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When the past becomes present, we've got you covered! Listen weekly as Bryan and Preston talk about current pop culture and how we got here. A retro nostalgia podcast for the modern fan.

Wayback Attack


    • Mar 31, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 9m AVG DURATION
    • 59 EPISODES


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    Episode 54 - Wayback Attack is Vengeance!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 65:13


    It's been said "You either die a hero or live long enough to see yourself become the villain." However, in our case how long we live is measured by the many iterations of the Dark Knight. In this episode of the show we take a look at our favorite caped crusader-themed pop culture. Holy franchise, Batman! This is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 53 - Wayback Attack is Ice Gold!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 44:25


    The world is currently on fire, but every four years everyone comes together and is cool as ice. Let's relive some of our favorite winter Olympics memories and all come out champions. Feel the rhythm, feel the rhyme, get on up, it's Wayback Attack TIME!

    Episode 52 - Wayback's Battle of the TV Dads

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 79:15


    For many of us growing up in the '80s and '90s, television provided a sense of stability. In some cases TV families served in place of our own. Not only did these surrogate TV families keep us latchkey kids company, they taught us some pretty important lessons along the way. In this episode of the show, we pick some fictional father figures to go head-to-head in an all-out brawl to see who is crowned the best TV dad ever! Don't make us turn this car around! This is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 51 - Wayback Is Thankful To Still Be Alive

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 77:47


    It's that time of the year when we sit back and give thanks for all we have, and if you're like us...eat a lot of food. With so many choices out there, in the '80s or '90s it often took a cool gimmick or silly promotion to pick a particular product and fill our cart at the grocery store. Fortunately some traditions don't die. Happy Thanksgiving...This is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 50 - Wayback Does the Monster Mash!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2021 52:23


    Good evening Boils and Ghouls, we're thrilled you decided to tune in to our fabulous 50th episode! We're celebrating two years of fun and since we're possessed by the Halloween spirit, we thought it would be fun to host a party, but not just any party! So drop what you're doing and check out our Monster Mash, it's a graveyard smash and THIS is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 49 - Wayback Can't Fathom Anything Better!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 67:57


    There's just something about the movie theater experience that stirs something deep inside our souls. From the fragrant popcorn, sometimes sticky floors, giant projection screen, and the communal experience, it's been hard to stay away. With the Venom sequel reaching the largest box office since the start of the pandemic and our recent trip to celebrate an animated classic's anniversary we're inspired to revisit some classics that deserve a re-release on the big screen (with a gimmick or two thrown in). Dim the lights, and fire up the projector...THIS is Wayback Attack.

    Episode 48 - Wayback Is Ready To Work!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 72:01


    Roll up those sleeves, and let's get down to business. In a world where it's hard to get folks to show up to work, we're going to look back at some bygone days (and bygone stores) when keeping good employees was as easy as training them for success. Let's revisit some good memories of some awful jobs. Punch your timecard, this is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 47 - Wayback Hits The Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2021 62:03


    With Labor Day right around the corner, that can only mean one thing...school's back in session. Whether you have kids or remain a kid at heart, there can be a comfort in returning to the routine of school. But when you were a kid stuck in the classroom, you longed to break up the regular routine. In this episode of the show, we remember some back to school movies that are anything but normal. Pack your lunch, grab your backpack, and don't miss the bus...this is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 46 - Wayback Gets Wet And Wild!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2021 61:16


    There's more than one way to beat the heat during a hot, hot summer, but none brought us more joy as kids than a trip to the water park! From wave pools and lazy rivers to log flumes and water slides, who wants to just go to a regular pool when there's a water park nearby? Slip and slide into this giant, chlorine-filled wave pool of nostalgia…THIS is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 45 - Wayback Wins the Gold!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 62:28


    Every four years (almost) it seems the whole world comes together for one glorious event, the Olympic games. Millions watch as the best in the world compete with honor for their country bringing with it cheers, tears, and plenty of nostalgia. In this episode of the show we traverse the iconic Olympic rings as we remember our favorite mascots, memories, and champions. Pass the torch and stand on the pedestal...this is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 44 - Wayback Goes Camping

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2021 67:42


    Ahh...the great outdoors! What better way to enjoy a summer vacation than unplugging from the daily grind by getting back to basics and enjoying mother nature? Grand adventure and maximum relaxation are out there waiting for you under the stars, that is...as long as you bring the bug spray. Gather 'round the campfire, kiddos. This is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 43 - Wayback Goes Back to the Movies!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2021 70:35


    With movie theaters opening back up and the summer heat starting to rise, there's no better place to be than the dark comfort of your favorite cinema. From the warm popcorn smell to the Dolby digital surround sound, your local movie theater is ready to prove streaming isn't always the best. As our 2021 summer series kicks off we take a trip to look at some of our favorite summer blockbusters of the past. Lights, camera, action, This is Wayback Attack.

