Pop Culture Man Children

Hello! On today's all-new episode of the podcast, host Mike Bongiorno is joined by a panel of pcmc all-stars; Anthony Bongiorno, Jennifer Litrell, and Janine Gagilardi! The crew got together to discuss their favorite theatrical experiences, whether it be a Broadway show that changed Anthony's life, a concert that thrilled Janine, or the Stage Door experience Jen had with Alan Rickman. Anything ...

SPOILER ALERT for Companion (2025) Quaid-face! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by Nadia Kader! Mike and Nadia got together to discuss Companion (2025), the new film that follows in the footsteps of Metropolis, Weird Science, and The Stepford Wives. It's all about robot love, robot sex, and the robot revolution! If you enjoy hearing Mike and Nadia di...

Quack! Quack! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by Nadia Kader! Mike and Nadia got together to discuss the sweaty, ugly, and gross, Italian Giallo movie The New York Ripper (1982). A movie that was banned from the UK for years due to its extreme violence and sexual content. Nadia hates this movie, and Mike thinks it's a fascinating piece of cinematic t...

SPOILER ALERT - this is a GENERAL spoiler alert for ALL pop culture. You have been warned! Rest in Power! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by Janine Gagliardi! The topic of this episode is "Most Devastating Deaths in Pop Culture." Do you remember how you felt when your favorite fictional character in TV, Video Games, Movies, or Books unexpectedly bit...

Hello! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by Janine Gagliardi! They are together to discuss the MAX animated series Harley Quinn (2019). The show is one of the smartest, funniest takes on the Batman story in a long time. And just like Harley herself, this episode is NOT for children! If you like hearing the pcmc gang discuss DC Comics content, check out...

Hello! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by Peter Marsh. The topic today is the highly successful DC Comics "Absolute Universe." DC has created new rebooted versions of all their most infamous characters and the guys got together to discuss how those changes make the stories better, while staying true to the hearts of the heroes. For this episode, Mike...

Hello! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by Peter Marsh. The guys got together to discuss "movies that blew their minds!" Not movies that are good, not movies that are great, not movies that are amazing. Movies that changed the way they think about the world. So if you're a giant nerd who loves movies (and I think you are), this is the episode for you....

SPOILER ALERT for Seasons 1 and 2 of Severance! Praise Kier! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host Mike Bongiorno is joined by old friend of the show, Chris Sorrentino. Chris is a comedian, a musician, a cosplayer, and an artist. He even designed the pcmc logo! Recently, Chris had a once in a lifetime experience. He got to work for one day at Lumon, the mysterious evil corporation from the ...

Boooo! On today's all-new pcmc Mike and Anthony are back, this time to discuss the 1990s phenomenon Ghost! This is the movie that made pottery sexy! The guys discuss the film's triumphs and shortcomings, while praising Whoopi Goldberg and Demi Moore. If you've never seen Ghost, GO watch it right now and come back after. Find us everywhere @PCMCpod

SPOILER ALERT for: Scream 7, The White Lotus, and Severance! Hellooo! It's an all-new full episode of pcmc! Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony to review new trailers, confess their current obsessions, and talk about all things pop culture. Topics on today's show: Materialists (2025), The Ugly Stepsister (2025), Lilo & Stitch (2025), M3GAN 2.0 (2025), The Naked Gun (2025), Mythic Quest, Nik...

Hello! On today's all-new pcmc, Mike is joined by dear friend of the show Bill Gagliardi to discuss their favorite title songs. What are title songs, you say? Songs from films that share the same name as the film. NOT songs named after movies or movies named after songs. Songs that came into our lives along with films of the same name. Examples would be "Grease," "Ghostbusters," and "Men in Bla...

CAW! On today's all-new episode of pcmc Mike is joined, once again, by Bill Gagliardi. Mike and Bill sat down to discuss the 1994 goth-kid classic The Crow. Bill is a lifelong fan of the film and Mike is new to the franchise. Together they discuss its cultural impact, it's insane dialogue, and its incredible aethetics. If you like this conversation, look up on the feed and find other topics tha...

