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The Nostalgia PitSchultzy's LamentToday, we decided to go against the sage advice of a good friend, and do what many would not. If you may recall we had a guest Matt Goodwin on an episode a bit ago entitled Barefeet in the Moshpit… In this episode, we discussed Matt’s dabblings in Hollywood and some of the works he acted in…One of these films was released in 2006 and was titled Treasures of Painted Forest… Matt was quite adamant that we do NOT watch this film. So, of course, Rob and I did the exact opposite of the recommendation and fired it...2025-07-032h 14The Nostalgia PitMood Rings & Dolphin Tears w/ MelanieBoy, have we got an episode for you… Not only do we discuss Goosebumps knockoffs like Shivers and Graveyard School, but we also talk Korean corndogs, mood rings, and the illustrious wordplay of one Bob Dylan.But, that’s not why we’re here today. Today we had to bring in the wonderful brain of Melanie in order to Spelunk the 1994 smash hit I Only Wanna Be With You by Hootie & The Blowfish. As you can imagine, the conversation steers into many things, such as court jesters, phrasal etymology, and Nick News.PLUS...2025-06-261h 52The Nostalgia PitLasagna in my WinnebagoYou know what time it is! It’s bracket time folks! Ron’s in the house and he decided to surprise us with a topic neither Rob nor myself knew of. So, to our delight and surprise, we got a battle of legends from the found footage world. That’s right. It’s Winnebago Man vs. Fred the Carver. No bells being rung by those names? No worries, you’ll soon fall in love.But that’s not all, of course. We also discuss George Lucas’s absurd grudge, McDonalds mascots, and Happy Gilmore 2. Rob also issues one of his pat...2025-06-111h 51The Nostalgia PitBotticelli the Dolphin w/ MADSHROOM MCWell folks, put on those shoulder length gloves that Laura Dern wears in Jurassic Park, cause it’s Probin’ Time! This one here, is the deepest… the darkest… the craziest amount of research I have done for any episode yet. The lengths, depths, and girths that I went to to find out what the hell Ecco the Dolphin is really about… Holy mackerel.If you never played the 1992 smash hit game exclusively for the Sega systems, you missed out. And if you did play the game, you probably remember it’s immensely difficult and confusing puzzles. But if you happe...2025-06-042h 10The Nostalgia PitBarefeet in the Moshpit w/ Matt GoodwinToday we welcome in a very special guest: the one, the only Matt Goodwin! You may recognize Matt from some of his musical endeavors like The Bad Tenants, or perhaps from one of his acting endeavors like Kung Fun Games (out now on Amazon Prime). But Matt, Rob and I go way back, so needless to say, we are very excited to have him on.Besides his dabbling in film and music, we also discuss bagels, toxic masculinity, and the racist nature of Star Wars. Plus, we dig into the X Files and Matt’s history with th...2025-05-281h 43The Nostalgia PitIf AI... Then BM!It’s season 5! Holy cow! Wait… Why isn’t it a holy pig? Or a holy goat? I should probably look up the etymology before continuing to use any phrase these days… Regardless, we’re back after the shortest hiatus ever to bring you another season of malarkey.As we’re back, we decided to spelunk the 1997 smash hit Everybody (Backstreet’s Back). For 28 years, I’ve wondered where they came back from… A trip to Spain? Cancun? A hiatus? The confused child in me has always wanted to know, so you know what?! We did some deep diving to fin...2025-05-211h 39The Nostalgia PitGibbets for GibletsToday, we venture down a path that intersects with overrated desserts, corporate schlock, and the aesthetic of 90s pornography. But of course that is not all! We have a Limited Recall of the 1995 smash hit Batman Forever, as well as a Rob’s Review of the new Minecraft movie.We also decided to probe into the history of the Netherlands, specifically one very interesting incident involving brothers Johan and Cornelius de Witt… If this strikes no memory bells for you, then stick around, cause this is a fun one.And if you enjo...2025-04-301h 47The Nostalgia PitMovie Night w/ Justin StamerIt’s time to grab your snacks! All the sweets and saltys… Whatever gets your goat goin, really. Cause we’re poppin in a VHS and settling right back into the nineties. We welcome in guest Justin Stamer from the Outsiders Social Club and Tubi Determined podcasts today to help us break down what it’s like to be a VHS collector.From the most expensive tapes out there, to the most sold, we discuss everything from obscure horror films to Disney classics. Plus! Justin goes to a certified drug front and tells us all about it! It’s cra...2025-04-161h 38The Nostalgia PitBrackets w/ RonToday marks the beginning of something very special. A marriage of minds, bodies?, and podcasts. We welcome in the one and only Drinks w/ Ron! You should know him from a handful of appearances on this here pod as well as from the Half-Assed Podcast Network. But we’re not just bringing in Ron as a guest. He is now a part of the crew!Call it a residency, call it a collaboration, call it what you will… Once a month, we got Ronno coming on to do a bracket of something Nostalgic. For the inaugural episode, Rob...2025-04-021h 37The Nostalgia PitWTF is a Footman?!?Today, the boys have some things to say… It’s a good thing they have a podcast… Why am I writing in third person? Regardless.. We go through a multitude of topics on this one. Everything from Portugese serial murder Diogo Alves, to the new Meta Rayban glasses, to Spiderman’s genitals. We also talk the glorification of the male criminal, the growing indifference towards comic book movies, and the map. What is the map? Well, you better stay tuned to find out, cause Rob will explain it all.And if you enjoy what we are doing...2025-03-191h 29The Nostalgia PitPlayin' With The MenNow folks, I need you to meet me half way with this one… Yes, some could say life’s a bit of a log jam right now, but we’re here to help. Get ready to relax and illuminate that heartlight. I bet that plantar fasciitis is loosening up as I utter these words… You’re feeling better. You look into the sky and exclaim, “I’m alright!” to anyone in shouting distance. This is it. I’m speaking from heart to heart. Welcome to the danger zone…Now if all my ramblings upset you, cool those angry eyes. I’ll be...2025-03-121h 34The Nostalgia PitNostalferatu w/ Celina FloresWelcome to a very special edition of Rob’s Reviews here on the Nostalgia Pit. Today we welcome in a special soul, the lovely Celina