Retrospection

In this episode we're haunting the archives of ITC and checking out the cult 1969 TV show, Randall and Hopkirk (Deceased). Along the way Paul promises to haunt Colin for the next 100 years, Colin informs Paul where he's headed, and we come up with our own reboot ideas.

Tune in and drop out to another episode of Retrospection. This time we're dialing in a request to Jack 'Nighthawk' Killian, better known as the cop turned radio talks how host on, Midnight Caller, an American drama series that ran from 1988 to 1991. Along the way Paul tries more of his jokes, Colin thinks he should start charging for all the therapy he's providing Paul, and we muse upon just who t...

Are we red hot or chilled to the bone about, "Stone Cold", an American action-packed, two-wheeler of a classic from 1991. Well, unleash that throttle because it's another episode of Retrospection. Along the way Paul reveals his anxiety over office toys, Colin is horrified by Paul wanting to go topless, and we both wonder what biker gangs really do for fun.

In this special edition of Retrospection we're handing hosting duties over to James, and setting our traps for, The Real Ghostbusters (1986-1991). Along the way James talks about his favorite cartoons, Colin gives Paul his own theme tune, and we wonder about the origins of Slimer.

It's about time that we return to one of our favorite franchises with, Carry on Cowboy (1965). Will the Rumpo Kid take over Stodge City? Will he be thwarted by sanitation Engineer (First Class), Marshal P. Knutt? Join us to find out. Along the way Paul is ,once again, confused by the plot of a Carry On film, Colin loves and evil cowboy and they both remember bedroom farces (in cinema, not in their...

In this episode we're taking a dive into the watery future of a flooded London with the cult, sci-fi, action film, Split Second (1992). A low budget British outing for Rutger Hauer and Kim Cattrall, surrounded by a host of British actors. Would we love to let it float on by, or should it be sunk? Along the way, Paul tries to deny his love for an old TV show called Bugs, Colin reveals his psychic l...

In this episode we're extending our fighting staffs and getting medieval with the Japanese TV series, Monkey, from 1978. Along the way Colin talks levitation, Paul gets confused.... again, and both reveal what their magical abilities would be. Opening snippet of music by Godaigo,

In this episode Paul is joined by guest host, Chelsea, as we slap on our deerstalkers, grab our magnifying glasses, and examine the 1987 TV movie, The Sign of Four, starring Ronald Lacey. Along the way we reminisce about the Granada Studios tour,  discuss our love for Columbo, and muse on what we would keep inside our wooden leg.

In this episode we're whipping out our swords and lunging right for the Juns, as we take a glance at Beastmaster from 1982. Along the way Paul spends too much time dreaming about gyrating witches, Colin wants to join the Jun Sanitation Company, and both remember the inappropriate greatness of 80's kids films. Theme music by Lee Holdridge.

In this episode we're taking our battered TARDIS to San Francisco as we take a look at the 1996, Doctor Who: The Movie. Along the way we pick up a couple of companions,  and we discuss our earliest memories of Doctor Who, chat about the show's, wilderness years, and try to plug the plot holes.

In this episode we're beaming back to our favourite franchise as we focus our deflector dish on Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991). Along the way Paul reveals his problems with nacelles, Colin has "Into Darkness" flashbacks, and we muse about a Northern English Captain. Music by Cliff Eidelmann 

In this festive filled episode, we're travelling to galaxy far, far away and spending time with the Star Wars Holiday Special from 1978. Along the way Paul wonders how to tell the age of a Wookie, Colin wishes he was watching The Incredible Hulk, and both of us ponder the idea of Wookie spinoffs. So much Wookie fun and so little time.

In this episode we're taking a look at the Gerry and Sylvia Anderson Supermarionation show, Joe 90, from 1968. Along the way Paul considers building his own BIG RAT, Colin wonders what happened to the previous 89 Joes, and we ponder about questionable puppet parenting. The music is by Barry Gray. No puppets were harmed in the making of this episode, although some were slightly scorched.

