National Geographic photographer and conservationist Jaime Rojo has spent decades capturing the beauty and fragility of the monarch butterfly. Their epic migration is one of nature’s most breathtaking spectacles, but their survival is under threat. In this episode, Jaime shares how his passion for photography and conservation led him to document the monarchs’ journey. He and host Brian Lowery discuss the deeper story behind his award-winning images, one about resilience, connection, and the urgent need to protect our natural world. See Jaime's story on the monarch butterflies at his website: rojovisuals.com , and follow Brian Lowery at knowwhatyousee.com .…
Dan, Manny, & Billy put the recently dropped Jurassic World: Rebirth trailer to see if they think if the movie will pass the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST (NOW!) “We’re putting the toothpaste back in the tube.” -Billy D’Elia The boys give their immediate reactions to the Jurassic World: Rebirth trailer after watching it together and tear into the plot of the upcoming reimagining/reboot/sequel/money grab of the Jurassic Park franchise. They talk about their love for the original movie, how each sequel’s plot became exponentially more ridiculous, why do people keep returning to these islands, and weren’t there dinosaurs roaming around the earth after the last Jurassic World ? Did they just ignore what happened? Dan, Manny, & Billy also discuss other upcoming sequels of beloved nostalgic films like Gremlins 3, Goonies 2, & Gladiator 2 . Tell us what you think about sequels and reboots, and if you think Hollywood needs to stop all the madness! Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) your thoughts and opinions on Jurassic World: Rebirth and what your thoughts about any upcoming sequels, and we'll talk about them on a future episode. APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction to Nostalgia 101 00:22 Initial Reactions to Jurassic World Rebirth 01:25 Trailer Analysis and Breakdown 02:31 Franchise History and Opinions 03:35 Discussion on Jurassic World Sequels 04:52 Critique of Plot and Characters 07:42 Final Thoughts and Future Speculations 12:25 Reboots and Sequels: A Love-Hate Relationship 13:14 Gremlins 3: Excitement and Skepticism 14:24 Jurassic World Rebirth: Another Cash Grab? 16:45 Hollywood's Obsession with Sequels 16:59 Gladiator 2: A Disappointing Sequel 20:07 Nostalgia Test Predictions 22:09 Final Thoughts and Hashtags Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan, Manny, & NEW cohost longtime friend Billy D'Elia put the 2003 Lindsay Lohan Jamie Lee Curtis switcheroo comedy classic Freaky Friday to the ultimate test--THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “ I was like, why is Dan making us watch this?” -Manny Coelho The boys introduce their new cohost, longtime friend Billy D'Elia to the Nostalgia Test family! Billy is ready to put pop culture's past to the ultimate test! Dan, Manny, & Billy explore the chaos that's Freaky Friday starring Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis. They try comprehend why Hollywood is obsessed with body-switch movies, the 2000s', how Lindsay Lohan's character is basically Avril Lavigne, and the insane plot of Freaky Friday . Then they talk about the cultural context of the movie, Chad Michael Murray's hair, if the mother of the Chinese food restaurant should be arrested for making these body swap fortune cookies, the upcoming sequel, Freakier Friday, and they debate whether the classic film passes the nostalgia test. The Nostalgia Test Podcast is nothing without its tangents. The boys go down a deep Kevin Bacon tangent, the horror of the movie Groundhog Day , and Chinese food restaurants. Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) your thoughts and opinions on Freaky Friday and what your thoughts about the upcoming sequel, and we'll talk about them on a future episode. APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction and Special Announcements 02:15 Discussing Switcheroo Movies 04:07 Lindsay Lohan's Career Highlights 06:27 Freaky Friday: The Plot and Characters 09:01 Analyzing the Switch Mechanism 22:28 Cultural and Setting Observations 29:55 Sibling Dynamics and Relatable Moments 30:49 Nostalgia and Time Capsules 31:12 Documentaries and Scams 31:58 Funny Moments and Characters 32:59 Groundhog Day Theory 34:30 Behind the Scenes Trivia 40:36 Nostalgia Test Results 43:16 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