Hello! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, Mike is joined, once again, by Nadia Kader. Today Mike and Nadia are discussing the hidden gem horror comedy Tragedy Girls. This movie is like if Mean Girls and Scream had a baby. It follows the murderous rampage of two popular high school girls who want nothing more than viral fame. If you enjoy this episode, check out some of our other shows covering...

Welcome to the Greatest Adventure! On today's all-new episode of pcmc Mike is joined, once again, by good friend of the show, Nadia Kader. Mike and Nadia have come together to discuss the 1977 animated version of The Hobbit. Long before The Lord of the Rings was a household name, this animated film delighted, confused, and frightened generations of children! If you like hearing Nadia and Mike d...

Hello! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, Mike is joined, once again, by Janine. Together they are discussing the times when unknown actors were given a big opportunity and "went for it." They say "there are no small parts, only small actors," and these actors took their parts and ran with them! If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe and tell your friends about us! find us everywhere...

Welcome! It's time for another full raging episode of pcmc. Today Mike is joined by Janine, and together they discuss current pop culture news, review new trailers, and confess their current media obsession. Topics in today's show: Buffy reboot, Heart of Lincoln, Mickey 17 (2025), The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025), Friendship (2025), Doctor Who, DC Absolute Comics, Harley Quinn, Jury Duty,...

Welcome! On today's all-new episode of PCMC, host Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by frequent contributor Vin Forte. Mike is new to the fandom, while Vin is a longtime Trekkie. Together, they are journeying through the franchise movie by movie. In this episode, they discuss Star Trek Into Darkness from 2013. If you enjoy this episode, check our podcast feed for episodes on the rest of the S...

Zaloom! On today's all new episode of pcmc, your host Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by frequent contributor Vin Forte. The guys have come together to discuss the zany 1990s kids' science show Beakman's World. Mike and Vin also ponder why, in our current media culture, Bill Nye is remembered fondly while Beakman is largely forgotten (except for in Latin America). If you like what you hear,...

Open your eyes! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Peter Marsh. Mike and Peter are here to discuss the problematic millennial cult-classic Vanilla Sky (2001). The guys both loved the movie when they were younger but now take issue with some of it's less developed elements. It's a beautiful and flawed film and if you've seen it, never saw it, or it's been years si...

Hello! On today's all new episode of pcmc Mike is joined by, friend of the show, Peter Marsh (Comic Books Transformed / The Lasser Cast). Mike and Peter are here to "fix" Star Wars. Which means they are going to revamp the Star Wars franchise into what they want it to be. Peter details his rewritten idea for The Force Awakens. While Mike talks about who he'd hire, fire, and what projects he'd g...

Hello! On today's all new episode of pcmc Mike and Anthony are back to discuss the 1963 classic movie musical, Bye Bye Birdie! This was a VHS stable in the their childhoods and they guys still love it. It's the timeless tale of a pretend Elvis trying to kiss an underaged girl, while a songwriter creates speed! If you're a musical lover (or just a non-toxic fan of joy) then this episode if for y...

Howdy! On today's all new FULL episode of pcmc Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony Bongiorno. Together the guys discuss pop culture news, review new trailers, and confess their current media obsessions. Topics on today's show include: Superman (2025), The Day the Earth Blew Up (2025), Heart Eyes (2025), the new He-Man movie, fake movie trailers, The Penguin, the new DCU, public domain, the G...

Hello! On today's all new episode of pcmc Mike is joined, once again, by good friend of the show Nadia. Together they discuss the 2024 queer-analogue-horror film, I Saw the TV Glow. If you haven't seen this imaginative and wild movie we suggest you watch it before you listen. But if you're on the fence about watching it, maybe this podcast will help you make up your mind. If you like what you h...

Happy New Year! On todays all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined by, friend of the show, Nadia Kader. Together Mike and Nadia discuss the classic mind-bending time travel novel, The Man Who Folded Himself from 1973. Thinking about time is the best way to start a new year! If you like this episode please go forward in time and share it with your friends. follow us everywhere @PCMCpod

Ho ho horror! It's the holiday season and this year the PCMC crew is keeping it spooky by discussing the incredible and underrated Black Christmas from 1974. Mike is joined by Janine to discuss this frightful festive film and you're in for a hell of a holiday treat! This is one of the earliest slasher movies and its directed by the same guy who directed A Christmas Story (1983)! Now turn down t...

