The Flashback Cartoon Hour

In this episode Nick sits down with newcomer Nermal, who not only just finished her 1st anime ever, 1st watch-through of Naruto ever, but now also her 1st ever watch-through of the 1st ever Naruto movie. Alot of 1st in this episode, and a brand-new fresh point of view. Some come check out what we rated this movie. We're going to be the best Cartoon Review podcast you ever heard, Believe it!!!!

In this month's review, Nick and Mitch honor the recent passing of the legendary Chuck Norris by reviewing his short-lived cartoon series. Although the series only lasted 5 episodes, this over-the-top action-adventure series was still able to pack enough explosions, gun fights, ninjas, zombies, and crocodiles, to heighten its entertainment value in such a way that only the 80's could pull off!! -R...

On this month's episode, Nick and Matt K team up and review the classic 80's anime OVA, Riding Bean. When not gushing over the absolute aura of the protagonist, Bean Bandit, our duo attempts to break down the story scene by scene. If your down with explosions, boobs, gun fights, car chases, and yes, even Car-Fu, then this episode is for you. So, fix your mirrors, turn your ignition and come join t...

This month on The Flashback Cartoon Hour, Nick and newcomer Matt K. plunge head‑first into one of the most stylish, atmospheric, and criminally overlooked anime of the late ’90s "Blue Submarine No. 6." From its groundbreaking blend of 2D and early CGI to its haunting underwater world, we break down how this four‑episode OVA became a cult classic that still hits hard today. Whether you watched it o...

In this special episode, Nick, Joey V, and newcomer Mitch dive into one of the most important debates in cartoon history: Who is the Greatest Animated Idiot of All Time? Armed with a list of 20 beloved cartoon buffoons—from Randy Marsh to Homer Simpson, Peter Griffin, Billy from The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy, and many more—the guys work together to crown the true King of Stupidity. Char...

In Part 2 of our OG Dragon Ball review, Nick and Santi continue to go through each Dragon Ball Arc. Starting off with the 22nd World Martial Arts Tournament/ Tien Shinhan Saga. This was Santi's first time ever going through the series and he has a lot to say about it, so come join us for the fun!!

Welcome to the ultimate Dragon Ball deep dive!! After 16 years of friendship, Nick finally got Santi to binge the entire Original Dragon Ball series—and trust us, the takes are spicy. In this first episode, we’re rewinding to where it all began: Akira Toriyama’s iconic creation, from manga roots to the anime that changed the game. We’re talking Goku’s earliest adventures, the quirky humor, and the...

In this episode Nick and Tony review the first animated television series based on an R-rated Film series!!!

Happy Halloween everyone!!! In this special "Flashback Reacts", Nick and Joey V review the 1997 psychological anime horror movie, Perfect Blue. Considered to be one of the first , straight-up, horror movies ever animated. It also has also influenced live action movies like Requiem for a Dream, and Black Swan.

Nick and Santi continue through their journey of reviewing each animated series in the DCAU, or Bruce Timm verse if you will. Come find out some fun facts and hear our own personal recommendations for episodes to watch!!

In this Bonus Episode: Nick and Grant welcome back Joey V and our goons look back at early Cartoon Network and Tier all of their animated series from 1993- 2005, Do you agree with our picks? Which is your top S-Tier Cartoon Network series??

In part 2 of our celebration of 20 years of Avatar the Last Airbender, the gang master the elements and pick their favorite episodes from the series!!!

Hey everyone, here is a bonus episode to celebrate James Gunn's "Superman" movie release today on July 11th, 2025. We went back to our previous review of Superman: The Animated series and enhanced the audio for you to help create a more...Super experience!!!

In part one of their elemental deep dive, Nick, Santi, and Grant bend time and memory to revisit the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender. From Appa’s cuddly charm to Zuko’s brooding angst, the trio unpacks the magic, mayhem, and masterful storytelling that has been a cultural phenomenon for 20 years. Expect laughs, hot takes, and a few cabbage cart casualties along the way. Happy Birthday Grant!!

In this special bonus episode, after Lenny showed Nick the very 1st ever Rocket Power Tv movie, our 2 Goons immediately sit down and give you their own thoughts and opinions of this totally extreme Rocket Power Adventure. Don't be a Shoobie and come join us for a "woogity" good time!!

Hey boys and girls, while we celebrate our loving bald host's new addition to the family, we wanted to give you guys a little extra bonus episode to hold you over until our next review. So here is the audio version of Nick and Santi doing a "watchalong" to the Toonami original 5-part microseries IGPX which first aired back in 2003. For the full video version please go visit our youtube page!!!

Here is part two of Nick and Santi's deep dive into Toonami's first ever original series, IGPX: The Immortal Grand Prix (2005)

Its Giant Mecha March, and what a special episode we have for you all. Not only is this Toonami's first original series, our first anime series, but also our very first 2-part episode. Tune in and enjoy part 1 now and get ready for when part 2 drops in 2 weeks!!!

We got 3 Goons for this special episode; Lenny joins Nick and Santi as they continue with their journey through the DCAU and cover the first series ever to have an African American superhero as its lead character. So, get ready to have a shock to your system, and come join the fun!!

HAPPY NEW YEARS EVERYONE!!! We know that it's been television tradition for many years to show a Three Stooges marathon during New Years Day, so we decided to go back to an old episode of ours and enhance the experience for you all. Hope you guys enjoy!!!

What a very special episode we have for you all, as we team up with @BminusTVPodcast to review possibly Cartoon Network's raunchiest series ever released!!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN EVERYONE!!! To celebrate this Spooktacular day, Our loving bald host teams up with his beautiful wife for the first time on the pod, and take a look back at a cartoon that singlehandedly traumatized an entire generation of children from the late 90s and early 2000's. How does it hold up today? Come Find Out!!!

In this episode Nick and Shawn take a look back at Marvel's first X-Men series after the turn of the century. Turning most of the main characters into teenagers was a unique premise, but did it work? Was to show to kiddish? Don't get "X-cluded" and come join us and find out.

In this bonus episode Nick and Joey V. tackle ...THE... very first ever "X-Rated" animated movie. Did it live up to the hype? Was it too brutal to sit through? Did Fritz actually "fight many a good man, and lay many a good woman"? Come listen and find out!!!

Let's Force It!!!! It's Primetime, and Nick and Andrew team up with Jake Young from The Wizard and The Bruiser podcast, as they watch rate and review this hidden gem of a cartoon!