Best Banzai Retro Club Podcasts (2025)

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Essential Movies 56 - Repo Man 33:12

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Dave and Suzanne continue their journey down the mega 1980s Essential Movies list. We are talking about number 56 this time being Repo Man (1984).By Banzai Retro Club

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Essential Movies 57 - The Killer 29:55

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Dave and Suzanne kick off where we left off on the 1980's Essential Movie list from months ago. We are tackling number 57 on the list being the Hong Kong action thriller flick from 1989 - The Killer.By Banzai Retro Club

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Larry Kenney Interview (80s Reboot Overdrive Revisited) 35:15

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Working through the archive from the past. Our first celebrity interview on 80's Reboot Overdrive was with the incredible voice actor Larry Kenney. Most people know Larry's voice as Lion-O from Thundercats and Bluegrass from Silverhawks but did you know he was also the voice behind Sonny the Cuckoo Bird from the Cocoa Puffs commercial?…

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Year End Wrap Up - 1991 1:37:23

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It's official this is the final episode of our trilogy to wrap up last year. 1991 proved to be a fun year to talk about for Suzanne and Dave. We discuss what was happening during that year in our personal lives and then talk about popular movies, television shows, music, and some headlines from that year.…

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Year End Wrap Up - 1981 1:33:17

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Dave and Suzanne continue this trilogy of year end wrap up episodes. In this one we talk all about 1981.By Banzai Retro Club

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Year End Wrap Up - 1971 1:31:31

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Suzanne and Dave attempt to get the ball rolling with the podcast again. We proudly present the first of our year end wrap up episodes. This is us talking about the good and bad of the year 1971. Credit to astronaut Alan Shepard for being the first and possibly only person to try to shoot golf balls from the surface of the moon.…

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Episode 197 - Batman (80s Reboot Overdrive Revisited) 1:13:19

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We revisit our 80s Reboot Overdrive podcast archive. This was Dave's second podcast talking about the legendary 1989 film, Batman with former co-hosts Mike and Nick.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 196 - Thundercats (80s Reboot Overdrive Revisited) 1:06:30

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We revisit our 80s Reboot Overdrive podcast archive. This was Dave's very first podcast talking about the legendary 1980s cartoon, Thundercats with former co-hosts Mike and Nick.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 0 - Retro School - Meet the Hosts 15:15

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Dave and Abigail kick off a new podcast series that will introduce Abigail to movies, music, and television shows of the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 195 - Laverne & Shirley S1E14 "From Suds to Stardom" 25:34

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In this discussion we chat about one of our favorite retro television episodes. Suzanne shares her memories of Laverne & Shirley episode S1E14 titled "From Suds to Stardom".By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 194 - Pressure by Billy Joel 47:21

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On this episode our club members break down the lyrics of Pressure by Billy Joel (1982) and provide insight as to how they interpret the song and lyrics.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 193 - 1970's Babes and Hunks 1:36:42

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On this episode we talk about our top three hot babes and hunks from the 1970s? Who doesn't remember the iconic Farrah Fawcett poster? We talk about that and more.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 192 - Retro Cereals 1:08:15

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On this episode we chat about retro cereals of the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. We are magically delicious on this one.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 191 - 1990's Commercials 1:28:37

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Ok, lets admit we overused wassup?!?! from the 1990s Budweiser Commercials, can you blame us? Fun conversation as the club talks about some iconic 1990s commercials.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 190 - 1980's Commercials 1:14:01

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The club gets together to chat about their favorite 1980's commercials. One of them recalls enjoying the Burger King "Where's Herb?" marketing campaign a bit more than the others.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 189 - 1970's Commercials 58:23

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The club reunites for the first time this year to discuss groovy 1970's commercials. Join us for this epic discussion to find out exactly how many licks it takes to get to the center of a Tootsie Roll Pop.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 188 - Year End Wrap Up - 1990 1:20:29

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We conclude our annual year end wrap up discussion focusing on three years of the decades that we cover. On this episode we are talking about the year 1990.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 187 - Year End Wrap Up - 1980 1:53:31

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We continue our annual year end wrap up discussion focusing on three years of the decades that we cover. On this episode we are talking about the year 1980.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 186 - Year End Wrap Up - 1970 1:22:19

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We start our annual year end wrap up discussion focusing on three years of the decades that we cover. On this episode we are talking about the year 1970.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 185 - Yacht Rock Volume 3 1:54:41

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We continue talking about our favorite Yacht Rock songs.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 184 - Yacht Rock Volume 2 1:53:59

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We continue talking about our favorite Yacht Rock songs.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 183 - Yacht Rock Volume One 2:03:37

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Today, we start talking about our favorite Yacht Rock songs. There is so much to cover that we are going to continue the discussion for a few more episodes.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 182 - Northern Exposure 34:23

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Scott tells us about his favorite retro television dramedy being Northern Exposure (1990-95).By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 181 - Rose’s Fave Retro Theme Songs 37:58

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Dave and Rose finish talking about retro television show theme songs. In this episode we hear Rose's top five retro theme songs.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 180 - Dave's Fave Retro Theme Songs 26:16

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Dave and Rose start talking about retro television show theme songs. In this episode we hear Dave's top five retro theme songs.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 179 - Top 10 1980's Movies 1:41:07

