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.
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CAW! On today's all-new episode of pcmc Mike is joined, once again, by Bill Gagliardi. Mike and Bill sat down to discuss the 1994 goth-kid classic The Crow. Bill is a lifelong fan of the film and Mike is new to the franchise. Together they discuss its cultural impact, it's insane dialogue, and its incredible aethetics. If you like this conversation…
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386: Tragedy Girls (2017)
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1:13:32Hello! On today's all-new episode of pcmc, Mike is joined, once again, by Nadia Kader. Today Mike and Nadia are discussing the hidden gem horror comedy Tragedy Girls. This movie is like if Mean Girls and Scream had a baby. It follows the murderous rampage of two popular high school girls who want nothing more than viral fame. If you enjoy this epis…
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Welcome to the Greatest Adventure! On today's all-new episode of pcmc Mike is joined, once again, by good friend of the show, Nadia Kader. Mike and Nadia have come together to discuss the 1977 animated version of The Hobbit. Long before The Lord of the Rings was a household name, this animated film delighted, confused, and frightened generations of…
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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 …
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383: Downbeat Dragon Girlies
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1:33:57Welcome! 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 Wh…
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382: Star Trek Into Darkness (2013)
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44:08Welcome! 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…
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381: Beakman's World (1992 children's show)
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52:11Zaloom! 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 fo…
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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'…
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379: How We'd Fix Star Wars (In 2025)
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1:36:02Hello! 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 abou…
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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 n…
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377: In the Clerb We All Fam
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1:32:38Howdy! 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,…
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376: I Saw the TV Glow (2024)
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1:22:52Hello! 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 hel…
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375: The Man Who Folded Himself (Book)
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1:08:20Happy 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 fri…
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374: Holiday Special 2024: Black Christmas (1974)
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1:21:12Ho 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 dir…
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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 des…
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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, th…
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371: The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse (2020 - 2023)
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1:35:44Ahoy 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 ep…
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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…
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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 conten…
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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 @PCMCpo…
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367: Our Favorite Pop Culture Cars
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1:05:20VRRRrrrmm! 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 su…
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366: Halloween 2024 - Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)
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47:35BoooOOOooo! 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 s…
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365: Halloween 2024 - The Wolf Man (1941)
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1:00:16BoooOOOooo! 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…
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364: Halloween 2024 - The Invisible Man (1933)
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1:00:24BoooOOOooo! 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 show Mike sits down with Nadia Kader to discuss 1933's The Invisible Man. An underrated classic that's equal parts comedy and horror. Come back every Wednesday in October for more H…
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363: Halloween 2024 - Frankenstein (1931)
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59:03BoooOOOooo! 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 sits down with Anthony to discuss 1931's Frankenstein. The The monster of monsters! Come back every Wednesday in October for more Halloween fun! find us everywhere @PCM…
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362: Halloween 2024 - Dracula (1931)
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1:20:57BoooOOOooo! 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 the first episode Mike sits down with Janine to discuss 1931's Dracula. The Universal Monster that started it all. Come back every Wednesday in October for more Halloween fun! find us every…
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Boo! On today's ghostly new episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Nadia Kader. Mike and Nadia are back again talking about Japanese Horror! This time it's the 1964 classic Kwaidan. An anthology film based on four spooky Japanese folk tales. For more spooky episodes stay tuned for our yearly Halloween celebration coming soon! find us everyw…
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360: Insha Fitzpatrick Returns! (Writer of "Sightseeing with Aliens")
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54:44Welcome to Earth! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined by returning guest Insha Fitzpatrick. Insha is the weird and wonderful author of kid's books like "Who Sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott?" and the "A Totally Factual Field Guide to the Supernatural" series. Her latest book is "Sightseeing with Aliens," the third in this series. Mi…
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Ahoy! On today's all new episode of PCMC host Mike Bongiorno is joined, once again, by Vin Forte. Mike and Vin are continuing on their Star Trek journey, this time discussing the final film for the "next gen" cast, 2002's Star Trek: Nemesis. This is one of the middling Star Trek movies, not quite good but not quite bad. If you enjoy hearing Mike an…
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Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC host Mike Bongiorno is joined, once again, by regular contributor Vin Forte. Together Mike and Vin discuss the abysmal 1997 movie The Pest, starring John Leguizamo. This movie is like if Ace Venture and Jeff Dunham's racist puppets had a baby. We usually don't like to trash stuff on PCMC but if we have to l…
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357: Third Tier Lear & Rude Dentists
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1:48:11Hello! On today's all new full episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony Bongiorno. Together the guys talk pop culture news, review new trailers, and confess their current obsessions. Topics on today's show include: cable TV, Megalopolis, Saturday Night (2024), Gary (2024), Y2K (2024), Norman Lear, Wicked, Only Murders in the Building,…
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Howdy! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Peter Marsh. Peter is the cohost and co-creator of the youtube channels "Comic Books Transformed" and "The Lasser Cast." Mike and Peter are together to discuss "Bubba Ho-Tep" a low budget horror comedy from 2002. If you haven't seen the movie go watch it! But even if you're no…
