116: Books that Changed Our Lives
Everyone has read a book that changed the way they see the world or sent their life in a new direction. On today's show Mike Bongiorno sits down with his brother Anthony Bongiorno, and the two discuss the books that changed their lives. Mike and Anthony present their top five life-changing books, along with a few honorable mentions. If you're a reader this episode is for you! Subscribe to the s...
52m Jan 22, 2020
52m
115: Chicky Nuggies
On today's full length episode Mike is joined once again by Anthony Bongiorno. The guys discuss pop culture news, review the latest movie trailers, and confession their current media obsessions. Some of the topics on today's show: the JJ cut, Terry Gilliam, Laura Dern vs. Laura Linney, diversity in film making, Clint Eastwood movies, the Male Gaze, Mutants, Sword in the Stone, Disneyland Paris,...
1hr 42m Jan 15, 2020
1hr 42m
114: Stuff We Liked in 2019
Every year is a pop culture journey! On today's show Mike and Vin sit down to discuss all the nerdy stuff they got into in 2019. They discuss the shows they watched, the books they read, the games they played, and the fandoms they explored. Also in this episode, Mike and Vin go over the best and worst stuff that was released in 2019. If you like what you hear Subscribe, Rate, and Review! Follow...
46m Jan 08, 2020
46m
113: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019)
On today's show Mike Bongiorno and Vin Forte sit down to dissect the latest Star Wars movie. SPOILER ALERT: This episode deals in depth with Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and other parts of Star Wars canon. Some of the topics addressed on this episode: Rey's Parents, the handling of Carrie Fisher's death, the new characters, Palpatine, Snoke, CGI, the Knights of Ren, and wtf is a Force dyad?...
1hr 3m Jan 01, 2020
1hr 3m
112: Holiday Special 2019
Happy Holidays! It's our yearly holiday special! Get in your jammies, pour yourself a cup of hot cocoa, and listen to Mike Bongiorno and Emilio Sparks discuss the sexual implications of the song "Santa Baby." Also on today's show, the guys go to the Christmas Tree Shop and reminisce on days of old. Then Mike and Emilio count down their top five favorite Christmas songs, and finally, they discus...
1hr 14m Dec 25, 2019
1hr 14m
111: HBO Memories
On today's show Mike and Vin discuss their fond memories of the early days of HBO. The comedy specials, the documentaries, the original programming, and of course, the soft-core porn. In a world where Disney Plus is king PCMC wants to reminisce about a time when there was only one name in the game when it came to premium media content. So relax in your lazy boy and turn down the lights because ...
39m Dec 18, 2019
39m
110: Kevin McCarrotster
Today Mike Bongiorno is joined by Vin Forte. Mike and Vin discuss the latest buzzing pop culture news. The guys also review the trailers for "Crisis on Infinite Earths," "Black Widow," and "No Time to Die."  Vin then schools Mike in the world of the Sega Dreamcast. This episode is a fun one for video name nerds. Other topics on today's show: Little John, Wrestling Toys, Bebe Yoda, Youtube Hate,...
1hr 48m Dec 11, 2019
1hr 48m
109: Bebe Yoda
On today's show Mike and Janine discuss the most important topic in American right now: Bebe Yoda. This entire episode is dedicated to Bebe Yoda. Who is he? Where did he come from? Will he talk? These are just some of the questions that are asked on today's show. This might be the most important episode of PCMC ever! #bebeyoda #pcmcpod Follow @popculturemanchildren in Instagram. 
44m Dec 04, 2019
44m
108: Low Energy Vampires
On today's show Mike is joined once again by Janine Gagliardi. Janine and Mike break down COPPA (the child online privacy protection act) and how the new enforcement of this law will affect youtube and the world of fandom. They also review the trailers for the films; Antlers, Scoob, and Sonic the Hedgehog. At the end of the show Mike and Janine confess their latest pop culture obsessions.  This...
1hr 51m Nov 27, 2019
1hr 51m
107: Scorsese & Marvel
On today's show Mike and Emilio discuss the ongoing debate surrounding legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese and his criticism of the Marvel franchise. Mike also gets into a bit of the history of the Auteur theory. This is a fun one for the movie nerds out there! Subscribe to the pod and share with your film-loving friends. Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram.
