Retro AV Rewind: A podcast about retro anime and video games!

Vintage Macaroni
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The podcast where two millennial weebs dive headfirst into the nostalgia pool, armed with nothing but our love for old-school anime DVDs and VHS. We’re here to revisit the classics, the hidden gems, and the 'what were they thinking'?

  1. Bubblegum Crisis!

    10/09/2025

    Bubblegum Crisis!

    Vintage and Bridget discuss the 1987 anime series 'Bubblegum Crisis.' They cover the show’s characters, themes, standout moments, and music, and share their thoughts on its strengths and weaknesses. The episode also includes insights into the production history of the series, comparisons to similar media, and hopes for a modern reboot.  00:00 Introduction 01:11 Vacation Plans and Recent Activities 02:04 Silent Hill and Horror Games Discussion 05:44 Physical Media and Bubblegum Crisis Overview 08:26 Bubblegum Crisis: Origins and Influences 16:39 Character Analysis and Series Highlights 23:32 The Rise and Fall of a Series 24:16 Reboots and Character Designs 24:52 Themes and Plotlines 25:31 Favorite Songs and Soundtrack 26:54 Retro Anime Recommendations 28:51 Memorable Episodes and Characters 34:00 Animation and Style Evolution 42:17 Potential for a Modern Reboot 43:21 Final Thoughts and Ratings 47:26 Patreon Shoutouts and Conclusion Where to watch Bubblegum Crisis: YouTube Peacock Pluto TV Plex Darkroom Support us on Patreon! : https://www.patreon.com/RetroAVRewind Watch us on YouTube! : https://www.youtube.com/@RetroAVRewind Our super cute and fun theme song is by the talented Aaliyah Zionov instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babyzionov/ bandcamp: https://babyzionov.bandcamp.com/ Our super cool mecha artwork is by the amazing duo at Oliver Artwork instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliver_artwork/ Send us a text

    50 min
  2. Macross: Do You Remember Love?

    10/02/2025

    Macross: Do You Remember Love?

    Vintage and Bridget celebrate recording in a professional studio for the first time! They reflect on their journey over the last year of podcasting, overcoming nerves and gaining confidence. They also talk about the iconic retro anime film Macross: Do You Remember Love? They delve into the plot, character dynamics, and the cinematic achievements of the film. 00:00 Intro 00:39 Using the Gift Certificate 01:07 Overcoming Initial Nerves 02:23 Podcasting Journey and Growth 06:04 Panel Experiences and Challenges 09:04 Discussing Macross: Do You Remember Love? 25:52 Awkward Moments 27:08 Crash Landing on Earth 27:32 Heroic Sacrifice 28:31 Stranded on Earth 28:48 Love Triangle Dynamics 32:25 Rescue and Reunion 40:35 Final Battle and Cultural Revelation 41:44 Reflecting on the Film's Impact 45:58 Upcoming Episode and Patreon Shoutouts 48:24 Closing  Things Mentioned: Studio Podcast Suites: https://studiopodcastsuites.com/  BIZBROS: https://www.instagram.com/bizbrosco/ Macross: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_Dimension_Fortress_Macross Robotech: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robotech_(TV_series) Where to watch Macross: Do You Remember Love? -YouTube -The Internet Archive https://archive.org/ -Amazon Support us on Patreon! : https://www.patreon.com/RetroAVRewind Watch us on YouTube! : https://www.youtube.com/@RetroAVRewind Our super cute and fun theme song is by the talented Aaliyah Zionov instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babyzionov/ bandcamp: https://babyzionov.bandcamp.com/ Our super cool mecha artwork is by the amazing duo at Oliver Artwork instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliver_artwork/ Send us a text Support the show

    51 min
  3. Aura Battler Dunbine!

    09/25/2025

    Aura Battler Dunbine!

