364: Halloween 2024 - The Invisible Man (1933)
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
1hr Oct 16, 2024
1hr
363: Halloween 2024 - Frankenstein (1931)
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
59m Oct 09, 2024
59m
362: Halloween 2024 - Dracula (1931)
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
1hr 21m Oct 02, 2024
1hr 21m
361: Kwaidan (1964)
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
1hr 21m Sep 25, 2024
1hr 21m
360: Insha Fitzpatrick Returns! (Writer of "Sightseeing with Aliens")
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...
55m Sep 18, 2024
55m
359: Star Trek: Nemesis (2002)
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 ...
59m Sep 11, 2024
59m
358: The Pest (1997)
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...
55m Sep 04, 2024
55m
357: Third Tier Lear & Rude Dentists
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...
1hr 48m Aug 28, 2024
1hr 48m
356: Bubba Ho-Tep (2002)
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...
58m Aug 21, 2024
58m
355: Nimona (2023)
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...
1hr Aug 14, 2024
1hr
354: They Call Me the Tornado
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 ...
2hr 1m Aug 07, 2024
2hr 1m
353: Humanoids from the Deep (1980)
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...
1hr 2m Jul 31, 2024
1hr 2m
352: Talk to Me (2022)
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...
1hr 20m Jul 24, 2024
1hr 20m
351: Clueless (1995)
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...
1hr 1m Jul 17, 2024
1hr 1m
350: Colonel Mustard's Last Stand
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...
1hr 43m Jul 10, 2024
1hr 43m
349: X-Men '97 (2024)
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 ...
1hr 12m Jul 03, 2024
1hr 12m
348: Star Trek: Insurrection (1998)
Welcome aboard! On today's show Mike is joined by PCMC's resident Trekkie, Mr. Vin Forte. Vin is here to discuss the 1998 cinematic disappointment known as Star Trek: Insurrection. The guys discuss what's good about it, what's bad about it, and how it could have been fixed. If you like hearing these two nerds discuss Star Trek, look up on the feed for the rest of the films in the Star Trek fran...
54m Jun 26, 2024
54m
347: Star Trek: First Contact (1996)
Greetings Earthlings! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by resident Trekkie, Vin Forte. Today the guys are discussing the awesome 1996 movie Star Trek: First Contact! This movie has it all, a Borg Queen, robot orgasms, Picard in a t-shirt, and the dad from Babe! Even if you don't like Star Trek this episode will make you laugh and give you respite from the cruel har...
56m Jun 19, 2024
56m
PREVIEW - Mike talks "Doctor Who" on Comic Books Transformed
Hey everyone! It's Friday and we have a special preview for you. Mike has been joining friend of the pod, Peter Marsh, on his youtube show Comic Books Transformed. Mike and Peter have been covering the newest season of Doctor Who, the first airing on Disney+. This is just a short preview but if you like what you hear go over to Comic Books Transformed on Youtube and check out the whole show and...
9m Jun 14, 2024
9m
346: Masters of the Universe (1987)
Good journey! On today's episode Mike is joined, once again, by Peter Marsh (Comic Books Transformed / Lassercast) to discuss more Masters of the Universe! This time its the 1987 cult classic movie version, produced by The Cannon Group. This movie could only be made in the 80s, its colorful, scary, mean, silly, sexy, yet still for children! If you like hearing Mike and Peter discuss MOTU look b...
1hr 10m Jun 12, 2024
1hr 10m
345: Our Favorite Character Actors
Hello! Today on PCMC its a salute to character actors. The faces you know, and the names you don't. Mike and Janine list their favorite all time character actors from movies and TV. Play along at home by googling each actor they say, so you can look at their picture and say "Oh I know that guy!" If you like PCMC share us with your nerdiest friends. Find us everywhere @PCMCpod
1hr 11m Jun 05, 2024
1hr 11m
344: Shiz Your Pants
Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again by Janine. Together they review new trailers, talk about what pop culture they're currently chilling with, and confess their current media obsessions. Topics on this episode: Ultraman: Rising (2024), Jim Henson Idea Man (2024), Wicked (2024), Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024), the Married...with Children animated series, Furiosa...
