Neostalgia

It's our 100th episode spectacular! We've got an extra long episode with some great listener emails about our favorite podcast moments, how Neopets ruined a friend group, and an incredible Taylor Swift/Neopets mashup. Plus: facts learned on Neopets, songs that defined your childhood, the UC Pet Survey, and more!

Content note: The audio for this episode is not up to our usual standards and we apologize for that. Somehow, the audio from Caroline's mic was not recorded so we had to use the audio from Hannah's mic only. You can hear both of us talking but Caroline is much quieter (and you may also hear Hannah drinking her Coke Zero). In this episode, we recap our Halloween adventures on and off the...

Happy October! In this episode, we recap the recent pet days then discuss the addition of two factor authentication, the latest editorial, and the (false) rumor that Neopets is shutting down. We also read some great listener emails, talk a lot about horror movies, and feature a couple of classic spooky foods! Links: Neopian Times Editorial #970 Neopets Over The Years (YouTube video) Hungry! Fast F...

In this episode, we express our deep disappointment and frustration with TNT for releasing YET ANOTHER mobile game survey! Plus, a puzzling acquisition announcement, our reactions to the latest pet colors and outfits, and some quintessential fall items.

In this episode, we chat about the Steampunk Grundo, security updates, and the latest editorial. We've also got two listener emails - one that confirms the "Blue Pteri Theory" and another that shares some truly incredible Neopets PowerPoint presentations. Plus: ideas for future plushies, our childhood role models, and how Neopians really feel about Faerie's Hope! Links: StackPa...

We're back with an extra long episode! We discuss the new pet colors and outfits, including the controversial Toy Meerca, and give you an update on the data breach and (unfortunately) the Neopets Metaverse. Plus: we read listener mail (including a compelling argument about which Neopet is the #1 Millennial Pet) and talk about business simulation video games, a tough existential question, and...

In this episode, we spend the first 20 minutes discussing movies we've seen lately and birthday freebies (oops). Then we speed through the 5(!) most recent pet days before getting to the main topic - the Neopets data breach! We also have an intriguing business proposition, more user designs for pets, and a Neopets version of an iconic fanfic. Plus, we talk about which Muppet we're most l...

In this episode - after talking for about 20 minutes about what we've watched recently (including Baz Luhrmann's ELVIS), we cover the latest pet days and the exciting reveal of Mirsha Grelinek's girlfriend! Then we recap the final Altador Cup results and (lightly) dig into the surrounding controversy. Plus: some tasty user paintbrush ideas, talking about Neopets with your therapist,...

Hello again, friends! We hope you've been taking care of yourselves and staying hydrated. We have a new episode for you with some hot Nimmo takes, an "Altador Cupdate", and some delightful listener emails. Plus: contenders for the "rawest image on Neopets", Gross Food that's not so gross, and Wheel of Monotony boyfriends! Links: Neopian Times Editorial #962 The Progre...

This year's Altador Cup has officially begun, but neither of us are very excited about it. We bemoan the event's shortcomings, recap the latest pet days, and read some incredible listener emails. Plus: an update on Caroline's Scourge of the Lab Jellies journey! Links: Fountain of Pride petpage (LGBTQIA+ directory) "A Cry For Custard" petpage (Custard pet designs)

It's our Altador Cup kickoff episode, and boy, do we have a lot to say!! But first, we've got two equally important personal updates to share and (unfortunately) more Neopets Metaverse news to discuss. Plus: listener mail, unpopular movie opinions, and some inconsequential confessions! Links: Chanty's "Aquatic Neopets as Maraquan Colour" Project TNT Statement Regarding NFT...

We've got a brand new episode for you, with our hot takes on the new pet colors, Neopian Times editorial highlights, and a recap of the charity art auction. Plus: a listener email takes us through the rollercoaster of DUCK trading, an important PSA about Flash games, and we reminisce about some favorite childhood books. Links: User designs for Toy pets Latest Neopian Times editorial (#960) Ne...

In this episode, we catch up on the latest "beta" update, various pet days, Festival of Neggs, select editorial questions, mysterious TikToks, and more! We've also got a bunch of listener emails about Flash games, paintbrush combos, the Darigan Lutari, a great Reddit thread, and a question that takes us on multiple tangents. Links: Neopets Beta Release Notes Neopian Times editorial...

