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Welcome to The Geeky Retro Nerds Show, a pop culture podcast. Join me as I talk about being a geek, my love for Star Wars and 80s cult classics, being a father and a husband. I keep my episodes bite size for easy listening. New episodes weekly. Get rewarded by listening to the show on Podcoin. Spons…

Geeky Retro Nerds


    • Sep 7, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Alan Silvestri - Back to the Future The Musical

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 52:33


    In this interview my buddy Daz from Back to the Future The Musical Fans Facebook page and I interview movie music legend Alan Silvestri. Alan is currently working on the stage musical version of everyones favourite time travel movie. In this chat he tells us about the process of getting the show from concept to stage, the bumps along the way and the thrill of opening night first in Manchester then in London. We also took the opportunity to ask Alan about his other work including scoring THAT Tony Stark scene in Avengers Endgame! Thanks to @jackproctor for editing. This interview is also available as a video on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6R0yeVymoy8&t=1894s Back to the Future The Musical is now showing at the Adelphi Theatre in London. Purchase tickets here https://www.backtothefuturemusical.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds-show/message

    Robert Macnaughton - ET The Extra Terrestrial

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 65:55


    In this episode I chew the fat with Robert Macnaughton, star of the 1982 mega hit ET The Extra Terrestrial. We chat about the movie and plenty of other things including being at Harrison Fords house! Robert MacNaughton (born December 19, 1966) is an American actor. He is best known for his role as Elliott's brother Michael in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, for which he won a 1982 Young Artist Award as Best Young Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture. MacNaughton also played the lead role of Adam Farmer in the 1983 film I Am the Cheese, based on the young adult novel by Robert Cormier. Sponsored by and part of the Scene Stealers Podcast Network www.scenestealersglobaluk This interview was recorded in 2019 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds-show/message

    Bob Gale - Back to the Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2021 45:27


    My buddy Jack and I catch up with writer, co creator and producer of Back to the Future Bob Gale! We chat about his new book DELOREAN TIME MACHINE - Doc Brown's Owners Workshop Manual from Haynes and Insight Editions. We also chat about the new Discovery+ online show with Chris Lloyd, Expedition Back to the Future and Bob gives us a little insight on what is happening next with Back to the Future The Musical. Huge thanks to Jack for editing and putting this together for me. There is a video version of this interview on my Facebook page here Geeky Retro Nerds Show | Facebook This show is sponsored by and part of the Scene Stealers Podcast Network. www.scenestealersglobal.com You can buy the new book via Amazon here https://amzn.to/38f9Yrq Discover the secrets of Doc Brown's time-traveling DeLorean with the first-ever under-the-hood user's manual featuring never-before-seen schematics and cutaways of cinema's most iconic car. One of the best-loved movie sagas of all time, the Back to the Future trilogy has left an indelible impact on popular culture. Back to the Future: DeLorean Time Machine: Owner's Workshop Manual delves into the secrets of the unique vehicle that transports Marty McFly and Doc Brown through time, including both the original version of the car and the updated flying model. From the DeLorean's unmistakable gull-wing doors to Doc's cutting-edge modifications, including the Flux Capacitor and Mr. Fusion, this manual offers unprecedented insight into the car's inner workings. Filled with exclusive illustrations and never-before-disclosed information, Back to the Future: DeLorean Time Machine: Owner's Workshop Manual is the perfect gift for the trilogy's legion of fans --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds-show/message

    Andre Gower - The Monster Squad

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 78:25


    In this episode my buddy Sherv and I chat to Andre Gower, star of The Monster Squad, about his new documentary Wolfmans Got Nards. We also chat about The A Team, Knight Rider and much much more. This interview was recorded via Skype, the video version of this interview is on my Facebook page here https://fb.watch/44hPLg4bbk/ This show is sponsored by and part of the Scene Stealers Podcast Network. www.scenestealersglobal.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds-show/message

    Josh Heald - Cobra Kai

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 56:13


    In this episode I chat with one of the awesome creative minds behind the Netflix smash hit Cobra Kai. Josh Heald is one of the writers of this amazing show which is breaking all kinds of records. I also take the opportunity to ask Josh about Hot Tub Time Machine which he also wrote.Sponsored by shoutoutexpress.com

