Ready 2 Retro
236 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago -A Spreaker Prime Podcast of three friends (Max, Chelsea and Chris) who love all things nostalgic. They're READY 2 RETRO....are you?
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Episode 178: "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" (2014) with @tessllanos & @ninjatoitles
April 19, 2024 20:27 - 1 hour - 155 MBReady 2 Retro has reviewed every TMNT movie upto date, except for two. The Michael Bay movies. To give a 10 year retrospect on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014) joining us is of course Joey from @ninjatoitles and our #podcastcousin @tessllanos! In this episode, we dive into why this movie wasn't as fondly welcomed when it was first released and how the legacy of it since then. But don't be alarmed, this isn't a whole episode of us bashing this movie to pieces. We also discuss where the mo...
Episode 177: "Disney's Sing Along Songs: Disneyland Fun" (1990) with Tess Llanos!
April 08, 2024 23:00 - 1 hour - 168 MBReady 2 Retro is transporting all the way back to 1990 and the 35th Anniversary of Disneyland "Disney's Sing Along Songs: Disneyland Fun", Joining this week is fellow Disneyland fan #podcastcousin Tess. Together they talk about the 1990 VHS Disney Sing Along Song special, favorite parts of Disneyland, the simplistic times of 1990s, Disneyland snacks, rides and so much more! Check out "Tess in the Multiverse Podcast": https://open.spotify.com/show/3DZPzatjbk8F9W94qWSr4O?si=9r1n0CnHSK6TsO5im...
Episode 176: 20th Anniversary of "Eurotrip" (2004) with Joey from @ninjatoitles
March 26, 2024 17:07 - 1 hour - 128 MB"Mi Scusi" but can you believe we've been singing "Scotty Doesn't Know" for 20 years now? Better believe it because "Eurotrip" had its 20th anniversay last month and @ready2retro is here to celebrate the occasion. Joining us this week is the "Godfather of R2R", Joey from @ninjatoitles, and together we talk about the type of rumor in 2004, the random cameos in this movie, the awesome soundtrack and our own history with this movie. As always, WE'RE READY 2 RETRO....are you?
Episode 175: 20th Anniversary of "Shaun of the Dead" with Jesse from @heartgodmedia
March 13, 2024 19:36 - 1 hour - 122 MBBelieve it or not, the "Zom-Com" classic made by Edgar Wright & Simon Pegg turns 20 years old this month! To help celebrate the occasion, our buddy Jesse from @heartgodmedia, joins Ready 2 Retro to give this film its flowers. In this conversation we discuss how stacked the year 2004 was for outstanding comedies, the unique film style that Edgar Wright possesses, the subtle humor that the Brits provide and weather or not we think we would survive a zombie apocalypse.
Episode 174: "Loki Season 2" (2023) with Eric Johnson
February 22, 2024 09:34 - 1 hour - 117 MBSPOILERS AHEAD! This week on Ready 2 Retro, we're mixing it up and reviewing some current content! Max is joined by his good friend Eric Johnson who is a lover of comics, storytelling and most of all, people. Join Max and Eric as they share their thoughts on the new season of "Loki" streaming on Disney+ which includes the incredible character arc Loki journeys throughout the MCU thus far, the incredible acting abilities of Tom Hiddleston and our personal thoughts on where we think the MCU is...
Episode 173: Valentine's Day "Say Anything" (1989)
February 14, 2024 09:25 - 1 hour - 123 MBHappy Valentine's Day! This week's episode, Max's wife, Jasmine joins Ready 2 Retro as both her and Max share about one of their favorite movies of all-time, "Say Anything" (1989). In this episode they talk about the incredible cast, the performance of young John Cusak & Ione Skye and they share about their own story of how they fell in love. Get the boombox out, put away the pen and get ready for Episode 173!
Episode 172: "A Tribute to Carl Weathers"
February 09, 2024 22:36 - 43 minutes - 80.1 MBOn February 1st, 2024, the legendary Carl Weathers passed away at the age of 76. Joined by Joey from Ninja Toitles, we here at Ready 2 Retro dedicated Episode 172 as a tribute to Carl Weathers incredible career!
