Time Capsule
1986 Masters of the Universe Catalog
Masters of the Universe might be as or more popular now than it was in it’s heyday in the mid-80s. [Continue Reading]
Mickey's Retro Ramblings
McDonald’s McD.L.T. Memories
It seems like about once a month, McDonald’s rolls out some new creation. Some are designed to be a short-term [Continue Reading]
Mickey's Retro Ramblings
The Forgotten Magic of Oatmeal Swirlers
I can remember almost being excited going to bed on those nights when I knew that Oatmeal Swirlers was going to be for breakfast the next day. Sadly, like so many other favorite foods of my youth, this one bit the dust far too early. [Continue Reading]
Special Feature
Highlights From a 1988 Toys ‘R’ Us Sale Paper
On an old episode of The Retro Network Podcast, Jason and I scoured through an old Toys ‘R’ Us sale [Continue Reading]
Mickey's Retro Ramblings
Chewing on Childhood: Dr. Pepper Gum
Dr. Pepper gum was one of the first to feature a liquid center, and that awesome flavor burst onto the scene in the mid-80s. [Continue Reading]
Gen X Chronicles
Underoos: The Underwear That Was Fun to Wear
Underoos turned ordinary mornings into full‑blown adventures, letting every Gen X kid feel like a hero long before we ever put on real clothes. [Continue Reading]