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Rediscover The 80sRediscover The 80sMemory Jogger 62: Karate KidTake a journey with our guest Karen as we jog our memories about The Karate Kid and her crush on Ralph Macchio and the "Ken-like" Willam Zabka.  We discuss the memories and where we watched the movies to include all of the Karate Kid successive series.  We touch on but do not spoil the recent Cobra Kai series as well.2025-06-1353 minRetro ResurgenceRetro ResurgenceRetro Resurgence #10-Funko Free For All, Kenner's The Empire Strikes Back, We Are The World & Mr. Baseball Bob UeckerEpisode 10 of the Retro Resurgence features two special guests, friends of the TRN Community Karen Flieger (@retrodolls77) and Chris Bailey (@beatles_toybox). The gang discuss all the major movies celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2025, including Back to the Future, Jaws, The Goonies and others.12:37 | Main Topic: The Funko Pops We NeedChad's pick this week is all about "Funko Pops", including a brief history and intro of the relatively new toy company, followed by each person bringing a few Pops for a short "Show and Tell" segment, and then we get into a roundtable discussion about...2025-01-312h 09After LunchAfter Lunch336 | Casino Royale (2006)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger begin the new year with a new era in the Bond series. We're finally watching Daniel Craig and talking about Martin Campbell's reboot, Casino Royale. Or is it a reboot? What about M? Continuity is on the agenda as well as action, character arcs, and ambiguity about who the heroes and villains are.2025-01-062h 22After LunchAfter Lunch336 | Casino Royale (2006)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger begin the new year with a new era in the Bond series. We're finally watching Daniel Craig and talking about Martin Campbell's reboot, Casino Royale. Or is it a reboot? What about M? Continuity is on the agenda as well as action, character arcs, and ambiguity about who the heroes and villains are.2025-01-062h 22After LunchAfter Lunch253 | Moonraker (1979)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger kick off the new year with one of the most infamous Bond movies. James Bond goes to space and pigeons do double-takes in the over-the-top, Star Wars-inspired Moonraker. Is it fun? Is it garbage? Or is it both?2024-01-082h 39After LunchAfter Lunch253 | Moonraker (1979)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger kick off the new year with one of the most infamous Bond movies. James Bond goes to space and pigeons do double-takes in the over-the-top, Star Wars-inspired Moonraker. Is it fun? Is it garbage? Or is it both?2024-01-082h 39After LunchAfter Lunch200 | Diamonds Are Forever (1971)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger close out the Sean Connery era of the Bond films with Diamonds Are Forever. They talk about the return of Connery, whether it's a worthy follow-up to On Her Majesty's Secret Service, and the wisdom of hiring a jazz musician and Crispin Glover's dad to play assassins. The movie's directed by Goldfinger's Guy Hamilton and also stars Jill St John, Charles Gray, Lana Wood, and Jimmy Dean.2023-08-072h 37After LunchAfter Lunch200 | Diamonds Are Forever (1971)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger close out the Sean Connery era of the Bond films with Diamonds Are Forever. They talk about the return of Connery, whether it's a worthy follow-up to On Her Majesty's Secret Service, and the wisdom of hiring a jazz musician and Crispin Glover's dad to play assassins. The movie's directed by Goldfinger's Guy Hamilton and also stars Jill St John, Charles Gray, Lana Wood, and Jimmy Dean.2023-08-072h 37After LunchAfter Lunch191 | On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1969)After some Goldfinger and Thunderball trivia that you can play along with, Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger talk about George Lazenby's grounded and human James Bond, Diana Riggs' lovely and kickass Tracy di Vicenzo, and Telly Savalas' tough and brutish Ernst Stavro Blofeld. It's an unusual entry in the series, but is it also good? Once they settle that, the panel wraps with some On Her Majesty's Secret Service trivia, too.2023-07-033h 37After LunchAfter Lunch191 | On Her Majesty's Secret Service (1969)After some Goldfinger and Thunderball trivia that you can play along with, Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger talk about George Lazenby's grounded and human James Bond, Diana Riggs' lovely and kickass Tracy di Vicenzo, and Telly Savalas' tough and brutish Ernst Stavro Blofeld. It's an unusual entry in the series, but is it also good? Once they settle that, the panel wraps with some On Her Majesty's Secret Service trivia, too.2023-07-033h 37After LunchAfter Lunch186 | You Only Live Twice (1967)This extra-sized episode opens with Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger answering trivia questions about Dr No and From Russia With Love. The questions are multiple choice, so play along as you listen.    