Retro AV Rewind: A podcast about retro anime and video games!

The podcast where two millennial weebs dive headfirst into the nostalgia pool, armed with nothing but our love for old-school anime DVDs and VHS. We’re here to revisit the classics, the hidden gems, and the 'what were they thinking'?

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Retro AV Rewind: A podcast about retro anime and video games!

Gunbuster

October 16, 2025 • Vintage Macaroni and Bridget Rulz • Season 3 • Episode 6

00:00 Welcome
02:41 Exploring Local Markets and Events
05:32 Adventures in Asheville
08:02 Diving into Gunbuster
10:34 Character Development and Themes
13:16 Comparative Analysis with Other Series
15:35 Exploring Themes of Loneliness and Time
16:29 Critiques of Fan Service and Forced Relationships
18:13 Character Development and Emotional Impact
20:08 The Significance of the Ending
22:48 Recommendations for Newcomers to Mecha
25:31 Final Thoughts and Ratings

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Our super cute and fun theme song is by the talented Aaliyah Zionov
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