SPOILER ALERT FOR ARCANE SEASONS 1 AND 2! Oh the misery! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike and Peter are back again and continuing their discussion on the Netflix animated series Arcane: League of Legends. This week the guys are covering season 2, together they will discuss the fates of all your favorite characters, the incredible art and design of the show, and what they liked best abou...

Oh the misery! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined by, friend of the pod, Peter Marsh to discuss the first season of the Netflix animated series; Arcane. Neither of the guys have ever played the video game "League of Legends" but both love the animated series adapted from it. If you love PCMC when it's nerding out about animation, this is one for you. Come back next week to hear ...

Ahoy Disney Adults! On today's episode of PCMC, Mike is joined by Janine and together they discuss the Disney + animated series "The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse." It's Mickey and his friends reinterpreted for a contemporary audience and it's hilarious. If you like this show look back on our podcast feed and check out our other Disney related episodes. Please drop us a rating and review wher...

Ahoy! On today's all new sugary episode of PCMC Mike and Vin get together to discuss discontinued food items they wish would return. Some were novelty ice-creams, some were cakes, some were fast food menu items, but they're all distant memories of a time long past. If you like this show check out our backlog of free episodes anywhere pods are found! follow us everywhere @PCMCpod

Welcome to PCMC! It's reboot time baby! On today's all new episode Mike and Vin sit down to discuss the J.J. Abrams' directed Star Trek from 2009. This is the movie that created the Kelvin timeline and changed Star Trek canon forever. It's also the movie that introduced us to Chris Pine (one of our fav Chrises). If you like hearing Star Trek content look back through our feed and find all of ou...

Hello! On today's all new PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by musical raconteur Bill Gagliardi. Mike and Bill got together to talk about the best fictional bands in Pop Culture. So throw on your fav Oneders t-shirt and settle in for a fun episode! If you like what you hear leave us a review and share us with your friends. find us everywhere @PCMCpod

VRRRrrrmm! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Bill Gagliardi. Mike and Bill sat down to talk about their favorite cars (or drivable vehicles) in movies, TV, and all pop culture. If you like this episode check out our feed for more nerdy fun. ALL episodes of PCMC are currently available! No paywall to climb here! Be sure to drop us a review and share us with your f...

BoooOOOooo! The best time of the year is coming to a close as we approach Halloween night! On this year's PCMC Halloween bash Mike and the gang has been discussing the Universal Monster movies. On today's episode Mike sits down with Janine (again) to discuss 1954's Creature from the Black Lagoon. The final Universal Monster to be birthed onto the silver screen. If you want more monstery fun che...

BoooOOOooo! It's the best time of year; Halloween time! On this year's PCMC Halloween bash Mike and the gang will be discussing the Universal Monster movies. On today's episode Mike chats with Peter Marsh (The Lassercast) to discuss 1941's The Wolf Man. The classic werewolf movie starring Lon Chaney Jr. and Bela Lugosi. Come back every Wednesday in October for more Halloween fun! And check out ...

BoooOOOooo! It's the best time of year; Halloween time! On this year's PCMC Halloween bash Mike and the gang will be discussing the Universal Monster movies. On today's show Mike sits down with Nadia Kader to discuss 1933's The Invisible Man. An underrated classic that's equal parts comedy and horror. Come back every Wednesday in October for more Halloween fun! find us everywhere @PCMCpod

BoooOOOooo! It's the best time of year; Halloween time! On this year's PCMC Halloween bash Mike and the gang will be discussing the Universal Monster movies. On today's episode Mike sits down with Anthony to discuss 1931's Frankenstein. The The monster of monsters! Come back every Wednesday in October for more Halloween fun! find us everywhere @PCMCpod

BoooOOOooo! It's the best time of year; Halloween time! On this year's PCMC Halloween bash Mike and the gang will be discussing the Universal Monster movies. On the first episode Mike sits down with Janine to discuss 1931's Dracula. The Universal Monster that started it all. Come back every Wednesday in October for more Halloween fun! find us everywhere @PCMCpod

Boo! On today's ghostly new episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Nadia Kader. Mike and Nadia are back again talking about Japanese Horror! This time it's the 1964 classic Kwaidan. An anthology film based on four spooky Japanese folk tales. For more spooky episodes stay tuned for our yearly Halloween celebration coming soon! find us everywhere @PCMCpod

Welcome to Earth! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined by returning guest Insha Fitzpatrick. Insha is the weird and wonderful author of kid's books like "Who Sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott?" and the "A Totally Factual Field Guide to the Supernatural" series. Her latest book is "Sightseeing with Aliens," the third in this series. Mike and Insha also discuss horror movies, spooki...

