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| EP#173: Dragnet 1987 | 03 Dec 2025 | 00:54:20 | |
In this episode, Charlie & George are hitting the streets of LA to revisit cult comedy TV show adaptation, Dragnet!
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| EP#170-Event Horizon (1997) | 29 Oct 2025 | 01:11:39 | |
It's time for another Halloween special! Charlie and George are heading to the dark side of Neptune in search of the Event Horizon! They will delve into Paul W.S. Anderson's cult classic sci-fi horror film, exploring its production, the tight schedule involved, and some haunting deleted scenes. They won't be alone on this adventure in terror, as they are excited to welcome special guest Chris Lackey from the "Strange Studies of Strange Stories" podcast! Horror fans can learn more at https://www.strangestudies.com/about. Enjoy, rate and please share. Happy Halloween! | |||
| EP#153: Short Circuit (1986) | 08 Mar 2025 | 00:37:39 | |
In this month's episode, Charlie and George are off to Oregon, to see if Number 5 really is alive.... That's right, they're revisiting 80's cult classic Short Circuit! All the usual topics are covered, from preproduction challenges, suspicious spin offs to controversial casting (and that's not just Steve Guttenberg)! Does Short Circuit still hold up? Where does it rank with other family favourites? Listen to find out!Please like, review and share with like minded retro fans! Disclaimer: ALL COPYRIGHT USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CREATIVE COMMONS ACT. | |||
| Episode 23 - Jurassic Park (1993) | 29 Jun 2018 | 01:00:33 | |
In this months episode, Charlie and George are flown to a secret island off the coast to Costa Rica to rediscover Jurassic Park! In celebrating the films 25th anniversary and the current release of the fifth installment, Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, the boys evaluate what makes it such a classic blockbuster. They discuss the battle for the rights to the original novel, ground breaking CGI, Standard Spielbergian Suspense and of course, the natural wonder of the world that is Jeff Goldblum. Hold on to your butts, as there'll be spoilers, bad impressions (that includes dinosuars) and the kind of language that comes naturally to Samuel L Jackson. Enjoy. After more Spielberg chat? Check out our previous episodes on Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Goonies and Back to the future. | |||
| Episode 22 - RECENT Ramble: Solo & Deadpool (2018) | 08 Jun 2018 | 00:39:30 | |
In this SPECIAL RECENT RAMBLE episode, join George and Charlie as they share their feelings (Spoiler Free) regarding the recent releases Solo: A Star Wars Story and Deadpool 2. Was Ron Howard's production doomed to fail from the outset? What works and what doesn't and is it worth seeing at the cinema? Can Deadpool deliver for a second time? If so who should go and see it and what else is coming soon that we should be looking forward to. Retro Ramble in it's usual format will be back soon, follow us on all the social medias, enjoy and please share.
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| Episode 21 - Raiders Of The Lost Ark (1981) | 25 May 2018 | 00:58:14 | |
To coincide with the most recent Star Wars spin off - Solo: A Star Wars Story, Retro Ramble decided it was time to go back to 1981 to check out Harrison Ford's other most famous character - Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark! | |||
| Episode 20 - RECENT Ramble - Avengers: Infinity War (2018) | 18 May 2018 | 00:58:01 | |
With it being the start of film packed blockbuster season George and Charlie felt it was time for another Recent Ramble to share their thoughts on what's sure to be one of the year's biggest releases, Avengers: Infinity War. Keeping everything SPOILER FREE and resisting the temptation to go full nerd this is a short episode with the other half being dedicated to an update on TV Shows we are streaming, Books we're reading and even a quick word from Charlie on the latest PS4 graphics fest that is God of War. For our dedicated fan base and lovers of all things retro, Retro Ramble will be back very soon with Episode 16 as we head back to 1980 for Raiders of The Lost Ark in a tenuous link to the release of Solo: A Star Wars Story. Warning: contains swearing and bad impressions, all stunts both supervised and performed by trained chimpanzees. | |||
