Season 7 Episode 26 - Christmas Special 2 - Home Alone

️ The Insanely Dangerous Retro PodshowSeason 7 – Episode 26: Christmas Special #2 — Home AloneSeason 7 comes to a festive, chaotic close as Dangerous Dave unwraps one of the most beloved Christmas movies of all time — Home Alone (1990). From paint cans to pizza boxes, this final episode is packed with nostalgia, laughter, and just a hint of festive danger.In this Christmas Special, Dave takes listeners back to 1990 — a time of VHS rentals, TV guides, and arguing over who sat closest to the fire — to explore why Home Alone became more than a movie… it became a Christmas tradition. What Happened Way Back When (1990 – Christmas Edition)A festive rewind with five fun facts about the movies, songs, and TV shows that defined Christmas in the early 90s, setting the scene for Kevin McCallister’s rise to seasonal superstardom. The Dangerous Deep DiveHow John Hughes wrote the film in just daysWhy Chris Columbus’ direction struck the perfect balance of warmth and chaosThe cast and characters, from Kevin and the Wet Bandits to Old Man MarleyA detailed plot breakdown covering every trap, trick, and perfectly timed screamHow critics reacted at the time — and why audiences didn’t careThe film’s lasting legacy as a holiday staple across generations Retro RumbleA festive face-off as Home Alone is put up against other Christmas classics to see where it truly ranks in the holiday movie hall of fame. Back in the AdsA nostalgic detour into 1990s Christmas advertising — toys, VHS players, over-excited voiceovers, and sales that somehow never ended. Dangerously UnderratedA spotlight on an overlooked element of the film that deserves more love, proving Home Alone is smarter than its slapstick reputation suggests. One Season WonderA forgotten festive TV gem from the era, revived with five fast facts and plenty of retro affection.⚖️ Better Than / Worse ThanDave delivers the final verdict on where Home Alone sits among Christmas movie royalty — better than some, worse than others, but forever iconic. Season Finale Sign-OffSeason 7 ends with a look ahead to the future — because in January 2026, The Insanely Dangerous Retro Podshow returns for Season 8, kicking off in thunderous style with:⚡ Episode 1: Metallica — Ride the Lightning ⚡Thank you for listening, sharing, and keeping retro alive. Merry Christmas.Stay retro.Stay Insanely Dangerous.