Episode 171" "A Conversation with VFX Supervisor Peter Crosman"
January 31, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBEpisode 171 of the Ready 2 Retro Podcast is a conversation with VFX Supervisor Peter Crosman. Peter’s feature film credits include a diverse range of genres such as the Beatles-scored musical extravaganza "Across The Universe", fantasy comedies "Scooby Doo (I&II)" and "Flubber", dramatic narratives "Horse Whisperer", "Idlewild", and sci-fi thrillers "Independence Day", "Broken Arrow" and "Tank Girl". Be sure to listen to this fantastic conversation as Peter shares from his career, the proj...
Episode 170: "1994 Movie Draft" with @thenostalgiclatino, @ninjatoitles & @heartgodmedia
January 22, 2024 10:02 - 1 hour - 177 MB1994 had some incredible movies released and to give it the honor it truly deserves, Ready 2 Retro invited Carlos@thenostalgiclatino, Joey from @ninjatoitles & Jesse from @heartgodmedia to do the ultimate 1994 Movie Draft! The goal is for each person to assemble the best movie lineup using only 1994 films. There will be 5 rounds in total. The winner will be determined by votes on social media by the end of one week. Did the podcasters and content creators pick your favorite movies from 199...
Episode 169: "A Conversation with Actor Ben Fransham" (What We Do in the Shadows 2014)
January 11, 2024 07:40 - 51 minutes - 93.8 MBFor the first guest of 2024, Ready 2 Retro had the privilege of having a conversation with actor Ben Fransham! Ben is a seasoned actor from New Zealand who has been in many iconic projects such as Peter Jackson’s “Heavenly Creatures” (1994), “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” series, “Ash vs Evil Dead” and his most recognizable role as “Petyr” in 2014’s “What We Do in the Shadows”. Be sure to take a listen to Episode 169 as Ben Fransham shares many stories from the set, his background...
Episode 168: "Top Movies from 2023"
January 04, 2024 06:55 - 1 hour - 117 MBIt has become an annual tradition that Ready 2 Retro begins the new year with a list of top movies from the previous year. 2023 to 2024 is no different! Join Max & Chelsea as they give you their favorite movies from 2023. Will your favorites be on there? Find out and listen! Also, let us know what your favorite 2023 movies are by DMing us on IG @ready2retro or sending us an email at [email protected]
Episode 167: "Lord of the Rings Round Table Conversation Part 2"
December 23, 2023 20:03 - 1 hour - 116 MBPart 2 of @ready2retro's "Lord of the Rings Round Table Conversation" is here! Join Max, The Duchess of Horror, #podcastcousin Tess and Jasmine as they share more thoughts and their love for this incredible series. The episode ends with a LOTR movie trivia game and is join by Tess' husband, John Llanos! Join along on the trivia challenge and tell us how well you did at home by emailing us at [email protected]!
Episode 166: "Lord of the Rings Round Table Conversation Part 1"
December 15, 2023 10:31 - 58 minutes - 107 MBThe Fellowship of Ready 2 Retro was contrived for one purpose only, to geek out over LOTR! Join Max, Jasmine, #podcastcousin Tess and the Duchess of Horror Chelsea, as four nerdy friends share their love for the franchise as they explain their favorite film of the LOTR series, who the best Hobbit is, Arwen or Eowyn and so much more! “One does not simply skip over a Ready 2 Retro Episode”
Episode 165: "A Conversation with Orc, Phil Grieve" (Actor from Lord of the Rings)
December 06, 2023 08:05 - 53 minutes - 97.9 MBTo kickoff #lortmonth here on Ready 2 Retro, we have the honor to have a conversation with actor Phil Grieve! Phil was in all three "Lord of the Rings" movies as various orcs and most recently was in Amazon's "The Rings of Power" series. Join in the conversation as R2R's own Fellowship ask Phil questions about his experience on set, the process of applying prosthetic makeup, New Zealand and just as with every guest, we put him in the HOT SEAT! If you're a fan of LOTR, you DO NOT want to miss...
