Talking Toys

Men in Black (Rewatch)

It’s time for another Summer Blockbuster Rewatch! George returns to the show as we revisit the 1997 sci-fi comedy classic Men in Black. Nearly 30 years later, does it still hold up? We discuss the unforgettable partnership of Tommy Lee Jones and Will Smith, the groundbreaking visual effects, our favorite scenes, memorable quotes, and the deeper themes we appreciate now that we’re older. We also take a trip back to the summer of 1997 with a few retro commercials sprinkled throughout the episode. If you grew up quoting this movie or just want to revisit one of the biggest blockbusters of the ‘90s, this one’s for you. Subscribe to The Busy Signal, new episodes every other Friday! Follow on Instagram @BusySignalCast [https://www.instagram.com/busysignalcast/]

Toys That Tried to Kill You! 2 (The Revenge)

Some toys were fun. Some toys were memorable. And some toys seemed determined to send us to the emergency room. This week, we’re revisiting some of the most questionable toys from the ’80s, ‘90s, and early 2000s. From flying dolls and water-powered rockets to toys that got recalled almost as quickly as they hit store shelves, we’re looking back at the products that made parents nervous and kids line up anyway. In this episode: * Sky Dancers * Splash Off Water Rockets * Snacktime Cabbage Patch Kids * Heelys * Super Soaker CPS blasters * Why these toys are still remembered today Follow @BusySignalCast [https://www.instagram.com/busysignalcast/]on Instagram and Remember... to reach out and touch the past.

Talking Toys

Long before smart speakers lived in our homes, Talking Toys were the closest thing we had to Artificial Intelligence. This episode explores some of the chatty playthings we loved from the ’80s, ’90s, & early 2000s—from Reading Geese and Talkboy, to Buzz Lightyear and beyond. Some were amazing, some were annoying, All had the potential to be creepy after dark!

What's in Your Pockets? (1990s)

This week on The Busy Signal, we’re digging deep into the oversized pockets of the 1990s. Remember stuffing your JNCO jeans with half your bedroom? We’re taking a nostalgic look at the stuff that followed us everywhere during the decade. So grab your Discman, check your cargo shorts… What was in Your Pockets in the 90s?

Nintendo Game Boy

Before mobile gaming was everywhere, there was the Nintendo Game Boy — the chunky gray handheld that changed gaming forever. This week on The Busy Signal, we revisit the Game Boy and Game Boy Color era. From Tetris, Pokémon, and link cable battles, to worm lights, endless AA batteries, and those weird accessories that somehow made perfect sense at the time. It’s a nostalgic trip back to the days of portable gaming, school bus trades, and trying to see the screen under literally any light source possible. Remember to reach out and touch the past.