1hr 41m May 29, 2024
1hr 41m
343: Our Dream Crossovers
Welcome! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike and Bill discuss their dream pop culture crossovers. The coming together of two intellectual properties. This is NOT an episode on Our Dream Cinematic Universe, we did that already! (check out episode 214). This is our choices for simple crossovers and mashups ala Jetsons Meet the Flinstones or Freddy Vs. Jason. If you have any fun crossover idea...
1hr 9m May 22, 2024
1hr 9m
342: Vampire Hunter D (1985)
Howdy! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Bill Gagliardi. Bill is a huge fan of the 1985 anime classic Vampire Hunter D, and Mike has never seen it until now. Mike and Bill discuss how rad the anime is. It's aesthetics, it's story, it's characters, what it's influences are, and what it influenced in current pop culture. This is fun nerdy one for the anime fans out...
1hr 22m May 15, 2024
1hr 22m
341: Sickest Burns in Pop Culture
Your mother! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony Bongiorno. The guys count down their top ten sickest burns (insults, put-downs, reads) in pop culture. You dumb jerks are going to love this episode! If you like what you hear be sure to subscribe and leave us a review. Find us @PCMCpod everywhere
47m May 08, 2024
47m
340: Stolen Videos & Scratchy Voices
Welcome! On today's all new 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 in today's show: Lucy, J.K. Rowling, Megalopolis, The Blair Witch Project, Cheers, Ziwe, Jerry Seinfeld, Molly Ringwald, Heat, Nicky Cass, TikTok, Immaculate, Barbie, AI, Abigail, Deadpool & Wolve...
1hr 35m May 01, 2024
1hr 35m
339: History of Mickey Mouse w/ Writer Jeff Ryan
Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined by writer/historian Jeff Ryan. Jeff is the author of "Super Mario: How Nintendo Conquered America," and his forthcoming book, "Your Worshipfulness: Starring Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia." He stopped by PCMC to talk about his book "A Mouse Divided: How Ub Iwerks Became Forgotten, and Walt Disney Became Uncle Walt." Mike and Jeff discuss ...
1hr 8m Apr 24, 2024
1hr 8m
338: Siskel and Ebert
Welcome to an all new episode of PCMC. Today Mike is joined, once again, by Vin Forte. The topic for today's show? The one and only Siskel and Ebert! The movie critics who made criticism cool and thumbs sexy! Without the legacy of Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert we wouldn't have movie podcasts, youtube media essays, and we wouldn't have our show; Pop Culture Man Children. If you like what you hear ...
44m Apr 17, 2024
44m
337: Best Comedy Sketches
Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Vin Forte. Together they discuss their all-time favorite comedy sketches. Each guy has picked five sketches they think are essential and hilarious. Eventually the conversation veers off into comedy history and an analysis of what makes a comedy sketch work. This is one for the comedy nerds! Find us everywhere @PCMCpod
1hr 3m Apr 10, 2024
1hr 3m
336: Superman: The Movie (1978)
It's a bird, it's a plane, no! It's PCMC! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Peter Marsh (Lassercast / Comic Books Transformed) to discuss the 1978 classic film; Superman: The Movie. This is the mother of all superhero movies and it still holds up today. The guys discuss their histories with the film, what impact they think it had on movie history, and what still ...
1hr 11m Apr 03, 2024
1hr 11m
335: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024)
SPOILER ALERT for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024) Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is coming to you all by himself, podcasting from deep, deep within his nerd cave. Mike is a lifelong Ghostbusters fan and needs your undivided attention while he tells you his feelings on the new Ghostbusters movie! This episode is chock-full of spoilers so BEWARE! If you enjoy this episode chec...
