Buckle up for a wild ride with the Griswolds in our summer kickoff episode of Retro Made! Join host Katie as she teams up with Jim and Kevin from the Pool Scene Podcast to dive into the 1983 screwball comedy classic, National Lampoon's Vacation. From Chevy Chase’s iconic rants to Cousin Eddie’s cringe-worthy moments, we’re unpacking all the nostalgic hilarity of this John Hughes-written, Harold Ramis-directed gem. Ready for a trip down memory lane? Let’s hit the road! Hop in the Wagon Queen Family Truckster for a cross-country adventure filled with 80s pop culture, behind-the-scenes trivia, and laugh-out-loud moments. We’re spinning the 1983 time capsule wheel, testing Jim and Kevin’s knowledge on everything from Dallas to Fruit Roll-Ups, and diving deep into why this film is a comedy legend. Expect fun discussions about Clark Griswold’s quest for the perfect vacation, the iconic Holiday Road soundtrack, and some surprising casting what-ifs (Bill Murray as Clark?!). Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to Wally World, this episode is packed with retro goodness!0:00 - Intro: Welcome to Retro Made and the summer kickoff!1:59 - Episode overview: Why National Lampoon’s Vacation is a comedy classic2:16 - Guest intro: Jim and Kevin from Pool Scene Podcast6:20 - 1983 Time Capsule: Spinning the wheel for retro trivia7:08 - Prime Time Rewind: 1983 TV trivia (60 Minutes, Dallas, A-Team)10:26 - Totally Tasty: 1983 food and drink trivia (Fruit Roll-Ups, Tostitos)12:16 - Return to Toon Time: 1983 cartoon trivia (She-Ra, Jem)15:03 - Boombox Bangers: 1983 music hits (Billie Jean, Karma Chameleon)20:01 - Deep dive into National Lampoon’s Vacation: Plot, characters, and chaos33:47 - John Candy’s iconic cameo and the alternate ending reveal58:03 - Alternate ending discussion: What could’ve been?1:14:46 - Casting what-ifs: Bill Murray, Kim Cattrall, and more1:26:44 - Wrap-up: Final thoughts and where to find Pool Scene PodcastThis episode is your ticket to reliving the 80s through one of the most iconic road trip comedies ever made. Perfect for fans of National Lampoon, John Hughes, or anyone who loves a good laugh with a side of nostalgia. Learn fun facts, like how Chevy Chase adopted Dinky the dog, and why this film inspired countless comedies like The Hangover. RetroMade is your go-to podcast for all things retro movies and 80s/90s pop culture. Hosted by Katie, we dive into the films, music, and moments that shaped a generation.
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Special Summer Offer: Exclusively on Apple Podcasts, try our Dateline Premium subscription completely free for one month! With Dateline Premium, you get every episode ad-free plus exclusive bonus content.
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!