Thank you for tuning in!  In this episode, we are taking an inside look at this year's '90s Con held at the Hartford Convention Center in Hartford, Connecticut.  Last year I attended this event for the first time so I was excited to go back this year with some experience under my belt.  You will feel like you are at the event with me as we explore all that the conference has to offer including vendors, activities, celebrities, panels, and more!  I took a lot of notes and recorded a ton of audio so I hope this episode was worth the wait!  A number of the celebrities in ..read more

Thank you for tuning in!  On this episode I am joined by the one, the only, McGruff the Crime Dog!  That's right, children of the '80s and '90s, rejoice!  McGruff is joined by Paul DelPonte who is the Executive Direction of the National Crime Prevention Council otherwise known as the NCPC.  We take a look back over some of the organization's classic PSAs which have taught generations how to "take a bite out of crime!" We also talk about what the NCPC is up to in the modern era.  You won't want to miss this nostalgic trip back to the '80s and '90s!  You can learn ..read more

Thank you for tuning in!  On today's show, I am joined by the incredibly talented Stan Zimmerman!  He has written for many beloved television shows including "The Golden Girls," "Roseanne," and "Gilmore Girls."  He has also written for some hilarious movies including both "Brady Bunch" films.  During our interview, we talked about Stan's childhood and how that lead him to his fascinating career.  It was so nice to speak with him about his journey.  Enjoy!  Here's where you can find Stan: IMBD Profile:  https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0956785/ Twitter:&nbs ..read more

Thank you for tuning in!  On today's episode, we are taking a look back at the life and career of Tracy Chapman.  I have loved Tracy Chapman since I was a little kid,  I first heard her music while traveling in a (not very fast) car with my mom.  You will learn about her early days growing up in a tough part of Cleveland, Ohio from her discovery as a young college student, to her ongoing impact as a professional musician for decades.  I mentioned that I have done an episode covering "In Living Color."  You can find that here:  https://www.popcultureretrospec ..read more

Thank you for tuning in!  On today's episode, I am joined by pop-culture author, Chris Morgan!  Chris has written quite extensively on the subject of pop culture in magazines, and several of his books! He has written about Mystery Science Theatre, Nickelodeon and in his latest book entitled "99 Episodes That Defined the '90s: Television Milestones from Arsenio to Homer to Yada Yada Yada," he takes a deep dive into the fascinating television shows of the 1990s. Here are a few places you can find Chris: Find Chris on Twitter. Find Chris on Instagram. Check out his latest book and h ..read more

Thank you for tuning in!  On this episode, I am joined once again by author, '80s lover, and my friend, Jason Lady!  We decided to discuss a very niche topic - faux wood, which was popular in households, cars, and electronics in the '70s and '80s.  You will learn some of the backstory behind why faux wood became so popular as well as hear our memories of growing up surrounded by said "wood."  From TV trays to station wagons, to vans, to credenzas, no faux wood topic is off the table!  Here are several spots where you can find Jason: https://twitter.com/JasonRLady ht ..read more

Thank you for tuning in!  On today's episode we will be taking a look back at the history of the camcorder.  From the early days of film reels to Betamax cameras to VHS camcorders, we will touch on the technology that made home video recording not only possible, but popular!   On this episode I mentioned the first noted "home video" captured in 1888.  You can see that video here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tc-L9_4jGc4 Support the show Visit: https://www.popcultureretrospective.com/ for all things Pop Culture Retrospective! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.in ..read more

Thank you for tuning in!  On today's show, we are taking a trip back to the 1990s where we will be looking at all of the top-selling holiday toys for each year from 1990-1999!  It's a fascinating look back at a time when people would do WHATEVER it took to get a popular toy! I mentioned a few other relevant episodes I've done over the years, you can check them out here: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles:  https://www.popcultureretrospective.com/pop-culture-retrospective-podcast-50-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles/ Nintendo:  https://www.popcultureretrospective.com/pop-culture-ret ..read more

Thank you so much for tuning in!  On today's show, I am joined once again by Jason Lady, a talented and creative author as well as an 80's Pop Culture lover, just like me!  On this episode, we are taking a deep dive into one of Jason's favorite aspects of retro pop culture - the infamous food & beverage mascots! You will learn all about the backstory behind some of your favorite food and beverage mascots from yesteryear including (but not limited to):  Mr. Peanut, Fred the Baker, Cool Spot, and the Kool-Aid Man to name just a few!  It was so much fun doing this episode ..read more

Thank you for tuning in!  On today's show we will be taking a look back at the top holiday toys for each year spanning 1980 to 1989.  From the Rubik's cube to He-Man to Popples, and everything in between, you will learn not only what toys were at the top of kid's wish lists, but also a bit of a backstory behind each item.  So kick back, relax and enjoy! Please check out my new website!  Yahoo!  Visit:  www.popcultureretrospective.com  You can listen to old episodes, read more about the show, leave reviews and more!   Please visit my new website:  ..read more