In this episode, we cover April Fools jokes, UC pet glitches, and...new Neopets trading cards? Plus: the return of an old segment! Links: Customisation Glitches (Jellyneo article) DungDash announcement Article about the Neopets TCG launch Latest Neopian Times editorial (#957) Scourge of the Lab Jellies (Jellyneo game guide)

In this episode, we recap Scorchio Day and Illusen Day happenings and talk about the Chomby in the room (aka the Tyrannian Chomby redesign). Unfortunately, we do have some updates on the Neopets Metaverse. On the other hand, we also have a couple nice featured items (for once), some creative ideas for 8-Bit pets, and an incredible email from Kirsten! Links: Chomby Day Update (Jellyneo) 3D Visuals...

In this episode, we cover the new colors and outfits for Gelerts and Unis, a spicy question in the editorial, and some food-related boards posts. Plus: an avatar achievement, some delightful listener mail, and Hannah informs Caroline about a possible spider-pocalypse!* *Arachnophobes - skip 13:15 to 16:45 Links: Latest Neopian Times editorial (#955) Random Spontaneous Poetry Special User designs f...

In this episode: our takes on a plethora of new pet colors & outfits, UC news in the Editorial, and not one, but TWO Neopets-themed Wordle games! Plus, we discuss an unexpectedly wholesome exchange on the boards, which Neopets are the easiest to forget about, and two truly horrifying items! Links: The Tenth Annual Neopies Latest Neopian Times Editorial (Issue #954) Jordle (with Jordie!) WORDne...

In this episode, we cover Kacheek Day, Zafara Day, and the surprise return of the Neopies! We also discuss the mixed messages about game conversion coming from the Neopian Times editorial and how apparently the first gay character in Neopets canon will be appearing in...Island Builders? Plus, more on the Neopets Metaverse roadmap and an exciting Avatar Adventure! Links: TNT's Kacheek Day twee...

In this episode, we dig into the latest Neopian Times editorial and the shocking news that apparently no more games are being converted?!? We also discuss Funko Pops, Wordle, and our least favorite petpets. Plus, a listener blows our minds with their recent Neopets realization!

We regret to inform you that despite our best efforts, Jumpstart has released another match-3 game (sigh). Of course we cover the beta rollout of the game, as well as new Neopets merch and a small faerie-related controversy. Plus, we read listener mail, share our takes on the terrifying new Buzz color, weigh in on a debate about whether Aishas have fur, and more! Links: Scrapped Pets - Jellyneo&ap...

Happy New Year, Neostalgians! We're starting 2022 with a bang, discussing some memorable Advent Calendar moments, the release of purchasable pet slots in the NC Mall, and a shady survey from the Neopets Metaverse team. Plus, avatar updates and some new Neopets goals! Links: Neopets Fun Images Avatar Reset FAQ Burlap Kau Propaganda

In our "holiday" episode,  we present you with our hot takes on the egregious Steampunk Usul & the not-so-Stealthy Xweetok, some user ideas for avatars, and praise for the advent calendar. Plus, we discuss the new plushies and some festive featured items! Links: EZ Things TNT Can Do But For Some Reason Haven't Avatar Ideas Buddy Icon Avatars

This episode contains what is hopefully our last update on Neopets NFTs. We discuss how only about 20% of the original amount of NFTs were sold, how ugly and messed up the NFTs ended up looking, and some serious allegations from Dress to Impress. We also cover the new roadmap survey, the site's 22nd birthday, and the new plushies - including a mystery plushie that (post-recording) has been id...

We're in the New York Times! We share the backstory on how this happened and cover Korbat Day, Halloween, and the upcoming Neopets NFT launch. We also read some listener mail, which leads to us discussing Survivor (spoilers for last week's episode), a creepy Neogreeting, and more! Links: New York Times article by Madeleine Morley Neopets Metaverse launch announcement Jellyneo post on the...

It's our Halloween episode - hopefully it's not too spooky! We return to the topic of extreme haunted houses thanks to a listener email, and share some themed items, which spark a discussion about trick or treating experiences and candy rankings. And OF COURSE we cover the (long overdue) "beta" update and the three new converted games! Plus, updates on Neopets NFTs and some che...