Pop Culture Man Children

Hello! On today's episode of PCMC, Mike and Anthony get together to discuss pop culture news, look at some new trailers, and confess their current media obsessions. Topics on today's show include; Dustin Diamond, Sex and the City reboot, Velma, Wednesday Adams, Mountain Drew Gizmo commercial, Cruella, Kevin Can F**k Himself, scented candles, Tamagotchi, Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar, Barry, Sh...

Welcome to PCMC! On today's show Mike is joined by musician and anime-nerd; Anthony Montantine. Mike is new to the world of anime and Anthony is here to give him a crash course on it. The guys discuss popular anime genres and tropes, as well as what classic anime Mike needs to watch and where to find them. This episode is nerd af, but you don't need to know anything about the topic to listen! Come...

On today's episode Mike and Nadia sit down to discuss the Netflix docuseries "Pretend It's a City" starring humorist (and former writer) Fran Lebowitz and directed by Martin Scorsese. Mike and Nadia talk about the themes and aesthetics of the docuseries as well as its best and worst elements. The hosts also take some time to analyze some of Fran's more interesting and incendiary statements. Welcom...

Oy with the poodles already! It's another Gilmore Girls episode with Mike and Jen. This time it's season 2. Things are shaking up at Stars Hollow when bad-boy Jess comes to town. In real life Jen is showing Mike GG for the very first time and he has thoughts. If you haven't heard the season 1 episode scroll up! Thanks for listening. Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. We are also on...

Maclunkey! On today's episode of PCMC Mike and Janine get together to judge the current state of the Star Wars franchise. They discuss all of the upcoming Star Wars shows, movies, video games, and books. As well as address some rumors on where the franchise might be heading. Janine and Mike also talk about the current state of Star Wars fandom and how toxic it has become. Follow @PCMCpod on Twitte...

*SPOILER ALERT! Maclunkey! On today's episode of PCMC Mike and Janine discuss the highs and lows of Mandalorian Season 2. Both hosts explain what they liked, loved, and hated about the second season of Mandalorian as well as predictions for where the show will take us in season 3. So grab your blue macarons and your tank of eggs and settle down for a new episode of hilarity.  Follow @PCMCpod on Tw...

Welcome Foolish Mortals! On today's show Mike talks Haunted Mansion with special guest Sarah Ellsworth (TikTok, Blood and Guts Podcast). Sarah has been making awesome TikToks about the stories and characters of Disney's Haunted Mansion and today she and Mike discuss what they love about the classic attraction. Other topics include, Phantom Manor, toxic fandom, and the Disney Parks cinematic univer...

Put on your overalls and jump down a pipe! On today's episode we're discussing the not-quite-cult-classic "Super Mario Bros. The Movie." Mike and Vin talk about the film Nintendo wishes you'd forget. The topics range from in front of the camera to behind and scenes and the guys explain why the film deserves a second look.  Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

Happy New Year! Lets start 2021 with a journey into the Twilight Zone! On today's episode Mike and Vin discuss "A Kind of a Stopwatch," a classic Twilight Zone story, and "A Little Peace and Quiet" from the 1985 Twilight Zone series. These episodes share a similar story but have very different tones and themes.  Thanks for listening and lets hope 2021 is better than 2020! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitte...

Welcome to the PCMC Holiday 2020 special! On today's epic-sized episode our theme is Department Store Santas. Mike and Jen Litrell discuss the classic film A Miracle on 34th Street (1947). In the second segment Mike and Anthony Bongiorno talk about the groundbreaking essay "SantaLand Diaries" (1992) by David Sedaris. In the third segment Mike joins Janine and BIll Gagliardi to revisit the Simpsons...

On today's show Emilio Sparks stops by to discuss the finer points of vintage t-shirt collecting with host Mike Bongiorno. He unveils the shirts in his collection, describes the process of caring for them, and reveals his "holy grail" t-shirt.  Follow @PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.

Are you ready for the ruckus? It's another installment of "Hot Takes" with Mike, Bill, and Janine. The three discuss their most unpopular opinions and spiciest takes on pop culture, food, politics, and much more. Just like last time things get loud and energies run high. You don't want to miss this! Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

Hello! On today's show Mike is joined once again by Jen Litrell. Jen has been introducing Mike to the wonderful world of the Gilmore Girls and they just finished season one. Mike reacts to the show and predicts where he thinks the show will go in the next season. And together Mike and Jen discuss their favorite and least favorite parts of Gilmore Girls Season One. Read Jen at magicallywinded.com F...

Spoiler Alert for Mandalorian Season 2; Episodes 2 and 3. On todays all-new full episode of PCMC Mike and Janine discuss what's happening in entertainment news, chill out in the "chill session," and confess to their current pop culture obsessions. Topics on today's show: Conan, John Mulaney, Trump, Baby Yoda, Dave Chappelle, Drive-ins, Tom & Jerry, WW84, and much, much more! Follow @PCMCpod on...

On today's show Mike and Vin discuss the short-lived streaming platform known as Quibi. The guys discuss what it was, what it tried to be, and why it failed. The conversation also gets into other failed streaming services and what the guys think the future of steaming will be. Follow @PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.

On today's show Mike and Vin are on edge waiting for the results of the 2020 presidential election. The guys discuss some entertainment news, some new trailers, and cop to their latest pop culture obsessions. Topics on this episode include: Dune, Animaniacs, Lego Star Wars Holiday Special, The Mummy, Jungle Cruise, Kim Kardashian's hologram birthday present, Mario 3D All Stars, the Kornacki Cam, a...

On today's show Mike is joined by Kate Gainey. Mike and Kate have a new podcast premiering this month called Cuckoo Bananas, which they discuss on this episode, but the main topic of today's show is Avatar: the Last Air Bender, and The Legend of Korra. Two amazing animated series that mean a lot to Mike and Kate for reasons they reveal on the show. Follow @PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and Tiktok...

Welcome to the last Halloween special of 2020! On today's show Mike is joined once again by Jen Litrell. Together they get all Dis-nerdy over "The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad," and the DCOM classic "Halloweentown." Thanks for listening all month and have a safe and spooky Halloween! Follow @PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and Tiktok. 

SPOILER ALERT for Over the Garden Wall (2014) Halloween continues here on PCMC! On today's show Mike and Janine discuss the animated mini-series Over the Garden Wall. They get into it's style, it's story, and its symbolism. It's another nerdy deep dive and it's all for you Damien! Come back next week for one more spooky treat. Follow @PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.

Hey guys this is the trailer for my new podcast Cuckoo Bananas. It's a funny show where we discuss mental health and what it's like living with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and all that stuff. If you like PCMC you're gonna like Cuckoo Bananas.

SPOILER ALERT for It Follows (2014) Hey boys and ghouls! It's Halloween 2020 Act II and on today's show Mike and Anthony sit down to discuss the incredible horror film; It Follows. The guys are so excited to deep dive into the movie that they shout over and interrupt each other non-stop. You're gonna' love it! Come back next week for more Halloween fun! Follow @PCMCpod on Instagram, Twitter, and T...

Happy Halloween boys and ghouls! It's that time of year again; Spooky Season! On today's episode Mike and Vin discuss scary video games of yore. From A Nightmare on Elm Street on NES to Resident Evil on PS1 (and beyond), the guys cover it all. Come back next week for more spooky fun...if you dare... Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

On today's show Mike and Janine sit down to discuss the best houses, apartments, cottages, dorm rooms, mansions (and more) in movies, TV, and all of pop culture. If you've ever dreamed about living in a haunted mansion, or spending a week "home alone" in the McCallister house, this is the episode for you. Follow @PCMCpod on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

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. 

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.