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    <title>Nostalgium Arcanum - Episodes Tagged with “Nes”</title>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
    <description>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".
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    <itunes:subtitle>A Repository For The Pop Culture That Made Us Who We Are</itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
    <itunes:summary>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".
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      <itunes:email>djlief@gmail.com</itunes:email>
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  <title>Ninja Gaiden</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>1988's Ninja Gaiden was a leap forward in video game storytelling, featuring splashy cut scenes, a propulsive soundtrack, and notorious difficulty. Ryu Hayabusa faces off against military goons, relentless wildlife, and otherworldly grotesque demons in his quest to keep Jaquio and the forces of darkness at bay. Guest comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to give this unforgiving landmark game the Nintendo seal of quality.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:20:49</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>1988's Ninja Gaiden was a leap forward in video game storytelling, featuring splashy cut scenes, a propulsive soundtrack, and notorious difficulty. Ryu Hayabusa faces off against military goons, relentless wildlife, and otherworldly grotesque demons in his quest to keep Jaquio and the forces of darkness at bay. Guest comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to give this unforgiving landmark game the Nintendo seal of quality.
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!).
If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/
You can also use YouTube, if that's your thing: https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts
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.
Musical Credits:
Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie
All music from Ninja Gaiden by Keiji Yamagishi and Ryuichi Nitta 
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  <itunes:keywords>ninja, nes, nintendo, nintendo entertainment system, video game, video games, game, gamer, gamers, games, gaming, retrogame, retrogamer, retrogamers, retrogames, retrogaming, video game, video gamer, video games, video gaming</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>1988&#39;s Ninja Gaiden was a leap forward in video game storytelling, featuring splashy cut scenes, a propulsive soundtrack, and notorious difficulty. Ryu Hayabusa faces off against military goons, relentless wildlife, and otherworldly grotesque demons in his quest to keep Jaquio and the forces of darkness at bay. Guest comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to give this unforgiving landmark game the Nintendo seal of quality.</p>

<p>Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, Playing By Ear! - <a href="https://playingbyear.fireside.fm" rel="nofollow">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">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">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>You can also use YouTube, if that&#39;s your thing: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug&#39;s impressions.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:<br>
Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie<br>
All music from Ninja Gaiden by Keiji Yamagishi and Ryuichi Nitta</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>1988&#39;s Ninja Gaiden was a leap forward in video game storytelling, featuring splashy cut scenes, a propulsive soundtrack, and notorious difficulty. Ryu Hayabusa faces off against military goons, relentless wildlife, and otherworldly grotesque demons in his quest to keep Jaquio and the forces of darkness at bay. Guest comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to give this unforgiving landmark game the Nintendo seal of quality.</p>

<p>Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, Playing By Ear! - <a href="https://playingbyear.fireside.fm" rel="nofollow">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">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">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>You can also use YouTube, if that&#39;s your thing: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug&#39;s impressions.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:<br>
Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie<br>
All music from Ninja Gaiden by Keiji Yamagishi and Ryuichi Nitta</p>]]>
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  <title>Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!!</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 00:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
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  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We get in the ring with Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! (later known as just Punch-Out!!). This NES classic cleverly disguises puzzles and pattern recognition within its colorful cast of memorable pugilists. Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to put the smackdown on one of the most beloved titles in Nintendo's library. TKO!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:18:53</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>We get in the ring with Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! (later known as just Punch-Out!!). This NES classic cleverly disguises puzzles and pattern recognition within its colorful cast of memorable pugilists. Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to put the smackdown on one of the most beloved titles in Nintendo's library. TKO!
If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!).
If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/
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.
Musical Credits:
Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All Score from Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! by Yukio Kaneoka, Akito Nakatsuka, and Kenji Yamamoto
I Think I Can Beat Mike Tyson - DJ Jazzy Jeff &amp;amp; The Fresh Prince 
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  <itunes:keywords>NES, nintendo, sports, arcade, boxing, mike tyson, game, games, gaming, gamer, gamers, video game, video games, video gamer, video gaming, retrogame, retrogaming, retrogames, retrogamer, retrogamers</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>We get in the ring with Mike Tyson&#39;s Punch-Out!! (later known as just Punch-Out!!). This NES classic cleverly disguises puzzles and pattern recognition within its colorful cast of memorable pugilists. Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to put the smackdown on one of the most beloved titles in Nintendo&#39;s library. TKO!</p>

<p>If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to <a href="http://www.daretofailimprov.com" rel="nofollow">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">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug&#39;s impressions.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:<br>
Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All Score from Mike Tyson&#39;s Punch-Out!! by Yukio Kaneoka, Akito Nakatsuka, and Kenji Yamamoto<br>
I Think I Can Beat Mike Tyson - DJ Jazzy Jeff &amp; The Fresh Prince</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>We get in the ring with Mike Tyson&#39;s Punch-Out!! (later known as just Punch-Out!!). This NES classic cleverly disguises puzzles and pattern recognition within its colorful cast of memorable pugilists. Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to put the smackdown on one of the most beloved titles in Nintendo&#39;s library. TKO!</p>

