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Just stumbled across a few threads about the best podcasts for those of us who get a warm fuzzy feeling thinking about Oregon Trail, dial-up internet, and Tamagotchis. Seems like everyone has their favorites and the lists vary wildly! It got me thinking about what actually defines "tech nostalgia" in podcast form.
Is it the podcasts that directly recount specific technologies? Like "Retrotech" or shows dedicating episodes to the history of the Macintosh? Or are we talking about podcasts that capture the feeling of that era, even if they're discussing games or culture from the 80s and 90s more broadly? I've been enjoying "Antiques Freaks" lately and while it's not explicitly tech-focused, the discussions about collecting trends and outdated tech (especially the early gaming stuff) make for great listening.
What do you guys think some key elements are in a good tech nostalgia podcast? And what are some hidden gems that aren't always getting mentioned on the Top 10 lists? I'm always looking for new listens to scratch that retro itch.