Pop Culture Man Children

Welcome to pcmc! Your one-stop-shop for fandom talk and pop culture ephemera. On today's full episode, Mike is joined by dear friend of the show, Bill Gagliardi. Mike and Bill talk about the trailers for The Odyssey (2026), Avengers Doomsday (2026), Supergirl (2026), and Madden (2026). The guys also discuss what they're "chilling with" (reading, watching, playing) and confess their current pop culture obsessions. Topics in today's show include: Truffle chips, The Muppet Show, Mario Kart World, Are You Afraid of the Dark?, This is Spinal Tap, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, staying healthy in your 40s, AI generated art, and much, much...

Happy New Year! It's 2026 and this year has got to be better, right?....right? On today's show, Mike and Janine look forward to the pop culture coming our way in 2026 and list their most anticipated new releases. This is going to be a great year in media and a great year for your favorite podcast pcmc! If you like what you hear, be sure to subscribe anywhere you get your pods so you'll get all the new drops when they come out! 

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Oh boy! Welcome to a spectacular holiday episode of pcmc! On today's show, Mike is joined by Janine, and together they are discussing "From All of Us to All of You", an episode of the classic TV show Walt Disney Presents, which first aired in 1958. In the show, Jiminy Cricket and Mickey Mouse host an arrangement of classic Disney shorts and clips from their feature films. But to understand the real cultural significance of FAOUTAOY, you have to talk about Sweden. In Sweden from 1960 onward, this TV special has aired every single Christmas Eve without fail. It's a major Swedish...

Primeee! Welcome to an all new episode of pcmc. Your one-stop-shop for media musings, nostalgia, and pop culture ephemera! Transformers conversation continues on today's show, as Mike is joined once again by Peter Marsh. Today's episode is about the would-be reboot of the Transformers franchise, 2024's Transformers One. The prequel film was great, but no one cared about it. Peter is a huge Transformers fan and Mike is a casual fan, but Mike loves bright colors and shiny robots, so he's on board! If you enjoy this podcast, please share it with everyone you know!

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Autobots roll out! Welcome to an all new episode of pcmc. Your one-stop-shop for media musings, nostalgia, and pop culture ephemera! On today's show, Mike is joined once again by Peter Marsh. Peter is a long time friend of the show and something of a podcaster himself (The Lasser Cast / Comic Books Transformed). This episode's topic is the fan favorite animated film The Transformers: The Movie from 1986. The movie that made a million children cry! It's an action-packed death-fest where all our favorite robot cars/people die violent deaths! It also happens to be the final film of cinema legend...

Hello! Welcome to an all new episode of pcmc. Your one-stop-shop for media musings, nostalgia, and pop culture ephemera! On today's show, Mike is joined once again by Anthony. Together the guys are returning to a concept first visited in episode 280. Describing movies they haven't seen. Each person has given the other the titles for three movies they know the other has never seen. That person has only the title of the film and the movie poster to come up with what they believe the movie is about. After the real plot is discussed, then kudos are given for how...

Jellybeans! Welcome to an all new episode of pcmc. Your one-stop-shop for pop culture musings, celebrations, and ephemera! On today's show, Mike is joined by Anthony to discuss the Bravo franchise The Real Housewives of New York City. Specifically, an infamous three-episode arc known to fans as "Scary Island." This was a foundational moment in Real Housewives history, as one of the housewives straight up loses her grip on reality in a major way (maybe). Anthony is a longtime RHONY fan and Mike is entirely new to the series, so Anthony explains why this storyline was so important. This episode...

I'm pcmc and you're not. Welcome to an all new episode of pcmc. Your one-stop-shop for pop culture musings, celebrations, and ephemera! On today's show, host Mike Bongiorno is joined, once again, by Vin Forte, and they continue last week's deep dive into the dark and desperate world of failed late-night talk shows. Today's subject: The Chevy Chase Show (1993). Like many a failed talk show before it, this show ran for only one season. Chevy Chase was once the biggest comedy star in the world, but bad decisions and increasingly bad behavior left him on the outs with the American...

