04.03.26 BCB 187: Retro Recall Vol 1: MSN Beta Tester (1996-2006) & Radio Shack Memories of the 80’s & 90’s!

On this episode of #BCB, I begin a new semi-ocassional series titled #RetroRecall, where I discuss elements of #vintage #technology, #gaming, #gadgets, #departmentstores, #arcades & more! In this first episode, I discuss being an #MSN #BetaTester for a decade, from 1996-2006, and my experiences both good & bad. Plus: A glimpse into #RadioShack, what the... Continue Reading →

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03.20.26 BCB 186: ‘BOOTLEG ATARI CARTS!’ Feat Zellers/Taiwan Cooper Fake Atari 2600 Carts, Gameplay & History

On this episode of #BCB, I take a look at #fake #Atari2600 #bootleg carts! Yes, they really existed! Back in the early to mid 80's, #Zellers, a mostly #Canadian #Departmentstore (much like #Kmart), sold fake bootleg #Atari games from #Taiwan & repackaged them, sometimes even made adjustments to the roms! One of these companies that... Continue Reading →

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04.03.26 BCB 187: Retro Recall Vol 1: MSN Beta Tester (1996-2006) & Radio Shack Memories of the 80’s & 90’s!

03.20.26 BCB 186: ‘BOOTLEG ATARI CARTS!’ Feat Zellers/Taiwan Cooper Fake Atari 2600 Carts, Gameplay & History

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