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Episode 164: Stephen King's IT (1990) Stephen King is crazy, and if cocaine can make a man do crazy things...what the hell do you think a coked up Stephen King is going to do? Probably write a book about an interdimensional Eldritch horror whose enemy is a giant space turtle that vomited the universe, then the horror winds up on earth where it eats children until a group of kids try to stop it, th...

Episode 163: Inhumanoids Mutations and mutilations...body horror in spades... even some innuendos to boot. Sounds like the PERFECT recipe for a Saturday Morning cartoon, yea? Join us for a story of what happens when creators basically have no supervision and make a shit show of a horror cartoon aimed at children. But hey, the toys were cool! Join us for our Revisit of Inhumanoids! http://patreon.c...

Episode 162: Dungeons & Dragons  Won't someone PLEASE think of the children?!  Dungeons & Dragons the GAME proved incredibly popular...but with that popularity also came controversy. Allegations of dark forces and the corruption of America's youth gripped the nation, this game was accused of being a gateway to Satan himself. So why not make a cartoon about it? Come kick off the spooky season as we...

Episode 161: Barbie and The Rockers What if I told you Mattel had that DAWG in them? Since 1959, Mattel's Barbie has shaped pop culture, as well as the imaginations, hopes, and dreams of little girls for decades. But in 1985, Hasbro took a shot at the queen with Jem and The Holograms, and Mattel wasn't having it at all. This battle of the brands swiftly turned into a battle of the bands as Mattel...

Episode 160: Heathcliff He's the other orange animated tabby that originated in comics, but preceded his more popular contemporary by five years!  Voiced by Mel Blanc, two times, this kitty managed to be animated twice, but only one had a bangin' theme song. Join us as we look back at Heathcliff. And you better believe we are talking about Cleo from Cats & Co. http://patreon.com/ YesterdazePodcast

Episode 159: Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers   We have a Disney Afternoon itch that's just GOTTA GET A SCRATCH! Come with us, please, as we take a look back at Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers. NOTE: this episode was recorded just 3 days before the passing of the season one voice of Monterey Jack, Peter Cullen. Rest in Peace…until all…are one.   http://patreon.com/ YesterdazePodcast

Episode 158: Saved by The Bell   When I wake up in the morning, I just hope Jason will be NICE to me! Perhaps this episode will encourage him to extend me some kindness. Join us as we look back at Saved by The Bell! NOTE: Dennis Haskins is ALIVE!   http://patreon.com/ YesterdazePodcast  

Ep 157: The Wuzzles   We close out August with the other side of a tale that began with last week's Gummi Bears episode, but as you will see…the ending is quite different. While the bears bounced their way toward success, another Disney jam that ALSO debuted the same exact day and time tried to deliver two kinds of fun wrapped up and rolled into one…but ultimately fizzled out. We have some strong...

Join Derek in this monthly bonus episode examining the current state of Nostalgia, how we arrived at it, the promise of it, as well as its pitfalls. 

Ep 156: Disney's Adventures of The Gummi Bears   Magic and mystery may indeed be a part of their history, but don't forget corporate restructuring along with batshit crazy demands from a new CEO. Journey with us now as we look back at Disney's Adventures of the Gummi Bears, and how it moved the needle for a Disney that was on the verge of collapse.   http://patreon.com/ YesterdazePodcast

Ep 155: Galtar & The Golden Lance   Can't stop, won't stop…there is no hiatus for the show, as this Derek is ALIVE! But we are rounding out August with some Shorties, and we kick it off with some sword and shield fare. Part of the initial line up for The Funtastic World of Hanna-Barbera comes a show with virtually ZERO product and merchandise, join us for a look back at Galtar & the Golden Lance....

S4 Ep. 32 It's time to look back at a cornerstone brand of the 80s, but this time we are turning toward the "Pink Aisle." Join us as we dive into the incredible history of My Little Pony! http://patreon.com/ YesterdazePodcast

S4 Ep. 31: Jim Henson's Muppet Babies Born from a whim by Jim Henson, given life in Muppets Take Manhattan, eventually becoming the foundation for CBS's Saturday Morning programming...Muppet Babies promised big adventures for little kids while sticking around for 8 seasons! Tune in, learn about Muppet Babies, hear about Derek's failing body and impending doom, AND..we even get ourselves a guest wh...

Join Derek in this monthly bonus episode examining the current state of Nostalgia, how we arrived at it, the promise of it, as well as its pitfalls. 

S4 Ep 30: The Adventures of The Galaxy Rangers   The MOTU model of cross-market promotion in the 80s was tried and true, and easily replicated. So how then can a show with solid writing, amazing music, and possibly the BEST animation fail? Maybe it was timing, maybe it was the toy company partner, maybe kids don't like western themes? Whatever it was, we're talking about it as we look back at The...

S4 Ep 29: The Sandlot   Ah yes, the dog days of summer…and baseball is the sport of the season! This week's producer pick from Nostalgia Nate has us all in our feels for the 60s, 90s, and kids sports movies. Tune in as we revisit The Sandlot!   http://patreon.com/ YesterdazePodcast

S4 Ep 28: The Littles Thanks to The Smurfs over on NBC, a race was on by ABC and CBS to find the next big hit about little people. Lucky for ABC, DiC animation was at the ready to supply such fare for their Saturday morning line-up. Join us as we look back at The Littles! http://patreon.com/ YesterdazePodcast

S4 Ep 27: Dazed & Confused This week we're delivering a one-two punch of nostalgia and anemia as we look back at a 90's movie that takes place in the 70's...join us for a revisit of Dazed & Confused! http://patreon.com/ YesterdazePodcast

S 4 Ep 26: Teen Witch   Oh HEAVENS…its that time again. That magical time of year where my beloved guests for some doozy of an episode ALL FOR HER! It took until season 4 for it to happen, it's Teen Witch with Shawna on Yesterdaze!   http://patreon.com/ YesterdazePodcast

Join Derek in this monthly bonus episode examining the current state of Nostalgia, how we arrived at it, the promise of it, as well as its pitfalls. 

S 4 Ep 25: Marvel Trading Cards (Series 1)   It Producer Pick time! This pick from our man Mike Affonso lends itself to casual conversation and solid reminiscing. Join us for a loosey goosey look back at 1990's Marvel Trading Cards Series 1 from Impel on Yesterdaze!   http://patreon.com/ YesterdazePodcast

S4 Ep 24 James Bond Jr.   Patron Pick Time! This one comes by way of recent birthday boy Jordan, and my oh my… the story behind this property is quite the quagmire. Join us for a look back at James Bond Jr.   http://patreon.com/ YesterdazePodcast

S4 Ep 23 Ferris Bueller's Day Off   Life moves pretty fast, but not too fast for us to celebrate 40 years of one of the most iconic comedies of the 80s. Join us as we look back at Ferris Bueller's Day Off.   http://patreon.com/ YesterdazePodcast

S4 Episode 22: Masters of The Universe 1987 Nearly 40 years ago, the strongest man in the universe took a shot at the silver screen, and it didn't go well. Soon, his second effort will have widespread release, so why not look back on the Canon Films cult classic. Along the way, keep an ear open from some of Derek's MOTU brethren, Jay of Geek. Dad. Life. and Colt aka Dad-At-Arm on YT and Battle Ram...

Join Derek in this monthly bonus episode examining the current state of Nostalgia, how we arrived at it, the promise of it, as well as its pitfalls.