The Weekly Warp Pipe

Thank you everyone so much for all the support over the past few years. Thank you to all the guest on the show. And of course thank you to Russ Lyman, Jay (NES Addict), David Apuzzo and Keith (Retrocart Collector) for making this podcast what it is today. WE will come back eventually, just don't know when that time will be. Enjoy all our past episodes till than, and be sure to follow our individua...

Often times a movies Sequel ends up being better than the Original Movie. WE wanted to discuss some movies we feel that did just that. Terminator 2, Back to the Future II, or even Gremlins 2. Here the guys discuss why they think so or why they don't think they live up to the hype. Do you love Retro Video Games, Toys & Movies from the 80's & 90's ? Well you are in the right place with The W...

Do you love Retro Video Games, Toys & Movies from the 80's & 90's ? Well you are in the right place with The Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast. WE jump in the Warp Pipe every week to talk about the Past and relive some found memories. So if that sounds awesome to you, feel free to catch new Episodes every Saturday at 9am (Plus Bonus content during the week !)

Moving a game room is no joke… 📦🎮 This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re talking all about the challenges of packing up your retro game collection and building a brand new gaming space from scratch. From organizing shelves and protecting collectibles to figuring out the perfect layout for your new setup — we cover the highs, lows, and chaos of moving a game room. Should your ultimate s...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we dive into some of the weirdest video game peripherals ever created! From the legendary Power Glove and the chaotic Sega Activator to the bizarre Atari Mindlink and even the Nintendo Game Boy sewing machine, gaming companies were willing to try ANYTHING in the 80s and 90s. We also put our retro ears to the test during Sound Check as David quizzes us on...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re diving into hidden and indie movie gems people forgot 🎥 From cult classics like Clerks and SLC Punk! to nostalgic favorites like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Explorers — we’re talking about the movies that didn’t always get the spotlight but absolutely deserve it. Before that, we catch up on what we’ve been up to: Dave hit the Chicago Toy Show...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re building something special… 🧱We’re diving into LEGO through the ages, from the classic themes we grew up with—Space, Pirates, and Knights—to the modern era with wild collaborations like Nintendo’s Mario sets. What made those early LEGO sets so memorable? And do today’s builds still capture that same magic? PLUS all your favorite segments are back:...

Take a trip back to the golden age of video rental stores—when Friday night meant heading to places like Blockbuster, local mom-and-pop shops, and spots like Tommy K Videos to grab the latest movies and video games. In this episode of the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we dive into the full experience—browsing the aisles, discovering hidden gems, renting NES and SNES classics, attending in-store tourna...

Retro game collecting—are we doing it for the memories… or the money? This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re joined by special guest ⁨@RNGGamerYT⁩ to dive into one of the biggest debates in retro gaming:👉 Is collecting driven by nostalgia, or has it become an investment game? We share personal stories, collecting philosophies, and some real talk about the current retro market. RNG Gamer...

Step back into the golden age of gaming as we break down the best couch co-op games of the 16-bit era! From beat ‘em up legends to chaotic co-op classics, we’re talking about the games that defined multiplayer on the couch. We’re diving into iconic titles like Streets of Rage 2, Golden Axe, TMNT: Turtles in Time, Zombies Ate My Neighbors, and more!🌀 Also in this episode:🎮 Warp Pipe Rental – We t...

In this episode of the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we take a trip back to the 1990s and talk about what it was really like hanging out at the mall. From the arcades and video game stores to the food court and all the classic mall hangouts, we share some of our favorite memories of spending weekends wandering the mall with friends. In our segments this week:Warp Pipe Rental – We take a look back at *...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast , we dive into some classic toy lines that never got video games — but absolutely should have! From Army Ants to Battle Beasts and Street Sharks , we pitch the video games that could have been! Imagine the gameplay, the consoles they might have appeared on, and the wild directions developers could have taken them. Joining us for the discussion is special g...

It’s a spooky episode of the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast! With Friday the 13th around the corner, we’re diving into everything related to the legendary horror franchise. We talk about the infamous NES game Friday the 13th, the multiplayer horror experience from the 2017 game, and the movie series that made Jason Voorhees a horror icon. Plus, all of our regular segments make an appearance: Warp Pipe R...