    Vintage and Bridget discuss their lives, including Bridget's baking business. They delve into the challenges of overstimulation and health recovery after events. The conversation shifts to Vintage's experience at DragonCon. The main focus of the episode is a review of the anime 'Aura Battler Dunbine,' where they critique its animation quality, cultural insensitivity, and overall execution. Have you seen Aura Battler Dunbine and love it? Have you seen the subtitled version and it's completely different as the dubbed version? Let us know! 00:00 Intro 02:41 Bridget's Baking Business and Busy Life 05:13 Conventions and Overstimulation 08:16 Health and Recovery After Conventions 10:59 Dragon Con Experience and Ticket Pickup 13:58 Market Experiences and Food Adventures 16:31 Parking Drama and Social Interactions 19:50 Shopping Adventures 27:43 Introduction to Aura Battler Dunbine 33:28 Reviewing Aura Battler Dunbine's Characters and Animation 38:24 Visual Design and Animation Quality 40:24 Comparative Analysis of Anime 43:48 Cultural Impact and Obscurity 45:52 Final Thoughts and Recommendations Things/People Mentioned: Bridget Bakes: https://www.instagram.com/bridgetbakesjax/ Sailor Scouts of Jacksonville:https://www.instagram.com/sailorscoutsjax/ Gravity Falls Stickers: https://www.instagram.com/bornasin/ Squirrel Girl & Invisible Woman Stickers: https://www.instagram.com/nellaandpendragon/ Murray Bros. Caddyshack: https://mbcshack.com/ Lotte Market:https://www.lotteplaza.com/ New World Food Market: https://www.facebook.com/p/New-World-Food-Market-and-Restaurant-100078964903833/ Ebisu: https://www.instagram.com/ebisujax Circle Japan: https://www.instagram.com/circlejapan_/ Jax Oriental Market: https://www.instagram.com/jaxorientalmarket/ RD International Market: https://rdinternationalmarketjax.com/ Asian Night Market: https://www.instagram.com/asiannightmarketjax/ Garzey's Wing: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garzey%27s_Wing Where to watch Aura Battler Dunbine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SAc5U3iUzg&list=PLdmj9msT3KMYE530MNpH2raY9vO_Tm2tP Support us on Patreon! : https://www.patreon.com/RetroAVRewind Watch us on YouTube! : https://www.youtube.com/@RetroAVRewind Our super cute and fun theme song is by the talented Aaliyah Zionov instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babyzionov/ bandcamp: https://babyzionov.bandcamp.com/ Our super cool mecha artwork is by the amazing duo at Oliver Artwork instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliver_artwork/ Send us a text Support the show

    58 min
  4. Beast King GoLion with The Direct Edition!

    09/18/2025

    Beast King GoLion with The Direct Edition!

    Vintage and Bridget welcome their special guest, The Direct Edition. They discuss the anime, Beast King GoLion, and its American adaptation, Voltron. The Direct Edition shares insights about his podcasting journey, community involvement, and love for comic books and gaming. The trio also play a fun game of 'Um, Actually' focusing on comic book and Marvel movie trivia. 00:00 Welcome to Retro AV Rewind 00:32 Special Guest Introduction 01:13 Podcasting Journey and Tips 11:38 Comic Books and Gaming Passion 16:27 Community Service and Impact 23:24 Retro Anime Discussion: Beast King GoLion 37:28 Discussing Voltron's Appeal 37:57 Voltron Toys and Merchandise 38:57 Voltron's Legacy and Reboots 39:43 Comparing Voltron and Beast King GoLion 42:47 Recommending Beast King Go Lion 48:09 Comic Book Trivia Game 01:00:46 Marvel Movie Trivia 01:10:55 Final Thoughts and Social Media Plugs Things/People Mentioned: The Direct Edition: https://www.instagram.com/thedirectedition/ https://www.instagram.com/i_am_a_nerd_podcast_/ https://www.instagram.com/wanna_play_dandd/ Extra Life: https://www.extra-life.org/home https://www.instagram.com/extralifejax/ GAAM: https://ilovegaam.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ilovegaam/ Where to watch Beast King GoLion: https://www.crunchyroll.com/series/GR3VK50W6/go-lion Where to watch Voltron: Find it on YouTube Support us on Patreon! : https://www.patreon.com/RetroAVRewind Our super cute and fun theme song is by the talented Aaliyah Zionov instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babyzionov/ bandcamp: https://babyzionov.bandcamp.com/ Our super cool mecha artwork is by the amazing duo at Oliver Artwork instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliver_artwork/ Send us a text Support the show