Episode 164: "Harriet the Spy" (1996) (Week 4 of Nick November)
November 28, 2023 07:54 - 55 minutes - 102 MBWeek 4 of Nick November is here! This week we are talking about one of the most significant movies in Nickelodeon history, "Harriet the Spy" (1996). Being that "Harriet the Spy" is the first movie ever to be produced by "The Orange Splat", we definitely had to give it the Ready 2 Retro treatment. Join Max & Chelsea as they revisit this film for the first time in over two decades!
Episode 164: "Harriet the Spy" (1996) (Week 2 of Nick November)
November 28, 2023 07:54 - 55 minutes - 102 MBWeek 4 of Nick November is here! This week we are talking about one of the most significant movies in Nickelodeon history, "Harriet the Spy" (1996). Being that "Harriet the Spy" is the first movie ever to be produced by "The Orange Splat", we definetly had to give it the Ready 2 Retro treatment. Join Max & Chelsea as they revisit this film for the first time in over two decades! This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact u...
Episode 163: 3 "Are You Afraid of the Dark" Episodes with Dean & Alex from Return Revenge Resurrection ( WEEK 3 NICKNOVEMBER)
November 21, 2023 00:42 - 1 hour - 172 MBIn week 3 of #nicknovember we huddle around the campfire to tell spooky stories from everyone's favorite scary kids show "Are You Afraid of the Dark?". Joining this week is Dean & Alex from the Return Revenge Resurrection Podcast! We will be diving into three specific episodes from our past: "The Tale of the Nightly Neighbors", "The Tale of the Shiny Red Bicycle" and "The Tale of Old Man Corcoran". So grab your security blanket, grab a flashligh and listen to the episode now!
Episode 162: "Fifteen" with John Speas from Blast From Our Past Podcast (NICK NOVEMBER)
November 10, 2023 07:50 - 1 hour - 111 MBThis week on @ready2retro, we are joined by John Speas from the Blast From Our Past Podcast to talk about the much obscure and even more forgotten, Nickelodeon show "Fifteen". In this episode we discuss the more adult themes the show focused on, the DRAMA between the charaters, how horrible Brooke was to the rest of the characters and how Ryan Reynolds' acting career was launched in this show. All this plus a special announcement about the future of BFOP! So trevel back to the early 90s and ...
Episode 161: "Ghost Story" from Salute Your Shorts aka "The Zeke the Plumber Episode"- NICKNOVEMBER
November 06, 2023 00:11 - 1 hour - 186 MBThe first offical #nicknovember episode in 2023 is an absolute classic! Beyond just Nickelodeon fans, Salute Your Short's Zeke the Plumber episode called "Ghost Story" is a generation-defining moment for all Millennials. @ready2retro does an unconventional method of review for "Ghost Story;" we go scene by scene and do an in-depth overview of this memorable Nick episode. Joining in the conversation is Jesse from the Sight & Sound Podcast from @heartgodmedia. If you know who Zeke the Plumber...
BONUS EPISODE: R2R's Annual Halloween Special (2023)
October 31, 2023 08:04 - 39 minutes - 72.9 MBHAPPY HALLOWEEN! Every year on Halloween, Ready 2 Retro drops a bonus episode to our listeners. This year Chelsea & Max rant about "Five Nights at Freddy's", their experience at Knott's Scary Farm, the Chucky Series & Son of Monsterpalooza! We hope you've enjoyed another nostalgic spooky season with Ready 2 Retro! See you next month for #nicknovember!
Episode 160: "The Blob" (1988) with Filmmaker Andy Foreman
October 28, 2023 18:28 - 1 hour - 168 MBOur 50s classics remade in the 80s theme comes to a conclusion with our review of the much underrated sci-fi/horror film, "The Blob" (1988)! Joining again this week is filmmaker and cinephile, Andy Foreman. Listen now to the conversation as we discuss the differences between the 50s and 80s renditions, the amazing practical effects and Andy is quizzed on how well he knows 50s films from 80s bands. This and so much more. We're READY 2 RETRO... ARE YOU?!
Episode 159: "The Blob" (1958) with Filmmaker Andy Forman
October 21, 2023 16:42 - 1 hour - 142 MBWe are traveling back to 1958 to review one of the most popular sci-fi/horror movies from the 1950s, yes, we are talking about THE BLOB starring a young Steve McQueen. Joining @ready2retro this week is filmmaker, comic enthusiast and cinephile, Andy Forman. Listen to our conversation as we dive into the film and Andy gives a breakdown of his experience at Halloween 45!
