The Daily Daze Pacario
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Intended for the discerning but time-strapped gamer, The Daily Daze is meant to provide news and wisdom concerning the various facets of geek culture and the entertainment industry. Each episode strives to cover something unique, interesting, and/or just a little controversial.
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Video Games vs. The Human Imagination: Do Modern, Hyper-Detailed Games Block Our Ability to Imagine Beyond the Obvious?
One’s imagination is precious--it's the tool one uses to visualize the spoken, the inferred, the otherwise unseen. But do modern games, what with their HD photorealism...rob people of this fundamental, very human ability? Maybe games don't need to be quite so...on the nose.Visit www.lostnostalgia.com for more old-school goodness.Thanks to Decktonic for the tune.
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Donkey Kong '94: Why Hasn't Nintendo Remade the Forsaken Game Boy Classic?
Nintendo loves remaking and remastering its ancient games, including the 2024 rerelease of Mario vs. Donkey Kong. But with all the reboots and redos, why doesn't the Big N bring back the ape's best--the Game Boy's phenomenal Donkey Kong '94? Isn't it time to revisit this tragically neglected classic?Please visit www.lostnostalgia.com for more critical thought and retrospection on all things vintage.Thanks to Decktonic for the music.
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Martinet vs. Mario: After 29 Years, Why Did Nintendo Surprise-Retire Charles Martinet, the World-Recognized Voice Actor?
For nearly 29 years, Charles Martinet had provided Nintendo's Super Mario with his iconic voice. All the "wahoos" and "mama mias" came courtesy of the actor's style and invention. In a very real sense, Martinet was Mario; he'd become the face of the world-recognized star. And that, perhaps, was exactly the problem. In 2023, The Big N "retired" Martinet in favor of an unknown performer with little experience...leaving fans sad and plenty baffled. Why did Nintendo drop its long-running celebrity? The reasons are one of jealousy and money; as this episode explores, no servant shall rise above his master.Please visit www.lostnostalgia.com for more critical thought and retrospection on all things vintage.Thanks to Decktonic for the music.
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Mario's Movie vs. Mario's Mythos - The Super Mario Bros. Movie Analyzed
The Super Mario Bros. Movie is a huge hit, but the fans must decide--does it support, or subvert, the character's lore and legacy? Mr. Pacario compares the film with Mario's (once?) accepted origin, examining the complements and contradictions between the classic canon and its big-screen counterpart. The fairy tale versus the blockbuster, essentially...Swing by www.lostnostalgia.com for more thoughtful perspectives and retrospectives on the world of popular art and lost media, the niche and nostalgic, plus everything in-between!Thanks to decktonic.com for the opening/closing tune!
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Pondering Ponyo - A Masterful Production With Some Masterful Problems
The illustrious Studio Ghibli is one of the industry's preeminent leaders in theatrical anime, and standing at its center is the legendary animator and director, Hayao Miyazaki. Indeed, his name is almost synonymous with the studio itself thanks to his many mesmerizing films, from the whimsical My Neighbor Totoro to the sometimes grim and violent Princess Mononoke. But one work stands apart from his others--not because it's the best, but because it's the weirdest. And most inexplicable. And maybe...just maybe...a little bit flawed. For this podcast, we examine the beautifully rendered but often nonsensical, Ponyo. Does it honor the Ghibli brand? Or is this film just too fishy for its own good?Please visit www.lostnostalgia.com for more anime, gaming, and retro goodness!Thanks to decktonic.com for the bumper music
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Pocky and Rocky Reshrined Review: The Classic Gets a Second Chance
Not known for its shooters, the Super Nintendo still hosted one of the greatest shoot 'em ups of the 16-bit age--the inimitable Pocky and Rocky. The game's obscure status, however, meant that millions missed experiencing this sublime romp...until now, that is. Thanks to developer Natsume, the series returns as Pocky and Rocky Reshrined, a remake/sequel hybrid ready to be played by a new generation of gamers. But, is it still good? That's, hmmm, a complicated question.
Customer Reviews
Fast Nostalgia Blast
The show changes a bit each week, being about various different things--sometimes, not even pertaining to gaming! But that's what makes it unpredictable and, usually, pretty fun! An easy download.
Decent Bite-Sized Show
The show varies from week to week, but at its best, it's worth a listen. I do enjoy the Great Gamer quizzes!