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Dave, Rose, and Suzanne discuss the top 10 grossing movies of the 1980's.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 178 - Teen Wolf 54:47

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We are continuing a month of Halloween goodness talking about our retro memories that go bump in the night. We are continuing our discussion on retro horror comedy movies. This episode focuses on Teen Wolf.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 177 - Once Bitten 34:44

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We are continuing a month of Halloween goodness talking about our retro memories that go bump in the night. Tonight our co-hosts continue a discussion on retro horror comedy movies. This episode focuses on Once Bitten.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 176 - Transylvania 6-5000 28:41

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We are continuing a month of Halloween goodness talking about our retro memories that go bump in the night. We are continuing our discussion on retro horror comedy movies. This episode focuses on Transylvania 6-5000.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 175 - Beetlejuice 35:53

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We are continuing a month of Halloween goodness talking about our retro memories that go bump in the night. Tonight our co-hosts kick off a discussion on retro horror comedy movies. This episode focuses on Beetlejuice.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 174 - Tribute to Eddie Van Halen 1:58:13

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This week Scott, Dave, Chris and guest Derek pay respects to the legend that was Eddie Van Halen. He will be missed but his music will live on and will continue to inspire musicians for many more decades. RIP Eddie.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 173 - Horror Movie Victims 33:19

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We are continuing a month of Halloween goodness talking about our retro memories that go bump in the night. On this episode Suzanne talks about retro horror movie victims that should have made it through the movie.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 172 - Retro Devil Movies 43:09

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We are kicking off a month of Halloween goodness talking about our retro memories that go bump in the night. On this episode Dave gives the Devil his due and talks about his favorite retro movies that the demon stars in. If you are fan of Angel Heart, Witches of Eastwick, and Devil's Advocate this is the episode for you.…

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Essential Movies 58 - Escape from New York 31:04

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Dave talks about number 58 on the 1980's Essential Movies list being Escape from New York (1981).By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 171 - Three Musketeers 27:43

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You are given a choice to be a character in any retro movie, who would you choose? Listen to Dave tell us why he would be Porthos from Three MusketeersBy Banzai Retro Club

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Essential Movies 59 - Fast Times at Ridgemont High 46:33

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Dave talks about number 59 on the 1980's Essential Movies list being Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982).By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 170 - Total Recall 33:27

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You are given a choice to be a character in any retro movie, who would you choose? Listen to Scott tell us why he would be Douglas Quaid from Total Recall.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 169 - Peggy Sue Got Married 34:12

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You are given a choice to be a character in any retro movie, who would you choose? Listen to Suzanne tell us why she would be Peggy Sue from Peggy Sue Got Married.By Banzai Retro Club

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Essential Movies 60 - Blue Velvet 32:27

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Dave talks about number 60 on the 1980's Essential Movies list being Blue Velvet (1986).By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 167 - Audio Time Capsule 1982 25:03

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This is not our typical podcast episode. In these short audio time capsule episodes we will share sound clips covering a specific retro year.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 167 - Five Movies You Can’t Live Without - Rose’s Picks 31:29

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Which five retro movies can you not live without? Rose leads the team through her picks and we talk about The Neverending Story, Blade, Secret Garden, Earth Girls Are Easy, and Jurassic ParkBy Banzai Retro Club

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Essential Movies 61 - Pretty in Pink 36:55

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Dave talks about number 61 on the 1980's Essential Movies list being Pretty in Pink (1986).By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 166 - Freaks and Geeks (Episode 15) 35:32

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Episode 15 Noshing and Moshing We get to see Daniel as the main character in this one as he starts to really explore his love for punk rock! Very fun episode for him! Neal has a new strategy for getting the chicks and it’s pretty creep.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 165 - Five Movies You Can’t Live Without - Scott's Picks 29:03

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Which five retro movies can you not live without? Scott leads the team through his picks and we talk about Heavy Metal, This is Spinal Tap, Breakfast Club, Braveheart, and Forrest Gump.By Banzai Retro Club

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Essential Movies 62 - Body Heat 25:03

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Dave talks about number 62 on the 1980's Essential Movies list being Body Heat (1981).By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 164 - Freaks and Geeks (Episode 14) 25:45

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Episode 14 Dead Dogs and Gym Teachers Another episode focused on Bill….his Mom starts dating Coach Fredericks……awkward! Lindsey and Kim get into a little situation with Millie that brings her to a possible Who concert.By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 163 - Five Movies You Can't Live Without - Suzanne's Picks 36:39

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Which five retro movies can you not live without? Suzanne leads the team through her picks and we talk about Rocky Horror Picture Show, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Blade Runner, Prince of Tides, and Fight Club.By Banzai Retro Club

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Essential Movies 63 - To Live And Die In L.A. 34:27

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Dave talks about number 63 on the 1980's Essential Movies list being To Live And Die in L.A. (1985).By Banzai Retro Club

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Episode 162 - Freaks and Geeks (Episode 13) 31:46

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Episode 13 Chokin and Tokin Lindsey finally tries a little bit of the “mary jane” and isn’t a huge fan…..The Geeks side of things, Bill ends up in the hospital after Alan the bully puts a peanut in his sandwich.By Banzai Retro Club