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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 film reviews

All Episodes

59:11

384: Actors Who "Went for It"

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2025/03/05

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!find us everywhere @PCMCpod

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93:57

383: Downbeat Dragon Girlies

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2025/02/26

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.Find us everywhere @PCMCpod

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44:08

382: Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2025/02/19

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. Find us everywhere @PCMCpod.

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52:11

381: Beakman's World (1992 children's show)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2025/02/12

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. find us everywhere @PCMCpod

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92:09

380: Vanilla Sky (2001)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2025/02/05

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

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96:02

379: How We'd Fix Star Wars (In 2025)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2025/01/29

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!find

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51:04

378: Bye Bye Birdie (1963)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2025/01/22

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! find us everywhere @PCMCpod

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92:38

377: In the Clerb We All Fam

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2025/01/15

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

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82:52

376: I Saw the TV Glow (2024)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2025/01/08

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!find us everywhere @PCMCpod

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68:20

375: The Man Who Folded Himself (Book)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2025/01/01

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. follow us everywhere @PCMCpod

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81:12

374: Holiday Special 2024: Black Christmas (1974)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2024/12/25

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!find us everywhere @PCMCpod

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68:44

373: Arcane (Season 2)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2024/12/18

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

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57:27

372: Arcane (Season 1)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2024/12/11

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.follow us everywhere @PCMCpod

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95:44

371: The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse (2020 - 2023)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2024/12/04

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.find us everywhere @PCMCpod

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370: Food Items We Miss

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2024/11/27

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!follow us everywhere @PCMCpod

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49:37

369: Star Trek (2009)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2024/11/20

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. find

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57:53

368: Best Fake Bands

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2024/11/13

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.find us everywhere @PCMCpod

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65:20

367: Our Favorite Pop Culture Cars

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2024/11/06

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. find us everywhere @PCMCpod

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47:35

366: Halloween 2024 - Creature from the Black Lagoon...

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2024/10/30

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!find us everywhere @PCMCpod

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365: Halloween 2024 - The Wolf Man (1941)

Pop Culture Man Children ·

2024/10/23

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.find us everywhere @PCMCpod

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