248: Nope (2022)
On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike sits down with Anthony to discuss the new movie "Nope." Nope is an exceptional horror/suspense film written and directed by Joran Peele, and starring Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer. The guys talk about the films scariest and most effective moments, as well as analyze the movies signs and symbols to try and interrogate its deeper meanings. Follow @PCMCpod...
57m Aug 03, 2022
57m
247: Saturday Morning All Star Hits! (2021)
On todays all new zuzzy episode of PCMC, Mike sits down with Nadia to talk about the weird and wonderful animated Netflix series "Saturday Morning All Star Hits!" Created by and starring comedian Kyle Mooney, this show is a throw back to the Saturday morning cartoon blocks of the late 80s and early 90s. Mike and Nadia discuss what they love about the show, its amazing animated style, and its ri...
1hr 7m Jul 27, 2022
1hr 7m
246: Beavis and Butt-Head Movies
Hey fart-knockers! On todays new episode of PCMC Mike sits down with Vin to discuss the cinema of Beavis and Butt-Head. They discuss the newest movie "Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe" as well as the 1996 classic "Beavis and Butt-Head Do America." The guys compare the merits of both movies and discuss the larger effect Beavis and Butt-Head have had in pop culture. The conversation also dips...
46m Jul 20, 2022
46m
245: Underrated Sci-Fi Movies
Hey nerds! On today's show Mike sits down with Vin Forte to discuss underrated science-fiction movies. Films of wonder, aliens, stars, and spaceships, that just don't get their due respect! This is an episode for the space cadets! So strap in and have a good time! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
59m Jul 13, 2022
59m
244: Fritz the Cat (1972)
Meow! On today's episode Mike is joined by Nadia Kader to discuss the infamous X-rated animated film Fritz the Cat. Based on a comic by underground artist R. Crumb, and written and directed by animation legend Ralph Bakshi, "Fritz" is an infamous movie worth looking at in 2022. Mike and Nadia break down the films style, its story, as well as investigate its ideology. If you're a fan of animatio...
59m Jul 06, 2022
59m
243: Jurassic World: Dominion (2022)
SPOILER ALERT!!! we discuss all plot points and elements of Jurassic World: Dominion! On today's episode Mike is joined once again by Mike Fischetti (from the Jurassic Park Series, and Ready Player One episodes) to discuss the newest entry into the Jurassic series, Jurassic World: Dominion. Mike and Mike discuss what works in the film and what doesn't work in the film, as well as how it fits i...
1hr 3m Jun 29, 2022
1hr 3m
242: Love, Death + Robots Vol. 3 Part 2
Welcome back robots! Today is part 2 of our two part coverage of Love, Death + Robots Vol. 3 coverage. In this show we finish our discussion and analysis of vol 3 then move on to our picks for the best of Love,Death+Robots volumes 1-3. Our picks for the best monster, funniest episode, sexiest episode, and so on. Thanks for listening to PCMC! We've here each and EVERY Wednesday with new content ...
1hr 32m Jun 22, 2022
1hr 32m
241: Love, Death + Robots Vol. 3 Part 1
Hello Earthlings! It's time once again for our favorite topic: Love, Death + Robots Vol. 3. Mike and Janine are back to discuss every episode of the newest volume of the incredible Netflix animated series. This is the first in a massive two part episode! This week is part 1, come back next week for part 2 and our picks for the "best of" Love, Death, and Robots Volumes 1-3. Stay tuned! Follow @...
1hr 50m Jun 15, 2022
1hr 50m
240: The Bob's Burgers Movie (2022)
SPOILER WARNING - this episode contains massive spoilers for The Bob's Burgers Movie. On today's show Mike and Jen talk about The Bob's Burgers Movie. This is less of a critical discussion and more of a gushy love-fest for everything that's great about the movie. If you haven't seen it yet be warned that EVERYTHING will be SPOILED. Thanks for listening! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, TikTok, and...
52m Jun 08, 2022
52m
239: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (Pilot)
SPOILER ALERT FOR STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS On today's show Mike and Vin Forte have beamed up together to discuss the new series "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds." Vin is a Trekkie and Mike is a casual trek-fan and together they will review the latest entry in the beloved sci-fi franchise. Also they discuss the current state of Star Trek as a brand, and how contemporary Star Trek compares to...
