Place to Be Nation POP Experience artwork

Place to Be Nation POP Experience

1,319 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratings

Place to Be Nation’s Pop Culture podcast feed featuring shows on movies, TV, books, comics, music, sports, nostalgia and much more!

Film Reviews TV & Film
Homepage Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed

Episodes

Pop Goes To The Couch - The Falcon And The Winter Soldier S1 E4 "The Whole World Is Watching"

April 13, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 33.5 MB

Pop Goes To The Couch continues on their coverage the latest entry into the MCU on Disney+, The Falcon And The Winter Soldier. Andy Atherton, Scott Shifflett, Tim Capel & Shawn Kidd review and break down Season 1 Episode 4 “The Whole World Is Watching”. In this spoiler-filled discussion they go over the plot elements, as well as any Easter eggs they have spotted as well as given their thoughts on what everything means in the overall story of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Popcorn Chicken Salad #1 - Mortal Kombat (1995)

April 13, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MB

On the debut edition of Popcorn Chicken Salad join Ben Locke, Logan Crosland and Matt Souza as they sit back and watch the 1995 'classic' Mortal Kombat. After explaining the concept of the show they try to make sense of the lack of blood in the movie despite the very high level of violence throughout the film. They also get to enjoy the soundtrack as well as discuss their love for the Mortal Kombat and Streetfighter games. We also have time to admire the high level of production and CGI that...

Pop Goes To The Couch - The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers S1 E3 "Breakaway"

April 12, 2021 22:00 - 34 minutes - 15.6 MB

Pop Goes To The Couch continues their coverage of the streaming series, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers. In the third installment, James Gruenberg & Greg Diener review and break down Season 1 Episode 3 “Breakaway”. In this spoiler-filled discussion they go over the plot elements, favorite moments and predict what to expect on the next episode.

Pop Goes The Movies - Godzilla Vs. Kong

April 09, 2021 19:00 - 45 minutes - 21 MB

On the latest episode of the Pop Goes The Movies Andy Atherton is joined by Scott Shifflett to review Godzilla Vs. Kong. They start off by giving their thoughts and histories with the title characters’ filmographies. Then in a spoiler-filled discussion, they go over the what they thought are the pluses and minuses of the movie including: the big fights, the uselessness of most of the human characters, Hollow Earth, similarities it has with other films of the genre and whether or the film ser...

Battlestar In The 25th Century #5

April 09, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 29.5 MB

On episode 5 of Battlestar in the 25th Century, Shawn and Scott watch Battlestar Galactica episode #4, “Lost Planet of the Gods part 1”. They discuss Space Bromances, Space Covid, Space Charlie’s Angels, the pure hacheness of Jane Seymour, Adamas drinking and unusually long arms, the ships doctor trying to win an Emmy, how anyone can fly a viper, Baltar’s weird staring at walls in a chair gimmick and so much more!

Pop Goes The Classics - 101 Dalmatians (1961)

April 08, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 28.9 MB

On the thirteenth installment of the Pop Goes The Classics series looking at the Disney animated features, Andy Atherton, Steve Riddle & Mirandia Berthold look at 1961’s 101 Dalmatians. They discuss the many aspects of the film including: the different feel and look of the movie from the previous ones; the parallel love stories of Roger and Anita & Pongo and Perdita; the sadisticness and insanity of Cruella de Vil; “The Twilight Bark”; the vast array of personalities of the puppies and the l...

Pop Goes To The Couch - The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers S1 E2 "Dusters"

April 07, 2021 19:00 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MB

Pop Goes To The Couch continues their coverage of the streaming series, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers. In the second installment, James Gruenberg, J Arsenio D’Amato & Greg Diener review and break down Season 1 Episode 2 “Dusters”. In this spoiler-filled discussion they go over the plot elements, favorite moments and predict what to expect on the next episode.

