Enjoy Stuff: 80’s-The Wonderful Weird of Disney
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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Enjoy Stuff: Blockbusting Summer
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Enjoy Stuff: What the Duck?!
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Enjoy Stuff: Mucho De Niro
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Enjoy Stuff: Live from the Disney Vault
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Enjoy Stuff: Digital Awakening
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Enjoy Stuff: Save Ferris!
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Enjoy Stuff: It’s A Mall World After All
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Title: Enjoy Stuff: More Fun Than a Monkey Full of Barrels
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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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Enjoy Stuff: Hippo Birdy Two Ewes, Shua!
Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast
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_outlineEveryone 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 mythology by dropping the famous vampire into World War II against a N*** vampire plague.
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What we’re Enjoying
Jay revisited the 1992 tech thriller Sneakers and appreciated how cleverly the film handles early computer security and espionage themes. He especially enjoyed the strong ensemble cast and the nostalgic look at pre-internet-era technology fears. Shua had a blast with The Mandalorian and Grogu and encourages everyone to simply enjoy the ride instead of overanalyzing every detail. For him, the movie captured the fun adventure spirit that makes Star Wars exciting in the first place.
Enjoy the Firsts!
June means summertime movies are officially here, and Shua and Jay kick things off by celebrating cinematic “firsts” with one of the most overly complicated game introductions in Enjoy Stuff history. From debut performances to first team-ups and breakout roles, the guys dive deep into movie trivia while keeping things light, silly, and packed with classic film knowledge.
Across three increasingly challenging rounds, Jay and Shua test each other on famous actors’ first films, the first time iconic co-stars appeared together, and which stars made their debut in memorable movies. Along the way they share laughs, surprising trivia, and plenty of appreciation for the strange and wonderful beginnings of Hollywood careers.
How did you do? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, “That’s a First” 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