The Weekly Warp Pipe

Do you love Retro Video Games, Toys & Movies from the 80's & 90's ? Well you are in the right place with The Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast. WE jump in the Warp Pipe every week to talk about the Past and relive some found memories. So if that sounds awesome to you, feel free to catch new Episodes every Saturday at 9am (Plus Bonus content during the week !)

Moving a game room is no joke… 📦🎮 This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re talking all about the challenges of packing up your retro game collection and building a brand new gaming space from scratch. From organizing shelves and protecting collectibles to figuring out the perfect layout for your new setup — we cover the highs, lows, and chaos of moving a game room. Should your ultimate setup live in the basement? A spare bedroom? Above the garage? We break down the pros and cons while sharing our own experiences and ideas for creating the perfect retro gaming space...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we dive into some of the weirdest video game peripherals ever created! From the legendary Power Glove and the chaotic Sega Activator to the bizarre Atari Mindlink and even the Nintendo Game Boy sewing machine, gaming companies were willing to try ANYTHING in the 80s and 90s.We also put our retro ears to the test during Sound Check as David quizzes us on Game Boy select screen music!This episode also features:🎮 Warp Pipe Rental – Rad Racer🎬 Pop Quiz Hotshot – True LiesIf you grew up during the wild west era of gaming...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re diving into hidden and indie movie gems people forgot 🎥

From cult classics like Clerks and SLC Punk! to nostalgic favorites like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Explorers — we’re talking about the movies that didn’t always get the spotlight but absolutely deserve it.

Before that, we catch up on what we’ve been up to:

🎮 Then it’s time for Sound Check (Round 3) —...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re building something special… 🧱We’re diving into LEGO through the ages, from the classic themes we grew up with—Space, Pirates, and Knights—to the modern era with wild collaborations like Nintendo’s Mario sets.What made those early LEGO sets so memorable? And do today’s builds still capture that same magic?PLUS all your favorite segments are back:🎮 Warp Pipe Rental – Wario Woods on the NES🎨 Box Art Battle – EarthBound vs ToeJam & Earl🧠 Pop Quiz Hotshot – MicroMachines triviaWhether you were building castles on your bedroom floor or collecting today’s high-end sets...

Take a trip back to the golden age of video rental stores—when Friday night meant heading to places like Blockbuster, local mom-and-pop shops, and spots like Tommy K Videos to grab the latest movies and video games.In this episode of the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we dive into the full experience—browsing the aisles, discovering hidden gems, renting NES and SNES classics, attending in-store tournaments, and even meeting celebrities. This was more than just renting… it was an event.We also jump into our regular segments:🎮 Warp Pipe RentalWe revisit Life Force on the NES—does it still hold...

Retro game collecting—are we doing it for the memories… or the money?This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re joined by special guest ⁨@RNGGamerYT⁩ to dive into one of the biggest debates in retro gaming:👉 Is collecting driven by nostalgia, or has it become an investment game?We share personal stories, collecting philosophies, and some real talk about the current retro market. RNG Gamer brings some awesome stories that really highlight how collecting has evolved over the years.🎮 ALSO IN THIS EPISODE:Warp Pipe Rental: Checking out Cosmo Dreamer on the Nintendo SwitchThrowdown Showdown: X-Men vs G.I. Joe — wh...

Step back into the golden age of gaming as we break down the best couch co-op games of the 16-bit era! From beat ‘em up legends to chaotic co-op classics, we’re talking about the games that defined multiplayer on the couch.We’re diving into iconic titles like Streets of Rage 2, Golden Axe, TMNT: Turtles in Time, Zombies Ate My Neighbors, and more!🌀 Also in this episode:🎮 Warp Pipe Rental – We take a look at Goof Troop on the SNES🤔 Rad or Bogus – You decide what holds up and what doesn’t📖 Back Issue Breakdown – Nintendo Power Vol. 35 (April 1992)🧠 Pop Quiz – Al...

In this episode of the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we take a trip back to the 1990s and talk about what it was really like hanging out at the mall.From the arcades and video game stores to the food court and all the classic mall hangouts, we share some of our favorite memories of spending weekends wandering the mall with friends.In our segments this week:Warp Pipe Rental – We take a look back at **Bucky O’Hare on NES** and talk about whether it was worth renting back in the day.Vintage Toy Box – Sticking with the theme...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we dive into some classic toy lines that never got video games — but absolutely should have!

From Army Ants to Battle Beasts and Street Sharks, we pitch the video games that could have been! Imagine the gameplay, the consoles they might have appeared on, and the wild directions developers could have taken them.

Joining us for the discussion is special guest Jay the NES Addict!