    Josh Heald - Cobra Kai

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 56:12


    In this episode I chat with one of the awesome creative minds behind the Netflix smash hit Cobra Kai. Josh Heald is one of the writers of this amazing show which is breaking all kinds of records. I also take the opportunity to ask Josh about Hot Tub Time Machine which he also wrote. Sponsored by shoutoutexpress.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds-show/message

    Dana Barron - National Lampoons Vacation

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 37:41


    Im back! I hope everyone is well and keeping safe. Welcome to Season 2! In this brand new episode I chat with Dana Baron who played the original Audrey Griswold in National Lampoons Vacation, one of my favourite movies of all time!

    Dana Barron - National Lampoons Vacation

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2020 37:40


    Im back! I hope everyone is well and keeping safe. Welcome to Season 2! In this brand new episode I chat with Dana Baron who played the original Audrey Griswold in National Lampoons Vacation, one of my favourite movies of all time! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds-show/message

    An intro from Adam

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2019 0:36


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    Paul Hirsch - Star Wars Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 70:14


    Adam is joined by Academy Award winner Paul Hirsch. Paul won his Oscar for his work on Star Wars. We chat about his work with Brian De Palma, George Lucas, Star Wars, Empire Strikes Back and his brand new book A Long Time Ago In A Cutting Room Far Far Away.....You can buy Pauls book here:UK: https://amzn.to/2RqMnfPUS: https://www.amazon.com/Long-Time-Cutting-Room-Away/dp/1641602554Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are GLYN DAVIES, KARNAK COMICS, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more Pop In A Box: https://bit.ly/2NOYgIHMy Geek Box: https://bit.ly/2PZhQEOIG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Paul Hirsch - Star Wars Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 72:28


    Adam is joined by Academy Award winner Paul Hirsch. Paul won his Oscar for his work on Star Wars. We chat about his work with Brian De Palma, George Lucas, Star Wars, Empire Strikes Back and his brand new book A Long Time Ago In A Cutting Room Far Far Away.....You can buy Pauls book here:UK: https://amzn.to/2RqMnfPUS: https://www.amazon.com/Long-Time-Cutting-Room-Away/dp/1641602554Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are GLYN DAVIES, KARNAK COMICS, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more Pop In A Box: https://bit.ly/2NOYgIHMy Geek Box: https://bit.ly/2PZhQEOIG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Dominic Pace - The Mandalorian

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2019 53:44


    In this episode I chat to Dominic Pace who features as "Gekko" the Bounty Hunter in the brand new, and hotly anticipated, The Mandalorian. The Mandalorian is the first live action Star Wars TV show and is the flagship launch title of the streaming service Disney+. Disney+ and The Mandalorian both launch on 12th November.Dominic is a character actor and has 25 accomplished years under his belt. Listen as we talk about his love for Star Wars, how he got to be in The Mandalorian, some tales from the set and a whole lot more!Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are KARNAK COMICS, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more Pop In A Box: https://bit.ly/2NOYgIHMy Geek Box: https://bit.ly/2PZhQEOIG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Dominic Pace - The Mandalorian

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2019 53:43


    In this episode I chat to Dominic Pace who features as "Gekko" the Bounty Hunter in the brand new, and hotly anticipated, The Mandalorian. The Mandalorian is the first live action Star Wars TV show and is the flagship launch title of the streaming service Disney+. Disney+ and The Mandalorian both launch on 12th November. Dominic is a character actor and has 25 accomplished years under his belt. Listen as we talk about his love for Star Wars, how he got to be in The Mandalorian, some tales from the set and a whole lot more! Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are KARNAK COMICS, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKER Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more Pop In A Box: https://bit.ly/2NOYgIH My Geek Box: https://bit.ly/2PZhQEO IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerds FB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Mark Marshall - Lucasfilm and Amblin Entertainment Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 55:11


