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retroist, 10 days ago to random

I am sure your hair is clean, but is it Super Mario Bros clean?

retroist, 10 days ago to random

Happy Mother's Day. Remember...

retroist, 15 days ago to random

In 1985, 60 Minutes did a sensationalized piece on Dungeons & Dragons. Afterward, artist David A. Trampier came to the defense of the game. Citing the show's poor interpretation of statistics, he showed how the game actually saved lives.

https://www.retroist.com/p/dungeons-and-dragons-saves-lives

retroist, 16 days ago to random

Get out there and exercise like it's 1983.

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retroist, 21 days ago to random

Did you get your Disney glasses at Taco Bell?

retroist, 22 days ago to random

In 1961 Fruit Stripe Gum hit shelves and for over 50 years its bright colors and fleeting flavor would attract and haunt gum chewers. Today I take a look at the history of this well-remembered, but sadly discontinued gum and its mascot.

https://www.retroist.com/p/fruit-stripe-gum

retroist, 23 days ago to random

I want to be sitting in a near pitch black car listening to my CDs with just the light from my dashboard and this radio.

retroist, 29 days ago to random

Did you play any TSR computer games?

retroist, 1 month ago to random

Avoid the Noid

retroist, 1 month ago to random

There's always something great on the RCA VideoDisc System.

retroist, 1 month ago to random

Pepsi's Cool Cans were a high point in soda can design.

retroist, 1 month ago to random

Make sure your Reeboks are pumped before starting your day.

retroist, 1 month ago to random

I usually drink Coke, but I would love a cool Ramblin' Root Beer.

retroist, 1 month ago to random

For all the Toys R Us kids out there.

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retroist, 2 months ago to random

Street Sharks!

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retroist, 2 months ago to random

Want to be popular in 1992? Just bring your Flirt Squirts to school and start soaking everyone.

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retroist, 2 months ago to random

Someday we'll find it...

retroist, 2 months ago to random

After completing the filming of 'The Fall Guy,' Lee Majors found unparalleled joy in relaxing in a hot tub, surrounded by his extensive Swatch watch collection.

retroist, 2 months ago to random

TC has an Apple IIc on Magnum PI.

retroist, 2 months ago to random

The Masters of the Universe library should have been bigger.

retroist, 2 months ago to random

In 1983, they rebroadcast a feature-length version of Star Trek's "Menagerie" that was hosted by Leonard Nimoy. Rob "Flack" O'Hara found a recorded copy on VHS and for maybe the first time in 40 years, this special presentation is seeing the light of day.

https://robohara.com/?p=14603

retroist, 3 months ago to random

In 1984, Keebler's Soft Batch Cookies hit shelves, blending convenience with homemade flavor. Maybe not revolutionary, but they made a lasting chewy impression on many and were a part of a multi-year lawsuit. Explore the story on the Retroist today.

https://www.retroist.com/p/keebler-soft-batch-cookies-history

retroist, 3 months ago to random

Back to the Future: The Animated Series only lasted two short seasons and was Saturday Morning appointment TV for me (and many other fans of the franchise).

retroist, 3 months ago to random

In 1985, First Quest – The Music, an album + adventure concept for Dungeons & Dragons was released. It wasn't a huge hit, but it's very memorable for those who got to hear it. Today on the Retroist I take a look back at this RPG gem.

https://www.retroist.com/p/dungeons-and-dragons-first-quest-album-1985

retroist, 3 months ago to random

Finally advertising that speaks to me, Nerds Gummy Clusters.