Rock in Retrospect

“Rock in Retrospect” focuses on the lives, careers and legacies of artists who made a significant impact on the music industry. Host Nick Bambach invites a guest to discuss their favorite artists and why they matter. We also occasionally create episodes focusing on awards shows and music-related institutions such as the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Oscars, and the Grammys. If you enjoy stimulating and often-humorous discussions about music history in a laid-back environment, then this is the podcast for you!

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Movie Talk: This is Spinal Tap

September 09, 2025 • Nick Bambach • Season 5 • Episode 126

To celebrate the release of its sequel, we are going to discuss the legendary 1984 comedy film This is Spinal Tap. Directed by Rob Reiner and starring Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer, the film follows the fictional rock band Spinal Tap on an unforgettable yet disastrous tour.

I invited Patrick Dupuis (EETF Podcast), John Mutford, Hector Contreras and Kyle Hildreth to discuss the movie's most unforgettable moments and their thoughts on the sequel.

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