After that, the panel returns to the official Bond film series with Sean Connery's first last appearance in the role. And they are not in agreement about the quality of this film. They'll talk about why before wrapping up with more trivia, this time about You Only Live Twice.2023-06-052h 57After LunchAfter Lunch186 | You Only Live Twice (1967)This extra-sized episode opens with Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger answering trivia questions about Dr No and From Russia With Love. The questions are multiple choice, so play along as you listen.    After that, the panel returns to the official Bond film series with Sean Connery's first last appearance in the role. And they are not in agreement about the quality of this film. They'll talk about why before wrapping up with more trivia, this time about You Only Live Twice.2023-06-052h 57After LunchAfter Lunch179 | Casino Royale (1967)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger wrap up their digression into 1967 unofficial Bond movies with a look at Charles K Feldman's spoof, Casino Royale, starring David Niven, Ursula Andress, Peter Sellers, Woody Allen, and Orson Welles. It's a classic train wreck of a movie, but does that mean that it's no good? We talk about what happened behind the scenes during production, critique the jokes, and try to make sense of the plot.2023-05-082h 20After LunchAfter Lunch179 | Casino Royale (1967)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger wrap up their digression into 1967 unofficial Bond movies with a look at Charles K Feldman's spoof, Casino Royale, starring David Niven, Ursula Andress, Peter Sellers, Woody Allen, and Orson Welles. It's a classic train wreck of a movie, but does that mean that it's no good? We talk about what happened behind the scenes during production, critique the jokes, and try to make sense of the plot.2023-05-082h 20After LunchAfter Lunch172 | OK Connery (1967)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger take a detour from the main James Bond series to watch Italy's OK Connery (aka Operation: Kid Brother) starring Sean Connery's younger brother as a famous secret agent's younger brother who's pulled into a spy caper. Thanks to the super popularity of Goldfinger and Thunderball, lots of Bond spoofs and rip-offs came out around this time, but OK Connery is unique for including iconic actors from the actual Bond movies, including Lois Maxwell, Bernard Lee, Daniela Bianchi, Adolfo Celi, and Anthony Dawson. But is it any good? Our panel may not all agree.2023-04-031h 14After LunchAfter Lunch172 | OK Connery (1967)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger take a detour from the main James Bond series to watch Italy's OK Connery (aka Operation: Kid Brother) starring Sean Connery's younger brother as a famous secret agent's younger brother who's pulled into a spy caper. Thanks to the super popularity of Goldfinger and Thunderball, lots of Bond spoofs and rip-offs came out around this time, but OK Connery is unique for including iconic actors from the actual Bond movies, including Lois Maxwell, Bernard Lee, Daniela Bianchi, Adolfo Celi, and Anthony Dawson. But is it any good? Our panel may not all agree.2023-04-031h 14Totally Rad Christmas!Totally Rad Christmas!Moonlighting pt2 (w/ Michael, Karen and Ken)What’s up, dudes? If your stocking gets stolen and your tree can't be found, you may as well call us 'cause we'll be around. We have to work Christmas, so if you're in a pinch, just give Blue Moon a jingle and ask for the Grinch. That’s right! Karen Flieger from The Retro Network, Ken Kessler from Sounds of Christmas, and Michael Christelman of the Saturday Morning Mafia are here to talk the “Moonlighting” Christmas episode It’s a Wonderful Job!When the staff rebels after being forced to work on Christmas, Maddie (Cybill Shepherd) wishes she...2023-03-271h 27After LunchAfter Lunch167 | Thunderball (1965)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger talk about Sean Connery's fourth adventure as James Bond in Thunderball. Lots of music discussion in this one, praise for Paula Caplan and Fiona Volpe, and awe at Largo's impressive sense of fashion.2023-03-202h 36After LunchAfter Lunch167 | Thunderball (1965)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger talk about Sean Connery's fourth adventure as James Bond in Thunderball. Lots of music discussion in this one, praise for Paula Caplan and Fiona Volpe, and awe at Largo's impressive sense of fashion.2023-03-202h 36After LunchAfter Lunch151 | From Russia with Love (1963)Michael and Rob and Karen Flieger board the Orient Express to speed up the frequency of their Bond movie discussions this year, starting with Sean Connery's second appearance as Bond in From Russia with Love. The trio talks about the characters, music, quips, clothing, gadgets, and everything else that makes this one of their favorites. 