It Was a Thing on TV Twin Pack: Episodes 149 & 150 - Legends of the Superheroes/Not Another High School Show

April 07, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 48 MB

This week on It Was a Thing on TV we have a very star-studded drop for you here on Place to be Nation.   First, in honor of Zack Snyder's Justice League dropping on HBO Max we look at the 1979 DC/Hanna-Barbara offering Legends of the Superheroes. It was like Superfriends became a live action show with a horrible laugh track.  If you thought the laugh track was bad, wait until you hear about the production values.   Then, we begin Pilot Month 2021 in our 150th Episode. A favorite movie of ours...

Pop Goes To The Couch - The Falcon And The Winter Soldier S1 E3 "Power Broker"

April 06, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 29.9 MB

Pop Goes To The Couch continues on their coverage the latest entry into the MCU on Disney+, The Falcon And The Winter Soldier. Tim Capel, Andy Atherton, Scott Shifflett & Shawn Kidd review and break down Season 1 Episode 3 “Power Broker”. In this spoiler-filled discussion they go over the plot elements, as well as any Easter eggs they have spotted as well as given their thoughts on what everything means in the overall story of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

PTBN’s NBA-Team: Waiting for Superman

April 06, 2021 13:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MB

Now that the college game is done with the sports airwaves in March, hope springs eternal in April, but how much longer can some teams in the NBA keeping holding out for better days? Adam Murray and Andrew Riche, Place To Be Nation’s NBA-Team, will dive in to this topic as we discuss the long absences of LeBron, Anthony Davis, Joel Embiid, and KD, who won or lost at the trade deadline, teams with one eye already on the lottery, and more! So suit up and take it out on the PTBN Pop Feed with E...

Making Mt. Rushmore #15 - Comedy Cartoon Series & Action Cartoon Series

April 05, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MB

In the fifteenth episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, panelists Ray Carsillo, Ben Locke & Steve Riddle join moderator Andy Atherton to discuss which comedy cartoon shows deserve a place as on their respective lists. Is The Simpsons a no-brainer? What about The Flintstones? Will South Park grab a spot? Does Animaniacs or Scooby Doo deserve a place? After that, they discuss which action cartoon series will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles shouldn’t get a...

PTBN Trivia Night - The 90's (#7)

April 02, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 32.8 MB

Welcome to PTBN Trivia Night, Place To Be Nation Pop’s first ever trivia game show! In our seventh episode, Matt Souza, Greg Diener & Mike Valente face off to see which one of them is all that and a bag of chips when it comes to 90’s trivia. Settle in and play along to see if you have what it takes to be a contestant on a future episode of PTBN Trivia Night!

Blockbuster Rewind - Ocean's Franchise (#10)

April 01, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 77.8 MB

On the tenth episode of Blockbuster Rewind, co-hosts Andy Atherton, Scott Shifflett & Eric Eells are joined by their guest “The Cowboy” Roger Morrissette to discuss the Ocean’s franchise. They go through each of the films and talk about the all-star cast of each film; the pluses and minuses of the heists planned by the crews; the terms and banter that permeate the scripts; some of the plot holes that exists in the series; rank the targets and antagonists and discuss if the franchise could be...

Pop Goes To The Couch - The Falcon And The Winter Soldier S1 E2 "The Star-Spangled Man"

March 31, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 28.4 MB

Pop Goes To The Couch continues on their coverage the latest entry into the MCU on Disney+, The Falcon And The Winter Soldier. Scott Shifflett, Tim Capel, Andy Atherton  & Shawn Kidd review and break down Season 1 Episode 2 “The Star-Spangled Man”. In this spoiler-filled discussion they go over the plot elements, as well as any Easter eggs they have spotted as well as given their thoughts on what everything means in the overall story of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Into the Spidey Movieverse: Episode 1 - Spider-Man (2002)

March 31, 2021 13:00 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MB

On the first official episode of Place to be Nation POP's special limited event podcast leading up to "Spider-Man: Far From Home" Greg Diener and Chico Alexander from "It Was a Thing on TV" look back on the first Spider-Man movie from 2002 directed by Sam Raimi.   They look back and discuss some of their favorite scenes and moments from the film along with talking about giant life-size statues of Spider-Man that you could win at Blockbuster. Also on what other podcast will you hear a discussi...

