00:00 Welcome02:41 Exploring Local Markets and Events05:32 Adventures in Asheville08:02 Diving into Gunbuster10:34 Character Development and Themes13:16 Comparative Analysis with Other Series15:35 Exploring Themes of Loneliness and Time16:29 Critiques of Fan Service and Forced Relationships18:13 Character Development and Emotional Impact20:08 The Significance of the Ending22:48 Recommendations for Newcomers to Mecha25:31 Read More

Vintage and Bridget discuss the 1987 anime series 'Bubblegum Crisis.' They cover the show’s characters, themes, standout moments, and music, and share their thoughts on its strengths and weaknesses. The episode also includes insights into the production history of the series, comparisons to similar media, and hopes for a modern Read More

Vintage and Bridget celebrate recording in a professional studio for the first time! They reflect on their journey over the last year of podcasting, overcoming nerves and gaining confidence. They also talk about the iconic retro anime film Macross: Do You Remember Love? They delve into the plot, character dynamics, Read More

Vintage and Bridget discuss their lives, including Bridget's baking business. They delve into the challenges of overstimulation and health recovery after events. The conversation shifts to Vintage's experience at DragonCon. The main focus of the episode is a review of the anime 'Aura Battler Dunbine,' where they critique its animation Read More

Vintage and Bridget welcome their special guest, The Direct Edition. They discuss the anime, Beast King GoLion, and its American adaptation, Voltron. The Direct Edition shares insights about his podcasting journey, community involvement, and love for comic books and gaming. The trio also play a fun game of 'Um, Actually' Read More

Vintage and Bridget celebrate the launch of Season Three of their podcast, reflecting on their journey over the past year. They share personal updates, discuss their preparations for Dragon Con, and dive into the fascinating history of mecha anime, highlighting the impact of  Gundam and the complex themes introduced by Read More

Vintage and Bridget reconnect after a summer break, sharing personal updates, including birthday celebrations, tattoos, and concert experiences. They announce the theme for Season 3, discuss nostalgic films, and explore their current interests in movies, tv, and books. The conversation highlights their podcasting journey, the challenges of content creation, and Read More

Vintage Macaroni and Bridget share their experiences at MomoCon 2025, discussing the vibrant atmosphere, engaging panels, and the incredible cosplays they encountered. They reflect on personal growth, the joy of connecting with the community, and their plans for future conventions and content. The conversation highlights the importance of conventions in Read More

In this episode of Retro AV Rewind, Bridget and Vintage are joined by guest Kory from The World is my Burrito Podcast to discuss the darker themes of the magical girl anime Madoka Magica. They explore Kory's journey into anime and photography, the welcoming nature of the anime community, and Read More

Vintage and Bridget discuss their experiences with napping and delve into episodes of the magical girl anime, Minky Momo. The episode covers the history and impact of Minky Momo, including its unique storyline where the protagonist encounters real conflict and even a dramatic run-in with the infamous 'Truck Kun'. They Read More

Vintage and Bridget discuss the film 'The Girl Who Leapt Through Time' with Phil & Eric of The Wait For It Podcast, exploring its themes of youth, choice, and consequence. They share their first impressions, delve into character dynamics, and critique the film's ending. The conversation also compares the film Read More

Vintage and Bridget chat with special guest Jesse, an anime enthusiast and local community builder. They discuss Sailor Moon, Beyblade, karaoke, breakdancing, Dungeons & Dragons, and more. Jesse shares his journey with anime, his love for various fandoms, and some entertaining stories. The episode wraps up with a fun trivia Read More

Vintage and Bridget recap their recent anime movie night featuring the live action 'Cutie Honey' film. They discuss meeting new friends and favorite moments from the event. The episode includes a detailed breakdown of the movie's plot, its campy action sequences, and character evaluations. The hosts also touch on the Read More

In this episode of Retro AV Rewind, hosts Bridget Rulz and Vintage Macaroni delve into their experiences at recent pop culture conventions and their collaborative efforts with the Wait For It podcast. They share insights from their time at Collective Con and Jax Pop Con, highlighting the joy of connecting Read More

 Vintage Macaroni and Bridget Rulz are joined by guest Drippin' Quinness to explore the magical girl anime and manga series Shugo Chara. The conversation delves into Quinn's personal journey with comics and K-pop, the themes of identity and community in Shugo Chara, and what makes the series stand out in Read More

In this episode of Retro AV Rewind, Vintage and Bridget welcome Lady Amelthea, a streamer, content creator, and charity advocate, to discuss her all-time favorite movie, 'The Last Unicorn.' The conversation explores the film's themes, animation style, and the unique influence it had on Lady Amelthea's life. The episode wraps Read More

Join hosts Vintage Macaroni and Bridget Rulz on Retro AV Rewind! This week's episode is packed with exciting news about their upcoming events, including movie nights and their stage debut in a Japanese play. They also dive into a thorough review of the first 10 episodes of the classic anime, Read More

Vintage and Bridget discuss the 1973 anime, Cutie Honey! If you want to see the video of the personas ranking or just see our sweet lil faces check us out on YouTube! https://youtu.be/ahiv5DgADkMSupport us on Patreon! : https://www.patreon.com/RetroAVRewindOur super cute and fun theme song is by the talented Aaliyah Zionovinstagram: https://www.instagram.com/babyzionov/bandcamp: Read More

Vintage and Bridget discuss the 1983 anime, Creamy Mami! If you want to see the video of the character ranking or just see our sweet lil faces check us out on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RetroAVRewind/videosSupport us on Patreon! : https://www.patreon.com/RetroAVRewindOur super cute and fun theme song is by the talented Aaliyah Zionovinstagram: https://www.instagram.com/babyzionov/bandcamp: Read More

Bridget and Vintage kick off Season Two: Magical Girls discussing magical girls through the decades and where the originated from. They also do a magical girl outfit ranking! If you want to see the video of the outfit ranking or just see our sweet lil faces check us out on Read More