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The Retro Blast Podcast is a show dedicated to the video games that shaped us and the experiences and memories that we all hold close to our hearts. Host Patrick Brickhouse is joined each episode by special guest co-hosts from all across the video gaming community to talk all about these classic games, but to also share the nostalgic experiences and memories surrounding them. And most importantly, why these "old" games are just so special to many of us. There are also very special 'Memories' episodes that are fully written and narrated stories (true ones!) that will take you back in time. Episodes like 'The Arcade at the Beach', 'A Kid and his N64', and 'FuncoLand' will take you on pure gaming nostalgia trips to the past that you definitely don't want to miss... If you're a fan of gaming across consoles like NES, SNES, Sega Genesis or Mega Drive, Game Boy, Game Gear, PlayStation, N64, Saturn, Dreamcast, GameCube, PS2, XBOX and more, then this podcast is made just for you!
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- Sep 27, 20262h 29m
Grand Theft Auto III (GTA3)
First time I've had two guests on at once... But there's a reason I needed the extra help. Grand Theft Auto III is one of those games that rearranged the entire video game industry around it. We got a taste of Liberty City in 2001 and suddenly every studio wanted an open world of their own — for a lot of us it's the line that splits the PS2 era into before and after. It's also the line that splits up most of video gaming as a whole into "before" and "after". It changed everything. And I couldn't have asked for two better buds to get into it with than my friends Paul, The Gamersician, music producer and YouTuber, and Ryan of Retro Game Brews, one of the trio behind the Gamers Week Podcast. Both back for another round. Join us as we dive into one of the most important video games of all-time and talk all about our memories of it and why it's so... well, you know. * NEW Retro Blast Website: www.retroblastpod.com Visit the Retro Blast CAPCOM Store Follow me on Bluesky: Retro Blast Bluesky Would you like a shout-out, comments and questions discussed on the show, and a way to discuss and influence upcoming episodes AND support me in the process? Of course you do! Become a Patron here and you can! patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
- Jul 16, 20262h 37m
The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
This has been a long time coming... A Link to the Past is a game that needs no introduction. It's one of the best games in the franchise and for anyone who has experienced it, it's easy to see why. I couldn't think of a better guest co-host for this episode than my good friend, Dubbing Producer and Opera Singer, Rachael Camui, who has her own very special memories of this game. Join us as we revisit one of the greatest Zelda games ever made. NEW Retro Blast Website: www.retroblastpod.com Visit the Retro Blast CAPCOM Store Follow me on Bluesky: Retro Blast Bluesky Would you like a shout-out, comments and questions discussed on the show, and a way to discuss and influence upcoming episodes AND support me in the process? Of course you do! Become a Patron here and you can! patreon.com/retroblastpodcast
- May 30, 20262h 33m
Final Fantasy X
Final Fantasy X is beloved by many fans of the franchise for a reason. It's full of memorable characters, gorgeous locations, one of the best battle systems in the series, and while it doesn't shy away from going to some very dark places, underneath it all is a story about friendship, love, loss, and acceptance. It's also a game that's responsible for making an entire generation sob as the credits rolled. Join us to find out why we think that Final Fantasy X deserves to be remembered AND played! My special guest co-host for this episode is none other than my loving partner, Twitch Streamer GamerGorlGabs! This is her favorite game of all-time, and I can't wait for you all to hear her stories and recollections from her childhood. So come and sit yourself down by the beach. The sun is setting in Zanarkand, but the fire is warm. Tidus, Yuna, Wakka, Lulu, Auron, Rikku, and Kimahri are waiting for you to join them for an adventure that you'll never forget... Visit the Retro Blast CAPCOM Store NEW Retro Blast Website: www.retroblastpod.com Follow me on Bluesky: Retro Blast Bluesky Follow GamerGorlGabs on Bluesky: GamerGorlGabs Bluesky Would you like a shout-out, comments and questions discussed on the show, and a way to discuss and influence upcoming episodes AND support me in the process? Of course you do! Become a Patron here and you can! Retro Blast Patreon
- Mar 27, 20262h 18m
Arcade Memories