Flores to talk about the new Robert Eggers directed Nosferatu in all of its macabre splendor.But of course, that is not all! We also discuss the checkered past of Disney and its history of questionable imagery and language, and innuendo throughout its catalog. Everything from Fantasia and Pinnochio to the Lion King and Little Mermaid… It’s all here, and it’s all filthy!And if you enjo...2025-02-261h 30The Nostalgia PitTraces to NowhereReturn of the Rob! That’s right, folks. Rob. Is. Back! After an all too long hiatus, we welcome back the missing piece of this here pod. I’m sure y’all were wondering when that barrage of guests would finally cease… Now we can get on with the REAL conversations.We talk about everything from Rob’s new otamatone to the second Fyre Fest to the Land Before Time. Colin also digs into a cartoon that lives rent free in his head, none other than the ladykiller himself: Johnny Bravo. That’s right! It’s time for a brand ne...2025-02-121h 31The Nostalgia PitConnect the Tunes w/ Yeti Blanc & Jeremy TacheI gotta say, I’m super excited about this one. Still without Rob, I brought in two repeat guests and fellow podcast producers Jeremy Tache from the Lebatard Show w/ Stugotz Podcast as well as Yeti Blanc, producer of the Greg Cote Show w/ Greg Cote Podcast! While we’ve had both of these folk onto the pod previously, never have we gotten them together! Yeti was our first ever guest, and one of the first people he recommended I try to get on the pod was none other than Jeremy Tache, so it only...2025-01-291h 44The Nostalgia PitLines of Man-Dust w/ Too Many MenDo we have a doozy for you today! I am here sans Rob & Kevin, but not alone. Joined by some old friends from my days of wanting to be a rapper, first we have Josh Dahlquist aka Beige or nowyoureshattered on socials. Stick-and-poke tattoo master based out of the Seattle area. Beige is the lead vocalist of the group Triceracorn with producer IG88 aka Branden Clarke, who is guest number 2 on today's episode. The Bran Man is a wonderful producer and video game sound designer who you may recognize from five previous episodes.Guest #3 is none other...2025-01-221h 42The Nostalgia PitPut it in the Can w/ Yikes Mountain & Drinks w/ RonNo Rob or Kevin today… So in lieu of their absence, I decided to call in a few ringers to rotate in as my cohosts for the next few episodes. Today, we welcome two members of the Outsiders Social Club Podcast: Drinks w/ Ron and Yikes Mountain!Ron did his homework with this one, doing deep research onto the 1980 sketch comedy show called Fridays starring Larry David & Michael Richards amongst a plethora of other recognizable faces. We also discuss acapella groups, the downfall of Infowars, and method actors.If you like what Ro...2024-12-081h 52The Nostalgia PitRegular Sized OpusHowdy there, folks! Been too long... One could even say… It’s been a while. But regardless! We’re here in the middle of our hiatus, and I just couldn’t get myself to stay away from y'all for too long! I had to go back into the vault and edit what has been gathering dust for a presentation to y’all.As is implied with this return to the vault, some of the subject matter may feel a tad dated. We even debated its relevance to now, but ultimately, I deemed it a worthy listen....2024-10-131h 53The Nostalgia PitCentennial Celebration & Mailbag Part 1: Sticky LabiasWelcome everyone to our very own, first and only, 100th episode celebration!! We were having such a great time answering mailbag questions from our listeners, that we accidentally went long! And you should know by now, that with episodes sometimes leaning past two hours, we had to cut this session in two.But do not fret! The topics are abundant. The ADHD is fluid… We talk everything from Rob rewatching the X-Files, to hot cheetos, to living on another planet, to what our wrestling personas would be. We also make a mixtape of our li...2024-07-251h 29The Nostalgia PitHistories & Mysteries w/ Yikes MountainIt’s Gemini season, baby! Today, we celebrate the birth of two people: our very own red headed renegade Rob Snow as well as our guest of honor tonight, Yikes Mountain! You may remember Yikes from our two episode spotlight of the Outsiders Social Club Podcast and its crew. We salute these two gentlemen by doing a deep dive into the heart of America in the form of the Denver International Airport. If at this time you are wondering why the hell we would talk about a travel hub, well, prepare to be enlightened. Thi...2024-06-102h 06The Nostalgia PitSepia Toned NightmareThis week, I only have one question for you: how you Dune?! That’s right! It’s time for Rob’s Reviews: Arrakis Edition featuring a SPOILER HEAVY assessment from both our hosts. If you haven’t seen the new Dune and don’t want any spoilers, than you may want to keep an ear out and skip that part…But that’s not all we talk about! We talk Tim Burton’s catalog of work, female rappers, and unicorn migration. Plus! Rob tells us of his competition days as well as Kanye’s teeth!...2024-04-011h 54The Nostalgia PitThe Gamma MaleHave you ever made a nice, homemade bowl of your favorite something? Mac n cheese... Chicken noodle soup... Dumplings... Or maybe you don't do "home" made; a bowl of your favorite something is Kraft Dinner, or some Spaghetti-O's... Regardless, have you ever looked down at your bowl of probably gelatinous cuisine and thought to yourself, "this could really use some gold leaf..." Well, this week, we talk the utterly superfluous gold burger, Rob's expensive dinner date, and neoliberalism. Kevin also talks to us about the new novel he's reading called The Three Body Problem...2024-02-281h 44The Nostalgia PitBlanket of Sadness w/ Tyler RickshawToday we welcome in the mastermind behind Cold Waffle Studio: Tyler Rickshaw! You’d think that because we have two animators in the house we’d talk cartoons, comics, drawing… Something of that nature… Right?!?Nope. We talk about songs you hate by artists you love, eunuchs, and life in the rural south. We also chat about Hollywood’s most polite racists, Persian folklore, and the acting prowess of Ludacris. Plus! Colin reveals one of his real life redflags! All that, and more!And make sure you stay t...2024-02-182h 12The Nostalgia PitThe Unicorn Cartel w/ Marshall PetryniIt’s time to get drunk! Responsibly, that is… Today, we welcome in one of the cofounders of the Greenwood Cider Co. and a deacon on the drums: Marshall Petryni. Marshall is an old friend of mine from the days of high school, and he along with his two brothers have always been some of my favorite people