Retro Rewind Podcast

Francisco X. Ruiz

We review movies and games that are 15+ years old and let you know if they are worth your time today. www.firejoystudios.com

  1. "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" or: "You Lose! Good Day, Sir!"

    2 DAYS AGO

    "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" or: "You Lose! Good Day, Sir!"

    Ep. 344 - Review of 1985's Sci-fi Drama: "Cocoon" Since Florida already had a case of a boy missing time in a spaceship, we decided to head back to the sunshine state to see if some old folks were using aliens to skip time altogether! Listen to find out if the 80s flick "Cocoon" is worth your time, or should be skipped. Episode Time Stamps 00:07:41 Roundtable 00:14:33 Likes 00:34:26 Trivia 00:41:25 Dislikes 01:07:04 Final Rating 01:14:50 Thank Yous This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.firejoystudios.com/subscribe

    1hr 23min
  2. "The Last Samurai" or: " I Have Never Seen Such Discipline"

    8 APR

    "The Last Samurai" or: " I Have Never Seen Such Discipline"

    Ep. 345 - Review of 2003's Action Drama: "The Last Samurai" April 8th, 2026. This will not be the final entry of the RRP crew, as long as we maintain our honor. But will it be the last time we watch 2000's The Last Samurai, or will we honor it with many more viewings? Listen to find out. Episode Time Stamps Roundtable 00:06:33 Likes 00:14:20 Trivia 00:35:48 Dislikes 00:45:28 Final Rating 01:25:10 Outros 01:30:53 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.firejoystudios.com/subscribe

    1hr 37min
  3. "Cocoon" or: "Put down that cocoon!"

    25 MAR

    "Cocoon" or: "Put down that cocoon!"

    Ep. 344 - Review of 1985's Sci-fi Drama: "Cocoon" Since Florida already had a case of a boy missing time in a spaceship, we decided to head back to the sunshine state to see if some old folks were using aliens to skip time altogether! Listen to find out if the 80s flick "Cocoon" is worth your time, or should be skipped. Episode Time Stamps 00:07:41 Roundtable 00:14:33 Likes 00:34:26 Trivia 00:41:25 Dislikes 01:07:04 Final Rating 01:14:50 Thank Yous This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.firejoystudios.com/subscribe

    1hr 20min
  4. "Escape from New York" or: "Call me Snake"

    11 MAR

    "Escape from New York" or: "Call me Snake"

    Ep. 343 - Review of 1981's Action Thriller: "Escape from New York" Air Force One has crashed in NYC and it's up to the RRP crew to search for the President of 1997. Will we find it all made for a great escape, or did we end up rolling snake eyes? Listen to our review of 81's Escape from New York. Episode Time Stamps Roundtable 00:07:29 Likes 00:13:21 Trivia 00:34:13 Dislikes 00:42:44 Final Rating 01:11:29 Outros 01:20:22 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.firejoystudios.com/subscribe

    1hr 25min
  5. "The Princess Diaries" or: "Shut...Up!"

    25 FEB

    "The Princess Diaries" or: "Shut...Up!"

    Ep. 342 - Review of 2001's Family Comedy: "The Princess Diaries" Genovia is not so much the land we call our home, more so the place we will roam to determine if 2001's The Princess Diaries is still a film worth visiting today. Listen to find out what we think. Episode Time Stamps 00:06:57 Roundtable 00:12:09 Likes 00:27:21 Trivia 00:37:40 Dislikes 01:10:46 Final Rating 01:17:43 Thank Yous This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.firejoystudios.com/subscribe

    1hr 21min
  6. "Enter the Dragon" or: "The Art of Fighting Without Fighting"

    11 FEB

    "Enter the Dragon" or: "The Art of Fighting Without Fighting"

    Ep. 341 - Review of 1973's Martial Arts Thriller: "Enter the Dragon" The RRP crew are on their way to a mysterious island to compete in a tournament to the death. Does this 70s martial arts flick still have a dragon's hoard of cinematic treasure, or should we just exit this island? Listen to find out. Episode Time Stamps Roundtable 00:10:00 Likes 00:15:16 Trivia 00:48:54 Dislikes 01:00:22 Final Rating 01:37:27 Outros 01:44:26 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.firejoystudios.com/subscribe

    1hr 52min
  7. "Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story" or: "If You Can Dodge a Wrench, You Can Dodge a Ball"

    28 JAN

    "Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story" or: "If You Can Dodge a Wrench, You Can Dodge a Ball"

    Ep. 340 - Review of 2004's Sports Comedy: "Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story" With the new year going it's time to get back in shape, but will we workout at Globo Gym or Average Joes? And more importantly, has the film "Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story" stayed in shape, or should it stay down like it took a wrench to the face? Ashley and Tony join Paul and Francisco to discuss. Episode Time Stamps 00:07:17 Roundtable 00:11:20 Likes 00:31:08 Trivia 00:35:59 Dislikes 01:06:25 Final Rating 01:13:43 Thank Yous This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.firejoystudios.com/subscribe

    1hr 20min
  8. Retro Recap: 2025

    17/12/2025

    Retro Recap: 2025

    Special episode going over podcast numbers, notes, highs, lows, and your feedback. In this special episode, Francisco and Paul recap 2025 through the lens of the show. We chat about podcast milestones like hitting year 14, and hearing from you the listeners’ responses to our recent survey. We also have a big update to our support tiers. Finally we get sappy with heartfelt thanks from and to the community! Episode Time Stamps 00:03:08 - Podcast Numbers & Notes 00:17:02 - Most Downloaded Episodes 00:25:07 - Least Downloaded Episodes 00:35:38 - Listener Survey Responses 00:51:41 - Reflux Capacitor Changes This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.firejoystudios.com/subscribe

    1hr 14min
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We review movies and games that are 15+ years old and let you know if they are worth your time today. www.firejoystudios.com

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  • Creator
    Francisco X. Ruiz
  • Years Active
    2012 - 2026
  • Episodes
    325
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Francisco Ruiz
  • Show Website
    Retro Rewind Podcast