50m Jun 01, 2022
50m
BONUS: Cuckoo Bananas
Hey kids! Today we have something special for you. This is an episode of Mike's other podcast, Cuckoo Bananas. It's a comedy show about serious mental health topics. Mike and his co-host Kate discuss their own struggles with mental health and how they deal with them. If you like what you hear SUBSCRIBE to Cuckoo Bananas anywhere you get your pods. PCMC will be back Wednesday with a regular epis...
1hr 3m May 29, 2022
1hr 3m
238: Kids in the Hall: Brain Candy (1996)
On today’s show Mike and Vin sit down to discuss the 1996 dark comedy “Brain Candy.” The one and only film by the groundbreaking comedy troupe The Kids in the Hall. Vin talks about convincing his childhood friend to see it with him and Mike recalls feeling “cool” because he liked the Kids. Together Vin and Mike talk about the Kid’s TV show, the new reboot, and what their place is in the history...
50m May 25, 2022
50m
237: Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II (1987)
On today’s show Mike is joined by friend of the pod, Nadia Kader. Together they discuss the cult horror film “Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II.” If you’ve never seen the film go watch it! But even if you haven’t seen it, this episode of PCMC will entertain and enlighten. Mary Lou is an icon and everyone needs her in their lives!  Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Find Pop Cultur...
1hr 17m May 18, 2022
1hr 17m
236: On the Rat Road
"We're on the rat road with sand in our shoes"... On today's all new full episode of PCMC Mike and Janine get together to gab about new movie trailers. Then in the "Chill Session" they discuss the media they're currently consuming, followed by "Obsessions" wherein they confess  what is currently captivating their nerdy minds. Topics covered today: Lightyear, the Easter Bunny, Thor:Love and Thun...
1hr 30m May 11, 2022
1hr 30m
235: Pros & Cons of Canon
On today’s episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Janine and together they discuss and ins and outs of pop culture canon. What is canon? Why is canon so important now? What is gained by a strict canon? What is better about a loose canon? What is head-canon? And so on. The main texts on discussion are: The MCU, DC, Star Wars, He-Man, The Wizarding World, and Game of Thrones. Follow @PCM...
1hr 6m May 04, 2022
1hr 6m
234: Put Us in Your Top-8 Babygirl!
On todays full episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony Bongiorno. On today’s show the guys discuss new movie trailers, talk about what they’re watching and reading, and confess their current pop culture obsessions. Topics today include: Oscars 2022, Scream 6, Marcel the Shell, the Bob’s Burgers Movie, Abbott Elementary, The Dropout, Death on the Nile, The Paris Apartment, and muc...
1hr 12m Apr 27, 2022
1hr 12m
233: Our Fav Pop Culture Versions of NYC
Ehhh I’m walkin’ here! On todays episode Mike and Anthony list their top ten favorite versions of New York City in media. The beautiful, the fascinating, and the scary depictions of NYC that saturate our pop culture landscape.  Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram.
1hr 3m Apr 20, 2022
1hr 3m
232: Turning Red (2022)
On today's episode Mike and Jen discuss the all new Pixar movie "Turning Red." Jen is absolutely obsessed with it and wants you to know why it is amazing! Mike loves it too and refutes some of the criticism the film is taking online.  Together Jen and Mike talk about the film, its interesting behind-the-scenes production, the future of Pixar, life in the early 2000s, and the current state of Di...
59m Apr 13, 2022
59m
231: Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993)
Hey! On today's show Mike and Janine discuss the 1993 theatrical animated film "Batman: Mask of the Phantasm." The duo talk about what makes the movie great and how it ranks amongst the other Batman movies. Mike tells Janine how it compares to "The Batman" (2022), while Janine explains how it may be possible to do a movie about Robin. So put on your rubber suit, smear on some eye shadow, and li...
1hr 7m Apr 06, 2022
1hr 7m
230: Talkin' Patinkin
SPOILER ALERT for: Book of Boba Fett, PEN15, and The Batman. On today’s episode Mike and Janine discuss the new Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ trailer as well as their final feelings on The Book of Boba Fett. Mike fills Janine in on the new Batman movie, while Janine talks about the final season of PEN15. The show ends with Mike and Janine confessing their current pop culture obsessions. Follow @PCMC...