Episode 158: "Conversations at Cons"
October 16, 2023 16:01 - 28 minutes - 51.9 MBWe interrupt our "50s Classics Remade in the 80s" theme for a short episode with conversations at cons! Back in July, Ready 2 Retro covered LA's biggest horror convention "Midsummer Scream".We already recorded our full reactions and experiences on Episode 148 (click here to listen), but what we did not include in that episode was our FULL interviews with Jamison Newlander, actor who played "Alan Frog" in The Lost Boys, and G Tom Mac, musical artist who composed and performed "Cry Little Siste...
Episode 157: "The Fly" (1986)
October 06, 2023 06:17 - 1 hour - 121 MBOctober is here which means our new theme for the month is "50's Classics Remade in the 80's". We know it's not a great name but it was the best we could come with! Join us as we launch the theme with the one and only "The Fly" from 1986 starring Jeff Goldblum and Geena Davis. The Duchess of Horror returns as she surpringly admits this is her first time ever watchinf the film! How is this possible? She's a HUGE horror fan and gushes over Jeff Goldblum, so how could this be? There's a specif...
Episode 156: The 50th Anniversary of "The Exorcist" (1973) SPOOKY SEPTEMBER
September 28, 2023 06:48 - 47 minutes - 86.5 MBSpooky September wouldn't be complete without talking about the spookiest movie of all-time! This week on Ready 2 Retro, Max's dad, Tim, sits in the cohost seat for the very first time to talk about the 50th anniversary of The Exorcist (1973). Both Max and Tim share why this was the scariest the movie they've ever seen in their youth and why it took them 50 years (for Tim) and 20 years (for Max) to revisit this cinematic masterpiece. Hope you enjoy it. It was so much fun recording it!
Episode 155: "Children of the Corn" (1984) with Jesse from Heartgod Media SPOOKY SEPTEMBER
September 22, 2023 06:05 - 1 hour - 154 MB"OUTLANDER!" For the third week of #spookyseptember, Jesse from the Sight and Sound Podcast presented by Heartgod Media joins @ready2retro to talk about the 1984 film, "Children of the Corn". In this episode we discuss how underrated it is in the main stream horror culture, Linda Hamilton, the chills Malachai gives us and Jesse is tested on his Nebraska knowledge. It's a jam-packed episode with loads of spooky goodness!
Episode 154: "An American Werewolf in London" (1981) SPOOKY SEPTEMBER
September 14, 2023 08:12 - 1 hour - 126 MBBack in 2019, Max and Chris attended "Son of Monsterpalooza", one of LA's best horror conventions. While at the con, they attended Rick Baker's panel who was promoting his new book. This was Chris' introduction to Baker's master craftsmanship in makeup and design and after the con the two went back to Max's house to watch "An American Werewolf in London" (1981). For week 2 of #spookyseptember, Chris elected to revist the film to see if the magic of his first watch was just overhype. *Spoile...
Episode 154: "An American Werewolf in London" (1981)
September 14, 2023 08:12 - 1 hour - 126 MBBack in 2019, Max and Chris attended "Son of Monsterpalooza", one of LA's best horror conventions. While at the con, they attended Rick Baker's panel who was promoting his new book. This was Chris' introduction to Baker's master craftsmanship in makeup and design and after the con the two went back to Max's house to watch "An American Werewolf in London" (1981). For week 2 of #spookyseptember, Chris elected to revist the film to see if the magic of his first watch was just overhype. *Spoile...
Episode 153: "Puppet Master" (1989) with Geo Herrera @hellageo SPOOKY SEPTEMBER
September 07, 2023 04:50 - 1 hour - 118 MBSpooky September returns to @ready2retro and joining R2R for the first time is Geo Herrera (@hellageo)! Geo is a HUGE "Puppet Master" fan so it is only right that we reviewed the very first movie from the long list of films that is in this franchise. In this episode we cover the the inception of "Full Moon Entertainment", our favorite scenes from the movie and Geo shows off his collection of Pupper Master figures from the 1990s! Kick off the spooky season with us because WE'RE READY 2 RET...