Video Game Arcades might still exist, but for many gamers, the era of their dominance is a thing of the past. If you ever went to Arcades in the 70s, 80s, 90s, or 00s, you know what it felt like to be a part of that era. When a pocket full of tokens meant you were about to experience the latest and greatest in video games. Join special guest Evan Sabba, the voice of Brad Vickers from Resident Evil 3 and host Patrick Brickhouse as they talk about what all of that felt like and why it's truly something to remember, as it will never be replicated. Special Guest Co-Host: Evan Sabba (Actor, Voice Actor) Evan Sabba on Bluesky Evan's Twitch Channel Follow Retro Blast on Bluesky! Become a Retro Blast Patron
- Feb 5, 20261h 30m
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater is a game series that needs no introduction. It's one of the most popular and successful video game franchises of all-time. But, as is tradition here on The Retro Blast Podcast, we like to go back to where it all started with the game that blindsided gamers everywhere. Join me and my guest co-host, Darren Hupke of 'Pixels and Polygons', and Author of the '32 Bit Library' book series (and more!), as we take you back to 1999 to talk all about why this game meant so much to us. Check out Darren Hupke's amazing gaming books, zines, and more: pixelsandpolygons.net Click Here to Follow Retro Blast on Bluesky! Want a shout-out, comments discussed on the show, and influence over which games we feature on future episodes? Become a Retro Blast Patron and get involved with the show!
- Dec 23, 20252h 29m
Sonic the Hedgehog
The Blue Blur himself has FINALLY made it onto The Retro Blast Podcast and it's long overdue! SEGA found itself in a stranglehold in the early 90s as Nintendo dominated the video game market in the United States... And they were almost out of options. Until a little blue hedgehog with super speed AND a super 90s attitude hit the scene and changed the video game landscape forever. The Gamersician himself is back to join Host Patrick Brickhouse for a nostalgic conversation about what it was like to be a kid in the 90s when Sonic hit the scene, what we love about the game to this day, and OF COURSE, the music—With a very special section in the later half of the episode where we discuss comments from Patrons about their favorite OG Sonic songs and memories! Guest Host: Paul, The Gamersician Check out The Gamersician's music here! Follow Retro Blast on Bluesky! Want a shout-out, comments discussed on the show, and influence over which games we feature on future episodes? Join the Retro Blast Patreon and get involved with the show!
- Oct 21, 20251h 44m
FuncoLand
It's 2002. I'm 17 years old... I just landed a job at FuncoLand at the height of the 6th console gen. In this 'Memories' episode, I'm going to take you with me as I revisit what it was like to be a video game store employee during better days. You'll learn about what working there was like, but also the experiences and memories I carry with me to this day, and even some Patron submitted stories! This is one of the biggest projects I've ever produced, and I hope some of it resonates with your life a little bit too. Support Retro Blast on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/retroblastpodcast Click here to follow me on BLUESKY!
- Aug 16, 20251h 53m
Superman 64
It's a bird! It's a plane! No, it's... ...a bad video game. But why is it so bad? And why did we play this when this show is all about GOOD memories? You'll have to listen to find out. Special Guest Host: RetroGameBrews from Gamers Week Podcast Follow Retro Blast on Bluesky! Support on Patreon and get involved with the show!
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About Retro Blast
The Retro Blast Podcast is a show dedicated to the video games that shaped us and the experiences and memories that we all hold close to our hearts. Host Patrick Brickhouse is joined each episode by special guest co-hosts from all across the video gaming community to talk all about these classic games, but to also share the nostalgic experiences and memories surrounding them. And most importantly, why these "old" games are just so special to many of us. There are also very special 'Memories' episodes that are fully written and narrated stories (true ones!) that will take you back in time. Episodes like 'The Arcade at the Beach', 'A Kid and his N64', and 'FuncoLand' will take you on pure gaming nostalgia trips to the past that you definitely don't want to miss... If you're a fan of gaming across consoles like NES, SNES, Sega Genesis or Mega Drive, Game Boy, Game Gear, PlayStation, N64, Saturn, Dreamcast, GameCube, PS2, XBOX and more, then this podcast is made just for you!
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