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KnockBack: The Retro and Nostalgia Podcast

Last Stand Media & Studio71
Uncharted: the Lost Legacy
The Last Of Us
Ellie
Joel
Abby
Dina
Tommy
Chloe Fraser
Nadine Ross
Skateboarding
Sam Drake
Final Fantasy V
The Seraphites
The Wolves
Video Games
Hinduism
Ex Machina
Artificial Intelligence
Santa Barbara
Catalina Island

A weekly, retro-and-nostalgia-themed podcast co-hosted by brothers Colin and Dagan Moriarty. Video games, television shows, movies, books, toys, comics, and more... this podcast covers it all. New episodes post each Monday. To get every episode a week early and ad-free, as well as gain the ability to submit questions and comments to be read on the show, please consider supporting the show on Patre... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes290Founded8 years ago
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There was something truly mystical about the NES era. Video games were resurgent, rapidly increasing their mindshare with the assistance of an excited public. In short, people were so eager to play along (pardon the pun), that when The Wizard came al... more

urprise! Today, Dagan and I (Colin) gather for the first time in nearly a year for a brand new episode of KnockBack, this one dedicated to the 1990 live action Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film. There's no doubt that TMNT is still relevant and presen... more

It may only be about five years old, but The Last of Us: Part II is quite easily one of the greatest games of all-time. Thus, it not only deserves its own episode of KnockBack, but a seven-ish hour one, the longest show in Last Stand history to date.... more

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In 1992, Final Fantasy V came to Super Famicom in Japan, but in the west, the seminal JRPG would remain a mystery for years. In 1999 (via PS1!) English-speaking audiences would gain access to the game for the first time (unless you played fan transla... more

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Hosts

Colin Moriarty
Co-host of the show, offering insights on a range of nostalgic topics that span video games, movies, and pop culture.
Dagan Moriarty
Co-host of the show, bringing personal anecdotes and humor, often reflecting on shared childhood experiences alongside his brother.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.8k ratings
  • Last of Us 2

    It’s fair to middling, you act like it’s the departed

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TheBinApt22322
    United States10 months ago
  • Wow

    on spider-man 2 episode you said I do not notice there are different types of race on shows or movies. Are you kidding me all movies now have to have a white black and chinese

    to please all

    people

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    leprosydog
    United Statesa year ago
  • Welcome Back!

    The best Nostalgia podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RemingtonWilson
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Show

    We need more Knockback, don’t let this show die.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim Gettys
    United Statesa year ago
  • Where are you guys??

    Miss this show, best show ever. But silent since jun 12? Come back!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Physical 1975 Graffitti
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the warm conversations between the hosts that feel personal and relatable.
Many reviews highlight the podcast as a refreshing alternative to contemporary political discourse, focusing instead on relatable, grounded conversations.
The nostalgic themes resonate deeply, providing a fun exploration of childhood favorites.
Opinions vary, with some expressing disappointment about perceived dips in content creativity or variety.

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This retro- and nostalgia-themed podcast centers on engaging conversations between two brothers as they reflect on a wide range of topics such as video games, television shows, movies, books, and comics from their childhood and beyond. The co-hosts, Colin and Dagan Moriarty, create a warm and inviting atmosphere where they reminisce about their shared experiences, often infusing their discussions with humor and insightful commentary. Each episode offers a mix of personal anecdotes and analyses of cultural phenomena, appealing to listeners who share a fondness for revisiting the media and experiences that shaped their upbringing.

What sets this series apart is its strong familial connection and the engaging dynamic between the hosts, creati... more

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