Can I buy a vowel?! Welcome to an all new episode of pcmc. Your one-stop-shop for pop culture musings, celebrations, and ephemera! On today's show, host Mike Bongiorno is joined by Vin Forte, and they dive into the dark and desperate world of failed late-night talk shows. Today's subject: The Pat Sajak Show (1989). This show ran for one season before being put to sleep like an old sick dog. Pat Sajak is mostly known to the world as the long-time host of the game show Wheel of Fortune, but in the late 80s CBS (trying to compete with Johnny Carson...

Quack! Welcome to an all new episode of pcmc. Your one-stop-shop for pop culture musings, celebrations, and ephemera! On today's show, host Mike Bongiorno is joined by frequent contributor Janine Gagliardi. The topic of today's episode: Our Favorite Anthropomorphic Animals. Pop Culture is full of animals acting like people, and Mike and Janine are here to discuss why that is, and which are their favorites. If you like this show, please share it with everyone you know!

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Surprise! Just when you thought it was safe to turn on your phone, pcmc Halloween 2025 is back! It's Halloween day and pcmc is coming to you with one last super secret Halloween special! Mike is joined by the one and only Emilio Sparks to celebrate the spookiest day of the year. Mike and Emilio got together to both discuss, and taste-test, General Mill's famous Monster Cereals; Count Chocula, Franken Berry, and Boo Berry. The guys have never had these cereals in their lives and thought if there ever was a time to try them it's on Halloween! Thanks so much...

Double, double toil and trouble! Welcome back to Halloween 2025! It's the most important time of year here at pcmc, and we continue coming to you all month long with Halloween specials! On today's show, Mike and Janine discuss two foundational TV specials from Disney. Two Halloween specials that have a strangle hold on the millenial zeitgeist. Disney's Halloween Treat (1982) and DTV Monster Hits (1987). Essentially, they were two Halloween-themed clip-shows featuring footage from Disney's animation vault, but somehow they managed to fire up the imaginations of a generation of people. Both shows are available online, but even if you haven't seen...

Oww my boobs! Welcome to pcmc Halloween 2025! Spooky season is the most precious time of year for the pcmc brood, and we continue rolling along with our month-long scare-tacular Halloween specials. On today's episode, the host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined by the lovely Jennifer "Grave" Litrell. Mike and Jen are discussing the highly underrated spooky stop-motion film ParaNorman (2012). It's the story of a little boy who can see and talk to ghosts and a misunderstood little witch. It's beautifully designed, funny, and heartfelt. But even if you haven't seen the film, you can enjoy today's episode of pop culture man...

The funeral is about to begin! Welcome to pcmc Halloween 2025! Spooky season is the most precious time of year for the pcmc brood, and we come to you all month long with our scare-tacular Halloween specials. On today's episode, the host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined, once again, by Peter Marsh (Comic Books Transformed / The Lasser Cast). Mike and Peter got together to discuss the 1979 horror classic Phantasm. This movie is weird AF. It's a movie that makes about as much sense as a fever dream. It's like if Davin Lynch directed Night of the Living Dead. And the guys love...

BoooOOOOOooo! Welcome to pcmc Halloween 2025! Spooky season is the most precious time of year for the pcmc brood, and we come to you all month long with our scare-tacular Halloween specials. Today we travel to Hong Kong in 1985 to hop onto the hopping vampire craze! See what I did there? Today's film is Mr. Vampire — a slapstick comedy, martial arts, horror film! This movie modernized the mythology of Jiangshi (hopping vampires) for a new audience and set off a craze for similar movies. This movie is fun as hell, and we recommend you check it out, but even if you ha...

BoooOOOOOooo! Welcome to pcmc Halloween 2025! Spooky season is the most precious time of year for the pcmc brood, and we come to you all month long with our scare-tacular Halloween specials. Today we kick things off with the HIGHLY PROBLEMATIC film Dressed to Kill from 1980. It's Brian De Palma's homage to Alfred Hitchcock. The film is suspenseful, sexy, and brilliantly made. Sadly, it's also completely wrong-minded about the experience and life of transgendered people. If you've liked pcmc's previous episodes on slasher movies, this will fit right in with those conversations. Come back next week for more spooky fun!
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Pcmc does what Nintendon't! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host Mike Bongiorno, is joined by longtime contributor to the show, Vin Forte. In this episode, Mike and Vin discuss a famous episode of television from the early 2000s; MTV's True Life: "I'm a Gamer." If you haven't seen this (or any) episode of True Life, go watch it right now, then come back! The guys talk about the winners and the losers in this slice of life reality TV episode, speculate on how it was produced behind the scenes, and make fun of one of video game history's greatest...

