Retro Ramble

George McGhee & Charlie McGhee

Retro Ramble is a movie podcast and blog from the Brothers McGhee.

Join George and Charlie McGhee as they review the TV and Films of their youth and discuss why many are still relevant and worth revisiting today.

Warning: contains explicit language and poor impressions.

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Jul 21, 2020 · 1 hr
EP51- Weird Science 1985 Retro Ramble Movie Podcast
In this month's episode, Charlie and George strap bras on their heads and power up their super-computer to create some Weird Science! That's right, they're travelling back to 1985 to revisit the John Hughes' teen comedy with Hughes-muse Anthony Michael Hall and the lovely Kelly Le Brock The brothers talk about the film's origins (amidst John Hughes' packed schedule), questionable technology, eye-watering 80's fashion and an array of villains you love to hate, including the late, great Bill Paxton and one Robert Downey Jr (before he added the Jr)! As per usual, there's alternative casting in Coulda Woulda Shoulda whilst Special Features has the boys discuss TV spin-offs and the chances of a remake with today's gender politics...
Jun 25, 2020 · 53 min
EP#50 - Dirty Dancing (1987) Retro Ramble Movie Podcast
To celebrate their 50th episode, Charlie and George head on summer vacation to the Catskills to indulge in some Dirty Dancing! But they are not alone. It's actually a family holiday, so they are joined, for the first time, by their elder, wiser, sister, Sophia! With all three McGhee children reunited, they'll discuss one of the eighties most beloved films, covering production struggles, an amazing soundtrack and the smouldering chemistry between stars Jennifer Grey and Patrick "Snake-hips" Swayze! As per usual, there are regular features like alternative casting in Coulda Woulda Shoulda and some very Suspicious Special Features! Download now - you'll have the time of your life!
May 22, 2020 · 1 hr 11 min
EP#49 - TMNT SPECIAL - Retro Ramble Movie Podcast
In this month's episode, Charlie and George head for the New York sewers to have a totally bodacious chat about Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! For this special instalment, they'll be focusing both the action-packed 1990 feature and the very swift sequel - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: The Secret of the Ooze, which offers more comedy, less violence and a probably too much Vanilla Ice! The boys talk of the origins of TMNT, the marvellous Jim Henson animatronics, dodgy youth sidekicks and questionable 90's fashion. As per usual, they'll be bad impressions and alternative casting choices in Coulda Woulda Shoulda. So grab a slice of pizza, with a side of nostalgia, as we look back at the lean, green heroes in a half-shell, Turtle Power!
Apr 17, 2020 · 55 min
EP#48 - Under Siege (1992)
In this months episode, Charlie and George board the USS Missouri, to find themselves Under Siege! For the first time, they'll be covering the work of the legend Akido master, part-time sheriff, sometime jazz-man, Mr Steven Seagal. The Brothers McGhee discuss Seagal's career, ponytail and Hollywood ambitions and delve into what makes Under Siege, the action star's best received film. There's talk of some classic 90's action exposition, Die Hard cliches and great casting from the superbly villainous Tommy Lee Jones, Gary Busey, and Colm Meaney (being all meany) as well as the reassuring authority of Dale Dye - you know, that guy with the grey hair that's in a lot of military films? As per usual, there's production trivia, alternative casting in Coulda Woulda Shoulda and for Special Features, they'll be venturing into dark territory to discuss the film's sequel; Under Siege 2.... Dark Territory!
Mar 24, 2020 · 1 hr 13 min
EP#47 - Goldeneye (1995) - Retro Ramble Movie Podcast
In this month's episode, Charlie and George go on a globe-trotting mission to celebrate 25 years of Goldeneye! (Release Tina Turner!) The boys are back to discuss all things Bond - the handover from Dalton to Brosnan, glorious gadgets, ludicrous set-pieces, a cracking cast and some questionable 90s fashion choices. As per usual, there'll be alternative casting in Coulda Woulda Shoulda. For Special Features, the brothers go into detail on the mighty N64 game and as always, a variety of dodgy impressions throughout.
Feb 14, 2020 · 1 hr 3 min
EP#46 - Mortal Kombat (1995) - Retro Ramble Movie Podcast
In this month's episode, Charlie and George pop on some techno and travel to the Netherrealm to indulge in some Mortal Kombat!To coincide with the latest video game abomination adaptation release, Sonic, the boys go back to 1995 to revisit one of the better efforts....but does it still hold up? Along the way, they discuss it's arcade roots, Lui Kang's bangs, the deliciously villainous Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa and of course, pounding, pounding techno music. Usual features Coulda Woulda Shoulda and Suspicious Spin Offs and an array of "flawless" impressions.