    Episode 42 - Part of This Balanced Breakfast!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 67:31


    Whether you're starting your day or truly breaking your fast, some of the best food from our childhoods were for breakfast! No matter if you needed something hearty, something sweet, or something quick, mom's pantry was always stocked. While some of our favorites are in need of a resurrection, many have withstood the test of time. Part of a well-balanced breakfast, this is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 41 - Wayback Attack's Flawless Victory!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 69:09


    After Capcom's Street Fighter II debuted in 1991, it was almost impossible to imagine another arcade title that could rival or top such a refreshingly fun game. That is...until one year later when the ultraviolent, ultra bloody Mortal Kombat arrived and sent kids scrambling for quarters and launched the video arcade renaissance. Few could have predicted the special moves, fatalities, babalities, and more would launch such a legacy, but after this month's premiere of the new Mortal Kombat movie in theaters and on HBO Max, here we are. Get Over Here...This is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 40 - We're Ready for SPRING BREAK!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 61:09


    It's Spring Break! And let's face it. After this past year, we ALL need a break! But when you take that break from reality, do you prefer quiet solitude, or taking in far-flung sights? OR do you prefer to be shoulder to sweaty shoulder with bikini babes and bulging beefcakes at the beach? In this episode of the show, we look at the origin of the Spring Break craze and some pop culture memories of girls and boys gone wild. Pack your bags, and put on some sunscreen...this is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 39 - Everyone Needs a Good Sidekick!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 64:05


    Everyone wants to stand in the spotlight, but oftentimes the best characters are standing in the shadows. With former sidekicks Bucky Barnes and Sam Wilson finally getting their chance to shine in the new Disney Plus series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, we decided to take a closer look at some other sidekicks who are actually shining stars. Who's the Goose to your Maverick? Grab YOUR favorite wingman….This is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 38 - The Battle of the 80's Sitcom Themes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 83:20


    If you're like me, It's been a long time since you've sat down for appointment television. But with Wandavision ending and reminding us of the glory days of classic TV we realized one great thing we missed about the sitcom was the theme song. Bringing back our bracket showdown, in this episode of the show we see which 80s sitcom theme song has what it takes to wear the crown. Believe it or not...This is Wayback Attack.

    Episode 37 - Wayback Attack Gets Their Ass to Mars

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 67:42


    Preston and Bryan are excited about NASA's latest mission. So much so that they want to share their favorite Mars experiences with you. Hop aboard and take a ride to that red speck in the sky.

    Episode 36 - Wayback Attack Goes Way Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2021 69:29


    When you're as old as we are, you remember a time before HD, before 1080P, heck...a time before every television was in color. Even though many of the shows we grew up with debuted when our parents were kids themselves, due to reruns and syndication, they're some of our favorites as well. In this episode of the show, the new Marvel series WandaVision gives us a chance to get monochromatic with our memories of classic television. Don't touch that dial, this is Wayback Attack!

    Episode 35 - Animated Reboots

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 62:59


    Preston and Bryan talk about the animated reboots they are most excited for this year. Come and see if your favorite childhood properties are getting an animated remake!

    Episode 34 - The Best of 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 63:24


    Preston and Bryan take a look back on the best Waybacks of 2020. From movies and video games, to toys and dystopian futures, we've got you covered.

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    Episode 33 - Jingle Brawls

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 57:28


    Preston and Bryan let the best holiday commercials battle it out for all the presents. Which one will go home with the trophy?!?!

    Episode 32 - Flashback Feast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 70:00


    Preston and Bryan give thanks for retro snacks, with a twist. Come sit at our table and share in this holiday feast.

    Episode 32 - Wayback Attack Has Console Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 74:19


    Preston and Bryan talk about the new generation of gaming and take a look back at what they think are the best and worst video game launches.

    Episode 31 - Wayback Attack Thinks Halloween is Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 69:52


    No Great Pumpkin this year, Charlie Brown? No worries! Preston and Bryan talk about other great Halloween specials that shaped the spooky landscape today.

    Episode 30 - Wayback Attack Rocks the Vote!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 70:26


    Early voting has started in a lot of places. Preston and Bryan want you to get out there and Vote! On the way there you should relive when politics went POP!

    In-Between #4 - TMNT Pinball, Setting Up a Con, Animation Legends, Retrofied Magazine and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 72:53


    In this in-between episode Preston and Bryan cover a wide range of topics. You'll just have to listen to find out what!!

    Episode 28 - Wayback Goes Back to School!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 75:03


    Preston and Bryan make sure to get to homeroom in time to bring you this episode dedicated to everyone's favorite time of year, Back To School. Bring in your desks for this class about memory lane.

    Episode 27 - It's Turtle Time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 73:59


    The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have been around for a while, but that doesn't mean that they're taking a break. Preston and Bryan talk about their favorite turtle memories and what's around the corner for TMNT fans.