In this episode of the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re joined by our friend and talented artist Tom Ryan from Tom Ryan Studios! Tom is a Connecticut-based artist inspired by comic books, street art, and pop culture. His artwork has been sold worldwide and his designs can be found everywhere from corporate logos and restaurant branding to beer cans. He has also been designing cans for Mispillion Ri...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re diving into the strange, confusing, and downright bizarre world of licensed video games. From the Domino’s mascot chaos of Yo! Noid on the NES, to the legendary fighting disaster of Shaq Fu, to the educational superhero antics of Captain Novolin, and the fever-dream that is Pepsi Man… we’re asking one simple question:Why did these games even exist?!...

In this episode of the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we take a trip back to the toy stores we grew up in and wish were still around. We’re talking about: Toys R Us Kay-Bee Toys Child World Service Merchandise Sears From aisle memories to demo kiosks and holiday catalogs, we break down what made these stores magical in the 80s and 90s. We also premiere a brand new segment: Back Issue Breakdown , where...

Love is in the air… and in the pixels. In this Valentine’s-themed episode of The Weekly Warp Pipe, we dive into retro and modern video game love stories — from rescuing Princess Peach in Super Mario Bros. to the emotional depths of Silent Hill 2, Final Fantasy VII, Chrono Trigger, and the epic romance of Lunar: Silver Star Story and Eternal Blue. We also revisit arcade-era relationships in Kung Fu...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we dive headfirst into the legendary console wars—breaking down the battles between Sega, Nintendo, and PlayStation and what made each era so unforgettable. We debut a brand new segment called Box Art Battle, where we pit classic video game boxes against each other to see which one truly reigns supreme on the shelf. Name That Quote makes its triumphant re...

We’re closing out the year LIVE with the final episode of The Weekly Warp Pipe! Join us as we look back on everything we tackled in 2025 — the episodes, the ideas, the wins, the surprises, and the moments that meant the most along the way. From retro games and nostalgia-fueled discussions to creative projects and community growth, this is our chance to hit pause and reflect before powering up for...

This week on The Weekly Warp Pipe, we’re getting into the holiday spirit by ranking our favorite Christmas movies from the 80s and 90s 🎄From undeniable classics to controversial picks, we debate where films like Gremlins, Die Hard, Batman Returns, Jingle All the Way, A Christmas Story, The Grinch, and more land on our list. Is Die Hard really a Christmas movie? Does Gremlins count as festive chao...

This week on The Weekly Warp Pipe , we’re diving headfirst into Christmas nostalgia 🎄 We talk about the toys we got for Christmas in the 80s and 90s, including Power Spark , Playskool Pipeworks , and the iconic Rambo action figure . Dave quizzes us with classic Christmas movie quotes , Keith runs Pop Quiz, Hot Shot , testing Russ and David on their knowledge of Christmas specials , and for Warp P...

🎄 NEW Weekly Warp Pipe Episode! 🎄 This week, we’re diving headfirst into Christmas and holiday traditions—both the classics we grew up with and the quirky ones we’ve created along the way! From decorating the tree and hunting for the perfect ornament… to retro holiday memories, festive food, and the magic of the 80s and 90s, we’re covering it all. Grab some hot cocoa, throw on your favorite ugly...

Some toy lines were too cool for their own time… This week on Weekly Warp Pipe, we’re diving into forgotten toy lines from the 80s and 90s that we think deserve a second chance at greatness. From wild concepts to killer designs, these toys vanished from shelves way too soon — and we’re here to set the record straight. In this episode we talk about: 🛹 Air Riders 🐯 Battle Beasts 👻 Super Naturals...

Well be going through our favorite games on the go with the GameBoy. Jay NES Addict will be joining us as well  ⁨@TigerChainsawVideoGames⁩  Joins for a little bit as well to talk about his NEW Gameboy he is developing on Kickstarter. 👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tigerchainsaw/maiden-of-the-dark-game-boy?ref=user_menu Our regular segments are back too! 🕹️ Warp Pipe Rental: We “...

This week on The Weekly Warp Pipe, we’re spinning the wheel of Video Game Box Art Roulette! 🎰 Back in the day, we didn’t have YouTube reviews or gameplay trailers — we had to judge a game by its cover art. So we’re looking at a bunch of retro game boxes and asking the ultimate question: would we have rented it? Join us as we dive into some classic NES, SNES, and Genesis covers, share memories of...