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Pop Goes To The Couch – WandaVision S1 E6 “All-New Halloween Spooktacular”
February 16, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBPop Goes To The Couch continues it’s latest series, WandaVision. In this episode, Scott Shifflett, Andy Atherton, Tim Capel & Shawn Kidd review and break down Episode 6 of Season 1 “All-New Halloween Spooktacular”. 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.
Piece of the Action #9: Lethal Weapon
February 15, 2021 17:30 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBOn the new episode of Piece of the Action, Matt welcomes Jennifer Smith back to the show to watch the 1987 classic Lethal Weapon! Listen to Matt and Jenny discuss Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Gary Busey, Gary Busey Pet Judge, baths, a daughter with lust in her eyes, gaping holes in kitchens, electrocution, bad villain names, ridiculous fight scenes and so much more! Are you too old for this? Well, even if you are, enjoy the new edition of Piece of the Action!
Battlestar In The 25th Century #1
February 12, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.1 MBOn the debut episode of Battlestar in the 25th Century, hosts Shawn and Scott break down the premise of the show and the why as well as outline some details on how Battlestar Galactica came together and historical facts of the show. They then jump into episode 1, Part 1 of 3, with a live watch where they discuss awesome music and intro, the effects, costumes, cool ships, the stupid President that leads humanity to destruction, The evil Baltar, Rick Springfield playing a big role and being ab...
Laugh-In Theater #39 - The Hangover with Steve Riddle
February 11, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBOn the thirty-ninth episode of Laugh-In Theater, Andy Atherton welcomes Steve Riddle to do a live watch of the 2009 comedy, The Hangover. The guys discuss Las Vegas bachelor parties; blind spots; running gags; Vegas hotels; letting the dogs out; Jägermeister; being part of a wolf pack; The High Roller Package; Phil’s breaking point; Heather Graham’s filmography; getting tased; Stu’s lack of car door safety; which spices tigers love; the damage bill; sofa pizza & Jonas Brothers concerts. So r...
It Was a Thing on TV: Episode 133: Super Bowl Shuffle Parodies and Knockoffs
February 10, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 64.7 MBThe game may be over but It Was a Thing on TV presents a very special musical inspired football themed episode of the podcast. In 1985, the Chicago Bears earned a place in pop culture history with their iconic song and music video during their Super Bowl winning season. Over the years, several teams and companies outside of football have tried to replicate the Bears magic with not much success. We cover a variety of these songs in the longest episode of the podcast yet! Follow us on our s...
Pop Goes To The Couch - WandaVision S1 E5 "On This Very Special Episode"
February 09, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBPop Goes To The Couch continues it’s latest series, WandaVision. In this episode, Shawn Kidd, Scott Shifflett, Andy Atherton & Tim Capel review and break down Episode 5 of Season 1. “On This Very Special Episode”. 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 #11 - 80's/90's Romantic Comedies & 00's/10's Romantic Comedies
February 08, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBIn the eleventh episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, panelists Shawn Kidd, Ben Locke, Scott Shifflett & Logan Crosland join moderator Andy Atherton to discuss which 80’s/90’s Romantic Comedies deserve a place as on their respective lists. Is Pretty Woman a no-brainer? What about The Wedding Singer? Will Ten Things I Hate About You grab a spot? Does Jerry Maguire or When Harry Met Sally deserve a place? After that, they discuss which 00’s/10’s Romantic Comedies will be part of that grouping. Can y...
PTBN Trivia Night - Disney (#3)
February 05, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 28.2 MBWelcome to PTBN Trivia Night, Place To Be Nation Pop’s first ever trivia game show! In our third episode, Jason Sherman, Logan Crosland & Neil Trama face off to see which one of them has the fast pass to a win when it comes to Disney 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!
Pop Goes The Classics - Lady And The Tramp
February 04, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 27.8 MBOn the eleventh installment of the Pop Goes The Classics series looking at the Disney animated features, Mirandia Berthold, Andy Atherton & Steve Riddle look at 1955’s Lady And The Tramp. They discuss the many aspects of the films including: the telling the story through the eyes of the dogs and their world; the beautiful romance between the title characters; the fun group of dogs with various personalities we meet throughout the neighborhood; the trouble Si & Am cause & the doggie date at T...
