The Insanely Dangerous Retro Podshow is your one-stop nostalgia fix, now hosted solo by the irrepressible Dangerous Dave! From the funky 70s through to the chaotic 00s, Dave dives headfirst into the wild world of retro pop culture—movies, music, TV, games, and everything in between. Expect deep dives, personal takes, outrageous trivia, and unfiltered opinions. Whether you’re reliving your childhood or discovering old-school gems for the first time, this is where retro lives loud, proud, and dangerously. New episodes every week—tune in and turn back time!
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The Insanely Dangerous Retro Podshow is your one-stop nostalgia fix, now hosted solo by the irrepressible Dangerous Dave! From the funky 70s through to the chaotic 00s, Dave dives headfirst into the wild world of retro pop culture—movies, music, TV, games, and everything in between. Expect deep dives, personal takes, outrageous trivia, and unfiltered opinions. Whether you’re reliving your childhood or discovering old-school gems for the first time, this is where retro lives loud, proud, and dangerously. New episodes every week—tune in and turn back time!
🎙️ Season 7, Episode 5 – SHE-RA: PRINCESS OF POWER 💥
By the honour of Grayskull… we’re diving headfirst into one of the most powerful and iconic animated shows of the 1980s — She-Ra: Princess of Power! This week, Dangerous Dave takes a glittery sword-swinging journey through Etheria as we explore how She-Ra stepped out of He-Man’s shadow and became a legend in her own right. Expect retro love, fun facts, and a nod to the unexpected fanbase that adored her — including the boys!
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📼 WHAT HAPPENED WAY BACK WHEN – 1985 Edition Let’s fire up the time machine and rewind to 1985, when big hair was huge, shoulder pads ruled the streets, and your TV guide was packed with drama and dazzle! Here's what was lighting up screens and soundwaves:
🎬 Movies:
Back to the Future zoomed into cinemas and history
The Goonies reminded us that adventure is out there
The Breakfast Club gave us detention with depth
Rocky IV delivered a Cold War KO with Drago vs. Balboa
🎶 Music:
A-ha’s “Take On Me” revolutionized music videos and falsettos
Madonna’s “Into the Groove” made us hit the dancefloor
Simple Minds’ “Don’t You (Forget About Me)” became the anthem of angsty teens
Wham!’s “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” gave us pure pop joy
đź“ş TV Highlights:
Dynasty shocked the world with the Moldavian Massacre
EastEnders launched on BBC with a dead body and a bang
Blockbusters had sixth formers asking “Can I have a P please, Bob?”
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⚔️ RETRO RUMBLE: She-Ra vs. Jem Two 80s icons. One glittery showdown. Who ruled the decade — She-Ra, the sword-wielding rebel princess from Etheria, or Jem, the holographic pop queen with a band and a secret identity? We compare powers, popularity, fashion, music, and lasting legacy. It's the ultimate retro girl-power face-off!
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🦅 ONE SEASON WONDERS: Manimal This week’s short-lived gem is the gloriously bizarre Manimal (1983)! Here’s why it made our list:
Only 8 episodes, but unforgettable
Dr. Jonathan Chase could turn into any animal to fight crime
Special effects by Stan Winston (yes, the Jurassic Park guy!)
Cancelled fast, but lived on in 90s cult crossovers
So ambitious… so camp… so "so bad it's good"
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📝 Dangerously Underrated We spotlight the unsung elements of She-Ra — her complex character arc, the deeper themes of rebellion and leadership, and how this “girls' cartoon” captivated boys and girls alike, proving that action and heart know no gender.
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📣 Got thoughts on Etheria, Manimal madness, or 80s power ballads? Email the show at tidrpinboxsolo@gmail.com or shout out on X @TIDRPodshow.
The Insanely Dangerous Retro Podshow
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The Insanely Dangerous Retro Podshow is your one-stop nostalgia fix, now hosted solo by the irrepressible Dangerous Dave! From the funky 70s through to the chaotic 00s, Dave dives headfirst into the wild world of retro pop culture—movies, music, TV, games, and everything in between. Expect deep dives, personal takes, outrageous trivia, and unfiltered opinions. Whether you’re reliving your childhood or discovering old-school gems for the first time, this is where retro lives loud, proud, and dangerously. New episodes every week—tune in and turn back time!
