Tom Antonellis & Julee Antonellis (actors, comics, voiceover artists & siblings), children of the 80s, while "safer-at-home", must go through all their childhood toys and belongings in their parents' basement. Oh boy. ------ To be fair, while we talk about toys, we do so in grown-up language so our podcast would need the "explicit" distinction. Brought to you by T. J. INC., Thick Skin Creations and Tom Antonellis Productions ------ To financially support, visit: thickskincreations.com/store ...
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Broadcaster, background actor, gamer, content creator, and podcaster! Love sharing stories, and life experiences, and talking with great people. [email protected] https://linktr.ee/MikeAntonellis
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Back Through The Basement Episode 69 - The Pivotal Presence and Spit Takes
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56:15Season 6 comes to a close with laughter and treasures. This season finale has Tom and Julee pulling a Club out of the deck that's been governing the direction of this season. A Club has them going through a special area of the Basement, leading to consulting The Game Book, and looking Back at some great memories. Oh yeah -- and one of them elicits …
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Back Through The Basement Episode 68 (Special Edition) - Weebles and Uncle Dumps
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1:17:34Julee has a toy at-the-ready with which to kick off this episode. Over FaceTime, Tom catches the briefest glimpse of the tiniest corner of the toy and knows it instantly. From there, it’s...Index Card Games for points, Weebles that wobble (but don’t fall down), whether or not Tom cares for a see-saw, whether or not Julee cares for cartoon ducks, tu…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 67 - Playmobil and Marked 'Fragile'
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42:11What conversation could possibly encompass extremely sentimental movie theme songs, the 1978 ‘Superman’ Kryptonian costume design style, Mark Twain, Puck from ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, ‘The Flight of the Bumblebees’ by Rimsky-Korsakov, Technotronic’s ‘Pump Up the Jam’, Christmas mornings, and a baby’s first blanket? Oh yes, and everpresent child…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 66 - Atreyu's Horse and Star Wars Speeders
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1:15:44What present did Julee get her brother Tom ? Who is Kenneth Sean Carson? What animal movie scarred young Julee? These are just SOME of the hard-hitting and penetrating questions tossed out in this week’s Episode. Learn the answers, play along, LAUGH along and enjoy! Oh, and we have mentioned this before but this time we DEFINITELY recommend it: a '…
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Episode #97 - Rule Changes to Baseball/Updates on broadcasting and acting
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16:12Love the new changes to baseball! We need to adjust Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: MikeAntonellisMedia Twitch/BehindtheMike TikTok: @theradioMike Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Back Through the Basement Episode 65 - Plumbers and Points
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54:54We’re playing chicken with the plumber! With a leaky toilet on Tom’s side of the recording session, there’s a silent but ticking clock threatening Tom and Julee throughout today’s episode. But that doesn’t stop them from unlocking a new kind of trivia game, reviewing the overall point system of the podcast and discussing arcane notions -- for examp…
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Episode #96 - Let People Inspire you! Meet Keisha Graves
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23:28Keisha did not let her battle with muscular dystrophy stop her from developing a clothing line designed for disabled consumers. Check her out: https://girlschronicallyrock.com/ Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: MikeAntonellisMedia Twitch/BehindtheMike TikTok: @theradioMike Facebook BehindtheMike1973…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 64 - Scottish Dongles and Gizmo Caca (feat. Kirk R. Thatcher with Tom and Julee Antonellis)
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1:19:15Kirk R. Thatcher (director of "Muppet Treasure Island" and "Muppet Haunted Mansion", star of "Werewolf by Night" and the Punk on the Bus in "Star Trek IV - The Voyage Home AND "Star Trek Picard") joins “Back Through The Basement” podcast hosts Tom Antonellis and Julee Antonellis (fellow actors, fellow voiceover artists, fellow creatives) for a weir…
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Episode #95 - Spring is in the air. Baseball is back!