It Was a Thing on TV Tripleheader: Episodes 130, 131 & 132: TV Trading Cards/"Mr. Food" Art Ginsburg/Super Bowl XXIII Halftime Show
February 03, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 118 MBThis week we have a "super" episode of It Was a Thing on TV here on PTBN POP. First, I'll trade you my Fonzie for your Vinny Barbarino! We offer a primer to TV trading cards, a smattering of shows which made their way to cardboard, and what types of cards are available nowadays. Next, famous TV chefs include Julia Child, "The Galloping Gourmet" Graham Kerr, and "The Frugal Gourmet" Jeff Smith. One chef whose legacy is as good as the above people but wasn't as big of a name is Art Ginsbu...
Pop Goes To The Couch – WandaVision S1 E4 “We Interrupt This Program”
February 01, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 34.7 MBPop Goes To The Couch continues it’s latest series, WandaVision. In this episode, Scott Shifflett, Andy Atherton, Tim Capel & Shawn Kidd review and break down Episode 4 of Season 1. “We Interrupt This Program”. 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.
Pop Goes To The Couch – Cobra Kai S3 Part 4 – Ep.8 “The Good, The Bad and The Badass”, Ep.9 “Feel The Night” & Ep.10 “December 19”
January 28, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 61.9 MBOn the final installment of a four part series of Pop Goes To The Couch, Andy Atherton is joined by Shawn Kidd, Scott Shifflett & Tim Capel to discuss the season 3 Cobra Kai. The guys deep dive and break down Ep.8 “The Good, The Bad and The Badass”, Ep.9 “Feel The Night” & Ep.10 “December 19”. So after you binge the latest series, give a listen and don’t forget one to post one of those hash browns when you do.
It Was a Thing on TV Twin Pack: Episodes 128 & 129 - Saturday Supercade & WBNB-TV
January 27, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBThis week on It Was a Thing on TV it's on like Donkey Kong. First, who didn't love cartoons and video games in the early 80s? Pac Man was successful. But the anthology with cartoons of Pitfall, Space Ace, and Kangaroo? Not as much. We talk about the cartoon cavalcade called Saturday Supercade in this installment. Then, from 1961 to 1989, CBS affiliate WBNB-TV served TV audiences in the U.S. Virgin Islands with an eclectic mix of programming. Sadly the station went dark permanently due...
Pop Goes To The Couch – WandaVision S1 E3 "Now In Color"
January 26, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 28.1 MBPop Goes To The Couch continues it's latest series, WandaVision. In this episode, Shawn Kidd, Scott Shifflett, Andy Atherton & Tim Capel review and break down Episode 3 of Season 1. "Now In Color". 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 #10 - Stand-Up Comedians & SNL Characters
January 25, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 36.6 MBIn the tenth episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, panelists Scott Criscuolo & J Arsenio D’Amato join fellow panelist/moderator Andy Atherton, to discuss which Stand-Up Comedians deserve a place as on their respective lists. Is George Carlin a no-brainer? What about Richard Pryor? Will Rodney Dangerfield grab a spot? Does Eddie Murphy or Andrew “Dice” Clay deserve a place? After that, they discuss which SNL Characters will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that The Church Lady shouldn’t get ...
PTBN Trivia Night - Harry Potter (#2)
January 22, 2021 13:00 - 59 minutes - 27.3 MBWelcome to PTBN Trivia Night, Place To Be Nation Pop’s first ever trivia game show! In our second episode, Jennifer Smith, Scott Shifflett & James Gruenberg face off to see which one of them has mastered their spells when it comes to Harry Potter 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 - The Shrek Franchise (#8)
January 21, 2021 13:00 - 3 hours - 85 MBOn the eighth episode of Blockbuster Rewind, co-hosts Scott Shifflett, Eric Eels & Andy Atherton are joined by guest Logan Crosland to discuss the Shrek franchise. They go through each of the films and talk about the great voice cast; the fun pop song soundtracks; compare the villains and their nefarious plots; the creative twists on classic fairy tales throughout and whether the franchise should make a return with a new installment. So, prepare to take a trip far, far away.
It Was a Thing on TV Tripleheader: Episodes 126 & 127 + Minisode 4: Oh Madeline/Trivia Trap/Don Johnson's Heartbeat Music Video
January 20, 2021 13:00 - 3 hours - 100 MBThis Week on It Was a Thing on TV we have plenty of traps for you. First, Oh Madeline had plenty of quality guests, the versatile and multi-talented Madeline Kahn, and had its moments. It also had three unique theme songs and was revamped in its sole season. It was Carsey-Werner's first TV series, before they hit it big a year later with The Cosby Show. Then, when is a right answer not a right answer? When it's a trap! That was the original premise of Trivia Trap. Once that format wa...
