265: What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962)
On todays all new episode of PCMC Mike and Jen discuss the camp-classic "What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?" As well as the 2017 Ryan Murphy series "Feud." Baby Jane is a weird and wild movie that drips with camp and satire, mostly due to the performances of its two stars. And the behind the scenes drama between those stars, Bette David and Joan Crawford, is the stuff of Hollywood legend. If you'...
1hr 4m Nov 23, 2022
1hr 4m
264: Boy Meets World (1993)
On today's brand new episode of PCMC Mike is joined by the lovely JGL (Jen) and new friend of the show Nick. Jen and Nick are huge fans of seminal 90's sitcom Boy Meets World and are here to school Mike on the subject. If this TGIF classic was your jam growing up this is the pod for you! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Find Pop Culture Man Children on Facebook and Youtube.
1hr 17m Nov 16, 2022
1hr 17m
263: Ghostbusters: Answer the Call (2016)
On today's episode Mike and Anthony sit down to discuss the controversial 2016 Ghostbusters reboot. Why do people hate it? How does it play six years later? And how does it compare to the recent "Ghostbusters: Afterlife?" Follow @PCMCpod on twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Find Pop Culture Man Children on Facebook and Youtube.
1hr 2m Nov 09, 2022
1hr 2m
262: Perfect Blue (1997)
On todays all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined by, friend of the show, Nadia Kader. Mike and Nadia discuss the 1997 anime classic Perfect Blue. If you're an anime/ animation fan this is the episode for you. Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Find Pop Culture Man Children on Facebook and Youtube.
57m Nov 02, 2022
57m
261: Halloween 2022 - Hocus Pocus (1 and 2)
It's just a bunch of Hocus Pocus! On todays final Halloween 2022 episode Mike and Jen take a deep dive into the Halloween classic Hocus Pocus (1993). The two also talk about the new movie Hocus Pocus 2 (2022) and discuss both its merits and faults. So get out the candy-corn and relax with todays last Halloween 2022 episode. Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Find Pop Culture Ma...
1hr 48m Oct 26, 2022
1hr 48m
260: Halloween 2022 - In Search of Darkness III w/ David Weiner
It's a Monday Halloween 2022 Bonus episode! On today's show Mike sits down with documentarian David Weiner to discuss the third and final entry in the "In Search of Darkness" Trilogy. David is a spooky guy and a returning guest and always has interesting insights on movies and pop culture. Come back Wednesday for our 5th and final Halloween 2022 episode! To find out more about In Search of Dar...
42m Oct 24, 2022
42m
259: Halloween 2022 - The Craft (1996) & Practical Magic (1998)
Halloween 2022 keeps rolling along! On today's episode Janine and Anthony stop by to discuss two seminal Witch movies from the 1990s. The Craft and Practical Magic. Together the gang compares the two films which leads into a larger conversation on dissecting the concept of "witches" in pop culture and media. Come back next week for more spooky fun! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, TikTok, and Insta...
1hr 40m Oct 19, 2022
1hr 40m
258: Halloween 2022 - Roald Dahl's The Witches
Happy Halloween! It's the most wonderful spooky time of the year! This year all October long we are discussing Witches! On today's episode Mike is joined by Janine and together they discuss Roald Dahl's The Witches! The original book and both movie adaptations. It's a timeless tale of snakes, magic potions, and Grandmas! Come back next week for more Witchy goodness! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter,...
2hr 5m Oct 12, 2022
2hr 5m
257: Halloween 2022 - House (1977)
Happy Halloween! It's the most wonderful spooky time of the year! This year all October long we are discussing Witches! Today's episode is about the 1977 Japanese horror-comedy "House." This movie features a teenage-girl-eating witch and a spooky old house. Today's guest is Nadia Kader. Come back all month for more Witchy fun! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Find Pop Culture...