Pop Goes To The Couch - The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers S1 E1 "Game On"

March 30, 2021 20:00 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MB

A new Pop Goes To The Couch pod series starts up with coverage of the new streaming series, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers. In this first installment, James Gruenberg & J Arsenio D'Amato review and break down Season 1 Episode 1 “Game On”. In this spoiler-filled discussion they go over the plot elements, as well as touch on their thoughts on the films that this series comes from.

Telly & Tea: Afternoon Tea - WandaVision

March 30, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 37.4 MB

Join Mirandia and Ben for another spot of Afternoon Tea as they talk about the television hit of the year so far, WandaVision. The pair discuss their backgrounds in Marvel fandom and the expectations for the series going into it. They then break things down episode by episode and then what they liked and didn't like about the show (Spoiler: this mostly involved Tyler Hayward). Ben and Mirandia also get to wax lyrical about Elizabeth Olson and Kathryn Hahn and speculate on the direction that...

Piece of the Action #10: Logan

March 29, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 79.2 MB

In the newest episode of Piece of the Action, Matt welcomes Logan Crosland to the show to watch the 2017 classic Logan! Listen as Matt and Logan discuss Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Stephen Merchant, Great Value Jax from Sons of Anarchy, the cold and soulless eyes of young girl they are trying to protect, the crazy amount of blood, and so much more! Do you like Patrick Stewart impressions? If so, then this is the show for you! It’s the new Piece of the Action!

Battlestar In The 25th Century #4

March 26, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 28.2 MB

On episode 4 of Battlestar in the 25th Century, Shawn and Scott live watch Buck Rogers episode 2, “Awakening Part 2.” They discuss a cool space battle opening, Buck schooling Earth’s pilots with his 87 NASA skills, angry Kane, a Wilma vs. Ardala choice, why are these women in love with Buck after 2 episodes, Why does Wilma’s mouth not move sometimes when she speaks, one of the most cringeworthy entertaining dance scenes ever, humans and robots not being very smart in the 25th Century, Formal...

The Most Sensational, Inspirational, Celebrational, Muppetational Podcast #1

March 25, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 49 MB

On the inaugural episode of The Most Sensational, Inspirational, Celebrational, Muppetational Podcast, Mirandia Berthold & Andy Atherton talk about their love for The Muppets as well as give the show’s mission statement. For this installment, they review the first four episodes of season one of The Muppet Show that featured guest stars: Juliet Prowse, Connie Stevens, Joel Grey & Ruth Buzzi. And give their thoughts on their favorite characters and sketches that appeared in each.

Pop Goes The Movies - Zack Snyder's Justice League

March 24, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 51 MB

On the latest episode of the Pop Goes The Movies Andy Atherton is joined by Scott Shifflett, Shawn Kidd & Tim Capel to review Zack Synder’s Justice League. They start off by giving their thoughts on the theatrical version, then they go over the differences between to the two versions, remarking on the changes that they liked and the ones that missed the mark. Also, they give their thoughts on where the DCEU could be headed after this re-cut.

It Was a Thing on TV Tripleheader: Episodes 144, 145 & 146 - Alabama Leprechaun/Coupling (US)/Married for Life

March 24, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MB

This Week on It Was a Thing on TV, the gang discussed a pair of adaptations of famous TV shows that got lost in translation while taking a visit to Alabama.   First, this leprechaun story was one of the first viral YouTube videos, from back in 2006.  This story got significant media attention and was soon spoofed on shows including Key and Peele and South Park.  Was it really a leprechaun?   Next, we look at the import from the UK, Coupling, which was to be the next big thing after Friends, b...

