The Retro Hour is an independent weekly podcast founded in January 2016 by Dan Wood, Ravi Abbott and Joe Fox. Today, Dan and Joe bring you a new episode every Friday, joined by a rotating line-up of guest hosts to explore retro gaming news and interview the people who helped shape the games industry. From untold stories to behind-the-scenes insights, we preserve the history of classic gaming through the voices of those who were there.

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The Retro Hour comes from three Nottingham gaming enthusiasts, Dan Wood, Ravi Abbott and Joe Fox, who – this is the surprise – understand how to make podcasts interesting and engaging. They can interview too, as their recent chat with Atari founder Nolan Bushnell shows.

There are more than 100 episodes to choose from, and I’ve enjoyed every one I’ve heard. Which is a lot, coming from someone whose gaming chops never progressed past Pac-Man.

Miranda Sawyer

The Guardian

Who are the Retro Hour?

Dan Wood

Dan has been a fan of video games and computers for as long as he can remember. He is an avid hardware collector, currently estimating his collection at over 80 systems (he has a very understanding wife). Dan's background is in broadcasting, audio production and stage hosting, skills which he brings to the podcast each week. Dan can also be found on Youtube, and can be found telling tech-tales and exploring his love of leftfield and vintage technology.

Joe Fox

Joe brings the “rock ‘n’ roll” energy to the Retro Hour Podcast. Outside of his role as lead vocalist in a metal band, he is a lifelong retro gaming fan, with a particular passion for Sega and Nintendo consoles. A dedicated Resident Evil collector, Joe runs a stall at video game shows and can often be found trading and hunting for games and memorabilia across the country. With his extensive knowledge of consoles and games, Joe ensures the podcast stays deeply connected to both the history and the ongoing legacy of these iconic systems.