Retrospection

72. A Ruddy Mess

In this episode we take a chilling turn with "From Beyond the Grave" (1974), The seventh and last of the Amicus Anthology films. Along the way we discover Paul's natural talent at imitating eccentric old ladies,  Colin's fear of entrapment, and the difficulties of 1970s pornography. Intro and outro music is from the film and is by Douglas Gamley.   

71. Three Times a Lady

In this episode we take a look at British crime fighting show, C.A.T.S. Eyes, which ran from 1985 to 1987. Along the way we talk about BBC vs. ITV in the 80s, realise this show has the most 80s of 80s opening credits, and discover that Paul may be a Russian spy. Opening music, C.A.T.S. Eyes series one theme by John Kongos and closing theme by John Kongos and sung by Louise Barton.

70. Odds Against You?

We take to the streets of New York as we join Edward Woodward in the American series "The Equalizer" from 1985. Along the way we discover why the Jolly Green Giant isn't so jolly, why it's bad to color code your assassination files when you're colorblind, and ponder the marvel of a musical bog. Opening and closing music is the Equalizer theme written and performed by Stewart Copeland.

69. Victory or Death... Or Compromise?

In this episode we're taking to the stars with The Last Starfighter from 1984. Along the way we question Centauri's money making scheme and worry about alien dribble. Intro music is the Last Starfighter Suite by Craig Safan, and outro is Somebody, Somewhere, Something from the Last Starfighter musical.

68. Fangs Can Only Get Better

In this episode we're carrying on with the carry on team and scaring ourselves silly with Carry on Screaming from 1966. Along the way we get nostalgic for Victorian public lavatories and we discuss the merits of guest Carry On actors. Music by Eric Rogers.

67. Junior Retrospection - Batman The Animated Series

In this special junior episode of Retrospection we're joined by ten year old James as he takes a look at an episode of Batman - The Animated Series. Will he think it's a work of pure bat-genius or simply some terrible trick played by the Joker? Join us and find out. Intro and outro music by Danny Elfman from the series. 

66. Interview - Judy Matheson

In this episode we are lucky to be joined by Judy Matheson. Judy stars in the films Lust for a Vampire, Twins of Evil, The Exquisite Cadaver, and many others. She also appeared in some of our favourite TV shows including The Professionals, The Sweeney and Blake's 7. Judy discusses her theatrical beginnings, her movies and shows, and her work as a continuity announcer in the eighties for Television South. Opening and closing music is from Lust for a Vampire by Harry Robinson. 

65. Creepy Charlie & the Other One

In this episode we're on a stake out out with American 1970s cops, Starsky and Hutch. Along the way we find out which one of has soul and who would rather take a sauna with a Crime Lord than go out and catch the criminals. Opening music is the first season Starsky and Hutch theme by Lalo Schifrin, and the closing music is the second season theme 'Gotcha' by Tom Scott.

64. Self Isolation Special - Retro Gaming

In this episode we self isolate with some of our favorite retro video and computer games. And we've collected a special guest along the way. So join Colin, Paul and Dave as they choose some of their favorite joystick wagglers and button mashers. Intro music, Thunder Force IV composed by Toshiharu Yamanishi, and Takeshi Yoshida and outro music from The Chaos Engine by Farook Joi, Haroon Joi, and Richard Joseph.

63. Self Isolation Special

In a change from our normal episode we've each pieced together our dream TV schedule for a day of self isolation. We start around 9am and finish around 12pm and it's a ramshackle, drunken affair. Mistakes will be made, odd TV selections complained about, and you'll feel like you've spent the day with us too.