Set it and forget it! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined by America's sweetheart Vin Forte. In this episode, Mike and Vin discuss Informercials, what they were, how they worked, why they were great, and where they went. From the ThighMaster to Girls Gone Wild, if you were awake at ungodly hours in the 1990s you experienced infomercials! If you like the show, make sure to subscribe anywhere you get your pods.

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Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined by frequent contributor Nadia Kader. Today's topic is the outrageous, gross, and incredible 2025 film The Ugly Stepsister. This is a dark, violent take on the Cinderella story, told from the point of view of her "ugly stepsister." But the movie is more than just a gimmick, it's a smart, heartbreaking tale of women surviving in a world where they have no power to support themselves, or control their destiny. Mike and Nadia loved the film and if you're a listener of pcmc, you will probably love it too...

Hello! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined by frequent contributor (and frequent brother) Anthony Bongiorno. Together, Mike and Anthony review the new trailers for the upcoming movies and series: Good Boy (2025), Only Murders in the Building (Season 5), Chain Reactions (2025), Him (2025), and The Carpenter's Son (2025). In the "chill session", the guys discuss the books they are currently reading, then finally, in the last segment, they confess their current pop culture obsessions. Other topics in today's episode: therapy lamps, The Gilded Age, Lynch/Oz, Stephen King, the new Masters of the Universe movie, the Scream series, Paperbacks...

Woot woot! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined once again by Janine Gagliari. Today's topic is "Our Favorite Nudity in Pop Culture." Not necessarily the sexiest nudity in pop culture. Although there are some HOT picks here! It's a conversation about the best use of nudity; the sexiest, funniest, scariest, and most interesting use of (all-gender) nudity in pop culture. This isn't one to listen to while driving the kids to school! If you like hearing Mike and Janine talk about stuff, then check back on the feed for past episodes. And if you like...

Fit check for my napalm era! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined by the great Janine Gagliari, to discuss the phenomenal Netflix animated movie KPop Demon Hunters (2025). If you haven't seen this incredible movie, GO WATCH IT RIGHT NOW! Then come back and listen to Mike and Janine gush over their favorite songs, favorite fights, and favorite outfits. This episode is full of joy and let's face it, don't we all need that right now? If you like hearing Mike and Janine discuss animation, then check back on the feed for many episodes of the...

Welcome! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined once again by Bill Gagliardi. Mike and Bill are discussing Waxwork II: Lost in Time (1992), a film that isn't about wax, time, or being lost. It's the superior sequel to the mostly forgotten horror/comedy Waxwork (1988). The film is about two young people who go on an adventure that takes them through some of the biggest movies in pop culture, but in non-copyright-infringing ways. Do you like Aliens (1986)? How about a worse version of it? It's a fun, weird, and oddly successful post-modern romp through pop culture. Don't...

"When people don't want a circus, the world just don't make any sense." On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined by Bill Gagliardi. Today Mike and Bill are discussing the oft-maligned 1988 movie Big Top Pee-wee. Yes, that's right. Pcmc is covering the "bad" Pee-wee movie. But is it really that bad??? Mike and Bill argue that the film has a lot of good stuff in it that's brought down by some questionable narrative choices. If you like this episode, subscribe for more weirdness every week!

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Freeze scum! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined once again by friend of the pod, Peter Marsh. Today Mike and Pete are discussing the 1987 dystopian classic RoboCop. A movie that's as funny as it is exciting, and as smart as it is dumb. The guys love this movie and gush about all their favorite scenes and characters. The guys also compare RoboCop to Superman (2025), which is in some ways the polar opposite approach to superhero storytelling. Please give us a like, share and subscribe to us on your podcast ap of choice!

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Sleep now! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined once again by friend of the pod, Peter Marsh. Mike and Pete sat down to discuss the spooky and fun cult classic Dark City (1998). Dark City is a late 90s mind-bendy scifi about false realities. It is very much a cousin to The Matrix and eXistenZ. Like the film itself, this episode of pcmc gets deep and philosophical. If you like this episode, check out episode "387: The Crow (1994)", where Mike and Bill discuss another dark film by the same director as Dark City. Please give us a...