    Part 2 of my amazing interview with Mark Marshall who worked at Lucasfilm and Amblin Entertainment where he was Steven Spielberg's Personal Assistant. If you are a fan of The Goonies you need to listen to this episode.Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are LIAM O'HARE, GLYNN DAVIES, DEE FLYNN, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more Pop In A Box: https://bit.ly/2NOYgIHMy Geek Box: https://bit.ly/2PZhQEOIG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Mark Marshall - Lucasfilm and Amblin Entertainment Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 58:13


    Part 2 of my amazing interview with Mark Marshall who worked at Lucasfilm and Amblin Entertainment where he was Steven Spielberg's Personal Assistant. If you are a fan of The Goonies you need to listen to this episode.Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are LIAM O'HARE, GLYNN DAVIES, DEE FLYNN, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more Pop In A Box: https://bit.ly/2NOYgIHMy Geek Box: https://bit.ly/2PZhQEOIG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Mark Marshall - LucasFilm and Amblin Entertainment. Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 58:16


    Mark Marshall worked at Lucasfilm in the late 70s and early 80s and was Steven Spielbergs assistant at Amblin Entertainment in the 80s. Mark and I have an incredible chat about his experiences from the production and release of The Empire Strikes Back and he also shares stories from working with Steven Spielberg ,being on set of Back to the Future and many many more stories. This is part 1 of a 2 part episode.Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are LIAM O'HARE, GLYNN DAVIES, DEE FLYNN, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Mark Marshall - LucasFilm and Amblin Entertainment. Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 58:15


    Mark Marshall worked at Lucasfilm in the late 70s and early 80s and was Steven Spielbergs assistant at Amblin Entertainment in the 80s. Mark and I have an incredible chat about his experiences from the production and release of The Empire Strikes Back and he also shares stories from working with Steven Spielberg ,being on set of Back to the Future and many many more stories. This is part 1 of a 2 part episode.Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are LIAM O'HARE, GLYNN DAVIES, DEE FLYNN, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Bill Bailey

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 52:03


    In this hilarious episode I chat with one of the worlds funniest comedians, Bill Bailey. Bill stars along side Idris Elba in Sky One comedy In The Long Run which returns for series two on Wednesday 16th October. We chat about the show, his comedy, VCRs, Twitter spats and a ton of other stuff.Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are LIAM O'HARE, GLYNN DAVIES, DEE FLYNN, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Bill Bailey

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 52:02


    In this hilarious episode I chat with one of the worlds funniest comedians, Bill Bailey. Bill stars along side Idris Elba in Sky One comedy In The Long Run which returns for series two on Wednesday 16th October. We chat about the show, his comedy, VCRs, Twitter spats and a ton of other stuff.Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are LIAM O'HARE, GLYNN DAVIES, DEE FLYNN, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Karyn Parsons

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2019 49:34


    Listen to me chat with Karyn Parsons about growing up in Santa Monica, her role as Hilary in The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, her new book How High the Moon and Sweet Blackberry.Parsons starred as Hilary Banks on the sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, which aired on NBC from 1990 to 1996. She co-created, co-produced, co-wrote, and co-starred on the Fox sitcom Lush Life in 1996, which was later canceled after four episodes. In 2001, she starred in the critically acclaimed but short-lived television series The Job with Denis Leary. Besides television, Parsons has starred in several films, particularly in comedies such as Late Nights (1992), Major Payne (1995), and The Ladies Man (2000). Parsons is the creator of Sweet Blackberry, a line of animated films about unsung black heroes. The first in the series is about Henry "Box" Brown, a slave who mailed himself to freedom.Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are GLYNN DAVIES, DEE FLYNN, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Karyn Parsons

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2019 52:34


    Listen to me chat with Karyn Parsons about growing up in Santa Monica, her role as Hilary in The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, her new book How High the Moon and Sweet Blackberry.Parsons starred as Hilary Banks on the sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, which aired on NBC from 1990 to 1996. She co-created, co-produced, co-wrote, and co-starred on the Fox sitcom Lush Life in 1996, which was later canceled after four episodes. In 2001, she starred in the critically acclaimed but short-lived television series The Job with Denis Leary. Besides television, Parsons has starred in several films, particularly in comedies such as Late Nights (1992), Major Payne (1995), and The Ladies Man (2000). Parsons is the creator of Sweet Blackberry, a line of animated films about unsung black heroes. The first in the series is about Henry "Box" Brown, a slave who mailed himself to freedom.Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are GLYNN DAVIES, DEE FLYNN, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Julie Ann Emery

