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ANTIC The Atari 8-bit Podcast

Randy Kindig, Kay Savetz, Brad Arnold
Atari
Fujinet
Atari 8-Bit
Atari 400 Mini
Chile
Atari Logo
Portland Retro Gaming Expo
Atari 8-Bit Computer
Santiago
Computer Labs
Atari Expo
Basic 10-Liner Contest
Homebrew Awards
Atari 7800 Plus
Cynthia Solomon
Brian Silverman
Pokey, the Atari Guru
BASIC Programming
Commodore
Mundo Atari

We cover Atari news, reviews, and a special feature each show for the Atari 8-bit line of computers (400/800/XL/XE/XEGS)

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Latest Episodes

ANTIC Episode 123 - Steampunk Atari

In this episode of ANTIC The Atari 8-Bit Computer Podcast… Lots of Holiday Buyer's Guide action, news of recovered software, FujiNet news galore, and Brad does steampunk Atari…

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ANTIC Episode 122 - Atypical Kay

In this episode of ANTIC The Atari 8-Bit Computer Podcast… we introduce a new format for the news, there's lots of archiving going on, new software and hardware for our favorite 8-bits, and we find out Kay is atypic... more

ANTIC Episode 121 - Dongle Disaster

In this episode of ANTIC The Atari 8-Bit Computer Podcast… Special guest Brent Carroll joins as we bring you the Atari news and narrowly avoid disaster with our dongle talk …

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ANTIC Episode 120 - AI Non Grata

In this episode of ANTIC The Atari 8-Bit Computer Podcast… Kay discusses a big Atari haul, we get an Atari report from VCF West, we discuss a new Atari 8-bit emulator, and Kay bans AI-generated content from the podc... more

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Recent Guests

Brent Carroll
Guest discussing retro computing and Atari 8-bit systems.
Episode: ANTIC Episode 121 - Dongle Disaster
Joe Decuir
One of the fathers of the Atari 400 and 800 series of computers
University of Washington
Episode: ANTIC Episode 119 - Special Guest Joe Decuir
Giann Velasquez
Owner and curator of Atariteca, a Spanish-language Atari 8-bit news site.
Atariteca
Episode: ANTIC Interview 453 - Giann Velasquez, Atariteca
Andy Diller
Atari enthusiast and publisher of desktop newsletters focused on retro Atari topics.
Episode: ANTIC Episode 114 - Andy Diller Returns!
Bob Stein
Innovator and co-founder of the Criterion Collection, who has worked on projects involving interactive media and digital publishing.
Institute for the Future of the Book, Criterion Collection
Episode: ANTIC Interview 442 - Bob Stein, Atari Research
Nick Kennedy
Amateur radio enthusiast and programmer known for his WA5BDU Computer Keyer.
Episode: ANTIC Interview 441 - Nick Kennedy, Atari Morse Code Keyer
Ben Jones
Commercial Director for plaion, involved in the development of retro gaming devices
plaion
Episode: ANTIC Interview 439 - Making Modern Atari Hardware
Matthew Burnett
Vice President of Strategic Operations at Atari, head of Atari hardware
Atari
Episode: ANTIC Interview 439 - Making Modern Atari Hardware
Kristina Hooper Woolsey
A cognitive scientist known for pioneering work in multimedia at Apple and Atari
Apple, Atari
Episode: ANTIC Interview 437 - Kristina Hooper Woolsey, Atari Research Labs and Apple Multimedia Labs

Hosts

Randy Kindig
Host of the ANTIC The Atari 8-bit Podcast and a passionate Atari enthusiast.
Brad Arnold
Co-host of the ANTIC The Atari 8-bit Podcast and active participant in the Atari community.
Kay Savitz
Co-host and contributor on the ANTIC The Atari 8-bit Podcast, known for his passion for Atari history.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 171 ratings
  • Atari computing is so interesting

    This is a great monthly (or so) podcast about the happenings in Atari computing from the 80s. They cover some history, new discoveries and products and the fan community.

    As someone who never used an Atari computer I enjoy listening anyway. So that’s an endorsement if there ever is one.

    My only caveat is the audio quality isn’t always great. I wish whichever of the hosts is using a gamer headset would get a proper mic to record their audio. It would be much better. Keep up the good work fell... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Private Brian
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent podcast

    What makes the podcast great is it’s not professionally produced and has the essence of attending an old Atari user group in person.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VitamixJim
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Leave your left wing politics at the door

    These tools are suddenly trying to make Mastodon a thing when it will never be anything more than a cesspool filled with leftists. They seem to have an issue with Twitter not suppressing speech they don’t like and Elon’a political views which clearly enrage these leftists.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Xen on
    Canada3 years ago
  • Timely Beginning

    When I first started listening to this podcast, I was just searching for the first time for anything related to Atari. I was pleasantly surprised that I found one and that it had recently started. That was nearly 10 years ago!

    I am especially encouraged listening to the interviews. I was glad that 3-hour long regular shows containing interviews were reset back to their usual length and the interviews turned into their own high quality shows.

    I was also impressed when I heard about the 10-line ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Etom000001
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent. And everything with Randy is guaranteed to be redeemable for its weight in gold!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Jani Janegirl S.
    3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the podcast for its engaging interviews and depth of information on Atari's history.
Many enjoy the sense of community fostered through shared nostalgia for the Atari era, making it feel like a gathering of friends.
There's admiration for the podcast's honest and casual format, creating a friendly atmosphere reminiscent of past Atari user groups.
Some feedback highlights occasional audio quality issues, particularly with headsets used by hosts during recordings.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#88
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#220
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#130
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#64
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#101
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#120
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ANTIC Interview 454 - Steve Kranish, Parker Brothers Frogger
Q: How did you get into computers?
I got involved in computers in about 10th grade through a local time-sharing company.
ANTIC Interview 453 - Giann Velasquez, Atariteca
Q: What is the main goal of your site, Atariteca?
The main goal is to highlight important happenings related to Atari XL or XE series computers and to experiment with web content creation.
ANTIC Interview 453 - Giann Velasquez, Atariteca
Q: What made you decide to start Atariteca, and when did you start?
I started Atariteca around 2009 as a tribute to the people who inspired me in journalism and to showcase Atari-related content.
ANTIC Interview 453 - Giann Velasquez, Atariteca
Q: Can you tell us what got you into Atari computers?
I remember when I was around 13 years old, my dad brought home an Atari 800 XL, which was my first experience with computers.
ANTIC Interview 451 - Daniel Serpell, FastBasic
Q: How has FastBasic evolved since its initial release?
FastBasic has developed along with community feedback, adding features but maintaining simplicity as a core value.

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Content spans a variety of topics related to the Atari 8-bit line of computers, including news, reviews, community insights, and interviews with key figures in retro computing. Frequent discussions cover the nostalgic elements of Atari computing from its historical significance to modern developments like software preservation and hardware emulation. Listeners can expect engaging conversations about hobbyist projects, personal anecdotes, and updates on community events, fostering a strong sense of involvement among fans of vintage technology.

The show distinguishes itself by combining historical perspectives with current Atari activities, often featuring interviews that provide a deeper understanding of the legacy and ongoing influence of t... more

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