to be around. So we are very excited to have him join us today. Rob even copped a bottle to review!But this episode is NOT just about cider. We talk about zydeco music, costco hotdogs, and the grittiness of N...2024-01-282h 02The Nostalgia PitDancing the Night Away w/ Celina FloresThis week on Rob’s Reviews, Celina chimes in to talk the new film Leave The World Behind, a dystopian psychological thriller about the fragility of societal infrastructure. But, that’s not all! We ponder the purpose of merkins, flamingos, and movie sequels to be released in 2024.We also talk mass psychogenic incidents throughout history including one in Seattle from the 1950s as well another from modern day France in the 16th century. Plus! Rob learns what a sharf is! Plus! A very special Song Spelunker!! No Mountain Dew, but this one's sure to be a Blast!2024-01-191h 53The Nostalgia PitFrom One Campfire to AnotherWhile this episode may be lacquered in post-Christmas disdain for consumerism and music in public settings, we manage to push through the aftermath of Rob’s trip to Best Buy to talk AI dating apps, 90s cartoons that all subsequently were knockoffs of TMNT, and what the greatest prize for being a kid with an appetite for Kool-Aid could be.We also talk oppositional defiant disorder, the resurgence of swing jazz in nineties media, and ear candles. Plus! We do something that has needed to be done for decades now… We give Santa a make...2024-01-061h 48The Nostalgia PitGeometry 303What do Terrence Howard, kidney medicines, and chocolate bars have in common? Well, nothing, really – but they are all topics of discussion in this. very. episode! Wow… Who’da thunk? But that’s not all we talk about!We also talk about sin eaters, triangles, and The Sopranos. With one of Rob’s patented reviews, we discuss the Many Saints of Newark. Plus! Kevin takes us through an audition to be in a commercial, and the to-dos and do-nots of acting tryouts.FFU X - Arales...2023-12-241h 38The Nostalgia PitBig Rich & Little RichardWhat’s happenin’ folks? How’s your day going? Is it not going well because you’ve been wrapped up in a web of existential dread? And does that dread come from not knowing what Tutti Frutti by Little Richard is about?! I mean… I’ve lost dozens of hours of sleep just wondering: what the HELL was he talking about…Well, if I was just describing you or someone you know, than you’re in luck! Rob and Colin get out the flippers and grab their scuba gear, cause it’s a-spelunkin’ time! They also talk bikini baristas, Bra...2023-12-161h 49The Nostalgia PitThat Is NOT What A Hot Pocket Is For…This week we have a helluvan episode for you. It’s Song Spelunker season, and so we decided to go with none other than the GOAT; the greatest; Sarah McClaughlin. What song, you ask? Tune in to see!We also discuss the Alien franchise, Justin Roiland, and 50 Shades of Grey. Not only that, you may end up hearing about some lesser known Anthony Hopkins roles! All that and more, this week!Something About You - Araless (Vinyl Release)EtsyPatreonLi...2023-11-261h 45The Nostalgia PitBahn Mis & Apophenia w/ Spike DaeleyThis week we welcome in a legend in the slam poetry scene of Bellingham, WA: none other than the fantabulous Spike Daeley. After teaching English all around the world from Tokyo to Boston, we were finally able to land this man as a guest. An absurdly talented poet, rapper, and linguist, Spike brought some wonderful topics for us at the Pit to ponder.We talk everything from the Bloodhound Gang, to agitated propaganda, to the uptick in conspiracy theories. We also chat about apophenia, the mythic past, and what to do with the art...2023-11-192h 01The Nostalgia PitThree Average DicksIt’s time for another patented Rob’s Reviews! This week, we get two for the price of one, with Rob going over some of the spooky films he watched for the Halloween season. The two in question are Cobweb and No One Will Save You; both 2023 films, and as per usual, there WILL be spoilers…We also talk about Animorphs, plot armor, and alien sex parties. So buckle up them seatbelts, cause we’re gonna take this spaceship up to mach 5.Spliff & The Smuggler - IndieGoG...2023-11-122h 17The Nostalgia PitVillain or Antagonist?Have you been subjected to music against your will? Or have you ever wondered what the difference between a villain and antagonist is? Maybe you’ve found yourself pondering late at night: why does Sunny D have an alcoholic seltzer?Well, here at the Pit, we’re gonna answer all of your questions and more as we talk about all the above, as well as the life of Steven Segal, media literacy, and Big Willie himself (formerly known as Will Smith). Apologies in advance. Sp...2023-11-051h 47The Nostalgia PitTraitor Joe's w/ WizdumbThis week we welcome in podcast family. You may recognize his voice from some of the commercials in season 1, but he is also responsible for the podcast’s artwork! Not only that, Wizdumb is a legend in the Seattle hip hop scene and a master of the faceswap.We talk everything from pen & pixel album art, DMT, and selling used underwear. We also talk about whip-its, chip flavors of yesteryears, and Kevin’s new muckbang enthusiasm.Wizdumb's DiscographySpliff & The Smuggler - IndieGoGo Fundraiser2023-10-292h 07The Nostalgia PitFecal FestivitiesWhat do New Zealand accents, Christmas music, and fleshlights all have in common? Well… Nothing really, but we do talk about all three and more today! Why, you ask? There’s only one way to find out: listen to this week’s episode!We also take the listening audience behind the scenes to name a new segment as well as talk roasted chestnuts, the importance of origin stories, and butthole tattoos. Not only that, we go spelunkin’ back to 1999 to dig into some potentially problematic lyrics.2023-10-222h 17The Nostalgia PitDimensional AwarenessIt’s time for Mayhem! Mutant Mayhem, that is! Today we take a journey into the brand new TMNT animated film. If you weren’t able to tell by our 66th episode, we really enjoy the turtles of a mutant ninja variety, so we figured it would be a disservice to the listening audience if we ignored this cinematic expedition into our very own pits of nostalgia. SPOILER ALERT! We do talk details of the film, so if you plan on seeing it before you listen to this, hit pause now!Rob gives us a pa...2023-10-081h 57The Nostalgia PitMulti-Faceted Chaotic-Minded MeatsacksTime to put our semi-sweet serious hats on and talk malarkey… That’s right! We sit down to talk about growing up with a cavalcade of world ending events constantly on the horizon, cultural trauma, and the