WARNING: The conversation on this episode will go into some of the disturbing physical & sexual violence that is both in the book version of American Psycho and the movie. Dan & Manny welcome back their longtime friend and Nostalgia Test Podcast all-star Billy D'Elia to put the 2000 satirical horror thriller to the ultimate test--THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “The nail gun is the craziest thing, because like, it's so big, and I'm like, is he really gonna do this?” -Manny Coelho Nostalgia Testers, this is one of those episodes! As Samuel L. Jackson famously said in Jurassic Park , "Hold onto your butts." We go DEEP into our memories of first seeing American Psycho and Billy shares a hilarious story about seeing it in the movie theater. We get into our favorite lines, the amazing soundtrack, and how Christian Bale's music monologues are some of the most amazing parts of the movie. We debate whether this is all in Patrick Bateman's head, what does Tom Cruise have to do with Patrick Bateman, 80s yuppie culture, and Dan talks about how Christian Bale was robbed of an Oscar in 2021. Let's understand something, there shouldn't be a remake or reboot, or reimagining of American Psycho. #NotMyBateman Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) your thoughts and opinions on American Psycho and what you think of the possible remake, and we'll talk about them on a future episode. APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction and Nostalgia Test 00:18 Discussing the Iconic Line 01:01 The 80s Setting and Culture 01:43 Welcoming Billy and Podcast Highlights 05:16 American Psycho Overview 06:11 First Impressions and Viewing Experiences 06:51 Character Analysis and Themes 12:23 The Business Card Scene 19:01 Violence and Satire 24:59 Patrick Bateman's Relationships 33:32 Casting and Production Trivia 36:35 Hilarious Moments and Dark Humor 37:01 Patrick Bateman's Violent Tendencies 38:07 Chainsaw Scene and Trivia 39:16 Obsessive Behavior and Yuppie Culture 39:34 The Climax and Bale's Performance 41:17 Satire of the 80s and Book Comparisons 48:21 The Ambiguity of Reality 55:54 Violence in Modern Media 01:05:37 Reboots and Remakes 01:12:42 Final Thoughts and Nostalgia Test Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan welcomes back longtime friends & Nostalgia Test Podcast Allstars Billy D’Elia & Jeremy Madson to put Metallica's Thrash Era to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “Not only is it a four album progression, but it's [Metallica's] first four albums!" -Jeremy Madson Get ready Nostalgia Metalheads because this is just the beginning of the Metallica journey. On this episode Dan, Billy, & Jeremy get into Metallica's first four albums, their Thrash Era albums: Kill 'Em All, Ride the Lightning, Master of Puppets, and ...And Justice for All. They not only talk about the Thrash era itself, they go deep into each album, talk about their favorite songs & memories, are their any bad songs on these albums, the stories and rumors behind the making of these albums, the genius of Cliff Burton, Lars (of course), is Dave Mustaine the Syd Barrett of Metallica, the connections to Pink Floyd, and so much more. In the end, they each rank the Thrash Era albums from best to "worst." Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) ranking so we can share them on the Black Album, Load, Reload episode! APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction and Banter 00:38 Nostalgia Test Podcast Begins 00:54 Introducing the Guests 02:29 Discussing Metallica's Thrash Era 02:46 Metallica's Early Influences and Evolution 04:03 Comparing Metallica's Albums 13:44 Cliff Burton's Influence 15:48 Kill 'Em All: A Deep Dive 23:25 Ride the Lightning: A Quantum Leap 45:19 Debating the Lulu Era 45:50 Drummer Alternatives and Nostalgia 48:26 Master of Puppets: First Impressions 49:46 Tour Stories and Metal Influences 52:00 Battery and Thrash Scene 56:21 Master of Puppets: Song Breakdown 01:00:44 Ozzy Tour and Metallica's Rise 01:06:03 Reflecting on Metallica's Impact 01:17:27 And Justice for All: Introduction 01:24:01 Middle School Memories and Metallica 01:24:49 Debating Metallica's Greatest Songs 01:26:07 Concert Experiences and Heavy Metal 01:27:57 Discussing Metallica's Weakest Tracks Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan & Manny welcome Prof. Matt Landis to teach them all about the 90s Swing revival. “ Anytime a musical movement is chasing authenticity you can almost guarantee they're going to be bullshit ” -Matt Landis Matt takes Dan & Manny on a deep journey that includes the beginnings of Swing music in the 30s, to the historic events of The Zoot Suit Riots, he explains the core of what it means to be Punk, the impetus of the 90s Swing Revival, and it's absolute failings. Through it all, Matt also tells some amazing stories of his time in the Brooklyn-based cabaret-punk collective The World/Inferno Friendship Society, which honesty can be a whole other episode. At the end, Dan & Manny ask the pivotal question, "How do you rank the Rocky movies." Big thanks to Matt for coming on and truly making this one of the best Nostalgia 101 episodes. Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) your thoughts & questions about this episode so we can share them on the next show! APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction to Nostalgia 101 00:13 Meet the Hosts: Dan and Manny 00:40 Swing Revival: A Surprising Return 02:19 Guest Introduction: Matt Landis 05:35 The 90s Swing Revival: A Deep Dive 09:31 The Punk Connection 15:59 The Evolution of Swing and Jump Blues 26:05 World Inferno Friendship Society: A Unique Experience 39:21 The Philosophy of Punk 49:46 Capitalist Apology and Punk Identity 51:14 Racial and Gendered Forms of Oppression in Music 53:28 Nostalgia Test: Swing Music 54:31 Rocky Franchise Marathon 56:54 Ranking the Rocky Movies Matthew Landis is an adjunct at Stockton University (General/Interdisciplinary Studies) & Rowan University (Music Industry). He was a long-time member of the Brooklyn-based cabaret-punk collective The World/Inferno Friendship Society. He toured (US, Canada, and Europe) with them extensively and recorded/co-wrote/arranged a few singles/7"'s and a full-length record with them as keyboardist. He's a published music critic and poet and has worked as a session musician and sideman for many, many Philadelphia-based artists. He currently fronts the heavy psych/garage/doom/hardcore-adjacent band Vice Trip, is finishing up a book about his time in the World/Inferno Friendship Society, as well as a book of poems. He also has his own Substack (of course he does) called Hopeful Monsters. He lives in Southern New Jersey, for reasons passing understanding. Vice Trip's Bandcamp: https://vicetrip.bandcamp.com/album/i-cant-imagine-b-w-hungover-on-life My Substack: https://hopefulmonsters.substack.com/ LINKS & ADDITIONAL NOTES: (Coming Soon) Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan & Manny welcome Sleevie G to put the 1997 Nicolas Cage classic Con Air to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST! ”[ Con Air ] is a movie about a one man's journey to find a syringe and be a terrible father.” -Dan Dissinger Settle in everyone because this episode is full of tangents, hilarious hot takes, a ton of Nick Cage confusion, and as many plot holes as Con Air. Basically, if this is your first hang with The Nostalgia Test Podcast, "Hold on to your butts." Dan, Manny, & Gomez try to figure out where Cage bought this bunny for his kid, was his prison sentence to harsh, the insane characters in this movie, if Steve Buscemi's character was crazy or not, if he killed that little girl, and is Con Air and Armageddon a shared universe, and so much more. Plus, find out the celebrity that's banned for life from the Sleevie G Show. Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) your thoughts about this episode & we'll shout you out on a future episode. WATCH Ep.134 on YouTube! The Sleevie G show is show that is fun and has a little big of everything sports music moviesvideo games raising awareness, i have a show for everyone !! Hit that Linktr.ee/sleevieg79 Sleevie G Show Podcast https://sleeviegpodcasts.com/ https://linktr.ee/sleevieg79 https://www.unfpod.com/ https://www.radiogardenstate.com/ APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:55 Gomez's Podcast Journey 09:42 Discussing Con Air 09:52 Con Air Cast and Production 13:41 Plot and Characters Analysis 14:24 Nicolas Cage's Performance 29:35 Action Scenes and Special Effects 46:57 John Cusack's Character and the Stingray Corvette 47:35 The Tea Party Scene Analysis 49:14 Steve Buscemi's Character and Armageddon Theory 51:55 Landing in Vegas and the Aftermath 53:06 Debating the Movie's Plot Holes 01:07:09 Does Con Air Pass the Nostalgia Test? 01:07:58 Ben Affleck and Other Movie Critiques 01:22:22 Nicolas Cage's Best Roles 01:25:06 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts LINKS & ADDITIONAL NOTES: (coming soon) Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan & Manny welcome author Scott Ryan to teach them about all things 90s cinema. Scott discusses his book The Last Decade of Cinema and how the 90s influenced films and culture. Scott dives deeply into why he thinks 1994 was the greatest year for 90s cinema. He talks about iconic 90s films like Pulp Fiction, The Shawshank Redemption , & Reality Bites, the impact of 9/11 on the film industry, and shares insights from his interviews with industry insiders, including Patricia Arquette. The conversation touches on the evolution of movies, digital vs. 35mm film, and how storytelling has changed over the decades, and so much more! "In 94 there were two people: there were Pulp Fiction people and there were Forrest Gump people." -Scott Ryan Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) your thoughts & questions about this episode so we can share them on the next show! APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction to Nostalgia 101 01:06 Welcoming Scott Ryan 01:46 The 90s Podcast Journey 02:31 Gen X and 90s Cinema 03:09 The Impact of 1994 04:56 Iconic 90s Movies 13:02 The Decline of Modern Cinema 19:57 Nostalgia and Remakes 37:06 Starting with Goodfellas 37:22 Discussing Scorsese's Recent Films 38:05 Interview with Patricia Arquette 41:56 The Ice Storm: A Forgotten Masterpiece 43:49 David Lynch's Unique Filmmaking 50:55 Swingers and Male-Centric Films 59:16 The Impact of 9/11 on Cinema 01:03:36 