| Episode 19 - Blade (1998) | 26 Apr 2018 | 00:57:21 | |
To coincide with one of this year's biggest film releases, Avengers: Infinity War, Retro Ramble decided it was time to go back to 1998 to review Marvel's first successful movie – Blade! Join Charlie and George as they don their leather trenchcoats and delve into the sexy vampire underworld you never knew existed. From blood raves and Wesley Snipes kicking ass (one henchman at a time) to the wonderful camp of Udo Keir and pounding, pounding 90's techno music! As well as reviewing how the film stands up today, there's also plenty of production trivia and background chat as well the usual casting Coulda Woulda Shoulda feature and as many bad impressions as we can fit into an hour. Enjoy, please share and be sure to vote for us in the British Podcast Awards if you've not done already. | |||
| Episode 18 - RECENT Ramble - Ready Player One (2018) | 12 Apr 2018 | 00:33:45 | |
In a world of shared universes.... Charlie and George take a break from the RETRO films of their youth to unleash.... RECENT Ramble! A podcast dedicated to all things...well recent from movies, streaming, books and gaming. In this first RECENT episode, they review the Spielberg sci-fi nostalgia fest that is Ready Player One. They also take time to discuss other things they've been consuming whether it be Amazon Prime's American Gods, Netflix's Annihilation, the little seen sci-fi gem Snowpiercer, the latest DLC content for GTA 5, or even the latest Alan Partridge book.WARNING: Contains mild yet necessary swearing and mostly bad impressions. | |||
| Episode 17 - Back To The Future (1985) | 16 Mar 2018 | 01:23:23 | |
To coincide with this month's release of Ready Player One, in this episode, Charlie and George tackle the time travelling classic Back to The Future! Join the brothers McGhee as they fire up the flux capacitor, hit 88 and reminisce what makes this film such a beloved blockbuster. Along the way they discuss everything from the production challenges (including one hell of a Coulda Woulda Shoulda) to Huey Lewis and the potential spin off, "Whatever Happened to The Libyans?!" Enjoy and please share! In addition to ITunes, Google Play and Libsyn we are also NOW AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY!!! | |||
| Episode 16 - Tango and Cash (1989) | 14 Feb 2018 | 01:06:44 | |
In our Valentines special, we rediscover the 80's camp cult "classic" that is Tango and Cash. Charlie and George discuss the smouldering bromance of a very confusing action film that pits two cops, a sharp-suited Stallone and a rough and ready Kurt Russell, against a hammy Jack Palance, some mice and an evil Cockney. There's action, dodgy one liners, big hair and little sense. Enjoy and please share! | |||
| Episode 15 - Con Air (1997) | 18 Jan 2018 | 00:41:05 | |
In this month's episode, Charlie and George tackle the action packed aviation cheese fest that is Con Air! Following previous episodes The Rock and Face/Off, the Brothers McGhee return to the camp craziness of a 90's Nicolas Cage action flick, delving into what makes it a guilty pleasure. So strap yourselves in for some in-flight entertainment, which covers the majesty of Cage's mullet, explosions, exposition and John Malkovich's gleeful pantomime villain, Cyrus the Virus. COPYRIGHT NOTICE: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy. | |||
| Episode 14 - SPECIAL - Review of 2017 | 05 Jan 2018 | 00:51:49 | |
For their end of year special, Charlie and George return to Present Day to share their thoughts on the films of 2017. From covering their favourite blockbusters to the ones that disappointed them, plus even a few recommended arthouse releases. SPOILER WARNING - Films discussed include: Logan, John Wick Chapter 2, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2, Alien Covenant - See George's review here. Wonder Woman, War for the Planet of The Apes, Dunkirk, Baby Driver, Blade Runner 2049 - See George's review here. Thor Ragnarok, Justice League and The Last Jedi. Too modern for you? Fear not, Retro fans, we'll be back very soon with our first podcast review for 2018, with the macho mullet masterpiece, Con Air! | |||
