Enjoy Stuff: Earth's Mightiest Fathers
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Enjoy Stuff: If You're Not N, You're Out
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Enjoy Stuff: Licence to Excavate
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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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Enjoy Stuff: Who’s On First?
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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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Enjoy Stuff: Afternoon Creature Features
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Enjoy Stuff: Saturday, Mourning Cartoons
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Enjoy Stuff: A Very Special Episode
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Enjoy Stuff: Rogue One Decade Later
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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...
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Enjoy Stuff: Hangin' with Hitch
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We’re hanging with the Master of Suspense himself as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Family Plot! Jay and Shua dive into Alfred Hitchcock’s final film, packed with twists, dark humor, and classic cinematic style. From bizarre kidnappings to behind-the-scenes trivia, the guys explore Hitchcock’s legendary career while sharing some retro fun and modern entertainment picks. It’s a suspenseful and lighthearted look at one of film’s greatest directors. News A new Mortal Kombat movie is in development, which naturally brings renewed attention to another Street Fighter reboot....
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Enjoy Stuff: Happy BirthJay!
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
It’s a full-on birthday celebration as Shua and Jay honor another year of Jovial greatness with games, memories, and plenty of laughs. From origin stories to multiversal adventures, this birthday episode is packed with fun, surprises, and a whole lot of Enjoying Stuff! What we’re Enjoying Jay has been enjoying The Completely Made Up Adventures of Dick Turpin, a comedic series about an unlikely leader of a band of misfits who stumbles into outrageous adventures while evading a corrupt thief-taker. He found it to be a fun and humorous reinterpretation of a classic character, with...
info_outlineYou betcha! Jay and Shua head up to the snowy Midwest to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Fargo and explore the wonderfully weird world of the Coen Brothers.
From woodchippers to wild film trivia, we dig into dark comedies, sci-fi fun, and some seriously enjoyable pop culture picks.
News
A Ready Player One graphic novel adaptation is arriving this fall with a Target-exclusive release ahead of a wider 2027 launch.
Spaceballs 2 is officially set for April 23, 2027, bringing back Mel Brooks, Rick Moranis, and more for a long-awaited sequel.
The original stars of Charlie’s Angels reunited at PaleyFest LA to celebrate the show’s 50th anniversary.
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What we’re Enjoying
Shua is fired up about the Artemis II mission and the excitement it’s generating around science, exploration, and human achievement. He highlights how inspiring it is to see the world come together around discovery and encourages everyone to embrace curiosity and learning. Jay has been enjoying Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice, a time-travel comedy on Hulu starring Vince Vaughn. A fun, entertaining ride with plenty of humor and a chance to see Vaughn stretch his performance in double the ways.
Sci-Fi Saturdays -
This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay looks into Bumblebee (2018), diving into why it stands out in the Transformers franchise. Is it the emotional core of the film? Maybe the character-driven storytelling elevates it beyond typical robot battles. Both John Cena and Hailee Steinfeld bring depth and authenticity to a story about connection and growth. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. This week he’s added some new locations from Daredevil: Born Again season 2. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.
Enjoy Chicken Fricasee!
Jay and Shua bundle up and head into the snowy cinematic world of the Coen Brothers, and the 30th anniversary of Fargo. Along the way, they explore the early years of Joel and Ethan Coen, breaking down how their unique storytelling style evolved through crime dramas, comedies, and genre-bending films.
From the gritty beginnings of Blood Simple to the quirky chaos of Raising Arizona and the award-winning brilliance of Fargo, the discussion is packed with humor, insight, and appreciation for the brothers’ unmistakable voice. It’s a fun, fast-paced look at a decade-plus of filmmaking that changed indie cinema forever.
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