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
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater
05/02/2026 | 1h 30min
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
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Sonic the Hedgehog
23/12/2025 | 2h 29min
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!
FuncoLand
21/10/2025 | 1h 44min
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.
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Superman 64
16/08/2025 | 1h 53min
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!
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.
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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.
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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...
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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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