53m Nov 20, 2019
53m
106: Deadbeat Tamagotchi Dad
On today's show host Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by Emilio Sparks. Mike and Emilio catch up on entertainment news and review the newest movie trailers (Invisible Man, Soul, and Bombshell). Emilio talks about his recent travels, Mike explains why he loves Disney despite being a liberal, and both guys confess their mutual love of the 1959 slapstick comedy "Pillow Talk." Also in this episo...
1hr 34m Nov 13, 2019
1hr 34m
105: Talking With Animals
On today's show Mike is joined once again by Nadia Kader. Together they discuss all the current pop culture buzz. Nadia defends Martin Scorsese's stance on Marvel movies. While Mike explains why he didn't like Joker. In trailer corner the duo breakdown the trailers for: Richard Jewel, Dolittle, and Uncut Gems. Also on today's episode: nerds don't get sports, single source coffee, Todd Philips, ...
1hr 35m Nov 06, 2019
1hr 35m
104: Halloween 2019, Act IV: VHS & VHS 2
Happy Halloween! It's the last Halloween episode of the season! On today's show host Mike Bongiorno is joined by Nadia Kader. Together they discuss the found-footage anthology films V/H/S (2012) and V/H/S 2 (2013). SPOILER ALERT for these films! Mike and Nadia geek out hard on these movies and discuss their favorite and least favorite stories in them. If you like horror movies and fun cultural ...
2hr 8m Oct 30, 2019
2hr 8m
103: Halloween 2019, Act III: The Scream Movies
Halloween keeps trucking here at PCMC. It's Halloween 2019, Act III and today Mike is joined by Anthony Bongiorno. Together the guys go on a DEEP dive of the Scream franchise. If you're a fan of the Scream movies, this episode is for you! Obviously SPOILER ALERT for all four Scream movies. Share with your Screamhead friends! Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instgram. 
2hr 12m Oct 23, 2019
2hr 12m
102: Halloween 2019, Act II: Candy & The Munsters
Halloween continues on PCMC! On today's show Mike is joined by Frightful Vin Forte. The guys sit down to discuss Halloween candy, seasonal junk-food, and the classic sitcom "The Munsters." This episode is chuck full of spooky goodness for you to enjoy! If you like what you hear SHARE with your zombie friends. Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram. 
1hr 29m Oct 16, 2019
1hr 29m
101: Halloween 2019, Act I: Haunted Mansion & Treehouse of Horror
It's spooky time! This is the first of four Halloween Specials this year! On today's show Mike is joined by Janine and Bill Gagliardi to discuss The Haunted Mansion (Disney Attraction) and The Simpson's Treehouse of Horror. Two perfect topics for this most wonderful time of year!  If you like what you hear subscribe and share with all your ghost friends. Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagr...
1hr 31m Oct 09, 2019
1hr 31m
100: The 100th Episode
Wow, 100 episodes... Everyone here at PCMC would like to thank you, the listeners, for coming along with us on this ride. On today's episode Mike and Emilio sit down to talk about life, loss, love, and the road ahead. There isn't a lot of pop culture in this episode, just two men shooting the shit and being real. If you haven't already please Subscribe to PCMC anywhere podcasts are available. F...
1hr 31m Oct 02, 2019
1hr 31m
99: Godmother Humor
On today's show host Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by Janine Gagliardi. The two discuss pop culture news, dish over three new movie and TV trailers, and confess their latest pop culture obsessions. This episode is full of laughs, and nerdy goodness! Mike and Janine hit on topics such as: Disney, the Zoo, Irish Car-Bombs, the Princess Bride, RIP Moviepass, the Founder, Batman: Long Hallowe...
1hr 53m Sep 25, 2019
1hr 53m
98: Crazy for Swayze
On today's episode Mike and Emilio sit down to talk about the life and work of the man, the myth, the legend - Patrick "Buddy" Swayze. What are Mike and Emilio's favorite Swayze movies? Why was Swayze so iconic? Should Emilio try skydiving? These are the important questions that are tackled on today's episode. Plus so much more! If you like the show please Subscribe anywhere you get podcasts. F...
43m Sep 18, 2019
43m
97: Foot Action
On today's show Mike Bongiorno is joined by Emilio Sparks. Mike has a new tattoo and Emilio guesses what it is- Suspense! The guys discuss news, new movie trailers, and confess their latest pop culture obsessions. SPOILER ALERT for Hulu's The Amazing Jonathan Documentary and for This Is Us season 3. Also on today's show: Hasbro, Hall and Oates, the Crow, Merrily We Roll Along, Birds or Prey, Br...
