Pop Retro
25 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsTwins Pat and Mike Gross take a dive into pop culture history. We give a unique perspective about what was happening in TV, music, movies, trends, and more through the years. Let us be your tour guides on our trip down memory lane.
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Episodes
Saturday Night Live - Part 2 (Big Hats Are Funny)
February 27, 2024 22:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBUncover the comedic evolution of Saturday Night Live post-2000 with us, as we reflect on the iconic sketches and unforgettable performances that shaped an era. Lend us your ears for a trip down memory lane, where we'll celebrate the sheer brilliance of Tina Fey, the first woman to crack the glass ceiling of SNL's head writer's room, and marvel at the presidential parodies that defined a nation's humor in turbulent times. From Daryl Hammond's trailblazing impersonations to Jimmy Fallon's cont...
Saturday Night Live - Part 2 (Turd Ferguson's Big Hat)
February 27, 2024 22:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBUncover the comedic evolution of Saturday Night Live post-2000 with us, as we reflect on the iconic sketches and unforgettable performances that shaped an era. Lend us your ears for a trip down memory lane, where we'll celebrate the sheer brilliance of Tina Fey, the first woman to crack the glass ceiling of SNL's head writer's room, and marvel at the presidential parodies that defined a nation's humor in turbulent times. From Daryl Hammond's trailblazing impersonations to Jimmy Fallon's cont...
Saturday Night Live Part 1 or (How Howard Cosell Started A Revolution)
May 22, 2023 00:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBWe’re wild and crazy guys! Join us as we dive into the history of Saturday Night Live! (SNL) We discuss some of the more popular cast members and skits, and some that may not quite as memorable. We also look at the role the late, great Howard Cosell had in the origins of this icon of late night TV and pop culture. Support the show
Saturday Night Live - Part 1 (How Howard Cosell Started A Revolution)
May 22, 2023 00:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBWe’re wild and crazy guys! Join us as we dive into the history of Saturday Night Live! (SNL) We discuss some of the more popular cast members and skits, and some that may not quite as memorable. We also look at the role the late, great Howard Cosell had in the origins of this icon of late night TV and pop culture. Support the show
Politics In Pop Culture
February 14, 2023 02:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBIn this episode we discuss the many ways politics has pervaded pop culture over the years. From the protest music of the 60s and 70s to movies & TV, politics is everywhere. Join us as we look at how all these forms come together to shape and inform political ideology and create lasting change. Support the show
Behind the Scenes with Your Favorite Christmas Movies
December 17, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBIn this episode, we talk about whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie, Christmas Adjacency, and we pick our Top 5 Christmas Movies (Right Now). Why did the FBI fear that It's a Wonderful Life was communist propaganda? We also share a little-known but very important fact about the Rudolph TV special that will explain a lot. Join us as we take a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most popular Christmas movies. From our family to yours, Happy Holidays....and Merry Christmas ya' filthy animals...
Our Top 5 Christmas Movies (Right Now)
December 17, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBIn this episode, we talk about whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie, Christmas Adjacency, and we pick our Top 5 Christmas Movies (Right Now). Why did the FBI fear that It's a Wonderful Life was communist propaganda? We also share a little-known but very important fact about the Rudolph TV special that will explain a lot. Enjoy! From our family to yours, Happy Holidays....and Merry Christmas ya' filthy animals! Support the show
The Mandela Effect
August 27, 2022 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBHow good is your memory? When it comes to popular culture, we show you that it may not be as good as you think. Join us as we look at the Mandela Effect and how it impacts everything from how we remember songs, movies, commercials, and major historical events. You may even think you live in an alternate universe. Support the show
Backmasking & The Satanic Panic of the 80s.