    Episode 26 - Take Me Out to the Ball Game!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 71:45


    Bryan and Preston are back! This week they talk about America's pastime and how it's been knocked out of the park in pop culture. Hey, Batta' Batta'...Swing!

    Episode 25 - Cartoon All-Stars to the Rescue

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 57:30


    Preston and Bryan talk over the 1990 "short", Cartoon All-Stars to the Rescue. Come celebrate the 30th anniversary of the classic cartoon that tried to keep America's youth off drugs.

    Episode 24 - Summer Series: Wayback Hits the Beach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 74:22


    In this episode Preston and Bryan hit the waves, in their memories and on the screen. Come listen to the sounds of waves crashing and Timmy Cappello's sax.

    Episode 23 - Summer Series: Rad

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 66:12


    In this episode Preston and Bryan talk about the new Vinegar Syndrome and Utopia Distribution release, Rad. Get ready for some ass sliding!

    Episode 22 - Summer Series: Summer Toys

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2020 62:28


    In this episode Preston and Bryan talk about the toys of summer. We all know your excited about the Velcro Catch Game, but are you ready to get wet?!?!?!

    Episode 21 - Summer Series: Wayback Goes to Camp

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 59:08


    It's summer time, so the boys get sent off to camp. Come and relive their stories of their time in the woods and their time in front of the screen. This is the start of Wayback's Summer Series and you won't want to be left behind.

    Episode 20 - Pac-Man Fever!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 80:51


    This is the first episode that was streamed on Twitch, so the duo decides to make a game out of it. Can you put the top 10 arcades games in order for sales, or more importantly can Preston? Find out on this episode of Wayback Attack.

    Episode 19 - The 1990 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 80:56


    Preston and Bryan watch the 1990 Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards. It goes really fast, so buckle in and get ready to be slimed.

    Episode 18 - Everyday is a Fandom Day

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 72:47


    Preston and Bryan recognize Star Wars Day and Alien Day, as well as remember their fondness for those properties. There are even a couple holidays you haven't heard of.

    Episode 17 - Let's Go to the Mall

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 85:26


    Preston and Bryan take a trip to the mall. Malls are getting ready to reopen so the boys take time to talk about their favorite memories of the malls they grew up in.

    Episode 16 - The Other Info Wars

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 76:24


    Preston and Bryan talk about the history of "As Seen on TV" and "Infomercials". They also take a look at what flopped and what they were sold on.

    In-Between #4 - Listener Questions, Oddly Named Comics/Giveaway, and OUR BIRTHDAYS!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 73:17


    In this in-between episode Preston does a giveaway and tests Bryan's knowledge on obscure comics. Then the duo waxes poetic about birthdays of yesteryear.

    Episode 15 - The Real Tiger King

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 79:33


    Preston and Bryan talk about Tiger King and their favorite "Tiger Kings" growing up.

    Episode 14 - The Joys and Challenges of Isolation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 67:15


    Preston and Bryan take a look at different examples of isolation. Stay home and wash your hands with these great favorites.

    Episode 13 - Forget COVID-19! Here's Viruses We LIKE to Remember!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2020 52:50


    Preston and Bryan talk about COVID-19 and viruses they actually like.

    Episode 12 - Invisibility

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2020 48:48


    Preston and Bryan talk about the newest incarnation of The Invisible Man and their favorite memories of invisibility.

    In-Between #3 - Toy Fair, 80's Escape Rooms, and C+C Ice Cream and Arcade

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 56:56


    In this in-between episode Preston and Bryan talk about the latest Toy Fair, ideas for an 80's themed escape room, and Bryan's latest trip to an ice cream and arcade.

    Episode 11 - Sonic the Hedgehog & Video Game Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2020 69:44


    Sonic the Hedgehog has been part of our lives for a long time, but now he's the subject of a brand new movie! Supposedly it's really good, however, not all video game movies earn praise.

    Episode 10 - Cupid

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2020 64:55


    It's the season of love and the guys love nothing more than talking about cupid. Will they fall for the new horror movie Cupid, or settle for some of his other appearances?

    Episode 9 - Themed Hotels (Atari, Nickelodeon, & More!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2020 81:55


    Sometimes your hotel is a pit-stop and sometimes it's the destination. Listen along as we discuss the newly announce Atari hotel chain and revisit some of the best themed hotels past & present!

    Episode 8 - Super Ad Bowl

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2020 73:44


    The biggest game of the year is here, but all we wanna do is watch the commercials. Listen along as we dive deep into the appeal of commercial winners and losers on television gridirons past and present.

    Episode 7 - Santa, Baby!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2019 65:12


    Ho! Ho! Ho! The big guy's annual arrival is almost here, so we take a look back at some of our favorite weird and wacky Santas in pop culture. We hope this special Christmas episode makes your belly shake when you laugh like a bowl full of jelly!

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