After a 36 year wait, we have finally been graced with a sequel to the Tim Burton classic Beetlejuice. Enjoy Stuff looks back at the original and everything that has come in between, with a spoiler-free review of the latest. Plus, a tribute to James Earl Jones.

 

Let’s do a retrospective of Beetlejuice! From the original to the sequel that has just been released in theaters. Movies, cartoon, games, and more on Enjoy Stuff

 

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We pay tribute to the legend of the late, great James Earl Jones

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay did a rewatch of Ted Lasso season 3 and was reminded how incredible this show really was. With rumors of a season 4 possible, now’s a great time to go back and check out the jokes and the heart of the show starring Jason Sudeikis and a variety of very talented actors. Ted Lasso can be found on AppleTV+.  Shua is enjoying the new season of Only Murders in the Building starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. He’s not surprised that it’s good, but it’s been especially touching this season and still hysterical. Only Murders in the Building is on Hulu. 

 

 

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Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice is a sequel 36 years in the making. Opinions seem to be varied on how enjoyable it is. But we are going to take a look at the positive aspects of checking it out. We’ll start off by looking back at our experiences from the original. What did we think of it back then? Why was it so popular? We’ll analyze our feelings from all those years ago. Then we’ll look at everything that came after, such as the animated series and the video games. Then we’ll discuss what’s to like about the sequel. 

 

Have you seen Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice? Was it worth the wait? First person that emails me with the subject line, “The Juice is Loose” 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

Celebrate Bald is Beautiful Day with a look at what makes those chrome domes so appealing and discussing some of the most famous shiny, happy people on Enjoy Stuff! 

 

For as long as there have been follicles, there have been hair falling out of them. September 13 is officially Bald is Beautiful Day, so Jay and Shua get out the polishing cloths and celebrate the beauty and comfort of looking like Mr. Clean. 

 

News

Weird Al updating all his music videos to HD/4k on YouTube over last couple weeks

No longer just a gatekeeper, Sigourney Weaver has been cast in the Mandalorian and Grogu movie

AMC theaters is offering "Haunted" Icee for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice

Now, thanks to Hyundai, you can ride around in that most popular of 80s cars, the black sedan, but be nice to the environment. 

We know you’ve always wanted to try a convergence of Oreo and Coca Cola. Well, now you can! 

You can watch a totally fun and ridiculous reading of Star Wars: Attack of the Clones from celebrities and comedians in THE GREAT KAMINO KAPER

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua seems to be overcoming his avoidance of scary movies. He watched A Quiet Place: Day One with Lupita Nyong’o and Joseph Quinn. It was an intense addition to the franchise and gives us a terrifying origin story for our planet’s downfall. Jay is spending some of the waning summer days playing disc golf with his son. A cheap and easy activity that is lots of fun and gets you moving outside. Check your area for some disc golf courses, or just make your own.

 

 

Enjoy Life! 

For many years our culture has put a stigma on the simple and natural truth that a person’s head can be bald. Both men and women alike are susceptible to losing their hair in a variety of different ways. But we here at Enjoy Stuff are here to pull you into the worldwide celebration of Bald is Beautiful Day! BIBD was created by John Capps from Moorehead City, NC. (I’m not kidding!) John started the Bald Headed Men's Convention over 50 years ago and the momentum hasn’t slowed down. Many people proudly sport the shinier side of their melon, including a variety of famous people. Join us as we sing praises to cue balls everywhere on Enjoy Stuff!

 

How do you show off your head? Are you a part of the proud bald army? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Bald and beautiful” 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

 

Revisit the Steve Martin classic All of Me for its 40th anniversary. Jovial Jay and Shua have tons of laughs at this fun retro comedy. 

 

We love Steve Martin. And that’s why we had such a good time rewatching All of Me. Tune in to Enjoy Stuff to hear all about this 1984 Carl Reiner film. 

 

News

Say What? A season 4 of Ted Lasso? It may be coming

There’s a Beetlejuice Beetlejuice menu at Denny's and it may send you to the afterlife

Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story has a trailer and is coming to theaters soon  

Are you ready for a John Williams documentary? Of course you are! It must be done, and it’s coming.

 

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Greedy people may annoy all of us, but they make for an entertaining movie. Jay enjoyed the Joseph Gordon Levitt dark comedy Greedy People. It has a lot of twists and unexpected surprises that keep you entertained. So be prepared for an unexpected ending. Shua revisited the 1979 new beginning for a franchise. Star Trek - The Motion Picture may not be the best Trek film, but it has it’s merits, and it kept the universe alive. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay reluctantly added the 2007 adaptation of the much loved 80s cartoon Transformers. This Michael Bay film was definitely a spectacle, but could it live up with our expectations? It depends who you ask, but either way, Jay breaks it down and gives his analysis on Sci-Fi Saturdays. Read his article on RetroZap.com.  And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. There are some new locations from Agents of SHIELD season 3. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.  

 

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40 years ago Steve Martin’s movie career was really on the rise. He teamed up for the fourth time with Carl Reiner for the “body swap” comedy All of Me with Lily Tomlin. She plays Edwina Cutwater, a very rich woman who is about to die. Instead of coming to terms with it, she has hired a Swami to put her soul into Terry Hoskins, the daughter of Edwina’s stable master Fred. But in a freak accident, she gets put in Steve Martin’s Roger Cobb instead. Now he has to find the Swami to fix it all. It was a fun concept and holds up today. We look back on it all and talk about why we love it. 

 

Have you seen All of Me? Would you swap your soul into another body? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Back in bowl” 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

What album can you listen to without skipping any tracks? Drop the needle with Enjoy Stuff as we look at some of our top "perfect" albums. 

 

Some albums are so great to listen to that you just want to keep listening. We love music and it’s pretty hard to pick just a few amazing collections, but we grab a few to share this week. 

 

News

The Poltergeist house is up for sale, but you may not want to put in a TV

Star Wars: The Acolyte has been canceled

Lock yourself in a room and try to get out of the Only Murders in the Building Escape Room 

A PS5 version of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is coming

 

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In a rare display of bravery, Shua went to see Alien: Romulus. He thought it was a nice addition to the franchise and felt like a sequel to the first one. And there are some fun surprises. Jay decided to check out last year’s Paul Giammati’s character film, The Holdovers. He was pleasantly surprised by the acting and story. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay experienced the 2006 anime Paprika for the first time. It was a cool action movie about a dream machine in the vein of Inception and Dreamscape. In the end, he enjoyed it and can recommend it. Read his article on RetroZap.com.  And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. There are some new locations from Agents of SHIELD season 3. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.  

 

Enjoy Music! 

This week we are looking at examples of a “perfect” album. Or at least a side of an album. To us, that’s the kind of album that you can listen to without wanting to skip a track. This is a subjective topic, of course, but we have a nice list of records that we think a lot of people love. Which ones did we pick? What did some of our Discord users pick? Listen to find out. 

 

What are some of your perfect albums? How do they make you feel? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Drop the needle” 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

Jump back 40 years to a classic time travel movie with The Philadelphia Experiment. Jay and Shua reminisce and compare it to another 80s flick on Enjoy Stuff 

 

Time skip back and forth through time with experiments connecting us to World War II. The Philadelphia Experiment takes us forward and The Final Countdown takes us back. 

 

News

We break down some of the biggest D23 News with plenty to excite everyone

Pop-Tarts releases the biggest pastry EVER!

Saturday Night is a new film that tells the story of the first broadcast of SNL

What do you think of the extremely sweet new treat at an Arizona stadium

Start planning great holiday gifts now with the Muppet version of Clue

There’s a new horror documentary series from Shudder

Best of luck to all the Paramount Television Studios employees that lost their job in the shutdown

Ready for some pumpkin spice? 7-11 has you covered

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay was reminded of a Michael Keaton movie from earlier this year called Knox Goes Away. It starts off as a movie about an assassin who is looking to get out of the business. But it quickly turns unique when you find out that Keaton’s character has a quickly worsening form of dementia. You can check it out on Apple TV+ or Max. Shua grabbed an old Sci-Fi paperback from his shelf called Earthship and Starsong by Ethan I. Shedley. It never made it into the annals of sci-fi legends, but it is an interesting tale of humans' quest (and selfishness) for survival in the universe. Unfortunately we made enemies of everyone else in the universe. You can find this book on Amazon and other online sources. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay has reminded us of a 2006 Hugh Jackman movie called The Fountain. This unique movie tells a similar tale about a doomed couple from different time periods of history, which spans thousands of years. Check out all of Jay’s articles on Sci-Fi Saturdays, only on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. There are some new locations from Agents of SHIELD season 3. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.  

 

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40 years ago, a movie was released that was based on a possibly true story from 40 years before. Michael Pare and Nancy Allen star in the Philadelphia Experiment. Pare and Bobby DiCicco’s characters get flung forward in time to 1984 following a failed Navy experiment in World War II. Their problems weren’t over because they were still connected to the bizarre vortex that sent them there, causing painful outbreaks of electricity. Plus, the scientist who caused the accident, did it again with a whole town. Now Pare has to get back to stop it. 

 

The movie is often compared to another WWII time travel movie called The Final Countdown. In that movie, the time travel happens in reverse, sending the USS Nimitz back to 1941 just before the attack on Pearl Harbor. Which movie did it better? We compare them and explain which one we like the best. 

 

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The Philadelphia Experiment and 

The Final Countdown

 

Which movie did you like better? Would you rather go forward in time or back? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Philadelphia Freedom” 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

It's senior year at Enjoy Stuff! As our 4th season continues, the guys look back at everything involved in Enjoying senior year. Proms, yearbooks, graduations and more! Jay and Shua hope you have the time of your life on Enjoy Stuff!

 

We’ve seen your year, and it’s gonna be awesome! After years of hard work, students around the world celebrate their final year of school by embracing their head honcho status. What can you enjoy senior year? Find out this week. 

 

News

Now you can stay at a Star Wars themed Air BnB

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew premiere date has been revealed (and check out the teaser trailer)

Did you watch Jim Henson Idea Man to Make making its broadcast debut on ABC?

Warriors, come out to play-ee-ay! The classic movie is being reimagined as an album

Only Murders in the Building is getting a board game

The Orville Season 4 may actually begin production in early 2025

The Monster Cereals lineup will now include marshmallow pets

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua is Enjoying a new late night show starring young comedienne Taylor Tomlinson called After Midnight. It’s a pretend game show where comedians and celebrities answer goofy questions about the internet and modern day goings-on. Clips of the CBS show can be found on YouTube. Jay is watching the new Time Bandits homage created by Taika Waititi. It’s only a few episodes in, so we are reserving judgment. It doesn’t feel exactly like Terry Gilliam’s original, but it is a cute story in it’s own right. You can find Time Bandits on Apple TV+.

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay feels like he may have watched the movie before. 2006 Deja Vu is a time travel movie with a bit of a different point of view. Denzel Washington investigates a terrorist attack by looking back into the past. Check out all of Jay’s articles on Sci-Fi Saturdays, only on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. There are some new locations from Agents of SHIELD season 3. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.  

 

Enjoy Senior Year! 

It’s the 4th season of Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast! And that means that it’s our Senior Year! So this week, in the wake of the beginning of school for many students, we look back at our High School Senior Year and a bunch of things we looked forward to in our final experience with public school. From senior pictures, proms, and graduations we hope that everyone’s senior year was a celebration of a lot of years of hard work. 

 

How was your senior year? What college should Jay and Shua apply to? First person that emails me with the subject line, “HAGS” 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

Your quest begins! And what are you looking for? A MacGuffin! It's one of the most prevalent plot devices in movies. Where did it begin? Where did the name come from? How is it used? ...wait, I just made another 3 MacGuffins...Join Jay and Shua as they dig deep into some of the most famous MacGuffins in history on Enjoy Stuff!

 

You’ve got to find the secret object before the other characters do! It’s important! 

 

News

There’s a new Weird Al single - Polkamania

RIP Bob Newhart 

Alien popcorn bucket and Deadpool and Wolverine popcorn bucket

A Beetlejuice Beetlejuice full trailer has been released

The Rings of Power Season 2 is almost here

Kevin Smith Reveals Jay & Silent Bob 3 Title and Story

Princess Leia's gold bikini sold for big bucks

Be sure to check out lots of news from San Diego Comic Con on Superhero Suite plus a review of Deadpool and Wolverine

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay took a trip to the other side of the world to Tuscany, Italy. It was a relaxing (yet very hot) trip to the old country to enjoy a little relaxing environment. Shua traveled to Anaheim, California and enjoyed Pixar Fest at Disneyland. They both had great vacations but are happy to be home. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays we talk about 3 different sci-fi movies that Jay has analyzed. Idiocracy makes some bold (and sometimes accurate) predictions of the future of our country. The Prestige was a bizarre tale of two competing magicians and a Tesla machine. And Children of Men presented a scary dystopia where there are no new babies in the world and how that is really going to screw us up. Educate yourself and check out all of Jay’s articles on Sci-Fi Saturdays, only on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. There are some new locations from Deadpool 1 and 2 in preparation for the new movie. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.  

 

Enjoy MacGuffins! 

You’ve probably heard of a MacGuffin, but do you actually know what it is? MacGuffins themselves have been around about as long as stories, but the term originated in the 1920s and was made popular by the master, Alfred Hitchcock himself. While Hitchcock believed that the MacGuffin isn’t important to anyone but the characters in the story, George Lucas believes that it can be a very strong emotional connection to the people enjoying the story. 

 

Which MacGuffin philosophy is stronger to you? What’s your favorite MacGuffin? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Your mission, if you choose to accept it…” 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

 

Jay and Shua play a round of Geek Out that you can Enjoy while they are on vacation. Play along with the guys as they try to reference the most pop culture. It's a special LITE episode of Enjoy Stuff!

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How did you do? Got some Geek Out topic ideas? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Geek Out” 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

 

Let the battle commence! Nothing enhances an action movie quite like two classic characters battling it out! Jay and Shua examine the elegant grace of 'vs' movies!

 

VS movies! It's like standing in the hallway watching two other kids fighting it out and you're not the one getting in trouble. Hollywood discovered years ago that audiences wondered what it would be like if some of their favorite characters duked it out. Let’s find out!

 

News

The cookie makers, Crumbl is making a cereal. You can get your fix at Costco

Michael J Fox plays guitar with Coldplay at Glastonbury Festival concert in England

Haven’t you always wanted to visit the world’s largest potato masher? Now you can!

Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge has some cool 5th anniversary merchandise available at Disney World

The new Time Bandits trailer has been released

 

 

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After writing about Serenity for Sci-Fi Saturdays, Jay couldn’t help going back to check out the 2002 series Firefly. It was such a great idea for a new universe. While we wish we could have gotten more episodes, we are grateful for the ones we have. Shua watched the new Ron Howard documentary about an entertainment icon. Jim Henson: Idea Man laid out the interesting and sometimes disjointed life of the main behind the Muppets. It’s a very enlightening watch. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay breaks down the groundbreaking and almost experimental 2006 film A Scanner Darkly. It’s an animated film starring Keanu Reeves, Robert Downey Jr. and several other well-known Hollywood elite. Based on a 1977 novel by Philip K. Dick, it takes place in a dystopian future but has some important messages for us today. Check out the breakdown now. Make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. There are some new locations from Deadpool 1 and 2 in preparation for the new movie. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.  

 

Enjoy Movies! 

In the 1940s, Hollywood had found a strong audience for monster movies. Dracula, Frankenstein, and many more. We also craved our sci-fi attacks. But what if we started pitting some of those creatures against each other? It’s like the classic boxing matches that everyone got excited for. 

 

When Godzilla arrived on screen, it didn’t take long to see how the battles could be even bigger! (pun intended) Those ‘vs’ movies started with him battling another behemoth star named King Kong. The pandora’s box of ‘vs’ ideas had been open and now creators were matching all kinds of characters so that now we have a whole slew of exciting flicks. Jay and Shua generate a random list of characters and try to decide who would win if they made a movie with them. 

 

What vs movies do you like? Which characters would you like to see go toe-to-toe? First person that emails me with the subject line, “In this corner…” 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

Come join the science party as Shua celebrates his birthday doing science! 

 

To give you the best show this week we Science the Stuff out of Shua’s birthday. We remember the scientists that helped teach us growing up and play a fun science trivia game. 

 

News

Happy 98th birthday to comedic legend Mel Brooks!

RIP to classic character actor Martin Mull

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Before Shua Enjoyed his first hurricane in Cancun Mexico, he got the opportunity to swim with dolphins. It was a very cool experience that helped him get in touch with nature. Jay tuned in to the new Beverly Hills Cop movie on Netflix. It did a great job of using some of the things that worked with the originals while modernizing it for today’s audiences.  

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay examined an experimental movie called Aeon Flux. This 2005 Charlize Theron film was based on an animated show, but production problems affected the final outcome after the director was held back from doing what was needed to polish it properly. Still fun to check out. Make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. There are some new locations from Deadpool 1 and 2 in preparation for the new movie. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.  

 

Enjoy Science! 

It’s Shua’s birthday! So we decided to celebrate with one of his passions, SCIENCE! As we were growing up we were so engaged when we encountered science. Whether it was an educational show with Carl Sagan, Beakman, or Bill Nye, or hands-on activities in class we loved to experiment and learn how the world worked. 

 

Then Jay lays down some science trivia to see if Shua can stand by the knowledge he claims to have. And he opens his gifts to start his week of right. 

 

Do you like science? Which science shows did you learn from as a kid? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Science Rules!” 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

Celebrate doing everything yourself on this "Independence" Day. Enjoy Stuff looks at their favorite Indie Films, how they got made, and what their influence is.

 

Independent films are made with limited budgets and sets but that doesn’t mean they are going to be bad. Let’s examine some great indies and why we like them. 

 

News

Bill Nye the Science Guy is getting a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame 

Quick Review of Star War-eo’s

RIP Donald Sutherland

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay found an old black and white noir film called The Big Combo from 1955. It had some great examples of the mystery movies of the time. And some great performances from a few people you might recognize, such as Lee Van Cleef. Shua has been watching a very retro show on the Shout! Studios YouTube channel called Space: 1999. This was a show, pre-Star Wars that inspired Shua to enjoy sci-fi. You can check it out now, along with some other cool retro shows. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay revisits the cinematic story from the Firefly universe. Serenity came out in 2005 in response to fans of the show that wanted more after its untimely cancellation. The movie also successfully tells a story of a fun western/sci-fi hybrid world. Check it out today!  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 Movies! 

This week in the United States is Independence Day. A time for the country to celebrate breaking away from a big empire. So this week we look at some filmmakers that break away from big empires of movie studios to do their own thing and get out a story that they are passionate about. 

 

Well-known directors such as George Lucas, John Carpenter, George Miller, Kevin Smith, and Quentin Tarantino all got their starts by making small, independent movies. Not all filmmakers garnish as much power as these directors. Some remain small, but no less dedicated to their work. So kick up your feet and put on a movie that you may not have heard of before. 

 

Are there independent films you recommend? What makes them enjoyable? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Your loan has been denied” 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

 

Celebrate 40 years of Ghostbusting as we look back at the anniversaries of the first two movies. Enjoying Stuff makes me feel good!

 

Jay and Shua Enjoy the 40th anniversary of Ghostbusters and the 35th of the sequel. It’s a double date with Gozer and Vigo on Enjoy Stuff

 

News

Boba Fett has become the most valuable toy in the world 

Mel Brooks becomes 4th person in history to earn PEGOT status 

Is there a Spaceballs sequel in the works? 

Alan Tudyk’s comedy series Resident Alien has been renewed for season 4

Alamo Drafthouse bought by Sony Pictures

 

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua was not ashamed to bust out the tissues as he watched the latest Pixar story featuring all our crazy emotions in Inside Out 2. It was a really great representation of becoming a teenager and can help people understand what emotions feel like. Jay is enjoying his newly installed built-in cabinets. This isn’t one of those sitting-in-the-middle-of-the-room knock offs. No, these things are built right in there. So next time you need to hide from a pack of furry, toothy, alien critters, these are perfect for you! 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Obi-Wan Kenobi trades Coruscant for an island in the 2005 futuristic thriller The Island, starring Ewan McGregor and Scarlett Johansson. Set in a seemingly utopian society, our heroes make a discovery that cranks up the action and suddenly they will have to make their escape. Check it out today!  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 Movies! 

In 1984 Ivan Reitman presented a unique and entertaining comedy that most people thought would never work. Written by Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis, and Rick Moranis, it told the story of some unusual scientists who make a paranormal discovery  that would transform New York into… You know what? You already know the plot. What really made this movie stand out was the comedy of Bill Murry, Dan Aykroyd, and all the other popular actors and comedians that filled the screen in every scene. It became the number one movie of the year, even beating out Indiana Jones!

 

But how could they ever follow up the success? The inevitable sequel came out 5 years later. When we find the boys this time, they are a little down on their luck. Luckily, an evil, possessed painting is going to put them back in business. Peter and Dana are no longer together and she even has a baby from a failed marriage. While this sequel didn’t match the success of the first movie, it was still a fun romp with the dead and we got to see that humor again. 

 

What’s your opinion of the first two Ghostbusters films? What are your favorite parts of both? First person that emails me with the subject line, “I ain’t ‘fraid of no ghosts” 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

 

We knew the dame was trouble as soon as she walked into our office. That's probably what Jack Nicholson thought in Chinatown. We celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of the best written movies of all time on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Come along with an in depth discussion into cinema as we break down the iconic movie Chinatown starring Jack Nicholson, Faye Dunaway, and John Huston. 

 

News

Atari’s classic game Tarzan has been found and restored

Some Alamo Drafthouse locations have been part of a bankruptcy claim

The newly revamped Country Bear Jamboree in Disney World gets a premiere date

Check out the Mortal Kombat ‘blood’ filled soundtrack album

Dick Van Dyke has just become the oldest Emmy winner ever!

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay grabbed a Marvel comic book series from 2011 called Legion of Monsters. It’s a riotous romp with classic comic monsters like Morbius, Werewolf by Night, the Living Mummy and Manphibian. Time to get spooky! Shua has been very busy, but has high praise for the 1970 documentary film Let It Be, all about the Beatles famous rooftop concert. After all the work Peter Jackson did on the Get Back series last year, they were able to restore the original and it looks great!

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay cultivated some red plants with the Spielberg version of War of the Worlds (2005). Tom Cruise leads up this modern day (and more accurate) telling of the classic 1898 HG Wells novel. It made for a much darker and realistic version people may not have been expecting. But we continue to be grateful that those Martians caught a cold. Check it out today!  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 Movies! 

Since Chinatown was released in 1974, it has held its spot on many lists of great screenplays. Written by Robert Towne and directed by controversial director Roman Polanski, it tells the story of Private Investigator Jake Gittes, who is hired to find out if a woman’s husband is cheating on her. But things get complicated quickly as Jake discovers that the man is a high ranking official with the LA Water and Power Company and is being paid to steal water during a drought. The corruption goes very deep and Jake is thrown into it much deeper than he ever imagined (pun intended)

 

This movie brings the audience along with Jake as he discovers the clues as they get more and more complex. I was a noir film, with some of the tropes that go along with that, but it defied expectations of characters and plot twists. Film classes still teach this film as an example of great writing and when you watch it through the lens of good cinema, it improves your experience tremendously. 

