MALLRATS

THE WIZARD

1989's THE WIZARD may not be a masterpiece, but it remains one of the most nostalgic movies ever made for Gen X gamers and Nintendo fans. In this episode of the Retro Nostalgia Podcast, Chad and Cristina revisit the cult classic starring Fred Savage, Christian Slater, Jenny Lewis, Luke Edwards, and Beau Bridges. Along the way, we relive the excitement of Super Mario Bros. 3, the Power Glove, Nintendo's Game Counselors, Video Armageddon, and the video game craze that defined the late 1980s. Was The Wizard really just a 90-minute commercial for Nintendo, or is there more to this beloved road-trip adventure than critics gave it credit for? Join us as we discuss the film's legacy, its portrayal of autism, memorable scenes at Universal Studios, and whether The Wizard still holds up for modern audiences nearly four decades later. FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE👉 https://linktr.ee/RetroNostalgiaPodcast [https://linktr.ee/RetroNostalgiaPodcast] Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/xCl2DpU3muU [https://youtu.be/xCl2DpU3muU]

ROSEANNE: Season 1

ROSEANNE Season 1 gets the Retro Nostalgia Podcast treatment as Chad and Cristina revisit the groundbreaking 1988 sitcom that viewers and critics both loved. From Dan and Roseanne Conner’s believable chemistry to the blue-collar realism of Lanford, Illinois; this deep dive explores why ROSEANNE connected with so many Gen X viewers. The discussion covers classic episodes; forgotten storylines; 1980s sitcom culture; working-class family life; and how well the series holds up as both a comedy and a time capsule. Watch the video version👉 https://youtu.be/5a3sTelOsNc [https://youtu.be/5a3sTelOsNc] FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE👉 https://linktr.ee/RetroNostalgiaPodcast [https://linktr.ee/RetroNostalgiaPodcast]

MALLRATS

MALLRATS (1995) gets the full Retro Nostalgia treatment as Chad and Cristina are joined by special guest Milo from  @The80sand90sCom  [https://youtube.com/channel/UCEeJ93LY27QhaRmmZKvRDGA] to revisit Kevin Smith’s cult comedy classic! In this deep-dive movie review and discussion, the hosts break down Jason Lee’s breakout performance, Stan Lee’s legendary cameo, the unforgettable 90s mall culture, the iconic alt-rock soundtrack, comic book references, behind-the-scenes trivia, and why Mallrats has become one of the most beloved cult films of the 1990s. Does Kevin Smith’s follow-up to Clerks still hold up today, or is it purely a nostalgia trip for Gen X movie fans? Whether you watched Mallrats on VHS, hung out at the mall in the 90s, or are discovering Kevin Smith movies for the first time, this episode is packed with retro nostalgia, movie analysis, comedy, and classic 90s pop culture memories. FOLLOW THE 80S AND 90S UNCENSORED PODCAST👉 https://the80sand90s.com/ [https://the80sand90s.com/] FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE👉 https://linktr.ee/RetroNostalgiaPodcast [https://linktr.ee/RetroNostalgiaPodcast]

Remembering our first jobs

Last week we reviewed the movie Clerks with our new friends Kelly, Steve and Eric from the Gen X Unfiltered podcast [https://www.youtube.com/@GenX_Unfiltered]. This week the roles are reversed: we guest starred on their podcast and talked about our first jobs as teenagers in the 1990s. Here's how they described the episode: Remember the smell of deep-fryer oil, the struggle of a predawn paper route, or the "glamour" of 80s mall retail for $3.35 an hour? We’re punching the clock and taking a trip down memory lane to the grit and glory of our very first paychecks! In this episode of Gen X Unfiltered, we are joined by special guest collaborators Chad and Cristina from the Retro Nostalgia Podcast for a deep dive into the ultimate Gen X rite of passage. In "Minimum Wage, Maximum Memories," we recount the legendary (and often hilarious) first jobs of the 80s and 90s. From surviving high-pressure food service to navigating the workplace before cell phones, we explore how these formative roles shaped our generation. Whether you were a video store clerk, a lifeguard, or a mall rat behind a counter, this episode is packed with the *80s and 90s nostalgia* you’ve been looking for. Grab your name tag and join the conversation as we discuss why those minimum wage roles left us with such maximum memories. Watch the video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qyxD5KARwLM [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qyxD5KARwLM] FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE👉 https://linktr.ee/RetroNostalgiaPodcast [https://linktr.ee/RetroNostalgiaPodcast]

CLERKS (featuring Gen X Unfiltered Podcast)

Kevin Smith made his debut in 1993 with CLERKS. This Cult Comedy Classic was made on a literal shoestring budget by a bunch of amateurs and it shows. And that's kind of what makes it so great. It's completely unlike anything you'd ever see in a Hollywood movie: really frank sex talk; pop culture minutia dissection; and a complete lack of a conventional plot. Also, it's hilarious (if you're not a total fuddy duddy, that is)! We asked Kelly, Steve and Eric from  @GenX_Unfiltered  [https://youtube.com/channel/UC4un9rxXt-v1Wb2x1DzUKJA] to discuss this movie with us. This is our first ever international collaboration as they're all from Toronto. That's appropriate considering Kevin Smith went to film school in Canada; has shot movies and TV shows there; and has often said he considers himself an honorary Canadian. How would we all react to this movie well over three DECADES after its release? Watch (or listen) and find out! Check our our podcast with Gen X Unfiltered where we discuss our first jobs👉 https://youtu.be/qyxD5KARwLM?si=1QTsN96kwDSBNOnG [https://youtu.be/qyxD5KARwLM?si=1QTsN96kwDSBNOnG] Check out our review of MALLRATS with  @The80sand90sCom  [https://youtube.com/channel/UCEeJ93LY27QhaRmmZKvRDGA] 👉 https://youtu.be/FQJhv4iYBag?si=E1cB8cAVqH6P_x0I Check out our review of CHASING AMY👉 https://youtu.be/FxXx6dYcxXs [https://youtu.be/FxXx6dYcxXs] FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE👉 https://linktr.ee/RetroNostalgiaPodcast [https://linktr.ee/RetroNostalgiaPodcast]