1hr 44m Sep 11, 2019
1hr 44m
96: Underrated Sequels
On today's show Mike is joined once again by Anthony, and together they list off their picks for the most underrated movie sequels.  If you like the show Subscribe and Share. Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram.
1hr 12m Sep 04, 2019
1hr 12m
95: Revved Up Like a Douche
On today's show Mike Bongiorno and Anthony Bongiorno retire to the study to wax all things pop culture. Together they review the trailers for Bombshell, Dolomite is My Name, and Last Christmas. The guys also discuss the latest pop culture news, and confess their current media obsessions. Also on today's show: Matrix 4, Sony's Spider-Man issue, Bethenny Frankel leaving the Housewives, Don Willia...
1hr 40m Aug 28, 2019
1hr 40m
94: Stuff That Scared Us As Kids
Remember when you were a kid and you would get scared by random stuff? Maybe it was the Wicked Witch of the West, or maybe it was Santa Clause? On today's show Mike Bongiorno is joined again by Vin Forte, and the guys discuss stuff that scared them when they were little kids.  SPOILER ALERT for Twin Peaks: the Return. Subscribe to the show anywhere podcasts are available. Follow @popculturemanc...
44m Aug 21, 2019
44m
93: The Turtle Club
On today's show host Mike Bongiorno is joined once about by Vin Forte. The guys go over pop culture news, review new trailers, and confess their current obsessions. SPOILER ALERT - for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood - Mike and Vin do a deep dive on the new film from Quentin Tarantino and they discuss EVERYTHING in the movie. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. Also in this episode: American Crime Story, Home ...
1hr 53m Aug 14, 2019
1hr 53m
92: The Goldbergs
On today's show Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by Emilio Sparks. The guys discuss the ABC sitcom "The Goldbergs." They talk favorite characters, favorite running jokes, highs, and lows. If you've seen The Goldbergs you'll love this episode, if you haven't it will inspire you to check it out. If you like the show Subscribe, Rate, and Review it everywhere podcasts are available. Follow @popc...
31m Aug 07, 2019
31m
91: SDCC 2019 Roundup
Mike and Janine go over all the news from San Diego Comic Con: Star Wars, Cats, Harley Quinn, Marvel Phase 4, Halloween Trilogy, Jay and Silent Bob Reboot, Supergirl, Rick and Morty, The Witcher, Terminator, Creep Show, Watchmen, Batwoman, Dark Crystal, and "It 2." This episode debuts the all-new PCMC theme composed by Bill Gagliardi. Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram. #pcmcpod
1hr 11m Jul 31, 2019
1hr 11m
90: Whodunnit?
On today's episode host Mike Bongiorno is joined by Emilio Sparks. Together the guys discuss pop culture news, review new movie trailers, and confess their current pop culture obsessions. Also on today's show Mike gets deep discussing his spiritual  journey, Emilio explains his dislike for  Elizabeth Banks, and the guys write and cast their own version of the Barbie movie. Also today: Spider-ma...
2hr Jul 24, 2019
2hr
89: Pop Culture Crushes
Remember when you were a kid and had a huge crush on that movie star? Or that pop singer? Or TV star? Today's episode is all about that obsessive love you harbored for your media dreamboat. Host Mike Bongiorno is joined by Janine Gagliardi and together they dish on all the crushes they had (and have) on media figures. If you like the show subscribe and share with your friends. Follow @popcultur...
49m Jul 17, 2019
49m
88: Frankenberry's Monster
On today's episode Mike is joined once again by Janine Gagliardi. Together they gab about what's new in the world of pop culture, review new movie and TV trailers, and confess their current media obsessions. Topics on this episode include: Ghostbusters, Little Mermaid, Disney remakes, One Day at a Time, Jumanji, Wild Thornberrys, Muppets, Wizards Unite, God of War, Charlie's Angels, and much mu...
2hr 5m Jul 10, 2019
2hr 5m
87: Happy Endings (the TV Show)
Happy Endings (the TV Show) On today's show host Mike Bongiorno is joined by Anthony Bongiorno, together they talk about the long defunct sitcom Happy Endings. The guys discuss what it was, what made it great, and why it was cancelled. Then the discussion gets more in depth on the topic of sitcoms both past and present. If you like the show SUBSCRIBE and SHARE with your friends. Follow @popcult...