Pop Goes To The Couch - WandaVision S1 E1 & S1 E2
January 19, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBPop Goes To The Couch starts up a new pod series covering the latest entry into the MCU on Disney+, WandaVision. In this first installment, Tim Capel, Shawn Kidd, Scott Shifflett & Andy Atherton review and break down Episodes 1 & 2 of Season 1. 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.
Pop Goes To The Couch - Cobra Kai S3 Part 3 - Ep.5 "Miyagi-Do", Ep.6 "King Cobra" & Ep.7 "Obstaculos"
January 18, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBOn the third of a four part series of Pop Goes To The Couch, Andy Atherton is joined by Shawn Kidd, Scott Shifflett & Tim Capel to discuss the season 3 Cobra Kai. The guys deep dive and break down Ep.5 “Miyagi-Do”, Ep.6 “King Cobra” & Ep.7 “Obstaculos”. So after you binge the latest series, give a listen and don’t forget one to post one of those hash browns when you do.
Feeling Good - Ep. #1
January 17, 2021 17:05 - 54 minutes - 74.4 MBIn this new podcast series, Steve Wille and friends rip through these "unprecedented times" to discover the joy in the media, pop culture, and, well, our own lives. For the debut episode, regular co-hosts Glenn Butler and Jordan Duncan join the show to explain the nature of the podcast, positive news in the media, random nuggets of joy, pop culture recommendations, and SPECTACULAR ADVICE~ Let's come together so we can feel good…for now! Producer: Nate Milton of the Kings of Sport. Stop wh...
Piece of the Action #8: Total Recall
January 15, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBIn the latest edition of Piece of the Action, Matt welcomes Jake Williams to the show for a viewing of the 1990 classic Total Recall! Listen as Matt and Jake discuss Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sharon Stone, Paul Verhoeven, Mars, Kuato, Johnnycab, the confusing plot, gratuitous violence, Televisions, Henry Rollins, and so much more! So implant some nice memories into your mind and enjoy the new episode of Piece of the Action!
Laugh-In Theater #38 - Happy Gilmore with Tim Slomka
January 14, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBOn the thirty-eighth episode of Laugh-In Theater, Andy Atherton welcomes Tim Slomla to do a live watch of the 1996 comedy, Happy Gilmore. The guys discuss professing love through an intercom; bad tippers; improper uses of batting cages; cheap golfers; Ben Stiller, the evil orderly; illegal golf clubs; giant checks; Bob Barker, the pugilist; Red Lobster’s Cheddar Bay Biscuits; comparison of sub shops; laughing clowns & Richard Kiel. So remember, just tap it in, tap it in, tap, tap, tap-a-roo.
It Was a Thing on TV Tripleheader: Episodes 124 & 125 + Live Show 4: The Ropers/Jeopardy!'s Other Versions/Nick's Coverage of the NFL Wild Card
January 13, 2021 13:00 - 3 hours - 100 MBThis week get your plunger and fire the slime cannons because you now have control of the board on It Was a Thing on TV! First, when the worst shows of all-time are mentioned, The Ropers makes that list with frequency. Is it justified? We state our cases that it was an average show and that there are many shows worse, and we have covered a lot of them. Next, Everybody knows about the current version of Jeopardy! and some remember the original version. We're not talking about those show...
Pop Goes To The Couch - Cobra Kai S3 Part 2 - Ep.2 "Nature Vs. Nurture", Ep.3 "Now You're Gonna Pay" & Ep. 4 "The Right Path"
January 12, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBOn the second of a four part series of Pop Goes To The Couch, Andy Atherton is joined by Shawn Kidd, Scott Shifflett & Tim Capel to discuss the season 3 Cobra Kai. The guys deep dive and break down Ep.2 "Nature Vs. Nurture", Ep.3 "Now You're Gonna Pay" & Ep.4 "The Right Path". So after you binge the latest series, give a listen and don’t forget one to post one of those hash browns when you do.
Making Mt. Rushmore #9 - Mob Movies & Buddy Cop Movies
January 12, 2021 02:41 - 1 hour - 38.5 MBIn the ninth episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, panelists J Arsenio D’Amato & Scott Criscuolo join fellow panelist/moderator Andy Atherton, to discuss which Mob Movies deserve a place as on their respective lists. Is The Godfather a no-brainer? What about Goodfellas? Will A Bronx Tale grab a spot? Does The Godfather II or Casino deserve a place? After that, they discuss which Buddy Cop Movies will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that Lethal Weapon shouldn’t get a spot? Will 48 Hrs. be i...
