Whoosh! It’s Apple Snack time.. Star Wars edition! Fresh off of another riveting season finale, this week Cooper Lee & Kennedy Rizzo take a closer look at the fascinating highlights on yet another key character from within the Star Wars universe. Check out the nostalgic caramelicious commentary on Luke Skywalker, from Farm Boy to Jedi Master! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining review/ feedback if you liked what you heard this week! If you have any suggestions, requests or experiences you...
May 22, 2024•25 min
Whoosh! It's once again Apple Snack time... Star Wars Edition! Fresh off of another jaw-dropping, intergalactic journeyed experience through the caramel perspective of the Retro Orchard, Cooper Lee & Kennedy Rizzo take a closer look on some of the key characters/ notable highlights we've come to know & love baked into the realm of Star Wars. Join in the caramelicious discussion on Han Solo, Smuggler to Hero! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining review/ feedback if you liked what you he...
May 15, 2024•26 min
A long time ago, in a galaxy far away... somewhere in space this could all be happening right now. Where else can one vicariously join forces with a Jedi knight, wise mentors, adorable droids, a princess, along with other strange creatures all coexisting & conducting thrilling battles all throughout the galaxy? The cinematography, special effects & storytelling still stand the test of time! Join The Caramel Apples as they pick back up on the nostalgic highlights of this legendary cinemat...
May 08, 2024•35 min•Season 8Ep. 12
A long time ago in a galaxy far away... somewhere in space, this could all be happening right now. We caramel wish this was so when discussing an intergalactic saga of this magnitude, we can't help to have our collective retro minds blown! The Caramel Apples peer into the nostalgic highlights of this legendary cinematic juggernaut in Part 1 of the beloved Star Wars saga! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining review/ feedback if you liked what you heard this week! If you have any suggestions, re...
May 01, 2024•43 min•Season 8Ep. 11
Hey caramel sky watchers! In spring 2024, the buzz/ high anticipation surrounding the total solar eclipse was all set to dazzle eager observers all across the country, who seized the opportunity to view it. And this rare phenomenon did NOT disappoint! With their special solar specs handy, The Caramel Apples thankfully were near the center lane of the eclipse where totality was clearly visible. Last total eclipse was in 1994! Spring ahead 30 years to 2024, as The Caramel Apples share their awesom...
Apr 24, 2024•17 min
There's almost nothing better than recounting a good, undercover investigation whose members/ players easily infiltrate spaces that normally pose some difficulty for regular police officers to blend in unnoticed. These "spaces" involve high school and college settings. This is where a specialized headquarters with an attractive, youthful squad of police officers covertly come in to tackle various avenues of youth crime. Join Cooper Lee & Kennedy Rizzo this week as they caramel deep dive on t...
Apr 17, 2024•41 min•Season 8Ep. 10
The Outsiders is a 1983 coming-of-age film directed by Francis Ford Coppola. This touching film is an adaptation of the 1967 eponymous novel of the same name by S.E. Hinton about a teen gang called The Greasers, known for the trouble they cause, actively deal with tense social angst involving a rival group, The Socials in rural Oklahoma. The Outsiders was released on March 25, 1983 in the U.S. JoEllen Misakian, a librarian at Lone Star Elementary School in Fresno, CA.. along with their students,...
Apr 10, 2024•36 min•Season 8Ep. 9
When looking back on the fun lovin' 70s/ early 80s, where else can one anticipate tuning into the zany, daily adventures/ social lives revolving around 3 single roommates living the dream in their apartment in sunny Santa Monica, California? Ready for easy laughter this week? Join Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee as they caramel deep dive the many escapades & hijinks baked into the retro 70s sitcom, Three's Company! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining review/ feedback if you liked what you ...
Apr 03, 2024•47 min•Season 8Ep. 8
"On with the show, this is it!" Yet another retro memory that easily takes we GenXers back to our childhood! Some of the best and most memorable nostalgia came in the way of watching our favorite characters readily entertain us in enjoyable, animated classic shorts. Get ready, grab some caramel popcorn and join Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee as they countdown 15 classic Looney Tunes character greats! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining review/ feedback if you liked what you heard this week! I...
Mar 27, 2024•53 min•Season 8Ep. 7
The first computer-generated TV persona's famous catchphrase was encouraging throngs of fans to "catch the wave!" When thinking of the totally tubular 80s, Max Headroom was at the head of the pack! Max Headroom was really ahead of its time. Now that we actually have advanced technology/ A.I. at our fingertips, watching it brings back some memories! When recounting our decade specific gem, there was no denying the time, energy, and raw inventiveness in creativity this ornery persona dialed up; ag...