 

Have you ever seen Chinatown? If not, stop here and go watch it. Now have you seen it? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Let me tell you what I think” 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

 

This Father's Day we try to decide which sitcom dads best reflect what kind of Pops we are.  

 

Most people have a father figure in their lives. And a lot of times they come straight from TV. Join us as we try to decide which sitcom fathers are the most like us on Enjoy Stuff!

 

News

The Acolyte is now streaming on Disney+

A new book in time to remind you that you’re not such a bad dad called There Are Dads Way Worse Than You: Unimpeachable Evidence of Your Excellence as a Father

The Alien Romulus trailer drops and we’d scream but no one could hear us

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua was very impressed with George Miller’s latest post-apocalyptic story Furiosa. Action, brilliant cinematography, and smart themes enhance this masterpiece. Plus, Chris Hemsworth leaves his heroic persona behind for a delicious demented villain. Jay is getting up, and down, with the current film version of The Fall Guy!

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay revisited the blockbuster conclusion of the Star Wars prequel trilogy, Revenge of the Sith. A lot has been written about George Lucas’s finale, but Jay has some additional thoughts you won’t want to miss. Check it out today!  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 Fathers! 

Did sitcoms influence who Jay and Shua became as fathers? Of course they did! But which of the dozens of TV dads reflect their strongest characteristics? We find dads from 7 decades of shows that, even with their faults found ways to be good for their families. But we also pinpoint some of the other side of the coin with some pretty bad role models. It’s a Father’s Day celebration on Enjoy Stuff. 

 

Which TV Dad influenced you? Was Dr. Quest a bad dad? First person that emails me with the subject line, “No more tattling!” 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

Prepare for a retro summer with Jovial Jay and Shua as they look at some fun summer activities that will make you feel like a kid.

 

What makes the best summer activities? And how can we feel like that again? Plus, we take a look at some classic 80s songs and make them our summer soundtrack.

 

News

Atari just acquired the Intellivision Brand

​​Post Cereals just dropped 3 new cereals to tempt us to sugar up this summer 

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F will premiere on Netflix July 3, 2024

RIP Disney Music Legend Richard Sherman

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay’s love for comics has led him to a new Marvel series by Garth Ennis about a captured Nick Fury who has to be rescued by Lt. Frank Castle. A wild action, war comic that brings back the feel of the past with the nuances of modern storytelling. Shua listened to an audible exclusive audio drama by actress Felicia Day called Third Eye. It’s her passion project about the magic world and how a ‘chosen one’ didn’t fulfill the prophecy of defeating evil, and is now living in shame. Comedy ensues with a star-studded cast. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay got crazy with a wild Godzilla movie that celebrated the 5oth anniversary of the king of the monsters. Godzilla Final Wars (2004) shows the Earth valiantly fighting monsters everywhere, when aliens arrive too. Who, oh who, will save us? ….oh yeah… Godzill.  Check it out today!  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 Summer! 

The season everyone anxiously waits for all year (until it gets here and they complain how hot it is) is finally here! Summer! As we grew up, we had all kinds of fun when school got out. Playing outside until the sun went down, then stalling until mom absolutely made us come in. We’d create games, find ways to stay cool, hang with friends, and so much more. Can we get back to those days? Or are they just a memory? Come with us as we explore the summer!

 

What did you do during the summer? Do you have more adult ways to enjoy yourself now? First person that emails me with the subject line, “I’ll take a creamsicle” 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

 

Launch yourself to Mars as we talk about some of our favorite aliens from Mars and beyond on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Jay and Shua quiz each other on aliens with some clues that the Earbuds can guess too! It’s a Martian extravaganza!

 

News

Star Wars and Oreos make a great combination!

‘Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story’ gets a U.S. release date 

The Middle Age Dad Jam Band records a great Billy Joel song

The Seventh Son - Dynasty Book 3 by Derek Beebe is now available

RIP Dabney Coleman

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua couldn’t contain his excitement for both IF and Unfrosted. IF is a very touching story about childhood and imaginary friends with tons of celebrity performances and a new, breakout star. Unfrosted was a hilarious interpretation of how Pop Tarts were created. Get out your toaster and Enjoy! Jay powered through another 5K on Memorial Day. Keep yourself fit and healthy and get out there and do something!

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay laid down the base coat with Primer. It is an artistic movie about time-travel that will blow your mind. This one is a thinker, and it pairs well with a brilliant article about the whole thing on Sci-Fi Saturdays. Check it out today!  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 Martians! 

Martians have been a go-to character for a very long time. Even in early literature from the mid 17th century, we saw evidence of our alien neighbors. And when the movies came around, our brothers-from-another-mother-world made for some cool sci-fi stories. Jay and Shua have put together a list of Martians, and other aliens, with clues to their movie or TV show of choice. Join us as we try to guess which ones made the cut. 

 

How did you do on the quiz? Which Martians did we miss? First person that emails me with the subject line, “My other car is a Q-36 Explosive Space Modulator” 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

Celebrate the anniversaries of two classic Indiana Jones movies. Temple of Doom and Last Crusade gave us brand new Indy adventures that felt completely different than Raiders. Jay and Shua have to choose to drink from a shrunken head or a holy grail on Enjoy Stuff. 

 

Do you like your Indy dark or family oriented? We celebrate Indy 2 and 3 on their anniversaries and share why we love them both. Plus, play along with some Indy trivia. 

 

News

Peacock gives Ted a season 2

There’s a new Choose Your Own Adventure graphic novel coming that pays tribute to a classic novel

Only Murders in the Building season 4 gets a teaser

Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power season 2 gets a teaser

RIP to legendary movie creator Roger Corman

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay sat down for a long, sandy movie marathon by watching Dune parts 1 and 2. Both create a truly gorgeous epic. Denis Villeneuve has created an amazing piece of art that tells Frank Herbert’s story in his own way. Shua was pleasantly surprised that Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes told a story that paid a lot of tribute to all of the Apes movies that have come before it. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay is getting ready to rumble with Alien vs. Predator. Even after all this time, it proves to be a fun action packed monster vs monster story. But it wasn’t a totally original idea. Listen to us discuss the movie and then go read Jay’s article. Check it out today!  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 Movies! 

Two Indy movies celebrate landmark anniversaries this year. Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom turns 40 and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade turns 35. We compare the two by looking at all their similarities and how they are totally different. Plus, we have a fun game to test your knowledge of these legendary adventures. Come have fun with the man in the hat!

Which Indy movie do you prefer? And are you covering your heart? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Fortune and glory belong in a museum” 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

 

Come back in time with us and celebrate the movies that honor World War II. Dramas, comedies, and even sci-fi and horror, there is no end to the stories that can be told and lessons that can be learned from this historical, international conflict. 

 

For more than 80 years Hollywood has been making movies to tell the dramatic stories of World War II. As impressionable youth, Jay and Shua ate them up and still do. Let’s look at some memorable ones.

 

News

Mark Hamill visits the White House

Riddick will return in the 4th film in the franchise 

Cobra Kai 3 part event premiering July 18

 

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua was pleasantly surprised to find that The Fall Guy is a well made, action extravaganza. Ryan Gosling continues his winning streak of fun movies and Emily Blunt shows yet another side of her talent. Shua recommends! Jay was on the edge of his Imperial-made seat while enjoying the series finale of The Bad Batch. Dave Filoni kept us guessing as to the fate of our heroes, and by the end Jay thought it was a satisfying conclusion. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay is pulling all the strings of the live action version of Thunderbirds (2004) with Bill Paxton. It may have not achieved the success and popularity of the bizarre 1960s marionette TV show, but it was a campy homage with some action and interesting interpretations.  Check it out today!  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 Movies! 

There have been countless tales of World War II over the years. These stories recount bravery, determination, and heroism in a way unlike any other period of human history. Growing up, Jay and Shua gravitated towards a few classics such as The Great Escape, The Big Red One, and The Dirty Dozen. Plus, believe it or not, there can sometimes be humor in tragedy. Comedies like Steven Spielberg’s 1941, Mel Brooks’s To Be or Not to Be, and The Zucker Brothers’ Top Secret. There are always lessons to be learned and tragedy is often a great reminder to not repeat mistakes. So let’s all remember that, shall we?

Are you a fan of WWII movies? Which heroes are your favorite? First person that emails me with the subject line, “War is Hell” 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

Our season 4 premiere celebrates Star Wars by discussing what's for kids and what's for adults. Jovial Jay and JediShua pretend to be Grown Ups on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Star Wars: The Adulting Menace! Is Star Wars for kids? Adults? Both? We look at a variety of areas of the galaxy far, far away that are aimed at people who claim to be grown ups. 

 

News

Our condolences to Warwick Davis, who’s wife Samantha passed away on March 24

To our surprise, Jeff Bridges will be returning for TRON: Ares

Netflix is developing a live-action Scooby Doo series. What would you like it to be?

Weird Al’s 1989 movie UHF gets a 4k physical release 

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay is digging the retro vibes and modern day storytelling of the Disney+ series X-Men ‘97. Lots of great moments from Marvel’s mutant family with all the nostalgia of the original series. Shua recommends Mel Brooks’s autobiography “All About Me” which was released in 2021. If you listen to the audiobook, you can enjoy Brooks’s still hysterical delivery of the story of his life and career. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay revisits the 2004 Will Smith futuristic vision I, Robot. Based on a series of stories by Isaac Asimov, it tells the story of a murder committed by a robotic personal assistant in a future that seems a lot closer today than it did in ‘04. And it examines the ethical conundrums of the dangers of AI. Check it out today!  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 Star Wars! 

We start off season 4 of Enjoy Stuff with a look at the adult side of Star Wars. Don’t worry, the kids won’t need to leave the room. Now that the OG fans are AARP fans, how has the galaxy changed perspective? There are a ton of things that are aimed exclusively to adults from jewelry to gaming. Some of our childhood hobbies have expanded into complex (and often expensive) pastimes. We try to answer the question “who is Star Wars really for?” and think we have a pretty good conclusion: Everybody, of course!

What kinds of adult Star Wars things do you do? Do you still gravitate towards the kids stuff? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Adulting Strikes Back” 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

 

Celebrate our season finale by playing an even more challenging round of "5 Songs". Try to identify the movie with us and Enjoy Stuff!

 

News, music, and more as we wrap up the third season of Enjoy Stuff. 

 

News

A spicy Darth Vader hot sauce on the way

A new Lennon-McCartney collab has dropped — but this time, it's by the Beatles' sons

A new Clue movie and maybe even a TV Series is in development at Sony

Earn money while watching Star Wars**

**may not apply to anyone listening to this show

Dynasty Book 2 by Derek Beebe is out - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZQYMLLN 

 

 

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Shua has been Enjoying the apocalypse. Well, kind of. He’s enjoying the world of Fallout. The new series on Prime Video is based on the successful video games from Bethesda. It’s a 1950’s style world and nuclear war has laid waste to the world. It’s up to an out of place vault dweller, a surface misfit, and a ghoul to save everyone. Jay sat down and experienced Zack Snyder’s Grain Harvesters: Part Two–The Reaping on Netflix. Well, I guess most people would know it by the title Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver. The continuation of Snyder’s universe had a lot to get excited about. Action, special effects, deeper character development, and of course slow motion grain harvesting. Check it out and let us know what you think. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay shuts off the lights and gets dark with The Chronicles of Riddick (2004) starring Vin Diesel. After a year of sci-fi that doesn’t feel very sci-fi, this was a nice return to outer space and futuristic action. Diesel was passionate about making it and it shows.  Check it out today!  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 Music! 

It’s the end of Season 3! Enjoy Stuff celebrates by playing our favorite game, “5 Songs”  Jay and Shua play each other 5 different songs that make them think of particular movies. Try to play along and guess what movies each song came from. But wait! There’s more to it this time. We have cut these clips down to as little as 1 sec. Will Jay and Shua be up for the challenge? Tune it to find out.

How did you do? Are there specific songs that make you think of a movie? First person that emails me with the subject line, “I heard that in a movie” 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

 

Come Enjoy the Future! We look at past predictions of our future to see how accurate they were. And play along with a fun game futuristic proportions on Enjoy Stuff!

 

We are living in the future! But is it the future everyone expected? Let’s find out!

 

News

Pringles, Kellogg’s, and Crocs team up for a new shoe collection

The Jim Henson Documentary now has a Disney+ release fate

NBA player deliberately misses a free throw to win opposing fans free chicken sandwiches

Sadly, Star Trek - Lower Decks will end after next season, but Star Trek - Strange New Worlds will be back for a 4th season

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay took a trip to the great outdoors to enjoy Bald Eagle State Park. It’s always nice to enjoy nature and get away from the world for a bit. Shua watched Steve! (Martin) A Documentary in 2 Pieces. It was a great look at the life of this eclectic and talented comedian. You can find that on Apple TV+.  

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays shares the dark predictions of 2004’s The Day After Tomorrow. While all the science in this movie may not check out exactly, it does present a strong message about our climate and the state of our country’s attitude about the condition of the world. Check it out today!  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 Future! 

Can we predict the future? Sure! Are we going to be right? Well…probably not. But we might get pretty close on a few things. That’s what the Usborne Book of the Future did back in 1979. It gave us a look at what they thought was going to be coming in the 21st century. You might be surprised to find out that they got a lot of things kind of right. From robots to cities to travel, we look at some of their more memorable predictions. Plus, Jay plays a game to see just what movies and TV shows predicted some things we have in our world today.  

 

What did you hope to see in the future we’re living in now? And what’s to come in the next 50 years? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Where’s my flying car?” 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

 

It's Jay's birthday! This week we celebrate another trip around the sun with a variety of fun games, segments, and discussions. It's a non-stop party on Enjoy Stuff!

 

What better way to celebrate a birthday than with music, toys, movies, and games! We throw it all in this week on Enjoy Stuff as we celebrate the Jovial one himself! 

 

News

We got a cool trailer for a new animated series on Disney+ called Star Wars: Tales of the Empire

The release date for TRON: Ares has been announced!

An amazing looking game called Star Wars Outlaws has a new trailer and we’re impressed

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua decided to check out something that keeps popping up on the Disney+ banner called Renegade Nell. It’s a period piece taking place in the 1700’s and it features Nell Jackson, who tries to do good by using some mysterious super powers. Jay found a different kind of team-up/crossover movie which may be considered a B movie (or maybe C-) It’s called Monster Mash but it’s not about a dance or breakfast cereal. Just imagine if monsters teamed up to fight against Dr. Frankenstein. It’s another example of crazy fun.  

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay tries to remember an article that may have been erased from his memory. It was all about the 2004 movie Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. It seems like a great idea to erase bad memories from your mind, but it may cause more problems than it’s worth. This movie really makes you think about your life and your decisions. Check it out today!  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 Birthdays! 

This week we throw all the darts at the idea board to celebrate fun stuff for Jay’s birthday.

We start off with a little game of David v. Keith x Keith v. David. And yes, it’s pretty much how it sounds. 

Next we discuss Jay’s complicated relation with the Smurfs. Yes, those tiny little blue things with the white hats that are always having to escape Gargamel even though they’re just trying to Smurf with their Smurfs so they can Smurf all the Smurfs on Smurf. 

Do you know the difference between Hot Wheels and Matchbox cars? We’re not sure we do either, but we try to break it down by looking back at our own toys. 

Next we play a few rounds of Geek Out to challenge our knowledge of a variety of geeky topics. 

Finally we come up with a list of some music that don’t just make you tap your feet, they tell whole stories.  

 

Let’s all wish Jovial Jay a happy birthday! Which of our topics made you think of something? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Jovial Birthday Happy Jay!” 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

 

Don't panic! It's only dark because of that giant celestial object in the sky has moved in front of our main source of energy and life for the whole planet. But it's only going to last for a few minutes. Enjoy Stuff looks at some legendary eclipses and other things that cover.

 

Need a joke? Maybe some multiverse podcast ideas? Or how about just a few laughs? Come be fools with us as we celebrate the silliest holiday of all. 

 

News

Disneyland is making a tremendous change to Autopia 

A trailer has now been released for Unfrosted, the Pop-Tarts story

Christopher Nolan to be the next Dark Knight…well, just a regular knight… 

Now you can eat food right out of the mouth of Jabba the Hutt at Disneyland 

RIP Louis Gossett Jr.

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay’s way IS the highway as he indulged in the rippling abs of Jake Gyllenhaal in Roadhouse. This is, of course, a remake of the 1989 Patrick Swayze classic. The modern day version has been updated, and is a bit more realistically violent, but also entertaining and action packed. Check out Roadhouse on Prime Video. Shua jumped hip-deep into the Kaiju footprint and experienced the latest Monsterverse movie where he discovered that Godzilla x Kong = Two Tons of Fun!

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay rediscovered another time travel movie with The Butterfly Effect. (2004) Ashton Kutcher plays Evan who has the ability to travel back to important times in his life and change things that happened. But he is surprised to learn how much even a little difference can change. Check it out on Retrozap.com. 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 Eclipses! 

April 8, 2024 will mark the date of a total eclipse of the sun in the United States. Eclipses are fairly rare, but nothing really fantastical or magical about them, just scientific. But that doesn’t mean you can’t use it as a cool motivator in movies. We look back at movies where an eclipse played an important role. 

 

The moon will be covering the sun today, but after it’s over you’ll be able to enjoy other covers. Musicians often cover other artists' songs. And sometimes their version ends up being more popular than the original. We look at a few legendary ones. 

 

But what could be more legendary than the best cover artist of them all; Weird Al Yankovic? Not all of Al’s songs are covers, but the parodies that are are excellent. Some are even better than the one they are parodying. 

 

Are you in the path of totality? What are you covering today? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Never gonna give you up” 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

 

Get foolish with Jovial Jay and Shua! We celebrate this special holiday by having a lot of crazy fun and laughs, plus a few surprises on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Need a joke? Maybe some multiverse podcast ideas? Or how about just a few laughs? Come be fools with us as we celebrate the silliest holiday of all. 

 

News

The Secret Apprentice: Dynasty Book 1 - A New book from Derek Beebe [amazon link]

TrueMoo now has some delicious and nutritious Blue Milk available (from free range Moof farms)

Godzilla made police chief for a day 

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua felt shivers as he watched Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Not just because of the chilling villain, but because of all the nostalgic feelings along with a bunch of new stuff to enjoy from the latest film. Jay was really pleased to discover that the comic series Hell to Pay by Charles Soule and Will Sliney was a unique and entertaining story. Worth checking out for sure. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays explored a time travel movie again with the 2003 Ben Affleck movie Paycheck. Based on a short story by Philip K. Dick, John Woo directs a movie about the consequences of seeing into the future. Though Jay feels the story is a bit padded, it did bring up some interesting thoughts about decisions. Check it out on Retrozap.com. 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 Foolin’! 

It’s April Fools Day Earbuds! And that means it’s time to have a little fun. But never fear, Enjoy stuff will make sure the jokes don’t ruin your day. Plus, we take a look at a new book by Kelly Knox called Star Wars Dad Jokes. Two great things that go great together. And we reveal the history of the silly holiday and some of the more memorable pranks over the years. 

 

Which alternative show theme did you like? Are you planning any fun jokes? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Never gonna give you up” 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

 

This week the guys pick some actors that they admire and talk about what makes them worthy of checking out their work, on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Do you have a favorite actor? Someone whose work you’ll never miss? Why do you like them? Jay and Shua make a short list of some of their favorites.

 

News

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Alan Ritchson will star in a Christmas movie 

Street Sharks return for their 30th Anniversary 

Star Wars: The Acolyte poster is released with a premiere date AND Trailer!

Patrick Warburton surprises riders of Soarin’ over California

Celebrate half-way to Halloween as some Indie horror returns to theaters for one night only

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay was excited to check out the new episodes of X-Men ‘97 on Disney+. It made him feel like he was back in the 90s as all the favorite characters, stories, and cheesy dialogue returned. You can check it out now! Shua and his wife had a blast at a Star Wars burlesque show called The Empire Strips Back. Don’t take things too seriously, just have fun with it!

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay roamed the timeline for the 2003 movie Timeline. Not the greatest time travel movie, but it has a good cast and some interesting ideas about going back. Read Jay’s insightful analysis and then rewatch the movie. 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 Movies! 

There are a lot of great actors out there. But there are some that are legendary (or soon will be). This week we discuss some of the actors that mean a lot to us for a variety of reasons. Whether it’s an impressive body of work, some memorable scenes, or just how amazingly cool they seem to be in everyday life, these men have made an impact on us. 

 

Who are some of your favorite Actors? Why do you like them? First person that emails me with the subject line, “All the World’s a Stage” 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

Celebrate the luck o' the Irish...people named Pat! This week we celebrate the green holiday's namesake and celebrate the Patricks of the world on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Who are your favorite people named Patrick? To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year, we look at some famous Pats of the world that have influenced and entertained us. 

 

News

How does Hugh Grant feel about being cast as Tony the Tiger in the Pop Tarts movie? We are thinking, greeeeaaaat!

Amazon is developing an Eight Billion Genies movie from the well loved comic series

Check out the new Ghostbusters Frozen Empire Icee flavors

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua jumped on the bandwagon (or the sandworm) and saw Dune Part 2. It was every bit the epic spectacle everyone’s talking about. Action packed, entertaining, and visually stunning, he recommends it to anyone who loves seeing big-screen movies. Jay checked out another recent release, written by Diablo Cody and inspired by 80s movies. Lisa Frankenstein tells the story of a teen girl that raises a young, previously handsome corpse and romance ensues. It’s a fun one that feels new and old, which of course gets a TechnoRetro recommendation. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay rounded out the Matrix trilogy by remembering Matrix: Revolutions. The third in the series gave us the fate of Zion, Neo, Agent Smith, and the rest. While presenting a different feel than the first two movies, after a rewatch it presents a fun and entertaining story. Read Jay’s insightful analysis and then rewatch the movie. 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 Life! 

Erin go Bragh! But so did Patrick! Patrick didn’t just play around with snakes. Patrick captained the Enterprise, ran a Roadhouse, searched for Sarah Conner, ran with the Shadows of the Night, and so much more! Join us as we think of some of our favorite Patricks of the world. Plus, we hear from some of our Earbuds as they share all kinds of different Pats, Pattys, Patricks, and well… not Ricks… It’s a grand time to get lucky!

 

Who are some of your favorite Patricks? And what makes them great? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Top of the mornin’ Pat!” 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

 

Got those winter doldrums? Come hang out with Enjoy Stuff! We brainstorm some activities that may help you when you're feeling down, waiting for spring. We're all in this together as we Enjoy Stuff!

 

Get rid of those nasty doldrumites! We research some TechnoRetro ways to help relieve some of those seasonal blues. Get some absolutely non-professional and unsolicited advice from Jovial Jay and Shua. 