paradox of tradition. We also talk the NFL’s non-profit status, how Burger King is being sued, and children being raised by the emotionally unavailable and/or immature.At this time we want to thank our brand new sponsor, Celina Flores Photo: a multidisciplinary photographer specializing in portraits, lifestyle and event photography. Celebrating over 20 years in the game a...2023-10-011h 32The Nostalgia PitI'm OffendedThis episode the crew gets lost in the sauce… Hot sauce, that is. While discussing furries, they stumble upon a goldmine of absurdity including one of the most racist halloween costumes imaginable via greatmascots.com When the time comes, we encourage you to scroll along with us. That's right! This one's a participatory episode...Not only that, but Rob somehow manages to cancel himself TWICE in the same episode! Worst of all, the crew manages to ensure that E-40 will never be a guest here in the Pit…At this time we want to thank our b...2023-09-231h 51The Nostalgia PitPATREON EXCLUSIVE - I Smell Like LutefiskYanked from our Patreon feed, we keep this one short and sweet! This week we get hijacked by The Bran Man – shockjock radio DJ from yesteryear for this episode. Recorded during the session for episodes three and four for season 2, we take some callers!Last of all, make sure to stay tuned til the end where we play the song Gremlins Thanksgiving by our spleen Madshroom MC.Gremlins Thanksgiving - Madshroom MCEtsyPatreonLinktree2023-09-1633 minThe Nostalgia PitSpaits & Spurts w/ Chance RandomToday we welcome in the legendary Chance Random, poet, musician, writer extraordinaire! We decided to go full hip-hop centric and talk everything from bad white rappers, the slowed & reverbed trend, and musical dynasties. We also chat about getting kicked out of concerts from smoking weed, stand up comedy, and words that have changed definition over the years. At this time we want to thank our brand new sponsor, Celina Flores Photo: a multidisciplinary photographer specializing in portraits, lifestyle and event photography. Celebrating over 20 years in the game and with a brand new studio in P...2023-09-102h 05The Nostalgia PitTomatalkWe are slipping into the darkness… It’s time for one of Rob’s patented Reviews! What is he reviewing, you ask? The 2015 Kurt Russel vehicle entitled Bone Tomahawk (spoiler alert!). We then talk fucked up movies, Radiohead, and Belle Gunness, the most notorious female serial killer ever.And make sure you stay tuned til the end for the song What If by Portland emcee Po$tul8.At this time we want to thank our brand new sponsor, Celina Flores Photo: a multidisciplinary photographer specializing in portra...2023-09-022h 05The Nostalgia PitSurprise Pegging!Have you ever wondered what it would be like to overdose on meth while running from the Nazis? Or perhaps everytime you heard One Week by the Barenaked Ladies, you thought to yourself: “...what in the world is this song about?!” Or maybe you’ve always wondered what doctor can amputate a leg the fastest… Well folks, as you’ve got the questions, we have the answers!Besides all that fun, we talk the fallible nature of science, conspiracy theories, and fucked up movies.Shoutout to our resident spleen for the commercials.2023-08-262h 03The Nostalgia PitGettin' Dursty w/ Hunter ShabazzToday we welcome in one of the funniest people I know, Hunter Shabazz! Hunter is the author of Tha Wicked Kitchen (Juggalo themed cookbook), author of the Pure Beef Coloring Book, and too many more ingeniously comedic things to list here… If you are unfamiliar with his work, I highly recommend checking it out.We chat about sprite commercials, Stephen Dorff vaping, and Fred Durst’s love of everything Russian. We also talk the disappearance of diet sodas, Coca-Cola’s racist past, and Vin Diesel.Make sure you stick around til the end where we play t...2023-08-192h 05The Nostalgia PitArt vs. Commerce w/ Anthony MayesToday we welcome in a very special guest, podcast superproducer Anthony Mayes. With such podcasts as Cinephobe, Basketball Illuminati, and the Friday Mailbag (available on the Count the Dings network), Mayes has managed to elevate the idea of what a podcast producer can be. His masterful creative touches act as the rug of his podcasts – really tying the room together…We chat about film trilogies, burritos, final bosses in movies, and the genius of Tim Curry. We also talk about how Mayes became a producer, Santa Cruz, and sound editing. Make sure you give any and all of h...2023-08-121h 43The Nostalgia PitFlatulists & The Cornbread MafiaWe got a helluva episode for you today! Welcoming back in our resident spleen Kevin aka Madshroom MC, we decided to go over some good ol’ fashioned forgotten history. Have you ever wondered why there’s never a customer in any Long John Silver’s fast food restaurants? Well, the reason is: they’re trash, but we may have discovered why they managed to stay open for so long…We also talk the world’s most famous flatulists, job scams, and drugs. Rob also gives us one his patented reviews! This time, he’s breaking down...2023-08-052h 25The Nostalgia PitDon't Get Space AIDS w/ Ali SimmonsToday we welcome in one of my favorite humans in the universe – and I know you may be thinking I say that a lot, but I’ve known Ali Simmons for just twenty years and she is one of the best friends a person could ask for. Recently venturing into the world of art and graphic design, Ali joins us today to talk video games, 90s infomercials, and fan art. She gifted us with a wonderful piece of art that you can find on our socials right now! Chef’s kiss…As she has recently...2023-07-292h 08The Nostalgia PitCounsel of Suck w/ Alex RiddleIt’s time for part two of our sit down with the mixing engineer and masterer of this podcast: Alex Riddle. In this episode, we dive into the musical career of Rob, artistic purity, and the relationship between listener and audience. We also dig into the multitude of monikers of Riddle, fame, and Seth Rogan’s laugh.At this time, we want to thank our sponsors StrangeLoop Animation. A brand new visual arts company specializing in 2D traditional animation, the founders of Strangeloop have been supporters of the show since day one. As they are...2023-07-221h 38The Nostalgia PitBundy or Zuckerberg w/ Alex RiddleToday we’re turning the spotlight inward to talk with the silent member of The Nostalgia Pit: Alex Riddle. You may recognize his name from our intro, as he is the person who makes Rob and I sound like smooth operators as opposed to dying crows. This interview, broken into two parts, contains gestating