the Mouse House was taking some surprisingly bold chances with family entertainment. Join Jay and Shua as they revisit forgotten classics, share behind-the-scenes trivia, play a brand-new game, and discover why these quirky adventures deserve another look. News Hollywood's...
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Take a trip through the incredible rise of computer-generated imagery as Jay and Shua explore the groundbreaking movies, visionaries, and technological leaps that forever changed filmmaking. From Westworld and TRON to Terminator 2 and beyond, it's a nostalgic look at the digital revolution that brought impossible worlds to life. Before CGI became invisible, audiences couldn't stop talking about it! Join us as we celebrate the artists, programmers, and filmmakers who transformed movie magic one pixel at a time. News Amiga Freeware Archive for the Commodore 64 - A massive archive...
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Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and enjoy Ferris Bueller once in a while, you could miss one of the greatest teen comedies ever made! Join Jay and Shua as they celebrate the 40th anniversary of John Hughes' classic with behind-the-scenes stories, thoughtful discussions, trivia, and plenty of laughs. Ferris Bueller's Day Off isn't just about skipping school; it's about friendship, growing up, and remembering to slow down and enjoy life. Grab your parade float, borrow a Ferrari (responsibly), and spend a perfect day celebrating one of the most beloved films of the 1980s. News...
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Take a stroll through the mall with Jay and Shua as they relive the glory days of food courts, arcades, music stores, and hanging out with friends. It's a nostalgic trip back to the place where so many great memories were made. From Orange Julius to KB Toys, Spencer Gifts to Aladdin's Castle, the guys celebrate everything that made malls the social center of the '70s, '80s, and '90s while sharing stories, movie memories, and a few laughs along the way. News Mario Kart Tour Reaches the Finish Line – Nintendo announced that Mario Kart Tour will shut down on September 29 after seven...
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It's Donkey Kong's 45th birthday, so we're climbing ladders, dodging barrels, and celebrating one of the greatest arcade games ever made! Join us as we explore the history, memories, and monkey business behind Nintendo's legendary gorilla. Donkey Kong changed video games forever, introduced the world to Mario, and inspired decades of sequels, cartoons, toys, and unforgettable moments. Grab a banana and a hammer as we celebrate 45 years of arcade greatness on Enjoy Stuff! News Starlog Magazine Returns – The legendary science fiction magazine is making a comeback this November after 17...
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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...
info_outlineThe Academy of TechnoRetro Dads rolls out the red carpet for the 2nd Annual MARTY Awards, celebrating the movies that audiences actually watched in 2025.
Join Jay and Shua as they honor the strangest categories, the quirkiest films, and even hand out the first ever BIFF award for the best idiotic feature film. It’s glitz, laughs, and plenty of movie nonsense as Enjoy Stuff gives Hollywood the awards show it deserves.
News
Frank Frazetta’s famous “Captive Princess” oil painting from 1973 is heading to auction, and collectors are preparing their treasure chests.
Universal may be planning an overhaul of the classic E.T. ride, sparking curiosity and nostalgia among theme park fans.
The cast of Firefly has been teasing something mysterious online, giving fans hope that the beloved sci-fi series may not be done just yet.
Science icon Bill Nye received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Children’s & Family Emmy Awards.
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What we’re Enjoying
Shua finally watched The Shawshank Redemption with Jay and discovered why it’s considered one of the greatest movies ever made. The story of Andy Dufresne’s resilience and friendship inside prison left a big impression, thanks to fantastic performances from Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman. Shua also gives an honorable mention to Pixar’s Hoppers, praising its thoughtful story about nature and humanity’s impact on it. Jay has been enjoying Ted Season 2, where Seth MacFarlane doubles down on his outrageous humor while still giving the series a surprising amount of heart. Beneath the crude jokes and talking teddy bear antics, the show manages to explore friendships and growing up in its own weird way.
Sci-Fi Saturdays -
This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay takes a look back at Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017). The film mixes humor, tragedy, and bold storytelling choices as the Resistance reaches one of its lowest points. By ending with the stable boy looking to the stars, the story reminds viewers that hope, and the Force, can come from anywhere. 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 The Martys!
TThis week Jay and Shua suit up for their fanciest tuxes (or at least their cleanest podcast T-shirts) as they host the 2nd Annual MARTY Awards. These alternative awards celebrate the movies of 2025 that didn’t necessarily get recognition from the big Hollywood ceremonies, but still entertained audiences everywhere.
Along the way, they hand out awards for everything from the best A24 film to the creepiest movie children, the best beard in a movie, and even the best Pedro Pascal performance. The night concludes with the debut of a brand-new award: the BIFF (Best Idiotic Feature Film), proving once again that the Enjoy Stuff awards are far less serious, and far more fun, than anything happening in Hollywood.
What movies do you think deserve an award? Help us come up with a new category. Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, “And the Marty goes to…” 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