In this episode we're raising a quizzical eyebrow at the eighth James Bond film, Live and Let Die, from 1973. Along the way Paul reveals his love of voodoo shopping, Colin talks 70s NYC, and we admit that we miss the animal double-take. Music is the theme from the film by Wings. 

In this Halloween episode we're packing our silver bullets as we take on the Amicus classic, The Beast Must Die (1974). Along the way Colin comes up with the best method to oust a werewolf, Paul tells us of his love for 1970's Land Rovers, and we see if we can come up with our top three werewolf films (spoiler, one of us can't).  Music from the opening theme by Douglas Gamley  Check us out on http...

In this special episode we're joined by Chelsea Moss. Chelsea runs the Ronald Lacey Official Twitter channel, and the Official Ronald Lacey website. We discuss her work with Lacey's family and talk about Ronald Lacey's career (Raiders of the Lost Ark, Red Sonja, Black Adder II) . Ronald Lacey (officialronaldlacey.com) Ronald Lacey Official ❤ (@RonaldLaceyFans) / Twitter Music is "Straight Through...

Join us as we tackle the cult b-movie, The Doll Squad, from 1973. Along the way Paul has some... jokes, Colin explains how pigeons work (or don't), and we marvel at the seamless integration of stock footage and wish this had been a Spice Girls film. Music from the film by Nicholas Carras.  Check us out at Retrospection (podbean.com)   No pigeons were harmed in the making of this podcast.

It's time for another dose of Retrospection, and in this episode, we are sort of travelling back to our roots as we did the original Knight Rider series back in our first episode. This time we are tackling one of the many reboots, by watching Knight Rider 2000 from 1991. Along the way Paul talks turtlenecks...again, Colin accuses Kitt of inappropriate behaviour, and we discover writing that contai...

In this episode we're fighting crime with the American cop series, Hunter, that mainly ran from 1984 to 1991. Along the way Paul tries his hand at acting... again, Colin tells us about bath time, and we discuss the predictability of guest stars. Music is the Hunter theme by Pete Carpenter and Mike Post. 

In this episode we're taking a look at the action packed 1984 classic, Commando. Along the way Paul goes into detail about his garbage, Colin tries to explain empathy and we play spot the love scene. Music by James Horner.

In this episode we unholster or laser guns and take aim at G.I. Joe: The movie from 1987. Originally, intended as a cinematic outing, but relegated to "straight-to-video", this animated feature is an extended adventure for our favorite Joes. Along the way Colin admits he discovered computers instead of girls, Paul gets confused with a cast of thousands, and we both wish we had psychic motivators....

In celebration of our 100th episode we continue with part two of our look at Star Trek: The Next Generation's pilot, Encounter at Farpoint. Along the way Paul wonders about the fish, Colin works out the secret of Troi's empathic ability, and we discuss how the holodeck works... or doesn't. Music is the opening theme by Jerry Goldsmith. You can email us at info@retrospectionpodcast.com, visit the w...

Join us on our 100th official episode as we take a two-part voyage aboard the Starship Enterprise. In this episode we're arming our critical phasers at the first half of the Star Trek: The Next Generation pilot, Encounter at Farpoint. Along the way Paul tells us his love of waxy fruit, Colin tells us about the three stages of Picard, and we learn never to wear your communicator in the bathroom. Mu...

Rev up your engine, hula the night away and trim that 'tache as we take a look at the exciting Hawaiian adventures of Magnum P.I. This American detective series ran from 1980 to 1988 and starred Tom Selleck, John Hillerman, Roger E. Mosley and Larry Manetti. So, join us as ponder why Tom Selleck never became a movie star, Paul wonders if flashbacks could be real, Colin tells a story, and we reveal...

In this episode we're pulling on our Bat-tights as we take a look at Batman: The Movie from 1966. Along the way Paul marvels at what a Shatner/West team up would be like, Colin engages in a bit of Batmobile shaming, and we discuss the delights of fish tickling. So, it's business as usual. Music is by Nelson Riddle.