on the expectations of a content creator, the ethics of social media, and segregationist ideology. We also find a glaring mistake by Google – truly baffling.At this time, we want to thank our sponsors StrangeLoop Animation. A brand new visual arts...2023-07-161h 35The Nostalgia PitDon’t P.O.O.P. your P.A.N.T.S. w/ Celina FloresToday, we welcome in one my favorite humans on the planet earth and the person i’m happy to call my partner in life and crime: Celina Flores. Celina is a multi talented photographer, producer, and drummer hailing from Portland, Or. As she has been in the background of almost every recording, we figured it was about time we gave her the microphone!In this episode, we dig into reality shows, people watching, and the need for constructive criticism. We also bring back one of our favorite segments: Song Spelunker! We dig into an earworm that everyone kn...2023-07-092h 05The Nostalgia PitLittle Girl Stabs w/ Prem RockFresh off a tour with his hip hop duo ShrapKnel, we sit down with a man who makes the insanely difficult look inanely easy; Prem Rock is a rap artist originally from Philadelphia but now hailing from NYC. In this episode, we tackle being conscious of consumption while on tour, the expectations of entertainers, and passive vs. overt disrespect. We also go on to talk about his recent run opening for Souls of Mischief, clickbait headlines, and we recap the Mandela Effect.At this time, we want to thank our sponsors...2023-07-011h 28The Nostalgia PitSoggy Cheeze-Itz & Spoon Sandwiches w/ BeigeToday, we’re sitting down with a fantastic human I’ve had the pleasure of knowing about a decade now, Josh Dahlquist. I got to meet Josh through my musical meanderings once upon a time, meeting him through his stage persona: Beige as the lead vocalist of the group Triceracorn. Now, he’s doing fantastic stick-n-poke tattoos out of his private studio in Seattle, but still finds time to make music, clothing, and enjoy the beauty of everyday.In this episode, Beige came down to Portland and stopped by the Pit to talk about the differences of stick...2023-06-242h 01The Nostalgia PitEdgelords & Boogeymen w/ Kristi YamaguccimaneWe welcome back in co-host of the JortsCenter podcast, the man largely known as Kristi Yamagucimane! Here for his second visit, we dig into citrus sodas, grifters, and the woes of viewing life events solely through the lens of pop culture. We also chat about AI created content, aliens, and doing DMT in Leland, NC.At this time, we want to thank our sponsors StrangeLoop Animation. A brand new visual arts company specializing in 2D traditional animation, the founders of Strangeloop have been supporters of the show since day one. As they are now supporters of our...2023-06-181h 42The Nostalgia PitOSC Spotlight Part 2: Knee-Deep in The BodyWith a very long ramble filled intro, we welcome back the Outsiders Social Club podcast for part two of our spotlight episode! As stated in last week's episode, if you are unfamiliar with the OSC pod, but enjoy long nights of imbibing with friends and a general sense of haphazard malarkey, we recommend you check it out on the Half Assed Podcast Network.This week we welcome in returning guest from season two episode seven, curator of the Half Assed Pod network, Drinks w/ Ron, as well as staple members Yikes and Coley. We talk about radio...2023-06-112h 16The Nostalgia PitOSC Spotlight Part 1: Sleeve MoneyWell, it was only a matter of time before this collision course of content was bound to happen… We welcome in the Outsiders Social Club podcast for a two part spotlight episode. If you are unfamiliar with the OSC pod, but enjoy long nights of imbibing with friends and a general sense of haphazard malarkey, we recommend you check it out on the Half Assed Podcast Network.Being that there are six regular people on the podcast other than myself, we knew it would be a bit of a shitshow, so we decided to go...2023-06-041h 40The Nostalgia PitTrailerize My SoulToday seems like a good day to debut a new segment, so why not? Rob’s Reviews aka Rob’s Recaps is here to tell us about the new Super Mario movie. We also talk the homogenization of beauty, period pieces, and the “trailerization” of songs. Last but not least, Rob poses a conundrum of a question: are we all sociopaths?At this time, we want to thank our sponsors StrangeLoop Animation. A brand new visual arts company specializing in 2D traditional animation, the founders of Strangeloop have been supporters of the show since day one...2023-05-281h 26The Nostalgia PitSong Spelunker Vol. 2: The Gigolo FlexToday’s a day for spelunkin: so that’s what we’re gonna do! Lookin back through the anals of time, we decided to look into the number one smash hit sensation from the year 2000: It Wasn’t Me by Shaggy. We also talk about listening to old episodes, being compared to other artists, and the writers strike.At this time, we want to thank our sponsors StrangeLoop Animation. A brand new visual arts company specializing in 2D traditional animation, the founders of Strangeloop have been supporters of the show since day one. As they are...2023-05-211h 16The Nostalgia PitOff-Grid AI w/ Smoke M2D6This week, Rob and I sit down with a northwest hip hop legend: Smoke M2D6. Over the last 20 plus years, Oldominion has been a household name in the independent hip hop scene, with the iconic Owl blessing street posts all over the country… We chat with Smoke about utilizing augmentation in your artistic process, the isolation of parenting, and theological pitfalls. We also talk to Smoke about the themes of his new project, Quarantine Heartthrob, which comes out June 9th on K-Records. Make sure you subscribe to our Pat...2023-05-141h 46The Nostalgia PitSex Talk & Yogurt EnemasLet’s talk about sex, bay-bee! That’s right. We’re going back into the vault one more time so Colin can put on his teacher hat and take us back in time to learn about the intersection of yogurt, buttplay, and cornflakes. We then learn about the differences of fetishes, kinks, and paraphilic disorders, as well as the origins of BDSM. Top all that off with some toxic media tropes, and we got ourselves a cocktail! Make sure you get those ice cubes soaking…We also cha...2023-05-071h 38The Nostalgia PitPizza in Ukraine w/ BlockheadThis week, Rob and I are headed out to the Big Apple to talk with hip hop legend and production wizard: the one and only – Blockhead. As an integral part of the independent hip hop boom of the early 00s, Blockhead’s production has inspired thousands of artists over the last two decades plus. Make sure to follow