Beam me up! On today's all-new episode of Pop Culture Man Children, your host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined once again by Vin Forte. On today's show the topic is Star Trek Beyond (2016), the last theatrically released Star Trek movie (for now). This is the final stop in Mike and Vin's journey to cover every Star Trek movie (for now). If you like this episode, please check out the backlog of Star Trek, Star Wars, and general Sci-fi episodes on our podcast feed. Please give us a like, share and subscribe to us on your podcast ap of choice!

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Pew pew! On today's all-new episode of Pop Culture Man Children, your host, Mike Bongiorno, is joined by long-time contributor to the show, Vin Forte. The guys are going back to a galaxy far, far away to discuss the 1999 Star Wars Expanded Universe book, The New Jedi Order: Vector Prime. This is one Vin loved as a kid and Mike is reading for the first time. It's an important book in the old Star Wars canon because it includes the death of a certain OG character. Buckle up for a fun nerdtastic episode of pcmc. And if you like Star...

Cheer up! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host Mike Bongiorno is joined, once again, by Anthony Bongiorno. Today the guys are discussing their "go-to media for serotonin." That means the movies, TV, books, social networks, or any other media we consume when we're feeling blue and need something to cheer us up. The world can be tough and the media we consume can be just the escape or inspiration we need to keep going. If you like this episode, then you're in luck because we have over 400 episodes for you to listen to! Subscribe to the pod and browse...

Happy 400 everyone!!! Today's episode is a very special one. Episode 400 features multiple segments from multiple contributors, all discussing one of the most foundational texts in pop culture, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. The team discusses "The Dreamer of Oz" (1990), "The Wiz" (1978), "Oz the Great and Powerful" (2013), "Wicked: Part 1" (2024) and, of course, "The Wizard of Oz" (1939). Come ease on down the yellow-brick road with Mike, Anthony, Jennifer, Janine, and Nadia on this mega-sized episode of pcmc. If you like what you hear, and you want more, you're in luck! We have 399 other episodes for you! Just check us out anywhere pods...

Welcome all! Before we hit our 400th episode milestone, let's take a trip in the way-back machine and revisit the very first episode of pcmc. This is the episode that started it all! See the origins of all your favorite pcmc traditions that continue to this day. Don't forget to tune in tomorrow for episode 400! 

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Wake up! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, host Mike Bongiorno is joined, once again, by frequent contributor to the pod (and his brother) Anthony Bongiorno. Mike and Anthony got together to discuss their favorite "dream sequences" in pop culture. The guys also discuss how dream sequences work and what makes a dream sequence great. If you like what you hear, then you're in luck because we have almost 400 episodes for you to listen to! Subscribe to the pod and browse our back catalog for topics that tickle your fancy.

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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 having to do with theaters in any way is on the table for discussion. If you like hearing these people talk about pop culture, then you're in luck because we have almost 400 episodes for you to listen to...

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 discuss sci-fi shenanigans, then check out our backlog of scifi-themed pods!
 
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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 trash, and an amazing look at a bygone era of NYC. Be warned, this is an NSFW episode of pcmc. If you like hearing Mike and Nadia discuss horror movies, check out...

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 the dust? The pain, the confusion, the heartache! Mike and Janine list their most shocking and painful pop culture losses. Get your tissues because this episode might make you cry...

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 the backlog of free episodes for more superhero goodness. If you like the podcast, please subscribe and share with a friend.
 
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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 and Peter are reviewing the first story arc in the comics Absolute Batman, Absolute Superman, and Absolute Wonder Woman. Even if you've never read a comic book, this episode will still be of...

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. 
 
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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 hit Apple TV + show Severance. He stopped by to describe the experience and to chat about other nerdy stuff (Disney, Star Wars, Comedy, etc....). If you're interested in some...

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.

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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, Nikki Blonsky, The Morning Show, Ted, The Sopranos, Walter Matthau, Snow White, conservative podcasts, Iced Cherry Chai Latte, The White Lotus, Severance, and much, much more!

