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    <title>Nostalgium Arcanum - Episodes Tagged with “Nintendo”</title>
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    <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:15:00 -0800</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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  <title>Super Mario Kart</title>
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  <author>Doug Lief</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:20:14</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>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).
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: 
Intro -  Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All music from Super Mario Kart by Soyo Oka 
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  <itunes:keywords>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</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<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">www.daretofailimprov.com</a> (first class is free!).</p>

<p>Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, &quot;Playing By Ear&quot; (<a href="https://playingbyear.fireside.fm" rel="nofollow">https://playingbyear.fireside.fm</a>) and our limited-run Jim Henson Series, &quot;Still Muppeting&quot; (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">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: </p>

<p>Intro -  Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All music from Super Mario Kart by Soyo Oka</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<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">www.daretofailimprov.com</a> (first class is free!).</p>

<p>Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, &quot;Playing By Ear&quot; (<a href="https://playingbyear.fireside.fm" rel="nofollow">https://playingbyear.fireside.fm</a>) and our limited-run Jim Henson Series, &quot;Still Muppeting&quot; (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">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: </p>

<p>Intro -  Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All music from Super Mario Kart by Soyo Oka</p>]]>
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  <title>Super Mario World</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 00:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:37:46</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>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!).
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 Super Mario World by Koji Kondo 
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    <![CDATA[<p>35 years later Super Mario World remains a high watermark in video games. The venerable plumber and new pal Yoshi the dinosaur&#39;s adventure features pixel perfect platforming, satisfying secret scouring, and whimsical wonder. Guests podcaster Matt Storm a.k.a. Stormageddon (&quot;Fun&quot; 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">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 Super Mario World by Koji Kondo</p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>35 years later Super Mario World remains a high watermark in video games. The venerable plumber and new pal Yoshi the dinosaur&#39;s adventure features pixel perfect platforming, satisfying secret scouring, and whimsical wonder. Guests podcaster Matt Storm a.k.a. Stormageddon (&quot;Fun&quot; 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">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 Super Mario World by Koji Kondo</p>]]>
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  <title>Ninja Gaiden</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/153</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/40a8d0cd-19fa-4887-9831-92bb9e083abd.mp3" length="73580710" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <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>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/c/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/episodes/4/40a8d0cd-19fa-4887-9831-92bb9e083abd/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <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 
</description>
  <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>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/d258dbdc-b636-4422-a541-fd45ae859f63.mp3" length="75154730" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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  <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>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/c/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/episodes/d/d258dbdc-b636-4422-a541-fd45ae859f63/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <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/
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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 
</description>
  <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>
  <content:encoded>
    <![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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  <itunes:summary>
    <![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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<item>
  <title>Blockbuster Video</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/139</link>
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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"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <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
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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>
  <content:encoded>
    <![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>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![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>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>Super Metroid</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/137</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/47336909-653e-4aab-b5bf-47e5ed2f1894.mp3" length="79145554" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>In space, no one can hear you scream, or roll into a little ball. Super Metroid is yet another jewel in Nintendo's crown, and one whose labyrinthine corridors of sci-fi horror forever cemented a genre of gameplay that has cast a shadow for over three decades. Matt Storm aka Matt Stormageddon of the "Fun" and Games, and Reignite podcasts joins us to celebrate Samus Aran and this seminal entry in the long-running Metroid series.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:19:06</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/4/47336909-653e-4aab-b5bf-47e5ed2f1894/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>In space, no one can hear you scream, or roll into a little ball. Super Metroid is yet another jewel in Nintendo's crown, and one whose labyrinthine corridors of sci-fi horror forever cemented a genre of gameplay that has cast a shadow for over three decades. Matt Storm aka Matt Stormageddon of the "Fun" and Games, and Reignite podcasts joins us to celebrate Samus Aran and this seminal entry in the long-running Metroid series.
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
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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 Super Metroid by Kenji Yamamoto and Minako Hamano 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>alien, aliens, samus, samus aran, scifi, horror, metroid, metroidvania, game, games, gamer, gamers, gaming, nintendo, videogame, videogames, videogaming, videogamer, videogamers, retrogame, retrogames, retrogaming, retrogamer, snes</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>In space, no one can hear you scream, or roll into a little ball. Super Metroid is yet another jewel in Nintendo&#39;s crown, and one whose labyrinthine corridors of sci-fi horror forever cemented a genre of gameplay that has cast a shadow for over three decades. Matt Storm aka Matt Stormageddon of the &quot;Fun&quot; and Games, and Reignite podcasts joins us to celebrate Samus Aran and this seminal entry in the long-running Metroid series.</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 Score from Super Metroid by Kenji Yamamoto and Minako Hamano</p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>In space, no one can hear you scream, or roll into a little ball. Super Metroid is yet another jewel in Nintendo&#39;s crown, and one whose labyrinthine corridors of sci-fi horror forever cemented a genre of gameplay that has cast a shadow for over three decades. Matt Storm aka Matt Stormageddon of the &quot;Fun&quot; and Games, and Reignite podcasts joins us to celebrate Samus Aran and this seminal entry in the long-running Metroid series.</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 Score from Super Metroid by Kenji Yamamoto and Minako Hamano</p>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>The Legend of Zelda (Series)</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/99</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 12 Aug 2024 00:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/5b09a087-9d9b-45e2-b48b-ee0af1ee361d.mp3" length="89904105" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Hey! Listen... to this podcast about Nintendo's perennial adventure series, The Legend of Zelda. This series links to the past, between worlds, and continues to breath new wind into the kingdom of Hyrule for nearly 40 years with no signs of stopping. Guests Phil Head of the Spectrum Days podcast and comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) join us for this retrospective on a game series with endless wisdom, courage, and power.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:31:22</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/5/5b09a087-9d9b-45e2-b48b-ee0af1ee361d/cover.jpg?v=2"/>