Pop Goes To The Couch – The Falcon And The Winter Soldier S1 E1 "New World Order"

March 23, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 30.2 MB

Pop Goes To The Couch starts up a new pod series covering the latest entry into the MCU on Disney+, The Falcon And The Winter Soldier. In this first installment, Shawn Kidd, Scott Shifflett, Tim Capel & Andy Atherton review and break down Season 1 Episode 1 "New World Order". In this spoiler-filled discussion they go over the plot elements, as well as any Easter eggs they have spotted as well as given their thoughts on what everything means in the overall story of the Marvel Cinematic Univer...

Making Mt. Rushmore #14 - Video Game Characters & Video Game Franchises

March 22, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 36.5 MB

In the fourteenth episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, panelists Steve Riddle, Logan Crosland & Scott Criscuolo join moderator Andy Atherton to discuss which video game characters deserve a place as on their respective lists. Is Donkey Kong a no-brainer? What about Mario? Will Sonic The Hedgehog grab a spot? Does Bowser or Tecmo Bo deserve a place? After that, they discuss which video game franchises will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that the Madden series shouldn’t get a spot? Will Su...

PTBN Trivia Night – The 80's (#6)

March 19, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 32.3 MB

Welcome to PTBN Trivia Night, Place To Be Nation Pop’s first ever trivia game show! In our sixth episode, Kevin Tucker, Scott Criscuolo & J Arsenio D'Amato face off to see which one of them is the most rad, tubular and gnarly when it comes to 80's trivia. Settle in and play along to see if you have what it takes to be a contestant on a future episode of PTBN Trivia Night!

Feeling Good...For Now #3: "Chicken Sandwich Armistice"

March 18, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 91.3 MB

In episode 3, Glenn Butler and a returning Jordan Duncan join Steve for the socially distant equivalent of a group hug. Topics covered include peanut butter cup evolution, socially competent spelling bees, exceptional educators, prophets: false? and the amazing world of wind power at sea. Plus: Glenn Recommends a Podcast! (patent pending) SPECTACULAR ADVICE~: University of Michigan’s Ten Things for Your Mental Health Let's come together so we can feel good…for now! Looking for advice? Sure y...

Laugh-In Theater - Rat Race with James Gruenberg

March 18, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 54 MB

On the fortieth episode of Laugh-In Theater, Andy Atherton welcomes back James Gruenberg to do a live watch of the 2001 comedy, Rat Race. The guys discuss insurance scams; Amy Smart’s filmography; watching movies in hotel rooms; visiting a psychic; twenty-five cent slots; secret publicity stunts; narcolepsy; placing bets on anything; pissed-off ex-girlfriends; fear of heights; coincidences & Smash Mouth. So remember, you should’ve bought a squirrel.

It Was a Thing on TV Twin Pack: Episodes 142 & 143 - The Super Mario Bros. Super Show/The Golden Palace

March 17, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 71.4 MB

This week on It Was a Thing on TV we've got you covered from Mario to Betty White to Rowdy Roddy Piper to Don Cheadle.   First, in honor of Mario Day last week, we pay our respects to this non-holiday by looking at the unforgettable Super Mario Bros. Super Show!  One of us never watched this on Fridays for reasons.   Then, we look at the short-lived sequel to The Golden Girls in The Golden Palace. It looked good on paper.  Minus Dorothy, it was, for the most part, its predecessor.  But hoo bo...

Battle Star In The 25th Century #3

March 12, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 36.2 MB

On a wild episode 3 of Battlestar in the 25th Century, Shawn and Scott live watch episode 1 of Buck Rogers, “Awakening Part 1.” After discussing the show, the premise and history behind it they jump into commentary on the differences in the late night Cinemax theater version of the opening (will play at end of episode) vs.TV version, Gorgeous Princess Ardala, her taste for men and her angry advisor Kane, space drugs, the ships, the costumes, militant hot Wilma Deering, creepy robots with bod...