But that’s not all — we’ve got all our regular segments too:

🎵 Sound Check – Dave quizzes us on classic vi...

It’s a spooky episode of the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast! With Friday the 13th around the corner, we’re diving into everything related to the legendary horror franchise.

We talk about the infamous NES game Friday the 13th, the multiplayer horror experience from the 2017 game, and the movie series that made Jason Voorhees a horror icon.

Plus, all of our regular segments make an appearance:

Warp Pipe Rental – We revisit the classic Friday the 13th on NES and decide if it’s worth that weekend rental.

Sound Check – Can we guess the...

In this episode of the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re joined by our friend and talented artist Tom Ryan from Tom Ryan Studios!Tom is a Connecticut-based artist inspired by comic books, street art, and pop culture. His artwork has been sold worldwide and his designs can be found everywhere from corporate logos and restaurant branding to beer cans. He has also been designing cans for Mispillion River Brewing in Milford, Delaware for over a decade.Tom specializes in retro-inspired fine art posters and lapel pins heavily influenced by growing up in the 80s, and he’s currently work...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re diving into the strange, confusing, and downright bizarre world of licensed video games.From the Domino’s mascot chaos of Yo! Noid on the NES, to the legendary fighting disaster of Shaq Fu, to the educational superhero antics of Captain Novolin, and the fever-dream that is Pepsi Man… we’re asking one simple question:Why did these games even exist?!Were they hidden gems? Shameless marketing? Or beautiful disasters we can’t help but love?Grab your controller and join us as we break down some of the weirdest licensed g...

In this episode of the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we take a trip back to the toy stores we grew up in and wish were still around.

We’re talking about:

From aisle memories to demo kiosks and holiday catalogs, we break down what made these stores magical in the 80s and 90s.

We also premiere a brand new segment: Back Issue Breakdown, where we flip through Nintendo Power Volume 4 (1989) and relive what gaming hype looked like back then.

Dave tries to stump us in...

Love is in the air… and in the pixels.In this Valentine’s-themed episode of The Weekly Warp Pipe, we dive into retro and modern video game love stories — from rescuing Princess Peach in Super Mario Bros. to the emotional depths of Silent Hill 2, Final Fantasy VII, Chrono Trigger, and the epic romance of Lunar: Silver Star Story and Eternal Blue.We also revisit arcade-era relationships in Kung Fu, Double Dragon, and River City Ransom — because nothing says love like fighting through waves of enemies.🎧 NEW SEGMENT ALERT: Sound Check debuts! We test our ears by guessing classic video game sound...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we dive headfirst into the legendary console wars—breaking down the battles between Sega, Nintendo, and PlayStation and what made each era so unforgettable.We debut a brand new segment called Box Art Battle, where we pit classic video game boxes against each other to see which one truly reigns supreme on the shelf. Name That Quote makes its triumphant return, testing our retro knowledge, and this week’s Warp Pipe Rental takes us back to the arcade-perfect chaos of TMNT: Turtles in Time on SNES.To top it all off, Keit...

We’re closing out the year LIVE with the final episode of The Weekly Warp Pipe! Join us as we look back on everything we tackled in 2025 — the episodes, the ideas, the wins, the surprises, and the moments that meant the most along the way. From retro games and nostalgia-fueled discussions to creative projects and community growth, this is our chance to hit pause and reflect before powering up for a new year. Come hang out, chat with us live, and help us send off 2025 the Warp Pipe way. 🎮✨

This week on The Weekly Warp Pipe, we’re getting into the holiday spirit by ranking our favorite Christmas movies from the 80s and 90s 🎄From undeniable classics to controversial picks, we debate where films like Gremlins, Die Hard, Batman Returns, Jingle All the Way, A Christmas Story, The Grinch, and more land on our list.Is Die Hard really a Christmas movie? Does Gremlins count as festive chaos? And where does nostalgia play into our rankings?Grab some eggnog, sit back, and let us know how wrong (or right) we got our list! ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐-------------------------------------------------------------------- Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT5AWnB5OdPO7Gy-MKxbP8g/join ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐...

This week on The Weekly Warp Pipe, we’re diving headfirst into Christmas nostalgia 🎄

We talk about the toys we got for Christmas in the 80s and 90s, including Power Spark, Playskool Pipeworks, and the iconic Rambo action figure. Dave quizzes us with classic Christmas movie quotes, Keith runs Pop Quiz, Hot Shot, testing Russ and David on their knowledge of Christmas specials, and for Warp Pipe Rental, we revisit Batman Returns.

Toys, movies, quizzes, and holiday memories—all packed into one festive episode.

Christmas toys, 80s toys, 9...

