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TRS-80 Trash Talk

Covers all things related to the TRS-80 Microcomputer line.

Further podcasts by Peter Cetinski

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TRS-80 Trash Talk
Episode 42 - The Ultimate Answer: TRS-80 Muscle Micros from 2022-03-06T00:00

In this episode, as usual, we discuss the latest news and current events in the world of the TRS-80. We cover some recent acquisitions by the Trash Talkers. We discuss some of the upcoming vintag...

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Episode 41 - TRS-80 Hard Drives from 2021-12-19T00:00

In this episode we start with the usual news and current events in the world of the TRS-80. After that, we discuss a bunch of recent acquisitions. We also review the book''Learning Level II''by D...

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Episode 40 - We're Back! from 2021-10-31T01:00

In this episode we explain where we've been for the last 10 months since the last episode. We then go ahead and discuss the usual news and current events in the world of the TRS-80. We review Ta...

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Episode 39 - TRS-80 Newsletters from 2021-02-08T00:00

In this episode we discuss the usual news and current events in the world of the TRS-80. We discuss a bunch of recent acquisitions. We also review the book''TRS-80 More Than BASIC''and present a ...

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Episode 38 - To Paint Or Not To Paint Your TRS-80 and Tim Mann from 2020-12-01T00:00

In this episode we're joined by guest host Patrick Bureau from Texas Tandy Restorations. Patrick leads us through the controversial topic of whether or not to repaint your TRS-80. We also discuss...

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Episode 37 - A Plethora of TRS-80 Items and Classical Mosquito from 2020-08-14T01:00

In this episode we discuss a whole bunch of TRS-80 accessories and recent acquisitions. We then talk about the TRS-80 music album''Classical Mosquito''by Robb Murray. Then we dive into some inter...

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Episode 36 - New TRS-80 Accessories and John Elliott IV from 2020-06-15T01:00

In this episode we discuss a bunch of new add-on accessories for the TRS-80, including new versions of the classic CHROMAtrs and XLR8er boards as well as the new Talker/80 voice synthesizer. We als...

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Episode 35 - Surviving the Pandemic with Your TRS-80 from 2020-04-06T01:00

In this episode the Trash Talkers discuss the greatest TRS-80 rescue mission of all time as they head to Fort Worth to recover a significant TRS-80 collection. Then, we give you all sorts of ideas ...

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Episode 34 - News and Dennis Bathory-Kitsz from 2019-12-17T00:00

In this episode we cover some news, like the release of TRS-Box with TCP/IP support, the newest TRS8BIT newsletter and serial mouse support for the Model 4. Then we discuss a bunch of new acquisit...

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Episode 33 - The TRS-80 Model 100 from 2019-11-07T00:00

In this episode we review Tandy Assembly 2019. There were lots of additions to the show this year including the new Tech Track. What worked well and what worked not so well? There's the usual se...

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Episode 32 - Tandy Assembly 2019 Preview and Buzz Murphy from 2019-08-13T01:00

In this episode we start by previewing the upcoming Tandy Assembly 2019. We have a lot of big news to relate regarding the 3rd annual gathering of Tandy Radio Shack computing enthusiasts in Spring...

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Episode 31 - News, Acquisitions and Valerie See from 2019-06-05T01:00

In this episode we discuss the latest Tandy Assembly 2019 updates, the 40th Anniversary of the TRS-80 Model II, archiving of rare Radio Shack Dealer Franchise documentation, the third Connecticut V...

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Episode 30 - Lots of Acquisitions and Rick Papo from 2019-04-17T01:00

Spring is in the air at Trash Talk headquarters, so weve been itchy to make quite a few acquisitions lately that we discuss, including a long weekend drive to Chicago. We also introduce a new TRS-...

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Episode 29 - Interview with Steve Leininger from 2019-03-01T00:00

In this episode, Peter Cetinski talks with Steve Leininger. Steve was the designer of the first TRS-80 microcomputer which became known as the Model I. In the interview, Steve talks about his ear...

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Episode 28 - Buying and Selling TRS-80s from 2019-02-12T00:00

In this episode, the Trash Talkers discuss how to buy and sell TRS-80s. Using their wealth of knowledge about the Tandy collector's market, they go in-depth on tips and techniques to use at live ...

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Episode 27 - The First Tandy Computers from 2018-12-19T00:00

In this episode, the Trash Talkers discuss a little known time in the history of Tandy Radio Shack computing. There was a short period just before and after the release of the TRS-80 Model I in 19...

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Episode 26 - TRS-80 Collecting from 2018-10-21T01:00

In this episode, regular Trash Talkers Peter Cetinski and Ian Mavric welcome Aaron Brockbank and Eric Dittman to the show. First, we run through the schedule for the upcoming Tandy Assembly 2018. ...

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Episode 25 - RetroStore is a TRS-80 App Store from 2018-09-04T01:00

In this episode, Trash Talkers Peter Cetinski and Ian Mavric welcome guest host Aaron Brockbank as he joins us to discuss the latest news and current events in the world of the TRS-80. Then, we ta...

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Episode 24 - Summer 2018 and Ken Brookner from 2018-07-02T01:00

In this episode, Trash Talkers Peter Cetinski and Ian Mavric welcome the Summer of 2018 (at least in the North) with a bunch of TRS-80 news and current events updates. We discuss the upcoming Tand...

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Episode 23 - Tandy vs IBM from 2018-05-16T01:00

In this episode the Trash Talkers welcome vintage computing podcast pioneer David Greelish as a guest host. Pete, Ian and David discuss how Tandy reacted to the the introduction of the IBM Persona...