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2019 66:04


    I chat with Julie Ann Emery about her career, growing up and Star Wars! Julie began her career at the age of 16 and has appeared in several stage productions, such as A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and Bye Bye Birdie. She has appeared in films and television series such as ER, CSI: Miami, Taken, Commander in Chief, Line of Fire, Hitch, and Fargo. She played recurring character Betsy Kettleman in the first season of Breaking Bad spinoff Better Call Saul. In 2017, Emery joined the main cast for the second season of the television series Preacher, in the role of Lara Featherstone.Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are MARTY WILLCOX, GLYNN DAVIES, DEE FLYNN, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Julie Ann Emery

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2019 66:03


    I chat with Julie Ann Emery about her career, growing up and Star Wars! Julie began her career at the age of 16 and has appeared in several stage productions, such as A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and Bye Bye Birdie. She has appeared in films and television series such as ER, CSI: Miami, Taken, Commander in Chief, Line of Fire, Hitch, and Fargo. She played recurring character Betsy Kettleman in the first season of Breaking Bad spinoff Better Call Saul. In 2017, Emery joined the main cast for the second season of the television series Preacher, in the role of Lara Featherstone.Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH This weeks Executive Producers are MARTY WILLCOX, GLYNN DAVIES, DEE FLYNN, JOY GRADWELL+MIND ACTIVE, MARK STRAKERPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Paul Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2019 51:34


    Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH I chat with 80s chart topping legend Paul Young about his music, Live Aid, Nelson Mandella and why his version of Everytime You Go Away wasn't used at the end of Planes Trains and Automobiles!Paul Antony Young (born 17 January 1956) is an English singer, songwriter and musician. Formerly the frontman of the short-lived bands Kat Kool & the Kool Cats, Streetband and Q-Tips, he was turned into a 1980s teen idol by subsequent solo success. His hit singles include "Love of the Common People", "Wherever I Lay My Hat", "Come Back and Stay", "Every Time You Go Away" and "Everything Must Change", all reaching the top 10 of the UK Singles Chart. Released in 1983, his debut album No Parlez, the first of three UK number-one albums, made him a household name. His smooth yet soulful voice belonged to a genre known as "blue-eyed soul". At the 1985 Brit Awards, Young received the award for Best British Male. Associated with the Second British Invasion of the US, "Every Time You Go Away" reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1985. It also won Best British Video at the 1986 Brit Awards.In July 1985, Young appeared at Live Aid held at Wembley Stadium, London, performing the Band Aid hit "Do They Know It's Christmas?" (having sung the opening lines on the original single release), and his own hits "Come Back and Stay" and "Every Time You Go Away", with Alison Moyet joining him on stage to perform "That's The Way Love Is". Since the mid-1990s, Young has performed with his band Los Pacaminos.EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: MARTY WILCOX, GLYN DAVIES, DEE FLYNN, JOY GRADWELL mindactive.org.ukPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Paul Young

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2019 51:33


    Do you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH I chat with 80s chart topping legend Paul Young about his music, Live Aid, Nelson Mandella and why his version of Everytime You Go Away wasn't used at the end of Planes Trains and Automobiles!Paul Antony Young (born 17 January 1956) is an English singer, songwriter and musician. Formerly the frontman of the short-lived bands Kat Kool & the Kool Cats, Streetband and Q-Tips, he was turned into a 1980s teen idol by subsequent solo success. His hit singles include "Love of the Common People", "Wherever I Lay My Hat", "Come Back and Stay", "Every Time You Go Away" and "Everything Must Change", all reaching the top 10 of the UK Singles Chart. Released in 1983, his debut album No Parlez, the first of three UK number-one albums, made him a household name. His smooth yet soulful voice belonged to a genre known as "blue-eyed soul". At the 1985 Brit Awards, Young received the award for Best British Male. Associated with the Second British Invasion of the US, "Every Time You Go Away" reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1985. It also won Best British Video at the 1986 Brit Awards.In July 1985, Young appeared at Live Aid held at Wembley Stadium, London, performing the Band Aid hit "Do They Know It's Christmas?" (having sung the opening lines on the original single release), and his own hits "Come Back and Stay" and "Every Time You Go Away", with Alison Moyet joining him on stage to perform "That's The Way Love Is". Since the mid-1990s, Young has performed with his band Los Pacaminos.EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: MARTY WILCOX, GLYN DAVIES, DEE FLYNN, JOY GRADWELL mindactive.org.ukPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Sam J Jones, Melody Anderson and Lisa Downs