2023-01-022h 23After LunchAfter Lunch151 | From Russia with Love (1963)Michael and Rob and Karen Flieger board the Orient Express to speed up the frequency of their Bond movie discussions this year, starting with Sean Connery's second appearance as Bond in From Russia with Love. The trio talks about the characters, music, quips, clothing, gadgets, and everything else that makes this one of their favorites. 2023-01-022h 23Philosophieren mit HirnPhilosophieren mit Hirn#25 AUF GEHT'S! Darf man überhaupt noch reisen?Wenn Kosmopolitismus auf Flugscham trifftKönnen wir noch in Flugzeuge steigen ohne uns zu schämen? Sollten wir nicht längst auf Bus und Bahn umgestiegen sein – oder gar gleich zu Hause bleiben?Kurz vor dem Sommerurlaub fragt Philosophin Lisz Hirn: Warum reisen wir? Und was tun wir eigentlich genau dabei? Wann werden aus Touristen Reisende und woher stammt die Idee des Kosmopolitismus? In der letzten Folge dieser Staffel reisen wir quer durch all diese Fragen. Zu Wort kommen große Philosoph*innen wie Bertha von Suttner, H.D. Thoreau oder Friedrich Nietzsche und vielle...2022-07-0619 minGreatest ListsGreatest ListsThe Duran Duran Hall of Fame EpisodeIt's a special bonus episode of The Greatest Lists! Jason and Eric are joined by fellow Retro Network contributors and listeners, Tim (@OldSchool80s) and Karen (@KarenFlieger8), to discuss the top ten songs from 2022 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Duran Duran. To find the songs on your favorite music service, use the links below:https://songwhip.com/duran-duranFollow the hosts on Twitter, Eric (@Eric_Vardeman) and Jason (@RD80s), and give them your feedback on this episode's song choice! You can also stream episodes from your browser at our website: https://greatestlists...2022-06-1542 minAfter LunchAfter Lunch106 | Dr No (1962)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger discuss the first James Bond feature film: how it compares to the Fleming novel while setting the stage for the 60-year (and running) series of movies about the world's favorite super spy. 2022-05-112h 27After LunchAfter Lunch106 | Dr No (1962)Michael, Rob, and Karen Flieger discuss the first James Bond feature film: how it compares to the Fleming novel while setting the stage for the 60-year (and running) series of movies about the world's favorite super spy. 2022-05-112h 27The Retro Network Drive-InThe Retro Network Drive-InGroundhog Day (1993)TRN Drive-In returns with a holiday screening of the 1993 film Groundhog Day starring Bill Murray. Join Gary (@milehighsamurai), Karen (@KarenFlieger8), Tim (@OldSchool80s), and Jason (@RD80s) as they the journey to Punxsutawney, PA to watch Phil Connors experience Groundhog Day, over and over again. You'll hear facts you may not know, box office stats, casting what-ifs, our Drive-In awards including our favorite scenes, lines and which supporting actor stole the show.Links mentioned during the podcast:Making of Groundhog Day featuretteDeleted ScenesTell us your thoughts by interacting with us on...2022-01-311h 41Advent Calendar House - TV Holiday & Christmas SpecialsAdvent Calendar House - TV Holiday & Christmas SpecialsCare Bears Nutcracker Suite🎄 It’s 1988, and we’re staring intensely at the totally nuts series finale of The Care Bears Family, the Care Bears’ last TV appearance for 16 years.  ****  🎙 Guests:  Lindy Kempe (@ieatvideogames).  Karen Flieger (@karenflieger8, The Retro Network).  ****  💬 Topics & Tangents:  1. The World’s Smallest Tenderheart Bear.  2. Karen’s awesome Nutcracker socks.  3. Abby Hagyard on Twitter (Ms. Walker, and also Mom on You Can’t Do That on Television).  4. The Wild Puffalumps.  5. Billie Mae Richards, the voice of Rudolph, as Tenderheart Bear in The Care Bea...2021-12-081h 25After LunchAfter Lunch53: Climax! "Casino Royale"In the first of a series of James Bond episodes, Michael and Rob are joined by Karen Flieger to talk about Bond's first screen appearance in 1954's Climax! TV adaptation of Casino Royale. How watchable is "Card Sense" Jimmy Bond's team up with Clarence Leiter to take down Peter Lorre? Grab a seat at the table and we'll be glad to deal you in.2021-09-131h 22After LunchAfter Lunch53: Climax! "Casino Royale"In the first of a series of James Bond episodes, Michael and Rob are joined by Karen Flieger to talk about Bond's first screen appearance in 1954's Climax! TV adaptation of Casino Royale. How watchable is "Card Sense" Jimmy Bond's team up with Clarence Leiter to take down Peter Lorre? Grab a seat at the table and we'll be glad to deal you in.2021-09-131h 22After LunchAfter Lunch48: Familify Something for DisneyBack on Episode 35, we sexified some stories for the CW. On this