1hr 31m Mar 30, 2022
1hr 31m
229: City Folk & Rock Star Ghosts
Hey gang, it’s an all new full length episode of PCMC! That means this episode covers entertainment news, new movie trailers, and our current pop culture obsessions! Today Vin Forte is back to discuss topics like: Star Trek 4, the new Blue’s Clues movie, Rescue Rangers, Taco Bell, Chuck Klosterman, Ain’t It Cool News, classic Letterman, and much, much more! Follow PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram...
1hr 13m Mar 23, 2022
1hr 13m
228: In Search of Tomorrow w/ David Weiner
Welcome Earthlings! On today's show Mike is joined, once again, by filmmaker David Weiner. David stopped by to discuss his newest documentary "In Search of Tomorrow." A five hour long super-doc that looks at science-fiction movies of the 1980s. Mike and David discuss topics such as; visual effects, Star Wars, Star Trek, and David tells Mike about interviewing the late/great Ivan Reitman.  For ...
51m Mar 16, 2022
51m
227: Cable Movie Classics
Hey! Back in the 1990s Cable TV was all the rage! Basic cable (TNT, TBS, etc.), and premium cable (HBO, Showtime, etc.) were great resources to find new (usually bad) movies you had never seen before. In this episode Mike and Vin discuss the cable movie classics of a begone era. Take notes kids, this one is informative! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Find Pop Culture Man Ch...
59m Mar 09, 2022
59m
226: McDonald's & The Founder (2016)
On today’s show Mike is joined by artist and first time guest, Jaimee Wieber. Mike and Jaimee both grew up in the soft glow of the Golden Arches and have a lot to say about American’s finest fast food chain. Also in discussion today is the movie The Founder (2016). The film is a semi-true biopic that tells the story of Ray Kroc the “founder” of McDonalds. So grab your nuggies and settle in for ...
53m Mar 02, 2022
53m
225: And Just Like That...(2021)
On today’s show Mike is joined by Jen, Anthony, and Janine to discuss the new Sex and the City reboot limited series; “And Just Like That...” Together the roundtable tackles all the important topics such as; Big's peloton, Miranda’s hair, Che Diaz, Kim Cattrall, comedy concerts, and much more! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Find Pop Culture Man Children on Facebook and You...
1hr 17m Feb 23, 2022
1hr 17m
224: Our Fav Romcoms
Happy Valentine's Day! On today's show it's an all star holiday event! Mike is joined by Janine, and Anthony to discuss their favorite romantic comedies. Get some chocolate and settle in for a super fun episode. Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Find Pop Culture Man Children on Facebook and Youtube.
1hr 17m Feb 16, 2022
1hr 17m
223: Gilmore Girls Season 6
Mike and Jen are back in Stars Hollow once again! On today's show the topic is Gilmore Girls Season 6. Mike is new to the show and Jen is a long time GG fan. Together they discuss all the ups and downs of the sixth season of the classic TV show.  Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Find us on Facebook and Youtube.
57m Feb 09, 2022
57m
222: Our Fav Disney Songs
On today's episode Mike and Jen list their favorite "Disney" songs. The rules are simple; this list includes anything that can remotely be called "Disney:" songs from animated films, Saturday morning cartoons songs, songs from DCOMs, songs from Disney Parks, everything counts! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Find us on Youtube and Facebook.
53m Feb 02, 2022
53m
221: Scream (2022)
On today's episode of PCMC Mike and Anthony return to Woodsboro and the world of Scream with the newest film in the franchise, cleverly titled... "Scream." Anthony and Mike are life long scream-heads and this was recorded directly after seeing the new film. Be sure to go back on the feed and check out our episode on the first four Scream movies.  If you like what you hear please subscribe and l...
1hr 3m Jan 26, 2022
1hr 3m
220: The Animatrix (2003)
Greetings! Mike and Janine are back at it again talking about the world of The Matrix. This time discussing the 2003 animated anthology The Animatrix. They analyze each short film breaking down its story and art style. This episode also contains some more conversation about The Matrix Resurrections, continuing the conversation from last week's show. Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and T...