<p>If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to <a href="http://www.daretofailimprov.com" rel="nofollow">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">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug&#39;s impressions.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:<br>
Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All Score from Mike Tyson&#39;s Punch-Out!! by Yukio Kaneoka, Akito Nakatsuka, and Kenji Yamamoto<br>
I Think I Can Beat Mike Tyson - DJ Jazzy Jeff &amp; The Fresh Prince</p>]]>
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  <title>Blockbuster Video</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/53fab5b7-ec3b-4f5d-9eae-d5993e72d56d.mp3" length="99461529" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>It's time to be kind and rewind back to the days when home media rental was a pillar of daily life. Whether it was Blockbuster, Hollywood Video, or your local mom-and-pop shop, renting movies and games was a ritual of living in the 80s an 90s that is now lost to the dominance of streaming. We're joined by Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover podcast to rack up a few very late fees in service to the lost world of video rental.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:21:47</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/c/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/episodes/5/53fab5b7-ec3b-4f5d-9eae-d5993e72d56d/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>It's time to be kind and rewind back to the days when home media rental was a pillar of daily life. Whether it was Blockbuster, Hollywood Video, or your local mom-and-pop shop, renting movies and games was a ritual of living in the 80s an 90s that is now lost to the dominance of streaming. We're joined by Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover podcast to rack up a few very late fees in service to the lost world of video rental.
If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/
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.
Musical Credits:
Intro -  Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
Video Killed The Radio Star - The Buggles 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>blockbuster, video, 1980s, 80s, 1990s, 90s, vhs, dvd, movie, movies, film, films, entertainment, video games, video game, games, gaming, nintendo, snes, nes, super nintendo, sega, genesis</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>It&#39;s time to be kind and rewind back to the days when home media rental was a pillar of daily life. Whether it was Blockbuster, Hollywood Video, or your local mom-and-pop shop, renting movies and games was a ritual of living in the 80s an 90s that is now lost to the dominance of streaming. We&#39;re joined by Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover podcast to rack up a few very late fees in service to the lost world of video rental.</p>

<p>If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:<br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug&#39;s impressions.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro -  Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
Video Killed The Radio Star - The Buggles</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>It&#39;s time to be kind and rewind back to the days when home media rental was a pillar of daily life. Whether it was Blockbuster, Hollywood Video, or your local mom-and-pop shop, renting movies and games was a ritual of living in the 80s an 90s that is now lost to the dominance of streaming. We&#39;re joined by Chris Coplien of the Retro Hangover podcast to rack up a few very late fees in service to the lost world of video rental.</p>

<p>If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:<br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug&#39;s impressions.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro -  Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
Video Killed The Radio Star - The Buggles</p>]]>
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  <title>Super Mario Bros. 3</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/86</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2024 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/0b8b326b-16a5-4113-956e-fec393802f18.mp3" length="93598057" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:25:45</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/c/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/episodes/0/0b8b326b-16a5-4113-956e-fec393802f18/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>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!).
If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/
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.
Musical Credits
Intro - Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie
All Music from Super Mario Bros. 3 by Koji Kondo 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>mario, nintendo, super mario brothers, nes, 1980s, 80s, retro, retrogames, retrogaming, games, gamer, gamers, videogame, videogames, videogamer, gamers, 8-bit, 8bit, gaming, chiptunes</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Super Mario Bros. 3 set the standard not only for Nintendo&#39;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">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">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug&#39;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>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Super Mario Bros. 3 set the standard not only for Nintendo&#39;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">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">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
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<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug&#39;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>]]>
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  <title>The Wizard</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/85</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 01:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/95588cfe-b61b-4b43-b08e-7971138912a4.mp3" length="68762849" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Part cross-country child road trip, part Nintendo commercial, The Wizard is a time capsule of 1980s nostalgia that holds up better than its corporately calculated premise would suggest. Players Jonathan Cardoso and Tania Newton don their power gloves to join us in retaking the road to Video Armageddon.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:33:06</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>Part cross-country child road trip, part Nintendo commercial, The Wizard is a time capsule of 1980s nostalgia that holds up better than its corporately calculated premise would suggest. Players Jonathan Cardoso and Tania Newton don their power gloves to join us in retaking the road to Video Armageddon.
If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod
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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.
Musical Credits
Intro - Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie
Send Me An Angel - Real Life
Double Dragon, Stage 1 - Kazunaka Yamane
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Dam Level - Jun Funahashi
Super Mario Brothers 3 - Koji Kondo
Pinball Wizard - The Who 
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  <itunes:keywords>nes, nintendo, power glove, super mario brothers, video games, games, gaming, videogaming, retrogames, retrogaming, gamer, retrogamer, fred savage, rilo kiley, rain man, 1980s, 80s, movies</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Part cross-country child road trip, part Nintendo commercial, The Wizard is a time capsule of 1980s nostalgia that holds up better than its corporately calculated premise would suggest. Players Jonathan Cardoso and Tania Newton don their power gloves to join us in retaking the road to Video Armageddon.</p>

