Back to the Past Podcast

Kevin, Brad and Justin
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A retro pop culture podcast exploring 80s & 90s movies, cult classic cinema, nostalgic TV, toys, and gaming deep dives with Kevin, Brad, and Justin. Part of The Lions Den Podcast Network

  1. 6d ago

    Transformers: the Movie (1986)

    In 1986, Hasbro changed childhood forever by bringing The Transformers: The Movie to the big screen—and traumatizing an entire generation by killing off Optimus Prime. In this episode, we dive deep into the 1986 animated classic that bridged the gap between Season 2 and Season 3 of the original G1 series. Join us as we break down: The Voice Cast & Characters: From Orson Welles' final role as the planet-eating Unicron to Leonard Nimoy as Galvatron, plus Rodimus Prime, Megatron, Ultra Magnus, and Soundwave. The Traumatizing Plot Points: The Battle of Autobot City, the passing of the Matrix of Leadership, and the shocking character deaths that rewrote 80s pop culture. The Iconic Soundtrack: Vince DiCola's synth score, Stan Bush's "The Touch," and Weird Al Yankovic's "Dare to Be Stupid". Legacy & Nostalgia: Why this toy-selling feature film became a beloved cult classic, "more than meets the eye". Whether you're a die-hard Generation 1 fan or discovering Cybertron for the first time, light your darkest hour and hit play! For all things Back to the Past Podcast, including all of our social media links, topic suggestions and our shop full of great items (affiliate links), please visit us at BacktothePastPodcast.com! Please support our sponsors: Stark Roofing LLC AllStar Fence STL Granite Pros, LLC Comfortable Carla's Heating & Cooling Terri Anne The Moon & Back Photography and Doula Services Spanky's Tote Rental If you have any feedback or questions about The Lions Den Podcast Network, please email Spanky at: thelionsdenpodcast32@gmail.com Also please "Like" and DM The Lions Den Podcast Facebook Page here. You can also follow The Lions Den Podcast on: Instagram at @TheLionsDenPodcast TikTok at The Lions Den Podcast Feel free to DM us at The "2 Dumb Dads" Show Facebook Page.

  2. Aug 26

    Austin Powers International Man of Mystery

    "Groovy, baby, yeah!" Fire up the time machine and grab your velvet suit as we travel back to 1997 for Mike Myers' comedy classic Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery. We're breaking down the iconic catchphrases, Dr. Evil's devious laser schemes, and why this spy spoof still holds up today on the Back to the Past Podcast from the AllStar Fence STL Studios on the Lion's Den Podcast Network powered by Stark Roofing! Oh, behave! For all things Back to the Past Podcast, including all of our social media links, topic suggestions and our shop full of great items (affiliate links), please visit us at BacktothePastPodcast.com! Please support our sponsors: Stark Roofing LLC AllStar Fence STL Granite Pros, LLC Comfortable Carla's Heating & Cooling Terri Anne The Moon & Back Photography and Doula Services Spanky's Tote Rental If you have any feedback or questions about The Lions Den Podcast Network, please email Spanky at: thelionsdenpodcast32@gmail.com Also please "Like" and DM The Lions Den Podcast Facebook Page here. You can also follow The Lions Den Podcast on: Instagram at @TheLionsDenPodcast TikTok at The Lions Den Podcast

  3. Aug 12

    They Live

    "I came here to chew bubblegum and review movies... and I'm all out of bubblegum!" Grab your sunglasses and tune in as we break down John Carpenter's 1988 cult classic They Live, starring Rowdy Roddy Piper. From the legendary alleyway brawl to subliminal alien messages, we're exposing the truth on the Back to the Past Podcast from the AllStar Fence STL Studios on the Lion's Den Podcast Network powered by Stark Roofing! For all things Back to the Past Podcast, including all of our social media links, topic suggestions and our shop full of great items (affiliate links), please visit us at BacktothePastPodcast.com! Please support our sponsors: Stark Roofing LLC AllStar Fence STL Granite Pros, LLC Comfortable Carla's Heating & Cooling Terri Anne The Moon & Back Photography and Doula Services Spanky's Tote Rental If you have any feedback or questions about The Lions Den Podcast Network, please email Spanky at: thelionsdenpodcast32@gmail.com Also please "Like" and DM The Lions Den Podcast Facebook Page here. You can also follow The Lions Den Podcast on: Instagram at @TheLionsDenPodcast TikTok at The Lions Den Podcast

  4. Jul 29

    The Quick and the Dead - 1995

    Boomtown violence, kinetic camera work, and an absurdly stacked cast—this week we're diving into The Quick and the Dead (1995). Is it a comic-book pulp masterpiece or a stylish mess? We discuss Sharon Stone handpicking Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe, Gene Hackman's terrifying charm, and how Sam Raimi injected his signature comic-book kineticism into the classic Western genre. Tune in for hot takes, killer trivia, and plenty of quick-draw drama on the Back to the Past Podcast from the AllStar Fence STL Studios on the Lion's Den Podcast Network powered by Stark Roofing! For all things Back to the Past Podcast, including all of our social media links, topic suggestions and our shop full of great items (affiliate links), please visit us at BacktothePastPodcast.com! Please support our sponsors: Stark Roofing LLC AllStar Fence STL Granite Pros, LLC Comfortable Carla's Heating & Cooling Terri Anne The Moon & Back Photography and Doula Services If you have any feedback or questions about The Lions Den Podcast Network, please email Spanky at: thelionsdenpodcast32@gmail.com