Mar 20, 2024•24 min•Season 8Ep. 6
Prove Your Love...are you ready to do just that, Orchard Archivers? On this week's Orchard Trek Retro, The Caramel Apples rewind back a few years on an inspiring, fresh caramel deep dive into the captivating highlights of the life and exciting career of the beautiful, talented powerhouse female vocalist, Taylor Dayne! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining review/ feedback if you liked what you heard this week! If you have any suggestions, requests or experiences you'd like to have featured in f...
Mar 13, 2024•34 min•Season 8Ep. 5
Three years ago, smack dab in the throes of the recent pandemic, The Caramel Apples decided to put their caramel imaginations together & see what they could achieve by warmly sharing their retro experiences/ memories with their loyal friends & community by way of retro pop culture nostalgia. Three years ago on this very date, Retro Trek with The Caramel Apples was established! And boy—what a caramelicious ride it's been thus far! And you Orchard Archivers truly make it happen! Join Kenne...
Mar 06, 2024•11 min•Season 8Ep. 4
A take on music when referring to the great talent of such beloved musicians of yesteryear, effortlessly made nostalgic inroads that awakened our imagination & found their way into our collective caramel minds & hearts! Join Cooper Lee & Kennedy Rizzo this week as they reach back to deep dive into the world & intriguing history of the smooth, melodic sounds of the rock supergroup, Mike + the Mechanics! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining review/ feedback if you liked what you ...
Feb 28, 2024•38 min•Season 8Ep. 3
Richard Simmons was always a man with a plan, a big heart and warm affection for his most devoted fans. Frustrated with his own weight struggles, he decided to take matters into his own hands & built from scratch the wellness/ fitness empire he has today! Join The Caramel Apples this week as they go on a refreshing Retro Trek on the shining highlights in the life/ career of the ever iconic, energetic fitness guru, Richard Simmons! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining review/ feedback if yo...
Feb 21, 2024•46 min•Season 8Ep. 2
"Please won't you be, my neighbor?" Oh how very nostalgic these warm words were on weekday afternoons! When it comes to Mr. Fred Rogers cleverly tapping into many a child's imagination, there was no better place to do just that than to follow the trolley's lead into the legendary Land of Make Believe! Is that the trolley coming? Join Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee as they revisit the wholesome family fun to be found on Mister Roger's Neighborhood! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining review/ f...
Feb 14, 2024•31 min•Season 8Ep. 1
Oh, the things that one can come across any-given day in the current newsfeed! There's never a shortage of shocking, embarrassing stories/ claims that are SO out there—SO ridiculous, that these varied tales of woe literally have the curious population scratching their heads! And the money involved a claimant is requesting is unbelievable! Is this a clever way to try to cash in? Join The Caramel Apples this week as they discuss wacky, potential frivolous lawsuits! We're now on social media! If yo...
Feb 07, 2024•22 min
You have been served! Hey Orchard Archivers, when you think of a housekeeper, maid and/ or butler, what visual quickly flashes into your mind? Was it the warm charm, wit, and care they brought to the family they were apart of? Did you notice a distinctive uniform or certain way they dressed? Retro TV & film truly had the power to shape our nostalgia for the better! Join The Caramel Apples this week as they engage is this warm, fun caramel chitchat! We're now on social media! If you would lik...
Jan 31, 2024•25 min
So, when self checkout/ kiosks began to show up in more retail/ restaurant spaces, the lure was appealing & strong where one could expedite the shopping experience. You know the drill.., scan your items, minimize or even skip the small talk with human cashier associates, and ideally you're on your way! Scanning barcodes ourselves is now the new normal. The digital advancements are slowly phasing out the old school shopping experiences as society moves forward. Join Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper...
Jan 24, 2024•17 min
It's Apple Snack time! A thought-provoking question that The Caramel Apples will ponder on in this week's chitchat is this: What is behind the draw/ appeal of going to a live concert? Seeing your favorite band/ vocalist perform live... shoulder to shoulder with likeminded fans is life! The atmosphere is something you just cannot get anywhere else. Join Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee this week as they reminisce on their various memories of the awesome concert-going experience! We're now on social...
Jan 17, 2024•22 min
The Caramel Apples love--absolutely love retro trekking down memory lane, to fondly recall so many of the memories of the 70s/ 80s filed away deeply into our hearts & minds. The majority of these memories are really good... others, well not so much. This brings up the very real & raw occurrence of bullying! An unfortunate but common theme that played out a time or ten all throughout those tender years, as well as in pop culture. Join in on the serious, but intriguing caramel deep dive th...