| EP#151 - The Last Action Hero 1993 | 04 Feb 2025 | 00:46:14 | |
In this episode, it's Annual Arnie time, with Charlie and George delving into one of Schwarzenegger's biggest misfires - Last Action Hero! How can a film with the world's biggest star, a huge budget, a great concept, a successful director and the most expensive writers in Hollywood possibly fail?! Was it ahead of its time? Is it underrated? Tune in to find out! | |||
| Episode 13 - A View To A Kill (1985) | 01 Jan 2018 | 00:55:28 | |
For their first Bank Holiday special, and in true typical British fashion, The Brothers McGhee decided it was time to tackle a Bond film; namely Roger Moore's swansong, A View To A Kill! Join Charlie & George as they prepare to dance into the fire, discuss bad facelifts, French stereotypes, not-so-subtle stuntmen and their love for Christopher…….Walken. As usual, there's plenty of production, casting and location trivia, plus lots of bad impressions as the hosts try and out-Walken each other. Enjoy and please share! | |||
| Episode 12 - Gremlins/Gremlins 2: The New Batch | 30 Nov 2017 | 01:00:40 | |
In this Festive Special episode, Charlie and George break all the rules as they navigate the crazy chaos of cult classics Gremlins and Gremlins 2: The New Batch. There's drinking, bad behaviour and swearing and that's just the hosts! Their post - midnight ramble covers everything from the Spielberg touch, the perils of using monkeys as a special effect, Hulk Hogan and double breasted dressing gowns. Be sure to check out our Patreon page - www.patreon.com/retroramble to access tonnes of additional content, reviews, videos and more. Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy. | |||
| Episode 11 - Ghostbusters | 26 Oct 2017 | 00:55:05 | |
Charlie and George strap on their unlicensed nuclear proton packs and go busting some ghosts with a Retro Ramble on the cult comedy classic, Ghostbusters! And what better way to celebrate Halloween than to sit back and enjoy this family-friendly classic full of scares, swears, pop songs and smoking...so much smoking. From the moments that terrified them growing up, to the genius improv of Bill Murray and Rick Moranis, not to mention some Supernaturally Sexy Sigourney Weaver; Casting makes us feel good! Be sure to check out our Patreon page - www.patreon.com/retroramble to access tonnes of additional content, reviews, videos and more. Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with the Creative Commons Fair Use Policy. | |||
| Episode 10 - Terminator 2 (1991) | 29 Sep 2017 | 01:27:15 | |
Charlie and George travel back in time (but not naked, that'd be weird) to 1991 for the action sci-fi extravaganza that is T2! Whilst discussing the genius of James Cameron's original vision and why it remains one of the best sequels ever made, they also take a closer look at Robert Patrick's privates and remember a time when tie-dye t-shirts, mullets and Axel Rose were all considered acceptable. Be sure to check out our Patreon page - www.patreon.com/retroramble to access tonnes of additional content, reviews, videos and more. Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy. RetroRamble 2017
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| Episode 9 - Batman (1989) | 06 Sep 2017 | 01:30:51 | |
George & Charlie revisit the event movie that transformed the comic-book genre - Tim Burton's Batman! From the safety of our Batcave, we discuss the film's lengthy pre-production challenges, the genius of Jack Nicholson, Michael Keaton's knitwear and the excesses of a Prince soundtrack. Along the way, we also touch on the Batman legacy across film, TV and games, from Adam West's 1960's Bright Knight to this year's The Lego Batman Movie! Be sure to check out our Patreon page - www.patreon.com/retroramble to access tonnes of additional content, reviews, videos and more.