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2019 115:08


    I have made it to 50 episodes! And what a way to mark the occasion! On this episode I don't have 1 guest. I don't have 2 guests. I have 3 guests! In this Flash Gordon special I speak to Lisa Downs, Producer and Director of the Life After Flash documentary. I also speak to Melody Anderson, who played Dale Arden in flash Gordon. and I also speak to Flash himself, Sam J Jones. In wide ranging conversations we celebrate our love of this fantastic movie! Special thanks to Lisa Downs for setting up the conversation with Melody.Visit my website and buy merch at https://geekyretronerds.weebly.com/You can purchase Life After Flash on Blu-ray or DVD here: https://www.lifeafterflash.com/shopYou can purchase it on VOD here: https://www.lifeafterflash.com/vodEXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: MARTY WILCOX, GLYN DAVIESDo you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Sam J Jones, Melody Anderson and Lisa Downs

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2019 117:37


    I have made it to 50 episodes! And what a way to mark the occasion! On this episode I don't have 1 guest. I don't have 2 guests. I have 3 guests! In this Flash Gordon special I speak to Lisa Downs, Producer and Director of the Life After Flash documentary. I also speak to Melody Anderson, who played Dale Arden in flash Gordon. and I also speak to Flash himself, Sam J Jones. In wide ranging conversations we celebrate our love of this fantastic movie! Special thanks to Lisa Downs for setting up the conversation with Melody.Visit my website and buy merch at https://geekyretronerds.weebly.com/You can purchase Life After Flash on Blu-ray or DVD here: https://www.lifeafterflash.com/shopYou can purchase it on VOD here: https://www.lifeafterflash.com/vodEXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: MARTY WILCOX, GLYN DAVIESDo you want to be credited as EXECUTIVE PRODUCER of the show? Donate and invest in the shows growth here: https://bit.ly/2yLJyeH Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Ian Shaw and cast of The Shark is Broken

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2019 33:40


    In this episode I speak with the cast and co producer of The Shark Is Broken. 'You’re gonna need a bigger boat.' Jaws, Martha’s Vineyard 1974: three iconic actors, Robert Shaw, Roy Scheider and Richard Dreyfuss, are tortuously confined together on the Orca while filming, enduring endless delays, studio politics, foul weather and a constantly broken mechanical shark called Bruce. Conversation deteriorates into actor insecurities, competing egos, petty rivalry and excess alcohol consumption. Written by Joseph Nixon and Ian Shaw (Robert Shaw’s son) inspired by his father’s diaries, this hilarious world premiere offers startling insights into the backstage Hollywood truths behind one of the greatest blockbusters of all time. Director: Guy Masterson.Visit my website and buy merch at https://geekyretronerds.weebly.com/The show is on at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival until 26th August. Buy tickets here: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/shark-is-brokenPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Ian Shaw and cast of The Shark is Broken

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2019 34:55


    In this episode I speak with the cast and co producer of The Shark Is Broken. 'You’re gonna need a bigger boat.' Jaws, Martha’s Vineyard 1974: three iconic actors, Robert Shaw, Roy Scheider and Richard Dreyfuss, are tortuously confined together on the Orca while filming, enduring endless delays, studio politics, foul weather and a constantly broken mechanical shark called Bruce. Conversation deteriorates into actor insecurities, competing egos, petty rivalry and excess alcohol consumption. Written by Joseph Nixon and Ian Shaw (Robert Shaw’s son) inspired by his father’s diaries, this hilarious world premiere offers startling insights into the backstage Hollywood truths behind one of the greatest blockbusters of all time. Director: Guy Masterson.Visit my website and buy merch at https://geekyretronerds.weebly.com/The show is on at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival until 26th August. Buy tickets here: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/shark-is-brokenPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Harriet Thorpe - BRING BACK BRITTAS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2019 38:43