PTBN Trivia Night -Seinfeld (#1)
January 08, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 29.1 MBWelcome to PTBN Trivia Night, Place To Be Nation Pop's first ever trivia game show! In our first episode, Ryan Everett, Derek Cornett & Jon Keselica face off to see which one of them is the master of their domain when it comes to Seinfeld 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!
Pop Goes The Classics - Peter Pan (1953)
January 07, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBOn the tenth installment of the Pop Goes The Classics series looking at the Disney animated features, Steve Riddle, Mirandia Berthold & Andy Atherton look at 1953’s Peter Pan. They discuss the many aspects of the films including: the theme of not wanting to grow up; Tinkerbell’s place amongst the iconic Disney characters; the (somewhat underrated) soundtrack of the film; the complexities of Captain Hook; the somewhat controversial portrayal and animation of the Indians and mermaids; and the ...
It Was a Thing on TV Twin Pack: Episodes 122 & 123 - The Morton Downey Jr. Show/2020 Year in Review
January 06, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 154 MBThis week on It Was a Thing on TV, the gang discusses the forefather of the modern TV Talk Show along with recapping the previous year in TV. First, for over two years, The Morton Downey Jr. Show took the nation by storm. It was all over by Fall 1989, maybe because it was too controversial but also because the new late night show on the block at the time also took the nation by storm, The Arsenio Hall Show. Then, we ring out what was an absolute disaster of a year with a look at what was...
Pop Goes To The Couch- Cobra Kai S1, S2 & S3 Ep1
January 05, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 74.6 MBOn the first of a four part series of Pop Goes To The Couch, Andy Atherton is joined by Shawn Kidd, Scott Shifflett & Tim Capel to discuss the series Cobra Kai. The guys deep dive and break down Seasons 1 & 2 before giving their thoughts on Episode 1 of Season 3 "Aftermath". So after you binge the latest series, give a listen and don't forget one to post one of those hash browns when you do.
Year In Pop - 1987
December 31, 2020 13:00 - 2 hours - 60.2 MBIn the sixteenth 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 1987. The guys talk in depth about Mike Tyson’s Punch Out; the passing of “The Great One” Jackie Gleason; the launch of the Fox Broadcasting Co,; the New York Giants’ victory in Super Bowl XXI; “The Super Fight” Hagler vs. Leonard; Married…With Children; Remote Contro...
It Was a Thing on TV Twin Pack: Episodes 120 & 121: Video Game Show Part 2 (Director's Cut)/Tiger King
December 30, 2020 13:00 - 2 hours - 161 MBFirst, earlier this year, we looked at 9 bad video games based on television shows. We found 9 more and felt it appropriate to cover them before the Christmas holiday. With any luck, we'll find 9 more and do a 3rd installment in 2021. Then, we look back at what was the binge watching hit at the start of the COVID lockdown this year in Tiger King on Netflix. We look at the insane cast of characters including Joe Exotic, Jeff Lowe and yes that b***h Carole Baskin! Due to some strong subject...
Pop Goes The Movies - Wonder Woman 1984
December 29, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 27.5 MBOn the return of Pop Goes The Movies, Tim Capel and Jennifer Smith join Andy Atherton to have a spoiler-filled discussion of the latest movie in the DCEU, Wonder Woman 1984. They go over all of the major plots and give their thoughts on many aspects of the film including: the fun opening sequence; the 1980's setting; Pedro Pascal's Maxwell Goldman & Kristen Wiig's Barbara Minerva/Cheetah & what the mid-credits may mean for the story going forward.
Making Mt. Rushmore #8 - Talk Show Hosts & Game Show Hosts
December 28, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBIn the eighth episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, panelists Shawn Kidd, “The Cowboy” Roger Morrissette & Andy Atherton join guest moderator Ben Locke, to discuss which Talk Show Hosts deserve a place as on their respective lists. Is Johnny Carson a no-brainer? What about David Letterman? Will Regis Philbin grab a spot? Does Jerry Springer or Arsenio Hall deserve a place? After that, they discuss which Game Show Hosts will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that Alex Trebeck shouldn’t get a ...