him @blockheadNYC on all social media platforms.Today we talk about the accuracy of film depictions of NYC, growing up in Manhattan, and stories of the worst tour food imaginable. We also talk about not having kids, public schools, and...2023-04-302h 00The Nostalgia PitSupport Your Local Drug Dealer w/ Milc & GoldenbeetsToday we welcome in family; Goldenbeets is the mastermind behind the Nostalgia Pit theme song, as well as one hip hop’s best kept secrets. His new project: Horseradish is a collaborative effort with one of the west coast’s best new emcees – Portland native Milc.The two managed to weave together a masterpiece that, like a good meal, will have you wanting seconds right away. In this episode, we’re gonna talk the intersections of nostalgia and music, the expectations of sequels, and the northwest hip hop scene. We also talk Guy Debord's book The...2023-04-241h 44The Nostalgia PitBring Back the Pinstripe w/ Jeremy TachéThis week we sit down with the host of the Miami Mic’d Up Podcast, Jeremy Taché! You may recognize Jeremy’s name from one of his many roles throughout sports media, including but not limited to being a producer on the Dan Le Batard Show w/ Stugotz Podcast and sideline reporter for the Miami Heat.Jeremy and I discuss finding silver linings, west coast fast food, and Fall Out Boy. We also talk about trying to find a work/life balance, product placement, and working your dream job.2023-04-1651 minThe Nostalgia PitGettin' Shiggy w/ Colin McIntoshGreetings listeners! Welcome to the Nostalgia Pit, a podcast aiming to dissect pop culture, the subconscious, and other psychological phenomena through a hyperbolic and prismatic lens. Hosted by Rob Snow and Colin Casserd, songs produced by Goldenbeets, and mixed by Alex Riddle, the Nostalgia Pit is available anywhere you find your podcasts.Today we welcome in a very special guest: Colin McIntosh, founder and CEO of Sheets and Giggles. …couple of Colin’s cuttin’ it up! On this episode we’re gonna talk about how to navigate your own business in an ever changing social media landscape. We’ll al...2023-04-092h 00The Nostalgia PitOff Road Ranchin' w/ Fresh KilsThis week we’re headed to the 6! We’re sitting down with Toronto’s best kept secret, superproducer Fresh Kils for SNACK ATTACK 3.0! Welcome back, sir! Thank you for being a guest. If you are unfamiliar with the works of the Fresh, well, after this episode you won’t be! Just about to hit the road on tour throughout Europe with his hip hop fusion band Ockham’s Blazer, as well as a solo stint with one of rap’s best new duos: ShrapKnel. So we’d figure we’d touch base with the man.2023-04-022h 13The Nostalgia PitSong Spelunker Vol. 1: Love At First BiteOn this week’s episode, we’re going back into the vault! It’s October 2021; Kevin, Colin and Rob are going slowly insane amidst the throws of the pandemic. Rob has just Squid Game while Kevin tackled the incestious Game of Thrones. We also talk about happy trails, and debut one of our favorite segments ever: Song Spelunker (imaging to come). Alright, here we go… Love At First Bite.Make sure you subscribe to our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and music!linktr.ee/nostalgiapit2023-03-261h 26The Nostalgia PitDrugs w/ Ron!Today, we welcome in host of the Outsiders Social Club Podcast and the Half-Assed Podcast Network: Drinks w/ Ron! With a voice that would make Barry White blush, Ron, Rob, and myself discuss drugs... Surprise! We go over some hallucinogenic adventures, Ron's experience as a radio disc jockey, and what brought him back to the microphone after a 12+ year hiatus. Last but not least, we look at some classic television shows and ask the most important question of all: is the theme song actually better than the show itself?!?Make sure you subscribe to...2023-03-191h 36The Nostalgia PitSNACK ATTACK! 2.0 w/ Yeti BlancToday we bring you a very special episode: The return of SNACK ATTACK! A couple pod producers cuttin’ it up, we welcome in The Greg Cote Show with Greg Cote podcast producer: Yeti Blanc! We discuss mondegreens, the struggles of balancing work and creativity, classical conditioning, MAS Miami and the glory of Sheets & Giggles.Make sure you subscribe to our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and music!yetiblanc.com/musicshop.yetiblanc.comFind us on tw...2023-03-121h 08The Nostalgia PitPure Cope w/ Kristi YamaguccimaneHey everybody! Today, we welcome in the Don of Denim, Kristi Yamaguccimane: co-host of the Jorts Center podcast! We talk the backstory of the creation of the famous “Pirate Radio” theme song used on the Le Batard show as well as the foundation of the Lour After Hours podcast. The conversation then meanders into adopting cats, the shortcomings of Twitter, collective consciousness and comedic timing.Find us on twitter:@nostalgiapit@wapplehouse@jortscenterpod@tatsthatgohard@thehashtronaut@aralessInstagram: @ruining_your_childhood@fera...2023-03-051h 46The Nostalgia PitMy Own Truth & Pavlov VR w/ Branden ClarkeWe’re back again with sound designer and audio wizard Branden Clarke discussing what he’s been spending his last two years diving deep into: sound design for the Playstation VR2’s new game Pavlov VR. We then get the behind the scenes production woes of season one why a hiatus was needed…Find us on twitter:@nostalgiapitBranden Clarke: @IG88music@thehashtronaut@aralessInstagram: @ruining_your.childhood@feral_williams@aralessbmn@strangeloopanimation2023-02-261h 07The Nostalgia PitThe Brandela Effect w/ Branden ClarkeWe talk making tunes, DAWs, and the nuances of audio engineering with superbly talented sound designer Branden Clarke. We also dig into the Mandela Effect and the potential explanations for such large scale confusion. We then try to bring logic into Pokémon, Colin’s first Hooters experience, and the journalistic credibility of Good Housekeeping.Find us on twitter:@nostalgiapitBranden Clarke: @IG88music@thehashtronaut@aralessInstagram: @ruining_your_childhood2023-02-191h 07The Nostalgia PitI Got Zeal for VealWe’re still playing some content catchup over here at the Nostalgia Pit, and you’ll be able to tell as this here convo was recorded at the end of 2021. Needless to say, a few things discussed don’t land the same.As we recorded a few months before his death, we wanna say rest in peace to the beloved Bob Saget. Father figure to a generation while simultaneously making people laugh out of disgust so hard they vomited… They don’t make many like him. Rob goes on to take us on a fecal tour of Sea...2023-02-1253 minThe Nostalgia PitChicken SashimiWelcome back