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Pop Culture Man Children

Pop Culture Man Children

Every week the PCMC crew gets into deep, fun, and funny discussions about movies, TV, books, fandom, animation, and more. This podcast covers everything from current pop culture to the retro stuff you love. So if you"re interested hearing grown-ass, non-toxic nerds go on needlessly intricate deep-dives and give overly passionate rants, this is the show for you.

tv & film

All Episodes

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151: Reading

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/09/23

On today's show Mike and Anthony discuss Reading! What they read, how they read, when they read, and why they read. This episode is as nerdy as it gets! Other topics on today episode: hardcover vs. paperback, physical vs. E-reader, audiobooks, BookCon, when to give up on a book, and much more! Follow @PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.

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150: Dentist Mario

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/09/16

Hey paisanos, It's time for a new episode of PCMC! On today's show Mike is joined by Vin Forte. The guys talk mostly about the Nintendo Switch and various other video games, but they also discuss topics such as: Borat 2, John Boyega, Baby Yoda, Dennis Hopper, movie soundtracks, and bad dental experiences. Follow us at PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.

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149: Pulp Disney

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/09/09

On today's show Mike is joined by returning guest Mike Fischetti. The topic is Disney films, but not just any Disney films. The discussion is on what Mike Fischetti calls "Pulp Disney." Films from the house of mouse that are dark, gritty, and subversive. So put on your Mickey-ears and sit back for another fresh episode of PCMC. Follow @PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.

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148: Collecting He-Man Action Figures

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/09/02

On today's show Mike is Joined by Emilio Sparks. Over the Covid-19 quarantine Emilio has gotten into a new hobby, collecting vintage Masters of the Universe action figures. Mike has been collecting figures for years so he imparts some wisdom to Emilio on the subject. Other topics in today's episode: how to store vintage toys, which toys are more valuable, bootleg toys, how to restore vintage toys, the current stage of toy collecting, and much, much more. Follow @PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and

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54:39

147: Kids' Shows Based on Adult Movies

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/08/26

On today's show Mike is joined by Bill Gagliardi. The topic of discussion is 80's and 90's cartoon series (and toy-lines) that were based on adult "R" rated movies. These shows had no business existing yet they did! At the end of the episode Mike and Bill pitch their own ideas for cartoons that never existed in the 80's or 90's but could have. Follow @PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.

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146: All the Shingle Ladies

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/08/19

SPOILER ALERT for the finale of The Good Place / I'll Be Gone In the Dark On today's show Mike and Janine get together to gab about what's new in the world of pop culture. They review trailers for upcoming attractions; The Devil All the Time, Woke, and I'm Thinking of Ending Things. Mike and Janine also confess their current pop culture obsessions. Topics on this episode: Mulan, DC Comics, Ryan Reynolds, Just Friends, Avatar, The Good Place, Taylor Swift's Folklore, Orville Peck, New Girl, I'll Be

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145: Good Texts with Bad Fans

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/08/12

On today's show Mike and Anthony sit down to discuss movies, TV shows, music, and fictional characters that despite being good have inspired a fan base that is offensive, toxic, and at times, just plain annoying. If you have any texts that didn't make our list reach out to us! We're @PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.

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144: Full Steam Ahead

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/08/05

On today's show Mike and Anthony (and Anthony's dog Maisie) sit down to discuss what's new in the world of pop culture. Topics on today's episode: Paul Lynde, Billy Eichner, Fletch remake, Gina Davis, Eleanor and Park movie, wearing suits, Chasing Amy, Janeane Garofalo, Disney Cruises, Tim Allen, Back to the Future 3, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and much more! Follow @PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tok.

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143: Chilling with Rito

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/07/29

On today's episode Mike is joined by longtime PCMC listener Rito. Rito discusses his history with the show and his own pop culture fandom. Topics include: Clone High, Scrubs, Mike's Ecto-1, Applebees, Blue-cheese vs. Ranch, Ghostbusters, Batman Returns bed sets, Funkos, Goldberg's, the value of fandom and much, much more. Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and Tik Tok. Follow Rito @ritosmodernlife in Twitter, and Instagram. Listen to Rito's Modern Podcast anywhere podcasts can be

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142: The Last of Us Part II (2020)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/07/22

SPOILER ALERT! for Last of Us 1 and 2 On today's episode Mike is joined by special guest Abe Farraj. Abe came by to discuss the groundbreaking and controversial PS4 game "The Last of Us Part II." Mike and Abe have a very serious discussion on the themes of the game and the daring risks the producers and developers took to bring this game to life. Later in the episode, Mike and Abe talk about the current state of fandom and video game criticism online. This is a super deep video game nerd convo, so

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141: Scream, Queen! (2020)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/07/15

