app02 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 02:19:08 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Nostalgium Arcanum - Episodes Tagged with “Mario” https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/tags/mario Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0700 Each episode we add a new entry to the Nostalgium Arcanum, a repository for the movies, tv, music, games, and other pop culture that still enchants us today. Find us on the socials by googling "Nostalgium". en-us episodic A Repository For The Pop Culture That Made Us Who We Are Doug Lief Each episode we add a new entry to the Nostalgium Arcanum, a repository for the movies, tv, music, games, and other pop culture that still enchants us today. Find us on the socials by googling "Nostalgium". yes nostalgia, 1980s, 80s, 1990s, 90s, movies, tv, television, music, toys, video games, games, nerd, geek Doug Lief djlief@gmail.com Paper Mario https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/197 b9d9621a-b085-4736-ac6d-c9e73509eb7d Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0700 Doug Lief full Doug Lief Far from, leaving us flat, Paper Mario injected whimsy and dimensionally creative play into the standard turn-based RPG formula for an unforgettable romp through the Mushroom Kingdom. We're joined by Emily Merritt (@aspecificegg) of the No Small Games podcast (https://nosmallgames.com/) to unfold why this highly unusual game is so special. 1:34:01 yes <p>Far from, leaving us flat, Paper Mario injected whimsy and dimensionally creative play into the standard turn-based RPG formula for an unforgettable romp through the Mushroom Kingdom. We're joined by Emily Merritt (@aspecificegg) of the No Small Games podcast (<a href="https://nosmallgames.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://nosmallgames.com/</a>) to unfold why this highly unusual game is so special.</p> <p>Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, "Playing By Ear" (<a href="https://playingbyear.fireside.fm" rel="nofollow noopener">https://playingbyear.fireside.fm</a>) and our limited-run Jim Henson Series, "Still Muppeting" (patreon.com/stillloadingpod).</p> <p>If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:<br> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/</a><br> The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod<br> BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social<br> Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p> <p>You can also use YouTube, if that's your thing: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts</a></p> <p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug's impressions.</p> <p>Musical Credits: </p> <p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br> All music from Paper Mario by Yuka Tsujiyoko </p> nintendo, n64, mario, video game, video games, videogame, videogames, game, games, gaming, gamer, gamers, retrogame, retrogames, retrogaming, retrogamer, retrogamers, rpg, rpgs, jrpg, jrpg Far from, leaving us flat, Paper Mario injected whimsy and dimensionally creative play into the standard turn-based RPG formula for an unforgettable romp through the Mushroom Kingdom. We're joined by Emily Merritt (@aspecificegg) of the No Small Games podcast (https://nosmallgames.com/) to unfold why this highly unusual game is so special.

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Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All music from Paper Mario by Yuka Tsujiyoko

]]> Far from, leaving us flat, Paper Mario injected whimsy and dimensionally creative play into the standard turn-based RPG formula for an unforgettable romp through the Mushroom Kingdom. We're joined by Emily Merritt (@aspecificegg) of the No Small Games podcast (https://nosmallgames.com/) to unfold why this highly unusual game is so special.

Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, "Playing By Ear" (https://playingbyear.fireside.fm) and our limited-run Jim Henson Series, "Still Muppeting" (patreon.com/stillloadingpod).

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All music from Paper Mario by Yuka Tsujiyoko

]]> Super Mario Kart https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/179 a7786504-5cd4-4f2d-9540-5e98a5d955af Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:15:00 -0800 Doug Lief full Doug Lief 3... 2... 1... Go!!! By 1992 Mario had conquered koopas, rescued the princess (again and again), played tennis, practiced medicine, and more, but that year launched a new venture, Super Mario Kart. Buoyed by the Mode 7 chip, a new racing genre was born as beloved Nintendo characters zipped around tracks, blasting each other with shells, lightning bolts and more. Guest comedian Rich Baker (@richbakeractor) grabs a controller and joins us to revisit the first entry in this venerable franchise. 1:20:14 yes <p>3... 2... 1... Go!!! By 1992 Mario had conquered koopas, rescued the princess (again and again), played tennis, practiced medicine, and more, but that year launched a new venture, Super Mario Kart. Buoyed by the Mode 7 chip, a new racing genre was born as beloved Nintendo characters zipped around tracks, blasting each other with shells, lightning bolts and more. Guest comedian Rich Baker (@richbakeractor) grabs a controller and joins us to revisit the first entry in this venerable franchise.</p> <p>If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to <a href="http://www.daretofailimprov.com" rel="nofollow noopener">www.daretofailimprov.com</a> (first class is free!).</p> <p>Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, "Playing By Ear" (<a href="https://playingbyear.fireside.fm" rel="nofollow noopener">https://playingbyear.fireside.fm</a>) and our limited-run Jim Henson Series, "Still Muppeting" (patreon.com/stillloadingpod).</p> <p>If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:<br> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/</a><br> The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod<br> BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social<br> Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p> <p>You can also use YouTube, if that's your thing: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts</a></p> <p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug's impressions.</p> <p>Musical Credits: </p> <p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br> All music from Super Mario Kart by Soyo Oka </p> nintendo, super nintendo, snes, 16 bit, mario, racing game, video game, video games, videogame, videogames, game, games, gaming, gamer, gamers, retrogame, retrogames, retrogaming, retrogamer, retrogamers, racing 3... 2... 1... Go!!! By 1992 Mario had conquered koopas, rescued the princess (again and again), played tennis, practiced medicine, and more, but that year launched a new venture, Super Mario Kart. Buoyed by the Mode 7 chip, a new racing genre was born as beloved Nintendo characters zipped around tracks, blasting each other with shells, lightning bolts and more. Guest comedian Rich Baker (@richbakeractor) grabs a controller and joins us to revisit the first entry in this venerable franchise.