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Howdy fellow monsters! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Janine. Together they discuss the 2023 Netflix animated movie Nimona! Mike really loved the movie, but Janine has some gripes with it's characters. They discuss the films style, its narrative, it's symbolism, and its origins, all while making stupid jokes! If …
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354: They Call Me the Tornado
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2:01:07SPOILER ALERT for Longlegs (2024), Deadpool & Wolverine (2024), and Star Wars: The Acolyte (2024) Hello! On today's all new full length episode of PCMC, Mike is joined by the aways great, Janine Gagliardi. On this episode Mike and Janine talk pop culture news, review new trailers, and confess their current obsessions. Topics on today's show include…
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353: Humanoids from the Deep (1980)
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1:01:36TRIGGER WARNING: discussion of fictional sexual assault and animal abuse. Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Nadia Kader. Together they discuss the 1980 off-the-wall horror movie Humanoids from the Deep. This is a Roger Corman production, so you know its going to be offensive, tawdry, and insane. If you haven'…
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Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined by long time friend of the pod, Nadia Kader. Mike and Nadia take a deep-dive into the 2022 Australian horror film Talk to Me. This film is scary, violent and full of interesting imagery. Mike and Nadia, discuss the films visual language, it's superb acting, and its mysterious narrative. Big …
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As if! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony. The two are together to discuss the 1995 classic teen comedy Clueless. Clueless is the film that introduced us to Alicia Silverstone, and made us fall in love with Brittany Murphy and Paul Rudd. If you haven't seen it, do yourself a favor and go watch it right now! T…
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350: Colonel Mustard's Last Stand
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1:42:56Welcome to a full length episode of PCMC! On today's fully Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony. Together the guys discuss pop culture news, review new trailers, and confess their current media obsessions. Topics on today's show include: reading slumps, Mike Flanagan's Exorcist, Practical Magic 2, Sony buys Alamo Drafthouse, Paddington in Peru (2…
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To me, my man-children! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined by Emilio Sparks. Mike and Emilio are together to discuss the new Disney+ animated series "X-Men ' 97." Emilio is very familiar with the original X-Men animated series, and he is acting as a guide to Mike, who is an X-Men novice. The guys discuss the shows highlights, it's s…
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348: Star Trek: Insurrection (1998)
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54:27Welcome aboard! On today's show Mike is joined by PCMC's resident Trekkie, Mr. Vin Forte. Vin is here to discuss the 1998 cinematic disappointment known as Star Trek: Insurrection. The guys discuss what's good about it, what's bad about it, and how it could have been fixed. If you like hearing these two nerds discuss Star Trek, look up on the feed …
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347: Star Trek: First Contact (1996)
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56:03Greetings Earthlings! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by resident Trekkie, Vin Forte. Today the guys are discussing the awesome 1996 movie Star Trek: First Contact! This movie has it all, a Borg Queen, robot orgasms, Picard in a t-shirt, and the dad from Babe! Even if you don't like Star Trek this episode will make yo…
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PREVIEW - Mike talks "Doctor Who" on Comic Books Transformed
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9:14Hey everyone! It's Friday and we have a special preview for you. Mike has been joining friend of the pod, Peter Marsh, on his youtube show Comic Books Transformed. Mike and Peter have been covering the newest season of Doctor Who, the first airing on Disney+. This is just a short preview but if you like what you hear go over to Comic Books Transfor…
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346: Masters of the Universe (1987)
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1:09:42Good journey! On today's episode Mike is joined, once again, by Peter Marsh (Comic Books Transformed / Lassercast) to discuss more Masters of the Universe! This time its the 1987 cult classic movie version, produced by The Cannon Group. This movie could only be made in the 80s, its colorful, scary, mean, silly, sexy, yet still for children! If you …
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345: Our Favorite Character Actors
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1:10:42Hello! Today on PCMC its a salute to character actors. The faces you know, and the names you don't. Mike and Janine list their favorite all time character actors from movies and TV. Play along at home by googling each actor they say, so you can look at their picture and say "Oh I know that guy!" If you like PCMC share us with your nerdiest friends.…
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Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again by Janine. Together they review new trailers, talk about what pop culture they're currently chilling with, and confess their current media obsessions. Topics on this episode: Ultraman: Rising (2024), Jim Henson Idea Man (2024), Wicked (2024), Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024), the M…
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343: Our Dream Crossovers
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1:09:12Welcome! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike and Bill discuss their dream pop culture crossovers. The coming together of two intellectual properties. This is NOT an episode on Our Dream Cinematic Universe, we did that already! (check out episode 214). This is our choices for simple crossovers and mashups ala Jetsons Meet the Flinstones or Fredd…
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342: Vampire Hunter D (1985)
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1:21:59Howdy! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Bill Gagliardi. Bill is a huge fan of the 1985 anime classic Vampire Hunter D, and Mike has never seen it until now. Mike and Bill discuss how rad the anime is. It's aesthetics, it's story, it's characters, what it's influences are, and what it influenced in current pop cultur…
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341: Sickest Burns in Pop Culture
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47:18Your mother! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony Bongiorno. The guys count down their top ten sickest burns (insults, put-downs, reads) in pop culture. You dumb jerks are going to love this episode! If you like what you hear be sure to subscribe and leave us a review. Find us @PCMCpod everywhere…
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340: Stolen Videos & Scratchy Voices
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1:35:06Welcome! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony Bongiorno. Together the guys talk pop culture news, review new trailers, and confess their current obsessions. Topics in today's show: Lucy, J.K. Rowling, Megalopolis, The Blair Witch Project, Cheers, Ziwe, Jerry Seinfeld, Molly Ringwald, Heat, Nicky Cass, TikTok, Im…
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339: History of Mickey Mouse w/ Writer Jeff Ryan
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1:07:49Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined by writer/historian Jeff Ryan. Jeff is the author of "Super Mario: How Nintendo Conquered America," and his forthcoming book, "Your Worshipfulness: Starring Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia." He stopped by PCMC to talk about his book "A Mouse Divided: How Ub Iwerks Became Forgotten, and Walt Di…
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