On today's special episode Mike Bongiorno is joined once again by Nadia Kader. The two discuss the new documentary "Scream, Queen! My Nightmare on Elm Street." The film spotlights the life of actor Mark Patton, who's career was nearly killed after he starred as Jessie, the sensitive hero of "A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge." Mike and Nadia discuss Mark's story, then get into a larger discussion of queer horror movies in general. Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram and @PCMCpod

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140: Interior Crocodile Alligator

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/07/08

*today's episode features SPOILERS for the original "The Last of Us (2013)" On today's episode of PCMC host Mike Bongiorno is joined by friend of the show Nadia Kader. Together Mike and Nadia discuss pop culture current events, review new trailers, and confess their current obsessions. This episode is chock-full of nerdy goodness, topics include: Shudder, Michael Keaton is back as Batman, Joel Schumacher, Splash Mountain, Cards Against Humanity, 30 Rock, Respect (the movie), Marc Maron, Unsolved

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139: DCOM 101: Smart House

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/07/01

Zetus Lapetus! It's another episode of DCOM 101! On today's show Mike and Jen are joined by Vin Forte, and together they discuss the 1999 classic "Smart House." Vin think's its the best DCOM ever, Jen thinks its Katey Sagal's best work, and Mike struggles to understand why someone would make a banana and orange smoothie. Follow @magically_jen on Instagram. Follow the show: @popculturemanchildren on Instagram @PCMCpod on Twitter and Tik Tok.

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138: Where'd You Get Those Shoes?

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/06/24

Today on PCMC Mike is joined by Vin Forte (with cameo by Jen Litrell). Vin and Mike discuss current events in the world of media and culture, review new trailers, and confess their latest pop culture obsessions. Topics in today's show: J.K. Rowling, Elmer Fudd, Gone with the Wind, Splash Mountain, Bill and Ted, PS 5, Lego Games, Perry Mason, Columbo, Bendy Comics, Boss Fight Books, Panzer Dragoon, Those Who Remain, horror video games, Siren Head, fake mobile games, and much, much more. Follow

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137: Stuff We Hate That Everyone Else Loves

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/06/17

Today's episode is spicy! Mike and Anthony discuss the stuff everyone seems to love but they can't help but hate. Mike and Anthony say a lot of offensive things in this episode, they insult fans of many popular franchises and genres - please forgive them!! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter and @popculturemanchildren on Instagram.

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136: Still Stones Gather All the Moss

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/06/10

*SPOILER ALERT for season one of Never Have I Ever Hey everyone, as you know it's a serious and scary time in America. Today's show focuses on Pop Culture, movies, TV, and everything PCMC is qualified to discuss, but it's impossible to stay entirely away from the pain and sadness that is happening. So we promise that when we do address any serious issues it will be through the lens of media culture. But rest assured today's show will be full of the normal nonsense and jackassery you are used to

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135: The Relationship Between Video Games & Movies

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/06/03

On today's episode Mike, Janine, and Bill discuss the strange bedfellows that are Video Games and Movies. Topics include: Movies made from Video Games, Video Games made from Movies, Movies about Video Games, the influence of Video Game narratives on Movie narratives, and much, much more! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter and @popculturemanchildren on Instagram.

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134: The Hottest Wilson

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/05/27

*SPOILER ALERT for Avatar: The Last Airbender, Solar Opposites, and What We Do In the Shadows Season 2. On today's full-sized episode Mike and Janine talk pop culture news, review new trailers, and confess their current obsessions. Topics on today's show: Nicolas Cage as Joe Exotic, Taika Waititi's Star Wars, Legally Blonde, walking out of movies, the Snyder Cut, Space Force, Da 5 Bloods, Becky, the Boys, Fleabag, and much, much more! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter and @popculturemanchildren on

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133: DCOM 101: Zenon, Girl of the 21st Century

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/05/20

Zetus Lapetus! It's the first episode in a new semi-regular series of specials; DCOM 101! On these episodes Mike Bongiorno and Jen Litrell deep dive into the Disney Channel Original Movie archive. First up is Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century from 1999. So listen in as Jen relives her childhood memories while Mike tries to understand the value-major of these low-rent TV movies. Follow Jen @magically_jen on Instagram. Follow the show @PCMCpod on Twitter and @popculturemanchildren on Instgram.

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132: Alf Loves a Mystery (1987)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2020/05/13

What do the Smurfs, Betty White, and Alf all have in common? They are all part of the weirdest TV special in history. If David Lynch directed a Saturday Morning cartoon preview special, it would be 1987's Alf Loves a Mystery. Hosts Mike and Vin take you on a bizarre journey through this TV oddity. All your questions will be answered: how old is Alf, why does Betty White keep flirting with a ten year old kid, and why are Alvin and the Chipmunks helping child detectives solve a mystery??? All this and

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