episode, we do the opposite as Michael and Rob welcome Karen Flieger and Adam Pope to turn material for grown-ups into kid-friendly fare.2021-08-021h 45After LunchAfter Lunch48: Familify Something for DisneyBack on Episode 35, we sexified some stories for the CW. On this episode, we do the opposite as Michael and Rob welcome Karen Flieger and Adam Pope to turn material for grown-ups into kid-friendly fare.2021-08-021h 45Hellions TalksHellions TalksKaren Flieger of The Retro Network(This interview previously aired on The House Show podcast.)It is time to hear all about the woman behind the retweet button. It’s time to sit down with the Retro Network’s own Karen Flieger. Karen seemed to come out of nowhere and instantly became one of the greatest champions for this blogging/podcasting circle. She then switched hats and went from a fan to a creator as one of the most prolific writers on The Retro Network. On today’s episode of The Hot Tag, Kevin sits down for a one on...2021-05-032h 15The House ShowThe House Show5.5 - The Run In: Hot Tag with Karen FliegerIt is time to hear all about the woman behind the retweet button. It’s time to sit down with the Retro Network’s own Karen Flieger. Karen seemed to come out of nowhere and instantly became one of the greatest champions for this blogging/podcasting circle. She then switched hats and went from a fan to a creator as one of the most prolific writers on The Retro Network. On today’s episode of The Hot Tag, Kevin sits down for a one on one interview with Karen. How did she discover all of us...2021-05-032h 15Come Fly With UsCome Fly With UsCFWU 55 - CCC (Cabin, Cockpit, Corona)Datum: 25 März 2021   Interview Folge mit @LoulouMcFly Auch bekannt aus dem Reisewahnsinn Podcast Einleitung Wie geht es Dir Wie geht es uns Fragen: Shutteln Privat aktivitäten Finanziell Was bekommst Du so von anderen persönlich mit Was sagen die Foren so. Die „Karens“ auf der einen Seite Der CPT bei Edeka Onboard Kuriere Aushilfen Grundschule, Impfzentren, Tafel etc. Viele beim Empfang in Arztpraxen, Kliniken! @Zelgomat als Lektor Werbung (als Stimme) Lieferando, Postbote Viele zurück in die alte medizinische Ausbildung Eheberatung (bestimmt an Bord gelernt) Wenn gefl...2021-03-281h 15Die Woche – der Pfefferminzia Podcast für VersicherungsheldenDie Woche – der Pfefferminzia Podcast für VersicherungsheldenDie Woche #27 – Der Pfefferminzia Podcast für VersicherungsheldenWillkommen zu Folge 27 unseres Podcasts! Im Gespräch Mit Sebastian Grabmaier JDC-Chef Sebastian Grabmaier ist gerne unterwegs. „Ich sitze häufiger im Flieger als eine Stewardess“, sagte der Vorstandschef von Jung, DMS & Cie. einmal. Doch die Zeiten haben sich geändert – heute ist Grabmaier coronabedingt vor allem im Homeoffice in München anzutreffen. Von dort aus sprach er mit uns darüber, wie zuversichtlich er auf das Jahr 2021 blickt, wie er den Maklerpool-Markt einschätzt und was sein Ehrgeiz beim Regatta-Segeln mit dem Wettbewerb im Wirtschaftsleben zu tun hat. Die News der Woche, Teil 1 Wenn die Bild-Zeitung mit der Schl...2021-01-2942 minThe Retro Network Drive-InThe Retro Network Drive-InA Christmas Story (1983)TRN Drive-In returns with a special holiday screening of the 1983 film A Christmas Story! Guests for this episode will include Karen (@KarenFlieger8), Tim (@oldschool80s), and hosted by Jason (@RD80s). Relive this timeless classic including facts and box office stats, casting what-ifs, our Drive-In awards including favorite scenes and lines, and some Did You Know trivia.Book mentioned during the podcast: A Christmas Story: Behind the Scenes of a Holiday ClassicTell us your thoughts by interacting with us on social media @TRNsocial on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.Fans of TRN Drive-In...2020-12-221h 22After LunchAfter Lunch18: Christmas TV EpisodesChristian Nielsen and new guest Karen Flieger join Rob and Michael to talk about their favorite Christmas episodes of TV shows. In discussions of The Beverly Hillbillies, Bewitched, Friends, and Justice League, the Clampetts learn about the politics of gift-giving, the Stephens' help an orphan boy discover the spirit of the season, Ross tries to teach his son about Hanukkah after a lifetime of Santa, and Superman invites Martian Manhunter home for the holidays. Featuring music by Straight No Chaser.2020-12-211h 48After LunchAfter Lunch18: Christmas TV EpisodesChristian Nielsen and new guest Karen Flieger join Rob and Michael to talk about their favorite Christmas episodes of TV shows. In discussions of The Beverly Hillbillies, Bewitched, Friends, and Justice League, the Clampetts learn about the politics of gift-giving, the Stephens' help an orphan boy discover the spirit of the season, Ross tries to teach his son about Hanukkah after a lifetime of Santa, and Superman invites Martian Manhunter home for the holidays. Featuring music by Straight No Chaser.2020-12-211h 48