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Welcome to TRN Drive-In! Visit the snack bar and tune your radio to The Retro Network because it's time to screen the movies you love. read less
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Episodes

Ernest Goes To Camp (1987)
Jun 24 2022
Ernest Goes To Camp (1987)
This episode is presented in conjunction with TRN's Summer Camp event presented by Old Time Candy. Click here to enter OTC's National Candy Month Giveaway for chance to win a 4lb Decade Box full of retro candy. While you are there, use the code OTC15 at check out to save on the featured candy of the week. See site for details. TRN Drive-In returns just in time for Summer Camp! To celebrate the special event, we recently screened the 1987 comedy film Ernest Goes to Camp starring Jim Varney. Join Adam (@hojukoolander), Wyatt (@infamouswb), and Jason (@RD80s) as they take a trip to Camp Kikakee to see Ernest P. Worrell help a group of delinquents and save the camp from being demolished by a nearby mining company. You'll hear facts you may not know about the film, box office stats, and our Drive-In awards including our favorite scenes, lines and which supporting actor stole the show. Also don't miss our intermission as we discuss which prop would go back and steal from the set.Tell us your thoughts by interacting with us on social media @TRNsocial on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Fans of TRN Drive-In can get access to our BONUS series TRN Drive-In '95 by becoming a VIP on Patreon! Support us at the $5 level and you'll unlock Drive-In podcasts featuring 1995 films like Tommy Boy, Waterworld, Major Payne, and Toy Story. Plus you'll get more bonus podcasts like the unfiltered After Hours with Jason & Mickey, Outtakes and Stories, and Jason & Mickey's Grocery Stories podcast series. Your pledge also includes access to our VIP Lounge on Slack where TRN staff and VIPs share life together. Sign up today through the link above and thanks in advance for your support. Subscribe to TRN Drive-In for the complete library of episodes. If you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, we'd appreciate your 5 star review to help us spread the word about TRN Drive-In! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Tommy Boy (1995)
Apr 27 2020
Tommy Boy (1995)
Holy Shnikes! The Retro Network proudly presents the first installment in our TRN Drive-In '95 series (previously exclusive to Patreon) to all of our listeners! One of the most beloved comedies not just of 1995 but all time is Tommy Boy starring Chris Farley and David Spade.Listen as Jason and Mickey go through the film's history, give out awards for best scene and line, and explore little known facts. We'll also discuss the actors' history, some casting What Ifs, and even ask if the film should get another incarnation.As promised during the podcast, check out these Tommy Boy resources on the web: Tommy Boy: Behind the Laughter documentary on YouTube and Fat Men, Little Coats: The Oral History of Tommy Boy by Film School Rejects.Tell us your thoughts by interacting with us on social media @TRNsocial on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.Fans of TRN Drive-In can get access to our bonus series TRN Drive-In '95 by becoming a VIP on Patreon! Support us at the $5 level and you'll unlock podcasts featuring films from 1995 like Tommy Boy, Waterworld, Major Payne, and Toy Story. Plus you'll get more bonus podcasts like the unfiltered After Hours, Grocery Stories, and Outtakes episodes. Your pledge also includes access to our VIP Lounge on Slack where TRN staff and VIPs share life together. Sign up today and thanks in advance for your support.Subscribe to TRN Drive-In for the complete library of episodes. If you listen on Apple Podcasts, we'd appreciate your 5 star review to help us spread the word! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Christmas Vacation (1989)
Dec 10 2019
Christmas Vacation (1989)
*Warning: This episode is explicit due to language involved with spouting lines from Christmas Vacation.TRN Drive-In returns screening National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation! Jason takes the wheel providing what could be the most comprehensive review of the classic 1989 Christmas movie starring Chevy Chase, Beverly D'Angelo, and Randy Quaid. You'll hear facts, box office stats, what-ifs, some unique award nominations, and a Did You Know segment that pretty much guarantees you'll learn something new about the movie, cast, or crew. We asked our listeners to provide feedback on the movie and we'll be reading back your favorite lines and comments as we end the podcast. We'll also reveal our plans to make the TRN Drive-In a monthly feature. Tell us your thoughts by interacting with us on social media @TRNsocial on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.Fans of TRN Drive-In can get access to our bonus series TRN Drive-In '95 by becoming a VIP on Patreon! Support us at the $5 level and you'll unlock podcasts featuring films from 1995 like Tommy Boy, Waterworld, Major Payne, and Toy Story. Plus you'll get more bonus podcasts like the unfiltered After Hours, Grocery Stories, and Outtakes episodes. Your pledge also includes access to our VIP Lounge on Slack where TRN staff and VIPs share life together. Sign up today and thanks in advance for your support.Subscribe to TRN Drive-In for the complete library of episodes. If you listen on Apple Podcasts, we'd appreciate your 5 star review to help us spread the word! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★