  5. Jul 27

    Remembering actor Sam Neill

    On this special episode, we remember actor Sam Neill, who passed away on July 13, 2026 at the age of 79. Sam was best known to fans around the world for his role as Dr. Alan Grant in the film Jurassic Park, as well as a few of the following sequels. You can view his full filmography over on IMDB here.   For all things Back to the Past Podcast, including our social media links, where to leave feedback about this episode, share topic suggestions and our new shop full of great items (affiliate links), please visit us at BacktothePastPodcast.com! Please support our sponsors: Stark Roofing LLC AllStar Fence STL Granite Pros, LLC Comfortable Carla's Heating & Cooling Terri Anne The Moon & Back Photography and Doula Services Spanky's Tote Rental If you have any feedback or questions about The Lions Den Podcast Network, please email Spanky at: thelionsdenpodcast32@gmail.com Also please "Like" and DM The Lions Den Podcast Facebook Page here. You can also follow The Lions Den Podcast on: Instagram at @TheLionsDenPodcast TikTok at The Lions Den Podcast Feel free to DM us at The "2 Dumb Dads" Show Facebook Page.

  6. Jul 15

    My Cousin Vinny

    What do a leather jacket, a biological clock, and a pristine 1964 Buick Skylark have in common? They're all part of the greatest courtroom comedy ever made. This week, we're breaking down My Cousin Vinny. We talk about Joe Pesci's flawless comedic timing, Marisa Tomei's iconic, Oscar-winning performance, and why real-world lawyers still praise this movie for getting the law right. Slip into your finest metallic suit and let's get into it—no mud on the tires allowed. What's your favorite quote from the movie? Let us know in the reviews! For all things Back to the Past Podcast, including feedback, episode suggestions and even how to purchase your very own shirt, please visit BacktothePastPodcast.com! Please support our sponsors: Stark Roofing LLC AllStar Fence STL Pasta House in High Ridge Granite Pros, LLC Turner Tree Specialists Terri Anne The Moon & Back Photography and Doula Services If you have any feedback or questions, email - thelionsdenpodcast32@gmail.com Also please "Like" and DM The Lions Den Podcast Facebook Page here. You can also follow The Lions Den Podcast on: Instagram at @TheLionsDenPodcast TikTok at The Lions Den Podcast Feel free to DM us at The "2 Dumb Dads" Show Facebook Page.

  7. Jul 1

    More Than Meets the Wallet: Pops, Bots, and Battle Royales

    Is your living room looking less like a home and more like a pop-culture warehouse? This week, we're coming clean about our deepest, most dangerous collecting and gaming obsessions. We're diving headfirst into the high-stakes world of Transformers collecting—from vintage G1s to the newest Studio Series lines—before tackling the wall-to-wall madness of Funko Pop vinyl figures. Plus, we're talking about the endless itch to drop into the latest Fortnite island for just "one more match" (and the absolute addiction to buying v-bucks for skins). Grab your Energon, protect your shelves, and join us for a masterclass in hyper-fixation! We hope you enjoy this episode of the Back to the Past Podcast from the AllStar Fence STL Studios on the Lion's Den Podcast Network powered by Stark Roofing! For all things Back to the Past Podcast, including feedback, episode suggestions and even how to purchase your very own shirt, please visit BacktothePastPodcast.com! Please support our sponsors: Stark Roofing LLC AllStar Fence STL Pasta House in High Ridge Granite Pros, LLC Turner Tree Specialists Terri Anne The Moon & Back Photography and Doula Services If you have any feedback or questions, email - thelionsdenpodcast32@gmail.com Also please "Like" and DM The Lions Den Podcast Facebook Page here. You can also follow The Lions Den Podcast on: Instagram at @TheLionsDenPodcast TikTok at The Lions Den Podcast Feel free to DM us at The "2 Dumb Dads" Show Facebook Page.

  8. Jun 17

    Plastic Monsters, Pokemon Cards, and COG Consoles

    Is it still a hobby if your shelves are literally groaning under the weight of your collection? This week, we're coming clean about our deepest, most dangerous collecting obsessions. We're diving headfirst into the plastic void of Godzilla kaju, Metroid bounty hunters, Xenomorphs, and the neon grid of TRON. Plus, we're talking about the thrill (and heartbreak) of chasing holographic Pokémon card pulls and why we absolutely needed every single custom Gears of War console ever made. Grab your lancer, protect your deck, and join us for a masterclass in hyper-fixation! We hope you enjoy this episode of the Back to the Past Podcast from the AllStar Fence STL Studios on the Lion's Den Podcast Network powered by Stark Roofing! For all things Back to the Past Podcast, including feedback, episode suggestions and even how to purchase your very own shirt, please visit BacktothePastPodcast.com! Please support our sponsors: Stark Roofing LLC AllStar Fence STL Pasta House in High Ridge Granite Pros, LLC Turner Tree Specialists Terri Anne The Moon & Back Photography and Doula Services If you have any feedback or questions, email - thelionsdenpodcast32@gmail.com Also please "Like" and DM The Lions Den Podcast Facebook Page here. You can also follow The Lions Den Podcast on: Instagram at @TheLionsDenPodcast TikTok at The Lions Den Podcast Feel free to DM us at The "2 Dumb Dads" Show Facebook Page.

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A retro pop culture podcast exploring 80s & 90s movies, cult classic cinema, nostalgic TV, toys, and gaming deep dives with Kevin, Brad, and Justin. Part of The Lions Den Podcast Network

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  • Creator
    Kevin, Brad and Justin
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    78
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Back to the Past Podcast
  • Show Website
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