Blockbuster Rewind - The Indiana Jones Franchise (#7)
December 24, 2020 13:00 - 3 hours - 94.7 MBOn the seventh episode of Blockbuster Rewind, co-hosts Andy Atherton, Eric Eells & Scott Shifflett are joined by guest Rob “Tek” Pinotek to discuss the Indiana Jones franchise. They go through each of the films and talk about the incredible introduction of one of the greatest characters in film history; the great action set pieces; traveling by map and the exotic locations Indy travels to; the femme fatales of each film; the villains and their nefarious plots; the somewhat scary scenes in t...
It Was a Thing on TV Twin Pack: Episodes 118 & 119 - Ernie Anderson/Davis Rules
December 23, 2020 13:00 - 2 hours - 117 MBThis week on It Was a Thing on TV we pay tribute to one of our favorite personalities and give a short-lived show it's well deserved due. First, Ernie Anderson is among our favorite announcers. We decided to dedicate an episode to his life and career, going back to his radio days after World War II. He might be the only announcer to have an annual fest in honor of one of his TV characters. Then, Davis Rules is one of our favorite short-lived shows. It was funny and it had Jonathan Wint...
Pop Goes To The Couch - The Mandalorian S2 E8 "The Rescue"
December 22, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBContinuing on the latest series of Pop Goes The Couch, Andy Atherton, Scott Shifflett, Shawn Kidd, Tim Capel & JT Rozzero get together to review The Mandalorian Season 2 Episode 8 “The Rescue” in a spoiler-filled show. They discuss all of the major plot points and give their thoughts on where they may effect the overall story of the series, including that incredible post-credits stinger. As a bonus, the guys give their thoughts on all of the recently announced Star Wars shows and movies comi...
Laugh-In Theater Special - Home Alone
December 21, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBOn a special Christmas episode of Laugh-In Theater, Andy Atherton is joined by Ben Locke, Calum McDougall, Scott Shifflett & Logan Crosland to do a live watch of the 1990 comedy, Home Alone. The guys discuss Macaulay Culkin’s filmography; “The South Bend Shovel Slayer”; massive amounts of pizza; viewing films multiple times in theaters; doing the “McAllister airport run”; international in-flight meals; “Angels With Filthy Souls”; penalties for shoplifting; scary furnaces; spotting characters...
A Piece of the Action Special: Die Hard
December 18, 2020 13:00 - 2 hours - 83.1 MBIn the newest episode of Piece of the Action, Matt welcomes Ben Locke, Jennifer Smith, and Shawn Kidd to the podcast for a group live watch of the 1988 classic Die Hard! Listen to Matt and the gang discuss Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman, THE Hart Bochner, Nakatomi Plaza, Huey Lewis, Great Value henchmen, actor’s music careers, bonds, and so much more! (And be sure to stay during the credits for a very special gag reel!) Yippee Ki Yay! It’s the new Piece of the Action!
The Great Debate #13
December 17, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 30.2 MBOn the Christmas episode of The Great Debate, host Andy Atherton is joined by Logan Crosland, Scott Shifflett, Matt Souza & Shawn Kidd. The gang discusses and debates a variety of holiday-themed topics including: which actor has been the best on-screen Santa Claus; memorable Christmas episodes of TV shows; Christmas treats they love; favorite holiday traditions; best Christmas gifts; and deliberates whether movies like Die Hard, Gremlins, Batman Returns & A Nightmare Before Christmas can be ...
It Was a Thing on TV Tripleheader: Episodes 116 & 117 + Live Show 3: It Ran One Season Too Long/Personal Injury Court/A Recipe for Seduction
December 16, 2020 13:00 - 2 hours - 148 MBThis week on It Was a Thing on TV, the gang looks at some shows that hung around too long along with bringing the legal sauce. First, we look at shows we believe lasted one season too long. (Your mileage may vary.) Mostly, we cover comedies which lasted a year too long. Continuing a trend from last week, Greg continues his basketball coach namedropping streak. Next, Personal Injury Court was clearly not real, between nobody apparently having health insurance to the ridiculous amounts o...
Pop Goes To The Couch - The Mandalorian S2 E7 "The Believer"
December 15, 2020 13:00 - 38 minutes - 17.4 MBContinuing on the latest series of Pop Goes The Couch, Andy Atherton, Scott Shifflett & Tim Capel get together to review The Mandalorian Season 2 Episode 7 “The Believer” in a spoiler-filled show. They discuss all of the major plot points and give their thoughts on where they may effect the overall story of the series. Please don’t listen until after you’ve watched the episode.