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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 Black." If you like this episode, look at our feed for more topics that tickle your fancy. 

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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 that tickle your fancy. PCMC is your one-stop-shop for non-toxic fandom.

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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 horror. 

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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 discuss pop culture, check out our podcast feed for more Nadia episodes.

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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!

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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, The Hobbit, and much, much more.

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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 Star Trek movies. 
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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, subscribe for new episodes every Wednesday. 

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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 since you've seen it, this episode of PCMC is for you. You can find more of Peter's content on his two youtube channels; The Lassercast, and Comic Books Transformed.
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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 greenlight at Lucasfilm. This episode is just two nerds dreaming out loud. No reason to get mad at us!

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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 you! 

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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 Golden Globes, Chucky, Broad City, 21 Jump Street, sequels, Skeleton Crew, Wicked, and much, much more! Please subscribe if you like what you hear.

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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 hear subscribe and leave us a review anywhere you get your pods!

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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. 

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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 the lights and pour yourself a spicy cup of nog, it's PCMC time!

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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 about the series. If you haven't heard the episode on Arcane season 1 go back to the pod feed and check it out!

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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 Mike and Peter discussing Arcane's second season.

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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 wherever you get your pods.

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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!

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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 our previous discussions on the franchise. Be sure to share this show with your nerdiest friends.

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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.

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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 friends.

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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 check out all our episodes from October 2024!

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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 our feed for the Monsters you might have missed.

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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!

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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!

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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!

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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!

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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, spookiness, pumpkin-spice and a lot more! If you want to hear more from Insha go to the PCMC podcast feed and check out her first appearance on episode 305. 

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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 for previous episodes about the franchise. Review and Subscribe. 

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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, so do you! If you like what you hear subscribe and drop us a review. 

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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 dentists, health fears, and much, much more! If you enjoy the show leave us a review and subscribe wherever you get your pods.

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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 convince you otherwise. The movie can be described in two words: Elvis and Mummy. If you like this show drop us a review and share us with your friends.

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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 animation, go checkout our feed for more animation episodes.

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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 and 5, Slimer and the Real Ghostbusters, RDJ as Doctor Doom, Hellboy: The Crooked Man (2024), Alien: Romulus (2024), Rick and Morty: The Anime (2024), Universal Studios, Star Wars, strangers walking in uninvited, fun with the Ring camera, True Detective Season 4, and...

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 to this episode and you'll be good to go! If you like hearing us discuss horror movies, check out our free backlog to see other titles we've covered. Don't forget to subscribe and...

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 seen the movie, or are on the fence about watching it, this is the episode for you.

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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 you like our show subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

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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), Jimmy Kimmel, Cheers, The Secret History by Donna Tartt, Martin Mull, The Bear, Paul Schrader, Hacks, Blue Eye Samurai, and much, much more!

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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 groundwork for how the Uncanny X-Men arrive in the MCU. If you like what you hear be sure to leave us a review!

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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 franchise.

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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 harsh world...If you like what you hear give us a review and share us with your friends.

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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 much more!

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 back on the podcast feed and check out some of their other MOTU episodes. If you enjoy the show share it with your fellowship!

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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.

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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, Kurt Russell, Miracle Workers, the Nickelodeon Resort in the Dominican Republic, Jenny Nicholson's four hour videos, Tron: Legacy, The Sorcerer's Apprentice, and much, much more!

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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 ideas of your own visit us on our social media and tell us!

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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 there, but even if haven't seen the movie, you're gonna love this discussion. If you like the show subscribe and drop us a review!

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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.

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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 & Wolverine (2024), Maxxxine (2024), Kim's Video (2023), and much, much more!

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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 all things Mickey, including he's creation, his creators, and his future as a public domain icon. This is the deep dive Mickey Mouse episode you've all been waiting for! If you like this episode...

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 please subscribe and review us wherever you get your pods.

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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!

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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 makes it so special. This is a joyous episode, so put on your red boots and get ready for some PCMC!

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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 check out our backlog and listen to some of our other Ghostbusters shows. Enjoy!

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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 check them out at rangerthingspodcast.com and listen to them anywhere pods are found.

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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!

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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, fool's gold, Iced Tea, Netflix Avatar remake, Pokerface, and much, much more!

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