One of the best arcade conversions for the Commodore 64 came out in 1983 and was published by... Commodore. It's GORF!


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It's been 12 years since I last did a show dedicated to Halloween and so I decided that was enough time to revisit the topic. On this episode I'll touch on a few of the topics I covered back on episode 144 (from 2015!) and lots of new stuff, from our 12-foot skeleton and which Halloween songs I'm sick of to all the wonderful animatronics and decorations I've seen at Home Depot, Lowe's, and of course, Spirit Halloween. Happy Halloween to all and be safe out there trick-or-treating!


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Which version of After Burner for the Commodore 64 is the best? Was it the UK/PAL version released by Activision or the US/NTSC version released by Mindscape? Which one will take you to the Danger Zone and which one will flame out? You'll find out as we discuss AFTER BURNER


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Hey! We're back with part two of the Fifty Nifty United States, starting with Maryland and working our way through Wyoming! Lots of classic short stories in this one -- I hope you enjoy!


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Back in grade school we used to sing this song called "Fifty Nifty United States". Not only did it help me memorize the names of all fifty states in alphabetical order, but it also made me want to visit all fifty, which I eventually did. On this episode of You Don't Know Flack I share a short story about each one. I thought I could do all fifty in under an hour but I am a bad judge of time so I stopped at the halfway point. On the next episode we'll pick up where this episode ends!


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In this way out game, find your way out in this 1983 gem from Sirius Software, WAYOUT!


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Have you ever eaten something that was simply too sweet? I never have. Ever since I was a kid I loved sugar and sweets and on this week's episode I share some stories about my SWEET TOOTH!


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Most people like or at least tolerate Wolverine and the Pyromaniac were not like most people, and in the early 80s these two miscreants got together and created one of the most infamous fames of all time... the Great Smurf Massacre! Enjoy this episode recorded live at the 2025 International Retro Computer Expo.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqV_u0Yt1k0
Website for expo: www.IRCExpo.net


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Guys, we did it! We made it to 100 episodes! On this episode of Sprite Castle I'm taking a victory lap to talk about the Commodore and reflect on the history of the podcast. It took us 11 years to reach 100 episodes. Can't wait to hit 200!


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For years I have taken listeners along with me on journeys but never before have I taken you somewhere as dangerous as THE BERMUDA TRIANGLE!


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In this game you can choose from three warriors, each with an axe to grind... a GOLDEN AXE


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Have you ever learned about something that changed your whole outlook on life? I recently learned about Ikigai from Tim Tamashiro and on this episode I want to share what I learned with you in hopes that you get something out of it as well.

Link: TimTamashiro.ca/
Link: How to Ikigai: Lessons for Finding Happiness and Living Your Life's Purpose (Amazon)




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Inspired by my recent trip to the UK I decided to try a game from across the pond. It's SPINDIZZY!


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Susan's back for another special edition of You Don't Know Flack as the two of us recap the two weeks we recently spent on the Carnival Spirit cruise ship. Hear about every part of the ship, from the rough waters and the issues with our room to 80s trivia contests and the art of getting free drinks at the casino. Our ship traveled from Barcelona, Spain to Miami, Florida in March of 2025. Unfortunately two hours wasn't enough time to cover everything we did and so in a few days we'll be recording another episode to cover all the food and all our excursions!

Check out the video version of the podcast here! This one includes lots of pictures and videos from the cruise.

https://youtu.be/p8lQLNaFY2I


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In this brand new, special edition of You Don't Know Flack recorded from the Serenity Deck of the Carnival Spirit Cruise Ship, Flack is joined by his wife Susan as the two of them recap the first half of their UK vacation. From the Tower of London and the Jack the Ripper Museum to the Eiffel Tower and more, we crammed a lot of locations into a week of travel!

Check out the video version of the podcast here!

https://youtu.be/Pm2qNnsxK_E


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One of my favorite C64 games! Collect flags, smash enemy cars, and travel... UP'N DOWN!


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You are all invited to a party in my first apartment... Country Club Apartments! (Lock your car doors.)


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This week we're looking for a hero to pilot a helicopter into enemy lines and rescue 64 hostages in this week's game, CHOPLIFTER!


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You've heard of Pet Rocks, right? In 1983 I made my own commercial for a brand new product, Pet Sticks!

Also available on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/wIqxEeAZxMs


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And so today, so shall I say, we shall revisit, Skara Brae! One of the greatest Commodore 64 fantasy RPGs of all time, BARD'S TALE


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