1hr 11m Jan 19, 2022
1hr 11m
219: The Matrix Series
On today's show Mike and Janine discuss all four Matrix movies. They talk about the good, the bad, and argue over whether Matrix Resurrections is a  good final installment. Come back next week for more Matrix content. Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Look for us on Youtube and Facebook.
1hr 53m Jan 12, 2022
1hr 53m
218: Underrated '90s Comedies
Hello! Welcome to another year of PCMC goodness. On today’s show Mike and Anthony discuss comedy movies from the 1990s that just don’t get the respect they deserve. If you like what you hear please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE with your friends! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. 
47m Jan 05, 2022
47m
217: Twilight Zone: "It's a Good Life" & "It's Still a Good Life"
It’s New Years time and you know what that means… PCMC returns to the Twilight Zone! On today’s episode Mike and Vin discuss the classic TZ story “It’s a Good Life” and all of its remakes and sequels throughout the history of the many Twilight Zone reboots. This is the story of a little boy with unlimited power and it’s been told and retold time after time. Happy New Year! Follow @PCMCpod on T...
1hr 1m Dec 29, 2021
1hr 1m
216: Holiday Special 2021: The Grinch
Happy Holidays! Welcome to another PCMC Holiday Special! On today’s episode the gang discusses the many iterations of The Grinch. Janine analyzes the 2018 version starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Jen talks about her love of the year 2000 Jim Carrey version, and Anthony Bongiorno digs into the classic 1966 animated special. Mike and his guests talk all about how the Grinch story changes over time ...
1hr 31m Dec 22, 2021
1hr 31m
215: Best Entry Points for Popular TV Shows
Hi gang! On todays episode Mike and Janine discuss their picks for the best episodes to watch if you are trying to get into some famous TV shows you missed over the years. Also they discuss what makes a great entry episode and why that is different from a “best” episode.  Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
1hr 8m Dec 15, 2021
1hr 8m
214: Our Dream Sequels & Cinematic Universes
On today’s show Mike is joined by Bill and together the guys talk about their dream ideas for sequels, spinoffs, and cinematic universes. Have you ever dreamed of a sequel to a favorite movie that never happened? Or of a series of films based on your favorite fiction characters? This is the episode for you! Follow @PCMC on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
1hr 8m Dec 08, 2021
1hr 8m
213: Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021)
SPOILER ALERT! On today’s show Mike is on his own! Ghostbusters is very personal to him and he had to go this one alone. In this episode Mike shares his reactions to AfterLife, what he loves about the film, what he doesn’t love about the film, and he reacts to common criticisms of the film. This is a fun deep dive on Ghostbusters: Afterlife, so strap on your proton-pack and dig in! Follow @PC...
47m Dec 01, 2021
47m
212: Winnie the Pooh: New Musical w/ Kirsty Moon
Oh bother. On today’s show Mike chats with actor and puppeteer Kirsty Moon about her new show; Winnie the Pooh: The New Musical Stage Adaptation. Kirsty plays both Pilget and Roo in the show and she is fantastic! Mike and Kirsty also talk about plushies, puppeteering, Jim Henson, making audiences cry, and much, much more! To get tickets to the show visit winniethepoohshow.com Follow @PCMC on ...
51m Nov 24, 2021
51m
211: Jodorowsky's Dune (2013)
Fear is the mind killer! On today’s episode Mike is joined once again by Peter Marsh. The topic is the 2013 documentary Jodorowsky’s Dune. The doc tells the tale of a Dune movie that was too insane to ever be produced. This episode also looks at David Lynch’s Dune and the new 2021 version that was recently released. This is a fun listen whether you’re a fan of Dune or not, because as you’ll hea...
50m Nov 17, 2021
50m
210: Fixing Disney World
On today’s all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined once again, by Mike Fischetti. Mike and Mike sit down and get (semi)serious about how to fix Walt Disney World. What would they change? What would they add? What would they subtract? This is a great episode if you’re a Dis-nerd or just a nerd in general. If you like this episode please subscribe and share with your closest nerd friends. Follow ...