41m Jul 03, 2019
41m
86: Sid's Garbage Dog
On today's show host Mike Bongiorno is joined by his brother Anthony Bongiorno. The guys get into all the current pop culture news, review new movie trailers, and reveal their latest obsessions. Topics in today's show include: Magic the Gathering, Millie Bobby Brown, Spice Girls, Daria, Amazing Jonathan, Frozen 2, Toy Story 4, The Shinning, and the movie Late Night.  If you like what you hear S...
1hr 36m Jun 26, 2019
1hr 36m
85: Great Talk Show Interviews
On today's show host Mike Bongiorno is joined by Vin Forte. Vin and Mike talk about their all time favorite talk show interviews. The conversation jumps from David Letterman to Howard Stern to Larry King, and everyone in between. If you like what you hear SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram.
59m Jun 19, 2019
59m
84: Harry Potter Road Trip!
On today's show Mike is joined by Jennifer Grace Litrell (friend and Potterhead) as the two drive to New Jersey to see Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix with a live orchestra. On the way Mike and Jen discuss all things Potter! WARNING: the sound of this episode isn't perfect. Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram. Follow Jenn @misspetiteprincess on Instagram.
40m Jun 12, 2019
40m
83: Captain Rebecca Hook
On today's show host Mike Bongiorno is joined, once again, by Vin Forte. Mike and Vin talk about the latest in pop culture news, what they're watching and reading right now, then finish with a  confession their current obsessions. They also dissect the new trailers for: "Terminator: Dark Fate,"  "Picard," and "Crawl." Also on this episode: Galaxy's Edge, Live All in the Family, Aladdin, Guy Fie...
1hr 38m Jun 05, 2019
1hr 38m
82: Top 5 Superhero Movies
On today's show host Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by Emilio Sparks. Together the guys count down their top five superhero movies. Some of their choices will be obvious but others will provoke some controversy. Hear the guys explain their picks and argue over the merits of these films. Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram. #PCMCpod
48m May 29, 2019
48m
81: You Can't Start a Fire Without Emilio Sparks
On today's show Mike is joined by Emilio Sparks. The guys discuss what's new in media, review current movie and TV trailers, and confess their latest pop culture obsessions. The guys get into a SPOILER HEAVY discussion on Avengers: Endgame so if you haven't seen the film this is your warning. Also on today's show: Sonic, Mike's beard, Annie Get Your Gun, Sigourney Weaver, Eleanor and Park, Spri...
1hr 42m May 22, 2019
1hr 42m
80: Love, Death + Robots Vol. 1
On today's show Mike Bongiorno and Janine Gagliardi sit down to discuss the new Netflix series "Love, Death + Robots." MAJOR SPOILERS for every episode of the series! Mike and Janine get deep into the show by discussing narrative, animation style, and critical theories for each episode. They also talk about which episodes they loved and which they hated. SUBSCRIBE and SHARE! Follow @popcultur...
1hr 16m May 15, 2019
1hr 16m
79: Scam Likely
On today's show Mike is joined once again by Janine Gagliardi. Together they discuss whats happening in entertainment, review some new movie trailers, and confess their current obsessions. Mike and Janine review the traliers for: Gemini Man, Child's Play, and Unplanned. This episode contains SPOILERS for the first two episodes of Game of Thrones' Final Season AND SPOILERS for Beetlejuice The Mu...
2hr 5m May 08, 2019
2hr 5m
78: The Case for Hawkeye
On today's show Mike is joined by guest Melissa Licciardello. Melissa is a singer, a musician, and most interestingly, a huge fan of Marvel's Hawkeye. Melissa explains to Mike why Hawkeye is a great character and how the Marvel Cinematic Universe has misused and underapriciated him. This podcast was recorded BEFORE the release of Avengers: Endgame. Any SPOILERS in this show are completely coin...
58m May 01, 2019
58m
77: Real Housewives of Twilight Zone 2019
On today's show host Mike Bongiorno is joined, once again, by Anthony Bongiorno. Together they discuss current pop culture news, review the newest movie and TV trailers, and confess their latest obsessions. This episode also features a lengthy SPOILER-laden review of episode 1 of the new Twilight Zone. Also today: Anthony teaches Mike about the Real Housewives, Cats (now and forever), Bill Murr...