everyone! Season 2. The same pod, under a new streamlined name:The Nostalgia Pit.Today, Colin details what happens when you mix youthful mischievousness, too much free time, and an assload of fried chicken. We then talk research chemicals, being dosed, and ride along with Rob as searches the bowels of the interwebs for a picture of Tom Selleck’s scrotum.linktr.ee/nostalgiapitFind us on twitter:@nostalgiapit@thehashtronaut@aralessInstagram:@ruining_your.childhood@feral_williams...2023-01-291h 08The Nostalgia PitSNACK ATTACK! Brothers McAfrikaIt's been 20 years since McDonald's blessed the world with the McAfrika and 14 years since they brought back the sequel: the McAfrica. Are you confused? Good. It's time to sit down and take a bite of absurdity as Colin navigates us through the annals of McAppropriation.You may have wondered in your days, "what ever happened to that snack I used to love?" Well look no further! Colin is here with a brand new segment called SNACK ATTACK! where we highlight snacks of yesteryear. And why not wrap in some PR catastrophes while we're at it?2022-06-1616 minThe Nostalgia PitWords w/ Elliot Duke Part 2Hola amigos! We're back again with part two of our Words w/ Elliot Duke!! Today we talk about the benefits of soft eyes, nuances of spirituality, The Matrix Resurrections (#phobe), and Elliot talks of working his way through the Sight and Sound Magazine’s top 100 movie list. Oh, and we also talk the benefits of having infinite universes as well as the evolution of the story form... Stay tuned til the end of the episode for something special by Gozi! The song is called I Was Okay Til I Met You.https://www.instagram.com/goziforever/...2022-06-051h 01The Nostalgia PitWords w/ Elliot Duke Part 1We're back again with Elliot Duke: a hot engineer hailing from Berlin. We talk about the German nostalgia for Soviet rule, life before screens, and what it's like to live in a world where the concept of "real world consequences" seems to be never considered... Stay tuned til the end for a song mastered by Elliot by the Houston based duo Rotten World Pack. The single is Called Pocket (Never Know What You Find).https://www.instagram.com/rottenworldpack/ www.elliotduke.com 2022-05-261h 10The Nostalgia PitGeorge LukewarmWe come out the gates hot talking the Urinary Sensation: R. Kelly himself! Colin’s mind is blown by trival boots, and we go through a TON of movies, bad and not... We also get Rob's spot-on impression of Eminem as well as imagining some new looks for the MCU.2022-05-151h 39The Nostalgia PitWords w/ Chance Random part 2Stories of poor communication between collaborators, vehicular accidents, and the gloriousness that is Ohio. We also dig into the unintentional creation of sub-genres, Kid Cuisine, and cap it off with some debate about the best rapper turned actor. Plus, a guest appearance by the producer of our theme song Goldenbeets and a song at the end by our guest Chance himself. The song is called "2 Letters" off the album "Lunch" with the link below.https://chancerandom.bandcamp.com/album/lunch 2022-05-121h 03The Nostalgia PitDoing Acid in a HurricaneIt’s story time! Recorded on the first day of Hurricane Ida, Kevin tells us about his adventures on LSD in the middle of a hurricane - Gotta love that NYC weather! We go through a list of the "top" Adam Sandler movies while Colin professes the genius of Diddy... Oh, and we get a guest appearance from rap sensation Yung Gerth.2022-05-0854 minThe Nostalgia PitWords w/ Chance Random Part 1A couple of old friends, cuttin' it up... We commence reminiscing on party days at Mission Control (IFYKY), the insanity of Alaska, ambisonic recording, and Che tells us stories of tending buds. Oh, and the importance of planning your own death... We talk that too2022-05-051h 06The Nostalgia PitWelcome to the Drop ZoneLookin into the Hollywood approach to equality, Colin goes full Slingblade out of nowhere… Rob also talks his extinguished lust for Maroon 5 and other music you are apprehensive about admitting past you liked.2022-04-2459 minThe Nostalgia PitWords w/ Kayla Newell Part 2We’re back with Kayal Newell, tattoo goddess extraordinaire! We talk about her career with UV reactive tattoos and how she became a pioneer in the tattoo industry. We also talk about toxic femininity and Kayla asks Colin one of the most important questions of all time: where’s the weirdest place you’ve made whoopie?2022-04-211h 10The Nostalgia PitAreola: Window to the Soul-a?Ahhhhh, the joys of rewarding mediocrity... We talk the mediocre white man (sorry-not-sorry Ben Affleck), penis size, and the future of the marvel multiverse! Helluva hodgepodge...2022-04-181h 09The Nostalgia PitWords w/ Kayla Newell Part 1If you like tattoos and don't know the name Kayla Newell, don't surprised if you do in the future. Kayla is the Queen of the Blacklight, an absolute legend, and just happens to be our biggest fan of the pod!! Here we have part one of our interview with this badass bish talking everything from Kim Cattrall's scatting career (not feces) to catfishing. Plus, we get a special appearance from Celina herself!!IG: @kaylarrrrrBooking inquiries: kaylanewell420@gmail.com2022-04-151h 07The Nostalgia PitJe ne SaisWe learn more about rob’s NYC trip as well as dig into logical fallacies. To keep it light, we pontificate about drug induced schizophrenia and Colin tells us about the time he got dosed. Oh! And people don't know what the word "freedom" actually means...2022-04-101h 21The Nostalgia PitWords w/ IAME of Jade Relics Part 2Part 2 as we welcome back IAME in to promote his new project: Mandarine by the Jade Relics! Rapper/producer extraordinaire from Portland, OR but hailing out of Vermont. IAME reps the bands Jade Relics & Wool See. Member of the Sandpeople, Oldominion, & Heaven Noise Recordings. Make sure you stay tuned to the end of the episode to hear the new gem by Jade Relics: Island.https://linktr.ee/jaderelics https://linktr.ee/iamemusichttps://jaderelics.bandcamp.com/album/mandarine2022-04-0353 minThe Nostalgia PitHigh T!Rob has two brain cells after partying all weekend, but the dudes get that High-T as Colin enthusiastically talks about penises. Rob talks his adventures in NYC as well as the strange intricacies of the Denver airport.2022-04-031h 20The Nostalgia PitWords w/ IAME of Jade Relics Part 1Part 1 of a couple of old friends catching up! We welcome in IAME aka Woolsee in to promote his new project: Jade Relics! Rapper/producer extraordinaire from Portland, OR but hailing out of Vermont. IAME reps the bands Jade Relics & Wool See. Member of