Pop Goes The Classics - Sleeping Beauty

March 11, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 28.2 MB

On the twelfth installment of the Pop Goes The Classics series looking at the Disney animated features, Mirandia Berthold, Andy Atherton & Steve Riddle look at 1959’s Sleeping Beauty. They discuss the many aspects of the films including: the return to the princess-led fairy tale; the unique animation style; the dynamic between Flora, Fauna & Meriweather; Prince Phillip being the most fleshed out prince to date & where Maleficent falls in the Disney villain rankings.

It Was a Thing on TV Twin Pack: Episodes 140 & 141 - Ace Crawford...Private Eye/You Don't Know Jack

March 10, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MB

This week on It Was a Thing on TV we look at two short-lived flops from two different comedy legends.   First, Tim Conway is a legend but it seems he's only best known for The Carol Burnett Show and Dorf on Golf.  One of his post-Burnett flops is Ace Crawford...Private Eye, a detective show in a similar vein to Police Squad!, but with a horrible laugh track.   Then, it was to be Paul Reubens' bounce back role after Pee Wee's Playhouse was cancelled.  You Don't Know Jack is but a blip in TV hi...

Pop Goes The Movies - Coming 2 America

March 09, 2021 21:00 - 37 minutes - 17 MB

Pop Goes The Movies returns with J Arsenio D'Amato and Andy Atherton discussing the latest big movie to hit streaming, Coming 2 America. The guys talk about their love for the original and give their thoughts on the sequel regarding the fun additions that join the returning original cast members, including the many characters played by both Eddie Murphy & Arsenio Hall and the fan service and callbacks. Whether it's in the theater or at home streaming, we'll be here to breakdown and review t...

PTBN’s NBA-Team: A Tale of Two Halves

March 09, 2021 14:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

We are at the halfway point of the season and the All-Star break, so while the rest of the NBA takes a vacay before the second half of the season starts up, Adam Murray and Andrew Riche are here to talk basketball. On this episode, Riche and Adam focus on the head coach firing spree which began in Minnesota and Atlanta, if they were deserved or not, and if there are more to come soon. Then they visit Gotham to talk about the defensively driven New York Knicks, and the superstar-driven scorin...

Pop Goes To The Couch – WandaVision S1 E9 “The Series Finale”

March 08, 2021 21:00 - 2 hours - 66.6 MB

Pop Goes To The Couch continues it’s latest series, WandaVision. In this episode, Andy Atherton, Tim Capel, Shawn Kidd, Scott Shifflett & Scott Criscuolo review and break down Episode 9 of Season 1 “The Series Finale”. In this spoiler-filled discussion, they go over the plot elements, as well as any Easter eggs they have spotted as well as given their thoughts on what everything means in the overall story of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Making Mt. Rushmore #13 - Play By Play Announcers & Color Commentators

March 08, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 35.8 MB

In the thirteenth episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, panelists J Arsenio D’Amato, Steve Bennett, Roger Morrissette & Scott Criscuolo join moderator Andy Atherton to discuss which play by play announers deserve a place as on their respective lists. Is Marv Albert a no-brainer? What about Vin Scully? Will Howard Cosell grab a spot? Does Al Michaels or Pat Summerall deserve a place? After that, they discuss which color commentators will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that John Madden shou...

Telly & Tea: Afternoon Tea - Great British Bake-Off

March 06, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 28.9 MB

In a special podblast edition, Mirandia and Ben pick up on where they left off in talking all things The Great British Bake Off. We discuss our personal lockdown lives for a few minutes before we start, we break the series down episode by episode and talk about our favourite contestants and challenges from the series as well as what didnt quite hit the mark (Sussex pond puddings we are looking right at you!). We also preview the upcoming celebrity specials that are starting this month. Its t...

