Pop Culture Man Children

Hey Babies! On today’s very special episode (while Emilio is on assignment) Mike sits down with filmmaker and media instructor Michael Fischetti. The topic of the episode is Ready Player One. MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD! Mike and Michael discuss the differences between the RPO book and the RPO movie, the problematic elements in the film and in fan culture, and the value of 80s nostalgia. Other topics in...

What’s up babies? On today’s episode Mike and Emilio discuss the connection between Doctor Who and Jyn Erso. They question whether Tommy Lee jones was ever young. And they get deep about Gary Shandling and the art of comedy. Also in this episode: Mr. Rogers, Fahrenheit 451, Robert Down Jr’s dark times, and Rotten Tomatoes. Don’t forget to Rate, Review, and share with everyone!

Hey Babies! On today’s show the man children discuss TV shows that were great but unfairly cancelled before their time. Some of the shows Mike and Emilio discuss were big ratings hits and others were little cult classics, but what they all have in common was they weren’t on our TV screens for as long as they derserved. Please subscribe, Rate, and Review! and don’t forget to share with your loved o...

On today’s show Emilio and Mike discuss the Blues Clues reboot, they wax intellectual on the career of John Cena, they get spiritual with “The Screwtape Letters,” and they argue over the battle of the Dans (Dan Loria v. Dan Hedaya). All this plus: Stan Lee, Kill Creek, Party of Five, Ready Player One, Swamp Thing, Gwenpool and much, much more! Don’t forget to share this episode with your loved one...

On today's very special minisode the guys walk around Toys-R-Us and survey the chaos of its going out of business sale. Mike contemplates purchasing the Guardians of the Galaxy action figure five pack, while Emilio mediates on the packaging quality of the Voltron toys. Both man-children share childhood memories of the beloved retail outlet and say goodbye to a big part of their childhoods. Feature...

While Emilio is out on assignment Mike sits down with special guest Nadia Kader to shoot the breeze. Mike and Nadia discuss everything from the Christopher Robin trailer to their worries about the Roseanne revival. Mike gets into his thoughts on Jessica Jones season 2, and a Wrinkle in time. Also on todays show:Teenage Groot, Thoroughbreds, 90s TV characters, 70s sci-fi authors, and ruining Jurass...

Hey Babies! Here’s a new Minisode for you! Mike and Emilio sit down and list off their top 5 favorite cameos in TV and movies. Some of the cameo picks are no-brainers and some are obscure cameos only a PCMC would choose. This is a fun one! Don’t forget to LIKE, SHARE, and REVIEW! And follow the Pop Culture Man Children on Instagram!

On today’s show the Man Children discuss the sad state of Toys’R’Us, Mike teaches Emilio what Five Nights at Freddy’s is, Emilio gets steamed over the new Muppet Babies theme, plus: Trailer Corner, Black Panther, Jersey Shore, The Karate Kid, and much much more.

On this Minisode Mike and Emilio sit around and wax cartoons. Listen to the guys discuss their favorite characters, the history of Warner Bros. cartoons, and the career of Mel Blanc. Also on this episode: the evolution of Bugs and Daffy over time, Mickey or Bugs? (the great debate), and the guys get into a heated argument over the merits of Michael Jordan’s performance in Space Jam.

On today's show Mike and Emilio dish on all the new movie trailers, they argue about the direction of This is Us, and they continue their news coverage of Summer the Purple Penguin. Also on this episode: Ted Danson, Jared Leto, Dr. Strange's hands, betting on Jackie Chan, and the legendary Bill Irwin. Rate! Review! and share with the ones you love the most!

While Emilio is out on assignment, Mike sits down with the cosplayer manda the martian for a one on one interview. In this enlightening dialogue manda the martian schools Mike on the facts and fiction of cosplay. Other topics of discussion include: Comic cons, the trials and tribulations of building your own armor, mansplaining, and a (new) reason to dislike Chris Brown. Be sure to rate/review/ an...

On todays show the Man-Children get into the Oscar nominations, Emilio talks binging ER, Mike talks his hate for the Impossible burger. Also: Kevin Smith, Tom Hanks, Movie Pass, Summer the new Muppet Baby, and much much more! Rate and Review! Share with your friends! SPOILER ALERT FOR The Post, Shape of Water, and Phantom Thread!!!

It’s a Minisode! This week the Man Children are joined by special guest Kat from “Comic Trips.” Our topic this time around is Video Store memories! Join us as we travel back in time to the days of VHS, roped off porno sections, and “be kind rewind” stickers! So kick up your feet and chill out with us! Don’t forget to rate/review and share with your loved ones (also go check out Comic Trips on Yout...

This week Mike and Emilio hang out in Emilio's (childhood) bedroom and discuss all the pop culture goings on. Topics this week include: the new Instagram algorithm, Oprah for president, Blank Panther, Batman 1989, Black Mirror, Bright, and much MUCH more! Share with your closest friends and loved ones.

This episode was recorded on New Years Eve. Mike and Emilio chat about the classic sitcom The Honeymooners. The guys go over the shows history, its legacy, and why it is primed for a comeback. New Year - new you - same Pop Culture Man Children! Enjoy this episode and share it with your loved ones!

On today's episode: the guys talk pop culture news, "The Toys that Made Us," and their current obsessions. This show is packed to the gills with fun! Action figures! John Williams! Barbie! Emilio's Mom! Check it out!

Mike and Emilio are joined by their friends Carlo and Vin Forte for this holiday special. The guys talk about their favorite holiday movies, Emilio gets serious about A Diva's Christmas Carlo, gifts are given and received, Pop Culture New Years resolutions are made, Carlo gives his read on It's a Wonderful Life, and the guys argue about the legacy of Dr. Seuss. Enjoy the show and have a happy holi...

SPOILERS AHEAD! It’s The Last Jedi special! Mike, Emilio, and special guest Vin Forte (Anytime Podcast, Cartoon Buffoon) sit down in Mike’s basement to discuss the new Star Wars movie. Topics include: the fan’s love/hate reactions / the movies best moments / fun easter eggs / Mike’s feminist read of the movie. Thanks for listening and be sure to SHARE this episode with your nerdy friends. MTFBWY

The guys sit down for a minisode where they discuss what movies, TV, music, and other media brings them to tears. At first Emilio protests that he does not cry and Mike mocks him for this. But both guys eventually list off the media that gives them "the feels." Enjoy this touching minisode!

This week in the news the guys get into EA games, the Infinity War trailer, and Olaf's Frozen Adventure. Then the man-children take a close look at This is US and discuss important topics such as; how will Jack die? Which is the best Randal? And does Toby suck? As always they end the episode by revealing their current obsessions. Enjoy!

The guys talk news, their current weird obsessions, and go deep on the new Justice League movie.

Welcome to a Minisode! A short episode where the guys tackle issues large and small. This week: Can a sequel ruin the original it's based on?

This week the guys discuss the cast of the new Lion King, Netflix's original film Wheelman, the new Duck Tales, and Interview with the Vampire.

Episode 1- the guys talk horror movies, books, and 90s sitcoms.