    I chat with the lovely Harriet Thorpe, one of the UKs great stage and screen actresses who has been in flipping loads of things including Absolutely Fabulous, French and Saunders and of course The Brittas Empire. And Harriet is on a mission! She is campaigning to BRING BACK BRITTAS! And get The Brittas Empire on Netflix. And we can all help out, get online and check out @bringBKbrittas. Lets do it! the Brittas Empire was s such a great show and Harriet and I chat about it here.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Harriet Thorpe - BRING BACK BRITTAS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2019 39:58


    I chat with the lovely Harriet Thorpe, one of the UKs great stage and screen actresses who has been in flipping loads of things including Absolutely Fabulous, French and Saunders and of course The Brittas Empire. And Harriet is on a mission! She is campaigning to BRING BACK BRITTAS! And get The Brittas Empire on Netflix. And we can all help out, get online and check out @bringBKbrittas. Lets do it! the Brittas Empire was s such a great show and Harriet and I chat about it here.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Melanie and Martina - 30 Years of Fun House

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2019 34:26


    In this episode I continue the 30 year celebrations of Fun House by chatting with the famous Fun House twins Melanie and Martina. The twins were an essential part of Fun House for 11 series and in this lively chat we talk about, amongst other things, how they got involved in Fun House and how their band "A Twin Thing" was huge in Japan.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Melanie and Martina - 30 Years of Fun House

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2019 35:41


    In this episode I continue the 30 year celebrations of Fun House by chatting with the famous Fun House twins Melanie and Martina. The twins were an essential part of Fun House for 11 series and in this lively chat we talk about, amongst other things, how they got involved in Fun House and how their band "A Twin Thing" was huge in Japan.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Hugo Myatt - Knightmare

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2019 42:29


    I have an awesome conversation with the one and only Hugo Myatt, who played Treguard the Dungeon Master in the fantastic kids TV show Knightmare. It was a must see show when I was a kid and was the pinnacle of early evening viewing after school. Hugo and I discuss the conception of Knightmare, how he got involved and some behind the scenes stories involving some of the kids having a punch up! if you were a fan of Knightmare this is not to be missed.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Hugo Myatt - Knightmare

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2019 42:28


    I have an awesome conversation with the one and only Hugo Myatt, who played Treguard the Dungeon Master in the fantastic kids TV show Knightmare. It was a must see show when I was a kid and was the pinnacle of early evening viewing after school. Hugo and I discuss the conception of Knightmare, how he got involved and some behind the scenes stories involving some of the kids having a punch up! if you were a fan of Knightmare this is not to be missed.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Star Wars Year by Year -1980 The Empire Strikes Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2019 43:20


    In this episode I continue looking at each year in the history of Star Wars, this time its the turn of 1980! A huge year because not only was I born but also because The Empire Strikes Back was released. I talk about the release of the movie, the audience reaction, the toys and the biggest movies and music from the year. Stay listening to the end for some awesome Star Wars poetry from @starwarspoet on Twitter and InstagramPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Star Wars Year by Year -1980 The Empire Strikes Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2019 44:49


    In this episode I continue looking at each year in the history of Star Wars, this time its the turn of 1980! A huge year because not only was I born but also because The Empire Strikes Back was released. I talk about the release of the movie, the audience reaction, the toys and the biggest movies and music from the year. Stay listening to the end for some awesome Star Wars poetry from @starwarspoet on Twitter and InstagramPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Jeffrey Weissman - 30 years of Back to the Future Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2019 53:48


    In this episode I start the 30th anniversary of Back to the Future Part 2 celebrations early by chatting with the incredibly nice, interesting and generous Jeffrey Weissman. Jeffrey played the role of George Mcfly in both sequels. We chat about how he came to star in one of the best sequels of all time, his experiences during filming, his other credits including Saved by the Bell and Pale Rider. And he has a band called Mr Fusion! If your a Back to the Future fan you don't want to miss this.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Jeffrey Weissman - 30 years of Back to the Future Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2019 53:47