Digital vs. Film: The Shift in Filmmaking 01:07:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Scott Ryan, a multifaceted author, publisher, and television historian, is a pop culture and entertainment industry expert. With a portfolio that spans oral histories, behind-the-scenes stories and critical exploration of film and television The Last Decade of Cinema , explores movies from the nineties, offering an analysis of their impact on pop culture both at the time of their release and their lasting significance today. Ryan's previous works include “Moonlighting: An Oral History”, where he unveils the untold story behind the groundbreaking TV series, and “thirtysomething at thirty: an oral history”, alongside “The Last Days of Letterman”, which chronicles the end of an era in late-night television. In “Scott Luck Stories”, he ventures into the realm of comic short stories, showcasing his unique blend of wry humor and journalistic acumen. As the managing editor of “The Blue Rose Magazine” and co-founder of Fayetteville Mafia Press, Ryan has solidified his position as a raw and honest pop culture storyteller. He is the co-host of “Tiger Talk” on YouTube which follows the Massillon Tigers high school football team. He also co-wrote a book about the Tigers’ state championship win in 2023 called “Massillon Against the World.” With all this, it still burns him that he never won Employee of the Month at Video Time where he learned to love film by stealing VHS tapes and movie posters. Discover more about Scott Ryan's books and his perspective on storytelling and pop culture here . Use this link to order Scott's book and he'll personally sign your copy! LINKS & ADDITIONAL NOTES: (Coming Soon) Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan & Manny welcome back longtime friends & Nostalgia Test Podcast all-stars Billy D’Elia, Steve Herrera, & Jeremy Madson to this special end of the year episode to put the 2024 to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “ I don't have space in my brain for anything past like 95.” -Steve Herrera "The Boys Are Back In Town!" and they are ready to give their uninformed opinions on all things 2024. They talk about their favorite 2024 movies, the worst 2024 reboot, the break out musicians of 2024, the biggest pop-cultural moment, Hawk Tuah Girl (unfortunately), the continuing trend of reboots for 2025 like American Psycho, and Dan calls out The Discovery Network for stealing Scott Barber's show Game Changers ( you can listen to our episode with Scott here and create your own timeline of the steal ). There's so much more, and the boys truly had a classic basement hang. So, come on over, settle in, and chill with your new best friends! Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) your thoughts about 132. 🍾2024 End of Year Wrap-Up so we can share them on the next episode! APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:19 Reflecting on 2024 03:16 Best Movies of 2024 12:38 Worst Reboots of 2024 17:03 Upcoming Reboots in 2025 22:09 Legacy Sequels and Final Thoughts 49:22 Derek Jeter Stats and Cheat Codes 49:34 Top Albums and Breakout Artists of the Year 50:44 Greatest Musical Moments 54:48 Pop Culture Moments of 2024 57:35 Controversial Topics and Rumors 01:03:50 In Memoriam: Remembering the Celebrities We Lost 01:10:22 Top TV Shows and Documentaries of 2024 01:22:46 Top Christmas Movies Discussion 01:31:10 Final Thoughts and Farewell LINKS & ADDITIONAL NOTES: (Coming Soon) Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan & Manny welcome back longtime friend, Nostalgia Test Podcast all-star, and unofficial co-host Billy D’Elia to this special holiday episode to put the 1985 British-America Christmas Comedy Santa Claus: The Movie to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “ [ Santa Claus: The Movie ] is all about the 80s crack epidemic in New York." -Dan Dissinger Dan, Manny, & Billy try to make sense of a movie so bad that everyone they talked to about watching Santa Claus: The Movie forgot how Santa, his wife (Anya), and two reindeer freeze to death seven and a half minutes in. That’s right! The guys realize this movie is all about an elf, played by Dudley Moore, who makes crack cocaine so that John Lithgow can sell it to children, in the 80s! Manny & Billy try to find what they liked about is as kids, Dan talks about Santa being a poltergeist, they try to figure out where they elves came from and how long they were making toys, what’s up with Burgess Meredith’s beard, we talk about our must-watch Christmas movies, and so much more! Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) your thoughts about 131.