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Retrospection

Two friends discuss, and occasionally argue, about an old TV show or film that we remember being great from our younger years. But do they still hold up today?

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    174. Ball and Bottom

    We’re taking the law into our own hands as we creep up on The Boys in Blue from 1983. The only cinematic outing for the UK comedy duo Cannon and Ball.  Along the way paul reveals his car wash fantasy, Colin goes on an 80s holiday, and we both about British double acts.

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    173. Comin’ Clean

    This time we’re grabbing our chamois leathers and getting all sudsy with the British comedy box office hit, Confessions of a Window Cleaner (1974). Along the way Paul gets flexible with Yoga, Colin smutometer goes crazy, and we both get fashionable with that 70s look 

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    172. Battle Cry!

    While Colin is busy reprising his Liberace tribute act, Paul is joined by Jay and Beth to take a critical blade to the world of Xena (1995-2001). Along the way Beth questions the bravery of a small child (not Paul),  Jay demands a small ransom for his work, and Paul reveals where he hides his bananas.

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    171. The Human-odds

    In this episode we’re spacing out with the Italian scifi adventure of, The Humanoid (1979). Along the way, Paul develops a new drinking game, Colin plays the 70s Rock band name game, and we both go crazy for dusty bin.

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    170. Time Benders

    It’s a short episode, but feels like forever because time has no meaning as we look at the cult UK show, Sapphire and Steel (1979-82). Along the way Paul gets impressed by sounds, Colin has a Lumley epiphany, and we both discuss the exciting prospect of underpants merchandise.

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    169. Cannon Kicks

    In this episode we’re dropping some kicks and not pulling our punches as we do battle with, Enter the Ninja (1981). Along the way, Paul reveals his special cream, Colin workshops some new catchphrases, and they both get lost in mime.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Two friends discuss, and occasionally argue, about an old TV show or film that we remember being great from our younger years. But do they still hold up today?

HOSTED BY

Colin and Paul

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Two friends discuss, and occasionally argue, about an old TV show or film that we remember being great from our younger years. But do they still hold up today?

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Retrospection is created and hosted by Colin and Paul.
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