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Nowstalgia is a weekly pop culture podcast, hosted by Dave Martinson, reviewing and analyzing music, movies, TV, and entertainment. Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow our Best of 2023 Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0hlWY8E1fowCiuYU8Q1E8k?si=9c739b031376490e Subscribe on YouTube: Youtube.com/NowstalgiaPod Follow Nowstalgia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NowstalgiaPod
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Episodes

Foo Fighters, JJ Abrams, & Mother! - Ep. 85

Dave and Pat discuss Dave's trip to 'The Meadows' and recap the Emmys (6:58). We discuss new Star Wars Episode IX director JJ Abrams (15:46) and the Foo Fighter's new album 'Concrete and Gold' (19:22). We conclude with a discussion of 'Mother!', the new film starring Jennifer Lawrence, and why everyone hates it (23:37).

Sep 21, 201733 min

2017 Emmy Predictions - Ep. 84

Dave and Pat discuss all their picks and predictions for the major Emmys categories. We discuss snubs like 'The Leftovers' and 'The Young Pope', frustrating Emmy nomination trends, Westworld's shutout potential, and more.

Sep 14, 201728 min

LCD Soundsystem, It, Star Wars, & James Bond - Ep. 83

Dave and Pat discuss Taylor Swift's 2nd single 'Ready For It' (3:24), Sam Smith's return (4:58), and St. Vincent's upcoming album (7:03). We review LCD Soundsystem's new album 'American Dream' (8:59) and discuss the huge opening weekend for 'It' (14:03). We discuss Colin Trevorrow leaving Star Wars Episode IX and what that means for the franchise (17:47). We conclude with the James Bond film rights and ponder if Apple or Amazon actually have a chance to nab 007 (25:12).

Sep 12, 201734 min

Fall TV Preview - Ep. 82

Dave and Pat discuss all the high profile TV shows debuting/returning this Fall. We discuss high profile prestige shows like 'The Deuce', 'Black Mirror' and 'Mr Robot', crowd favorites like 'Narcos' and 'Stranger Things', and under the radar gems like 'Better Things' and 'Halt and Catch Fire'.

Sep 06, 201724 min

Taylor Swift, Lil Uzi Vert, & Game of Thrones Finale - Ep. 81

Dave and Pat discuss new DC news involving a solo Joker movie (1:44) and Taylor Swift's unimaginative new single (4:23). We share our reviews of new albums from xxxTentaction's (9:40), Queens of the Stone Age (10:35), The War on Drugs (11:48), Fifth Harmony (12:51), Lil Uzi Vert (16:02), Action Bronson (19:19), and ASAP Mob (21:05). We conclude with our thoughts on the Game of Thrones finale, the season at large, where Thrones goes from here, and when Season 8 will drop. (23:20).

Aug 31, 201739 min

Obi-Wan Kenobi Movie, Game of Thrones, & Logan Lucky - Ep. 80

Dave and Pat discuss the latest Game of Thrones episode 'Beyond The Wall' and how the show changed as it nears its conclusion. We discuss the Obi-Wan Kenobi Star Wars anthology film and why LucasFilm is playing it safe (7:12). We discuss the inevitable Taylor Swift album rollout (12:03) and Apple's strategy behind it's $1 billion original content budget (14:42). We discuss ASAP Ferg's new mixtape 'Still Striving' and Grizzly Bear's new album 'Painted Ruins' (17:21). We conclude with a review of ...

Aug 22, 201727 min

Kesha Rainbow, Wind River, Netflix, & Streaming Saturation - Ep. 79

Dave and Pat return to discuss 'The Bachelorette' finale (0.49) and Taylor Sheridan's latest film 'Wind River' (3:53). We discuss Disney's upcoming streaming service, Shonda Rhimes joining Netflix, and streaming saturation (8:14). We review Kesha's comeback album 'Rainbow' (14:07) and the latest episode of Game of Thrones 'Eastwatch' (18:19).