Feb 1, 2020 · 1 hr
EP#45 - Review of 2019 - Star Wars Special
Like a conveniently resurrected Sith Lord, Charlie and George are back in the final chapter of their Review of 2019! They've made the jump to lightspeed to review Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker! They discuss the highs and lows of JJ Abrams finale and the film's journey to the screen, including a very different draft from original director Colin Trevorrow. The brothers also share their thoughts on how the closing chapter stacks up against the previous two instalments, The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi, so please note, there are SPOILERS throughout for all three films! Keeping the ramble all things Star Wars, Charlie also shares his thoughts on the perfectly timed PS4 game, Star Wars - Jedi: Fallen Order and whether it's worth your Republic credits...
Jan 16, 2020 · 1 hr 7 min
EP#44 - Bad Boys SPECIAL - Retro Ramble Movie Podcast
In this month's episode, stuff's about to get real, as Charlie and George head to Miami like a couple of Bad Boys. That's right, with the imminent release of belated sequel Bad Boys For Life, the brothers McGhee are channelling their Michael Bay excesses to look back at Bad Boys aaaand Bad Boys 2! From the franchise's surprising origins to some amazing 90s fashion, bromantic chemistry and the very best (and worst) that director Michael Bay has to offer....(cleavage, explosions and cleavage explosions) There's also the monthly feature of Coulda Woulda Shoulda and a Special Suspicious Spin-Off where Charlie and George talk about what they hope to see in Bad Boys For Life.
Jan 4, 2020 · 45 min
EP#43 - Review of 2019 - PART TWO
In part two of their 2019 special, Charlie and George continue to look back at some of the bigger blockbusters of the year as well as some streaming highlights. There's reviews of dystopian dust-up, Alita: Battle Angel, Tarantino period-piece Once Upon A Time in Hollywood and the blood-soaked Rambo epilogue, Last Blood. George and Charlie also provide some topline thoughts on all things Disney, from their live-action remakes of Dumbo, Aladdin and The Lion King, as well as Marvel's latest comic book capers, Captain Marvel, Avengers Endgame and Spider-Man: Far From Home. Unlike the usual Retro Ramble reviews, these reviews are spoiler-free and only feature a quantum of bad impressions. Our usual service will resume later in January!
Dec 23, 2019 · 38 min
EP#42 Review of 2019 - PART ONE
In part one of their 2019 special, Charlie and George take a look back at an eclectic mix of films released over the last 12 months. They cover some of the year's cinematic highs and lows - controversial comic book smash, Joker, nostalgia reboot Terminator: Dark Fate and the ultra-violent and ultra-stylish John Wick 3: Parabellum. Unlike the usual Retro Ramble reviews, these reviews are spoiler-free and only feature a quantum of bad impressions. Part 2 will be released next week.
Nov 26, 2019 · 1 hr 16 min
EP#41 - Lethal Weapon (1987)
For this year's festive special, Charlie and George head to sunny/smoggy 1980s LA to discuss Lethal Weapon! The boy have pulled the Nam file, to discuss the Richard Donner buddy-cop classic, that would spawn a franchise, TV series and several imitators. Along the way, the boys discuss star chemistry, (Shane) Black humour, mullets and how many times the word "crazy" is said. As per usual, there's alternate casting in Coulda Woulda Shoulda and some Suspicious Spin Offs. WARNING - may contain dangerous amount of sax!
Oct 24, 2019 · 50 min
EP#40 - The Lost Boys (1987)
In this Halloween special, the Brothers McGhee travel to the beach town of Santa Carla in search of The Lost Boys. Charlie and George revisit Joel Schumacher's 1980's classic horror-comedy to discuss the brief phenomenon that was The Two Coreys, some marvellous mullets and a jukebox soundtrack featuring some sweaty sax! As per usual, there's bad impressions, movie trivia, alternative casting (and directors) in Coulda Woulda Shoulda and Suspicious Spin-Offs. Did we mention the sweaty sax guy?!
Sep 24, 2019 · 53 min
EP#39 - First Blood (1982)
To celebrate the release of Rambo: Last Blood, this month's episode, sees Charlie and George go back to the beginning to discuss First Blood! They chart the film's journey from page to screen which led to the creation of a classic 80s action hero. Along the way, they discuss Stallone's key input to the film, it's stellar performances from its supporting cast and of course the sublime score from Jerry Goldsmith. As per usual, there's alternate casting in Coulda Woulda Shoulda and some very Suspicious Spin Offs. Enjoy and please share!