<p>If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:<br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug&#39;s impressions.</p>

<p>Musical Credits</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie<br>
Send Me An Angel - Real Life<br>
Double Dragon, Stage 1 - Kazunaka Yamane<br>
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Dam Level - Jun Funahashi<br>
Super Mario Brothers 3 - Koji Kondo<br>
Pinball Wizard - The Who</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Part cross-country child road trip, part Nintendo commercial, The Wizard is a time capsule of 1980s nostalgia that holds up better than its corporately calculated premise would suggest. Players Jonathan Cardoso and Tania Newton don their power gloves to join us in retaking the road to Video Armageddon.</p>

<p>If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:<br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug&#39;s impressions.</p>

<p>Musical Credits</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute - Jim Guthrie<br>
Send Me An Angel - Real Life<br>
Double Dragon, Stage 1 - Kazunaka Yamane<br>
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Dam Level - Jun Funahashi<br>
Super Mario Brothers 3 - Koji Kondo<br>
Pinball Wizard - The Who</p>]]>
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  <title>MegaMan 2</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/48</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/10d1f903-cbe1-4b20-bd73-59269c8a4e20.mp3" length="62933867" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>MegaMan was released to little fanfare but its sequel put the Blue Bomber into the hall of fame. Boasting one of the greatest chiptune rock soundtracks of all time, tight controls, and the biggest whimsical anime robots the NES could muster, MegaMan 2 is a labor of love that has stood the test of time. Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to revisit an all-time classic.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:05:33</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/c/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/episodes/1/10d1f903-cbe1-4b20-bd73-59269c8a4e20/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>MegaMan was released to little fanfare but its sequel put the Blue Bomber into the hall of fame. Boasting one of the greatest chiptune rock soundtracks of all time, tight controls, and the biggest whimsical anime robots the NES could muster, MegaMan 2 is a labor of love that has stood the test of time. Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to revisit an all-time classic.
Find us on the socials here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/
Be sure to follow us at Instagram specifically for bonus reels and other extra content.
Musical Credits:
Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All music from MegaMan 2 by Takashi Tateishi 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>nintendo, nes, capcom, gaming, retrogaming, gamer, videogames, videogame, videogaming, chiptunes, chiptune, 1980s, 80s, captain N</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>MegaMan was released to little fanfare but its sequel put the Blue Bomber into the hall of fame. Boasting one of the greatest chiptune rock soundtracks of all time, tight controls, and the biggest whimsical anime robots the NES could muster, MegaMan 2 is a labor of love that has stood the test of time. Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to revisit an all-time classic.</p>

<p>Find us on the socials here:<br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us at Instagram specifically for bonus reels and other extra content.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All music from MegaMan 2 by Takashi Tateishi</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>MegaMan was released to little fanfare but its sequel put the Blue Bomber into the hall of fame. Boasting one of the greatest chiptune rock soundtracks of all time, tight controls, and the biggest whimsical anime robots the NES could muster, MegaMan 2 is a labor of love that has stood the test of time. Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to revisit an all-time classic.</p>

<p>Find us on the socials here:<br>
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/" rel="nofollow">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us at Instagram specifically for bonus reels and other extra content.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All music from MegaMan 2 by Takashi Tateishi</p>]]>
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  <title>Castlevania 2: Simon's Quest</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/36</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2023 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/b2b5d532-1180-43a0-83c5-4fba91099c76.mp3" length="53546120" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>What a horrible night to have a curse! Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to whip it good as we revisit Castlevania 2, a game far more foreboding, obtuse, and influential outing than the original.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>55:46</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/c/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/episodes/b/b2b5d532-1180-43a0-83c5-4fba91099c76/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>What a horrible night to have a curse! Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to whip it good as we revisit Castlevania 2, a game far more foreboding, obtuse, and influential outing than the original. 
If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!).
If you have feedback, find us on the socials here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/
The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod
BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@nostalgiumarcanum_
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nostalgiumarcanum_/
Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content.
Musical Credits:
Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All score from Castlevania 2 by Kenichi Matsuraba 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>video games, retro games, games, gaming, konami, castlevania, simon belmont, 1980s, 80s, nintendo, nes</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>What a horrible night to have a curse! Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to whip it good as we revisit Castlevania 2, a game far more foreboding, obtuse, and influential outing than the original. </p>

<p>If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to <a href="http://www.daretofailimprov.com" rel="nofollow">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">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All score from Castlevania 2 by Kenichi Matsuraba</p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>What a horrible night to have a curse! Comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) joins us to whip it good as we revisit Castlevania 2, a game far more foreboding, obtuse, and influential outing than the original. </p>

<p>If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to <a href="http://www.daretofailimprov.com" rel="nofollow">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">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">https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_</a><br>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/</a></p>

<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All score from Castlevania 2 by Kenichi Matsuraba</p>]]>
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