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Backwards CompatibleBackwards Compatible #32 - Super Mario Bros. 3 (NES)Want a shout out on the show? Shoot us a text and share your thoughts, game suggestions, etc.!In episode 32 of "Backwards Compatible," we're thrilled to welcome back Odian Levy as we dive into the vibrant and inventive world of "Super Mario Bros. 3." After a short hiatus, we’re eager to explore this cornerstone of the Mario franchise, discussing everything from its innovative power-ups to the diverse array of worlds and the memorable Koopalings."Super Mario Bros. 3" wasn't just a game; it was a cultural phenomenon, heavily promoted through TV commercials and famously featured in th...2024-12-061h 16
Backwards CompatibleBackwards Compatible #30 - Maxmim Carnage [SNES/Genesis]Want a shout out on the show? Shoot us a text and share your thoughts, game suggestions, etc.!In episode 30 of "Backwards Compatible," my good buddy Odian Levy fills in for Lou to discuss a classic from our childhood, "Maximum Carnage" on both the Genesis and SNES. Odian, a dedicated Spider-Man fan (make sure you check out one of our older episodes where he and I discuss the Tobey Maguire Trilogy: https://generations.buzzsprout.com/2024899/episodes/14282630-tobey-maguire-s-spider-man-part1-with-great-power), was eager to dive into the deep cuts of the "Maximum Carnage" storyline, exploring how the game translated the...2024-11-061h 20
Backwards CompatibleTobey Maguire's Spider-Man, Part 3: "Now, Dig on This"Want a shout out on the show? Shoot us a text and share your thoughts, game suggestions, etc.!In the epic conclusion of our 3-part retrospective on the Sam Raimi Spider-Man saga, Odian Levy and I return for one final web-slinging adventure into "Spider-Man 3." As the closing chapter of a trilogy that captivated a generation, this film brought a tumultuous yet heartfelt ending to the story of Tobey Maguire's Peter Parker.Under Sam Raimi's visionary direction, "Spider-Man 3" presented a narrative brimming with complexity and controversy. Released over fifteen years ago, it left a distinct impression...2024-01-241h 31Backwards CompatibleTobey Maguire's Spider-Man, Part 2: "Pizza Time"Want a shout out on the show? Shoot us a text and share your thoughts, game suggestions, etc.!In the second installment of our 3-part look back at the Sam Raimi Spider-Man saga, I team up once again with Odian Levy, the soon-to-be best-selling author behind "Hummingbird," to dissect what is widely hailed as the pinnacle of superhero cinema: Spider-Man 2. This sequel didn't just raise the stakes; it set a new gold standard for what superhero movies could be, intertwining heart-pounding action with the all-too-human drama of balancing life's competing demands.Directed by the horror...2024-01-171h 06Backwards CompatibleTobey Maguire's Spider-Man, Part1: "With Great Power..."Want a shout out on the show? Shoot us a text and share your thoughts, game suggestions, etc.!In part 1 of our 3-part retrospective discussion on the Sam Raimi Spider-Man movies, I'm joined by future best-selling author, Odian Levy (author of Hummingbird, which you can check out here), as we dive deep and dissect what many consider to be the true kick-off point to modern superhero movies, and the reason that we have the vast superhero-centric cinematic universes that we do today (for better and for worse, mind you). Directed by Sam Raimi, who, at t...2024-01-101h 07Backwards CompatibleThe Bourne Trilogy with Odian LevyWant a shout out on the show? Shoot us a text and share your thoughts, game suggestions, etc.!In this captivating episode of Generation 'S', we dive deep into the world of espionage, thrilling narratives, and the legacy of the Bourne movies. Join me as I sit down with (future) best-selling author Odian Levy to discuss his highly-anticipated debut novel, "Hummingbird."To check out the novel for yourself on Amazon, click here."Hummingbird" is a pulse-pounding spy thriller that has been making waves in the literary world. Odian shares the inspiration behind the...2023-09-271h 13