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Popped Culture

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Four men of a certain age discussing Pop Culture of the past and the present. Join them on the porch!

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Monroe Public Access

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Comedy

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Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 76: "The Biggest Bunch of A-holes in the Galaxy" The MCU Phase 2 06.07.2026

The Summer event continues as those men of a certain age discuss Phase 2 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including everyone's favorite racoon and tree!

Episode 75: "My Life as Stephen Colbert's Cameraman - For a Day" 15.06.2026

The men of a certain age gather for their 75h episode as Brian reveals his big secret of being Stephen Colbert's cameraman while Colbert was in Monroe, Michigan filming Only in Monroe. He tells his almost but maybe not quite compelling tale and the men wrap up the episode with a tribute to Stephen and one of his classic Late Show segments. You don't want to miss this one folks!

Episode 69: "From Meathead to Mensch" A Tribute to Rob Reiner 08.06.2026

The men of a certain age are back a couple days early to talk about the life and career of actor and director, Rob Reiner. What is their favorite Reiner movie? Is it one of yours? Pop a squat on the porch and find out!

Episode 74: "Avengers Assemble!" The MCU Phase 1 01.06.2026

Those men of a certain age return for their third summer event. This summer they discuss each of the first three phases of the Marvel Cinematic Universe! Of course not before the tangent off into beer country. Pop a squat on the porch and join us. They could do this all day.

Episode 73: "I Want Candy!" 18.05.2026

Those of men of a certain age wrap up the month of May with a look back at their favorite candy as kids. Dave reveals the real purpose behind the Marathon Bar for 14 year old boys and much to the horror of everyone, Brian shares what's in his bedroom nightstand drawers. Come on in and pop a squat on the porch and discover how sweet it is!

Episode 72: "The Brady's Vs. The Partridges!" 04.05.2026

Here's a story, of five men of a certain age, who were busy talking Brady Bunch and Partridge Family lore. None of them had hair of gold, like their mothers... heck two don't even have much hair at all anymore. So jump on the porch and join them. It's time to get happy because it's a sunshine day!

Episode 71: "I Want to Ride That First!" Amusement Parks 24.04.2026

The gentlemen of a certain age wrap up the month of April with a look at the evolution of amusement and theme parks. Each share their favorite rides or attractions and of course silliness ensues! Pop a squat on the porch as they delve into the history of parks that go back to the 1800's

Episode 70: "Shaken Not Stirred" 06.04.2026

His name is Bond, James Bond, and those men of a certain age gather around the porch to discuss all things Bond. What's your favorite Bond movie? Who's your favorite Bond? Have a seat on the porch and see if any of your favorites match the gangs.

Episode 68: "Do You Want to Play a Tournament?" 02.03.2026

The men of a certain age return and battle it out to determine what is the greatest television theme song of all time! Who will win the big tournament? Ron runs it while Jeff, Bob, Dave and Brian fight to keep their picks in the game. And check out our Facebook page to see who won and to play along!

Episode 67: "Snack it to Me!" 16.02.2026

The men of a certain age are back (well most of them) and this time they are talking snack cakes! From Little Debbie's to Hostess and beyond! Pull up a chair because if you thought you've heard these guys go off on tangents before.... you ain't heard nothing yet!

Episode 66: "They Don't Make Coke Like They Used To!" 02.02.2026

This week those men of a certain age reflect on the soda pop of their youth, including local favorites, Faygo, Vernors and Town Club. Pop a squat and join them on the porch!

Episode 65: "Fly Her Apart Than!" Starships! 19.01.2026

The men of a certain age and their very special guest return to wrap up January with a discussion on the various types and styles of starships that have been used in pop culture. From "The Day the Earth Stood Still" to "Firefly" and beyond. Of course things go a bit off the rails at times but hey, what do you expect from these porch sitters!

Episode 64: "I Want My MTV!" 05.01.2026

Not only are all five men back on the porch but Jeff brings a long time listener, and dare we say, a fan, with him! The gentlemen start 2026 discussing the rise and fall of one of Pop Culture's biggest juggernauts - MTV.