  <description>Hey! Listen... to this podcast about Nintendo's perennial adventure series, The Legend of Zelda. This series links to the past, between worlds, and continues to breath new wind into the kingdom of Hyrule for nearly 40 years with no signs of stopping. Guests Phil Head of the Spectrum Days podcast and comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) join us for this retrospective on a game series with endless wisdom, courage, and power.
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 The Legend of Zelda - Koji Kondo
All score from The Legend of Zelda II: Link's Adventure - Koji Kondo
All score from The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past - Koji Kondo
All score from The Legend of Zelda: The Ocarina of Time - Koji Kondo
All score from The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker - Koji Kondo
All score from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
All score from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
The Legend of Zelda Theme With Lyrics: Music by Koji Kondo, Lyrics by Heather Campbell 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>zelda, nintendo, link, rpg, game, games, gaming, gamer, gamers, retrogame, retrogames, retrogamer, retrogamers, retrogaming, videogame, videogames, videogaming, videogamer, videogamers, breath of the wild, tears of the kingdom</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Hey! Listen... to this podcast about Nintendo&#39;s perennial adventure series, The Legend of Zelda. This series links to the past, between worlds, and continues to breath new wind into the kingdom of Hyrule for nearly 40 years with no signs of stopping. Guests Phil Head of the Spectrum Days podcast and comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) join us for this retrospective on a game series with endless wisdom, courage, and power.</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 score from The Legend of Zelda - Koji Kondo<br>
All score from The Legend of Zelda II: Link&#39;s Adventure - Koji Kondo<br>
All score from The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past - Koji Kondo<br>
All score from The Legend of Zelda: The Ocarina of Time - Koji Kondo<br>
All score from The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker - Koji Kondo<br>
All score from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild<br>
All score from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom<br>
The Legend of Zelda Theme With Lyrics: Music by Koji Kondo, Lyrics by Heather Campbell</p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Hey! Listen... to this podcast about Nintendo&#39;s perennial adventure series, The Legend of Zelda. This series links to the past, between worlds, and continues to breath new wind into the kingdom of Hyrule for nearly 40 years with no signs of stopping. Guests Phil Head of the Spectrum Days podcast and comedian Rich Baker (@richbakercoaching) join us for this retrospective on a game series with endless wisdom, courage, and power.</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 score from The Legend of Zelda - Koji Kondo<br>
All score from The Legend of Zelda II: Link&#39;s Adventure - Koji Kondo<br>
All score from The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past - Koji Kondo<br>
All score from The Legend of Zelda: The Ocarina of Time - Koji Kondo<br>
All score from The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker - Koji Kondo<br>
All score from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild<br>
All score from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom<br>
The Legend of Zelda Theme With Lyrics: Music by Koji Kondo, Lyrics by Heather Campbell</p>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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  <title>Super Mario 64</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/95</link>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2024 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/6ae5fd84-5e2c-4727-819b-10928a53213f.mp3" length="90102368" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>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.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:27:24</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/6/6ae5fd84-5e2c-4727-819b-10928a53213f/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>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.
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 64 by Koji Kondo 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>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</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Let&#39;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 &quot;Fun&quot; 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">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 64 by Koji Kondo</p>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Let&#39;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 &quot;Fun&quot; 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">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 64 by Koji Kondo</p>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <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>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![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>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
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<item>
  <title>The Wizard</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/85</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">95588cfe-b61b-4b43-b08e-7971138912a4</guid>
  <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>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/c/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/episodes/9/95588cfe-b61b-4b43-b08e-7971138912a4/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <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
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
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 
</description>
  <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>
  <content:encoded>
    <![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>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![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>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>ActRaiser</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/65</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">a1906253-74f0-4ec8-b5ea-e306e7727e85</guid>
  <pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 01:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/ce63b696-ef81-4823-a625-5ec80799b181/a1906253-74f0-4ec8-b5ea-e306e7727e85.mp3" length="40349394" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Doug Lief</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Lo and behold! In ActRaiser you get to play God, literally. In this SNES classic combines two different gameplay modes (hack/slash and city-building sim) to create an overall experience that is still worshipped today.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>35:58</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/a/a1906253-74f0-4ec8-b5ea-e306e7727e85/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Lo and behold! In ActRaiser you get to play God, literally. This SNES classic combines two different gameplay modes (hack/slash and city-building sim) to create an overall experience that is still worshipped today.
If you have feedback, beseech unto 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 ActRaiser and ActRaiser: Renaissance by Yuzo Koshiro 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>square, enix, video games, videogames, videogaming, games, gaming, gamer, gamers, retrogames, retrogaming, retrogamer, retrogamers, snes, supernintendo, nintendo, rpg, rpgs, sim-city, urban planning, religion, god, faith</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Lo and behold! In ActRaiser you get to play God, literally. This SNES classic combines two different gameplay modes (hack/slash and city-building sim) to create an overall experience that is still worshipped today.</p>