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Episode 22 - TRS-80 Clones: The Dick Smith System 80 from 2018-03-31T01:00

In this episode the Trash Talkers discuss one of the most popular of the TRS-80 compatible or''clone''computers, the Dick Smith System 80. The System 80 was mainly sold in Austrailia and New Zeala...

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Episode 21 - The TRS-80 in Scientific Research from 2018-02-15T00:00

Join the Trash Talkers as we discuss a bunch of TRS-80 related topics, from Pete Cetinski's new TRS-80 Game''Breakdown''to a Radio Shack store reproduction on TV's''Little Sheldon''to a discussion ...

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Episode 20 - 2017 Review, 2018 Plans and Jerry Heep from 2018-01-17T00:00

This episode includes significant portions of our live show from this past December where we review our episodes from 2017 and talk about our upcoming 2018 TRS-80 related projects. Also, in our co...

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Episode 19 - TRS-80s on the Farm and Paul Schreiber from 2017-12-05T00:00

In this episode Pete C. and Mav discuss the TRS-80 and it's role in agriculture while discussing some recent acquisitions. Pete C. relates a tale about an interesting Tandy rescue trip to Newark, ...

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Episode 18 - Tandy Assembly Recap and Mike Yetsko from 2017-10-26T01:00

In this episode the Trash Talkers discuss what happened at the inaugural Tandy Assembly event on October 7th and 8th 2017. After that we do a little eBay shopping. Then, Peter Cetinski interviews...

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Episode 17 - The First Tandy Assembly from 2017-09-24T01:00

In this episode the Trash Talkers are joined by fellow podcasters from the Coco Crew Podcast, John Linville and Neil Blanchard. We present an in-depth preview of the inaugural Tandy Assembly event...

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Episode 16 - Happy 40th Birthday TRS-80 and Ira Goldklang from 2017-08-07T01:00

In this episode the Trash Talkers are back from summer vacation to wish the TRS-80 a happy 40th birthday. In the first segment, we talk about Tandy Assembly, VCFMW, TRS-XENIX, the Tandy 3, PC-1 an...

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Episode 15 - TRS-80 Software Development from 2017-05-30T01:00

Join the Trash Talkers as we discuss various ways to write software for your TRS-80. Whether you're looking for a truly vintage software development experience or you're looking to write a modern ...

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Episode 14 - TRSVID and George Phillips from 2017-04-21T01:00

We start this episode with the news and current event segment where we first discuss the Vintage Computer Festival East 2017 and the winning TRS-80 exhibit. We also talk about Tandy Assembly. The...

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Episode 13 - VCFE 2017 and Jim McGinley from 2017-03-04T00:00

The Trash Talkers start the show by discussing a bunch of TRS-80 related items such as the Exatron Stringy Floppy and Mailgrams. Then, Peter Cetinski interviews team members from the TRS-80, Apple...

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Episode 12 - Model 4 Buyer's Guide from 2017-01-16T00:00

The Trash Talkers tell you everything you need to know when considering the purchase of a TRS-80 Model 4, 4P or 4D.

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Episode 11 - Pulling TRS-80s Out of the Attic from 2016-11-24T00:00

Pete C. and Mav are joined by several guest Trash Talkers from the Coco world, Mike Rowen and Neil Blanchard. We discuss a number of TRS-80 related news items and current events. We wrap up with ...

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Episode 10 - Lance Micklus and VCFMW 2016 from 2016-10-15T01:00

The Trash Talkers discuss some of new TRS-80 items they have recently released. Then, Peter Bartlett and Randy Kindig discuss their experiences at VCFMW 2016. Finally, Peter Cetinski interviews w...

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Episode 9 - Scott Adams and Adventure International from 2016-09-08T01:00

Join Trash Talkers Peter Cetinski and Ian Mavric as we interview legendary game programmer Scott Adams and also discuss the text adventure genre and its place in the history of the TRS-80.

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Episode 8 - Model III Buyer's Guide from 2016-08-03T01:00

In this episode the Trash Talkers first review a number of news items, including Peter Cetinski's release of TRS-Box Serial. Then, in the main Model III Buyer's Guide segment, Ian Mavric, Peter...

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Episode 7 - CoCo Crew Crossover from 2016-07-09T01:00

The Trash Talkers welcome the hosts of the CoCo Crew Podcast, John Linville and Neil Blanchard, to discuss the Coco and its relationship with the other TRS-80s that we normally cover in the show.

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Episode 6 - PILOT Plus and DEBUG from 2016-06-08T01:00

In this episode, the TRS-80 Trash Talkers reminisce about VCFE XI, discuss some recent Model I purchases and review the PILOT Plus and DEBUG software packages.

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Episode 5 - Big Five Software from 2016-05-07T01:00

The Trash Talkers discuss Big Five Software, one of the most significant and influential game development companies for the TRS-80. Peter Cetinski interviews Bill Hogue, the founder of the compa...

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Episode 4 - Model I Buyer's Guide from 2016-04-14T01:00

In this episode, the Trash Talkers discuss impressions of VCFSE, preparations for VCFE and offer guidance for purchasing a Model I in the Model I Buyer's Guide.

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Episode 3 - The Model II from 2016-03-27T01:00

Peter Cetinski and Myles Wakeham take the listeners on trip through Model II history, from its genesis up to the computer's status as a current day collectable vintage computer.

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Episode 2 - Voice Synthesizer from 2016-03-13T00:00

In this episode we go in-depth with a detailed review of voice synthesizer options for the TRS-80.

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Episode 1 - The First TRS-80 Podcast from 2016-02-16T00:00

The inaugural episode of the TRS-80 Trash Talk podcast.

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