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This week, we’re diving headfirst into Christmas and holiday traditions—both the classics we grew up with and the quirky ones we’ve created along the way! From decorating the tree and hunting for the perfect ornament… to retro holiday memories, festive food, and the magic of the 80s and 90s, we’re covering it all.

Grab some hot cocoa, throw on your favorite ugly sweater, and hang out with us as we unwrap the traditions that make this season special.

✨ What are YOUR holiday traditions? Drop them in the commen...

Some toy lines were too cool for their own time…

This week on Weekly Warp Pipe, we’re diving into forgotten toy lines from the 80s and 90s that we think deserve a second chance at greatness. From wild concepts to killer designs, these toys vanished from shelves way too soon — and we’re here to set the record straight.

In this episode we talk about:

🛹 Air Riders

🐯 Battle Beasts

👻 Super Naturals

🐜 Army Ants

Do THESE classics deserve a comeback? Or should...

Well be going through our favorite games on the go with the GameBoy. Jay NES Addict will be joining us as well

 ⁨@TigerChainsawVideoGames⁩  Joins for a little bit as well to talk about his NEW Gameboy he is developing on Kickstarter.

👉 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tigerchainsaw/maiden-of-the-dark-game-boy?ref=user_menu

Our regular segments are back too!

🕹️ Warp Pipe Rental: We “rent” Revenge of Shinobi on the SEGA for the weekend and share our thoughts.

🎬 Name That Quote: Dave tests our movie knowledge once again!

🔥 Rad or Bogus: Chr...

This week on The Weekly Warp Pipe, we’re spinning the wheel of Video Game Box Art Roulette! 🎰

Back in the day, we didn’t have YouTube reviews or gameplay trailers — we had to judge a game by its cover art. So we’re looking at a bunch of retro game boxes and asking the ultimate question: would we have rented it?

Join us as we dive into some classic NES, SNES, and Genesis covers, share memories of renting games from Blockbuster and local video stores, and laugh at some of the wildest and most misleading...

We’re wrapping up convention season on The Weekly Warp Pipe! 🎮

Join Russ, Dave and Keith as they recap all the amazing retro gaming conventions we hit this year — including Retro Fest, Southeast Game Exchange, SoCal Retro Gaming Expo, Portland Retro Gaming Expo, and Game On Expo! We talk favorite moments, epic finds, and what made each show special.

Our regular segments are back too!

🕹️ Warp Pipe Rental: We “rent” Blaster Master on the NES for the weekend and share our thoughts.

🎬 Name That Quote: Dave tests our movie knowledge once again!

🔥 Rad...

It’s Halloween time, and we’re going LIVE for a special spooky edition of the podcast! 🎃

Joining us tonight is our good friend NES Addict as we dive into our favorite Halloween movies, video games, snacks, and toys from the past. Expect nostalgic stories, fun memories, and maybe a few scares along the way!

Grab some candy, throw on a costume, and hang out with us live for this retro Halloween celebration!

👻 Topics include:

Favorite Halloween movies & specials

Spooky retro vide...

This week, we’re diving into the world of slasher villains! 🔪

From Jason Voorhees and Freddy Krueger to Pinhead, Chucky, and more — we’re putting Keith in the hot seat and seeing if he could survive an encounter with these horror icons.

Each of us pitches a classic movie slasher scenario, and Keith has to decide if he could make it out alive… or end up another horror movie victim!

Expect laughs, spooky nostalgia, and some killer horror talk just in time for Halloween! 👻

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We’re diving back into the golden era of Halloween TV specials! From Garfield’s Halloween Adventure to It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, and even The Super Mario Bros. Super Show’s spooky episodes — we’re reliving the best (and weirdest) Halloween moments from classic TV. Grab your candy and join us as we talk costumes, nostalgia, and which specials still hold up today!

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We’re diving back into the golden era of Halloween TV specials! From Garfield’s Halloween Adventure to It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, and even The Super Mario Bros. Super Show’s spooky episodes — we’re reliving the best (and weirdest) Halloween moments from classic TV. Grab your candy and join us as we talk costumes, nostalgia, and which specials still hold up today!

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This week on The Weekly Warp Pipe, we’re heading back to our childhood Halloweens in the 80s and 90s! 🎃 We’re talking about the costumes we wore growing up—from Pee-wee Herman and He-Man to werewolves and those iconic plastic mask + vinyl jumpsuit combos. Whether you made your own costume or went to the store to stare at the wall of boxed costumes, Halloween felt like pure magic. Join us as we relive the sights, smells, and even the struggles (like breathing through those tiny mask holes) of Halloween past. 👻

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Step back in time with us on this week’s Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast as we dive into the rise of toys, games, and food commercials in the 80’s & 90’s! From Saturday morning cartoon ad breaks to junk food classics, we react to some of the wildest and most nostalgic commercials ever made.