 

News

Apple TV+ is going ahead with a Neuromancer series

Disney is releasing some great Blu-Ray collections such as Andor, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and Obi-Wan Kenobi

IHOP teams up with Lays potato chips for a Rooty Tooty crunchy snack

Disney+ announces a release date for season 2 of Monsters at Work

Ming-Na Wen continues her conquest to be in all the cool franchises as she joins the Karate Kid movie

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay finally got to the Disney+ documentary series Behind the Attraction. Season 2 has some cool inclusions such as Indiana Jones, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Disney Parks food. It’s not a boring documentary, and you’re sure to laugh as you learn a little more about the parks. Shua got around to the 2023 Netflix anime “Blue Eye Samurai”. It’s an action packed, graphic, adult story with plenty of Ninja-type action. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay grudgingly analyzed the 2003 sequel that tried to keep a franchise alive but may have nudged it in the wrong direction. Terminator 3 didn’t quite have the some charm or quality of the first 2, but there are ways to Enjoy it, including skipping the movie and just reading Jay’s article instead. Make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com, now featuring Daredevil Season 1. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.  

 

Enjoy Life! 

Spring is taking its sweet time getting here. And sometimes during a long winter we start to feel a little sad. Maybe a lot sad. Professionals call this seasonal depression, or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD…No, seriously). There are things you can do to help yourself feel a little better that doctors recommend. We have taken those recommendations and made them appropriate to our lifestyle, sometimes with a retro twist. 

 

If you are feeling overwhelmed with sadness, depression, or anxiety, or feel like you want to harm yourself or others, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800‑273‑8255

 

What do you do when you’re feeling those winter blues? Share it with us and let’s all be there for each other. First person that emails me with the subject line, “Don’t worry, be happy” 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

 

Romance El Corazon with us this week as we look back 40 years at the romantic adventure Romancing the Stone on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Journey to Columbia with romance author Joan Wilder and get drawn into a wild adventure with Jack T. Colton with treasure maps, jewels, and Danny Devito. 

 

News

Harrison Ford got rid of his Star Wars script, and someone paid a pretty credit for it

NBCUniversal and Delorean meet behind the school to fight over trademarks

The Muppets represent our national parks in some cool posters by Danny Beckwith

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua found a cool YouTube channel that spotlights innovative 3-D printing featuring some really cool inventions by a guy named Ivan Miranda. A guy with a fun personality and some really brilliant solutions to crazy ideas. Jay has been rewatching the Daredevil series and is remembering why he loved season 1 so much. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay revisited the sequel to the wildly popular Matrix original, Matrix Reloaded (2003). Despite the now dated innovative special effects, it was a really beautiful movie to watch that expanded the Matrix universe in a very unique way.  Make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com, now featuring Daredevil Season 1. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.  

 

Enjoy Movies! 

In 1984, Michael Douglas was getting into producing and had purchased a script from a waitress he met at Alice’s Restaurant (no, I’m serious!). He tried to get some very popular, handsome, macho actors to play the lead, opposite the up and coming Kathleen Turner. But ultimately he decided he’d just play the hero himself. With Robert Zemeckis at the directing helm, they set out to make a romantic adventure in the jungle. (But not really Columbia, because it was actually too dangerous) It became  a gigantic hit that established Douglas as a strong leading man, put Turner on the road to a string of hits, and gave Zemeckis the ability to create Back to the Future. 

 

Would you give the kidnappers the map or would you go after the jewel? Would you try to romance Joan Wilder? First person that emails me with the subject line, “El Corazon” 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

 

It's a quantum Leap Day as we pick different years in history that we would choose to leap. Jay and Shua make some ripples in the timeline on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Spend your extra day of the year this year with Jovial Jay and Enjoy Stuff as we pick years in history that we think would be pretty fun to visit. Come leap to the past with us!

 

News

Got $40 million laying around? You could buy the Scarface house

Get ready for your next Vegas trip by visiting the John Wick experience

Disney Imagineer Lanny Smoot will be inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay finally got his letter and is returning to Hogwarts. He has dove wand deep into a rewatch of the wizarding world of Harry Potter. So far it’s been magical. Shua turned on Pixar’s 2023 Elemental and then found a cool making-of video called Good Chemistry: The Story of Elemental, featuring the writer and director Peter Sohn. It had a lot of heart and gave some good insight of where the story idea came from. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay watched The Core (2003) so you don’t have to. Check out his article breaking down this film that had potential, but just couldn’t fill the hole.  Make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com, now featuring Daredevil Season 1. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.  

 

Enjoy Time Travel! 

This Thursday we tack on an extra day to the calendar to catch up with the Earth’s orbit. 2024 is a Leap Year. So Jovial Jay and Shua decided to do a little quantum leaping of their own. We each chose 4 different years that we would visit if there was a little trash in Mr. Fusion. But there are rules to our choices. We are just experiencing these years. We can’t can’t change anything that happened. (We wouldn’t want the TVA on our tails) Check out the show to see why we picked the years we did, and think about how you would navigate the timestream. 

 

What year would you travel to? And even more importantly, what would you wear? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Great Scott” 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

 

On this President's Day we celebrate Presidents, but just the fictional ones. Tune in as we look at some of the most memorable fake commanders-in-chief on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Let’s revisit some legendary comic strips from over the years! Jovial Jay and Shua strip on this week’s Enjoy Stuff!

 

News

Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock is finally coming to Apple TV+

Billy Joel is set to release the first new original song in 17 years

Could someone take all of Dr. Johnny Fever’s WKRP DJ breaks and string them together? Someone did!

Star Wars The Phantom Menace will return to theaters for its 25th anniversary!

RIP to Carl Weathers and also the inventor of Pop Tarts

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua seems to think he has too much time on his hands because he decided to tackle the entire MCU in timeline order. It’s a big commitment, but after the first couple handful of movies, he is still enjoying it! Jay jumped into a slightly smaller commitment by watching Kevin Costner’s 1990 epic drama Dances With Wolves. Tune in to find out what Jay’s Sioux name is. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

The last couple weeks have given us two different movies you’ll want to revisit on Sci-Fi Saturdays. S1m0ne has an interesting take on AI and how it could be used in Hollywood. But revisiting this 2002 movie in 2024 gives it a whole different meaning. Plus, Jay breaks down the final Star Trek: The Next Generation movie Star Trek: Nemesis. It may not have been the best Star Trek film, but there were some pretty fascinating performances in it. 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 break down each episode of the entire MCU.  

 

Enjoy Presidents! 

As long as there have been movies, we have needed to have someone portray the United States Commander in Chief. A lot of times these leaders weren’t the ones we know from history. Instead, the actor or actress portraying them gets to come up with their own persona. So which ones stood out? What were some of our favorite fictional presidents that gave a good speech, or showed good leadership, or even kicked some butt and saved the day? 

 

Which of our fictional presidents would you like to be your leader? Which ones would you make sure not to vote for? First person that emails me with the subject line, “My fellow Americans” 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

Love...exciting and Retro! Come aboard, we're expecting you! On this Valentine's Day, you may need an idea for a date night. What better place to look than 80s movies? Jay and Shua offer up a plethora of ideas for a great movie themed date night. Immerse yourself in love while you Enjoy Stuff!

 

Feel the love on this Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re more of a romantic that likes to show your feelings with a boombox over your head, or a scary night in the dark, we have a variety of 80’s inspired dates for any couple.

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Need some Valentine’s Day date ideas? Look no further than 80’s movies. Listen in to this week’s show to see exactly what is involved in setting up the perfect date.

 

Choose from these themes, or mix and match!

The John Cusack

The As You Wish

The Matthew Broderick

The Molly Ringwald

The Top Gun

The Slasher

 

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Lay out the newspaper all over the living room floor and turn to the funny pages! This week we look back on the history and some of our favorite comic strips over the years. Plus an interactive game for you Earbuds on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Let’s revisit some legendary comic strips from over the years! Jovial Jay and Shua strip on this week’s Enjoy Stuff!

 

News

The Road House trailer has shown us that there is still a taste for fighting (and Jake Gyllenhaal’s abs)

No abs in the Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire trailer, but we do get a whole lot of favorite characters!

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay took Shua’s advice that the new Peacock streaming series Ted was worth the watch. He agrees. It is a funny (and raunchy) story of a boy and his bear. But Seth Macfarlane has given it a heart that really makes you think and care. Shua made his way to the movie theater and saw Jeffrey Wright’s newest film American Fiction. This story, about an author who is disgruntled about the stereotypes of blacks that are portrayed in modern literature. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week Sci-Fi Saturdays shows you some Signs. M. Night Shyamalan’s 2002 alien thriller isn’t a Dead End. The plot seems to be going straight and then takes a Right Turn only and you have to Yield to suspense. Shyamalan’s Uneven Road of movies shouldn’t Stop you from revisiting Signs. Check it out on Sci-Fi Saturdays. He has also been updating locations from Marvel TV and movies, including Echo, the Agents of SHIELD, and Agent Carter series. Play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua break down each episode of the Echo series and more.  

 

Enjoy Comic Strips! 

Peanuts, Calvin and Hobbes, Garfield…there are so many legendary comic strips that have appeared in the newspaper over the years. Originally intended to sell newspapers, their popularity soared and before too long there were dozens of artists making different varieties of comics. As they evolved we got comics that were silly, timely, political, and Pulitzer Prize winners. 

 

Classic strips from the 50s, like Peanuts, Marmaduke, Dennis the Menace, and more are still published today, either in reruns (not Linus’s brother) or drawn by a new artist. 

 

As the 60s and 70s brought change to the world, the comic pages started reflecting it as well. Timely topics were sometimes presented next to our Beetle Bailey. Pulitzer Prize winning Doonesbury by Gary Trudeau proved that the comics could be important. Spider-Man and Star Wars brought other formats of our entertainment to the comics pages. 

 

And then we got a series of mega stars that blew up the popularity of that beloved illustrated section of the newspaper. Garfield, The Far Side, Bloom County, and Calvin and Hobbes became just a handful of reasons people would pick up the comics in the first place. 

 

How well do you know your comics? Let’s play a game to see if you remember the punch line from the very first published strip from a few classics. 

 

Now that newspapers are going the way of the Dodo, what does the future hold for our beloved strip format? We’re not sure, but we will continue to start the day with a laugh.

 

Did you grow up reading comics? What were some of your favorites (or ones you avoided)? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Let’s go exploring!” 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

 

A Fish Called Kevin! Kevin Kline has created an impressive body of work over the last 50 years. He can act, sing, and make us laugh. Jovial Jay and Shua look back at some of their favorites from a prolific career on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Don’t call him stupid. Kevin Kline is anything but, with a very impressive list of movies under his belt. This week we look back at the work of this talented actor. 

 

News

We didn’t have to wait long to get the official announcement for the very impressive new video game Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

The Day the Earth Blew Up is the new Looney Tunes movie that we’ve needed for a long time

The new Highlander is truly a man of steel

We got a fantastic trailer for the third and final season of The Bad Batch

The Oscar nominations have been announced and John Williams proves he is the man

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua was extremely and pleasantly surprised how incredible the new Seth Macfarlane Ted series is. Crude humor to be sure, but a ton of heart embedded within so many laughs. You can see it on the Peacock network. Jay explored another historical site in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania called the Gettysburg Diorama Museum. It’s a really cool recreation of the famous Civil War battle that gives you a very in-depth look at the soldiers who fought and died there. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay knows what you’re going to do wrong before you do it because of his precogs. You can find them in the 2002 Steven Spielberg, Tom Cruise movie Minority Report. In addition to being an action packed sci-fi romp, it also had an interesting take on our future. Was it accurate? Check it out on Sci-Fi Saturdays. He has also been updating locations from Marvel TV and movies, including Echo, the Agents of SHIELD, and Agent Carter series. Play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua break down each episode of the Echo series and more.  

 

Enjoy Movies! 

For more than 50 years Kevin Kline has been making movies in a variety of genres. From his stage beginnings he gave us the Pirate King in Gilbert and Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance and showed off his musical chops. 

 

He moved on to some dramatic roles and often starred alongside some other big names like Glenn Close, Jeff Goldblum, and William Hurt in movies like The Big Chill. And a western called Silverado with Kevin Costner, Scott Glenn, Brian Dennehy, and more.  

 

That’s where he met John Cleese and they connected to make the legendary comedy A Fish Called Wanda with Michael Palin and Jamie Lee Curtis. He took home a Best Supporting Actor Oscar for that. 

 

Romantic comedies, dramas, family films, and even cartoon voice overs. Kevin Kline has something for everyone. 

 

What Kevin Kline movies do you like? Do you speak Italian? ? First person that emails me with the subject line, “We come in peace” 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

 

Aliens have been a part of movies since we shot ourselves to the moon in 1902. They are the perfect tool for an allegory about our society. Whether our visitors from another world are benevolent or hell-bent on world domination, it's irresistible to sit back and watch. Jovial Jay and Shua test their knowledge of those cinematic extraterrestrials on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Grab your tinfoil hats and welcome signs as we look back at the history of aliens in movies. 

 

News

Get ready for a new Indiana Jones video game….and stay tuned for more

Super7 introduces a new Shogun Godzilla and it’s atomic!

Say it ain’t so! Fruit Stripe gum discontinued

Congratulations to Chris and Courtney Wyman for launching Everest Autographs

The Mando and Grogu are headed to the big screen

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay enjoyed the inspirational true story of the American Samoa soccer team called Next Goal Wins. Taika Watiti has given us a nice group of underdogs to root for with his typical brand of laughs too. Shua has been revisiting the Monsterverse Godzilla movies following his viewing of Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. It’s fun to watch our cities get smooshed. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay tackles Star Wars Episode II Attack of the Clones. It’s a movie that many of us are familiar with, and he digs deep with insights and observations that make it a pleasure to revisit. He has also been updating locations from Marvel TV and movies, including Echo, the Agents of SHIELD, and Agent Carter series. Play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua break down each episode of the Echo series and more.  

 

Enjoy Movies! 

Ack ack ack! Which means “We come in peace!” At least that’s what I assume those little green men are saying. Over the years, nay decades, nay CENTURY we have enjoyed exploring the possibilities of what other lifeforms could be out ….there!

 

And our imagination has covered the spectrum from friendly ETs who just want to share our Reese’s Pieces to Martians that just want to use us as fertilizer (well, I hope you got your vaccinations creeps!) We look at some memorable alien stories throughout history and what has influenced (or been influenced by) them.

 

Next the boys play a game of GarbleBlitz: Alien Edition. Each give one word clues and the other has to guess the alien or movie they came from. Join us for some extraterrestrial fun and bring that disco organ so you can engage in some riveting musical conversations. 

 

Would you have gotten on that ship with Roy Neary? What could we send to Mars besides women? First person that emails me with the subject line, “We come in peace” 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

 

John Williams has an illustrative composing career dating back 70 years.  Now that he's decided NOT to retire, we can't wait to hear what other masterpieces he will grace unto the world. Enjoy Stuff looks back at the career and all kinds of amazing music of the maestro John Williams.

 

Put on those headphones and crank the volume to engross yourself on one of the most prolific composers of any generation! It’s time to share the love for John Williams. 

 

News

Fans of Ready Player One will soon begin to make the OASIS a reality (a virtual one, of course)

Has Mark Hamill ever told you the story of how he met his mother?

RIP TRON and Caddyshack star, Cindy Morgan

The ashes of several Star Trek actors will make their final resting place on the moon!

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Timeless Heroes: Harrison Ford and Indiana Jones on Disney+ is a respectful look back at Ford’s career, with a significant spotlight on his most legendary character, Indiana Jones. Shua has been meaning to check this out, but he had no idea just how great it was going to be. Jay dove head first into the new Marvel series Echo. A different take on a Marvel hero and the first of the Spotlight series on Disney+.

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay explores a movie that was market more to a younger audience, but it is good fun for all ages. Clockstoppers (2002) tells the story of a teen that gets access to a watch that can slow time. There’s bad guys of course, and it’s up to the youth of the early 2000’s to save the day! Sounds simple, but it made for a good adventure. He has also been updating locations from Marvel TV and movies, including Echo, the Agents of SHIELD, and Agent Carter series. Play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua break down each episode of the Echo series and more.  

 

Enjoy Music! 

We love John Williams and his music. So this week we look back on some of the great music of his career and discuss some of our favorites. We discuss music from

Star Wars

Indiana Jones

ET

Harry Potter

Superman

Schindler’s List

ET

1941

Jaws

Jurassic Park 

…and more!

Featuring the classic tribute Star Wars (John Williams is the Man) acapella song. 

 

What John Williams music do you listen to regularly? Are there any you didn’t realize were composed by John? First person that emails me with the subject line, “John Williams is the Man” 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

 

Ray Harryhausen was the master of stop-motion animation, creating some of the most iconic fantasy movies of all time and inspiring generations of creators. Jovial Jay and Shua film one frame at a time as they look back at the work of this legend on Enjoy Stuff!

 

It’s time to indulge in some retro movies! These classics were brought to life through the genius of Ray Harryhausen and his creative creature design and animation techniques. 

 

News

John Williams, retire? Never!

Eat like a Kaiju with a new Godzilla cookbook

Or if you want Godzilla to eat you, check out a Japanese park where you can zipline into his open mouth

Do you only want the best for your learning toddler? How about an Aliens inspired Little Golden Book?

Pop Tarts has jumped right into the College Football toaster slot with their very own bowl game

And if your sweet tooth hasn’t been quenched, why not visit a Little Debbies park and climb on the food?

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay has been impressed with the new Percy Jackson and the Olympians series on Disney+. It’s a great adaptation that is true to the first book and seems to be creatively exploring the characters. Shua is listening to Conan himself narrate his own book. Arnold Schwarzenegger shares some motivational life tips with his new book Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life. You may be surprised how useful some of his tips are. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay goes back (and forward) in time with the 2002 adaptation of the classic HG Wells story The Time Machine, starring Guy Pierce. Although some aspects are changed, it is a pretty good story with some surprisingly good themes. He has also been updating locations from Marvel TV and movies, including the Agents of SHIELD and Agent Carter series. Play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua break down each episode of the Hawkeye series and more.  

 

Enjoy Movies! 

Don’t stop-motion believin’! In 1933 a 13 year old Ray Harryhausen saw the movie King Kong and it forever changed the way we would experience movies. It inspired him to experiment in techniques of stop motion animation that he would continually improve throughout his entire career. 

 

His impressive resume includes classics like Mysterious Island, Jason and the Argonauts, and of course Clash of the Titans. Many of his movies aren’t even remembered for who starred in or directed them, but for Ray’s special effects. His patented Dynamation technique of incorporating his stop motion creatures enhanced all these movies in a way that made you feel like you were part of the dream. 

 

Countless creators were inspired by Ray’s effects, such as Steven Spielberg, Terry Gilliam, Peter Jackson, Tim Burton, and of course the man who carried the mantle, visual effects legend Phil Tippett. Their movies continued to evolve Ray’s techniques including how CGI even works today. We are all indebted to Mr. Harryhausen and are grateful for his work. 

Which of Ray Harryhausen’s works do you like? Have you ever made a stop motion movie? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Release the Kraken!” 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

It's a new year! We look back at what we Enjoyed in 2023 and talk about what's to come in the future. Come with us and Enjoy Stuff!

 

Our first show of the new year consists of a look back at last year! There were so many great things to Enjoy and we only scratched the surface. But what a fun surface to scratch! We are sharing some standout moments on Enjoy Stuff. And we talk about what we’re looking forward to in 2024. We sure love hearing from you. Let us know what you really enjoyed in 2023 and what is something to come that makes you want to Enjoy Stuff

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Merry Christmas Earbuds! Jovial Jay and Shua remember what Christmas morning was like growing up and share some special gifts with each other on Enjoy Stuff!

 

We hope you have a special day whatever holiday you celebrate. Join us as we hang for a little on Christmas morning.  

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Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday from Enjoy Stuff. Please keep in touch and share our show with your friends. First person that emails me with the subject line, “Have fun, smile more, and Enjoy Stuff” 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

 

Jay and Shua are getting ready to head home from the arcade to enjoy Christmas Eve with the families. But an epic blizzard is stranding everyone in Enjoy Stufftopia. It’s up to the boys to save them. Will they make it in time? It’s time to Enjoy some Christmas music to get in the spirit of the holidays on the 2023 Enjoy (Stocking) Stuff(-er).

Songs Featured

Come on Christmas, Christmas Come On - Ringo Starr

Jing-A-Ling - Harbour Lights

House of the Broken Gingerbread - Monkees

Getting Ready for Christmas - Paul Simon

Miss Fogarty's Christmas Cake - The Irish Rovers

Thank God It’s Christmas - Queen

Christmas Smorgasbord - Swedish Chef

Sweet Gingerbread Man - Sammy Davis Jr

O Swing All Ye Faithful - Andrew Morgan Smith and the Lifetimers

That Holiday Feeling - Seth MacFarlane, Liz Gillies

PeeWee’s Christmas clip

My Christmas Card to You - The Partridge Family

SNL: I Wish It Was Christmas Today

Steve Martin's Holiday Wish

Six Million Dollar Man - The Kris Kringle Caper

Caught a Snowflake - Gina Borys, Jeremie Peters

Garfield Christmas Special

All the Gifts I Need - JD McPherson

The Very Best Day This Year - Jeff Meegan, David Tobin, Mark Armstrong, Steve Memmolo

Flintstones at Christmas

Santa's Lament Father Guido Sarducci

Christmas In Heaven - Monty Python

Jingle Bells Drag - The Three Stooges

Our World - Emmet Otter’s Jugband Christmas

When you Wish Upon A Star - Billy Joel?

Zat you Santa Claus - Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem

Santa Mambo - The Enchanters

Hey Santa! - Willy Porter

Shake Up Christmas - Train

Bonus: Duke Ellington - Jingle Bells (Robbie Hardkiss Remix) 

 

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of our Earbuds! Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com

 

Jovial Jay and Shua pick the ultimate collectibles that would be part of our collection if anything was possible on Enjoy Stuff!

 

If money was no object, would you buy Fantasy Island? Maybe you could drive the Love Boat to its shores. We look at some things that could go in the collection where anything is possible!

 

News

Spinal Tap returns!

US Postal Service issues Dungeons & Dragons stamps

Check out the official trailer for Godzilla x Kong : The New Empire

Denny Laine, Wings and Moody Blues Co-Founder has died

KISS will be performing for many years to come….kind of 

Congrats to 'Home Alone' actor Macaulay Culkin is honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Like many Dr. Who fans, Jay made sure to check out the Doctor Who 60th Anniversary Specials starring David Tennant as the good doctor. It ended up being very well done and something we can all Enjoy. Check it out on Disney+. Shua streamed on Prime Video series recommended to him by his daughter called Daisy Jones and the Six. It tells the story of a fictional 70’s rock band and their exploits on the way to stardom. Enjoyable story and GREAT music!

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay revisits the 2001 Steven Spielberg movie A.I. Artificial Intelligence. A good story to begin with, but also themes that seem even more relevant today. Plus, it has a really interesting backstory in how it even got made. Check out his article to see why. He has also been updating locations from Marvel TV and movies, including the Loki series. Play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua break down each episode of the Hawkeye series and more.  

 

Enjoy Collectibles! 

Earlier this year the classic Brady Bunch house, that had been renovated to look like the actual set, for $3.2 million. Now THAT is an expensive collectible! But this is Enjoy Stuff where we can imagine just about anything. So we made a list of our ultimate collectibles. We chose places to live, iconic vehicles, and just about anything else that there’s no way we could ever possess. But in this scenario even Fantasy Island is up for grabs. So sit back, relax, and fantasize about what you’d put on (or completely around) your collectibles shelf. 

