Retro Resurgence

Retro Resurgence pairs Ken Spaulding, an 80s kid, with Chad Droze, who grew up in the 90s, and the generational gap between them is half the fun. They cover movies, TV, toys, sports, food, tech, and basically anything that triggers a remember-when reaction, but the dual-decade perspective keeps things from becoming a one-note nostalgia trip. The show is relatively young at 45 episodes but already has a solid structure. Regular segments include Recurrent Events for retro news, Time Capsule deep dives into specific years (their 1996 episode is a standout), and Grab Bag themed compilations. They also produce bonus episodes - their Hasbro WWF toyline retrospective is exactly the kind of hyper-specific content that retro fans crave. Ken and Chad release episodes every two weeks, giving them time to actually prepare rather than just winging it. Recent topics have ranged from ranking the best movie montages of the 80s and 90s to debating songs with cities and states in their titles. The conversations feel natural but organized, which is a tricky balance for a two-host format. They keep things clean-rated and family friendly, so you can listen with your kids and explain why a Trapper Keeper was once the most important back-to-school purchase imaginable. The show is still building its audience, but the production quality and consistent output suggest it has staying power.