We’re also joined by special guest Jayce Bartok, actor from Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man, Suburbia, and the recent horror hit Founders Day!

Plus, don’t miss our fan-favorite segments:

🎬 Name That Quote – can you guess the line before we do...

Grab your lunchbox and hop on the school bus—this week on The Weekly Warp Pipe we’re heading back to the 80s and 90s to talk about our Top 5 Back to School Snacks! From fruit roll-ups and Gushers to Dunkaroos and classic lunchbox staples, we’re diving into the tasty treats that made school lunches and after-school hangouts so memorable.

What were your favorite snacks growing up? Did they make our list? Let us know in the comments!

👉 New episodes of The Weekly Warp Pipe drop every Saturday morning, where we dive into...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re diving into the world of fast food kids meal toys! 🍟🍔 From McDonald’s Happy Meal toys to Burger King Kids Club, Sonic Wacky Pack, and even Carl’s Jr. toys, we each picked our Top 5 favorites and shared stories about why they were so special growing up.

Did you collect them? Trade them with friends? Or maybe beg your parents to hit the drive-thru just to get that one toy? We cover it all in this nostalgic episode packed with childhood memories.

👉 What’s YOUR fav...

This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re diving into the games that everyone seems to love… except us! From The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time to Super Mario Bros. 2, Final Fantasy XI, and more, we share our personal hot takes on why these classics just didn’t click for us.

What games do YOU struggle to get into, even though everyone else praises them? Join the conversation in the comments and let us know your gaming “unpopular opinions.”

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This week on the Weekly Warp Pipe Podcast, we’re joined by a special guest—Creative Arcades! 🎮 They specialize in building custom arcade cabinets in all shapes and sizes, bringing the magic of the arcade straight into your home.

We chat about the process of designing an arcade machine, the nostalgia behind classic arcades, and how Creative Arcades is keeping that spirit alive for a new generation of gamers. Whether you’re a hardcore retro fan or just someone who wants a cool arcade setup in your game room, you won’t want to miss this episode!

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In this episode, we’re diving deep into the world where movies and video games collide! 🎮🎬

We chat about our favorite movies based on video games (Mortal Kombat, Sonic, Street Fighter, anyone?), and flip the script by talking about movies that got the video game treatment (Ghostbusters, Batman Returns, The Matrix). We even pitch our dream movie-to-game adaptations we wish had existed.

Grab your popcorn and your controller—it's time to press play on this nostalgia-fueled ride through cinema and gaming history!

Check out Russ on  ⁨@forgottencinema⁩ 

Mortal Kombat Annihilat...

In this episode of The Weekly Warp Pipe, we’re swapping stories from video game conventions we’ve attended over the years—ranging from hilarious moments on the show floor to unforgettable encounters with gaming legends. We talk about our favorite cons like PAX East, TooManyGames, RetroWorld Expo, and more. Whether it’s hunting for rare games, epic cosplay sightings, or those late-night hangouts with fellow fans, we’re sharing the good, the chaotic, and the nostalgic. Grab your con badge and join us!

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In this heart-filled episode of The Weekly Warp Pipe, we’re talking all about the retro gaming community — and why we absolutely love being a part of it! From the friendships we’ve made at conventions to the creators keeping the classics alive on YouTube and beyond, we're diving into what makes this scene so special. Whether it's swapping NES carts, helping each other with tough levels, or just sharing a love of pixel art and CRT TVs, the retro gaming community feels like home. Grab your favorite old-school controller and join us for a celebration of the people who ma...

In this episode of the Warp Pipe Podcast, we're diving into game-changers — the titles that didn’t just entertain, they rewrote the rules. From DOOM pioneering first-person shooters, to Tetris shaping puzzle game addiction, to GTA III redefining open-world design — we talk about the moments that shifted the entire gaming industry. We also touch on the impact of Metal Gear Solid, Mortal Kombat, and more. Which games do YOU think changed the game?

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Get ready to crank up the volume as we dive into some of the best retro video game soundtracks of all time! From the funky beats of Streets of Rage 2 and the emotional melodies of Chrono Trigger, to the heavy-hitting tunes of Killer Instinct and the unforgettable themes of Mario 64, we’re revisiting the music that made these games legendary. We also shine a spotlight on the underappreciated brilliance of Sunsoft's NES soundtracks. Whether you're a fan of chiptunes or early CD-quality audio, this episode hits all the right notes.

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