Episodes
Sunday May 05, 2024
[Episode 24] The Jetsons
Sunday May 05, 2024
Sunday May 05, 2024
Get a peek at your future (or, in some cases, present) as we journey to Orbit City in this discussion of The Jetsons original series. From a tough time slot to a Saturday morning staple, the futuristic toon challenged our perception of what makes a classic cartoon. Is there an unspoken timeline connection to the Flintstones? Then, there is the problem with Jane…
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
[Episode 23] Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
It’s time for another Christmas special: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer! The annual must-see watch has definite high point and many questions. We examine them all, especially the possible sinister backstory of Santa…
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
[Episode 22] Frosty the Snowman
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Happy Birthday! It’s another holiday episode as the guys go beyond Saturday morning to watch Rankin & Bass’ Frosty the Snowman and ponder questions like “Why won’t Frosty talk to animals?” “Who really owned the magic hat?” and “Why don’t these kids wear pants in the winter?”
Monday Dec 04, 2023
[Episode 21] The Flintstones Christmas Special
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Nothing gives the warm Christmas feels like a celebration of Jesus set 8,500 years before he was born. Join the guys for a Christmas special featuring Hanna-Barbera’s biggest characters full of heart, snow, and a severe lack of footwear. And John’s theory of Bedrock set on a prison planet may just be accurate…
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
[Episode 20] The Flintstones
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Yabba-Dabba-Doo! Join the guys as they venture back in time (or maybe the future?) to watch the Stone Age hijinks of The Flintstones. How does Hanna-Barbera's groundbreaking cartoon hold up after 63 years? Is the Great Gazoo as obnoxious as you remember? And does the confusing timeline ultimately break John's brain?
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
[Episode 19] Schoolhouse Rock!
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
It's great to learn, 'cuz knowledge is power! ABC leaned into the educational aspect of Saturday mornings in the 1970s with the introduction of Schoolhouse Rock! Combining catchy music and simple animation with learning, the series left an indelible mark on a generation of kids. So unpack your adjectives and find some elbow room, because, ready or not, here comes a new episode.
Friday May 12, 2023
[Episode 18] The Real Ghost Busters
Friday May 12, 2023
Friday May 12, 2023
Who you gonna call? Well, we called in our own reinforcements as Tim from The Nerd Room joined us to talk about The Real Ghostbusters. From a complicated history of just the name to drama in voice acting, we dig into all aspects of the cartoon that capitalized on the surprise success of the 1984 feature film. Plus, we talk about toys, collecting and the important role it plays in endearing kids to a brand. Be sure to catch the Nerd Room podcast on your favorite platform!
Saturday Mar 18, 2023
[Episode 17] Shazam!
Saturday Mar 18, 2023
Saturday Mar 18, 2023
At one time the most popular comic book superhero in the nation, Shazam finally got the animated treatment in 1981. The essence of the golden age comics served as the inspiration for the 12-episode run, including an alien worm, a suit-wearing talking tiger, and crocodile men. Give a listen to see how the Marvel Family has stood the test of time. All are welcome! Except for Uncle Dudley - forget that obnoxious huckster.
Nostalgia Meets Today
Watching cartoons on Saturday mornings was a right of passage for American children from the 1960s through the 1990s. We recall those times fondly as we look back on our childhood.
But, do these cartoons actually hold up to the passage of time? Were they even good when they first aired? This podcast is all about looking back at the toons we watched while we stuffed ourselves with sugary cereal and comparing our memories with reality.