What would you collect if anything was possible? First person that emails me with the subject line, “It belongs in a museum” 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

 

The National Toy Hall of Fame has inducted their finalist this year, but Jovial Jay and Shua pick their choices for the Enjoy Stufftopia Discontinued Toy Hall of Fame on Enjoy Stuff!

 

We think there are some pretty cool toys that you don’t see anymore that deserve their place in a museum. Join us as we pick our favorites for the Discontinued Toy Hall of Fame. 

 

News

The Hall and Oates legal drama continues

Marty Krofft, co-creator of some of our wacky childhood entertainment has died at 86

Waffles? Coffee Mate? Sure, why not?

We found a cool spin on Back to the Future in a comic book from a few years ago

Flies? Where? You’ll just have to listen to find out. 

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua has been enjoying a new novel by John Scalzi called Starter Villain. This one is also narrated by Will Wheaton and tells the story of an man who unexpectedly inherits his uncle's super villain company. Sound weird? Weird enough to check out for sure! Jovial Jay revisited the 1981 Ray Harryhausen classic Clash of the Titans. It was a groundbreaking movie in a lot of ways and a fun watch today.

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay looks back at the 2000 movie starring Arnold Schwarzenegger called The 6th Day. Arnold is faced with a clone of himself and all the discomfort that would present. Though it was very en Vogue to feature our nearest planetary neighbor back then, this one may not have entirely hit the mark.The story is a little spoon-fed, but entertaining nonetheless. Check out his article to see why. He has also been updating locations from Marvel TV and movies, including the Loki series. Play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua break down each episode of the Hawkeye series and more.  

 

Enjoy Toys! 

It’s the time of year when the National Toy Museum picks their Hall of Fame finalists. Once again, some iconic toys have made it into the mix. They even picked one from the Forgotten Five; a group of toys that never seem to quite make it. But here at Enjoy Stuff we believe there are some toys that are no longer around, but also deserve their moment in the spotlight. So we have set up a Discontinued Toy Hall of Fame in our town of EnjoyStufftopia. JovialJay and Shua pick some of their favorite toys from their youth that they would love to see on display.

 

Do you have a toy that would fit in our Hall of Fame? First person that emails me with the subject line, “It belongs in a museum” 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

Jovial Jay and Shua are Trading Places! It's the 40th anniversary of a classic comedy starring Dan Aykroyd and Eddie Murphy that tells the story of social class, stock markets, and greed. It's beef jerky time on Enjoy Stuff! 

 

In 1983 John Landis created a movie that became more popular than just about anyone thought was possible. It lit fire to the box office and propelled Dan Aykroyd, Eddie Murphy, and Jamie Lee Curtis to stardom. This is Trading Places. 

 

News

Want your feet to look like Grimace, and sport some fashionable Crocs too? Well, now you can! 

Legendary Poster artist Roger Kastel has died 

You can rent an Irish castle and recreate Monty Python and the Holy Grail

A Star Wars: Holiday Special Documentary will have a December Release

Tron: Ares to will begin filming after holidays

Booo! Disney+ Cancels Muppets Mayhem series after one season

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay finally got around to watching the blockbuster hit Barbie. He was impressed with the story, performances, and messages of the whole thing. Shua likes the new AppleTV+ series Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. It’s an interesting take on the Monsterverse which features Wyatt and Kurt Russell playing the same character in different time periods. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay looks back at the 2000 movie featuring yet another story set on Mars, Red Planet. Though it was very en Vogue to feature our nearest planetary neighbor back then, this one may not have entirely hit the mark. Check out his article to see why. He has also been updating locations from Marvel TV and movies, including the Loki series. Play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua break down each episode of the Loki series and more.  

 

Enjoy Movies! 

Louis Winthorpe III (Dan Aykroyd) is not the nicest of rich white guys. (Who woulda thunk?) That’s when two other not very nice dudes (or is that Dukes?) decide to make a bet to find out if he is a product of nature or nurture. They destroy his life and put con man Billy Ray Valentine (Eddie Murphy) in his place. But things turn around when both men discover the bet. They enlist Louis’s new, prostitute friend Ophelia (Jamie Lee Curtis) and his faithful butler Coleman (Denholm Elliot). It’s a class struggle with Trading Places.

 

Plus, we pick a few commodities and see what kind of money we would make if we’d held on to them for 40 years. 

 

What’s your Trading Places experience? How much have you made on the stock market? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Buy low, sell high” 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

 

It's Thanksgiving in America, which is the time we indulge in lots of turkey! And sometimes those turkeys come in the form of bad movies and TV shows. This week Jovial Jay and Shua talk about some of those turkeys you can enjoy this holiday and what side dishes go well with them. 

 

Turkeys can be fun! Not the gobbling birds or the holiday feast but the kind you can sit down and watch while you groan and laugh. Let’s have a visual Thanksgiving feast with Enjoy Stuff!

 

News

Another great set of trailers was released this week, including Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Inside Out 2, Argylle, The Garfield Movie, and Rebel Moon

A charity earned money for local food banks in Detroit by toppling 12,952 domino cereal boxes

And maybe cereal isn’t so bad for you after all…

Thanks to our Earbuds Jonathan and Armando for some great gift suggestions for the holidays

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua enjoyed The Marvels and highly recommends it for superhero fans that want to have fun. Great action and themes of family and self-worth. Plus, a few laughs along the way. Jay decided to read a classic Stephen King novel about a family vacation that goes a little awry. Well, The Shining may not be a feel good family story, but it sure is a classic. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay looks back at the 2000 octogenarian classic Space Cowboys. This realistic Sci-Fi story shows Clint Eastwood, Tommy Lee Jones, Donald Sutherland and James Garner returning to space to save all the arrogant young astronauts a thing or two. He has also been updating locations from Marvel TV and movies, including the Loki series. Play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua break down each episode of the Loki series and more.  

 

Enjoy Turkeys! 

Sitting down for a Thanksgiving feast just isn’t complete without turkey. When all those guests invade your house looking for something to do, why not put on a fun, BAD movie or TV show? Bad stories are often called turkeys, so this week we look at some of our favorites. But you can’t serve turkey without something else. What kind of holiday food goes well with Turkeys? We’ll let you know on the Thanksgiving episode of Enjoy Stuff.

 

Do you have some favorite turkeys? What will you be enjoying during the holiday? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Gobble, gobble!” 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

 

We wish you a Happy Life Day, and a Merry Holiday Special! Jay and Shua celebrate a day of peace and twist the infamous classic into some fun. Grab your glowing orb and prepare to Enjoy Stuff!

 

How did the people involved with the Star Wars Holiday Special feel about the whole thing? What would it be like if R2-D2 starred in Home Alone? These are the important questions we ponder on this Life Day.

 

News

Eggo Nog is back for the holidays

We discuss the trailers for The Fall Guy, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, and Godzilla Minus One

A long lost DeLorean has been found in a barn

Playmobil has made a whole Magum PI set with a Ferrari, but you won’t believe the price

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay finished Spider-Man on the PS5. He had a totally good time with the intricacies of the world that they built. The side quests especially had some emotion. Shua is excited to head to Disneyland with his family this Christmas. In preparation, he’s been watching some videos on YouTube called Provost Park Pass, with fun information and secrets of the parks. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay watches Battlefield Earth, so you don’t have to. However, the article is waaaaay better than watching the movie, so make sure to check it out. (This week featuring Barry Alton Dertwiller)  He has also been updating locations from Marvel TV and movies, including the Loki series. Play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua break down each episode of the Loki series.  

 

Enjoy Life Day! 

It’s time once again to try to achieve the kind of weirdness that we immersed ourselves in back on November 17, 1978. This year we test ourselves on the knowledge of how the people involved felt about being in this…infamous…special. And we cast the classic characters into classic Christmas specials. 

 

Who would you like to see from the Holiday Special cast into classic Christmas movies? What gifts are you giving out this year? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Wow!” 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

He'll save every one of us! Flash! Aaaahh ahhh! Gordon's alive on Enjoy Stuff this week as Jay and Shua look back on his history and the movie.

 

Join the fight against Ming as we remember 90 years of a classic space hero! Flash Gordon, the legend has given us sci fi adventures longer than just about anyone.  

 

News

RIP to Richard Moll and Matthew Perry

Amazing vintage artwork has been uncovered of prototype Monster Cereal designs

The Beatles last song Now and Then has been released, but the vinyl will be hard to find

Mark Hamill appears in a promotion for NASCAR’s new Star Wars themed car

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny will stream on Disney+ beginning December 1

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua went against all expectations and experienced the new Netflix horror series The Fall of the House of Usher. It was a creepy and clever adaptation of a bunch of Edgar Allen Poe stories that will sure to leave you thrilled. Jay finally got around to watching Disney’s Haunted Mansion movie and it did not disappoint with its humor and scares. It’s available now on Disney+. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays

This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay shares Mission to Mars (2000) from a time that Hollywood was obsessed with Mars. He has also been updating locations from Marvel TV and movies, including the Loki series. Play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua break down each episode of the Loki series.  

 

Enjoy Movies! 

The character of Flash Gordon has been around since 1934 in comic strip form. But through the years he has appeared in many forms of media including radio, TV, and film. We’ll talk about why he’s been so popular for so long. And we’ll revisit the classic 1980 film starring Sam Jones and Max Von Sydow. 

 

Are you a fan of Flash Gordon? Did you see the film all those years ago? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Gordon’s alive!” 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

 

Dim those lights and make room on your Victorian couch for Elvira. Jay and Shua look at the long, popular career of an unlikely icon of Halloween. It's Elvira - Mistress and the Dorks on Enjoy Stuff

 

Elvira is the mistress we need for all of our spooky needs. Curl up with some fun horror movies with an appealing hostess and get ready for Halloween. 

 

News

Millennials aren’t a fan of their Urban Outfitters iPods being called vintage retro

The National Toy Hall of Fame let us choose which of the Forgotten Five will make it to the Hall of Fame this year

Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster gets a release date

The Disney Treasure cruise ship will be featuring a Haunted Mansion lounge

Hostess has revealed their winter snacks!

 

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What we’re Enjoying

As Jay finishes up his 31 Days of Horror articles, he found a cool series on Epix called Blumhouse’s Compendium of Horror. It is a great and quick history of horror movies through the years. Shua has been working on his art by watching videos of how to draw Mid Century art. It’s always good to practice your craft. 

 

31 Days of Horror

This week Jay continues his October horror movie articles on RetroZap.com. Check out his insights on The House on Sorority Row, Leprechaun, Cabin Fever, The Purge, Ghosts of Mars, Saw, Get Out, and Halloween Ends. 

 

Enjoy Elvira! 

You may not know who Cassandra Peterson is, but surely you’ve heard of Elvira. That’s the persona that Peterson created to host a show called Movie Macabre in 1981. But she built up to that career as Mistress of the Dark. Modeling, Dancing, singing in an Italian rock band, even dating Elvis. But once Elvira was out of the box, there was no stopping her. TV, comics, movies, even hosting Halloween parties at public events. She has owned the character and capitalized on the success. So before Halloween, let’s celebrate Elvira!

 

Have you experienced Elvira? Which of her projects were your favorites? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Unpleasant Dreams” 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

 

Need to get the living out of your house? Call Beetlejuice! If you don't mind a crazy ghost with the most. Jovial Jay and Shua revisit the Tim Burton classic starring Michael Keaton. Work all night on a drink of rum with Enjoy Stuff!

 

Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis die for your entertainment in the 1988 Tim Burton classic Beetlejuice. 

 

News

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny released on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on December 5  

Star Trek: Prodigy has been saved and is coming to Netflix 

Star Wars: The Ultimate Cookbook is now available

Peeps shares its holiday marshmallows

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua is reading a truly unique and well-done biography about Charles Schulz called Funny Things. What makes it different is that it’s all done in the form of comic strips drawn in the style of Peanuts. It really gives you a sense of Schulz’s life and what inspired him to draw his characters. Jay has been rewatching Star Trek Lower Decks. It’s such a well done, creative Trek show that we highly recommend. 

 

31 Days of Horror

This week Jay continues his October horror movie articles on RetroZap.com. Check out his insights on The Meg, The Legend of Boggy Creek, Shaun of the Dead, The Masque of the Red Death, Hollow Man, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and Sssssss.

 

 

Enjoy Movies! 

Do you remember the first time you saw Beetlejuice? When it was released in 1988, it was completely unlike anything we’d seen. It was only the second movie for Tim Burton, but it set a feeling for Burton’s films after this. Originally it was intended to be a very dark tale, but with Keaton’s and Burton’s ideas it turned out to be a classic comedic story. Join us as we peruse the Handbook for the Recently Diseased on Enjoy Stuff. 

 

Did you see Beetlejuice? Did you like Beetlejuice? Wait,...don’t say it again! First person that emails me with the subject line, “Day-O” 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

 

Jovial Jay and Shua remember 100 different Disney memories to celebrate the centennial on Enjoy Stuff!

 

This week the boys make a list of 100 Disney things that have made a difference in their lives. From The Wonderful World of Disney to Dole Whips, we remember a ton of aspects of the Disney company that have influenced the world. 

 

News

The Haunted Mansion arrives to Disney+ along with some cool background ambience video

Behind the Attraction season 2 is coming to Disney+ on November 1

Krispy Kreme releases their Halloween, Scooby Doo donut mashups

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay is keeping healthy by bike-riding some great paths along the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal. It’s always good to get out and enjoy a nice autumn. Plus, he’s been engrossed in tons of horror films for 31 Days of Horror. Shua started listening to Sir Patrick Stewart narrate his new book Making It So. It’s interesting to hear how he grew into the legend he has become. 

 

31 Days of Horror

This week Jay continues his October horror movie articles on RetroZap.com. Check out his insights on Saint Maud, Men, X, Pitch Black, Troll, and Heavenly Creatures 

Enjoy Disney! 

For 100 years the Walt Disney company has been creating cartoons, movies, theme parks, and so much more! It has been a major influence on our culture for generations. As the company celebrates their centennial anniversary, we make a list of 10 things that have made an impact on our lives. We thought it was going to be hard to pick 100, but it was hard not to add 100 more. Join us to see what helped make us who we are and see if any of yours are on our list. 

 

What did we miss on our lists? Did you agree with any of ours? First person that emails me with the subject line, “It all started with a mouse” 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

 

This week we dig deep into the back of the file cabinet to investigate cover-ups of aliens and supernatural happenings for the 30th anniversary of the premiere of the X Files.

 

Do you want to believe? If so, you can uncover all the mysteries of aliens, cigarette smoking men, and more bizarre happenings with Chris Carter’s X Files. 

 

News

Seth MacFarlane and Liz Gillies are releasing another Christmas album  

Not everything is Pumpkin Spice - Baskin-Robbins now has an apple cider donut as for the Flavor of the Month

Professor Dubledore actor Michael Gambon Dead at 82

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua has been listening to the 20 Thousand Hertz podcast for years. It has a variety of shows about everything sound. Get the secrets of the Legend of Zelda music and sounds, find out why movies need subtitles now, or hear some iconic movie sounds from legends of the industry. Jay and his wife have been indulging in a variety of disc golf courses as they journey around the country. It’s a fun, cheap, and easy game for all ages. Have you played disc golf?

Enjoy TV! 

30 years Chris Carter gave us a really groundbreaking TV series on the fledgling TV network Fox. It was a series that spotlighted the supernatural and mystery in a way that fit so well for the 90s. It lasted 9 seasons, 2 movies in the theater, and another 2 extra seasons years later. It featured Agents Mulder and Scully as they investigated aliens, weird stuff, and government conspiracies. It also inspired generations of women to pursue careers in science, technology, math, law enforcement, and more. Listen to Jay and Shua look back at the history and influence of the X Files. 

 

Were you a fan of the X Files? What was your favorite storyline? First person that emails me with the subject line, “I want to believe” 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

 

We truly appreciate all you Earbuds who have hopped on board and joined us for our next chapter! Join in the fun by reaching out to us! And make sure to Share and Enjoy with all your friends!

 

Join Jovial Jay and Shua as they ask each other some trivial questions about 80s culture as they hang out in the arcade during trivia night! It's a wild game of 'what do you know' on Enjoy Stuff!

 

The guys pull out cards from Trivial Pursuit 80s edition as they spend a leisurely evening in the arcade seeing how much they remember from the ‘long, long ago’. 

 

News

Signaling the apocalypse, Kellogg is getting rid of their cereal business

A man that recently uncovered cassette tapes with Beatles recordings is putting them up for auction

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Horror movies are filling the buffet of Jovial Jay’s entertainment palette in the month of October. Make sure to check out 31 Days of Horror on RetroZap.com. He will be posting a new article about a different horror movie every day in October. In between he also enjoyed the modern classic Ocean’s Eleven. A totally fun, heist movie. Shua and his wife welcomed back season 2 of Welcome to Wrexham, the documentary about Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney and their quest to help the Welsh football club Wrexham back to glory.  

Enjoy Games! 

Come join Jovial Jay and Shua as they hang out at JRR Tokens for Trivia Night! We pulled Trivial Pursuit 80s Edition from behind the counter and remind each other just how long ago it was by completely forgetting the answers to most of the questions. Try your hand at it and play along with us.

 

Did you remember any of the answers? Did you play Trivial Pursuit? First person that emails me with the subject line, “I’ll take a pie piece, make mine apple” 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

 

Never say Octopussy Again! In 1983 Connery and Moore had dueling double-o's in theaters. Why did this happen? Which one was better? Jovial Jay and Shua break down their memories and share some facts about more Bond stories on Enjoy Stuff!

 

We look back at the 40th anniversary of two James Bond movies that came out in the same year, with two different Bonds! Join us as we break down Never Say Never Again and Octopussy. 

 

News

Shua sad…no more Mario Kart Tour updates 

HGTV sells ‘The Brady Bunch’ House below $5.5M asking price

Mickey Dolenz sings Shiny Happy People 

Grab your Walther PPK, there’s a new James Bond game coming 

Star Tours getting another update with Ahsoka

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua is on a Potter kick right now from all his date nights at the Alamo with his wife. So he found a playlist on Spotify that includes music from the soundtracks of all eight movies. It’s magical! Jay got to see a screening of The Big Lebowski at his local Warehouse Cinema. Their re-release schedules really bring the room together.  

Enjoy Movies! 

Due to legal issues, lawyers, stolen writing credits, and a variety of other boring behind the scenes issues, we got to see two, yes two, James Bond movies with the most iconic Bond actors in history. Sean Connery and Roger Moore both revise the the role in Never Say Never Again and Octopussy. 

 

We break them both down, compare them with our own personal feelings about them, and share some of the history of how they both got made. 

 

How do you feel about the dueling Bond movies? Which one do you like better? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Never Say Octopussy Again” 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

 

Drink up me hearties, Yo Ho! Jay and Shua celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day by looking at some of the best pirate movies. If your timbers need to be shivered, it’s a perfect time to Enjoy Stuff!

 

Hey you guuuuyyyys! Uncork your hooks and polish your peg legs! Enjarrrr Stuff sets sail on the high seas for International Talk Like a Pirate Day. 

 

News

High fashion awaits when you get your very own Monster Cereal Crocs

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters is a new series coming to Apple TV+ complete with kaiju and the Russell boys

Disney’s Haunted Mansion (the movie) is coming to Disney+ on October 4 

 

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What we’re Enjoying

In anticipation of this week’s show, Jay found an old 1935 pirate movie starring Erol Flynn called Captain Blood. It was a totally fun pirate story with a lot of action and adventure that is still enjoyable to watch. You can still see it too. Listen in to hear how. Shua checked out Netflix’s new anime adaptation of a pirate story called One Piece. The live action does a great job of using the weird, anime-like characteristics of the original cartoon. 

Enjoy Pirates! 

This week we celebrate International Talk Like a Pirate Day! In addition to annoying all your friends and family members by sounding like Long John Silver, you can also indulge in some pirate movies. 

 

Pirates have been characters in movies almost since the beginning of cinema. The adventure of swashbuckling adventurers made for an exciting movie-going experience for everyone. So we got to see Errol Flynn swinging from ship to ship and Kevin Kline singing very old Gilbert and Sullivan tunes and even Bob Hope as the buccaneer hero. 

 

Of course we also get classics like Disney classics Treasure Island, Peter Pan, and Pirates of the Caribbean and kept the genre going. There are so many more great adventures we can enjoy and some of them are on TV like Our Flag Means Death and One Piece. Plus we can even play video games like Broadsides and the Monkey Island Series. So long live pirates! (At least the harmless kind)

 

Do you want to maraud and embezzle and even hijack? Well, drink up me hearties, yo ho! First person that emails me with the subject line, “A pirate's life for me” 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

 

Gotta sing, gotta dance! This week we look at a bunch of different musicals that the guys have Enjoyed through the years. It’s a rare Enjoy Stuff look at the stage with the evolution of musicals through the years and how they’ve changed. Plus, why Shua would ever be cast as Big Jule. No understudies needed for this week’s Enjoy Stuff!

 

The neon lights are bright and magic is in the air! Jay and Shua look back at decades of fun musicals. 

 

News

LeVar Burton is preparing a new Trivial Pursuit game show and will even be the host!

It’s my way or the High Way as Jake Gyllenhaal stars in a Roadhouse reboot

We’re looking forward to a new book about the making of the movie Airplane! by Zucker, Abrahams, and Zucker

RIP Jimmy Buffet

 

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Shua and his wife have been revisiting the Harry Potter movies. The timing was right for them to even see a few at the Alamo Drafthouse with a pack of Potterheads. Jay is enjoying the new Disney+ series Ahsoka. While there are many aspects of the show that might go over the heads of anyone unfamiliar with Rebels or Clone Wars, it’s still got some pretty cool stuff.

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

Jay has been updating a ton of locations from Marvel TV and movies, including all the (now canon) Spider-Man films. Play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. And stay tuned for some upcoming 31 Days of Horror film articles from Sci-Fi Saturdays on Retrozap.com. Plus, you can tune in to  SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua break down each episode of the Loki series.  

 

Enjoy Musicals! 

We may not live in a multiverse where we break out in song every time we get emotional about something, but we can sure visit one every now and then. Musicals have been around for more than 100 years. Gilbert and Sullivan gave us some of the first great ones in the format we know today, but they have expanded and evolved throughout the years.

 

Certainly too many to include in one episode of Enjoy Stuff, but Jay and Shua remember some of the biggest and most influential. Artists like Rodgers and Hammerstein, Lerner and Lowe, and Andrew Lloyd Weber have written sprawling epics that have played on Broadway for decades and spawned movies, (and a lot of High School adaptations). Have fun with us as we revisit stories of watching and even participating in some musicals this week.

 

Are you interested in musicals? Ever played a part in one? First person that emails me with the subject line, “I loved it! It was better than Cats” 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

 

Atari's Star Wars the Arcade Game was released 40 years ago and quickly became one of the most popular arcade games of all time. With groundbreaking innovations and real Star Wars sounds, it's still fun to play. Jay and Shua try their best to use the Force on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Join us in the arcade as we look back on the iconic stand-up (and sit-down) game Star Wars the Arcade Game.