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17:04Are you loving the rule changes instituted for '23? I am. Enjoy this podcast. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: MikeAntonellisMedia Twitch/BehindtheMike TikTok: @theradioMike Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Back Through The Basement Episode 63 - AirTamers and Tygra's Whip
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48:23Alongside the sharing of an exciting BTTB announcement from hosts Tom Antonellis and Julee Antonellis , this episode is all about Shuffle the Deck! We are having a deck of cards dictate what we will be going Back Through in the Basement. What will we land on by luck of the draw? What childhood treasures will we unearth? There’s only one way to know…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 62 Uncle-Porkin’ Duloks and He-Man’s Frickin’ Shield
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1:04:19Season 6 is here! Tom and Julee Antonellis are Back! What can we say… the episode is entitled ‘Uncle-Porkin’ Duloks and He-Man’s Frickin’ Shield’ Haha! That’s a lot to unpack. It’s both what you would expect and not what you’d expect and we’re right where we left off in the Basement! We’re finding our old toys, being goofy, having fun and sifting t…
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Episode #94 - SuperBowl thoughts/Tom Brady's career
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11:06Happy SuperBowl! Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: MikeAntonellisMedia Twitch/BehindtheMike TikTok: @theradioMike Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Episode #93 - Voice actor Gina Scarpa joins me!
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32:16Brilliant Voice Actor Gina Scarpa Talks Acting, Gaming, Advice for Newbies, and More! Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DWkkVmncQI Connect with Gina: https://ginascarpa.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbw8... https://www.facebook.com/voiceoversby... https://twitter.com/ginascarpa https://www.instagram.com/ginascarpa/ https://…
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In this episode: 1. What's new 2. Bills and Bengals 3. Coaches getting all the blame 4. Winter Classic Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: MikeAntonellisMedia Twitch/BehindtheMike TikTok: @theradioMike Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Episode #91 - Passion is the key to everything!
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11:10Keep your chin up! Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: MikeAntonellisMedia Twitch/BehindtheMike TikTok: @theradioMike Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Episode #90 - My take on how Baseball Free Agency works!
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15:42Some players don't want to play for your team! Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: MikeAntonellisMedia Twitch/BehindtheMike TikTok: @theradioMike Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Back after a seven-month layoff. Plenty to chat about. Make sure to connect with me on my social media platforms. Yes, I'm on TikTok. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: MikeAntonellisMedia Twitch/BehindtheMike TikTok: @theradioMike Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Back Through The Basement Episode 61 - Gratitude and Riff Raff Farm ™
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56:10Wow how time flies when you’re having fun in the Basement, going through old toys and memories! Tom and Julee play the final Season 5 Game of Chance in this season finale. This episode’s dice-roll brings forth a box of beloved treasures and a whole cast of characters whom the hilarious siblings create on the spot – there’s a potential future origin…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 60 - Muffit the Daggit and Inspector Gadget
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1:03:45What do you get when Tom and Julee come across their vintage Battlestar Galactica, Transformers, Fisher Price circus characters and Inspector Gadget toys? “Wouldja belieeeeve...” you get the makings of an action- (figure) -packed 'Back Through The Basement' episode!! Go-Go-Gadget-Press-Play and enjoy! (This episode description will self-destruct in…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 59 - Instincts of a...Keeper and 'Rock Through The Basement' (feat. Marc Guss with Tom and Julee Antonellis)
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1:09:03It’s a Playdate with Marc Guss, co-founder of ACM Talent!! A true leader in the voiceover industry and fellow toy enthusiast, not to mention a colleague with a passion for tons of the franchises Tom and Julee hold dear. In this episode, there’s deep-dive toy talk, spot-on impressions, discussion of family and, of course, playing of games and uneart…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 58 - Master of the Mutants and Dr. Hexapus
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44:17Tom rolled a die and got a "4" in the Season 5 Game of Chance and this Raggle Taggle Action Figure Bin DOES NOT disappoint! A bin of superheroes, animated show merchandise, a few head-scratchers, loads of fun! Tom and Julee “roll” down memory lane as treasure after treasure come “rolling” out…ok, ok enough "roll" jokes…better slow our “roll”… [come…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 57 - Tinker Box and Kata Belts