<p>If you have feedback, beseech unto 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 score from ActRaiser and ActRaiser: Renaissance by Yuzo Koshiro</p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Lo and behold! In ActRaiser you get to play God, literally. This SNES classic combines two different gameplay modes (hack/slash and city-building sim) to create an overall experience that is still worshipped today.</p>

<p>If you have feedback, beseech unto 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 score from ActRaiser and ActRaiser: Renaissance by Yuzo Koshiro</p>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>MegaMan 2</title>
  <link>https://nostalgiumarcanum.fireside.fm/48</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">10d1f903-cbe1-4b20-bd73-59269c8a4e20</guid>
  <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>
  <content:encoded>
    <![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>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![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>
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<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>Chrono Trigger</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2023 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Time keeps on slippin' as Matt Storm of the Fun &amp; Games podcast (@funandgamespod) travels with us back to 1995 to revisit Chrono Trigger, one of the most highly regarded and influential video games ever. With an adventure that criss-crosses eons and an indelible soundtrack, the story of Chrono remains enthralling nearly three decades on.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:09:54</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>Time keeps on slippin' as Matt Storm of the Fun &amp;amp; Games podcast (@funandgamespod) travels with us back to 1995 to revisit Chrono Trigger, one of the most highly regarded and influential video games ever. With an adventure that criss-crosses eons and an indelible soundtrack, the story of Chrono remains enthralling nearly three decades on.
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Musical Credits:
Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All tracks from Chrono Trigger by Yasunori Mitsuda and Nobuo Uematsu 
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<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>
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<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content.</p>

<p>Also, please subscribe to the Fun &amp; Games podcast to check out a recent bonus episode on Conquests of the Longbow featuring your host, Doug Lief.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All tracks from Chrono Trigger by Yasunori Mitsuda and Nobuo Uematsu</p>]]>
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<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>
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<p>Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that&#39;s where we post bonus content.</p>

<p>Also, please subscribe to the Fun &amp; Games podcast to check out a recent bonus episode on Conquests of the Longbow featuring your host, Doug Lief.</p>

<p>Musical Credits:</p>

<p>Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)<br>
All tracks from Chrono Trigger by Yasunori Mitsuda and Nobuo Uematsu</p>]]>
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  <title>Castlevania 2: Simon's Quest</title>
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  <pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2023 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
  <author>Doug Lief</author>
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  <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>
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  <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!).
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Musical Credits:
Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie)
All score from Castlevania 2 by Kenichi Matsuraba 
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  <itunes:keywords>video games, retro games, games, gaming, konami, castlevania, simon belmont, 1980s, 80s, nintendo, nes</itunes:keywords>
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    <![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>
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<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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    <![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>
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<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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