PTBN Trivia Night - Star Wars (#5)

March 05, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 28.8 MB

Welcome to PTBN Trivia Night, Place To Be Nation Pop’s first ever trivia game show! In our fifth episode, Jon Keselica, Drew Hughes & Robert Hawkins face off to see which one of them has the force with them when it comes to Star Wars trivia. Settle in and play along to see if you have what it takes to be a contestant on a future episode of PTBN Trivia Night!

Blockbuster Rewind - Robocop Franchise (#9)

March 04, 2021 14:00 - 3 hours - 84 MB

On the ninth episode of Blockbuster Rewind, co-hosts Eric Eells, Andy Atherton & Scott Shifflett are joined by guests Bronx Johnny & Tim Capel to discuss the Robocop franchise. They go through each of the films and talk about the unreal amount of violence; the somewhat dystopian future setting; the bad guys and varying degrees of their nefarious and sometimes ridiculous plans; the many actors who early in their careers had roles in the films; the various issues with the scripts, and try to f...

It Was a Thing on TV Twin Pack: Episodes 138 & 139 - The Powers of Matthew Star/To Tell The Truth '80

March 03, 2021 14:00 - 2 hours - 60.7 MB

This week's drop on It Was a Thing on TV has it all from Dick Clark to Louis Gossett Jr. to Larry King and to ..... Tommy Heinsohn? WHAT? We explain it all as we discuss this week's topics of Obscure TV.   First, we start with the short lived NBC Sci-Fi show "The Powers of Matthew Star" This show tried to be something at first, but then the format changed halfway through its only season.  Apparently the only power Matthew Star had was to become a footnote in history. But hey, at least we got ...

Pop Goes To The Couch - WandaVision S1 E8 "Previously On"

March 01, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 33.4 MB

Pop Goes To The Couch continues it’s latest series, WandaVision. In this episode, Andy Atherton, Tim Capel, Shawn Kidd & Scott Shifflett review and break down Episode 8 of Season 1 “Previously On”. In this spoiler-filled discussion, they go over the plot elements, as well as any Easter eggs they have spotted as well as given their thoughts on what everything means in the overall story of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Into the Spidey Movieverse: Pilot

February 27, 2021 14:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MB

Place to be Nation presents a special limited event podcast which will be released sporadically over the course of the year.   Greg Diener and Chico Alexander from It Was a Thing on TV will recap and review each of the nine movies released since 2002 that feature either Spider-Man or Spider-Man related characters that have been featured on the silver screen.   In the pilot episode to get you ready for the series, Greg and Chico look at all the adaptations to get Spider-Man to the big screen t...

Battlestar In The 25th Century #2

February 26, 2021 14:00 - 2 hours - 57.4 MB

On episode 2 of Battlestar in the 25th Century, Shawn and Scott live watch Saga of a Star World Part 2 & 3, the final two parts of the Battlestar Galactica Series premiere. They discuss one of them making the decision to bring this box set on their honeymoon much to the new wife’s chagrin (Hint: wasn’t Scott), Sire Uri and his uncanny resemblance to the diplomatic immunity guy from Lethal Weapon 2, Starbuck’s woman “problems”, Serena looking to make Apollo her baby’s daddy, horrifying robot ...

Year In Pop - 1988

February 25, 2021 14:00 - 2 hours - 55.7 MB

In the seventeenth episode of The Year In Pop, co-hosts Andy Atherton and Scott Criscuolo are joined by J Arsenio D’Amato and George Ribellino to discuss all of the goings on in the news, sports, TV, music and movies for the year 1988. The guys talk in depth about Kirk Gibson’s dramatic World Series home run; Wayne Gretsky’s final season with the Edmonton Oilers; The Wonder Years; Just The Ten Of Us; Mike Myers joining SNL; George Michael’s “Faith” album; Rain Man & Child’s Play.