Aug 16, 201729 min

Game of Thrones, Ugly God, & Decline of 3D Movies - Ep. 78

Dave and Pat discuss if 'Glow' needs a second season (0:55), Netflix's 1st major acquisition (2:11), and the decline of 3D films (4:20). We discuss a trio of new music projects from Nine Inch Nails (9:17), Ugly God (12:45), and ASAP Twelvyy (14:42). We conclude with our thoughts on the latest Game of Thrones episode 'Spoils of War' (18:02).

Aug 09, 201729 min

Atomic Blonde, Vic Mensa, & Aminé - Ep. 77

Dave and Pat discuss the latest 'Game of Thrones' episode, HBO's upcoming show 'Confederate' and the #NoConfederate backlash (3:41), and Luc Besson's sci-fi flop 'Valerian and the City of A Thousand Planets' (6:25). We review Arcade Fire's 5th album 'Everything Now' (9:49), Aminé 's debut album 'Good For You' (12:32), and Vic Mensa's debut album 'The Autobiography' (15:02). We conclude with our review of 'Atomic Blonde' by discussing it's worthwhile action, confusing plot, sequel potential, and ...

Aug 02, 201731 min

Tyler, The Creator, Dunkirk, & Foster The People - Ep. 76

Dave and Pat discuss the most recent Game of Thrones episode (0.34), new trailers out of San Diego Comic Con (1:14), Foster The People's new album 'Sacred Hearts Club' (17:18, and Tyler, the Creator's new album 'Flower Boy' (19:21). We conclude with our review of Dunkirk (23:10) and discuss if it's Christopher Nolan's best film (28:57).

Jul 28, 201739 min

Jay-Z 4:44, HAIM, Spider-Man Homecoming, & Baby Driver - Ep. 75

Dave and Pat discuss Soundcloud's financial problems (0:54), new singles and upcoming albums (2:53), Calvin Harris' new album 'Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 1' (5:32), 21 Savage's 'Issa Album' (6:29), Kanye leaving Tidal (7:20), Aladdin casting (8:34), and the Game of Thrones premiere (11:31). We conclude with our reviews of Jay-Z's '4:44' (15:03), HAIM's 'Something To Tell You' (20:03), Baby Driver (22:51), and Spider-Man: Homecoming (27:28).

Jul 20, 201739 min

Game of Thrones Season 7 Theories - Ep. 74

Spoilers! Dave and Pat discuss what the characters are up to, the most anticipated conflict, character death predictions, endgame theories, and more. Is 'Clegane Bowl' real? Will Jon Snow and Sansa Stark become enemies?

Jul 12, 201735 min

Best of 2017 So Far - Ep. 73

Dave and Pat discuss award winners for the 'Best of 2017 So Far'. Awards include 'Song of the Year', 'Record of the Year', 'Best Comeback', 'Movie of the Year', 'TV Show of the Year', 'Best Breakout' and more!

Jul 06, 201736 min

Vince Staples Big Fish Theory & Star Wars Han Solo - Ep. 72

Dave and Pat discuss why Lord & Miller were fired from the Star Wars Han Solo film(2:53), Daniel Day-Lewis retiring from acting (9:50), Damon Lindelof adapting 'Watchmen' for HBO (12:14), season finales of 'Veep' and 'Silicon Valley' (14:02), and the up and down third season of 'Fargo' (18:19). We conclude with our review of 'Big Fish Theory', the superb sophomore album from Vince Staples (20:50).

Jun 27, 201728 min

Melodrama by Lorde - Ep. 71

Dave and Pat discuss the new 'Black Panther' trailer (1:15), 'Cars 3' topping the box office while 'Rough Night' bombs (3:04). and the XXL Freshmen 2017 cover (8:13). We discuss upcoming albums from Jay-Z (9:45), LCD Soundsystem (13:45), Vince Staples (15:08), and Action Bronson (17:41). We conclude with our review of Lorde's excellent sophomore album 'Melodrama' (21:17).