 

News

Get ready for the release of a new Atari 2600 that will play your old games too!

Star Wars - Dark Forces is getting a remastered release for PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch

It’s time for your Halloween and fall cereals and merchandise including It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown cereal, Rice Krispies, and more

The trailer for Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon has gotten some people excited, but is it a little too derivative?

 

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On a recent vacation trip, Jay checked out a legendary Candy store in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania called Mr Ed’s Elephant Museum & Candy Emporium. It’s a fun store with a nice nostalgic feeling. Plus, Mr. Ed’s is to elephants what Rancho Obi-Wan is to Star Wars. A gigantic collection of crazy pachyderms. Shua enjoyed the pride he felt when dropped off his youngest to her new college in Rhode Island. With some stops in Boston and other scenic places along the way, his emotions were bubbling over, so let’s keep him distracted.

Enjoy Video Games! 

Riding the hype of the newly released Return of the Jedi, Atari released a new game that used a variety of techniques to display the graphics. Using the mathematical based vector graphic method, they sacrificed the solid shapes of a raster game, with the sharper, faster electron beam method. 

 

It included 3 levels that would get increasingly difficult. A Tie Fighter battle, flying along the surface shooting towers, and a run down the Death Star trench challenged the player and put you right in the center of the movie action. A stand-up and a sit-down “cockpit” version were available, making fans even more excited to feel like they were a part of the story. 

 

Plus, it was the first game to use digitized voices and music (and they were straight from the movie!) And the developers hid (rebelliously) a bunch of Easter eggs including their own names. A simple game with line graphics and yet we are still excited to play it. 

 

Did you get to play the arcade version of Star Wars? How many levels can you clear? First person that emails me with the subject line, “R2, try to increase the power!” 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

Come out to the coast, we'll get together, have a few laughs! 35 years ago, John McClane did just that, but when terrorists take over his wife's office building during the Christmas party, Bruce Willis will have to save the day and they will find he is pretty Die Hard on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Yippee Ki Yay Enjoy Stuffers! Let’s look back at one of the best action movies ever as we celebrate the 35th anniversary of Bruce Willis in Die Hard. 

 

News

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny will soon be part of our movie collection!

The director of TRON: Ares confirms that the Hollywood has caused the halting of production

 

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Shua finally started listening to a book that’s been in his queue for a while; Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly. It’s a pretty inspirational story of women overcoming a lot of prejudice and hardship to help with a major scientific event in American history. Jay got the opportunity to see a classic Bruce Lee movie at his local theater. Enter the Dragon was a significant film in the actor’s short, tragic career. And it was a fun one to watch too!

Enjoy Movies! 

Bruce Willis rocketed to stardom after starring in Die Hard during the summer of 1988. Directed by John McTiernan, this successful story got the everyman-action-hero genre going too. And it was the first film for the legendary icon Alan Rickman. That’s right. His very first movie! 

 

It had a ton of other great actors too, like Bonnie Bedelia, Reginald VelJohnson, William Atherton and more. The sequels were popular and have fans opinions mixed on what the better ones are, but everyone can agree the original is incredible. Join us as we look back on what we liked and the influence the movie had on Hollywood. 

 

Did you Die Hard? What’s your favorite line? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Yippee Ki Yay” 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

 

Pack your new lunchbox and put on your corduroy shorts! It's time to get back to learnin'! This week we remember what it was like to go back to school by playing a few games and remembering the 1986 Rodney Dangerfield film. Jay and Shua lurn mor nowludge on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Can you Enjoy school? Sure you can! We’ll show you how to have a few laughs!

 

News

Now in Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge you can get a new treat called a Tenoo Swirl Cruchies Cereal. We’re not sure where the cereal part comes in, but it looks tasty.

In an effort to cool the weather, Krispy Kreme is releasing its Pumpkin Spice donuts early!

 

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Jay has a ton of great things to say about Strange New Worlds season 2. Action, humor, great characters, and a variety of fantastic stories. With the second season just ending, it’s a good time to get caught up. Shua has been reading some fun comic books featuring the Mistress of the Dark herself, Elvira. Elvira in Monsterland finds our heroine zapping through a variety of classic movies in order to stop Vlad the Impaler from his nefarious plans. 

Enjoy School! 

You may not be ready to say goodbye to summer, but that’s not going to stop that school bell from ringing. This week we discuss the enjoyable nuances of getting an education. First we revisit the 1986 Rodney Dangerfield comedy Back to School. Dangerfield is Thornton Melon, a rich businessman and father to a struggling college freshman. In order to convince him to stay in school, Melon decides to join him and get the degree he avoided all while rowdy comedy ensues. It also has a ton of other recognizable performers such as Sally Kellerman, Burt Young, Ned Beatty, and even a young Robert Downey Jr.!

 

Next we prepare for the coming school year by cramming as many summer activities as possible before going school shopping for some classic supplies. Did you have a Trapper Keeper? How about a cool pop culture lunchbox?

 

As we begin the year, we play a few get-to-know-ya games. Can you identify Jovial Jay’s and JediShua’s lies? And then we do a little Would-you-rather, school edition. Anyone wanna show up to school naked?

 

And finally we try our hand at some school subjects, revealing that we may have graduated a little too soon. It’s all good fun as we begin the next chapter of our edu-ma-cation!

 

Did you like going back to school? Did you have a kickin’ lunch box? First person that emails me with the subject line, “My name is Mr. Hand” 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

Where were you in '62? Well, we weren't actually born. But we were in 1973 when American Graffiti, George Lucas's first major hit, premiered. This week we look back at the memories and influence of this cinematic classic on Enjoy Stuff. 

 

Set the wayback machine to 1962 when cruisin’ was just what you did!  We Enjoy American Graffiti!

 

News

Get ready to celebrate Mustard Day ‘23 with French’s Mustard Skittles!

This dude found a full Discs of TRON on the curb ready to be thrown away….really!

Check out some TRON-ified roads in Australia

Ryan Reynolds is going to bring back a retro favorite; ALF!

RIP to Pee Wee Herman himself, Paul Reubens

 

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Shua is getting pink this week as he went to see what all the fuss was about in the Barbie movie. He was very impressed with the performances and story, but especially the message. Go Barbie! Jay took a world tour as he revisited a really retro 1956 film, Around the World in 80 Days with Cantinflas and David Niven. A totally fun, early, adventure film that became an epic. 

MCU Location Scout

Jay is back at work scouting MCU filming locations for the Disney+ series Marvel’s Secret Invasion. Whether you liked the series or not, it’s the perfect opportunity for you to explore Jay’s interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. And don’t forget to tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua breakdown each episode of the series.  

 

Enjoy Movies! 

A young George Lucas was talking to his friend Francis one day, when Francis says to him, “Georgie, THX-1138 was great, but so heavy. You should make a fluff piece now. You know, something upbeat.”  George wasn’t really in the mood, but he didn’t have any other ideas. 

 

So he found some money from a movie company and flushed it down the toilet. Then he figured out how to get it made for almost nothing, using his friends and guerilla filmmaking. It starred a bunch of young people that nobody had ever heard of and would probably never hear from again. Names like Ron Howard, Richard Dreyfuss, and Harrison Ford. 

 

It was based on George’s teenage years and his love for cars and that time he rolled his car racing Indiana Jones. (or something like that)  But it turns out that it really influenced movies long into the future and even changed the way some were made. Not only that, but it made enough money for George to someday make the next big movie he really wanted to make, Howard the Duck.

 

Have you seen American Graffiti? What did you do to spend your time as a teenager? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Howl for the Wolfman!” 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

Sometimes you just gotta say, "What the fork?" ...or something like that. Forty years ago Tom Cruise starred in this coming of age story that set him up for superstardom. The story stood out from your typical teen movie of the time. This week Jay and Shua look back at how to Enjoy a little Risky Business. 

 

Enjoy Stuff looks back at Risky Business on it’s 40th anniversary

 

News

An auction of vintage Disney parks memorabilia acquired a lot of money

Lunar Lander is a classic Atari game from the early days of arcades. Now it’s being revived

Cap’n Crunch is finally getting an accurate uniform with his latest update

IDW comics is set to release a Star Trek Lower Decks Choose Your Own Adventure comic

Paint your nails with Froot Loops! Well, the ELF Froot Loops polish

 

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Jay found John Boyega almost unrecognizable in the bizarre sci-fi Netflix film They Cloned Tyrone. Boyega plays a street-wise drug dealer that stumbles onto a government conspiracy of scientific experiments on the black population in the neighborhood. Shua just got back from Disney World. His family powered through all four parks and hit a ton of rides. But he chickened out on the important ones. 

Enjoy Movies! 

Paul Brickman wrote and directed the 1983 movie Risky Business. It looked like your typical teen sex comedy of the time, but the way he crafted it turned into something unique. Tom Cruise plays Joel Goodson, a high school senior who is left home alone when his controlling parents leave town for a week. His responsibility? Keep his upper-class, fancy home and his dad’s Porsche in perfect order while working hard on school and trying to get into Harvard. 

 

Sounds like something any teen could handle. Yeah,...right. Peer pressure and hormones push him to get a little crazy and order a call girl. Eventually this leads him to running his own brothel in his parents’ home. When Guido the killer pimp gets his revenge by stealing everything in the house including his mother’s precious crystal egg, Joel has to use all the money he made and buy it all back before his parents get home. 

 

We’ll break down some of the themes and why this movie worked and actually stands up to time. 

 

Have you seen Risky Business? Did you use your parents’ house for creative purposes when they left town? First person that emails me with the subject line, “What the fudge” 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

 

Midnight Run was released 35 years ago. This hilarious movie stars Robert DeNiro as a disgruntled bounty hunter and Charles Grodin as an accountant wanted by the mob and the FBI. They are an unlikely pair of heroes that we grow to love as they make their way across the country.

Jay and Shua look back at this classic on a special Lite episode of Enjoy Stuff.  

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Join our midnight runaround. First person that emails me with the subject line, “Moscone Bail Bonds” 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

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Adventure! Excitement! A Jedi may not crave these things, but we sure do! What is your Star Wars excitement meter measuring these days? For us, it's a little low, but we want it higher. What has made our interest wane? How could we spark that energy again? We talk about how to Enjoy Star Wars and what it means in our lives on Enjoy Stuff.

 

Come along and see what gets people excited about the galaxy far, far away and whether it still happens today. 

 

News

The new trailer for Wonka gave us a peek at the origins of our favorite chocolate maker

Apparently the Back to the Future musical is a hit

You can now buy Super MariO-reos

We have a follow up to the OK Go and Post lawsuit

New themed hotel with a Hot Wheels racetrack is opening in Arizona 

Cinderella Getting 4k "Ultimate Restoration" on Disney+

 

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Jay got a chance to see a showing of Jaws at the Warehouse Cinema. Seeing it on the big screen is a totally different experience. Have you seen any classic movies in a theater lately? Shua has been watching the Adventures of Young Indiana Jones on Disney+. While they may not have the wild adventure of the movies, it’s some great storytelling and interesting origins of some of Indy’s personality. 

Enjoy Star Wars! 

There’s no doubt that Star Wars has been an influential ‘force’ in our lives. For 46 years there have been times that the excitement has been so overwhelming it might be confused for a religious experience. 

 

There’s also no doubt that we are getting older. But does that explain why we may not be getting those feelings as strongly anymore? Or is there something else that is affecting our fandom? 

 

The answer isn’t simple to explain or even understand, but can a couple of long-time super-fans regain a little of that elation about our heroes? This week we look at some ways to reignite the excitement of anything that you’re looking to get back to. Join us on a thought experiment to return to our roots and learn to Enjoy Star Wars. 

 

Where is your Star Wars fandom? Can it feel the way it used to feel? First person that emails me with the subject line, “That is why you fail” 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

 

Celebrate Shua's birthday by looking back at some of the favorite toys he received as gifts. It's a goofy celebration of retro goodness on Enjoy Stuff!

 

What toys do you remember the most? This week, in honor of Shua’s birthday, we look back on some of the memorable ones that he was given as gifts. It’s a birthday toy extravaganza!

 

News

The Chairman of Disney Parks, Josh D’Amaro, says that something will for sure happen with the Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser once its final journey has occurred

You can now buy the house where Charles Shulz’s drew many Peanuts cartoons

Are you ready for Pineapple flavored Pepsi?

Don’t forget to celebrate National Nude Day this Friday! 

 

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Shua really enjoyed Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. It had tons of fun, classic Indy action. He absolutely recommends it. Jay has been on a road trip that included Jekyll Island, Skidaway Island, and Honeymoon Island. Gorgeous places, but don’t forget the bug spray. 

Enjoy Toys! 

When you’re a kid, getting your birthday presents is one of the most exciting parts of your special day. As you get older, you start to realize that there are more important things in life. But you are still left with those special memories of the happiness you felt when you opened that amazing toy. 

 

Shua shares some of the awesome things that made him squeal with glee. Many of them he still has today to remind him how great birthdays were when you’re a kid. 

 

And check out these fun home movies that Shua made when he was a kid, using his toys as the main characters. This and more on our YouTube channel. [Shua’s Home Movies]

 

Did you have special toys that you got for your birthdays? Do you remember Suckerman? First person that emails me with the subject line, “You say it’s your birthday!” 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

 

Adventure awaits in the realm of Dungeons & Dragons! Long-time friend Mike Witwer shares the 4 books he has written for 2023. Special guest shazbazzar joins in on the fun and fantasy of D&D!

 

Michael Witwer and shazbazzar join us on Enjoy Stuff as we talk about Dungeons & Dragons movies, vintage products, and the four amazing books Mike has for fans of fantasy this year. 

 

News

Will we be able to finally see the long-awaited sequel to Honey, I Shrunk the Kids starring Rick Moranis? Josh Gad says we can with a little help from you!

We have a new Superman and Lois! 

 

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Jay took the plunge into the series Orphan Black. The Canadian series explores the ethics of cloning, in a dramatic setting of course. Shua listened to an Audible original story called Space: 1969 set in an alternate reality where John F Kennedy survived and pushed space exploration to the extreme. Narrated by Richard Nixon (Yes, that’s what I said) this comedy starring Natasha Lyonne was like nothing Shua expected. 

MCU Location Scout

Jay is back at work scouting MCU filming locations. This time he’s focusing on the newest Disney+ series Marvel’s Secret Invasion. An espionage series set in places all over the world is the perfect opportunity for you to explore Jay’s interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. And don’t forget to tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua breakdown each episode of the series.  

 

Enjoy Dungeons & Dragons! 

Michael Witwer has become the foremost authority on Dungeons & Dragons art and information books. Earlier this year he released Dungeons & Dragons: The Legend of Drizzt Visual Dictionary, and he has 3 more books coming out soon. 

 

First we discuss the recent D&D movie starring Chris Pine and Michelle Rodriguez, plus the other movies as well. Then we get into some of the vintage products that came out when we were growing up. 

 

And finally we go over all the great books coming from Mike (and others) this year. First, The Legend of Drizzt Visual Dictionary , which came out earlier this year, is a highly detailed explanation of RA Salvatore’s original character that has had so many adventures throughout the years. 

 

Next, Mike’s first novel arrives August 29, 2023. It’s a middle grade reader book called Vivian Van Tassel and the Secret of Midnight Lake. A story of a young girl who moves to a town with a lot of monstrous secrets. Inspired by Dungeons & Dragons, any Gen X-er and young reader will thoroughly enjoy this story. 

 

Coming October 3, 2023, Lore & Legends is a follow up to Art & Arcana and a beautiful celebration of the fifth edition of Dungeons & Dragons. 

 

And finally, the follow up to Heroes’ Feast: The Official D&D Cookbook that will be out November 7, 2023; Heroes’ Feast - Flavors of the Multiverse. Just in time for your Thanksgiving feast!

 

What kind of Dungeons & Dragons character are you? Did you have any of the vintage D&D products? First person that emails me with the subject line, “I am Dungeon Master” 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

 

It's time to celebrate Canada Day! July 1 marks a big, national celebration for our neighbors to the north, so Jay and Shua remind us 'mericans about some famous celebrities who have called Canada their home and share some interesting facts along the way. It's time to Enjoy Stuff, eh!

 

Oh, Canada! We love our upstairs neighbors but sometimes we tend to have the wrong ideas about the second largest nation. Hopefully the boys can clear up a few misconceptions about a beautiful country with some rich history. 

 

News

Disney+ will be releasing a collection of restored, classic cartoon shorts

We love the artistry and talent of Stephen Richter’s 3D sculpt of Drew Struzan’s classic Indiana Jones poster

 

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This week Shua completed his summer chores while lazy book reading The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece: a Novel by Tom Hanks. It’s a unique take on how a movie gets made, with stories of the origins of characters decades before to the fictional background of how characters got involved in the movie business. Jay is enjoying the most recent season of the Netflix hit Black Mirror. It’s a collection of wild, unexpected stories that will keep you guessing and talking. 

MCU Location Scout

Jay is back at work scouting MCU filming locations. This time he’s focusing on the newest Disney+ series Marvel’s Secret Invasion. An espionage series set in places all over the world is the perfect opportunity for you to explore Jay’s interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. And don’t forget to tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua breakdown each episode of the series.  

 

Enjoy Canada! 

Because Canada is celebrating a national holiday this week, Enjoy Stuff wanted to show our support and friendship by sharing just how dumb Americans are when it comes to the people right next to us. We share a variety of fact about the illustrious country and a little bit of history (that is probably true, if we can trust the internet) And we talk about just a handful of the many public figures that are easily recognized by Americans, who are usually completely unaware that they came from Canada. 

 

And you can check out a classic TechnoRetro Dads episode where we discuss a Canadian comedy featuring our favorite hosers, Bob and Doug McKenzie (featuring the Cereal Connoisseur, Sheldon!)

https://technoretrodads.libsyn.com/take-off-with-bob-and-dougs-strange-brew 

 

Do you know of more famous Canadians? Are you a Canadian? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Meet me at Tim Hortons” 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

As we celebrate the father-figures in our lives, we remember some of the ones that made the most difference, ...our TV Dads. Sure they may be goofy and make tons of mistakes, but in the end we knew they loved us...er, their family. But what if we swapped them for a different TV Dad? Jay and Shua mess with the multiverse of dads on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Got a problem? Go to your TV Dad! But what if Walter White had to help Jan Brady? Ward Cleaver helping the Soprano children? Who knows? They may have been great. We ponder it all this week. 

 

News

Atari publishes their first game cartridge since 1990!

Get ready to revisit the classic board game, Crossbows and Catapults

The new Ghostbusters 4 teaser poster is mysterious and awesome!

This fall we will get a brand new Monster Cereal flavor, made with bits of real zombie

We have some amazing ducking news about iPhone’s autocorrect feature

 

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What we’re Enjoying

If you’re wondering why Jay is wearing a trenchcoat and fedora it’s because he’s gone noir. After reading a cool book on the genre, he’s been revisiting great movies like Chinatown and LA Confidential. And make sure to check out the interesting story of the making of the Godfather with The Offer. Shua found a TechnoRetro game on his iPhone with the updated version of Lemmings. How many will you need to sacrifice in order to win?

Enjoy TV! 

TV Dads were certainly a big influence on us growing up. Despite the many really dumb things that they did, in the end they were there for us. Even if they were just on TV. But in honor of Father’s Day this year, we ponder what some iconic television families would have been like if we swapped out dads from other shows. It’s a crazy, fatherly experiment on Enjoy Stuff. 

Were there TV dads that influenced you growing up? Who would you swap out on your favorite TV shows? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Nobody Likes a Tattletale” 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

 

Stock up on those rations and race to that bomb shelter, because it's Global Thermonuclear War! Or is it? Jay and Shua look back on 40 years of the classic movie WarGames with Matthew Broderick. 

 

WarGames not only kept us on the edge of our seat wondering if WW3 was about to start, but it also helped to shape policies and events in our nation’s government. Come with us as we revisit a dramatic 80s cold war movie.

 

News

RIP to the iconic singer Tina Turner

The recently renovated Brady Bunch house is now up for sale (y’know, if you have any pocket change…and really big pockets)

It’s not too late, for you to Whip It! Whip It Good! with a new Devo ReAction figure

Plop into your bean bag with a plate of delicious brownies and get ready for the Sid and Marty Krofft channel

21st century technology gets poured into our cereal with the new Lucky Charms Hidden Dragon cereal

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off finally arrives on 4K BluRay (Danke Schoen!)

Dive into the OASIS (…-like) virtual reality headset with Apple Vision Pro

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua recently finished another John Scalzi novel called ‘Redshirts’, which is about exactly what you’d think….those poor bastards from science fiction that are always getting killed on away missions. But this one has a twist. They begin to realize it. Audiobook narrated by Wil Wheaton. Jay finally returned to Pandora and watched the visually rich Avatar: The Way of Water. He agreed that it was a sight to behold. 

Enjoy Movies! 

1983 was a scary time in our country. We seemed to constantly be on pins and needles wondering if the Soviets were going to start an all-out nuclear war. But it was an exciting time too. The personal computer was making its way into our homes and giving us access to the outside world.

 

That is a brilliant recipe for a dramatic movie. Wargames became that movie, where a young computer hacker named David Lightman, played by a very young Matthew Broderick, who only had two acting credits to his name before this movie, unknowingly breaks into the military’s computer system and nearly starts World War 3.

 

It was very well executed and made us question the possibilities of the future. It even made President Reagan a little nervous. After watching it, he requested an investigation to research the dangers of hacking and how we could take precautions against it. 

 

And of course, it give Wade Watts an interesting challenge to accomplish in the Ready Player One novel by Earnest Cline. 

Have you experienced WarGames? Did you like experimenting with computers? Who, exactly, are you going to Paris with? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Greetings Professor Falken” 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

 

It's a dino-might episode as Shua and Jovial Jay look back on 30 years of Jurassic Park on a Lite episode of Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast!

Thirty years ago Steven Spielberg and a team of amazing artists brought dinosaurs to life, for real! Jurassic Park changed the way summer blockbusters were made and marked a renewed interest in the works of Michael Crichton. Shua and Jovial Jay party like it's 64,999,999 on a special Lite episode of Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast.

Wind up your radio for a look back at the king of wacky radio, Dr. Demento! Enjoy Stuff looks back at the zaniness of the parodies and comedy bits he played and what made us laugh so hard. From Fish Heads to Dead Puppies, it's time to get Demented!

 

Parodies and comedy are great, but has there ever been one place that specializes in only those classics? Look no further than Dr. Demento! He’s the bearded, top hat-wearing radio DJ that made Weird Al famous and Shaving Cream naughty. This week we look back on all the laughs. 

 

News

We have a premiere dated for Only Murders in the Building

Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser to close this fall. We share our thoughts

LEGO will release a sweet Pac-Man build that moves and all kinds of stuff!

Alamo Drafthouse has offered a collectible Indiana Jones glass for the release of Dial of Destiny

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua is enjoying some Mayhem! But he’s trying to relax because he’s just watching The Muppets Mayhem on Disney+. It’s a pretty good interpretation of our favorite rock band, Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem. All while trying to record their first album. Jay is running a local Memorial Day 5k, probably as you read this! Isn’t it good when we can stay fit and active?

