Colin and Paul

Retrospection

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Two friends discuss, and occasionally argue, about an old TV show or film that we remember being great from our younger years. But do they still hold up today?

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Oct 12, 2026

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Episodes

177. Can I Kick it? 12.10.2026

While Colin is away Paul roundhouses a change of pace, He's joined by Adam and they give a running commentary on the action flick, The King of the Kickboxers from 1990. 

176. The Big O 28.09.2026

In this episode we're mixing a Martini and taking a bubble bath as we reload our pistols on The Silencers from 1966, the first of the Matt Helm films starring Dean Martin. Along the way Paul wonders if he's ever been hip (answers on a postcard),  Colin gets down with The Return of Bruno, and we both wonder what the soundtrack of our lives would be.

175. Space Chase 07.09.2026

There’s more than the usual two muppets this time as we venture out with the Henson created, Farscape (1999-2003). Along the way Paul becomes obsessed with probes, Colin considers his life choices and they both talk beards and being an evil genius.

174. Ball and Bottom 17.08.2026

We’re taking the law into our own hands as we creep up on The Boys in Blue from 1983. The only cinematic outing for the UK comedy duo Cannon and Ball.  Along the way paul reveals his car wash fantasy, Colin goes on an 80s holiday, and we both about British double acts.

173. Comin’ Clean 27.07.2026

This time we’re grabbing our chamois leathers and getting all sudsy with the British comedy box office hit, Confessions of a Window Cleaner (1974). Along the way Paul gets flexible with Yoga, Colin smutometer goes crazy, and we both get fashionable with that 70s look 

172. Battle Cry! 06.07.2026

While Colin is busy reprising his Liberace tribute act, Paul is joined by Jay and Beth to take a critical blade to the world of Xena (1995-2001). Along the way Beth questions the bravery of a small child (not Paul),  Jay demands a small ransom for his work, and Paul reveals where he hides his bananas.

171. The Human-odds 15.06.2026

In this episode we’re spacing out with the Italian scifi adventure of, The Humanoid (1979). Along the way, Paul develops a new drinking game, Colin plays the 70s Rock band name game, and we both go crazy for dusty bin.

170. Time Benders 25.05.2026

It’s a short episode, but feels like forever because time has no meaning as we look at the cult UK show, Sapphire and Steel (1979-82). Along the way Paul gets impressed by sounds, Colin has a Lumley epiphany, and we both discuss the exciting prospect of underpants merchandise.

169. Cannon Kicks 04.05.2026

In this episode we’re dropping some kicks and not pulling our punches as we do battle with, Enter the Ninja (1981). Along the way, Paul reveals his special cream, Colin workshops some new catchphrases, and they both get lost in mime.

168. Web Heads 13.04.2026

In this episode Jay and Paul are swinging their way through Spider-Man (1977). Jay brings his tingly spidey facts, Paul loves the 70s vibes, and we both get nerdy on our favorite Spider-Man costumes.

167. Fire at Will 23.03.2026

In this episode we’re exploring the galaxy with the Star Trek: The Next Generation double episode, The Best of Both Worlds. Along the way Paul reveals his retirement plans, Jay questions Wesley’s existence and we both put in a call to Starfleet HR. 

166. Squawk for the Hawk 02.03.2026

It’s no fantasy, it’s true, this week we’re swinging our swords at Hawk the Slayer (1980). Along the way, James attempts to explain maths to Paul, meanwhile he lists the many uses of silly string, and both of us get musically irritable about audio cues.

165. Stunning Chopper 09.02.2026

This time, James and Paul zip up their catsuits with the Avengers, but not the one you’re thinking. This time it’s the British TV series, The Avengers (1961-1969), and the episode, “The Cybernauts”. Along the way James, is astonished by 1960s commercials, Paul wonders how easily he could avoid a cybernaut, and they both wrangle with complicated revenge plots.

164. Gluttons for Punishment 19.01.2026

In this episode James takes over co-hosting with Paul as they tackle The Punisher (1989). Along the way James brings knowledge without the facts, Paul wonders what a Punishment therapy session would look like and both play “how to spot a bad guy”.

163. Crikey It’s Christmas 15.12.2025

In this 2025 Christmas edition we’re taking a look at three old British Christmas specials. Carry on Christmas (1969), Christmas With Rutland Weekend Television (1975), and “Rentaghost” RentaSanta (1979). Along the way will Paul find the true meaning of Christmas? Will Colin get the presents he deserves? Or will they end up with the Boxing Day Blues? 

162. Let’s Trance 08.12.2025

Ding Dong merrily on high, Deth’s making all the Trancers die. We join Jack Deth and his crusade in an unlikely Christmas movie, Trancers (1984). Along the way Paul Reveals his “method”, Colin shares titles for alternative Trancer films, and we both get confused by this movie’s lore.

161. Halo There 17.11.2025

In this episode we banish our devilish behaviour and embrace our Saintly ways, as we take on Roger Moore's appearance as The Saint (1962-1969. Along the way Paul's morals fall under intense scrutiny, Colin reluctantly learns about Paul's potty, and we both wish our dinner ladies looked like Shirley Eaton. 

160. Happy Halloween 27.10.2025

In this episode James and Paul run through their five favorite Halloween spooky entertainment treats.

159. Misanthropic Lycanthrope 13.10.2025

It's that time year again where we get ghastly and embrace the spooky side. This time we're scaring ourselves with, The Wolfman (1941). Along the way Paul attempts to give us all a history lesson, Colin gets confused by accents, and they both want to cash in on that scary 1940s exchange rate.

158. Sky Diving Stunt Scientist 15.09.2025

In this sizzling episode we’re strapping on our parachutes and diving on to another ITC classic, The Protectors (1972-74). Let’s hope we packed our safety cute!  Along the way Paul has issues with the music, Colin’s research skills reach an all time high, and we both splash on the Brut.

157. Stark Raving Bad 25.08.2025

We’re taking the plunge with the cult underwater, scifi series, Seaquest DSV (1993-96). Along the way Paul reveals that he hoovers salt like a Star Trek monster, Colin is impressed by a plastic dolphin, and we both reveal our fear of being trapped in a tin can with a load of seamen.

156. It’s Slobberin’ Time 04.08.2025

In a shameless tie-in with the summer blockbusters of 2025, we’re doing a second superhero episode. This time, we’re joining the Fantastic Four in their 1994 outing (well almost out). Along the way James joins us again as carer and comic book fact checker, Paul deals with some questionable age differences, and Colin finds his perfect role. 

155. Flights and Tights! 14.07.2025

We’re swooping down on the TV series, Lois and Clark (1993-1997), along the way Paul works on a joke (finally), Colin flunks Superman school, and we both wrangle with the complexities of being a superhero.

154. Time to Thunderize 23.06.2025

It’s a countdown to action as we launch our way into the live-action cinematic outing for Thunderbirds (2004). Along the way Paul reveals his dream job, Colin is distracted by ham, and they both get Busted. 

153. Pipes in Boots 02.06.2025

Everything’s gone psychedelic at Retrosepection, as we get groovy with the ITC show, Jason King (1971-1972). Along the way Paul becomes distracted by fashion, Colin wonders about 1970s plastic surgery, and we both comment on the tough lives of 70s actors. 

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