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| Episode 8 - The Goonies (1985) | 24 Jul 2017 | 00:53:01 | |
In this episode George & Charlie take a look back at one the biggest movies from their childhood, The Goonies. Everyone that was a child of the 1980s remembers growing up with The Goonies, like Star Wars or Back to the Future it seems like it was a mandatory rite of passage, forever etched in our hearts. As well our usual features, bad impressions and Coulda Woulda Shoulda, we also take a look at the "Making of a Cult Classic" documentary which contained an even closer look at what happened whilst the film was being made and what became of the actors. Be sure to check out our Patreon page - www.patreon.com/retroramble to access tonnes of additional content, reviews, videos and more. Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy. RetroRamble 2017 | |||
| Episode 7 - Remembering Sir Roger Moore - PART 2 - Interview with Catching Bullets author, Mark O'Connell | 04 Jul 2017 | 00:33:47 | |
Part 2 of our tribute to Sir Roger Moore features an exclusive interview with Bond expert, author and comedy writer Mark O'Connell. Mark is the author of Catching Bullets, a love letter to the Bond films and it's fandom. We were lucky enough to have Mark share some insider knowledge regarding all that goes into making a Bond film - and what Sir Roger was like in real life. Check out Mark's work at https://markoconnell.co.uk/product-wts/ Be sure to check our Patreon page www.patreon.com/retroramble to access tonnes of additional content, reviews, videos and more. Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy. RetroRamble 2017 | |||
| Episode 6 - Remembering Sir Roger Moore - PART 1 | 24 Jun 2017 | 00:38:16 | |
Following the recent passing of Sir Roger Moore, and with us being such massive James Bond fans, we felt it necessary to commit a short episode in tribute to the former actor/knight of the empire. Here, in Part 1, we look at Sir Roger's career starting with his time in TV roles like The Saint and The Persuaders before discussing his Bond legacy and work for UNICEF. Part 2, features an exclusive interview with Bond expert, author and comedy writer Mark O'Connell . Be sure to check our Patreon page www.patreon.com/retroramble to access tonnes of additional content, reviews, videos and more. Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy. RetroRamble 2017 | |||
| Episode 5 - THE ROCK (1996) | 31 May 2017 | 01:11:32 | |
In this episode Charlie & George decide to go and visit Alcatraz, only to find that Ed Harris has taken it over and is holding San Francisco hostage! It's arguably Michael Bay's greatest film, the last great Sean Connery appearance, and the start of the Nicolas Cage "Holy Action Trinity" (along with Face/Off and Con Air) it's the 90's action classic that is....The Rock. Be sure to check our Patreon page www.patreon.com/retroramble to access tonnes of additional content, reviews, videos and more. Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy. RetroRamble 2017
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| Episode 4 - POINT BREAK (1991) | 28 Apr 2017 | 01:19:36 | |
In this episode, Charlie and George go in search of the perfect wave and take on 90's action thriller, Point Break. FBI agents, surfers, sky diving, bank robberies, bromance and err, ooh some Buddhism. It's almost too silly, but yet, it somehow works. Be sure to check our Patreon page www.patreon.com/retroramble to access tonnes of additional content, reviews, videos and more.Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy. RetroRamble 2017 | |||
| EP#149 - Review of 2024 | 24 Jan 2025 | 01:05:22 | |
To kick off 2025, Charlie & George are looking back on what they watched in 2024! The brothers discuss what they loved, were mildly entertained by and what they felt were the turkeys of the year! Films include Dune 2, Gladiator 2, Alien Romulus, The Fall Guy, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire and plenty of other nostalgia-bait! TV highlights include; Terminator Zero, Blue Eyed Samurai, The Gentleman and Shrinking For more in-depth reviews of Alien Romulus Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Roadhouse and Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F (plus much more!) - please check out our Patreon channel: www.patreon.com/retroramble | |||
| Episode 3 - PREDATOR (1987) | 02 Apr 2017 | 01:27:55 | |
This month George & Charlie decided it was time to "Go big, or go home" and tackle the behemoth that is the 1987 classic, Predator. Be sure to check our Patreon page www.patreon.com/retroramble to access tonnes of additional content, reviews, videos and more. Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy. TAGS: 80s, 90s, action, cult, comedies, funny, movies, podcast, pop, review, thrillers, video games | |||
| Episode 2 - STARSHIP TROOPERS (1997) | 27 Mar 2017 | 00:53:35 | |
Continuing our feature on 1997 this week we take a ramble on Paul Verhoevens Sexy-Space-Nazi-Classic - Starship Troopers Be sure to check our Patreon page www.patreon.com/retroramble to access tonnes of additional content, reviews, videos and more. Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy. TAGS: 80s, 90s, action, cult, comedies, funny, movies, podcast, pop, review, thrillers, video games | |||
| Episode 1 - AIR FORCE ONE & FACE OFF | 27 Mar 2017 | 01:19:06 | |
In this episode George and Charlie tackle the amazing year for movies that was 1997, featuring the 2 classics of Air Force One & Face/Off Be sure to check our Patreon page www.patreon.com/retroramble to access tonnes of additional content, reviews, videos and more. Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy. TAGS: 80s, 90s, action, cult, comedies, funny, movies, podcast, pop, review, thrillers, video games | |||
| Episode 0 - Introduction to Retro Ramble | 27 Mar 2017 | 00:28:57 | |
In this short introductory episode George & Charlie explain what led them to start the podcast, which films they plan to focus on and what audiences can expect in each monthly episode. As well as a brief delve into their influences growing up and their own experiences with the film industry, the Brothers McGhee explain how they plan to keep such a retro focused podcast current and relevant in today's already bloated podcast community.
Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy. TAGS: 80s, 90s, action, cult, comedies, funny, movies, podcast, pop, review, thrillers, video games | |||
| EP#147: Batman Returns 1992 | 16 Dec 2024 | 01:12:55 | |
It's that wonderful time of year again—Christmas! And what better way to celebrate than with a festive favourite film? This time, we're diving into a sequel to one of the biggest movies of the '80s: 1992's Batman Returns! Charlie and George take a deep dive into the superhero sequel where everything is ramped up - the villains, production design, classic Tim Burton weirdness and well, horniness. They discuss everything from production background, casting decisions, sequel spin-offs and probably too much time sharing their love for Christopher Walken's intense villain, Max Shreck! Santa Claus? 'fraid not, we're just some podcast who got lucky, and sue us, if we wanna give something back! | |||
| EP#146: Stargate (1994) | 29 Nov 2024 | 01:03:18 | |
Charlie and George uncover a gateway to the other side of the universe, whisking themselves back to 1994 to revisit Stargate! The film that launched a host of TV spin-offs, comics and games, the boys delve into its origins, casting and post-production struggles. Plus there's lots of chat about Kurt Russell's hair. Enjoy and please share! | |||
| EP#144: Jason X | 26 Oct 2024 | 00:46:56 | |
It's another Halloween special and Charlie and George are talking all about Jason Voorhees in the tenth installment of the Friday The 13th series, Jason X! Also know as Jason in Space, or even Spason to some fans, it's a bonkers take on the horror icon that was a big success on good old DVD! One question, why is everyone dressed like they're off to a nightclub?! Enjoy, and please share! Retro Ramble 2024
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| Ep142: Rambo First Blood pt 2 | 05 Oct 2024 | 01:01:38 | |
In this month's episode, Charlie and George are back in 'Nam, to tackle the gloriously OTT sequel, Rambo: First Blood Part 2! They discuss early script ideas, alternative casting and the giant genre leap from the first movie! Don't forget, to survive war, you gotta become war! | |||
| EP#140-Goldfinger 1964 | 26 Aug 2024 | 00:50:41 | |
In this episode, Charlie and George are back in Bond territory, as they celebrate 60 years of Goldfinger! Tackling the third film in the series, this classic Connery caper established a lot of the Bond formula we know and love. The brothers discuss behind the scenes trivia, casting, a brassy John Barry score and some of the most iconic moments in the Bond franchise! Do you expect us to talk? No, expect us to Ramble! | |||
| EP138-Alien 1979 | 29 Jul 2024 | 00:52:48 | |
Charlie and George board the USCSS Nostromo to discuss one of the biggest influences on modern sci-fi horror: Alien! To celebrate the upcoming release of Alien: Romulus, they'll be delving deep into the film that gave birth to a mega-franchise. From the original script to the talented concept artists and a new up-and-coming director, one Ridley Scott, they will cover it all! Remember, in space, no one can hear you scream, but we certainly hope you listen to this episode! | |||
| EP#135:The Mummy (1999) | 02 Jul 2024 | 00:47:52 | |
George and Charlie travel to the ancient city of Hamunaptra to take on The Mummy! To celebrate 25 years of the blockbuster action-adventure-romance-horror, they delve deep into Imotep's tomb, unveiling the long journey to screen for the beloved remake. The brothers discuss their love for break-out star Brendan Fraser, on-set challenges, top vfx and its release during the summer of 1999, holding up against the hype of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace and sleeper hit, The Matrix! Like, comment and please share! | |||
| EP#169 - Leon: The Professional | 03 Oct 2025 | 00:52:06 | |