Enjoy Music! 

Dr. Demento was filling the radio airwaves with funny songs for years. His real name is Barrett Hanson, but we all know him as Dr. Demento. During the 70s and 80s he had a syndicated radio show where he played many song parodies, stand-up, comedy, routines, and recorded skits. But that really doesn’t even come close to describing all of the crazy kinds of humor he had on his demented show. This week, Jay and Shua revisit some of their favorites and talk about what made it so funny.

 

Be sure to check out our YouTube playlist for some great Dr. Demento memories

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLw8odn9KH-emDSo2LGA791vDNBRC_zvqY   

 

Have you ever listened to Dr. Demento? What are some of your favorite bits? First person that emails me with the subject line, “They’re coming to take me away” 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

 

Star Wars - Return of the Jedi turns 40 this week! Join Jovial Jay and Shua as they look back at what memories they hold dear from 1983. Premieres to Paraphernalia, we remember what made a difference in our lives. And Jay quizzes Shua on Jedi-opardy. All that from a certain point of view on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Return with us (Or Revenge with us. We’re not picky) to a time when Ewoks were new and Jabba the Hutt was a mysterious new creature that we couldn’t wait to learn about. It’s the 40th anniversary of Star Wars - Return of the Jedi!

 

News

A cereal-ific Easter egg appears in Guardians of the Galaxy vol 3

Star Trek fans can now virtually tour every Enterprise bridge

Netflix is soon premiering a 3-part documentary about Arnold Schwarzenegger

Now you can get the Stranger Things Dungeons & Dragons RPG Starter Set for free!

All the Indiana Jones will be available on Disney+ on May 30!

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay watched a fun, crazy Bollywood movie called Polite Society. A heist, action, comedy that is a ton of fun to check out. Shua just got back from Punta de Mita, Mexico where he actually tried to relax for a few days (and almost even succeeded a couple of times)

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

Jay has updated MCU Location Scout with new locations from Guardians of the Galaxy vol 3. It’s a great rabbit hole to explore. And also, don’t forget to read his articles called Sci-Fi Saturdays on Retrozap.com  

 

Enjoy Movies!   

Return of the Jedi premiered 40 years ago this week. As Star Wars fans, we were highly anticipating the final chapter of the saga. And also preparing ourselves for never seeing another movie in the theaters. Regardless of what came after, 1983 was quite a year to indulge in all things Star Wars. 

 

We talk about the transition from Revenge to Return in the title. Ultimately, it was the perfect change, but we got some rare products before George made the final decision. 

 

Did you know that Jedi was one of only a handful of films that made some premieres in 70mm? 164 different theaters around the country got the chance to share this innovative format for us. Even if we weren’t always aware of what kind of awesomeness we were getting. 

 

Jay and Shua share stories of seeing the movie on opening weekend, including the theaters where they saw them. While some of the theaters may have now been sent to the great Hollywood Heaven in the sky, we still have the memories. 

 

Join us for a game of Jedi-opardy as Jay asks Shua some trivia questions centered around the actors and actresses featured in Return of the Jedi. 

Did you see Return of the Jedi in 1983? What memories of the film do you have? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Yub Nub” 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

 

Enjoy Stuff: Just 'V'isiting

Join Jovial Jay and Shua as they look back at the iconic miniseries “V” with its sci-fi story and important messages on a Lite episode of Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast!

In 1983 NBC broadcast a chilling miniseries that featured seemingly friendly aliens arriving on Earth with the promise of working with humans for a cooperative society. But that of course all turned around when they started eating us. What a bunch of party-poopers! Jovial Jay and Shua revisit this historic and still timely miniseries and how it influenced them on a special Lite episode of Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast.

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V was not the first miniseries, but it was a first for science-fiction lovers. Following hot on the heels of the Star Wars trend to turn everything into sci-fi, this miniseries shocked audiences, and created a franchise fo multiple television series, including two separate episodic series. You can read Jovial Jay's Sci-Fi Saturdays post on the original miniseries, right here.

Do you remember "V"? What's the first memory you get from this alien invasion series? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Space nazis go home!” 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

 

We truly appreciate all you Earbuds who have hopped on board and joined us for our next chapter! Join in the fun by reaching out to us! And make sure to Share and Enjoy with all your friends!

Share and enjoy!

 

Head down to the closet under the stairs and reach for the bottom of the pile of board games for the classics! Since May is officially Star Wars season, we focus on some of the great, classic Star Wars games that we have loved to play over the years. Jay and Shua try to get the highest spin as they channel the Force on Enjoy Stuff!

 

After Jay’s review of Star Wars: Jedi Survivor, tune in for a history of board games and a look at some of the greatest classic Star Wars games. 

 

News

Dark Horse Comics and Mattel are releasing a very cool Masters of the Universe art book

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves gets a digital release with bonus features

Beetlejuice 2 is officially announced

NASA found the juice to keep Voyager 2 going for 3 more years!

Kit Kat cereal is here! Gimme a break!

Have you checked out the Gran Turismo trailer?

David Tenant returns to Doctor Who for 60th Anniversary

Return of the Jedi hits #4 at the box office

 

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What we’re Enjoying

When Jay’s power goes out, he gets to dig into a book. The Big Goodbye: Chinatown and the Last Years of Hollywood by Sam Wasson tells some stories about one of the most classic eras of Hollywood and the drama around it. Shua is deep into season 2 of the Netflix series Shadow and Bone. He describes it as a ‘fantasy steam-punk’, which has a very unique feel.  

 

Enjoy Games!   

Board games have been around way longer than you realize. But are some of those historic games still being played? First we look back at some of the oldest games in human history that are still being played today. Dice has definitely been around the longest, dating all the way back to prehistoric times. But if you want something with an actual board, that would be the Royal Game of Ur, which has been played since 2650 BCE! Backgammon may no longer hold the title of oldest, but it sure has been around for a long time. There’s even an annual, world-wide game award from Germany, called the Spiel des Jahres. One game a year has been picked as the best since 1978. 

 

There’s some great games that we grew up with that may not make it on the Spiel des Jahres list, but they were fun nevertheless. Classic, mainstream games like Monopoly, Trivial Pursuit, Mousetrap, Yahtzee, and more start our board game discussion with some nostalgia. 

 

But it’s Star Wars month, so we pick some of the Star Wars favorites from the last 46 years. From the original Escape From Death Star game to the heyday of Revenge of the Sith products, these classic games give us so many varieties of game play. Listen in to see if your favorites made the list. 

Which board games do you Enjoy playing? What Star Wars games would you add to the list? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Fair and square” 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

 

Celebrate the 5th anniversary of Solo: A Star Wars Story with Jovial Jay, Shua, and special guest Joe Tavano on the season 3 premiere of Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast

 

Love it or hate it, Solo: A Star Wars Story gave us some interesting backstory of our favorite nerf-herder. Has it aged well in the 5 years since its debut? We talk about our feelings and we bring along a good friend from RetroZap. 

 

News

The Hamburglar has been released, but he may be back to his old ways

IDW Comics is publishing a Saturday Morning Adventures Dungeons & Dragons comic

Carrie Fisher is finally getting her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Who will be there to celebrate?

There are now screenings of Return of the Jedi coming in a theater near you

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Joe joins the boys to share what he’s been enjoying. He likes the Showtime series Yellowjackets, which includes cheerleaders and cannibals. Yum! Shua recently read a book by John Scalzi called “Lock-In” about a world 20 years after a pandemic that left a large number of people paralyzed, but fully aware, but giving them robot bodies to live a semi-normal life.  And there’s a murder mystery. Jay is in the midst of a new series on Peacock called Mrs. Davis. A mysterious A.I., a nun, and a quest for the Holy Grail. We’d explain more, but it’s so complex and crazy that it’s a fun ride. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

Jay has updated MCU Location Scout with new locations from Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. It’s a great rabbit hole to explore. And also, don’t forget to read his articles called Sci-Fi Saturdays on Retrozap.com  

 

Enjoy Movies!   

Solo: A Star Wars Story divided fandom. (Imagine that) But apart from that, does it have some positive traits? This is Enjoy Stuff, where we find the fun in everything, of course it does! With the help of our good friend, leader of RetroZap, and host of Brews and Blasters, we break down what we like about this movie on it’s 5 year anniversary. 

 

Plus, Jay brings along a game for Joe and Shua to play. It’s a Solo trivia game! Or is it. Well, …Yes. Yes it is…kinda.

 

Do you Enjoy Solo? Do you want to see a sequel? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Fair and square” 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

 

Hey! I heard that song in a movie! Join Jovial Jay and Shua as they play the epic game 5 Songs, where you match the tune with a film. Play along and trigger your implicit memory on the season finale of Enjoy Stuff!

 

Season 2 of Enjoy Stuff is coming to a close. We celebrate by revisiting music and movies. See if any of these ditties make you think of some classic movies as we once again play 5 Songs.

 

News

RIP to legendary Mad Magazine artist Al Jaffee

The Russo brothers continue to develop their Battle of the Planets project. We sure hope this sees the light of day sometime

In Denver, Regal is closing an iconic movie theater and Shua is sad

Hallmark is releasing a Sega Dreamcast ornament to grace your pop culture Christmas tree

Get ready to Phillipa out as Michelle Yeoh returns to her dastardly Star Trek: Discovery character in a ‘movie event’

Krispy Kreme is teaming up with Chips Ahoy cookies to increase body mass across the country

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay had a blast with the Washington DC metro Area Star Wars Collecting Club at a screening of the 40th anniversary of Return of the Jedi. Jedi is always a great film to revisit and it fills you with all the feels of being a kid again. Shua is enjoying an Apple+ musical and comedy series called Schmigadoon, starring Keegan-Michael Key and Cecily Strong. It’s a funny tribute to musicals of old. Season 2 is streaming weekly now.  

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

Jay has updated MCU Location Scout with new locations from Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. It’s a great rabbit hole to explore. And also, don’t forget to read his articles called Sci-Fi Saturdays on Retrozap.com  

 

Enjoy Music!   

We celebrate the season finale of Enjoy Stuff by revisiting one of our favorite games, 5 Songs. Jay and Shua play each other 5 different songs that make them think of movies from the past. Play along and try to guess what movie the musical clip comes from. 

 

Wanna listen to all our “5 Songs” picks? Click here for a YouTube playlist

 

Did you remember the movie? What songs make you think of movies? First person that emails me with the subject line, “You remind me of a song” 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

Beam down to the OASIS as we celebrate Jovial Jay's birthday by looking back at Star Trek through the years. Your mission is to Enjoy Stuff! Make it so!

 

It’s a party! Jovial Jay celebrates his birthday by looking back at a sci-fi franchise almost 60 years in the making. Star Trek has given us so many movies and TV shows to enjoy over the years, and even been a source for positive social change. Set phasers to fun and Enjoy Stuff! 

 

News

Kellogg’s picks a less mainstream superhero that may just appeal to kids

Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023 is in the books. We talk about the news that came out of England and what we are looking forward to

The Wienermobile can now be the location for snacks AND nuptials 

After the good buzz about TRON: Identity, Disney says more TRON games are coming

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua had tons of fun at the Super Mario Bros movie. It had countless nods to the games over the years. The story and performances were very entertaining. It felt like a video game in itself. Jay finally headed to Middle Earth for Amazon Prime’s interpretation of JRR Tolkien in the Rings of Power series. He felt that it is a rich story with an epic setting. 

 

Enjoy Birthdays!   

Birthdays are fun when you are being entertained by something you Enjoy. And this year, Enjoy Stuff is digging into the Star Trek universe. Since 1966 the characters and stories of the franchise have given us so much to hope for in the future. But it has always been more than just “that sci-fi show”. It has also been an inspiration for social change about important topics. Today we can revisit all the past Treks, but also anticipate all the current and upcoming projects which continue to excite us. Set engines to warp factor 9 and come along with us. 

Are you a fan of Star Trek? What series or characters mean the most to you? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Beam me up!” 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

 

It's a 100th episode celebration that takes trips down multiple rabbit holes! This week we Enjoy looking back on the first 100 episodes, which takes us on a variety of tangents while we play the game Rabbit Hole on Enjoy Stuff

 

Celebrate 100 episodes of Enjoying all kinds of Stuff with Jovial Jay and Shua! It’s rabbit holes galore on an anniversary episode of a TechnoRetro Podcast. 

 

News

Check your Police: “Synchronicity” album for a vinyl variant

NASA reveals the astronauts that will be flying around the moon for the first time in more than 50 years

The Muppets Mayhem trailer lets us know when we get to see the band

You can listen to the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 playlist on Spotify and Apple Music

Rest in peace Angie Mayhew

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay loves Bob Odenkirk, so he was for sure going to check out his new series on AMC+, called Lucky Hank. It’s not a lighthearted series, but it gets you thinking and has some great performances. Shua really liked the Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. It’s a lot like a classic D&D campaign, plus a lot of fun. 

 

Enjoy Rabbit Holes!   

It’s our 100th episode! For all those shows we consistently find our way down rabbit holes. But this week we celebrate them. First, we reminisce about some of our favorite episodes and why we like them…and what they remind us of…and oh, I should fix that door hinge….Uh, sorry. 

 

And then we play the game Rabbit Hole, where we finish the phrases of internet searches and try to fool each other. You can play along too. 

Do you find yourself going down rabbit holes? And did you see that trailer on YouTube? And, oh, I should pick some stuff off Amazon. First person that emails me with the subject line, “Happy 100 episodes!” 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

 

We just celebrated April Fool's Day, and boy are my arms tired! Join us this week as we celebrate all the different kinds of jokes that make us laugh (or groan). It's a celebration of Enjoying jokes on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Hi Hungry, we’re Dad! That’s the kind of humor we love in early April. This week we talk jokes! What are the different kinds? Why do they make us laugh? And why did that silly chicken cross the road. Come join us for a joke extravaganza on Enjoy Stuff! 

 

News

Patton Oswalt and Kumail Nanjiani join the Ghostbusters: Afterlife sequel

Disney’s The Aristocats are getting a live action remake and Questlove is making it

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua got his TechnoRetro action on when he watched the new Apple+ Tetris movie starring Taron Edgerton. It was a fun, dramatized version of the origins of the worldwide popularity of the legendary game. Jay tuned into Amazon Prime to watch Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game. Who knew we almost lost pinball forever? Luckily, one guy’s love for the game brought the modern world’s attention back to the flippers, springs, and bumpers. 

 

Enjoy Jokes!   

Laughter may be the most vital part of a human’s life and health! So join us as we talk about different kinds of humor, what we like, and tell lots of jokes along the way! There’s so many different kinds of jokes to make you laugh! Whether it’s an anecdotal story, a one-liner, or just your basic pun, everyone can use good laugh. 

 

It’s like my dad used to say, “Laugh once a day, because a day without sunshine is like…night.”

What are your favorite jokes? Why DID that chicken cross the road? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Take my wife, please” 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

Ready Player One was adapted for the screen five years ago. This week Jay and Shua look back at what worked, what was changed, and the fun of going to the OASIS. Plus, we create our own Easter egg challenges with our pop-culture obsessions on Enjoy Stuff!

 

What would your pop-culture references be if you created an Easter egg challenge in the OASIS? Come with us in a world of pure imagination as we look back at the movie Ready Player One. 

 

News

Dungeons and Dragons The Legend of Drizzt Visual Dictionary now out by Michael Witwer

Disney+ Cancels Willow After One Season…Or does it? (yeah, probably)

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay has been catching up on films nominated for this year’s Oscars. This week he watched the surprises in Martin McDonagh’s Banshees of Inisherin. He enjoyed the themes and symbolism in the wild story of two friends whose relationship suddenly changes and fingers are threatened. Shua surprises absolutely nobody by enjoying season 3 of The Mandalorian. It’s feeling very Star Wars to him. What do you think?

 

Enjoy Movies!   

In 2011, Ernest Cline released his homage to the pop-culture he grew up with, Ready Player One. This dystopian world became obsessed with everything 80’s after rich, white guy James Halliday dies and offers his fortune to anyone who can crack the clues in his contest. 

 

It became very popular among Generation X and we were all excited when it was announced that it was going to be adapted into a movie, and directed by Steven Spielberg even! But how could they get the juicy reference bits from the book into a film? The result was the 2018 movie of the same name. 

 

First we break down some of the major changes from the book to the film and why we think they made those changes. Then we talk about whether the movie was a successful adaptation from different points of view. 

 

And then we create our very own Easter egg hunt. What pop-culture references would we use for the world to solve? We’ll lay it all out for you so you can try to solve the riddles of the egg.  

 

Did you enjoy the Ready Player One Movie? What pop-culture references would be in your contest? First person that emails me with the subject line, “First to the key!” 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

 

The vernal equinox is upon us! But don't worry. That doesn't mean you'll need a new vaccine. It means that spring is here! A time of rebirth and rejuvenation. Jay and Shua look at a variety of rebirths from movies to comics and the beauty of the spring (by which, of course we mean the Slinky). It's time to come out of hibernation and Enjoy Stuff!

 

Play a round of Geek Out! with Jay and Shua as we look at everything spring can bring!

 

News

You can celebrate the 60th anniversary of Chips Ahoy on a yacht!

Holy Smokes, Dr. Jones! Ke Huy Quan wins the best Supporting Actor Oscar for “Everything Everywhere, All at Once”!

Get your spice on with Eva Longoria’s new movie about Flamin’ Hot Cheetos

Check out the new Indiana Jones LEGO sets to celebrate the Dial of Destiny

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua was lucky enough to enjoy his daughter’s high school musical “The Drowsy Chaperone”, a musical within a comedy. It was a laugh out loud performance that entertained him and made him proud of his youngest. Jay is on the road and exploring Tallulah Gorge State Park in Georgia. It’s a beautiful area and also the setting for a location in Avengers: Infinity War. He’ll keep exploring our great nation and Enjoy Stuff.  

 

Enjoy Spring!   

It’s time for spring! Wake from your winter hibernation and play a game of rebirth with us! Geek Out! is a game that will challenge your knowledge of the TechnoRetro pop-culture that we all love. Play along with each round as we match them up with examples of pop-culture that have experienced a rebirth. 

 

Here are the 5 rounds:

1. Games

2. Comics

3. Sci-Fi

4. Fantasy

5. Miscellaneous

 

We are looking forward to what the new season will bring, and we want you to come along for some laughs.  

 

What are you looking forward to this spring? Can you think of more pop-culture rebirths? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Zoinks!” 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

 

Yabba Dabba Doo! It's time to Enjoy Hanna-Barbera cartoons! This week Jay and Shua look back on the persistence of two men that changed animation. Plus, they pit 'toon against 'toon, and you decide who would win. Grab your pick-a-nic basket and come with us to Enjoy Stuff! 

 

Zoinks! Did you know that Hanna-Barbera created 249 cartoon series throughout their history?! Jay and Shua look back on the interesting history of some of our favorite cartoons! 

 

News

Be a goldfish and buy yourself a Ted Lasso Monopoly! 

Meet 50-year-old Jeff Reitz of Huntington Beach, California. He just broke the record for consecutive days going to Disneyland!

Get ready Alamogordo, Funko is coming with another dump of pop culture history!

AMC Theaters selling their popcorn in WalMart in bags

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay popped on a little Hulu and checked out the latest Mel Brooks property, which is a sequel to one of his classic movies; History of the World part II. A series that takes the idea of the historical sketch comedy and keeps the idea going for the next generation. Shua and his wife took the plunge and sniffed out Cocaine Bear. This crazy, over-the-top interpretation of a true story with gore, action, and dark humor entertained them and made them laugh. If you dig that combination, check it out. 

 

Enjoy Cartoons!   

William Hanna and Joseph Barbera were animators for MGM, but in 1957 they founded their own animation studio and proceeded to change the industry with their dedication and innovation. They received 7 Academy Awards, 8 Emmys, and tons of other accolades. They produced 1,246 hours of animation on television for more than 60 years. This week we look back on their animation origins and how they made such a difference. 

 

Plus, Jay and Shua chose some of their favorites from the years and randomly pit them against each other. You decide who you think would win the matchup! Let us know at EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com

 

Here are the matchups

 

 

What were some of your favorite Hanna-Barbera cartoons? Which do you think would win in our matchups? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Zoinks!” 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

 

25 years ago in The Big Lebowski, Jeff Bridges artfully crafted one of the most memorable characters in movies. The Dude was just trying to live his life, drinking white Russians, and bowling until he gets wrapped up in a complicated case, with a lotta ins, a lotta outs, a lotta what-have-yous. Enjoy Stuff presents The Big Lebowski

 

Jeff Bridges is The Dude, or Duder, his Dudeness, or El Duderino; if you’re not into the whole brevity thing. This week we look back on the Coen brothers classic, The Big Lebowski on its 25th anniversary. 

 

News

General Mills has some tiny kitchen supplies to go along with your tiny cereal. 

A young programmer updates and improves the 1983 ET video game and you can download it to play. Check it out here! 

Ke Huy Quan is the first Asian ever to win Best Supporting Actor from the SAG awards

Jay and Shua celebrate their 10th anniversary of podcasting together. 

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua has been thoroughly enjoying season 3 of Picard. It’s not only action packed, but a nice homage to the Next Generation series. Jay is exploring the area around his new house. He visited Monocacy Battlefield National Park, which is the site of an important battle in the Civil War that saved the US capitol. American history can be valuable to learn

 

Enjoy Movies!

The Big Lebowski (1998) has developed such a big following in its 25 years, that it has become a legendary film. While not the most successful of the Coen brothers movies, it may be the most popular. And that’s because of the memorable quotes, the unique humor, and the performances of so many Hollywood icons. This week we break down so many of the aspects that make this piece of art more popular than a Jackie Treehorn movie. Enjoy Stuff thinks The Big Lebowski is a must-see film. …of course, that’s just our opinion, man.  

 

Do you like The Big Lebowski? Do you think that the rug really tied the room together? First person that emails me with the subject line, “The Dude Abides” 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

 

40 years ago the video game industry crashed faster than a Combat bi-plane. What was the cause? Was it really because of the legendary E.T. game? Jay and Shua remember what was happening and how they probably caused the whole thing. 

 

Join us on a trip back to an adaptation of a popular Japanese cartoon that got our imagination flowing! This is Battle of the Planets!

 

News

Is the world ready for a TETRIS movie? Of course we are! And there’s one coming to Apple TV+

The latest Disney movie based on a ride, Disney’s haunted mansion, is coming sooner than we expected

In a rare display of corporate understanding, Sega is going to give its employees a raise

The cereal company that shall not be named is releasing a cereal that can help you sleep

Get ready for a frozen version of 'biscuits with the boss' when Jeni’s Ice Cream releases their latest flavor

 

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What we’re Enjoying

In preparation for the third season, Jay has been re-watching Ted Lasso. it’s still a great show with characteristics that are perfect for re-watches. The new season is coming in just a couple weeks. Shua really enjoyed Ant-man and the wasp Quantumania. He knows how to enjoy things without listening to the naysayers. And that’s what Enjoy Stuff is all about!