It Was a Thing on TV Tripleheader: Episode 136, Minisode 5 & Episode 137 - Li'l Bush/Barack Obama Gold Plate/Alliance of American Football

February 24, 2021 14:00 - 2 hours - 67.5 MB

This week on It Was a Thing on TV we're honoring 'Merica with a look at the Presidents and some good ol fashioned American Football.   First, we thought Lil' Bush would be a fair topic for a President's Day episode.  Boy, were we wrong.  For the most part, this aged like bad cheese.  What seemed like a good idea in the 2000s ended up having a very short shelf life, running on one-note political gags from 15 years ago.  We apologize in advance.   Next, we continue the President's Day theme by ...

PTBN’s NBA-Team - ... And We’re Back!

February 24, 2021 04:30 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MB

After a 14-month hiatus, Adam Murray and Andrew Riche are BACK in action to discuss all things NBA basketball!!! After a short discussion about a “somewhat” eventful 2020, the duo focus on the early regular season success of the Utah Jazz led by Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert, the post-Finals struggles of the Miami Heat, that all-timer poster dunk by #1 pick Anthony Edwards, Riche’s obsession with the word “malaise,” and much more. So hop back on the court and run with the NBA-Team!

Pop Goes To The Couch - WandaVision S1 E7 "Breaking The Fourth Wall"

February 24, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

Pop Goes To The Couch continues it’s latest series, WandaVision. In this episode, Andy Atherton, Tim Capel, Shawn Kidd & Scott Shifflett review and break down Episode 7 of Season 1 “Breaking The Fourth Wall”. In this spoiler-filled discussion, they go over the plot elements, as well as any Easter eggs they have spotted as well as given their thoughts on what everything means in the overall story of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Making Mt. Rushmore #12 - 80's One-Hit Wonders & 90's One-Hit Wonders

February 22, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 33.9 MB

In the twelfth episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, panelists Matt Souza, Steve Riddle, Shawn Kidd, Tim Slomka & Logan Crosland join moderator Andy Atherton to discuss which 80’s One-Hit Wonders deserve a place as on their respective lists. Is “Take On Me” a no-brainer? What about “Come On Eileen”? Will “Whip It” grab a spot? Does “Tainted Love” or “867-5309/Jenny” deserve a place? After that, they discuss which 90’s One-Hit Wonders will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that “The Macarena”...

PTBN Trivia Night - Friends (#4)

February 19, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 27.5 MB

Welcome to PTBN Trivia Night, Place To Be Nation Pop’s first ever trivia game show! In our fourth episode, Ben Locke, Calum McDougall & Calvin Crowell face off to see which one of them can pivot and lift & slide to a win when it comes to Friends trivia. Settle in and play along to see if you have what it takes to be a contestant on a future episode of PTBN Trivia Night!

Feeling Good...For Now #2 “Friends of the Program

February 18, 2021 18:15 - 1 hour - 85.5 MB

In a rare twist in the media landscape, Steve picks up his own podcast for development.   Glenn Butler rejoins the show - topics covered include the introduction of close personal friends of the show, Patches the cat, the culinary art of soda, and integrating the cosmos through native languages.   SPECTACULAR ADVICE~: Setting Intentions   E-mail the show at: [email protected]        

It Was a Thing on TV Twin Pack: Episodes 134 & 135 - Goddess of Love/Bzzz!

February 17, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 36.7 MB

Did you enjoy Valentine's Day? Well if you didn't, we got the perfect medicine with these two love-themed episodes of It Was a Thing on TV.   First, Vanna White was everywhere in the late 80s--Wheel of Fortune twice a day, touring the country by train, a best-selling writer, and scantily clad in an adult magazine.  NBC tried to capitalize on her success with a made-for-TV movie starring Vanna called Goddess of Love, which was downright bad.   Then, the love theme continues with a fun little g...

Guests

David Herman
1 Episode

Books

Revenge of the Sith
2 Episodes
The Invisible Man
1 Episode
The Phantom Menace
1 Episode