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56:50Time to open up a new box as Season 5’s Game of Chance continues its “roll” down Tom and Julee's memory lane! This week’s Episode is full of amazing treasures, vintage toys, childhood memories, spot-on impressions of artist heroes and one surprise toy! Here’s a hint Keepers… there was a piece/accessory of this toy found earlier in “The Bag of Shit”…
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MLB has been through a lot over the years. I remember the strike in 1981 but despite all that. The game is stronger than ever. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Episode #87 - My week in Disney/Tom Brady/Slap heard around the world
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21:31I had a terrific week in Florida. In this episode, I share my thoughts on the following: Playing #MLBtheShow22, Tom Brady, Will Smith, and DeShaun Watson. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Back Through The Basement Episode 56 - NCC-1701 and Trivial Pursuit
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51:02Tom and Julee cover aaaaaa lot of ground in this episode. They start out with a bit on candy, then they slip into a handful of ON POINT impressions, Tom talks some major Star Trek, new game points are flying around and the oh-so-80s Trivial Pursuit is unearthed and launches a new set of in-show BTTB games and you can play along! It’s a good time! N…
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Episode #86 - We have a guest! She's from Sirius/XM Radio and Pandora
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33:22You'll enjoy my guest in this week's episode. Marcie Mills is aweosme. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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MLB players seem refreshed! I'll tackle the return of baseball and TB12 is back. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Back Through The Basement Episode 55 - Roll Again and Rini&TidiOpoly ™
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59:05Do you remember making up your own games? Julee throws a fun game of chance at Tom which will define the handing of the rest of Season Five! So far it includes dice, a list of possible childhood bins of treasures (which, of course, have been given hilarious titles). What will Tom roll? What bin will they go through? Will there be a "Roll Again"? Wh…
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Episode #84 My favorite quarterbacks/Comment on MLB or lack of
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8:00You'll be disappointed in my views on the MLB Lockout, but you'll understand when you listen. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Back Through The Basement Episode 54 - "De Neh DAAH"s and Dangling Chads
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1:09:17Tom and Julee are back in the basement revisiting the Kenner Glamour Gals, cracking each other up as Rini and Tidi ™, and enjoying listening to a few surprises from some beloved Keepers (listeners). The fun leads to uncovering memories surrounding a childhood made-up musical stinger they used to put on the end of their play! Sit back and enjoy! De …
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Episode #83 Special Guest/Unexpected things can happen
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26:38You'll enjoy my special guest! In radio, we call this a tease. You must listen to find out who he is. Very inspirational to me. Thoughts on finishing my acting class. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Episode #82 Establishing Your Routine/Broadcast Talk
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29:03Find your routine! It doesn't have to be over-the-top crazy. Don't eat carrots and celery three times a day. You can be healthy in so many ways. I go back to how I go into broadcasting and why I believe in mentoring those entering the business. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheM…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 53 - "Be My Valentine" and Letters to Santa
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1:06:11Welcome Back…....Through The Basement for Season 5!!! Happy Valentine’s Day, * Keepers (listeners)! Tom and Julee are back to give you another season of uncovering toys, childhood memories and a whole lot of that inimitable Antonellis sibling banter! Grab a bag of candy hearts as Julee and Tom go through old school Valentine's Day cards and letters…
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Feedback Please!!!! I love it Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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What an amazing NFL Playoffs. I quickly cover Tom Brady's career. Lucky to see a legend play. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Episode #79 Hall of Fame Chatter! My experiences at Cooperstown
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14:43My thoughts on Ortiz and Bonds! But, I'll recap my three times visiting the Hall. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Episode #78 What are we talking about with these sports takes?