1hr 11m Mar 27, 2024
1hr 11m
334: The Mighty Ducks (1992)
Quack! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined by Brendan Lyons. Brendan is one of the hosts of the Ranger Things Podcast. Together they take a close look at this classics kids movie and ask the hard questions like: are the Mighty Ducks orphans? Is pirouetting allowed in hockey? And, is coaching pee wee hockey an actual job? If you're interested in learning more about Ranger Things c...
1hr 20m Mar 20, 2024
1hr 20m
333: Best Monologues
Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Janine. Together they list their top 10 favorite monologues in all pop culture! The quotable moments where a character expresses their inner desires, or confesses their deep pain. The moments where an actor really gets to shine! For more fun content look back at our feed and be sure to subscribe! Find us everywhere @PCMC...
1hr 11m Mar 13, 2024
1hr 11m
332: Cracked Teeth & Fool's Gold
Ahoy! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Janine. Together they discuss entertainment news, review new trailers, and confess their current pop culture obsessions. Topics in today's show: Richard Lewis, Willy Wonka Experience, Zendaya's robot dress, Boy Kills World (2023), The First Omen (2024), Epic Mickey: Rebrushed (2024), Princess Peach: Showtime!, KFC's Chizza...
1hr 35m Mar 06, 2024
1hr 35m
331: The First Wives Club (1996)
Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony. Together the guys discuss the late 90s classic; The First Wives Club. A touchstone of 90s girl-power, as well as, an HBO classic! The guys chat about its impact, it's pedigree, and if (or how) it could be remade in 2024. If you haven't seen the movie, go see it! If not, you'll still enjoy today's episode. Find u...
51m Feb 28, 2024
51m
330: Farsighted Twister Cows
Welcome! It's an all new episode of PCMC. On today's show Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony Bongiorno. Together the guys talk news, new trailers, and confess their current obsessions. Topics in this episode include: Universal Studio's Epic Universe, Moana 2, Turning Red, Soul, Inside Out 2, Barbie snub, Christopher Nolan, Coyote vs. Acme, The Whale, Deadpool & Wolverine (2024), Wicked (202...
1hr 41m Feb 21, 2024
1hr 41m
329: Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)
It's a meee! Welcome to an all new episode of PCMC. On today's show Mike is joined, once again, by Vin Forte. Together the guys gush over their love of the new video game "Super Mario Bros. Wonder." Mike thinks its one of the best in the franchise, and Vin compares it to "Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island." Take a mushroom and settle in for a another new episode of Pop Culture Man Children. ...
48m Feb 14, 2024
48m
328: Kombucha & Crunch Wraps
Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike and joined by frequent contributor, Vin Forte (Oddball / Wrassle Rap). Mike and Vin will discuss pop culture news, review new trailers, and end the show by confessing their current media obsessions. Topics in today's show include: Jo Koy, Godzilla Minus One Minus Color, Jon Stewart, Todd Haynes, Coyote vs. Acme, Pharrell's Lego movie, Vince McMahon...
1hr 21m Feb 07, 2024
1hr 21m
327: Tampopo (1985)
Welcome! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Nadia Kader. The topic of discuss: "Tampopo," a 1985 Japanese comedy about all things ramen. It's a story of a young mother struggling to turn her crappy ramen shop into a successful business. This movie is weird and wonderful and will make you hungry (and maybe a little horny) for ramen! Find us @PCMCpod everywhere.
59m Jan 31, 2024
59m
326: Moonwalker Energy
Welcome! On today's all new "fully" episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Nadia Kader. Nadia stopped by to help Mike talk entertainment news, review new movie trailers, and confess their current pop culture obsessions. Topics in today's show: Thunderbirds, George Carlin AI, Godzilla Minus One, Masters of the Universe: Revolution (2024), Abigail (2024), This Is Me....Now (2024), Jacque...
1hr 31m Jan 24, 2024
1hr 31m
325: Characters We Hate
Hello! On today's show Mike and Janine discuss characters they absolutely can't stand! Not bad guys, not characters you are supposed to hate, but character you're supposed to like but can't help but hate anyway. If you enjoy PCMC please Like, subscribe, and share with your nerdy friends. Find us @PCMCpod everywhere.