A Very Special Christmas Episode #3: "I Said Anise!" 19.12.2025

Surprise! Ron and Jeff bring their kids back for another Christmas discussion but since it's a Brian, Jeff and Ron episode, things go tend to go a bit sideways. However, discussions of Christmas cookies, movies and songs persevere no matter how off track Jeff tries to pull them - yes everyone is blaming Jeff!

Episode 63: "Eat Papa, Eat!" Rankin & Bass the Christmas Specials 15.12.2025

Rankin & Bass is the main topic of this Christmas conversation but of course those men of a certain age do what they do best and tangent all over the place. Heck, their fearless leader can barely pronounce the names! Yes it's another chaotic, yet silly, episode! Join the holiday spirit these men provide, kind of.

Episode 62: "It's Good to Be the King!" A Mel Brooks Tribute 01.12.2025

Those guys are back on the porch to talk all things about the legendary and EGOT winner, Mel Brooks. Tangents abound on this one but one thing remains true... Mel Brooks is da Man! Join us!

Episode 61: "From Cartoons to Balloons - A Thanksgiving Episode" 17.11.2025

Those guys of a certain age return to the porch to talk about the Thanksgiving balloons that came from classic cartoons. Speed Racer, Kiimba the White Lion, Popeye and of course Rocky and Bullwinkle! Grab a piece of holiday pie, a cup of java, and join them!

Episode 60: "The Twitch vs. The Blink" Samantha or Jeannie? 03.11.2025

Four out of the five men return to discuss two of the late 1960's most iconic sitcoms, Bewitched and I Dream of Jeannie, but as usual, things get silly on the porch and eventually the big questions is asked.... "Who would you rather..." Have a seat on the porch and join them!

Episode 59: "Children of the Night! Shut Up!" 20.10.2025

Ron, Jeff and Brian sit back down on the porch to talk all things vampires! Except Brian can't pronounce anything that has to do with vampires! It's another one of THOSE episodes folks.

Episode 58: "I Got a Rock!" 06.10.2025

Jeff, Ron and Brian are back on the porch as Halloween arrives once again! Jeff and Ron reminisce about their childhood Halloweens as well as their own children. Secrets come out! Giggles abound! Abraham Lincoln and Liver are mentioned yet again! And just which of these three gentlemen got to first base on their first hayride? Tune in to find out.

Episode 57: "And Then There's..... The Spin-Off!" 22.09.2025

Those five guys of a certain age are back to discuss the best and worst spin-offs in television history. All that and a shout out to Hi-C and the long gone Ecto Cooler! Join us on the porch!

Episode 56: "Superman Returns!!!! AGAIN!!!" 08.09.2025

Those men of a certain age kick off September with their own thoughts and opinions on the new James Gunn, Superman movie. Who liked it? Who didn't? Who was the standout? Here's a hint, for some of us it was a little furry dude! Come onto the porch and hang out with us.

Episode 55: "Some of Us Love Lucy" 18.08.2025

The men of a certain age wrap up their summer series by discussing Lucille Ball. However, a glitch in the system wiped out the first half of the show, so the first ten minutes is a bit weird, but hang in there folks, the guys get back on track. What can I say, the editor of this thing is older than dirt! Heeeeeere's Lucy!

Summer Annual #2 15.08.2025

Those men of a certain age are back for their second summer annual celebration! Well at least four of them! Several topics are covered including a discussion of the new Fantastic Four movie, what we never thought we'd see in our life time and another round of Match Game! Listen to the men chew their food! Gasp at Dave's answer to a Match Game question! Join us!

Episode 54: "They Sit This Way On Ork" - Robin Williams 04.08.2025

The gentlemen are back and their summer series nears its end. The Penultimate episode arrives as Brian chooses Robin Williams, to discuss and reflect upon. Come sit a spell and find out why Robin Williams was considered one of the funniest comics in history.

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