Episode 152: A Conversation with Actor Nicolas Cowan ("Adam" from SURF NINJAS)
August 31, 2023 05:09 - 1 hour - 139 MBKWANTZU DUDES! It is back to back weeks celebrating the 30th anniversary of SURF NINJAS (1993)! But this week we are joined by actor/animator Nicolas Cowan who played "Adam" IN Surf Ninjas! That's right! The brother with the magical Game Gear joins Ready 2 Retro to share his love for the 90s, his experience while shooting the film and what "KWANTZU" actually means! This conversation is more fun than Moto Surf, heavier than any rad barrels and it'll get you so amped you won't want to bail du...
Episode 151: 30th Anniversary Celebration of "Surf Ninjas" (1993)
August 25, 2023 08:30 - 1 hour - 165 MBKWANTZU DUDES! It is the 30th anniversary of "Surf Ninjas" (1993)! There is no better way to celebrate than by having the expert of 90s culture, Myk O'Connor from @i_miss_the90s_yt YouTube channel, join us for the occasion. In this episode we do a deep dive into the film including sharing our favorite scenes, emphaszing how awesome Ernie Reyes Jr is, Myk does a Rob Schneider movie quiz, talking about the Game Gear and so much more! So get out your surf board, dust off your Game Gear and get...
Episode 150: "A Conversation with Andrew Joustra, Script Coordinator for TMNT: Mutant Mayhem"
August 16, 2023 15:54 - 1 hour - 132 MBCOWABUNGA DUDES! This week on @ready2retro we had the privilege to host Andrew Joustra who was the script coordinator on "TMNT: Mutant Mayhem" (2023). Listen to this conversation as Andrew shares many behind the scenes stories and personal reflections from his time on the film. In this episode you'll hear Kevin Eastman's (Co-Creator of TMNT) thoughts on the film, how Ice Cube approached his character as "Super Fly", the overall creative direction for "Mutant Mayhem" and so much more! It's a ...
Episode 149: "TMNT:Mutant Mayhem" (2023) with Joey from @ninjatoitles
August 11, 2023 06:44 - 1 hour - 137 MBCOWBUNGA! A brand new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle movie just hit the theaters, so you know we had to give the film the @ready2retro treatment! Joey from @ninjatoitles joins R2R again, as we talk about all things Mutant Mayhem! In the episode we share what we loved, what we wish was different, our expectations for the upcoming series and how awesome this movie is! It goes without saying SPOILERS AHEAD!
Episode 148: "Midsummer Scream 2023 Recap" with #podcastcousin Tess
August 03, 2023 05:54 - 59 minutes - 108 MBDuring July 28th-30th, @ready2retro had the absolute honor to cover Midsummer Scream 2023 as media! Joining along for the weekend's adventures was #podcastcousin Tess and she's with R2R for this specific episode to help give you the full breakdown of this amazing weekend. In the recap you'll hear why Midsummer Scream is the perfect launch to the Spook Season as R2R shares personal stories from the con...including meeting some of the cast members from "The Lost Boys" (1987)! We're Ready 2 ...
Episode 147" A Conversation with Director/Writer/Producer Brian Levant"
July 26, 2023 02:19 - 1 hour - 123 MBReady 2 Retro had the privilege to have a conversation with this week's guest, Brian Levant. Brian is a veteran writer-producer of TV sitcoms and director of Hollywood family-oriented features that include projects such as "Happy Days" (1974-1984, "Mork and Mindy" (1978-82), "Beethoven" (1992), "The Flintstones" (1994) "Jingle All the Way" (1996), "Snow Dogs" (2002) and that's just to name a few. Brian comes on this week to talk about his illustrious career and the release of his book "My L...
Episode 146: "Steve Guttenberg Appreciation Episode" with Two Dollar Late Fee
July 15, 2023 22:51 - 1 hour - 128 MBThis week on @ready2retro, for the very first time ever, we're hosting Zak & Dustin from the Two Dollar Late Fee Podcast! It is no secret that Zak & Dustin are HUGE Steve Guttenberg fans, so it was without a doubt that we needed an episode ALL about THE GUTE! Join R2R and $2LF as we give you three superb movie suggestions with Steve Guttenberg!