Ahoy! On today's all new episode of PCMC host Mike Bongiorno is joined, once again, by Vin Forte. Mike and Vin are continuing on their Star Trek journey, this time discussing the final film for the "next gen" cast, 2002's Star Trek: Nemesis. This is one of the middling Star Trek movies, not quite good but not quite bad. If you enjoy hearing Mike and Vin discuss Star Trek check the podcast feed ...

Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC host Mike Bongiorno is joined, once again, by regular contributor Vin Forte. Together Mike and Vin discuss the abysmal 1997 movie The Pest, starring John Leguizamo. This movie is like if Ace Venture and Jeff Dunham's racist puppets had a baby. We usually don't like to trash stuff on PCMC but if we have to live with the memory of The Pest in our minds, s...

Hello! On today's all new full episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony Bongiorno. Together the guys talk pop culture news, review new trailers, and confess their current obsessions. Topics on today's show include: cable TV, Megalopolis, Saturday Night (2024), Gary (2024), Y2K (2024), Norman Lear, Wicked, Only Murders in the Building, Bright Young Women, Clive Barker, mean dentist...

Howdy! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Peter Marsh. Peter is the cohost and co-creator of the youtube channels "Comic Books Transformed" and "The Lasser Cast." Mike and Peter are together to discuss "Bubba Ho-Tep" a low budget horror comedy from 2002. If you haven't seen the movie go watch it! But even if you're not interested in watching it this episode will c...

Howdy fellow monsters! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Janine. Together they discuss the 2023 Netflix animated movie Nimona! Mike really loved the movie, but Janine has some gripes with it's characters. They discuss the films style, its narrative, it's symbolism, and its origins, all while making stupid jokes! If you like hearing Mike and Janine discuss animat...

SPOILER ALERT for Longlegs (2024), Deadpool & Wolverine (2024), and Star Wars: The Acolyte (2024) Hello! On today's all new full length episode of PCMC, Mike is joined by the aways great, Janine Gagliardi. On this episode Mike and Janine talk pop culture news, review new trailers, and confess their current obsessions. Topics on today's show include: Jellystone!, The Toys that Made Us Season 4 ...

TRIGGER WARNING: discussion of fictional sexual assault and animal abuse. Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Nadia Kader. Together they discuss the 1980 off-the-wall horror movie Humanoids from the Deep. This is a Roger Corman production, so you know its going to be offensive, tawdry, and insane. If you haven't seen the movie, it won't matter, just listen...

Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined by long time friend of the pod, Nadia Kader. Mike and Nadia take a deep-dive into the 2022 Australian horror film Talk to Me. This film is scary, violent and full of interesting imagery. Mike and Nadia, discuss the films visual language, it's superb acting, and its mysterious narrative. Big spoilers ahead for Talk to Me, but if you've se...

As if! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony. The two are together to discuss the 1995 classic teen comedy Clueless. Clueless is the film that introduced us to Alicia Silverstone, and made us fall in love with Brittany Murphy and Paul Rudd. If you haven't seen it, do yourself a favor and go watch it right now! Then come back and listen to this podcast. If yo...

Welcome to a full length episode of PCMC! On today's fully Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony. Together the guys discuss pop culture news, review new trailers, and confess their current media obsessions. Topics on today's show include: reading slumps, Mike Flanagan's Exorcist, Practical Magic 2, Sony buys Alamo Drafthouse, Paddington in Peru (2024), Mr. Birchum (2024), Nosferatu (2024), Jim...

To me, my man-children! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined by Emilio Sparks. Mike and Emilio are together to discuss the new Disney+ animated series "X-Men ' 97." Emilio is very familiar with the original X-Men animated series, and he is acting as a guide to Mike, who is an X-Men novice. The guys discuss the shows highlights, it's story, it's style, and how it may be laying the ...