In this episode, Charlie and George are rambling about retro 90s hit, Leon aka Leon: The Professional. Considering this was a film the boys have watched over the years again and again, gaining access to the fully uncut international version of the film has left them as traumatised as character Mathilda's neighbours! From scenes that should have probably remained on the cutting room floor, to the mesmerising Gary Oldman to answering the age-old question of is someone ever too old to get married. | |||
| EP134-Who Framed Roger Rabbit | 13 Jun 2024 | 01:24:05 | |
Charlie and George are reviewing "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" and are joined by special guest Em from the Verbal Diorama Podcast! They cover everything from the source novel, early tests, animation challenges and that good old Spielberg and Zemeckis magic! Em's passion for animation and movies in general made her a great guest. Listeners should check out her podcast with over 200 episodes on various film genres! verbaldiorama.com/iwannalisten | |||
| EP#131: Congo (1995) | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:47:42 | |
Charlie & George travel to the dangerous jungles of Central Africa to tackle cult 90s blockbuster oddity, Congo! It has all the ingredients for a blockbuster: based on a Michael Crichton novel, from the makers of Indiana Jones and Jurassic Park, creature effects by the late Stan Winston, and a diverse cast including a scenery (and sesame cake) devouring Tim Curry - but is it successful? Tune in to find out! Retro Ramble 2024 | |||
| EP#129: The Terminator (1984) | 30 Mar 2024 | 01:09:46 | |
Charlie and George travel back in time "about 40 years" to finally get around reviewing 1980s classic, The Terminator! A huge film for the brothers and many others, it's a deep dive into the low budget thriller that started a franchise, that likes it protagonist, cannot be stopped! One of the most important films of the decade, it made Arnold Schwarzenegger a bonafide star and introduced the world to James Cameron, the most successful director of all time! | |||
| EP128 - Drop Zone vs Terminal Velocity | 26 Feb 2024 | 00:52:21 | |
1994 gave us not one, but two skydiving action thrillers, so Charlie and George thought it was only fair to revisit, review and compare both Drop Zone and Terminal Velocity. It's Wesley Snipes vs Charlie Sheen. It's Gary B (that's Busey) vs the KG - Used to Be. There can only be one victor, but who are the boys backing? The results may surprise you! Need more 90s action in your ears? Why not check out our Sudden Death review, recently available exclusively on our Patreon channel, patreon.com/retroramble Need more 90 skydiving action in your ears - why not check out our Point Break review (way back in Episode 4!)? | |||
| EP126: Remembering Carl Weathers | 09 Feb 2024 | 00:12:39 | |
In this episode Charlie and George pay tribute to the actor Carl Weathers who sadly passed away. The boys remember the actor through the iconic roles he played during his career. | |||
| EP#125 Labyrinth 1986 | 26 Jan 2024 | 00:48:46 | |
Charlie and George navigate Jim Henson's Labyrinth for a slice of 1980s kid's fantasy nostalgia! There's much to discuss, from the script development, the music and ground-breaking puppetry but mostly the majestic and much-missed, David Bowie's Goblin King, Jareth! Be prepared for lots of bad Bowie impressions! | |||
| EP#123: Scrooged (1988) | 22 Dec 2023 | 00:51:44 | |
Charlie and George discover the true meaning of Christmas, with Scrooged! They're back in Richard Donner country, with the festive favourite that lured back Bill Murray to acting after an absence of several years! In a bit of a twist on Coulda Woulda Shoulda feature, we discuss the other big films from 1988 that Murray passed on to make this film - some are very surprising! So download, get comfy and have a listen - Yule love it! Merry Christmas! Retro Ramble 2023 | |||