🎅 Santa Claus: The Movie so we can share them on the next episode & we'll send you a FREE Digital Art Print of a quote from this episode! APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:40 Initial Reactions to Santa Claus: The Movie 01:16 Plot Breakdown and Critique 03:39 Historical Context and Reception 05:39 Character Analysis and Performances 06:01 Plot Holes and Logical Inconsistencies 09:05 Comparisons to Other Christmas Movies 11:08 Final Thoughts and Rants 33:20 Discussing a Weird Movie 33:40 Santa's Factory and Quality Control 35:38 Santa's Depression and the Yarn Doll 36:09 Origins of Santa and Elves 38:26 Marketing of Santa Claus 42:19 Nostalgia Test Tangent 46:47 Final Verdict on Santa Claus the Movie 49:47 Top Five Christmas Movies 01:05:33 Wrapping Up and Holiday Wishes LINKS & ADDITIONAL NOTES: Santa Claus: The Movie (Movie 1985) The Santa Clause (Movie 1994) Tim Allen Dudley Moore John Lithgow David Huddleston Burgess Meredith Jeannot Szwarc Alexander Salkind Ilya Salkind Harry and the Hendersons (Movie 1987) Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Movie 1964) Lord of the Rings (Franchise) Kill Bill: Volume 2 (Movie 2004) Newsies (Movie 1992) Tubi Kirk Cameron Fred Savage 10 (Movie 1979) Arthur (Movie 1981) Like Father Like Son (Movie 1987) Judge Reinhold Freaky Friday (Movie 2003) Harrison Ford Burt Reynolds Dustin Hoffman Johnny Carson Norm Macdonald Kurt Russell The Christmas Chronicles (Movie 2018) Paul McCartney Bean (TV Series) Hot Frosty (Movie 2024) Miracle on 34th Street (Movie 1947) It’s a Wonderful Life (Movie 1946) Jaws (Movie 1975) Santa Jaws (Movie 2018) Cube (Movie 1997) The Wedding Singer (Movie 1998) 👰🎤 The Wedding Singer Adam Sandler The Cell (Movie 2000) Jennifer Lopez National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (Movie 1989) Elf (Movie 2003) Noelle (Movie 2019) The Night Before (Movie 2015) Seth Rogan Home Alone (Movie 1990) Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (Movie 1992) Die Hard (Movie 1988) A Christmas Story (Movie 1983) 8-bit Christmas (Movie 2021) Bad Santa (Movie 2003) Spirited (Movie 2022) How The Grinch Stole Christmas (Movie 1966) Frosty the Snowman (Movie 1969) Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer (Movie 1964 Scrooged (Movie 1988) Love Actually (Movie 2003) The Holiday (Movie 2006) Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan & Manny put the 1997 action/sci-fi classic 💫🪐 The Fifth Element to the ultimate test--THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “Did we just watch Captain Planet?” -Manny Coelho Strap in Nostalgia Testers, because this episode spans multiple time periods, universes, tangents, and overall classic nostalgic joy! Manny & Dan talk about the connection between The Fifth Element and Captain Planet , how "Leeloo Dallas Multipass" is the most memorable quote from the entire movie, the genius of Bruce Willis, the Chris Tucker aggressive cunnilingus scene, did Lil Nas X just copy Chris Tucker's character's fashion, Space Hawaii, and they end with audience Lightning Round Nostalgia Tests. WOW! This episode has it all, so come hangout, grab a drink, and chill with your new best friends! Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) your thoughts about 💫🪐 The Fifth Element so we can share them on the next episode & we'll send you a FREE Digital Art Print of a quote from this episode! APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction to the Nostalgia Test 00:24 Initial Reactions and Captain Planet Comparisons 00:58 Hosts Introduction and 90s Movie Context 01:57 Science Fiction Genre Discussion 03:41 The Fifth Element Movie Facts 06:24 Plot Breakdown: The Beginning 19:02 Character Analysis: Corbin Dallas and Leeloo 23:27 The Chase Scene and Future Technology 29:39 Comparisons to Other Sci-Fi Movies 35:40 Gary Oldman's Villainous Role 46:22 The Simple Card Switch 46:40 Chris Tucker's Wild Performance 48:01 The Iconic Multipass Scene 48:11 90s Aesthetic and Fashion 49:14 Crazy Scenes and Sound Editing 51:33 Aggressive Cunnilingus Scene 56:22 Space Hawaii and the Diva 59:56 The Matrix Comparisons 01:04:06 The Trilogy That Never Was 01:05:02 The Ending and Final Thoughts 01:16:49 Fun Facts and Trivia 01:22:28 Lightning Round Questions 01:31:22 Final Thoughts and Outro LINKS & ADDITIONAL NOTES: The Fifth Element (Movie 1997) Captain Planet Dune (Movie 2021) The Matrix (Movie 1999) Star Trek Luc Besson Robert Mark Kamen Bruce Willis Gary Oldman Ian Holm Mila Jovovich Chris Tucker Luke Perry DuckTales (Show 1987-1990) Friday (Movie 1995) Tommy “Tiny” Lister Jr . Lil Nas X Mario Bros. Silver Surfer Muppets The Dark Crystal (Movie 1982) Lifeforce (Movie 1985) Species (Movie 1995) Mentos Commercials Arnold Schwarzenegger Sylvester Stallone Jean-Claude Van Damme Steven Seagal Die Hard (Movie 1988) McDonald’s Kurt Russell Total Recall (Movie 1990) Judge Dredd (Movie 1995) DoorDash Avatar (Movie Franchise) Curb Your Enthusiasm (TV Series 1999-2024) The Running Man (Movie 1987) WALLl-E (Movie 2008) Minority Report (Movie 2002) Tom Cruise Prince Lady Gaga Elizabeth Berkley Showgirls (Movie 1995) Jamie Foxx Kevin Costner Mel Gibson Julia Roberts Dino-Riders (TV Series 1988) The Blues Brothers (Movie 1980) Airborne (Movie 1993) Caddyshack ( Movie1980) Ghostbusters (Movie 1984) Bill Murray Major League (Movie 1989) Teen