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

A very fun and entertaining Star Trek movie came out in 1999. And it was called Galaxy Quest. This week Jay releases his 200th Sci-Fi Saturdays article spotlighting this great homage to the Trek universe. Read and enjoy this and all of the other 199 articles too. Check it out on Sci-Fi Saturdays on Retrozap.com. Plus, stay tuned for the classic Star Trek homage Galaxy Quest, coming this Saturday. 

 

Enjoy Video Games!

In 1983 the video game industry was at its highest point so far. They were earning more than $3 billion with home consoles and cartridges that we could enjoy whenever we wanted. But a poor business model which included releasing too many games, many of which were low quality, and a saturated market with companies coming from every room of the metaphorical Adventure dungeon, meant that the bubble was about to burst. Legend has it that the release of the E.T. video cartridge in 1983 was the cause. But in reality there were many different aspects that led to a big change. Luckily it found ways to recover and is now a booming business still today.

Did you enjoy the E.T. video game? Did you notice the crash in ‘83? Did you read all of these shownotes? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Atari, phone home” 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

 

Battle of the Planets! A cartoon that was unleashed on America after the success of Star Wars. It ushered in a new wave of the popular style of animation. This week, we look back on why it hit the right notes. Plus, Jay tests Shua's knowledge in "Anime or Sushi", on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Join us on a trip back to an adaptation of a popular Japanese cartoon that got our imagination flowing! This is Battle of the Planets!

 

News

Ted Lasso will return on March 15

Grab your bottle of Peeps-flavored Pepsi before Easter arrives!

Bill Watterson will release a new graphic novel, years after retiring from Calvin and Hobbes

The Enjoy Stuff-recommend show, Poker Face has been renewed for season 2

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua drank the Kool-Aid (or would it be ‘eats the fungus’) and watched the HBO Max hit series “The Last of Us”. This not-quite-a-zombie series includes great action, suspense, and character development. It stars Mandalorian’s Pedro Pascal and Game of Thrones’ Bella Ramsey. If you enjoy dystopian post-apocalyptic shows, you’re gonna love this! Jay started replaying the relatively recent and well-received video game, Jedi: Fallen Order. It has a great story, terrific graphics. And there have been some references in recent episodes of The Bad Batch on Disney+. Check them both out!

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

Brad Bird’s iconic classic The Iron Giant is the film on the docket this week on Sci-Fi Saturdays. Meaningful themes, great performances, and cool, stylized art design. Check it out on Sci-Fi Saturdays on Retrozap.com. Plus, stay tuned for the classic Star Trek homage Galaxy Quest, coming this Saturday. 

 

Enjoy Cartoons!

With the success of Star Wars in 1977, entertainment creators were looking to cash in on the newest sci-fi craze. One company scored big when they bought the rights to a Japanese animated series called Gatchaman. 

 

Though, it wasn’t quite the feel they were going for. So as it was adapted to American TV, some big changes created almost a different show altogether. Some of the overall story was changed with some violence and style of dialogue was made more kid-friendly. 

 

Because some was just cut altogether, certain segments with a very familiar looking robot, named 7-Zark-7, was added as a narrator to tie things together, especially after the drastic changes.  

 

It seemed to all work though, because it became very popular, and even helped future Anime reach the mainstream, such as Voltron and MASK. It’s success also led to a live-action Japanese movie called Gatchaman in 2013.

 

With all this great Anime fun on the show, Jay decided to quiz Shua with his knowledge by playing the game “Anime or Sushi?” How will Shua do? Does he know his mouth food from his eye candy? Test your knowledge and see how you do!

 

Are you a fan of Battle of the Planets? Do you know your sushi? Did you read all of these shownotes? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Always Five! Acting as one!” 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

 

The season of love is upon us! But you don't want to screw up that special retro date you have planned. This week share what absolutely NOT to do as you're planning a retro-themed evening for that special someone. Come with Jovial Jay and Shua to the Casbah on a Valentines Enjoy Stuff!

 

Don’t leave love to chance. Let us tell you what to avoid on that special retro-themed Valentine’s Day date. 

 

News

Snoop Dogg and Master P are teaming up with Post for a new cereal

Speaking of cereal: Magic Spoon Cereal will be coming to grocery stores

Melinda Dillon, actress from Close Encounters and Christmas Story, passes away 

Bandai reveals the Grogu Tamagotchi but Shua will still not let them in his classroom

Mark Hamill is selling some of his cool Star Wars things to raise money for Ukraine

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay found some very cool and inspirational Australian movies. Seriously Red and The Pretty One are fun and entertaining, but also have great messages on self-image. Definitely worth checking out. Shua watched a recent Netflix series from Britain called Cunk on Earth. A very condensed (and ridiculous) history of our planet starring Diane Morgan giving her unique take on this hunk of rock we live on. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

The Thirteenth Floor was a less well known sci-fi virtual reality flick than The Matrix, but there are some great aspects to it as well. Check it out on Sci-Fi Saturdays on Retrozap.com. Plus, stay tuned for one of the greatest animated stories of all time, The Iron Giant, coming this Saturday. 

 

Enjoy Life!

One way to make Valentine’s Day special for that someone you love is to plan a retro-movie-themed date. Last year we had some fun nights planned that surely led to life-long relationships. This year’s episode is more of a cautionary tale. We give you some great themes, with some warnings of what you should absolutely avoid (unless you’re trying to get rid of them) 

 

Themes include:

“The Sixteen Candles”

“The Back to the Future”

“The Breakfast Club”

“The Brendan Fraser”

“The Die Hard”

“The Splash”

“The Arnold Schwarzenegger”

 

Have you made these mistakes on dates? What other things should we all avoid? Did you read all of these shownotes? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Love stinks, yeah, yeah.” 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

 

Come with us to the perfect TechnoRetro town! Enjoy Stufftopia is a welcoming place with plenty to do. Start your visit today with a pun-filled celebration of the perfect town on Enjoy Stuff. 

 

Looking for an escape? Come visit Enjoy Stufftopia! Jovial Jay and Shua share some of the appealing locations you can visit as we lay the groundwork for the perfect imaginary town, open to all Earbuds!

 

News

The popular band OK, Go is getting some soggy treatment from the Post cereal company

You need a tiny retro TV to play tiny retro games with your tiny Raspberry Pi. Print yours today!

The Picard final season premieres next Thursday and we are excited!

Sadly, Picard’s Annie Wersching and Laverne and Shirley’s Cindy Williams have passed away

“Still: A Michael J Fox movie” premieres at the Sundance Film Festival

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua is getting ridiculously scientific as he listens to Wil Wheaton narrate How To: Absurd Scientific Advice for Common Real-World Problems by Randall Munroe. If you ever want to know how to use math, physics, and science to build a lava moat around your house, this is the book for you! Jay is enjoying the latest Peacock murder-mystery series Poker Face, starring Natasha Lyonne and written and directed by Rian Johnson. It’s a fun, unique take on the weekly murder mystery.  

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

It’s finally time to dig deep into 1999’s Star Wars-Episode I, The Phantom Menace. Jay analyzes the important themes and influences of the installment of the franchise that ushered in the modern age of Star Wars. Check it out on Sci-Fi Saturdays on Retrozap.com. Plus, stay tuned for an often overlooked sci-fi thriller, The Thirteenth Floor, coming this Saturday. 

 

Enjoy Life!

If you’ve ever desired to travel to a town where the residents find the fun in everything, we have the perfect location for you: Enjoy Stufftopia! Come see the sights and indulge in the entertainment of a place where there is fun on every corner, including the names of the businesses. This week Jovial Jay and Shua share their ideas for the puntastic names for the first stores that will lay the groundwork of our perfect town. 

Where will you visit first in Enjoy Stufftopia? What would you like to see included? Did you read all of these shownotes? First person that emails me with the subject line, “A nice place to live” 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

Clear the table and sort the bricks, we have LEGO! Enjoy Stuff looks at the history of our favorite building set for years! From the early days when the founding family first measured out the dimensions of the connecting parts to the wide variety of franchised sets we can get at LEGO stores around the world. And we test our knowledge of when their most memorable ideas debuted. 

 

L’eggo my LEGO! It’s a history of the famous building blocks on Enjoy Stuff. It’s founder, Ole Christiansen, founding the company way back in 1932, probably never predicted how widespread his ideas would become. Come with us in the Wayback machine as we say “Bricks for the memories”

 

News

Indiana Jones Toys have been revealed for the upcoming Dial of Destiny movie

Ted Lasso gets a season 3 premiere

Looks like TRON 3 may be a go 

Singer David Crosby passes little over a week ago 

Cobra Kai will end after 6 Seasons

Valentine's Day-Inspired Pop-Tarts Bites will return this year

Oscar Noms have been announced, Short Round and Data are both nominated for Everything, Everywhere, All At Once!

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay has been getting very Retro (Retro-squared?) by revisiting some Bob Hope movies from way back in 1941. Caught in the Draft and Nothing but the Truth were some fun films that remind you about a time gone by and how the past can be entertaining. Shua really committed himself when he decided to binge all of the extended versions of Peter Jackson’s six-movie-spanning Tolkien stories. Love ‘em or leave ‘em, it can be fun to immerse yourself in Middle Earth and remember what the message of all the films relay. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

The Matrix was a ground-breaking movie in so many ways. This week Jay looks at the story, effects, and influence of Keanu Reeve’s classic Alice in Digital-Wonderland story. Check it out on Sci-Fi Saturdays on Retrozap.com. Plus, now that SFS has reached 1999 it’s time to remember the hype, politics, and complexity of Star Wars-Episode I, The Phantom Menace, coming this Saturday. 

 

Enjoy Toys!

One of the most wide-spread successes of toys has got to be LEGO. But it didn’t start out like that. This week we look back to the humble beginnings when Ole Kirk Christiansen took his bankrupt carpentry business and made it into something that would change the industry.

 

It wasn’t an instant success though. There were many hardships, failed ideas, and more factory fires than most people could come back from. Luckily, his son Godtfred (like his father) was a persistent and determined creator. Once he was inspired by a set of building blocks he saw at a convention, they bought a plastic injection molding machine and the rest is history. 

 

Through some very clever innovations with the designs, LEGO began to see some success and spread across the globe. By the 1950s their basic sets were found in many toy boxes across the United States. 

 

The long history of the company lends itself well to our game “Just in the Brick of Time”. Jay will try to identify the decade some of the LEGO milestones took place. You can play along too!

Did you play with LEGO? What sets of the building system do you admire? Did you read all of these shownotes? First person that emails me with the subject line, “I’m a LEGO maniac” 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

We can rebuild him. We have the technology. But it’ll cost a pretty penny. Six Million Dollars to be precise. That’s the premise behind the 1973 hit series featuring Colonel Steve Austin. This week Enjoy Stuff revisits The Six Million Dollar Man

 

Every boy wanted to be Steve Austin in the 70s. That’s because The Six Million Dollar Man was a big hit on TV. Let’s celebrate 50 years of the Bionic Man on Enjoy Stuff

 

News

Universal is going to be opening a permanent Horror-Themed experience in Las Vegas

In N Out Burger is coming to Tennessee

Mel Brooks has finally revealed a long-awaited sequel “History of the World part II”

To celebrate Schoolhouse Rock’s 50th Anniversary, ABC will feature an all-star singalong

Get ready for Dr. Pepper Peeps

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua and his wife watched the latest Tom Hanks film A Man Called Otto, which makes you think about life, aging, and making a difference. Jay has been rewatching Loki on Disney+ in preparation for the upcoming Antman and the Wasp: Quantumania movie. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

Six-String Samurai is a wild and crazy mixture of rock and post-apocalyptic movies. Sound like a strange combination? You’re not wrong. Check it out on Sci-Fi Saturdays on Retrozap.com. Plus, as Sci-Fi Saturdays approaches the end of the millennium, it’s time to rewatch an influential classic, The Matrix, coming this Saturday. 

 

Enjoy TV!

In the early 70s, our live-action sci-fi was limited. When ABC adapted Martin Caidin’s 1972 novel, Cyborg into a TV series, it didn’t take long for us to get hooked. Steve Austin is an astronaut who suffered life threatening injuries in a test flight. The government rebuilt him using new bionic technology. Both legs, his right arm, and an eye were all replaced with super-human abilities. From there he completed missions nobody else could.

 

Over the 5 seasons, he interacted with aliens, robots, BigFoot, and more! Plus, his childhood sweetheart, in a spinoff-creating coincidence, had a similar accident that gave her bionic body parts and her own series. 

 

Plus, there were toys that had action features boys had never dreamed of before. Power lift, bionic eye, and fashionable red track suit. The Six Million Dollar Man was the perfect set up for the imagination of the 70s kid.

Did you watch The Six Million Dollar Man? Did you make the sound when you ran? Did you read all of these shownotes? First person that emails me with the subject line, “We can rebuild him” 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

For the record, we couldn't get enough music 40 years ago. This week Enjoy Stuff remembers how we consumed our music and what was popular in 1983. Jay and Shua spin you right round baby, right round on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Let’s look back at what music was popular in 1983 and how we listened, on a very musical episode of Enjoy Stuff 

 

News

Wednesday is renewed for a season 2 at Netflix

Some kids at an elementary school in Racine, Wisconsin are collecting cereal for a world record. You can donate tasty breakfast or money here: Amazon Wish List. 

Peter Gabriel is releasing his first new album in 21 years!

4/4/23 you too can enter the grid when TRON Lightcycle Run opens in Magic Kingdom

Ke Huy Quan wins a Golden Globe and reveals that his entertainment lawyer knows the Truffle Shuffle

Sad news as we lost a trio of legends. RIP Lisa Marie Presley, Jeff Beck, and Robbie Kneivel

 

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What we’re Enjoying

After watching season 1 of Willow on Disney+, Jay went back and remembered how fun Willow the movie was. A fantasy adventure with humor and a lot of heart. Shua has been immersed in a Star Trek soundtrack playlist on Spotify that includes music from just about every show, movie, and project you could think of. A nice variety of sci-fi tunes for your daily listen. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

In 1998 Aerosmith would close their eyes, just to hear you breathing. Creepy? Not when you realize it’s the soundtrack from the Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck disaster flick Armageddon. As hokey and over the top as this Michael Bay movie is, it’s still a lot of fun. Check it out on Sci-Fi Saturdays on Retrozap.com. Plus, stay tuned for a little known post-apocalyptic film called Six-String Samurai, coming this Saturday. 

 

Enjoy Music!

Music has been a determining factor of a culture since Ringo Starr discovered it as a Caveman. But in the 80s it seemed to take it to a whole other level. This week we take a look at where we got our music and what was popular. 

 

This week, 40 years ago, Men at Work had the number one spot with Down Under. And while Australia was all the rage at this time, it was just one of the many songs we would keep track of on the charts when we listened to Casey Kasem bring it to us each week on American Top 40. 

 

While listening to the radio was nice, we couldn’t pick the songs we wanted. So we headed into the record stores for our records and tapes. Enjoy Stuff will share the history and origins of some of our listening vessels on this week’s show. 

 

Plus, we remember some of the iconic stores that were enjoying their heyday in the malls and other venues across the country. It’s a musical episode for the scrapbook. Come join us as we Enjoy Music!

 

Where did you get your music in 1983? Did you listen on vinyl, cassette, American Top 40? Did you read all of these shownotes? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars” 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

1983 may have ushered in a change to the arcade industry, but it sure gave us some legendary games. This week we look back on some of the most memorable games we remember as we head back to the arcade to Enjoy Stuff!

 

Grab a handful of tokens, (especially if you’re playing Dragon’s Lair) and come back with us to a 1983 arcade. We take a look at some of the most memorable and legendary games. 

 

News

The iconic Denver, Mexican restaurant Casa Bonita gets a reopening date!

Grab your driving gloves and racing helmet because General Mills is releasing a Hot Wheels Cereal!  

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua had a great time reading Steve Martin’s newest and illustrated book “Number One is Walking”. It contains some great anecdotes about Martin’s time in the movies and some fun cartoon strips illustrated by New Yorker cartoonist Harry Bliss. Jay spent New Year’s Eve watching the new Rian Johnson movie Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery with Daniel Craig and a slew of other great celebrities. It’s a fun mystery with some unexpected twists

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

In 1998 X-Files was a hit on TV. But could it translate onto the big screen? Jay looks at the hits and misses of this Chris Carter story on Sci-Fi Saturdays. Plus, stay tuned for his look at the 1998 Bruce Willis and Ben Affleck disaster movie coming this Saturday. 

 

Enjoy Video Games!

In 1983 the video game industry was riding a wave of success that began stronger than Piston Joe’s punches. That would soon change, but as kids we had no idea what was coming, we were just enjoying the creative games that came out that year. Vector-based legends like Star Wars and Star Trek, iconic sequels like Donkey Kong Jr., and innovative classics like Dragon’s Lair dominated the arcades. Jay and Shua look back at these and some other home system games that would soon close a successful chapter in digital history.

 

What were your favorite games of 1983? Do you think using a pencil on Track and Field is cheating? Did you read all of these shownotes? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Body Blow!” 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

Did you find ways to Enjoy 2022? This week we look at some of our highlights from a year's worth of Enjoy Stuff and our own personal life. Plus, we look ahead to what we're expecting in this new year as we continue to Enjoy Stuff!

 

Come with us on the podcaster’s obligatory look back at the year! We discuss some of our highlights and of course, look at what’s coming up. It’s never been a better time to Enjoy Stuff!

 

News

Who wants a giant Fruit Loop? We all do, of course!

Like Jovial Jay, there’s a guy who loves the details in the background of movies. In this case, sports on TVs

A Ferrari used in Ferris Bueller’s Day off sells for more money than we spend on cereal every year!

And speaking of cereal, if you want 100 year old cereal, …you may have issues. But what about cereal celebrating 100 years of Disney?

Let’s stand behind Snoop Dogg and Master P as they are forced to change the name of Snoop Loopz because of “The Man”

 

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What we’re Enjoying

During Jay’s extensive road travels in his new RV, he was able to Kayak with Manatees! No, that’s not a new Discovery documentary series, he actually did it. How did the Manatees feel about him and his wife floating around? Listen in to find out. And when people find out what a bad electrician Shua is, they’re shocked. Luckily, he got a Radio Shack 65 in One Electronic Project Kit from his childhood. It’s been pretty cool reliving his younger, scientifically-experimental side to himself. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

To wrap up the year, Jay has watched and analyzed Lost in Space (1998) with Gary Oldman, William Hurt, Matt LeBlanc, and Mimi Rogers. Did it live up to the original series? And tune in this Saturday for a look back at the X-Files movie (1998).

 

Enjoy 2022 and beyond!

Our first show of the new year consists of a look back at last year! There were so many great things to Enjoy and we only scratched the surface. But what a fun surface to scratch! We are sharing some standout moments on Enjoy Stuff. Were any of these your favorites? Did we miss a big glaring one because we were too distracted by gigantic cereal and sea cows? I mean, this stuff can be overwhelming, you know? Just give us a holler and tell us what we should have mentioned. 

 

What did you Enjoy in 2022? What are you looking forward to in 2023? Should we start thinking about 2024? Did you read all of these shownotes? First person that emails me with the subject line, “What’s an Auld Lang Syne?” 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

 

Now that Christmas is over, it's time to engage in Boxing Day! This week we look at what makes boxing movies so popular and inspirational. Jay and Shua come out swinging as we Enjoy Stuff!

 

From Rocky to Creed, boxing movies are popular, motivational, and award-winning. We look at some of our most memorable pugilistic stories and try to figure out why people like them. 

 

News

Bryce Dallas Howard will be heading up a reboot of Disney’s classic alien mystery Witch Mountain

Hey, look at that! They renewed Quantum Leap for season 2!

And the Disney+ series The Santa Clauses has been renewed for more holiday goodness next year. 

 

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What we’re Enjoying

The holidays are over, but they delivered a new Christmas tradition for Shua. The Apple TV movie Spirited with Will Ferrell and Ryan Reynolds was an impressive, Broadway-style musical. He was very impressed with the story, songs, and performances of the cast. Jay sat down for a rewatch of the Hulu series Only Murders in the Building with his wife. Like the TechnoRetro Dads, she was intrigued by the entertaining and hilarious show. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

For the end of 2022, Jay wrapped up Sci-Fi Saturdays with Dark City (1998). A wild psychological trip of a vision of the future. Tune in this Saturday for a reboot of Lost in Space (1998) with Gary Oldman, William Hurt, Matt LeBlanc, and Mimi Rogers. 

 

Enjoy Movies!

December 26 is Boxing Day in many parts of the world. Though it started out as a way for rich people to pretend like they cared about their servants, it soon evolved into….well, another excuse to lure shoppers into stores with sales galore. While it never really evolved into anything significant in the United States, it gave us the perfect excuse to Enjoy some boxing movies. 

 

Probably the first thing you think of when someone stops you on the street and says, “Hey buddy, what movie do you think of when I say boxing?” is “Get away from me you freak! Why are you asking random strangers about boxing movies?!?!” But then you’re going to think of Sylvester Stallone’s 1976 movie Rocky. 

 

It was an inspirational tale of an underdog boxer in Philadelphia who got a once in a lifetime chance to prove himself. And that’s what boxing movies do for us. They help us understand that hard work and perseverance can change your life, even if you don’t get the knockout. Rocky inspired a series of sequels, many of which are just as iconic or more! Whether he’s fighting Clubber Lang or Ivan Drago, we can cheer for this guy who we’ve come to know through good storytelling. 

 

Learning about characters is really the key to a good boxing movie. Winning the boxing match isn’t the real goal for our hero, it’s overcoming the hardships of their lives. The Champ (1979) starred Jon Voight as a boxer who was trying to keep his young son, played by Ricky Schroder. 

 

Robert DeNiro’s Raging Bull (1980) told the real life story of Jake LaMotta whose violence and temper made him a good fighter, but destroyed his life out of the ring. 

 

Sometimes the story could be fun. In 1979, Tim Conway starred with Don Knotts as a fighter who gets roped in by the mob to participate in a series of fixed fights. And The Main Event (1979) with Ryan O’Neal and Barbara Streisand was a romantic comedy about a boxer and a woman who tries to get him back into the ring. It was promoted as “A Glove Story”. 

 

The list goes on and on. Boxing movies don’t show any signs of going away and they even often earn high praises and awards in Hollywood. 

Are you inspired by boxing movies? Do you drink a lot of eggs first thing in the morning? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Yo Adrian!” 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

Get in the holiday spirit with Jay and Shua on a special, festive, (and multiversal) musical episode of Enjoy Stuff. 

 

Jay and Shua are taking a cross country road trip in Jay’s new RV (Rocket Vehicle?) When they break down, the mysterious Agamotto button begins transporting them to different multiverses with some interesting Christmas music. Will they make it to the families before Christmas? It’s time to Enjoy some Christmas music to get in the spirit of the holidays on the 2022 Enjoy (Stocking) Stuff(-er).