| EP122 - Kill Bill Special with Andy Hughes | 30 Nov 2023 | 01:13:20 | |
Charlie and George are joined by returning guest Andy Hughes to discuss 20 years of Kill Bill! To celebrate they are revisiting "the whole bloody affair", which means both volumes 1 & 2! It's a bumper episode taking in first memories, soundtracks, iconic anime, elaborate fight choreography and a brief overview of all things Tarantino. There's also alternative casting in Coulda Woulda Shoulda, alternate cuts and mooted sequels/spin offs. Retro Ramble 2023 | |||
| EP120 - The Thing (1982) | 30 Oct 2023 | 01:06:26 | |
Charlie and George head to Antarctica to discuss the horror classic, John Carpenter's The Thing. They delve into the film's origins, its haunting Morricone score, Rob Bottin's ground-breaking practical effects, and several Suspicious Spin-Offs! Listeners can expect a healthy dose of paranoia, poor impressions, and fawning over Kurt Russell. If you're in the mood for more John Carpenter spookiness, make sure to check out their thoughts on Halloween (1978) and They Live! (1988) over on their Patreon channel at https://www.patreon.com/retroramble. | |||
| EP#118 - The Last Boy Scout (1991) | 29 Sep 2023 | 01:01:45 | |
Charlie and George are back in sweaty LA with a slick slice of early nineties action with The Last Boy Scout! Brought to us by a holy action quartet of star Bruce Willis, writer Shane Black, producer Joel Silver and director Tony Scott - explosive action (on and behind the camera) is guaranteed! We dive deep into this film's production and share some juicy behind-the-scenes facts. Plus, in our "Coulda Woulda Shoulda" segment, we'll be discussing some alternative casting choices that could have made this movie very different! But it's not all about our thoughts - we want to hear from you too! Let us know where The Last Boy Scout ranks on your list of favourite 80s/90s action movies. Don't be shy, let us know what Last Boy Scout means to you! Retro Ramble 2023 | |||
| EP#167 - The Living Daylights (1987) | 05 Sep 2025 | 01:07:24 | |
It's down, down to wire, as Charlie and George are back in Bond territory, tackling 1987's The Living Daylights! They discuss the debut of (the very underrated) Timothy Dalton and taking Bond back to his gritty roots. There are the typical Bond tropes to cover, including memorable action sequences, dastardly henchmen, and a synth-heavy John Barry score, amongst a very convoluted plot! So set your hopes up way too high - the living's in the way we diiiiiiiie! | |||
| EP#116: Octopussy Vs Never Say Never Again | 30 Aug 2023 | 01:25:15 | |
Charlie and George don their tuxedos to celebrate the 40th anniversary of two competing Bond films, Octopussy and Never Say Never Again! Features a behind-the-scenes discussion regarding the complicated ownership of James Bond rights in cinema, dating back decades. The hosts also compare the strengths and weaknesses of both films, including casting choices and production values. As always, expect a plethora of bad impressions! Further reading As discussed in the episode, we recommend all Bond fans check out the following books, which massively helped our research: Some Kind of Hero by Ajay Chowdhury and Matthew Field The Battle for Bond by Robert Sellers | |||
| EP#114: X-Men 2000 | 31 Jul 2023 | 01:02:27 | |
Charlie and George slip on the black leather jumpsuits for some naughties comic book action, X-Men! The first of a 13 film franchise and years before the birth of the MCU, there's much to discuss - years in development, script challenges, budget constraints and behind the scenes drama* As usual, there's alternative casting in Coulda Woulda Shoulda and plenty of Ian McKellen impressions. *For more insight to the drama here's the Hollywood Reporter article referenced in the episode https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/bryan-singers-traumatic-x-men-set-movie-created-a-monster-1305081/ | |||