    In this episode I start the 30th anniversary of Back to the Future Part 2 celebrations early by chatting with the incredibly nice, interesting and generous Jeffrey Weissman. Jeffrey played the role of George Mcfly in both sequels. We chat about how he came to star in one of the best sequels of all time, his experiences during filming, his other credits including Saved by the Bell and Pale Rider. And he has a band called Mr Fusion! If your a Back to the Future fan you don't want to miss this.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Pat Sharp - 30 Years of Fun House

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2019 32:30


    In this episode I talk to the king of kids TV Pat Sharp. We discuss the 30th anniversary of kids TV show Fun House, his career and yes....I mention the mullet.You can contact Pat at patsharp.co.ukPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Pat Sharp - 30 Years of Fun House

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2019 32:29


    In this episode I talk to the king of kids TV Pat Sharp. We discuss the 30th anniversary of kids TV show Fun House, his career and yes....I mention the mullet.You can contact Pat at patsharp.co.ukPromo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Big

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2019 27:18


    In this episode I look at the fantastic movie Big starring Tom Hanks and Elizabeth Perkins. I find out some fascinating behind the scenes facts and read some of my Twitter followers memories of this movie, including one from Elizabeth Perkins herself!Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Big

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2019 28:32


    In this episode I look at the fantastic movie Big starring Tom Hanks and Elizabeth Perkins. I find out some fascinating behind the scenes facts and read some of my Twitter followers memories of this movie, including one from Elizabeth Perkins herself!Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Star Wars Year by Year - 1979

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2019 33:09


    I continue my look at each year in the history of Star Wars. 1979 was a big year due to the filming of The Empire Strikes Back. Filming starts under troubled conditions in Finse, Norway for the location shots for Hoth. I also speak about the top movies and music from that year.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Star Wars Year by Year - 1979

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2019 34:38


    I continue my look at each year in the history of Star Wars. 1979 was a big year due to the filming of The Empire Strikes Back. Filming starts under troubled conditions in Finse, Norway for the location shots for Hoth. I also speak about the top movies and music from that year.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Adam Christopher - Stranger Things: Darkness on the Edge of Town

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2019 43:33


    In this episode I chat with Adam Christopher, author of the new official Stranger Things novel Darkness on the Edge of Town. We chat about the book, growing up in New Zealand, movies we love and his other projects including Star Wars.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Adam Christopher - Stranger Things: Darkness on the Edge of Town

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2019 43:32


    In this episode I chat with Adam Christopher, author of the new official Stranger Things novel Darkness on the Edge of Town. We chat about the book, growing up in New Zealand, movies we love and his other projects including Star Wars.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Avengers Endgame - *SPOILER FREE* Reaction And Review Round Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2019 21:24


    In this SPOILER FREE episode I react to the amazing Avengers Endgame and round some IMDB reviews.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Avengers Endgame - *SPOILER FREE* Reaction And Review Round Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2019 21:23


    In this SPOILER FREE episode I react to the amazing Avengers Endgame and round some IMDB reviews.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

    Making Back to The Future - including Race Through Time book review

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 33:39


    In this new series I take detailed look at each week in the shooting schedule of Back to the Future. Each episode will dive into the fascinating highs and lows of producing this wonderful movie. This episode features weeks 1-3 and includes a review of the awesome new book Race Through Time.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show

    Making Back to The Future - including Race Through Time book review

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 33:38


    In this new series I take detailed look at each week in the shooting schedule of Back to the Future. Each episode will dive into the fascinating highs and lows of producing this wonderful movie. This episode features weeks 1-3 and includes a review of the awesome new book Race Through Time.Promo: truffleshuffle.com for geeky t-shirts and retro gifts. Use my discount code GRNS15 to get a 15% discount on a spend of £25 or more @podcoin A free app which rewards you for listening to podcasts. Download for free on Apple and Android. IG & Twitter: @geekyretronerdsFB: Geeky Retro Nerds Show --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geeky-retro-nerds4/message

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