Jun 20, 201733 min

Katy Perry, Halsey, Lil Yachty, Phoenix, & Bryson Tiller - Ep. 70

Dave and Pat catch up with reviews of new albums from alt-j (0:51), Bleachers (1:26), and Phoenix(4:35). We discuss Donald Glover retiring the Childish Gambino name (6:51). We discuss Halsey's new album 'Hopeless Fountain Kingdom' and her meteoric rise (9:02). We discuss Katy Perry's poor new effort 'Witness' and where she goes from here (17:03). We conclude with Lil Yachty's 'Teenage Emotions' (22:33) and Bryson Tiller's 'True To Self' (27:23).

Jun 13, 201734 min

Wonder Woman, The Leftovers, & Governors Ball - Ep. 69

Dave and Pat recap Dave's time at Governors Ball including a rare Childish Gambino performance. We discuss casting news regarding Nathan Drake, Tom Hardy as Venom, and TJ Miller leaving Silicon Valley (10:52). Pat dives into 'The Leftovers' series finale and his thoughts on the series as a whole (22:09). Dave shares his thoughts on what worked and didn't work for 'Baywatch' (31:30), 'Alien Covenant' (34:41), 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales' (39:40), and 'Wonder Woman' (42:20).

Jun 07, 201750 min

2017 Summer Movie Preview - Ep. 68

Dave and Pat discuss the blockbusters and under the radar films of summer movie season. We discuss what 'Wonder Woman' needs to do for DC (2:45), the questionable Universal 'Monsters' universe starting with 'The Mummy' (5:!4), Christopher Nolan's return with 'Dunkirk' (16:40), why you shouldn't sleep on smaller films like 'Baby Driver' and 'Atomic Blonde', and more.

May 30, 201726 min

What Happened to Rock Music? - Ep. 67

Dave and Pat discuss why rock music has taken a big step back to hip hop over the last 10 years. We delve into why the biggest rock tours are older bands, the path to success for new bands today, why the internet age rewards hip hop over rock, and who if anyone is next up.

May 23, 201734 min

Master of None, Harry Styles, Paramore, & XXL Freshmen - Ep. 66

Dave and Pat discuss colossal bomb 'King Arthur: Legend of the Sword' (0:45), Kanye's mountaintop retreat (3:35), and Donald Glover developing an animated 'Deadpool' series (7:11). We share our thoughts on the direction of Harry Styles on his debut album (9:14) and Paramore going full pop on 'After Laughter' (12:26). We predict the likely choices for the XXL Freshmen 2017 Cover (17:52) and conclude with our thoughts on the stellar 'Master of None' from Aziz Ansari (28:14).

May 16, 201740 min

Logic, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, & Game of Thrones - Ep. 65

Dave and Pat discuss 'The Meadows' impressive lineup (1:04) and recap 'Rolling Loud' (6:09). We explain our excitement for 'Blade Runner 2049' and disinterest in 'The Dark Tower' (8:59). We discuss the most likely premises for the 'Game of Thrones' spinoff shows (13:20). We review Logic's new album 'Everybody' and expound on why it misses the mark (17:46). We conclude with our review of 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2" and discuss what makes it a worthy sequel (27:12).

May 09, 201741 min

Gorillaz Humanz, HAIM, & Phoenix - Ep. 64

Dave and Pat discuss new release dates for Star Wars Episode IX, Indiana Jones 5, and Avatar 2-5 (lol). We discuss Jeff Goldlbum returning to 'Jurassic World' (9:51), Seth Rogen joining 'The Lion King', and the total failure of 'The Circle' (13:00). We discuss new songs and upcoming albums for HAIM (14:42) and Phoenix (17:17). We conclude with our review of the disappointing new Gorillaz album 'Humanz' (22:20).

May 02, 201733 min

Fargo, The Leftovers, & Frank Ocean - Ep. 63

Dave and Pat discuss Lady Gaga's mediocre new song 'The Cure' (1:30), King Kendrick's DNA video (3:14), and Playboi Carti's disappointing debut mixtape (6:47). We discuss Frank Ocean's new song 'Lens' and the impact of Beats 1 radio (9:26). We discuss the return of 'Fargo' and whether the show is getting too familiar (16:45). We conclude with the final season of 'The Leftovers' (25:35) and the benefits of Veep and Silicon Valley changing their formulas (29:19).