Jan 10, 2024•43 min
In this week's Apple Snack edition, one may be familiar with a current, explosive phenomena developing while passing through any-given media forum.., an example where information, posts and/ or photos have been categorized as an overshare on something or someone, usually of a personal nature. Have you noticed this uptick in pop culture lately? Join Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee this week as they discuss "too much Info" a.k.a. TMI! We're now on social media! If you would like to reach out, stop ...
Jan 03, 2024•19 min
For this week's Apple Snack, The Caramel Apples take a few moments on a fascinating, memorable deep dive into some of their personal caramelicious nostalgic globe trekking adventures. Grab your boarding pass and pack your bags, Orchard Archivers! Come along for a wonderful, fun time! We're now on social media! If you would like to reach out, stop by and say hi! Tell us how we're doing! Leave a comment & share your thoughts and retro memories! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining review/ fe...
Dec 27, 2023•27 min
It's Apple Snack time! What on earth are The Caramel Apples ready to take on to discuss now? So, what are your thoughts on tipping? In short, the current state of tipping—at least here stateside, is a hot mess! Many are divided & confused on when and how much gratuities to leave; especially for which services, as well as for whom. Join Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee this week as they deep dive the touchy subject of the proper etiquette in tipping culture! We're now on social media! If you wo...
Dec 20, 2023•17 min
It's once again Apple Snack time! Fresh off of another fascinating journeyed experience through the Retro Orchard, The Caramel Apples take a closer look on the added fun of discussing the extra highlights/ gems & laughs on each of the four senior, lovable roommates we've come to love in The Golden Girls—that of Rose, Blanche, Sophia and Dorothy! This week Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee are going all in on a caramelicious discussion on Dorothy Zbornak! We're now on social media! If you would ...
Dec 13, 2023•25 min
It's once again Apple Snack time! Fresh off of another fascinating journeyed experience through the Retro Orchard, The Caramel Apples take a closer look on the added fun of discussing the extra highlights/ gems & laughs on each of the four senior, lovable roommates we've come to love in The Golden Girls—that of Rose, Blanche, Sophia and Dorothy! This week Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee are going all in on a caramelicious discussion on Sophia Petrillo! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining r...
Dec 06, 2023•21 min
It's once again Apple Snack time! Fresh off of another fascinating journeyed experience through the Retro Orchard, The Caramel Apples take a closer look on the added fun of discussing the extra highlights/ gems & laughs on each of the four senior, lovable roommates we've come to love in The Golden Girls—that of Rose, Blanche, Sophia and Dorothy! This week Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee are going all in on a caramelicious discussion on Blanche Devereaux! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining...
Nov 29, 2023•19 min
It's once again Apple Snack time! Fresh off of another fascinating journeyed experience through the Retro Orchard, The Caramel Apples take a closer look on the added fun of discussing the extra highlights/ gems & laughs on each of the four senior, lovable roommates we've come to love in The Golden Girls—that of Rose, Blanche, Sophia and Dorothy! This week Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee are going all in on a caramelicious discussion on Rose Nylund! Subscribe, rate and leave us a shining revie...
Nov 22, 2023•17 min
"Thank you for being a friend!" We'd hear this wonderfully familiar tune play out happily each time hardcore fans settled in for some witty, provocative entertainment! All of the caramel comedy ensues while tuning into the wild adventures of four South Florida seniors sharing a house, their dreams & copious amounts of cheesecake! Join Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee this week as they fondly recall the bright, clueless, hilarious offerings these lovely mismatched ladies form as the perfect mat...
Nov 15, 2023•46 min•Season 7Ep. 11
When you think of cherished throwback memories, no doubt it's unanimous—that hands down all throughout the 80s/ early 90s, infectious music had breached out to different genres exploding onto the pop culture sphere of pure awesomeness! Freestyle music was one of such examples that went mainstream and easily commanded our attention. Join Kennedy Rizzo & Cooper Lee this week as they deep dive their fond memories on just how incredibly contagious/ awesome freestyle music was, and how it rightfu...
Nov 08, 2023•47 min•Season 7Ep. 10
"Champagne wishes and caviar dreams!" This right here was the infamous catchphrase of a most intoxicating 80s throwback television show, defined by many as their guilty pleasure! This guilty pleasure marked the beginnings of a new era of opulence & celebrity worship. Each week, the charismatic host took curiosity to new heights and brought the envious viewer along, giving special attention to the "no-expense-spared" luxuries in which the upper crust of modern society boasted to the world the...
Nov 01, 2023•44 min•Season 7Ep. 9