    1h 14m
  5. The History of Mecha

    09/11/2025

    The History of Mecha

    Vintage and Bridget celebrate the launch of Season Three of their podcast, reflecting on their journey over the past year. They share personal updates, discuss their preparations for Dragon Con, and dive into the fascinating history of mecha anime, highlighting the impact of  Gundam and the complex themes introduced by Evangelion. They express excitement for exploring more mecha content together and invite listeners to join them on this adventure. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to Season Three! 00:57 Reflecting on One Year of Podcasting 02:19 The Journey of Growth and Comfort 03:17 Exciting Plans for Merch and Artwork 04:02 Personal Updates: Jobs and Pets 05:21 Dragon Con Preparations 09:00 Memories from Past Conventions 11:12 Future Convention Plans and Experiences 16:38 Nerd Culture and Events in Jacksonville 19:38 Reconnecting with Old Friends 21:11 Exciting Life Updates 21:46 Introduction to Season Three: The Mecha Season 22:34 Exploring the World of Mecha 24:40 The History of Mecha 27:56 The Evolution of Mecha in Anime 31:37 The Impact of Mobile Suit Gundam 37:00 Gundam Models and Their Cultural Significance 37:12 Gundam Models and Recycling Innovations 38:55 The Popularity of Gundam and Its Cultural Impact 39:44 Exploring Macross: Love Triangles and Battles 43:20 The Evolution of Mecha Anime: From the 70s to 90s 49:43 The Decline of Mecha Anime: Current Trends and Theories 54:57 The Future of Mecha: Enduring Themes and New Directions 59:11 Celebrating One Year: Community and Future Plans Things/People Mentioned: Michael Glass Photographer: https://www.instagram.com/glasscreativeco/ Amanda at Golden Halo Body Arts:  https://www.instagram.com/goldenhalobodyarts/ https://www.instagram.com/blackbirdadornments/ HelloVet: https://www.hellovetjax.com/ DragonCon: https://www.dragoncon.org/ Ancient City Con: https://www.ancientcitycon.com/ Gwar: https://gwar.net Gunpla: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gunpla Gundam: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gundam Neon Genesis Evangelion: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neon_Genesis_Evangelion Mazinger Z Theme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SyRoF689VRE Support us on Patreon! : https://www.patreon.com/RetroAVRewind Our super cute and fun theme song is by the talented Aaliyah Zionov instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babyzionov/ bandcamp: https://babyzionov.bandcamp.com/ Our super cool mecha artwork is by the amazing duo at Oliver Artwork instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliver_artwork/ Send us a text Support the show

    1h 8m
  6. Summertime Favorites Super Special!

    07/31/2025

    Summertime Favorites Super Special!

    Vintage and Bridget reconnect after a summer break, sharing personal updates, including birthday celebrations, tattoos, and concert experiences. They announce the theme for Season 3, discuss nostalgic films, and explore their current interests in movies, tv, and books. The conversation highlights their podcasting journey, the challenges of content creation, and the importance of self-discipline in a digital age. 00:00 Welcome Back and Summer Reflections 02:46 Season 3 Theme Announcement 05:27 Celebrating Birthdays and Personal Milestones 11:04 Exploring Nostalgia Through Film 16:36 Concert Experiences and Live Performances 22:42 Halloween Party Vibes 23:24 Concert Experiences and Fan Interactions 25:03 K-Pop and Personal Growth Themes 27:19 Book Recommendations and Nostalgia 30:20 Social Media and Reading Habits 34:05 Creative Journey and Podcasting Insights Things/People Mentioned: Shrimple Tattoos https://www.instagram.com/shrimple.tattoos/ Norman Studios https://normanstudios.org/ Dice Garden https://www.instagram.com/dice_garden/ Cummer Museum https://www.cummermuseum.org/ Ghost https://ghost-official.com/ KPop Demon Hunters (2025) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KPop_Demon_Hunters Here Come The Mummies https://herecomethemummies.com/ Dungeon Crawler Carl https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dungeon_Crawler_Carl Audiobook https://soundbooththeater.com/series/dungeon-crawler-carl/ Anne of Green Gables https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_of_Green_Gables Red Dead Redemption 2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Dead_Redemption_2 The Gilded Age https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Gilded_Age_(TV_series) Split Fiction https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Split_Fiction Murderbot https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murderbot_(TV_series) Hacks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hacks_(TV_series) JPU Camp https://jaxpodcastersunited.com/upcoming-meetups/ Canvas Rebel Interview https://canvasrebel.com/meet-vintage-macaroni-and-bridget-rulz/ Support us on Patreon! : https://www.patreon.com/RetroAVRewind Our super cute and fun theme song is by the talented Aaliyah Zionov instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babyzionov/ bandcamp: https://babyzionov.bandcamp.com/ Our perfect and beautiful Artwork is by the amazing Ez Blossom instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ezblossom_/ Send us a text Support the show

    49 min
  7. MomoCon 2025 Summer Super Special!

    06/05/2025

    MomoCon 2025 Summer Super Special!