1hr 16m Oct 05, 2022
1hr 16m
256: Alice (1988)
How is a raven like a writing desk? On today's episode of PCMC Mike sits down with Nadia to discuss the surrealist Czech 2988 classic; Alice. This is a version of Alice in Wonderland made by stop-motion-animation filmmaking legend Jan Svankmajer. Most people know this movie as the "taxidermy Alice in Wonderland." Mike and Nadia discuss the film weird and dreamlike imagery and compare it to othe...
1hr 5m Sep 28, 2022
1hr 5m
255: Brigsby Bear (2017)
On today's episode Mike takes a deep-dive on the overlooked 2017 comedy/drama Brigsby Bear. The film was conceived by and stars Kyle Mooney and has a lot to say about pop culture and how we use it to construct our identities. This episode continues a conversation that began in episode 247: Saturday Morning All Star Hits (also by Kyle Mooney). If you like the show share it with your nerdiest fri...
52m Sep 21, 2022
52m
254: Sneezy Erasure & Tingle-Aversion
It's a fully! On todays all new big fat fully episode of PCMC, Mike and Janine talk about the trailers to: Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey / Wednesday / Confess,Fletch / and The Little Mermaid. Mike and Janine talk about the current media they're "chilling with" as well as their current obsessions. Settle in for a fun one folks! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Find Pop Cult...
1hr 30m Sep 14, 2022
1hr 30m
253: Public-Access TV
On today's episode Mike and Vin sit down to discuss the bygone era of "public-access TV." It was a time before TikTik, and Youtube. A lawless time when anyone with a dream and some free time could get ANYTHING they wanted on cable TV. Gather around as the guys spin a yarn about the days when TV was king! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram. Find Pop Culture Man Children on Facebo...
53m Sep 07, 2022
53m
252: Star Trek: The Original Series
On today's episode of PCMC Mike sits down with known Trekkie, Vin Forte, to discuss the original 1966 series; Star Trek . Vin is a long time fan of the show and Mike has just watched it for the first time. The guys will list their pics for best episode, worst episode, dumbest episode, and most overrated episode. And Mike will share what unexpected things surprised him about the classic series. ...
1hr Aug 31, 2022
1hr
251: He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (2021)
On today's episode Mike is joined again by Peter Marsh, as they continue their mediation on He-Man that started in the last episode. The topic today is the OTHER Netflix motu show "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe." This show is aimed at a younger audience, and is made with 3D cgi animation. Mike and Peter discuss what they like about the show, and how it fits into the motu franchise. The...
59m Aug 24, 2022
59m
250: Masters of the Universe: Revelation (2021)
On today's show Mike calls down the power of Grayskull to chat with friend of the show Peter Marsh (Comic Books Transformed / The Lasser Cast). Mike and Peter discuss the Kevin Smith produced Netflix series "Masters of the Universe: Revelation." The guys talk about their own motu fandom, their love of the original motu movie, and their positive feelings about the future of the franchise. Also c...
57m Aug 17, 2022
57m
249: Applebee's
On todays delicious episode of PCMC Mike is joined by Anthony and Jen to discuss the international casual dinning phenomenon that is Appleebee's. Mike goes over the restaurants history, Jen talks about her "eating-good-in-the-neighborhood" Sweet 16, and Anthony talks about what it was like to work there. Sit back with your app sampler and enjoy this hilarious episode of Pop Culture Man Children...
58m Aug 10, 2022
58m
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 8m Jul 27, 2022
1hr 8m
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 4m Jun 29, 2022
1hr 4m
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 33m Jun 22, 2022
1hr 33m
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 4m May 29, 2022
1hr 4m
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 31m May 11, 2022
1hr 31m
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 7m May 04, 2022
1hr 7m
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 4m Apr 20, 2022
1hr 4m
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...
1hr Mar 09, 2022
1hr
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 12m Jan 19, 2022
1hr 12m
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 54m Jan 12, 2022
1hr 54m
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