Join us as we get nostalgic about our favorite movies from the ’80s, ’90s, and early 2000s! The ones that defined our childhoods and may or may not hold up today. Hosted by “The Real” Josh Elliott, each episode dives into a beloved classic with fun memories, trivia, and plenty of laughs. And once a month, we switch things up with a special wrestling-themed episode, celebrating the wild world of pro wrestling from back in the day. If you love retro movies and old-school wrestling, this is your kind of nostalgia!
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In Episode 57 of Nostalgia Mania, Josh Elliott and Bryan J fire up the time machine and head back to November 2007 to relive the very first TNA Turkey Bowl from TNA Impact! This was near the talent peak of TNA, featuring names like Samoa Joe, AJ Styles, Christopher Daniels, Abyss, Chris Sabin, Jay Lethal, Eric Young and more.We break down the matches, the mayhem and the Thanksgiving-themed chaos that made the Turkey Bowl such a memorable part of TNA’s history. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Thanksgiving week with some classic Impact nostalgia.Be sure to follow JSESTUDIOS816 across social platforms, and check out the full video library of Nostalgia Mania episodes now available on YouTube.
21 Nov 2025
056 - Son in Law
Nostalgia Mania rolls into Episode 56 with a warm holiday favorite as we dive into the 1993 comedy Son in Law starring Pauly Shore. Join Josh as he breaks down this Thanksgiving classic filled with outrageous humor, heartfelt moments, and all the unforgettable Shore-isms that made the movie a staple of 90s comedy.Bryan J will be back in the studio as we relive the film, share memories, and talk about why Son in Law still hits the spot during the holiday season. Retro Recast returns as usual, giving us a chance to imagine who could fill these iconic roles today.Settle in for a fun, nostalgic ride and make sure to follow JSE STUDIOS816 on YouTube for more episodes, live streams, and retro content.
14 Nov 2025
055 - Dutch (1991)
This week on Nostalgia Mania, Josh Elliott is hitting the road for Thanksgiving with the 1991 John Hughes comedy Dutch! We’re talking about Ed O’Neill as the rough-around-the-edges everyman Dutch Dooley, who volunteers to pick up his girlfriend’s spoiled son Doyle (a young Ethan Embry) from boarding school. What starts as a simple road trip turns into a hilarious and heartfelt journey filled with fireworks, fights, and a few lessons along the way.Josh breaks down the movie’s box office numbers, runtime, and some fun behind-the-scenes stories, including who was originally supposed to star as Dutch. We’ll look at the cast, their most memorable quotes, and go through the movie scene by scene — from Dutch’s first showdown with Doyle to their wild Thanksgiving reunion.You’ll also get The Vintage Report, where we dive into what made Dutch stand out (or maybe not) back in 1991 and why it still sparks memories today. And don’t miss the always-popular Retro Recast, where we pick who could play Dutch and Doyle if the movie was made in 2025.It’s a road trip you won’t forget, full of laughs, nostalgia, and a little heart.
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