the Sandpeople, Oldominion, & Heaven Noise Recordings. Make sure you stay tuned to the end of the episode to hear the new gem by Jade Relics: Mandarine.https://linktr.ee/jaderelics https://linktr.ee/iamemusichttps://jaderelics.bandcamp.com/album/mandarine2022-03-3053 minThe Nostalgia PitWet's ChiliThe whole crew sits down as Kevin teaches us about Uruguayan cuisines to wash down some heavy Adam Sandler talk. We talk the woes of service industry life and how to avoid the hot snakes when you eat a bunch of spicy food.2022-03-271h 31The Nostalgia PitWords w/ David SamsonI wanted to talk to Samson, so I did! The former GM of the Miami Marlins and host of The Nothing Personal Podcast w/ David Samson talks with us about the hope a World Series for the Seattle Mariners, the likelihood of Vulcan leveraging a move for the Portland Trail Blazers, and more sports in the Northwest. We also talk about the dangers of nostalgia and how important it is to keep your eyes forward.2022-03-2250 minThe Nostalgia PitSteve Buschemi EyesSorry-not-sorry to all parents about to listen in… We talk Star Wars in all of its glories and glory holes. We dip into the hypermasculinity in hip hop and the missing element of popular music: consent. Rob nerds out on Marvel stuffs as well as bashes on the Matrix. Colin also talks the effect that fear has on the brain’s decision making processes. And last but not least, we do a deep dive into the Backstreet Boys hit single “I Want It That Way.”2022-03-201h 42The Nostalgia PitWords w/ Smoke M2D6Smoke M2D6 is a production android wizard extraordinaire. He is one of the original members of the legendary Oldominion crew and has been a driving force of the independent music scene since his humble beginnings in 1995. We talk music, football, and the benefits of hardware in music mixing.Song at end: Purple Glitter by Oranj Goodmanhttps://campsite.bio/smokem2d6https://linktr.ee/oranjgoodman2022-03-131h 38The Nostalgia Pit115° (In the Shay-eeeyaid)Recorded last summer on when the entire Northwest became a literal oven, Rob and Hash argue on if Breaking Bad is actually good. We talk when the last time we pooped our pants was. We do our own version of Shark Tank. Rob asks for the definition of mental illness whilst we dig into Colin’s generational trauma (fun!). And of course: the qualms of spite watching reality TV.2022-03-132h 16The Nostalgia PitWords w/ Fresh Kils Part 2Part 2 of our sit down with Andrew Kilgore aka Fresh Kils. Kils highlights coming up in the Canadian music scene, both Toronto and Halifax. The trials of trying to be a musician in the transitional phase between physical copies and streaming. We reminisce on the mixtape era of hip hop; the myths vs. reality of fame; the genius of Paul Verhoeven. We figure out why the right is so much more strategically successful than the left.https://freshkils.com https://freshkils.bandcamp.com https://fakefour.bandcamp.com/track/prison-of-gold 2022-03-061h 05The Nostalgia PitPooh PartyWhat’s the worst way to start a podcast? Rob and Hash do a deep dive into Accidental Racist by Brad Paisley and LL Cool J. Scott Stapp starring as Frank Sinatra in an up and coming film (Owen Wilson voice insert here). We talk the worst movies of the 90s. More details of Colin’s stepmom’s abusive tactics (who cares, amiright?) 2022-03-061h 20The Nostalgia PitWords w/ Fresh Kils Part 1Andrew Kilgore aka Fresh Kils, the mythical beast himself sits down with Hash for a deep dive into life. This interview happened to morning Ukraine was attacked, so it takes a minute to shake off the weight of it all. Andrew professes his love of biographies and true crime and the beauty/insanity of real life. How do we affect real change? We talk how porn is the pioneer of technological breakthroughs, the duality of the two selves and the tole of branding yourself. Plus Kils talks about his though process going into his world famous beat battle victories. 2022-02-271h 04The Nostalgia PitFive Gallon Bucket o' LoveWe welcome Vaughn to the show! We talk the woes of restaurant work, horrible parenting techniques and gaslighting your family. We dig into why people love Drake, how Three 6 Mafia is the greatest, and Vaughn's hot food takes. Oh, and drugs. We talk drugs.2022-02-271h 15The Nostalgia PitPoddin' It! Words w/ Yeti BlancINTERVIEW EXCLUSIVE!Hash had the wonderful privilege of sitting down with the one: the only: Yeti Blanc! Producer for the Greg Cote Show with Greg Cote, co-founder of the Yes! Maybe? No. podcast and overall legend. We talk the beauty of the PNW, fried chicken and root beer, the Braves winning the World Series, and eventually sink into the darker sides of nostalgia... Most importantly, we ask the question that needs to be asked: is Burger King just a cocaine front?https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-greg-cote-show-with-greg-cote/id1501415151https://podcasts.apple.com...2022-02-201h 28
The Nostalgia PitThanks, Taft...Are child actors the worst? Hash ranks his top movies about adolescence. The crew ranks their top Chinese dishes, getting horribly sidetracked by cats. Is Hayden Christensen the worst cast actor in the entire Star Wars universe? Rob thanks Obama for his hemorrhoid. We attempt to direct Tucker Carlson and apathy - and fail. Lastly, a candid public f*** you to Howard Schultz.2022-02-201h 36The Nostalgia PitR.I.P. Wet WillieIs Peter Jackson the worst director of all time?! Disney killed the lemmings?!? Hash breaks down his many vehicular accidents. We talk the dangers/benefits of revisionist history. And we finally figure out where whimsey lives.Also, Hash talks about working on It Did Happen Here with Mic Crenshaw, Erin Yanke, and Celina Flores. Link here: https://itdidhappenherepodcast.com 2022-02-131h 33The Nostalgia PitGod vs. ThorRob digs deep into Back to the Future, technologies that decimated industries, the fantastic nature of incest in Game of Thrones, bands in movies, and the most important question ever asked: God vs. Thor? 2022-02-062h 01The Nostalgia PitLess Ethics: More Success!Can bad artists make good art? We do a deep dive into John Travolta's filmography. We also look into the Tiger Woods documentary on HBO, summers in New York City, and the necessity of doing what you say in your raps. Kevin's top 5 apples.2022-02-061h 16The Nostalgia PitWhite Knuckle RepressionRob and Hash talk the logistics of pooping in space, pain avoidance, Tik Tok, and Rob wants to know where Skrillex is.2022-02-0642 minThe Nostalgia PitEpisode 0: Hey Young WorldHashy intro's the podcast. "Welcome to my personal hell."2022-02-0410 min