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21:22Some interesting opinions on what's going on in the world of sports. I dive in with my opinion on the NFL, NBA, and MLB. Enjoy! Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Episode #77 NFL Playoffs! My picks from the gut and heart
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11:17I would love to have your picks for the 2022 NFL Playoffs. I presented this scenario, can you imagine a final four of Patriots/Titans then Bucs/49ers? Do you get the tie-in? Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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It's been a while, but I'm back. I'll explain why. In this episode, I discuss: having COVID, chasing a passion, and my thoughts on a few things. This will certainly get a few unfollows. I'm okay with that. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 52 (Special Edition) - Theme Songs and Miss Hannigan
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1:20:31Tom and Julee are really enjoying themselves today! How can they not?...They’re going Back Through The Basement! Lots of toys. Finishing up the Mish Mosh Bin. Going through the Pac-Man lunchbox. What a blast. And, as they wrap Season 4, they surprise themselves with a hilarious theme song made up on the spot! Today is the Season 4 finale so they wi…
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Episode #75 Happy Halloween! Yes, I love horror movies
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7:22My new off-season gig. Love Halloween! Here my thoughts on the new Halloween movie. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973
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Back Through The Basement Episode 51 - T.R.O.O.P. People and Sleepovers (feat. Jeremy Gates with Tom and Julee Antonellis)
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36:35For the first time in Back Through The Basement history, a Playdate hasn’t been able to fit into one episode! New policy: when that happens, the second of the two-parter is a Sleepover! And thus, Jeremy Gates is still going “Back Through” with Tom and Julee. As soon as the three “wake up,” they fall right back into the Mish Mosh Bin and it continue…
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Episode #74 Thoughts on the '21 Red Sox/Praise Players & Blame Players
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13:19The '21 Red Sox have been a terrific story and one of my favorite teams I've ever seen. I share my thoughts on how I watch the game. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 Facebook BehindtheMike1973 Instagram: behindthe_mike
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Episode #73 Podcast returns! First year with the Worcester Red Sox
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13:24After hibernating during the baseball season, the podcast is back. I recap my first year as one of the radio and TV broadcasters for the Worcester Red Sox. I share my love for Daily Fantasy Sports and make a plea! Please listen until the end. Feedback is welcome. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @behindthe_mike YouTube: mantonellis2009 …
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Back Through The Basement Episode 50 - Cadet 7 and The Mish Mosh Bin (feat. Jeremy Gates with Tom and Julee Antonellis)
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1:07:28It’s a Playdate with a legit Playmate! Co-hosts Tom and Julee are absolutely giddy to have their childhood friend and fellow artist -- a legit childhood friend -- Jeremy Gates in the Basement with them today! Jeremy is like an honorary brother and has actually played in this Basement many times. He has even portrayed a canonized character in the Ri…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 49 - Cap Guns and The Bag of Sh*t
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1:13:54Be careful to NEVER confuse a trash bag in the basement for actual trash!! You might just find very important things in there! As Tom and Julee continue to go through childhood toy treasures from the “Dishes and Platters Box" (aka "Box 6") -- which is SO not at all filled with dishes -- they finally tackle a bag within that box: "The Bag of Shit”. …
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Back Through The Basement Episode 48 - Bake Sets and Mumm-Ra
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50:28“Thunder, thunder, thunder…Thundercats! Ho!!” Tom and Julee unearth some wonderful childhood treasures -- Thundercats, Strawberry Shortcake, Care Bears. They also talk about the bittersweet memories of growing up and out of play: “putting the toys down” for the last time. Though, as the episode goes on, you’ll notice that the spirit of play never q…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 47 (Special Edition) - Manifest and Mirrors (feat. Joan Baker with Tom and Julee Antonellis)
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1:17:03As they go 'Back Through The Basement' this week, Tom and Julee Antonellis welcome as a Playdate, for a Special-Edition-length episode, inspiring guru, voiceover artist and coach -- VP of Society Of Voice Arts And Sciences -- Joan Baker! And wow does Joan deliver! She paints the picture of young Joan, looking into her childhood mirror and declaring…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 46 - Mystery Box and Baby Gee
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47:57An episode of mystery, mirth and memories! Tom and Julee find -- inside the box marked ‘GLASS’ -- a mystery box. And you can bet The Mystery Box provided laughs and stories galore! Play along with an Index Card Game and laugh and listen as: Julee chafes at Tom’s insistence that they trot out a very obscure character from their past, while some arca…
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Back Through The Basement Episode 45 - Dangly Legs and Batmobiles
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57:07Pow! Zammm! Biff!! And The Treasure-Hits keep on coming out of the box marked ‘GLASS’! Julee and Tom find some of their earliest toys ever recorded on Christmas morning and major nostalgia from some of the greats: Mattel, Remco, Mego, Kenner, Hasbro...AND...there’s one toy that STILL smells the same after all these years! Decades in fact! Which vin…
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