1hr 45m Apr 24, 2019
1hr 45m
76: Star Wars IX Trailer Chat!
The day has come! The teaser trailer for Star Wars IX is out and host Mike Bongiorno can't contain his excitement as he chats with today's guest Anthony Bongiorno (from the Return to Oz episode). Mike and Anthony breakdown the trailer, discuss their theories about the film, and speculate on how the series will end. Also on this episode: Dash Rendar, The Last Jedi, Carrie Fisher's jewelery, Rey'...
42m Apr 17, 2019
42m
75: No One Takes Potshots at Lubic
On today's episode Mike Bongiorno is joined by Emilio Sparks. Together the guys discuss all the current pop culture buzz. As well as review trailers for the upcoming movies, "Ma," "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood," and "Unicorn Store." Also on this episode: James Gun, Fox 2000, Alien, Jordan Peele's Us, Captain Marvel, Rob Thomas, the Goldbergs, One Day at a Time, James Tolkan, and the great Geor...
1hr 40m Apr 10, 2019
1hr 40m
74: Separating Art from Artist
On today's show Mike Bongiorno is joined by Emilio Sparks, together they address the questions: Can we seperate the art from the artist? SHOULD we seperate the art from the artist? Can we still listen to Michael Jackson? Can we still watch Kathy Griffin's comedy? Should we still respect Picasso? Should we "cancel" people? All this AND dumb poop jokes, listen in! If you like the show please Sub...
43m Apr 03, 2019
43m
73: Concrete Jungle Where Dreams are Made of?
On today's episode of PCMC host Mike Bongiorno is once again joined by Vin Forte. Mike and Vin talk about "review bombing," R. Kelly memes, the new Zelda game, falling asleep with the TV on, "Abducted in Plain Sight," and their once passionate love for Kevin Smith. Also today the guys review the hot new movie and TV trailers, and share their current obsessions. If you like what you hear please...
1hr 42m Mar 27, 2019
1hr 42m
72: Underrated 80s and 90s Cartoons
On today's show Mike is joined by Vin Forte. The guys sit down to discuss the forgotten and underrated cartoons of the 80s and 90s. Get yourselves a big bowl of cereal and curl up on the couch with this episode that's sure to make you feel like a kid again. Please Rate, Review, and Subscribe. Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram.
42m Mar 20, 2019
42m
71: Into the Sheldon-Verse
On today's show host Mike Bongiorno is joined by Janine Gagliardi, together they talk entertainment current events, review the newest trailers, and confess their current pop culture obsessions. Also today: an in-depth conversation on 30 Rock, para-social relationships, Thomas Kinkade (the painter of light), Hulk Hogan's sex-tape, Alita Battle Angel, and when to show your children Star Wars. SU...
1hr 57m Mar 13, 2019
1hr 57m
70: How to Fix the Oscars
On today's show Mike is joined by friend and past-guest Michael Fischetti. Together they try to figure out how to fix the Oscars. How to make the show more entertaining, and how to make the awards more fair and inclusive. Also: the guys digress into animation talk and chatter about Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney World. SUBSCRIBE and SHARE Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram.
1hr 9m Mar 06, 2019
1hr 9m
69: Mouse Ice-Cream & Tetris
On today's full length episode host Mike Bongiorno is joined by Emilio Sparks to discuss all the pop culture goings-on. Mike explains the importance of Anne Hathaway to Emilio, Emilio talks about the book "The Oxygen Theif," and together the guys reminise on Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. Also in todays episode: Mickey Icecream, Abducted in Plain Sight, Toy Fair New York, Tetris, Shaft, Howard...
1hr 29m Feb 27, 2019
1hr 29m
68: "Big Game" 2019 TV and Movie Trailers
On today's show Mike is joined by Emilio Sparks, and together the guys review all the new movie and TV trailers that aired during the "Big Game." Mike and Emilio discuss: Toy Story 4, Hobbs & Shaw, the Twilight Zone, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, Captain Marvel, and Avengers: End Game. Like, Share, and Subsribe. Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram.
39m Feb 20, 2019
39m
67: Future Man (TV Series)
On today's show Mike is joined by Nadia Kader to discuss the highly underrated Hulu series "Future Man." These two sci-fi nerds will explain why you need to stop sleeping on Future Man and watch it now! LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram.
34m Feb 13, 2019
34m