Pop Culture Man Children

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.

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,...

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.

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 Re...

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.

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...

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 @ritosmode...

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 c...

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...

*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 Sch...

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 o...

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,...

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. 

*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 cultur...

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.

*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, t...

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...

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 ye...

On today's show Mike and Vin discuss pop culture news, confess their current media obsessions, and review the trailers for: HBO's Looney Toons, Disney Gallery's the Mandalorian, and the remake of Destroy All Humans. Also in this episode: Trolls 2, the Academy Awards, Space Jam, Star Wars Day, Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Magic the Gathering, Zoom, Ebay, Alex Jones, Midnight Gospel, Avatar the Last Airb...

Has Hollywood ever made a crappy movie out of your favorite book? Is there an old movie or TV show you want to see rebooted? Then this episode is for you! On today's show Mike and Anthony dream up versions of movies, books, and TV shows they wish existed. They explain how they see the projects looking, who would be cast in the projects, and who should write or direct the projects. This episode is...

On today's show Mike and Anthony get together (virtually) to talk all things pop culture. The guys discuss news, review new trailers, and confess their current obsessions. This episode is jam-packed with content to help entertain you through your quarantine! Topics in this episode:  the CBS Sunday Movie, AMC theaters, Emma, Mrs. Kitner, Midnight Gospel, Netflix animation, Tiger King, A Trip to Gre...

Have you ever wanted to try a Scooby-snack? Then wash it down with a ice cold Duff beer? Us at PCMC have, and this episode is all about fake foods from TV, Movies, and Pop Culture! Join Mike and Janine as they go on this culinary  journey of make-believe! If you like the show Subscribe and Share with your friends. Follow @popculturemanchildren on Instagram and @PCMCpod on Twitter.

On today's show Mike and Janine record remotely from the safety of their homes. It's a time of great pain and isolation but PCMC is here to give you the entertainment respite you deserve. On today's episode Janine and Mike discuss pop culture news, confess their latest obsessions, and review some new trailers. Other topics in this episode: Rosario Dawson, The Wire, Social Distancing, Soul, Solar O...

On the fourth and final episode in PCMC's Walt Disney World series, Mike and Jen talk about Epcot. Experimental prototype community of tomorrow! This episode is for the intellectuals. Topics on this show: Garden Grill, POG, farmer Mickey, Papyrus, taking naps, Pasta, Frozen Ever After, giant poops, and the worst attraction in all of Disney World.  Follow Jen at @misspetiteprincess on Instagram. Fo...

Today's show is the third part in a 4 part series of Mike and Jen's trip to Disney World. In today's episode Mike and Jen discuss Hollywood Studios and Galaxy's Edge. Topics include: Making Lightsabers, Mike crying a lot, Kylo Ren hitting Mike, Jen meeting her podcasting hero, weird blue milk, meh droids, Dramamine pills, and much more!  SPOILER ALERT- this episode contains spoilers for Rise of th...