If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!).

Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, "Playing By Ear" (https://playingbyear.fireside.fm) and our limited-run Jim Henson Series, "Still Muppeting" (patreon.com/stillloadingpod).

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All music from Super Mario Kart by Soyo Oka

]]> 3... 2... 1... Go!!! By 1992 Mario had conquered koopas, rescued the princess (again and again), played tennis, practiced medicine, and more, but that year launched a new venture, Super Mario Kart. Buoyed by the Mode 7 chip, a new racing genre was born as beloved Nintendo characters zipped around tracks, blasting each other with shells, lightning bolts and more. Guest comedian Rich Baker (@richbakeractor) grabs a controller and joins us to revisit the first entry in this venerable franchise.

If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!).

Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, "Playing By Ear" (https://playingbyear.fireside.fm) and our limited-run Jim Henson Series, "Still Muppeting" (patreon.com/stillloadingpod).

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All music from Super Mario Kart by Soyo Oka

]]> Super Mario World https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/158 45b7797d-b9c9-44dc-9b69-494df855c341 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 00:15:00 -0700 Doug Lief full Doug Lief 35 years later Super Mario World remains a high watermark in video games. The venerable plumber and new pal Yoshi the dinosaur's adventure features pixel perfect platforming, satisfying secret scouring, and whimsical wonder. Guests podcaster Matt Storm a.k.a. Stormageddon ("Fun" and Games, Reignite) and comedian Rich Baker (richbakercoaching.com) hit the Star Road to celebrate a classic that is still tubular, groovy, and funky today. 1:37:46 yes <p>35 years later Super Mario World remains a high watermark in video games. The venerable plumber and new pal Yoshi the dinosaur's adventure features pixel perfect platforming, satisfying secret scouring, and whimsical wonder. Guests podcaster Matt Storm a.k.a. Stormageddon ("Fun" and Games, Reignite) and comedian Rich Baker (richbakercoaching.com) hit the Star Road to celebrate a classic that is still tubular, groovy, and funky today.</p> <p>Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, Playing By Ear! - <a href="https://playingbyear.fireside.fm" rel="nofollow noopener">https://playingbyear.fireside.fm</a></p> <p>If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to <a href="http://www.daretofailimprov.com" rel="nofollow noopener">www.daretofailimprov.com</a> (first class is free!).</p> <p>If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:<br> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/</a><br> The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod<br> BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social<br> Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p> <p>You can also use YouTube, if that's your thing: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts</a></p> <p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug's impressions.</p> <p>Musical Credits:<br> Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie<br> All music from Super Mario World by Koji Kondo </p> nintendo, mario, game, games, gaming, gamer, gamers, videogames, videogame, videogaming, videogamer, videogamers, retrogame, retrogames, retrogaming, retrogamer, retrogamers, 1990s, 90s, snes, super nintendo, platformer, 16 bit, computer, computers, console, consoles 35 years later Super Mario World remains a high watermark in video games. The venerable plumber and new pal Yoshi the dinosaur's adventure features pixel perfect platforming, satisfying secret scouring, and whimsical wonder. Guests podcaster Matt Storm a.k.a. Stormageddon ("Fun" and Games, Reignite) and comedian Rich Baker (richbakercoaching.com) hit the Star Road to celebrate a classic that is still tubular, groovy, and funky today.

Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, Playing By Ear! - https://playingbyear.fireside.fm

If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!).

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Musical Credits:
Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie
All music from Super Mario World by Koji Kondo

]]> 35 years later Super Mario World remains a high watermark in video games. The venerable plumber and new pal Yoshi the dinosaur's adventure features pixel perfect platforming, satisfying secret scouring, and whimsical wonder. Guests podcaster Matt Storm a.k.a. Stormageddon ("Fun" and Games, Reignite) and comedian Rich Baker (richbakercoaching.com) hit the Star Road to celebrate a classic that is still tubular, groovy, and funky today.

Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, Playing By Ear! - https://playingbyear.fireside.fm

If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!).

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Musical Credits:
Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie
All music from Super Mario World by Koji Kondo

]]> Super Mario 64 https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/95 6ae5fd84-5e2c-4727-819b-10928a53213f Mon, 15 Jul 2024 01:00:00 -0700 Doug Lief full Doug Lief Let's-a-go! Super Mario 64 was a huge leap into the third dimension for its jumping protagonist. Nintendo once again revolutionized gaming and set the template for virtually every 3D game in the 28 years since its release. Matt Storm aka Matt Stormageddon of the "Fun" and Games, Reignite, and Screen Snark podcasts plugs in with us to plunge into paintings and revisit one of the most important videogames of all time. 1:27:24 yes <p>Let's-a-go! Super Mario 64 was a huge leap into the third dimension for its jumping protagonist. Nintendo once again revolutionized gaming and set the template for virtually every 3D game in the 28 years since its release. Matt Storm aka Matt Stormageddon of the "Fun" and Games, Reignite, and Screen Snark podcasts plugs in with us to plunge into paintings and revisit one of the most important videogames of all time.</p> <p>If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:<br> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/</a><br> The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod<br> BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social<br> Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p> <p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug's impressions.</p> <p>Musical Credits:</p> <p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br> All music from Super Mario 64 by Koji Kondo </p> nintendo, mario, game, games, gaming, gamer, gamers, videogames, videogame, videogaming, videogamer, videogamers, retrogame, retrogames, retrogaming, retrogamer, retrogamers, 1990s, 90s, n64, platformer, 3d platformer, 3d, computer, computers, console, consoles Let's-a-go! Super Mario 64 was a huge leap into the third dimension for its jumping protagonist. Nintendo once again revolutionized gaming and set the template for virtually every 3D game in the 28 years since its release. Matt Storm aka Matt Stormageddon of the "Fun" and Games, Reignite, and Screen Snark podcasts plugs in with us to plunge into paintings and revisit one of the most important videogames of all time.

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All music from Super Mario 64 by Koji Kondo

]]> Let's-a-go! Super Mario 64 was a huge leap into the third dimension for its jumping protagonist. Nintendo once again revolutionized gaming and set the template for virtually every 3D game in the 28 years since its release. Matt Storm aka Matt Stormageddon of the "Fun" and Games, Reignite, and Screen Snark podcasts plugs in with us to plunge into paintings and revisit one of the most important videogames of all time.

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Musical Credits:

Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All music from Super Mario 64 by Koji Kondo

]]> Super Mario Bros. 3 https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/86 0b8b326b-16a5-4113-956e-fec393802f18 Mon, 13 May 2024 01:00:00 -0700 Doug Lief full Doug Lief Super Mario Bros. 3 set the standard not only for Nintendo's flagship franchise, but it was a literal game changer. Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to save the Mushroom Kingdom - yet again - from the nefarious clutches of Bowser and the Koopalings with a little help from flying racoon tails, frog suits, music boxes, and more. 1:25:45 yes <p>Super Mario Bros. 3 set the standard not only for Nintendo's flagship franchise, but it was a literal game changer. Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to save the Mushroom Kingdom - yet again - from the nefarious clutches of Bowser and the Koopalings with a little help from flying racoon tails, frog suits, music boxes, and more.</p> <p>If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to <a href="http://www.daretofailimprov.com" rel="nofollow noopener">www.daretofailimprov.com</a> (first class is free!).</p> <p>If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:<br> Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/</a><br> The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod<br> BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social<br> Threads: <a href="https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p> <p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug's impressions.</p> <p>Musical Credits</p> <p>Intro - Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie<br> All Music from Super Mario Bros. 3 by Koji Kondo </p> mario, nintendo, super mario brothers, nes, 1980s, 80s, retro, retrogames, retrogaming, games, gamer, gamers, videogame, videogames, videogamer, gamers, 8-bit, 8bit, gaming, chiptunes Super Mario Bros. 3 set the standard not only for Nintendo's flagship franchise, but it was a literal game changer. Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to save the Mushroom Kingdom - yet again - from the nefarious clutches of Bowser and the Koopalings with a little help from flying racoon tails, frog suits, music boxes, and more.

If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!).

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Intro - Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie
All Music from Super Mario Bros. 3 by Koji Kondo

]]> Super Mario Bros. 3 set the standard not only for Nintendo's flagship franchise, but it was a literal game changer. Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to save the Mushroom Kingdom - yet again - from the nefarious clutches of Bowser and the Koopalings with a little help from flying racoon tails, frog suits, music boxes, and more.

If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!).

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Musical Credits

Intro - Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie
All Music from Super Mario Bros. 3 by Koji Kondo

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