Wolf ( Movie 1985) Short Circuit (Movie 1986) Bill & Ted Excellent Adventure (Movie 1989) Spaceballs (Movie 1987) Rick Moranis Chuck E. Cheese ShowBiz Pizza Place The Rewatchables (Podcast) How Did This Get Made (Podcast) June Diane Raphael Paul Scheer Joyful Recollections of Trauma by Paul Scheer Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan & Manny put the 2024 sequel 🪲🧃Beetlejuice Beetlejuice to the ultimate test--THE NOSTALGIA TEST (NOW)! “Everyone’s stapled in Tim Burton’s movies.” -Dan Dissinger Dan & Manny record in-person at Lithology Brewing in Farmingdale Long Island, and the episode is an instant becomes a classic. They talk about their movie going experiences with 🪲🧃Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and if going to the movies passes the nostalgia test, and why did Manny spend $50 to see 🪲🧃Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. They attempt to breakdown and understand the unending amount of subplots, why is Monica Bellucci in this movie, and Lydia's evolution from the first movie. Then they unpack all the missed opportunities with Beetlejuice himself, why we needed his satanic grave robbing backstory, Dan brings a surprise spooky season grab bag, SPOILER ALERT! Dan ruins Joker 2 (as if it needs more ruining), and there's so much more!!!! Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) your thoughts about Beetlejuice or Beetlejuice Beetlejuice so we can share them on the next episode & we'll send you a FREE Digital Art Print of a quote from this episode! APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout 00:14 Nostalgia Test: Beetlejuice 00:56 Rewatching Killer Clowns from Outer Space 01:15 Monster Squad and Other Nostalgic Movies 02:20 Theater Experience and Movie Watching Habits 11:42 Beetlejuice Sequel Discussion 16:22 Character Analysis: Lydia and Her Evolution 21:28 Plot Critique and Unnecessary Subplots 26:41 Halloween Candy Nostalgia 31:02 Scene Stealer: Catherine O'Hara's Performance 32:20 Astrid's Biking Adventure 32:32 The Town of Wintersun 33:23 Ghostly Encounters and Family Dynamics 34:59 Beetlejuice's Role and Missed Opportunities 41:16 The Detective and Monica Bellucci's Character 48:44 Nostalgia Test and Final Thoughts LINKS & ADDITIONAL NOTES: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (Movie 2024) 🪲🧃Beetlejuice (1988) (Podcast ep) Beetlejuice (Movie 1988) Killer Klowns from Outer Space (Movie 1988) 🤡 Killer Klowns From Outer Space w/ Steve Herrera Rocktopus Jones Art The Monster Squad (Movie 1987) Buzzn The Tower (Podcast) Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (Movie 2004) Terminator 2: Judgement Day (Movie 1991) The Empire Strikes Back (Movie 1980) Minecraft 🍺 Road House 2024 Reboot Nostalgia Test Now! w/ Billy D'Elia Alec Baldwin Geena Davis Jenna Ortega Winona Ryder Danny DeVito Monica Bellucci Corpse Bride (Movie 2005) Garbage Pail Kids Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (Movie 1999) Toy Story (Franchise) Catherine O’Hara Gilmore Girls (TV Show 2000-2007) 100 Grand Bar (Candy) Play-Doh 8-bit Christmas (Movie 2021) Celebrity Deathmatch (TV Show 1998-2002; 2006-2007) Constantine (Movie 2005) If You Love Listening, Then Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan welcomes back longtime friends & Nostalgia Test Podcast Allstars Billy D’Elia & Jeremy Madson to put the much-debated 1991 Metallica classic the Black Album to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “People that don't listen to metal [...] fucking know who Metallica is because of [The Black Album].” -Billy D’Elia This episode will go down in Nostalgia Test Podcast history! The guys talk about how and who got them into Heavy Metal, what were their first albums they bought, and the deep legacy Metallica has created in heavy music, as well as music in general. They give much needed credit to Bob Rock for the production value of the Black Album , and start a track-by-track breakdown, until they are podcast bombed by Manny Coelho! Manny brings the nostalgia to the episode and the tangent he takes the episode down is filled with childhood memories, acknowledgement of Metallica’s ability to create strong bonds between them all, and Manny shares his favorite Metallica songs, as well as his memories of seeing them live! There’s so much more, so come hangout with us in the basement, grab a drink, and settle in, because this is what hanging out with your best friends is all about. Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) your thoughts about the Black Album so we can share them on the next episode & we'll send you a FREE Digital Art Print of a quote from this episode! APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter 00:11 Concert Memories and Metallica Merch 02:22 Nostalgia Test Podcast Introduction 03:20 Discussing Metallica's Black Album 03:51 Personal Metallica Journeys 06:16 Metallica's Influence and Legacy 09:40 Album Production and Bob Rock's Impact 30:31 Track-by-Track Breakdown 38:11 Entertainment and Subway Series 38:44 Sad But True: A Deep Dive 41:28 Holier Than Thou: Lyrics and Themes 43:24 Nostalgia and Metallica's Impact 46:20 The Unforgiven and Metallica's Evolution 51:49 Metallica's Legacy and Controversies 01:06:28 The Hangout Vibe 01:06:52 Metallica's Live Performances 01:07:34 Concert Experiences and Band Critiques 01:10:34 Nostalgia and Friendship 01:13:30 Deep Dive into Some More Metallica's Songs 01:21:14 The Black Album's Legacy 01:33:25 Final Thoughts and Outro LINKS & ADDITIONAL NOTES: Metallica The Black Album (Album 1991) Iron Maiden Cavalera Conspiracy Black Sabbath Master of Puppets (Album 1986) Roger Waters Hot Topic David Gilmour ...And Justice For All (Album 1988) “One” (Song) “Enter Sandman” (Song) Dream Theater Tales from the Punchbowl (Album 1995) Primus Slayer Kerry King Minnesota Twins Nirvana Nevermind (Album 1991) Pearl Jam Ten (Album 1991) Guns N’ Roses Use Your Illusion I (Album 1991) Red Hot Chili Peppers Blood Sugar Sex Magik (Album 1991) Soundgarden Bad Motor Finger (Album 1991) Arise (Album 1991) Sepultura Hair Metal Thrash Metal Bob Rock Wintersun Before These Crowded Streets (Album 1998) Dave Matthews Band AC/DC Anger (Album 2003) Load (Album 1996) Reload (Album 1997) Lou Reed Slippery When Wet (Album 1986) Bon Jovi Pantera Lars Ulrich Cannibal Corpse Dave Lombardo “Seven Nation Army” (Song The White Stripes ) Jethro Tull Lamb of God Roseland Ballroom Irving Plaza Whoopi Goldberg Kill ‘Em All (Album 1983) Anthrax Public Enemy Megadeth Iron Maiden Spinal Tap Judas Priest Cliff Burton Jason Newsted Neil Gaiman Sandman (Book 1989) H. P. Lovecraft Rob Trujillo Napster In Flames Reel Big Fish The Undertaker Kid Rock Tattoo The Earth Team America: World Police (Movie 2004) Insane Clown Posse Rick Rubin Death Magnetic (Album 2008) 72 Seasons (Album 2023) Hardwired... to Self-Destruct (Album 2016) Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan & Manny put the 1988 Tim Burton classic 🪲🧃Beetlejuice to the ultimate test--THE NOSTALGIA TEST! “[ Beetlejuice ] is a movie about a man who doesn't want to read and a woman who I believe is functionally illiterate.” -Dan Dissinger Buckle up Nostalgia Testers because this episode has it all! You'll hear tangents about Dan & Manny's childhood memories of watching Beetlejuice , praise for Tim Burton's creative style, their love for the practical effects of Beetlejuice , Beetlejuice being all about the importance of reading, Dan wonders if Geena Davis' character is illiterate, and Manny believes this is the first ever staycation in movie history? The boys also do an impromptu Nostalgia Test Now reaction to the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice movie, and then their secret producer points out the ultimate Beetlejuice easter egg. So, say his name once, say it twice, say it a third time, and get ready for the ULTIMATE Nostalgic Beetlejuice podcast! Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) your thoughts about Beetlejuice or Beetlejuice Beetlejuice so we can share them on the next episode & we'll send you a FREE Digital Art Print of a quote from this episode! APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction and Nostalgia Test Setup 00:55 First Impressions and Childhood Memories 02:00 Beetlejuice's Character and Movie Analysis 02:30 Tim Burton's Unique Style and Iconic Scenes 05:43 Plot Holes and Character Dynamics 13:52 Winona Ryder's Role and Career Highlights 17:12 Michael Keaton's Performance and Legacy 22:33 Concerns About the Sequel 25:26 Discussing the Length of the Movie 26:00 Nostalgia and Expectations 27:28 Previewing the Trailer 27:46 Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis 28:46 Michael Keaton's Role 30:31 CGI vs Practical Effects 30:56 Cameos and Concerns 32:19 Sequels and Comparisons 36:17 Iconic Scenes in Beetlejuice 38:23 Final Thoughts and Nostalgia Test 43:26 Easter Eggs and Hidden Details 45:06 Conclusion and Call to Action LINKS & ADDITIONAL NOTES: Beetlejuice (Movie 1988) Beetlejuice (Cartoon 1989-1991) Drop Dead Fred (Movie 1991) Tim Burton Alec Baldwin Geena Davis Catherine O’Hara Jeffery Jones Winona Ryder Howard the Duck (Movie 1986) Michael Keaton Dick Cavett Harry Belafonte Nightmare Before Christmas (Movie 1993) Heathers (Movie 1988) Edward Scissorhands (Movie 1990) Great Balls of Fire (Movie 1989) Bram Stoker’s Dracula (Movie 1992) Reality Bites (Movie 1994) Stranger Things (TV Series 2016-Present) Batman (Movie 1989) Robert Downey Jr. Iron Man (Movie 2008) Bruce Willis Sneakers (Movie 1992) Mom (Movie 1983) Timothée Chalamet The Mask (Movie 1994) Robert Goulet Danny Elfman Monica Bellucci Willem Dafoe Danny DeVito The Empire Strikes Back (Movie 1980) Terminator 2 (Movie 1991) Batman Returns (Movie 1992) Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan & Manny go deep into the August Nostalgic News to see if it passes the ultimate test--THE NOSTALGIA TEST! August was insanely busy! The boys talk about the upcoming Broadway debut of Keanu Reeves & Alex