Retrospection Connection

In this installment of Retrospection Connection, I venture into a genre that I typically avoid with the 2006 classic animated horror film, Monster House. I’m joined by my new friend (and extremely talented visual artist) Victor, aka @TacoVHS on Instagram. Monster House tackles grounded themes that everyone has the capacity to relate to, like grief, growing up, and living in the present. It’s certainly given me a lot to think about it, and I hope it’s able to do the same for you. Enjoy! Follow the pod on instagram @retrospectionconnection. If you’d like to hear about a particular tv show or movie, or be considered as a featured guest on “RC”, feel free to send an email to retrospectconnect2001@gmail.com. Theme music creator: Rummel Requerme. “Ad Break” segment music creator: HoliznaCC0.

In this installment of Retrospection Connection, I’m introduced to the fantastical world of the 2002 animated film, Treasure Planet by one of my dearest old pals and resident high school math teacher, Zachary. Together, Zachary and I unpack the coming of age adventure tale, finding ourselves in the themes of parental relationships and charting our own life course. Follow the pod on instagram @retrospectionconnection! If you’d like to hear about a particular tv show or movie, or be considered as a featured guest on “RC”, feel free to send an email to retrospectconnect2001@gmail.com. Theme music creator: Rummel Requerme. “Ad Break” segment music creator: HoliznaCC0.

In this episode of Retrospection Connection, my spectacular friend (and personal favorite doctoral candidate) Anna opened my eyes to a show that, in retrospect, was always just below the surface: Bones. We get into the weeds of how this show immediately gripped Anna at her tender middle school age, how it broke the mold of the typical crime procedural formula, and how it explores the characters’ struggles with the concept of truth, sparking a conversation around the evolution of our own personal beliefs. As per usual, sit back, grab a snack, and listen in as we talk about a show that manages to add heart to an otherwise lifeless premise…get it, cos the show is called Bones…anyways. Follow the pod on instagram @retrospectionconnection. If you’d like to hear about a particular tv show or movie, or be considered as a featured guest on “RC”, feel free to send an email to retrospectconnect2001@gmail.com. Theme music creator: Rummel Requerme. “Ad Break” segment music creator: HoliznaCC0.

In this installment of RC, I brought in my friend (and resident high school show choir authority), Lili, to unpack the late 2000s musical teen dramedy, Glee. We talk about our individual experiences navigating high school life and how Glee reflected that back to us, the show’s undeniable legacy of diversity and embracing the “underdog”, how Lili’s post-grad career altered the way that she relates to the show as an adult, and more. Sit back, grab a snack, and listen in as we talk about the show that helped define a generation of young performing arts lovers. Follow the pod on instagram @retrospectionconnection! If you’d like to hear about a particular tv show or movie, or be considered as a featured guest on “RC”, feel free to send an email to retrospectconnect2001@gmail.com. Theme music creator: Rummel Requerme. “Ad Break” segment music creator: HoliznaCC0

On this episode of Retrospection Connection, my friend Alex and I revisit the cultural phenomenon of "SpongeBob SquarePants" and share our thoughts on its enduring legacy. We explore the singularity of SpongeBob's character, examine the clash between eternal optimism and cynicism in the SpongeBob/Squidward dynamic, as well as discuss the show's insightful portrayal of surviving the modern workplace, offering valuable perspective on personal fulfillment and creativity. I hope you enjoy! Follow the pod on instagram @retrospectionconnection. If you’d like to hear about a particular tv show or movie, or be considered as a featured guest on “RC”, feel free to send an email to retrospectconnect2001@gmail.com. Theme music creator: Rummel Requerme, “Ad Break” segment music creator: HoliznaCC0

On this episode of Retrospection Connection, my friend Taylor and I delve into the nostalgic world of 1990s sitcoms as we shine a light on one of the era's most beloved shows: "The Nanny." Join us as we take a look back and explore the impact and enduring appeal of this hilarious and heartwarming series. We hope you enjoy!If you’d like to hear about a particular tv show or movie, or be considered as a featured guest on “RC”, feel free to send an email to retrospectconnect2001@gmail.com.Theme music creator: Rummel Requerme“Ad Break” segment music creator: HoliznaCC0

In this episode, I'm joined by my good friend, Rummel, as we revisit the beloved Nickelodeon sitcom, Ned's Declassified: School Survival Guide. We discuss how the show defied and exceeded expectations of children's television and used its unique format to impart valuable lessons onto its viewers. We reflect on whether Ned's Declassified influenced our own experiences in middle school and how it compares to other teen sitcoms of its time. We also examine how our individual outlooks on the show have evolved with more time and life experience under our belts. Join us as we connect over our revisit of this underrated 2000's TV classic!