Songs Featured

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer - Billy May

I Don't Know What Christmas Is (But Christmastime is Here) - Old 97s

Carolina Christmas - Squirrel Nut Zippers

A Rootin' Tootin' Santa Claus - Tennessee Ernie Ford

Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy - August Burns Red

Santa Drives a Hot Rod -The Brian Setzer Orchestra

Feliz Navidad (8-Bit Version) - 8 Bit Universe

Banjo-Kazooie - Freezeey Peak

I T’ant Wait Til Quithmuth Day - Mel Blanc

Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree - Foghorn Leghorn

All I Want For Christmas Is More, More, More - Daffy Duck

Santa Claus is back in town - Elvis

Ding Dong, Ding Dong - George Harrison

Ho Ho Ho Who'd Be a Turkey at Christmas - Elton John

Little Drummer Boy - Christopher Lee

Spidey Bells (from A VERY SPIDEY CHRISTMAS) - Chris Pine

The Avengers Sing Christmas Carols

Joker sings Jingle Bells

The Hulk Explains Christmas

The Avengers Theme / Christmas mashup - L'orchestra Cinematique

Yuletide Ride - Blackball Bandits

Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town - The Ventures

California Christmas - Switchfoot

I'm spending Hanukkah in Santa Monica - Tom Lehrer

Are you ready for Christmas - Neil Patrick Harris

Muppets - We need a little Christmas

Chewbacca - Silent Night

Here it is Christmastime Kevin Bacon

Christmas all over again - Tom Petty

 

Bonus:  Father Christmas - The Kinks

 

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all of our Earbuds! Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com

Every word of this podcast is wrong. Five years ago, a Star Wars movie premiered that may have divided fandom more than any that has come before or since. This week we revisit The Last Jedi and discuss what we liked, didn't, and how you can Enjoy Stuff!

 

Are you a fan of The Last Jedi? Do you pretend it doesn’t exist? Or are you able to still be a fan, no matter what your opinion? This week we look at the divisive movie and break down the pros and cons….and have fun while doing it!

 

News

RIP to some beloved educators and entertainers. Sesame Street’s Bob McGrath and talented actress Kirstie Alley have passed away

William Gibson’s novel Neuromancer is coming as a series to Apple TV+

The Goonies house has sold for $1.5 Million to a real collector!

Indiana Jones gets a name (Dial of Destiny) and a trailer

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua thinks they made some good decisions on how to construct the new Disney+ Willow series. The warmth, humor, and slightly-lighter than you’d expect a fantasy is what he is looking for. Jay thought that the Leonardo DaVinci exhibit at the Biltmore Mansion in North Carolina was a very cool experience. Immerse yourself in the geniusness of the legendary artist. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

Starship Troopers (1997) was a fun romp through a future where humanity is fighting for their lives against giant bugs that are the scourge of the galaxy! (Would you like to know more?) There are new locations for the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special on MCU Location Scout.

 

Enjoy Movies!

In 2017 our Christmas present was another new Star Wars movie. Rian Johnson’s The Last Jedi presented a very different idea of how a Star Wars story could be told. It’s themes of failure as mentors, shades of gray, and hope are great messages in stories. The effects and designs were stunning. And the future of the galaxy was given a path. 

 

Yet, the movie was not necessarily well-received (insert understatement here). Fans were torn as they moved to both sides of the spectrum further than ever before. Some didn’t like the humor. Some didn’t like the performances. And some really didn’t like how our original heroes were treated. 

 

Jay and Shua break down a lot of these discussion topics and expose themselves by sharing their opinion about the film. 

Are you able to Enjoy The Last Jedi? Has it changed your perspective of fandom? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Reach out” 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

 

You want Action? We've got Action! This year's holiday tournament pits some of the most popular action figures against each other in an effort to take top spot in the toy catalogue circle-fest! The Earbuds voted. Now Jovial Jay and Shua break down the toy battle of the century on Enjoy Stuff!

 

This year’s bracket tournament promises to be full of action as we see which toys may have been the most anticipated holiday gifts of Earbud’s past. 

 

News

The 2022 National Toy Hall of Fame inductee is…..

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay just got a book he’s been wanting for a while. The ​​Star Trek Genesis Trilogy Anniversary Special is a collection of some great Star Trek past. Check it out from Titan! Shua really enjoyed Wednesday on Netflix, starring Jenna Ortega as the brooding Addams daughter. A fun series that brings the classic feel of the Addams Family to the modern streaming age. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

Starship Troopers (1997) was a fun romp through a future where humanity is fighting for their lives against giant bugs that are the scourge of the galaxy! (Would you like to know more?) There are new locations for the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special on MCU Location Scout.

 

Enjoy Toys!

It is here! The action battle of the Action Figures! Tune in to find out the finalists and then stay with us as we look back to the JCPenny wishbook from 1980. 

 

Did your favorite Action Figure make the cut? What did you circle in the toy catalogues? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Dear Santa…” 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

Jovial Jay and Shua look back on the often forgotten and surprisingly entertaining 1980 musical Xanadu. Plus, we look back at what it was like during the holidays in a 1980 mall on Enjoy Stuff!

 

Grab the hand of your muse and roll with us back to the year 1980 to revisit the Olivia Newton John musical Xanadu. And then head out of the theater into the mall to see what it was like during the holidays as we kicked off a new decade. 

 

News

In further real estate news:  'Goonies' house for sale for $1.6M in Astoria 

Harrison Ford seems to be very proud of the new Indiana Jones movie. We just go some cool images from the upcoming adventure

Could we be seeing a remake of Escape From New York? But more importantly, should we?

A New Trailer for “Stay Tooned” - a documentary on how cartoons influenced us

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua was pleasantly surprised by the new sequel to a holiday classic. A Christmas Story Christmas debuted on HBO Max and instead of just being a goofy rehash of the original, it was very touching and emotional. Jay checked out the Brad Pitt summer action movie Bullet Train and he agreed it was a crazy, and speedy, ride. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

This week Jay shared his thoughts about the beautiful and thought provoking 1997 Jodie Foster film Contact. Stay tuned for the upcoming look at Gattaca to see what a slightly frightening future could look like. There are new locations for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and the Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special on MCU Location Scout.

 

Enjoy Movies!

1980 marked the beginning of a new decade full of promising prosperity. The movie Xanadu was a peppy sendoff to the era of roller disco, with a surprisingly amazing soundtrack. Join us as we look back at this often forgotten musical that will get your skates back out on that rink!

 

Do you remember shopping at the mall in 1980? We look back at what it was like to visit the malls we grew up with in the early heyday of those shiny, new shopping centers. Join us for a trip down memory lane, located just past Orange Julius and across from the Hickory Farms store. 

Have you ever experienced Xanadu? What do you remember about malls in the 80s? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Olivia Newton John is my muse” 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

During this American holiday week of giving thanks, we are giving T Hanks...some props for an incredible career. This week we look back on some of our favorite Tom Hanks performances as we Enjoy Stuff!

 

Jay and Shua share some memorable performances from a legendary Hollywood actor. Get ready for an Enjoy Stuff T Hanks Giving. 

 

News

-Indiana Jones TV series on Disney+? Sure, why not?

-Steve Martin has an interesting new book out now. Check out “Number One Is Walking”

a collaboration with illustrator Harry Bliss, is an illustrated reminiscence of his life in movies

-Turns out, so does Weird Al!  “The Illustrated Al: The Songs of “Weird Al” Yankovic”

-“Oh bring us some figgy pudding (SPAM), oh bring us some figgy pudding (SPAM) 

-First the otherworldly Jetsons home in Tulsa, Oklahoma and then the Byers House from Stranger Things, now House from "A Christmas Story" movie is now for sale

 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay wrapped up his viewing of the Netflix comic book adaptation of Locke and Key. It was a fun series but kind of fell a little flat during the last season. Shua was enraptured by the latest Marvel release Black Panther - Wakanda Forever. A great character piece that showed how the MCU will move on from Chadwick Boseman and King T’Challa. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

Sci-Fi Saturdays continues its look at some classic 90s sci-fi. After revisiting Face-Off, we follow up with the 1997 Will Smith, Tommy Lee Jones comedy Men in Black. And then go back to watch the adaptation of a Carl Sagan book, 1997’s Jodie Foster film Contact. And make sure to interact with new Wakanda Forever locations on MCU Location Scout.

 

Enjoy Giving T Hanks!

This week we try to narrow down a large body of quality work from America’s Dad, Tom Hanks. The actor, who started his career out of college, having been unable to even get a role in college plays, rocketed to stardom. 

 

He started on TV with some small parts and partnering up with Peter Scolari on Bosom Buddies. But when Splash gained so much success, producers and directors started using him more in bigger roles. He had a series of successful comedies in the 80’s like Bachelor Party (1984), The Money Pit (1986), Dragnet (1987), and Turner and Hooch (1989). 

 

Big really shot Hanks’s popularity in 1988, and he started dipping his toe in some romance roles like Joe versus the Volcano (1990), Sleepless in Seattle (1993), and You’ve Got Mail (1998). And his role as Woody in Toy Story (1995) continues to evolve and become popular and has even inspired a new Disney park area. 

 

But it was his role in the drama Philadelphia (1993) that won him his first Oscar, only to be followed up the following year with Forrest Gump (1994) with another Oscar. Plus other incredible performances in Apollo 13 (1995), Saving Private Ryan (1998), and The Green Mile (1999)

 

He continues to create well-liked films with humor, drama, and emotion into the 21st century with memorable roles in movies like Cast Away (2000), Saving Mr. Banks (2013), and Elvis (2022)

Are you a fan of Tom Hanks? What are some of your favorite performances? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Life is like a box of chocolates” 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

It’s the time of year to celebrate a day of peace and harmony. Life Day is here and Jay and Shua celebrate by sharing their jump back to 70s TV and some crazy homages to the weird and wacky Star Wars Holiday Special, with some new additions to this year’s broadcast. 

 

It’s time once again to try to achieve the kind of weirdness that we immersed ourselves in back on November 17, 1978. Check out some of the goofy stuff we share this year:

 

Star Scores. A game show featuring Krelman and Maala the Wookiee

The rare sequel:  The Star Wars Holiday Special Strikes Back 

The NPR holiday segment The Delicious Dish with some tasty treats to celebrate with your friends and family

A song by Captain and the Ten Eels

A trailer from the Andor Holiday Special

A discussion with Jay and Shua about how to truly Enjoy the Star Wars Holiday Special

Darth Elvis covers some HS songs

Plus commercials and fun surprises to get you in the spirit for wearing your red robes!

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It’s time to get Weird with the Prince of Parody, Weird Al Yankovic! To celebrate the release of the new biopic about the talented singer, Jay and Shua look back on his career and some of their favorite highlights on Enjoy Stuff!

 

White and Nerdy? Most definitely! And that has been Weird Al’s biggest asset in a more than 40 year career of parody and fun! It’s a special musical episode of Enjoy Stuff (in 3-D!)

 

News

Only one more month until the next big fantasy series, Willow on Disney+

Episode 1: The Phantom Myagi - Ralph Macchio wants a prequel movie

Christmas cereals are hitting the shelves!

Great Balls of Fire! Jerry Lee Lewis has died 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay was listening to this podcast called Enjoy Stuff, where a guy named Shua was talking about the Magic Candle Company and their theme park inspired candle scents. He tried the sampler pack that includes Space Coaster, Haunted, Pirate Life, and Extraterrestrial. They’re a unique and pleasant candle that both guys recommend. Shua checked out a very well done stop motion animation movie on Netflix called Wendell and Wild by Jordan Peele and Henry Selick. A spooky and dark (not to mention fun) movie that features demons, zombies, and redemption. Plus, one of the crew members was friend of the show Hunter Wahl who was one of the talented puppet painters on the crew. Check it out on Netflix. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

Sci-Fi Saturdays is back with a look at a fun romp in space with Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, Gary Oldman, and Chris Tucker. Written and directed by Luc Besson, it has gained a large following over the years with it’s beautiful design and fun action story. Check it out on RetroZap.com

 

Enjoy Music!

Weird Al Yankovic got his start at an early age when his mom bought him an accordion from a door-to-door salesman. With that and his passion for the Dr. Demento show, his creativity began to thrive with parodies of other songs. 

 

His crazy, unique style began to grow in popularity with repeated playings of his early songs like My Bologna and I Love Rocky Road on Dr. Demento, and soon he had a record deal. That led to several other albums, videos, cameos in movies, and even a movie of his own. 

 

He is only one of five artists that have had a Top 40 single in each of the last four decades. Lin-Manuel Miranda has said he was an influence on writing Hamilton. His crazy, fun work has truly made a unique difference in our culture. 

 

The new biopic called Weird: The Al Yankovic story is out now, starring Daniel Radcliffe as Weird Al. A wild (and totally “accurate”) account of Al’s life and rise to fame. Featuring Evan Rachel Wood as Madonna and Rainn Wilson as Dr. Demento, it’s the perfect example of Al’s work. 

Do you like Weird Al? What are some of your favorite songs? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Dare to Be Stupid” 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

Enjoying Halloween sometimes means some real-life spooky stories. This week we look into some of our local legends and tales that have creeped us out since our youth. Jay and Shua will be hiding under the bed for most of this week’s Enjoy Stuff. 

 

Tune in for some spooky legends we have experienced and why it helps make Halloween fun on Enjoy Stuff

 

News

Michael Keaton? Johnny Depp? BEETLEJUICE 2???!!! (You had me at Keaton)

Kellogg's Launches New Avatar: The Way of Water Inspired Cereal

Doctor Who? You mean, Doctor Where? The answer is Disney+

Damon Lindelof and Justin Britt-Gibson are writing a 'Star Wars' film

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What we’re Enjoying

After hearing about Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd reuniting at NYCC, he decided to download the most recent self-narrated book by Fox called, “​​No Time Like the Future: An Optimist Considers Mortality”. It is really an eye-opening and inspirational story. Jay discovered that his new house may hold some secrets in the form of a deep hole that may or may not be a Hellmouth. If we notice any demons emerging from below, we’ll let you know. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

Sci-Fi Saturdays ended its crossover with 31 Days of Horror by looking at the creepy Sci-Fi thriller Event Horizon. It returns to traditional form with Bruce Willis and Gary Oldman in The Fifth Element. Book your multipass now!

 

Enjoy Life!

Spooky tales and legends get passed down from generation to generation. Come along with us and hear about some that have taken place where we live throughout our life. 

 

We start by sharing some of the ones we loved as kids, such as the Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Mothman, and Chessie, the Chesapeake Bay monster. These get us excited to go get spooked and learn some history at the same time. 

 

Shua shares some legendary Colorado tales such as the Ghosts of Cheesman park, Riverdale Road, and of course the Shining inspired ghosts of The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park. 

 

He also shares his favorite tale of the supposed cannibal Alferd Packer, who ate the men he was supposed to be leading over a pass in the winter. Something Shua always discourages his tour guides to do. 

 

Jay tells about the chilling tale of St Mary’s College in Ellicott, Maryland and the location of the Blair Witch Project, which has eerie tales of its own. 

 

The Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, California is the setting of many a ghost tale and mysteries of the widow who lived there. Plus, Jay shares a very creepy story of his youth when he almost became a character in another ominous happening.

 

Do you have spooky stories from where you live? Have you ever stayed in a haunted house? First person that emails me with the subject line, “I’m hiding in the closet” 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

We have an entire month's worth of movies for you to Enjoy as Jovial Jay runs down his entire lineup of 31 Days of Horror! Join us for some spooky classics both old and modern on Enjoy Stuff: A TechnoRetro Podcast

 

Jovial Jay’s annual October tradition of a scary movie a day returns on RetroZap.com. Join us as we discuss each of his articles that you can pair up with the movies and how to Enjoy your October with plenty of chills!

 

News

Sydney Sweeney is set to star in a new Barbarella film 

Got some time on your hands? Then you can start putting together the largest Marvel set ever with the new Hulkbuster set 

Spirited is a new Christmas movie with Ryan Reynolds and Will Ferrell

A sweet, Original NES ornament is available at a pretty sweet price  

The sequel you didn’t know you needed is on its way! Twister 2! 

Hope Jabba isn’t gluten intolerant, because Han Solo has been turned into a giant loaf of bread 

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay recently visited the Luray Caverns in Virginia, the largest caverns in the eastern United States. It’s wide variety of stalactites and stalagmites is a beautiful example of how nature still remains the most amazing features on our planet. Shua has been listening to the classic suite of music from Gustav Holst called The Planets. This music has inspired many composers, including John Williams when he wrote the soundtrack to Star Wars. 

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

 

Enjoy Movies!

31 Days of Horror is Jovial Jay’s annual analysis of some great scary movies. This week we look at the 2022 collection. 

 

[SFS] Night of the Creeps (1986)

The Final Girls (2015)

Trick ‘r Treat (2007)

Elizabeth Harvest (2018)

Hush (2016)

Malignant (2021)

The Babadook (2014)

[SFS] Critters (1986)

Nosferatu (1922) 

Frenzy (1972)

Visiting Hours (1982)

Army of Darkness (1993)

Ju-On: The Grudge (2003)

American Mary (2012)

The Blob (1988)

Out of the Dark (1988)

The Descent (2005) 

Last House on the Left (1972)

Hostel (2005)

Fear No Evil (1969)

Wrong Turn (2003)

[SFS] Flatliners (1990)

Tomb of Ligeia (1964)

Happy Birthday to Me (1981) ← ”TODAY”

30 Days of Night (2007)

Happy Death Day (2017)

I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997)

Friday The 13th Part II (1981)

[SFS] Event Horizon (1997)

Misery (1990)

Halloween Kills (2021)

Check back in to RetroZap every day this month to see what creepy movie Jay will give us next. And don’t forget his articles on MCULocationScout.com for some great, interactive maps of filming locations. 

 

Which movies on the list have you seen? What were your favorite articles? First person that emails me with the subject line, “31 Days Rock!” 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

 

Grab your wooden stakes and garlic because this week we are looking at Vampires! Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Nosferatu, we discuss some of the standout vampire movies in cinematic history, plus some of our sentimental favorites. Turns out there's enough to Enjoy even if you're going to live forever!

 

We’ve been fascinated with vampires for a really long time. But a German Expressionism film from 100 years ago called Nosferatu made a long lasting impression on the genre. It’s time to Enjoy some of those bloodsuckers!

 

News

Dunkin' has awesome Halloween Doughnuts (not available in US)

In a complete breakdown of civilization, It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown Will Not Air on Broadcast TV This Year

Cinnamon Toast Crunch is Releasing an ‘Amazing’ Spider-Man Box

Michael J. Fox and Christopher Lloyd reunite at New York Comic Con

Marvel Comics will be a part of Disney 100 Years of Wonder Celebration with Variant Covers featuring Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and More

Scooby Doo 50th anniversary complete series is available with a cool collectible

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What we’re Enjoying

Shua finally received his comic book from Jack in the Box called The Return of Mark Hamill. This free souvenir is a total blast. A really funny interpretation of Hamill’s early job and eventual return as a Jack in the Box drive thru employee. He’s also been playing around with the new feature on iOS 16 that automatically selects a person, isolating them from the background. Jay has been indulging in Advil from his big move. But also catching up on the brilliant Star Trek series Lower Decks. A fun, creative, animated take on the Trek universe.   

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

31 Days of Horror continues! Here is the list of this week’s articles:

Visiting Hours (1982)

Army of Darkness (1993)

Ju-On: The Grudge (2003)

American Mary (2012)

The Blob (1988)

Out of the Dark (1988)

The Descent (2005) 

Check back in to RetroZap every day this month to see what creepy movie Jay will give us next. And don’t forget his articles on MCULocationScout.com for some great, interactive maps of filming locations. 

 

Enjoy Movies!

Do you like your meat rare? Are you more of a night person? Do you really like capes? You may be a vampire. From early stories like Bram Stoker’s Dracula to Jim Carey’s dated, but fun, Once Bitten, they have been a great way to tell scary stories in movies. We talk about some standout films and ones that we enjoyed growing up. 

 

Family Friendly Shows from Our Youth

-Nosferatu (1922)

-Original Dracula (1931) - released on Feb 14th! Ha!

-Christopher Lee Hammer films from 60s and 70s

-1979 Dracula Remake with Frank Langella

-The Lost Boys

-Fright Night

-Once Bitten

-Day Shift

-Interview with a Vampire

 

What did we watch growing up?

-The Fearless Vampire Killers

-Count Yorga

-Planet of the Vampires

-Lifeforce

 

That’s some of the ones we Enjoy. How about you? 

 

What are some of your favorite vampire movies? Do any of the ones we shared suck? First person that emails me with the subject line, “Bluh bluh” 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

Not all things are scary on Halloween. This week we Enjoy Stuff that's spooky, but not too spooky...or is it. Join Jovial Jay and Shua, if you dare! (Go ahead and dare, you'll be fine) 

 

Is Halloween too scary for you? Never fear, because we have some movies that will get you in the mood and not give you nightmares. Enjoy some not-too-spooky movies with Jovial Jay and Shua. 

 

News

Taika Waititi’s Time Bandits is progressing and now has some big stars

Missing the delivery of your Holiday Toy Catalog? The Amazon Holiday Kids Gift Book has arrived!

Director Danny Boyle is going to be directing a dance adaptation of ‘The Matrix’ 

Pop-Tarts Gets Ready for the Holidays With New holiday flavors

A Chicago family made a 'Stranger Things' Halloween spooktacular and it is awesome!

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What we’re Enjoying

Jay got in the mood for this episode by watching the sequel to Hocus Pocus on Disney+. It was fun, so stay tuned. Shua has been looking for some wacky things to listen to. Or should we say ‘looney’ things to listen to. He put on a playlist of Looney Tunes classic music on Spotify that reminded him of some of the classic cartoons.  

 

Sci-Fi Saturdays/MCU Location Scout

31 Days of Horror continues! Here is the list of this week’s articles:

Elizabeth Harvest (2018)

Hush (2016)

Malignant (2021)

The Babadook (2014)

Critters (1986)

Nosferatu (1922)

Frenzy (1972)

Check back in to RetroZap every day this month to see what creepy movie Jay will give us next. And don’t forget his articles on MCULocationScout.com for some great, interactive maps of filming locations. 

 

Enjoy Movies!

What do you do when you’re a Halloween-loving parent, but your kids are just too young to expose them to The Shining, Friday the 13th, or It? You start ‘em off light!  There are all kinds of fun Halloween movies to get your kids addicted to the thrill of the scare, but won’t cost you thousands of dollars of therapy later on. (Well, at least not from these movies. Anything else you do to screw them up is on you) This week we look at some of the memorable, Halloween movies that are not too scary and how to Enjoy them. 

 

Family Friendly Shows from Our Youth

-The Halloween That Almost Wasn’t (1979)

-Halloween with the New Addams Family (1977)

-The Paul Lynde Halloween Special (1976)

-Elvira’s Halloween Special (1986)

 

Family Friendly for littler kids

-Hocus Pocus 1,2 (1993 and 2022)

-Casper (1995)

-Coco (2017)

 

A little older kids

-Addams Family (1991)

-Ghostbusters (1984)

-Beetlejuice (1988)

 

Those crazy teens

-Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)

-Little Shop of Horrors (1986)

-Army of Darkness (1992)

-The Burbs (1989)

 

Other TV Specials

-Simpsons Treehouse of Horror specials

-Toy Story of Terror on Disney+

-Garfield’s Halloween Adventure

-Pac-Man Halloween Special

 

That’s the list we came up with. And we know there are tons more. 

What other movies do you like that aren’t too spooky? Do you prefer these or are you more into gore? First person that emails me with the subject line, “I’m no scaredy cat” 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