Episode 145: "30th Anniversary of Free Willy" with Jesse from @heartgodmedia & Jasmine
July 08, 2023 18:38 - 1 hour - 161 MBIt is the 30th anniversary of "Free Willy" and here at Ready 2 Retro we're celebrating the occasion! Joining us for the occasion is Jesse from @heartgodmedia and Jasmine! Together we talk about the cultural & environmental impact the movie had for the care of marine life moving forward, the stellar cast, and overall how well this movie still holds up 30 years after!
Episode 144:"The 30th Anniversary of Jurassic Park Part 2" with Elliot from @walkinglegendstudios
June 28, 2023 07:49 - 1 hour - 143 MB@ready2retro concludes #jurassicjune the same way we started it. Episode 144 is PART 2 of our 30th Anniversary Celebration of Jurassic Park (1993)! Returning to R2R is Elliot from @walkinglegendstudios as him, Chris and Max share about the Jurassic Park merchandise, the ride from Universal Studios in Hollywood, the arcade and so much more! If you are a Jurassic Park fan in any sense of the phrase, then you don't want to miss this episode!
Episode 143: "The Land Before Time" (1988) with Adam Speas from the BFOP Network (Jurassic June Week 3)
June 22, 2023 06:26 - 1 hour - 122 MBIt is week 3 of Jurassic June and you know there was NO WAY that we weren't going to talk about this movie this month. Finally it is here, our review of Don Bluth's "The Land Before Time" (1988). Joining us in the co-host chair this week is our buddy Adam Speas from the Blast From Our Blast Network! In this review we talk about Don Bluth's rise to animation greatness, the tragic story of Judith Barsi, our nostalgic tears and share a lot of laughs!
Episode 142: "The Flintstones" (1994) (Jurassic June Week 2)
June 14, 2023 07:39 - 1 hour - 139 MBIt is the 2nd week of Jurassic June and we are going back to 1994 to vist the modern stone-age family from the town of Bedrock...Steven Spielberg's "The Flintstones"! In this episode we look at the history of how the film was made, comment in length about the incredible set-design, the cast, and the unforgettable marketing this movie had on 90s kids. So get in your Flintmobile, turn on the speakers and have a yabba-dabba-doo time a dabba-doo time, you'll have a gay old time with READY 2 R...
Episode 141: "The 30th Anniversary of Jurassic Park Part 1" with Elliot from @walkinglegendstudios
June 08, 2023 01:19 - 50 minutes - 91.8 MBOne of the most iconic movies turns 30 years old! Join Chelsea, Max and Chris as we dive into Steven Spielberg's masterpiece, "Jurassic Park". Joining the conversation is dinosaur enthusiast and HUGE JP fan, Elliot from @walkinglegendstudios. In this episode we share why this movie was so influential to our personal stories, the iconic cast, difference between the book and movie, AND we share what our spirit dino is. Check out PART 1 of our 30th anniversary celebration now!
Episode 141: "The 30th Anniversary of Jurassic Park" with Elliot from @walkinglegendstudios
June 08, 2023 01:19 - 50 minutes - 91.8 MBOne of the most iconic movies turns 30 years old! Join Chelsea, Max and Chris as we dive into Steven Spielberg's masterpiece, "Jurassic Park". Joining the conversation is dinosaur enthusiast and HUGE JP fan, Elliot from @walkinglegendstudios. In this episode we share why this movie was so influential to our personal stories, the iconic cast, difference between the book and movie, AND we share what our spirit dino is. Check out PART 1 of our 30th anniversary celebration now! This show is ...
Episode 140: "The Launch of Season 4"
May 31, 2023 16:25 - 18 minutes - 33.6 MBJoin Ready 2 Retro for Episode 140 as we launch Season 4 of the podcast! Chelsea, Chris and Max are all in-person as they share about their retro pizza party, what's coming up in Season 4 and during recording one of the greatest moments of the podcast to date happened. What exactly happened? You're just going to have to listen! Thank you listeners and followers for all your support throughout these last three years. We've met so many incredible people and made some special friendships along ...