Making Mt. Rushmore #7 - Christmas Songs & Christmas Specials
December 14, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 37.5 MBIn the seventh episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, panelists Shawn Kidd, Logan Crosland, Ben Locke & Andy Atherton, discuss which Christmas Songs deserve a place as on their respective lists. Is All I Want For Christmas Is You a no-brainer? What about Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree? Will The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year grab a spot? Does Last Christmas deserve a place? After that, they discuss which Christmas Specials will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that A Charlie Brown Christ...
Laugh-Theater Special - National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
December 11, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBOn a special Christmas episode of Laugh-In Theater, Andy Atherton is joined by Tim Slomka & Shawn Kidd to do a live watch of the 1989 comedy, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. The guys discuss wood-panel station wagons; The Smell Club; relating to Clark Griswold; Christmas decorating methods; putting up Christmas lights; 80’s workout wear; mixed nuts; eggnog; beaver teeth; Christmas Eve traditions & eating squirrel. So remember, it’s Christmas and we’re all in misery.
It Was a Thing on TV Twin Pack: Episodes 114 & 115: Carter Country and Caesar's Challenge
December 09, 2020 13:00 - 2 hours - 127 MBThis week It Was a Thing on TV gives you two very different shows that both have the same initials! First, who knew racism could be so funny...?! Carter Country somehow ran two seasons, despite a character who was an out-and-out racist. Only one of us three could make it through an entire episode, and for good reason. File this one under "doesn't age well." Then, the last NBC daytime game show from 1993-94 was a good one, a true challenge. Caesar's Challenge had Ahmad Rashad, gladiato...
Pop Goes To The Couch – The Mandalorian S2 E6 “The Tragedy”
December 07, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 28.7 MBContinuing on the latest series of Pop Goes The Couch, Andy Atherton, Scott Shifflett, Shawn Kidd & Tim Capel get together to review The Mandalorian Season 2 Episode 6 “The Tragedy” in a spoiler-filled show. They discuss all of the major plot points and give their thoughts on where they may effect the overall story of the series. Please don’t listen until after you’ve watched the episode.
A Piece of the Action Special: Rocky IV
December 04, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBOn this very special episode of Piece of the Action, Matt welcomes Scott Shifflett, Ben Locke, and Shawn Kidd to the show for a live watch of the 1985 classic Rocky IV! Listen to Matt and the crew talk about Sylvester Stallone, Dolph Lundgren, Brigitte Nielson, boxing, a killer soundtrack, Russia, Adrian being annoying, Rocky Jr. being annoying, robots, James Brown, montages and so much more! Do you have the Eye of the Tiger? If you do, then join us for another episode of Piece of the Action!
Pop Goes The Classics - Alice In Wonderland (1951)
December 03, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 39.4 MBOn the ninth installment of the Pop Goes The Classics series looking at the Disney animated features, Mirandia Berthold, Steve Riddle & Andy Atherton look at 1951’s Alice In Wonderland. They discuss the many aspects of the films including: the film’s psychedelic feel; the zany cast of characters that inhabit Wonderland; Alice’s many changes in height; what they think was really in the tea at the Mad Tea Party; the craziness of the Queen of Hearts & the ridiculous trial at the end.
It Was a Thing on TV Tripleheader: Episodes 112 & 113 + Minisode 3 - The Mouse on the Mayflower/'84 Thanksgiving Day Parade/Gobbledy Gooker
December 02, 2020 16:39 - 2 hours - 113 MBYeah, Thanksgiving maybe over but here at It Was a Thing on TV we're going to provide you with all the leftovers. First, Rankin-Bass' first holiday cartoon was this highly fictitious take on the traditional and now-highly outdated take on the first Thanksgiving, involving a mouse who saves everything with a printing press?! Next, It's a tradition unlike any other here at It Was a Thing on TV. Last year, we looked at the 1983 Thanksgiving Day parade. This year, we jump to 1984, a time wi...
Pop Goes To The Couch - The Mandalorian S2 E5 "The Jedi"
December 01, 2020 13:00 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MBContinuing on the latest series of Pop Goes The Couch, Andy Atherton, Scott Shifflett & Shawn Kidd get together to review The Mandalorian Season 2 Episode 5 “The Jedi” in a spoiler-filled show. They discuss all of the major plot points and give their thoughts on where they may effect the overall story of the series. Please don’t listen until after you’ve watched the episode.