1hr 3m Jan 17, 2024
1hr 3m
324: Galactic Grieving Power!
Hello! On today's all new full episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Janine. Together they dish on pop culture news, review new movie trailers, and confess their current media obsessions. Topics in today's show: Pixar movies in theaters, Andor action figures, Alamo Drafthouse, Mickey in the public domain, "Mickey's Mouse Trap," "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F," "Ultraman: Rising," Crazy Fr...
1hr 49m Jan 10, 2024
1hr 49m
323: Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)
Hello! Welcome to today's all new episode of PCMC! Mike is joined, once again, by Peter Marsh (Lasser Cast/ Comic Books Transformed). This time to discuss the 1990 cult-classic Gremlins 2: The New Batch! The guys discuss their personal histories with the movie, as well as their current feelings on it, and how it holds up in 2024. If you want to hear Mike and Peter discuss more cult-classic sequ...
58m Jan 03, 2024
58m
322: Ghostbusters II (1989)
Happy New Year! On this week's episode of PCMC we ring in 2024 with Ghostbusters II (1989). The much loved, and much hated, sequel to the original 1984 classic film. Mike is joined today by Peter Marsh (Lasser Cast / Comic Books Transformed) to discuss their personal connections to the movie, as well as, their critiques on where it succeeds and where it fails. The episode concluded with a ranki...
1hr 2m Dec 27, 2023
1hr 2m
321: Holiday Special 2023: Eyes Wide Shut (1999)
Ho ho ho! On this years Holiday Special we decided to mix things up and cover one of the darkest and creepiest "holiday movies" there is, Eyes Wide Shut, the final film from legendary filmmaker Stanley Kubrick. This controversial film has been intriguing audiences and inspiring theories for decades now. Mike and Anthony discuss their readings of the film and debunk some of the more popular theo...
1hr 5m Dec 20, 2023
1hr 5m
320: Who's That Wonderful Girl?
Hello! On today's all new fully episode of PCMC, host Mike Bongiorno, is joined by frequent contributor, Anthony Bongiorno. Together they discuss pop culture news, review new movie trailers, and confess their current media obsessions. Topics on today's show include: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024), The Garfield Movie (2024), Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024), Coyote vs. Acme, the Scream reboot,...
1hr 24m Dec 13, 2023
1hr 24m
319: Star Trek: Generations (1994)
Engage! On todays all new episode of PCMC, Mike and Vin are together again discussing a Star Trek movie. This time it's 1994's Star Trek: Generations. The first film to feature the Next Generation cast and the last to feature William Shatner as Captain Kirk. Listen to Mike and Vin chew the fat on this flawed but interesting film. And if you want more Star Trek content, look to our library of ep...
52m Dec 06, 2023
52m
318: Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country (1991)
Cry havoc! PCMC is back in the world of Star Trek! This time Mike and Vin are discussing the last feature film starring the original series cast. Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country. One of the best in the franchise! Mike and Vin also do a ranking of their least to most favored TOS Trek films. If you want more Star Trek content check out the feed for past episodes, and come back next week fo...
59m Nov 29, 2023
59m
317: Cozy Stuff
On todays all new episode of PCMC, Mike and Janine discuss Cozy stuff. Movies, TV shows, books, games, and any part of pop culture that makes you feel warm and cozy. So sit back, kick up your feet, get under a nice heavy blanket, and enjoy this weeks episode of Pop Culture Man Children. Find us everywhere @PCMCpod.
59m Nov 22, 2023
59m
316: Daily Aches and Pains
SPOILER ALERT for The Exorcist: Believer (2023) On today's all new Fully episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Janine. Together they dish on current events, review new trailers, and confess their current obsessions. Topics on todays show: Matthew Perry, Sesame Street Reboot, Tina Fey, scholastic controversy, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024), Freud's Last Session (2023), David...
1hr 43m Nov 15, 2023
1hr 43m