1hr 1m Nov 10, 2021
1hr 1m
209: Windows 95
Start me up! On today's all new episode, Mike sits down with Vin Forte to discuss the OS that changed the world: Windows 95! The conversation also veers into topics such as; CD ROM , AOL, Friends, and other 90s stuff. This one is super nerdy so strap in! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
50m Nov 03, 2021
50m
PREVIEW - Rob Zombie's Halloween Movies on The Lasser Cast
Hey boys and ghouls, recently Mike was a guest on The Lasser Cast Youtube channel. Mike sat down with Peter Marsh (from our Power Rangers episodes) to discuss the two Rob Zombie Halloween movies. Here’s a small preview of that chat - for the whole video visit The Lasser Cast on YouTube. Happy Halloween! Lasser Cast: https://g.co/kgs/QtHCpt
7m Oct 29, 2021
7m
208: Halloween 2021, Act IV: Goosebumps Welcome to Dead House
Hey spooky people! It's the fourth and final episode of Halloween 2021! On today's show Mike and Anthony discuss Goosebumps book 1 "Welcome to Dead House." Anthony was an OG Goosebumps fan and Mike is new to the series. The guys talk R.L. Stine, his dubious writing style, and the parts of the book that creeped them out. Thanks for being with us all Halloween long. Like and Subscribe and Share w...
57m Oct 27, 2021
57m
207: Halloween 2021, Act III: Horror Hall of Fame (1990 - 1992)
More Halloween 2021! On todays show Mike is joined by Bill Gagliardi to discuss the little remembered "Horror Hall of Fame." A cable TV broadcast program that aired for three years before going defunct. The '90s was weird and wild time for Horror and TV! Come back next week for the final installment of Halloween 2021! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
1hr 9m Oct 20, 2021
1hr 9m
206: In Search of Darkness w/ Director David Weiner - Halloween 2021, Act II
Halloween continues! On today’s show Mike chats with David A. Weiner, the director of the incredible documentaries “In Search of Darkness: A Journey Into Iconic ‘80s Horror” and “In Search of Darkness 2,” as well as the upcoming “In Search of Tomorrow.” Mike and David discuss everything from Video Stores, to’ 80s culture, to the current state of horror, and much, much more!  Contribute to, and...
52m Oct 13, 2021
52m
205: Halloween 2021, Act I: Best Jump Scares
Happy Halloween! It’s the best time of the year and we’re back for our annual month long celebration! This year we kick things off with Mike and Janine’s list of Best Jump Scares in Pop Culture. Turn down the lights and get out your pumpkin lattes because Halloween 2021 has begun! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
1hr 18m Oct 06, 2021
1hr 18m
204: Best & Worst Mario Games
Hey paisanos! On today’s show Mike and Vin sit down to discuss the best and worst of the Super Mario game series. In this convo the guys get into the finer points of the video games that changed pop culture forever and the ones that are better left forgotten. This episode is dedicated to the memory of our friend Andrew DiLorenzo. Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.
1hr 8m Sep 29, 2021
1hr 8m
203: Banksy: Genius or Vandal Exhibition
SPOILER ALERT for the art on display at Banksy: Genius or Vandal On today’s show Mike and Jen discuss their recent trip to the hot new art exhibit “Banksy: Genius or Vandal.” They give a run down of what the exhibit has in offer and what it’s laking. As well as whether the show met their expectations. Get your heart-balloon and strap in for a new episode of PCMC! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, I...
47m Sep 22, 2021
47m
202: Bravo
On today’s episode Mike sits down with Anthony Bongiorno to dish about the basic-cable-network and mega-media-brand Bravo. In this show the guys get into Bravo’s origins, the unjust treatment of comedian Kathy Griffin, and most of all, the Real Housewives franchise. This is a fun one! Follow @PCMCpod on twitter, instagram, and TikTok.
59m Sep 15, 2021
59m
201: Final Girl Support Group (2021)
SPOILER ALERT - for novel The Final Girl Support Group. On today’s show Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony Bongiorno. In this episode the guys discuss The Final Girl Support Group (2021) a new novel by author Grady Hendrix. Mike and Anthony have discussed Hendrix on the show before and are super excited to dig into his newest book! The guys also discuss the “final girl” theory, a film theo...
1hr 7m Sep 08, 2021
1hr 7m