Episode 139: "Top 10 Intros from 90s Cartoons" with Musician M.K. Khan
May 25, 2023 05:59 - 1 hour - 121 MBThere is no disputing that cartoon themes from the 1990s were absolutely DA BOMB! From Cartoon Network, to Nickelodeon, Kids WB, Fox Kids, The Disney Afternoon and even PBS Kids, the competition for children television was stiff. So what was going to get kids watching the network's shows instead of their competitor's? Catchy intro songs! Ready 2 Retro took on the undertaking of trying to rank the top 10 intros from 90s cartoons. Joining along for the adventure is first time guest @khansynth!...
Episode 138: "A Conversation with Composer David Newman"
May 18, 2023 06:00 - 58 minutes - 108 MB@ready2retro is proud to announce that our latest episode is with the legendary composer David Newman. David Newman’s career spans over five different decades and includes numerous iconic projects including: "The Brave Little Toaster" (1987), "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure" (1988), "Little Monsters" (1989), "The Mighty Ducks" (1992), "The Sandlot" (1993), "Anastasia" (1997), "Galaxy Quest" (1999), "Ice Age" (2002), "Girls Trip" (2017) and "West Side Story" (2021), just to name a few. Joi...
Episode 137: "Mars Attacks" (1996) with Myk O'Connor from "I Miss the 90's"
May 11, 2023 06:48 - 1 hour - 149 MBEpisode 137 of @ready2retro will make you want to shout "ACK! ACK!". That's right, this week R2R takes you back to 1996 to reminiscence about Tim Burton's sci-fi-comedy, "Mars Attacks!" Joining the co-host chair this week is Myk O'Connor from the YouTube channel "I Miss the 90's" and together him and Max share their thoughts on the film, talk about this insanely talented cast and dive into the conversation in the existence of aliens and UFOs! _________________________________________________...
Episode 136: "A Conversation with Actor Larry Hankin"
May 04, 2023 03:02 - 1 hour - 120 MBEpisode 136 of @ready2retro is a big one for the podcast! Joining us this week is the legendary actor/comedian Larry Hankin. Larry's career spans over multiple decades and he's featured in some incredible projects including: "Laverne & Shirley" (1977), "Escape from Alcatraz" (1979), "Annie" (1982), "Planes, Trains & Automobiles" (1987), "Home Alone" (1990), "Seinfield" (1993), "Friends" (1994), "Billy Madison" (1995), "Breaking Bad" (2010) and that's just to name a few. In this episode we h...
Episode 135: "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once & Always" (2023)
April 29, 2023 17:27 - 1 hour - 126 MBFor Episode 135 of @ready2retro, we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Power Rangers series by giving you our review of the recently released Netflix special titled "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once & Always" (2023). Joining the Megazord this week is a panel of lifelong Power Rangers fans including @kvngprimetime from @primenostalgiapod, @brettropod from @splatattackpodcast and introducing PR cosplayer Andrew Bruno (@goku2004arb). Together, we share our thoughts about the new special inc...
Episode 134: "Princess Diaries" (2001) with Jasmine & #podcastcousin Mary Tess
April 21, 2023 05:53 - 1 hour - 157 MBIt's time to "Shut up & Listen", "Get off the grass" and never forget, "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent." Ready 2 Retro's review of 2001's "Princess Diaries" is now available! Joining the co-host seats this week is Jasmine and #pocastcousin Tess! Along with Max, the three of them share about their nostalgic love for "Princess Diaries", talk about how elegant Julie Andrews is, share about Garry Marshall's approach to directing and so much more!
Episode 133: 40th Anniversary of "Valley Girl" (1983)
April 12, 2023 20:57 - 1 hour - 189 MBLike, OH MY GOD! April 2023 marks the 40th Anniversay of "Valley Girl" (1983) starring Nicolas Cage (first leading role) and Deborah Foreman! Joining @ready2retro for the celebration is "The ENFORCER" aka Jesse from @heartgodmedia! Join us as we shed light to this very underrated 80s gem, talk about the Hollywood & valley cultures during that time, Frank and Moon Zappa's hit song of the same name and we start off the podcast with a top 5 Nicolas Cage movie draft! Like, TOTALLY!