Apr 26, 201743 min

Kendrick Lamar Damn, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, & Fate of the Furious - Ep. 62

Dave and Pat discuss excellent casting choices for young Dumbeldore in 'Fantastic Beasts' and Cable in 'Deadpool 2' (0:54). Dave shares his spoiler-free thoughts on 'The Fate of the Furious' and how it stacks up against the rest of the franchise (4:06). We discuss news out of Star Wars Celebration and thoughts on the 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' trailer (6:48). We conclude with our review of Kendrick Lamar's new album 'Damn' (17:47).

Apr 18, 201738 min

Joey Badass, Thor: Ragnarok, Harry Styles, & Father John Misty - Ep. 61

Dave and Pat discuss the debut solo song 'Sign of the Times' from Harry Styles and how it compares Zayn (3:42). We discuss the fun teaser for 'Thor: Ragnarok' and our expectations for the fall film (5:50). Pat discusses his recent concert experiences with Galantis and LCD Soundsystem (12:16). Pat reviews new albums from Father John Misty and Future Islands (19:40). Dave reviews the new album from Joey Badass and explains why it's the best hip hop album of the year (25:08).

Apr 11, 201735 min

Big Little Lies, Legion, & 2017 Spring TV Preview - Ep. 60

Dave and Pat discuss the 'Big Little Lies' finale, series MVP, and what series means for TV (1:00). We discuss the finale of 'Legion', share our thoughts on the season, and Aubrey Plaza's breakout (7:30). We talk VOD updates out of Cinema Con (16:17), Joss Whedon joining DC for a Batgirl film (21:51), upcoming albums from Kendrick Lamar, Joey Bada$$, The Chainsmokers, Father John Misty, Logic, and Slyvan Esso (26:50). We conclude with our Spring TV preview by discussing the returns of 'Better Ca...

Apr 06, 201757 min

Kendrick Lamar, Dave Chappelle, & 2017 Best Films So Far - Ep. 59

Dave and Pat discuss Kendrick Lamar's new song 'The Heart Part IV', explain who he is dissing, and expectations for his upcoming album (0:22). We review Dave Chappelle's return to standup comedy and Netflix's comedy power play (9:06). We discuss the exciting new episode of 'Legion', another Terminator reboot, and a surprise Venom film (14:29). We recap the movies of 2017 so far by looking back on an unexpectedly strong start to the film year, discussing what the overwhelming success of 'Get Out'...

Mar 28, 201741 min

Drake More Life, Beauty and the Beast, & Spoon - Ep. 58

Dave and Pat discuss the questionable 'The Matrix' relaunch (1:05), box office monster 'Beauty and the Beast' (4:15), and the Disney live action remake machine (11:48). We discuss 'Hot Thoughts', the new album from Spoon, and Spoon's decades long consistency (18:13). We conclude with a review of Drake's new playlist 'More Life' and discuss why this is a return to form and where it fits in Drake's discography (23:24).

Mar 21, 201746 min

Kong: Skull Island, Samurai Jack, & The Bachelor - Ep. 57

Dave and Pat discuss the future of virtual reality (1:48), new music from Frank Ocean, Lorde, and The Shins (3:53), the return of Samurai Jack (9:02), 'The Bachelor' Season 21 finale and our thoughts on Nick's season (13.25), our review of 'Kong: Skull Island' (20:02), and the current Peak TV shows including 'Legion', 'Big Little Lies', and Marvel's 'Iron Fist' (26:48). Subscribe on YouTube! http://bit.ly/2mBtXt8

Mar 14, 201741 min

Logan, Ed Sheeran, & Lorde - Ep. 56

Dave and Pat discuss a wealth of new music including new projects from Thundercat (7:03), Future (8:32), Sampha (11:57), Ed Sheeran (13:24), and Lorde's new single (18:31). We talk the launch of Nintendo Switch and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild's glowing reviews (20:16). We discuss a wealth movies news including DC (22:00), The Lion King live action film casting (26:39), and Get Out (29:35). We conclude with our review of Logan (33:35). We discuss why Logan ranks among the best superhe...

Mar 08, 201751 min
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