    Vintage Macaroni and Bridget share their experiences at MomoCon 2025, discussing the vibrant atmosphere, engaging panels, and the incredible cosplays they encountered. They reflect on personal growth, the joy of connecting with the community, and their plans for future conventions and content. The conversation highlights the importance of conventions in reigniting passion and creativity. Special Thank you to MomoCon for letting us do a panel and giving us press passes! Chapters 00:00 Welcome to MomoCon: A New Experience 02:22 The Energy of the Crowd 05:04 Cosplay Highlights and Impressions 07:57 Memorable Encounters and Experiences 10:37 Reflections on Personal Growth 13:18 Shopping Adventures at MomoCon 16:07 Future Plans and Exciting Announcements Also, thank you to the few people that let us interview them! Here is where to find them: Kyoshi: https://www.instagram.com/xokyoshi/                https://beacons.ai/xokyoshi Kon: https://www.instagram.com/squishypenguin17/ Kan: https://www.instagram.com/denpasei/                                                                               https://www.etsy.com/shop/Denpasei          https://linktr.ee/denpasei Aria: https://www.instagram.com/ariaislight/ Hoshi: https://www.tiktok.com/@hoshigaki.143 Things/People Mentioned: MomoCon: https://www.momocon.com/ Swery: https://www.instagram.com/swery65/ Suda: https://www.instagram.com/goichisuda/ Empress Jasmine: https://www.instagram.com/empressjasmine/ Magical Girl Stamp Rally Artists: https://www.instagram.com/yumitsangart/ https://www.instagram.com/kittykaya.kawaii/ https://www.instagram.com/peitrisha/ https://www.instagram.com/jiadoesart/ https://www.instagram.com/amayasin_/ https://www.instagram.com/popoalu/ Support us on Patreon! : https://www.patreon.com/RetroAVRewind Our super cute and fun theme song is by the talented Aaliyah Zionov instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babyzionov/ bandcamp: https://babyzionov.bandcamp.com/ Our perfect and beautiful Artwork is by the amazing Ez Blossom instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ezblossom_/ Send us a text Support the show

    27 min
  8. Season 2 Finale! Madoka Magica with The World is My Burrito Podcast

    05/15/2025

    Season 2 Finale! Madoka Magica with The World is My Burrito Podcast

    In this episode of Retro AV Rewind, Bridget and Vintage are joined by guest Kory from The World is my Burrito Podcast to discuss the darker themes of the magical girl anime Madoka Magica. They explore Kory's journey into anime and photography, the welcoming nature of the anime community, and the impact of conventions. The conversation delves into Kory's photography experiences, particularly in Iceland, and how he captures the essence of moments at conventions. As they transition into discussing Madoka Magica, they analyze its subversion of typical magical girl tropes, the complex character of Kyubey, and the overarching themes of hope, despair, and sacrifice. The episode concludes with reflections on the series' impact and the anticipation of upcoming films related to the story. In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore various themes surrounding magical girl anime, the significance of tragic stories, and delve into trivia related to Kaiju films. They discuss the cultural impact of series like He-Man and She-Ra, the nuances of Cloverfield, and the unique perspective offered by the film Colossal. The episode wraps up with insights into upcoming projects and collaborations, highlighting the hosts' passion for anime and pop culture. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests 05:58 Conventions and Community in the Creative Space 08:55 Photography Passion and Iceland Adventures 12:02 Capturing Convention Energy Through Photography 15:00 Accidental Photography Success Stories 18:05 The Florida Creative Community 21:03 Photography Style and Fictional Worlds 23:59 Exploring Madoka Magica: Initial Reactions 27:06 Themes of Hope, Despair, and Sacrifice 30:00 The Role of Kyubey: Villain or Neutral? 33:07 Challenging the Magical Girl Stereotype 36:31 Character Analysis and Emotional Depth 41:22 Exploring Themes of Sacrifice and Loneliness 46:55 The Faustian Nature of the Story 50:19 Artistry and Impact of the Series 54:55 Final Thoughts and Ratings 57:39 Revisiting Magical Girl Series 59:59 Trivia Time: Kaiju Edition 01:06:01 Exploring Iconic Kaiju Characters 01:09:58 The Legacy of Godzilla and Friends 01:11:15 Technical Difficulties and Trivia Fun 01:12:10 Nostalgia for Classic Games and Movies 01:13:30 Exploring Board Games and Kaiju Culture 01:14:15 Pokémon and Kaiju Inspirations 01:15:55 Found Footage Films and Their Impact 01:17:40 Cloverfield and Its Legacy 01:18:31 Kaiju Movies and Modern Perspectives 01:19:39 Upcoming Projects and Collaborations 01:20:01 Wrap-Up and Future Plans Where to find Kory: The World is My Burrito Podcast https://www.twimbpodcast.com/ Photography https://www.ktorjussenphotography.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/twimbpodcast/                     https://www.instagram.com/ktorjussenphotography/ Support us on Patreon! : https://www.patreon.com/RetroAVRewind Our super cute and fun theme song is by the talented Aaliyah Zionov instagram: https://www.instagram.com/babyzionov/ bandcamp: https://babyzionov.bandcamp.com/ Our perfect and beautiful Artwork is by the amazing Ez Blossom instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ezblossom_/ Send us a text

    1h 27m
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The podcast where two millennial weebs dive headfirst into the nostalgia pool, armed with nothing but our love for old-school anime DVDs and VHS. We’re here to revisit the classics, the hidden gems, and the 'what were they thinking'?

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