Winter in Waiting For Godot , Gina Gershon's stories from the set of Cocktail, should we care about Quentin Tarantino's Toy Story opinions, who's sniffing bathing suits on the set of Baywatch, the Nostalgia Test reboot exception, why is the DeLorean coming back, how did Carl Weathers never have a star of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and so much more! It's a jam packed episodes! APPROXIMATE RUN OF SHOW: 00:00 Introduction to Nostalgia Test News 01:20 Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter on Broadway 05:05 Tom Cruise's First Wife on the Set of Cocktail 08:27 Quentin Tarantino's Take on Toy Story 4 14:41 The DeLorean's Comeback 19:46 Jeremy Jackson's Confession 24:53 Anaconda Reboot with Jack Black and Paul Rudd 27:47 Rebooting Bad Movies 30:37 Nostalgia Music News: Aerosmith Retires 33:46 Sublime's New Song Featuring Bradley Nowell 35:29 Limp Bizkit's Resurgence 37:32 Oasis Reunion Announcement 41:49 Tributes to Childhood Icons 45:32 Carl Weathers Honored Posthumously 50:19 August News Wrap-Up Email us ( thenostalgiatest@gmail.com ) topics you want to hear us do on our next episode of The Nostalgia Test News & we'll send you a FREE Digital Art Print of a quote from this episode! LINKS & ADDITIONAL NOTES Keanu Reeves Alex Winter Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter Set ‘Bill & Ted’ Reunion on Broadway With ‘Waiting for Godot’ Waiting For Godot (Play 1953) Samuel Beckett Tom Cruise's first wife was 'very present' on Cocktail set, says Gina Gershon Mimi Rogers Quentin Tarantino Refuses to Watch ‘Toy Story 4’ Toy Story (Franchise) Lightyear (Movie 2022) Vin Diesel Pitch Black (Franchise) The DeLorean ruined its creator’s life. Now it’s coming back (to the future) Cyber Truck Baywatch (Franchise) Baywatch star Jeremy Jackson admits he ‘sniffed’ female co-stars’ ‘dirty bathing suits’ after sneaking into trailers Nicole Eggert Anaconda (Movie 1997) ‘Anaconda’ Re-Imagining in the Works with Jack Black and Paul Rudd in Early Talks to Star Jack Black Paul Rudd Jennifer Lopez Ice Cube Jon Voight Owen Wilson Danny Trejo Glitter (Movie 2001) “Baby Got Back” (Song 1991) Aerosmith retires from touring, citing permanent damage to Steven Tyler’s voice last year Aerosmith Brandon Flowers The Killers Sublime X Stick Figure – "Feel Like That (feat. Bradley Nowell)" Limp Bizkit Fred Durst There's going to be an Oasis reunion in 2025 Sid Eudy Phil Donahue Richard Bey Late Actor Carl Weathers Remembered by Co-Stars From Stallone to Sandler Before His Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Ceremony James Earl Jones Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
Dan & Manny discuss whether the 1990s swing dance revival deserves the full Nostalgia Test Podcast treatment. They talk about various aspects of the swing era, its origins, the movies Swing Kids and Swingers, listening to swing dance revival bands like Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Squirrel Nut Zippers, and Brian Setzer Orchestra, the cultural impact this revival had and if it could make a second a comeback in the 90s obsessed world we’re living in right now, and so much more! WATCH EP. 125 ON YOUTUBE! APPROXIMATE SHOW NOTES: 00:00 Introduction to the Nostalgia Test Mini Episode 00:36 The Swing Dance Resurgence of the 90s 01:20 Swing Dance in Pop Culture 02:08 The 90s Swing Revival Bands 03:51 The Decline of Swing Dance 04:23 Personal Reflections on Swing Dance 06:16 Potential for a Full Episode on Swing Dance 13:21 Conclusion and Call to Action LINKS & ADDITIONAL NOTES Swing Dance History Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Squirrel Nut Zippers Brian Setzer Orchestra The Karate Kid Part II (Movie 1986) Swing Kids (Movie 1993) Royal Crown Revue Clueless (Movie 1995) The Mighty Mighty Bosstones The Mask (Movie 1994) Swingers (Movie 1996) Vince Vaughn Jon Favreau Heather Graham The Derby Ron Livingston Cherry Poppin’ Daddies Steampunk NHL 94 (Video Game) Contact/Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast! If you had a great time listening to The Nostalgia Test Podcast and want to book us on your next podcast or have perform at your themed party, or have us host a special event, fill out the form below and LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! We can do so many fun Nostalgic Events! Podcast Guest Appearances Themed Parties Hosting Screenings Corporate Events Reunions Weddings Birthday Parties Trivia The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create a personalized Nostalgic experience for any occasion! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the Google Form below to get the process started. We're open to in-person and virtual events. Pricing may vary depending on the details of your event/party. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC! Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Facebook The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected…
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