Aug 29, 2019 · 1 hr 6 min
EP#38 - True Lies (1994)
In this months episode, Charlie and George tackle another Arnie/James Cameron collaboration rambling back to 1994 to discuss the action packed, spy comedy caper, True Lies! Along the way, they discuss Arnie doing his best Bond, a suitably sleazy Bill Paxton (RIP) and some cinematic destruction that James Cameron does so well. As per usual, there will be production trivia, casting coulda woulda shoulda and the brothers pitch their Suspicious Spin Offs. Download now or face the wrath of The Sand Spider and The Crimson Jihad! (perfect Arabic)
Jul 24, 2019 · 1 hr 21 min
EP#37 - Robocop (1987)
In this month's episode, Charlie and George visit the gritty suburbs of Old Detroit to discuss the future of law enforcement, Robocop! This time, they've got company as they are joined by Ben from TopFilmTip! During the episode the three delve into director Paul Verhoeven's scathing satirical sci-fi to discuss lovable villains, robo-resurrections and the correct way to start a petrol explosion (though we strongly advise against doing so). As usual, there'll be some standard production chat around the creation of the iconic Robocop suit, a brief Coulda Woulda Shoulda and some very Suspicious Spin-Offs. We'll buy that for a dollar! Ben can be found at TopFilmTip on Twitter and is also an author with his first novel, Winner Winner, a young adult science fiction story that includes many a reference from the films we cover here on Retro Ramble. Enjoy and please share!
Jun 27, 2019 · 1 hr 12 min
EP#36 The Matrix (1999) Retro Ramble Podcast
In this month's episode, Charlie and George go in search of an answer to the question that drives us, "What is The Matrix?" As part of The Matrix's 20th Anniversary the boys are back in "Keanu Korner" to discuss the film's Eastern influences, extensive fight choreography, 90's dance music and the marvellous monotone baritone of Hugo Weaving's Agent Smith. There's alternative casting in an extended Coulda Woulda Shoulda as well as discussing various spin-offs sequels and video games the boys would like to see in Suspicious Spin-Offs. WARNING: There'll be bad impressions and puns, lots of puns. Enjoy, and please share! Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy.
May 27, 2019 · 52 min
EP#35 - Big Trouble In Little China (1986)
In this month's episode, Charlie and George hop on board the Pork Chop Express, heading for Big Trouble in Little China! The boys journey into the murky mystical underworld of the beloved cult comedy classic to discuss the beautiful partnership of John Carpenter and Kurt Russell. Along the way, they chat synthesizers, kung fu, video games and James Hong stealing the show as the wickedly evil (David) Lo Pan. As usual, there'll be the usual production history, alternative casting, suspicious spin-offs and bad impressions....Indeeeed! Enjoy and please share! :)
Apr 19, 2019 · 52 min
EP#34 Speed 1994
Pop quiz, it's Speed's 25th anniversary and you've got a retro film podcast, whaddya do hotshot?! What do you do?! In this month's episode, join Charlie and George as they discuss the origins of the high concept, hi-octane action classic. From it's impressive (and ridiculous) stunts to its witty script and the type of explosions the 1990s were renowned for. So get ready for rush hour, as there'll be dramatic music, bad impressions, alternative casting trivia and even a spot of Father Ted.
Mar 18, 2019 · 1 hr 32 min
EP#33 - Aliens (1986)
In this month's episode, Charlie and George journey to the new colony on LV426 to review superior sci-fi sequel, Aliens! From first memories to how the film has stood the test of time and the cult following it created. Join the Brothers McGhee as they go into detail (be warned, it's a long episode!) on the James Cameron classic, discussing recovering Ripleys, lift logistics, power loaders, power stations and guns, lots of guns. There's a lengthy behind the scenes discussion, alien impressions and staple features like Coulda Woulda Shoulda and Suspicious Spin-Offs. Let's rock! WARNING: This episode contains spoilers, self indulgent nostalgia and Carter Burke. Copyright Notice: All copyright material remains the property of the original copyright holder and all clips and audio samples have been used only as a reference and as part of a review in line with Creative Commons FAIR USE policy.
Feb 20, 2019 · 55 min
EP#32 - True Romance (1993)
In this month's episode, Charlie and George finally venture into Tarantino territory with Tony Scott's 90's classic, True Romance! The boys discuss the film's origins, it's amazing and exhaustive cast list and their favourite standout scenes. As usual, there's regular features Coulda Woulda Shoulda and Suspicious Spin-Offs, as well as enough bad impressions to make a Hollywood producer blush.