July 27, 2022 21:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBAre there really secret backward message in the songs we love? Join us as we look back at the “Satanic Panic” of the 70s & 80s when backmasking was a popular topic. Did bands like Led Zeppelin, Eagles, ELO, and The Beatles plant secret satanic messages in their songs? Join on on IG & Twitter and tell us what you think: @popretropodcast Support the show
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July 27, 2022 21:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBJust for fun, we've intentionally posted this backwards version of our recent episode on Backmasking. Skim through it and see if you hear any secret messages. Let us know on Twitter or IG: @popretropodcast Be sure to listen to the regular version of Episode #12 if you've not yet had the chance. Support the show
Quotable Films/TV
June 21, 2022 01:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBWe all regularly quote TV shows and movies. So, we decided it would be fun to take a deep dive into what makes movies and shows quotable, and also discuss some of show & movies from our list. Check it out to see if one of your favorite TV shows or movies made the list. We'd love to hear from you and some of your most quotable lines. Support the show
UFOs & Aliens (Part 2 of 2)
April 10, 2022 23:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBWhat's the connection between UFOs and The Foo Fighters? Listen to find out! We also continue our discussion about UFOs and aliens in popular culture. We talk about Bob Lazar, MUFON, Area 51, and other well known people & events. Whether you're a believer, a skeptic, or are simply "UFO curious" then this episode is for you! Connect with us on Twitter & IG: @PopRetroPodcast Support the show
Special Message from Mike about Type 1 Diabetes
March 27, 2022 04:00 - 3 minutes - 2.1 MBWe want to raise awareness about Type 1 Diabetes and the importance of early detection. Mike shares a little about his son's recent diagnosis and provides a list of symptoms that may help our listeners avoid serious health problems, or worse. Type 1 Diabetes can affect anyone, even if you don't eat junk food. Please help us spread the word about the warning signs of T1D & early detection. Thanks! https://www.jdrf.org https://beyondtype1.org/dka/ Support the show
UFOs & Aliens (Part 1 of 2)
February 26, 2022 22:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBIs there intelligent life on other planets? Do these extraterrestrial beings visit Earth on a regular basis? Are the rumors about Area 51 true? In this episode, Pat & Mike take on these questions and more as they discuss this subject's influence on many areas of popular culture....TV, movies, books, social media, and more. Support the show
Women Of Rock (Or...How Joan Jett Changed The World)
January 26, 2022 21:28 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBBeginning with bands like Heart to The Runaways, we highlight the influential women of rock music who paved the way for rising stars such as Plush and many others. Join us to learn more about Joan Jett, Lita Ford, Vixen, Heart, and others. Put another dime in the jukebox! https://www.joanjett.com/ https://vixenofficial.com/ http://litafordonline.com/ https://www.plushrocks.net/ Support the show
A Deep Dive into Rankin/Bass and their Classic Holiday TV Specials
December 24, 2021 01:37 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBWe dive in on our second Christmas/Holiday episode, to talk about Arthur Rankin, Jr. and Jules Bass. Creators of iconic "stop-motion" animated holiday specials like 1964's "Rudolf, The Red-Nosed Reindeer". We talk about the influence those specials had on popular culture and beyond. We also make a bold statement regarding filmmaker Jon Favreau.
Rankin/Bass and their Classic Holiday TV Specials
December 24, 2021 01:37 - 27 minutes - 19 MBWe dive in on our second Christmas/Holiday episode, to talk about Arthur Rankin, Jr. and Jules Bass. Creators of iconic "stop-motion" animated holiday specials like 1964's "Rudolf, The Red-Nosed Reindeer". We talk about the influence those specials had on popular culture and beyond. We also make a bold statement regarding filmmaker Jon Favreau. Support the show
Cop Shows: Part II - Best of the 80s
June 30, 2021 02:28 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBOn this episode of Pop Retro, we finish up our discussion about Cop Shows by jumping to the 80s. Join us as we talk about popular shows like Miami Vice and other hits from the 80s, and we also throw some forgotten gems into the mix. Support the show
Cop Shows of the 70s
June 06, 2021 23:38 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MBOn this episode of Pop Retro (or should we say Cop Retro?), we discuss cop shows from the 70s and the ubiquitous nature of police procedurals. We take a deep dive into some of your favorite top cops in shows such as Columbo, Dragnet, Barney Miller, and Hawaii 5-0. Check out our friends over at "Damian Duffy Hates Everything Forever" pop-culture comedy podcast: https://anchor.fm/ddhe Support the show
"1984 - The Greatest Year For Music Ever?”
January 30, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBIn the latest episode of Pop Retro, we take a deep dive into 1984. Rolling Stone Magazine calls it the greatest year for music, ever. Relive the music you grew up listening to as we talk about the songs, musicians, bands, and events that make this year so great. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/popretropodcast) Support the show
Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus.
December 24, 2020 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBIt’s the most wonderful time of the year! In this episode, Pat & Mike discuss the influence of pop culture on Santa Claus, or at least how we imagine Santa’s appearance. The modern Image of Santa was heavily influenced by Coca Cola. Here’s Coke’s list of 5 things you never knew about Santa Claus: https://www.coca-colacompany.com/company/history/five-things-you-never-knew-about-santa-claus-and-coca-cola Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/popretropodcast) Support the show
I'm sorry Dave, I'm afraid I can't do that.
November 18, 2020 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this episode, Pat & Mike dive into 1968 and look at the most popular films that year, with particular focus on the iconic and controversial "2001: A Space Odyssey" by Stanley Kubrick & Arthur Clarke. We discuss the influence it had on movies such as Star Wars and we look at the love/hate relationship moviegoers and critics have with this science fiction classic. Since posting this episode there has been a large monolith found in the Utah desert. It has disappeared and has re-appeared in ...
Episode 2: I'm sorry Dave, I'm afraid I can't do that.
November 18, 2020 23:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBIn this episode, Pat & Mike dive into 1968 and look at the most popular films that year, with particular focus on the iconic and controversial "2001: A Space Odyssey" by Stanley Kubrick & Arthur Clarke. We discuss the influence it had on movies such as Star Wars and we look at the love/hate relationship moviegoers and critics have with this science fiction classic. ***Since posting this episode there has been a large monolith found in the Utah desert. Coincidence? Maybe, maybe not. Suppor...
Episode 1: Allow myself to introduce....myself.
October 29, 2020 01:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBJoin us in this premiere episode of "Pop Retro" where you'll listen in on our thoughts about various Halloween pop culture topics. You'll get to know a little bit about what makes us tick and why we decided to start this podcast. Grab a seat and hang out with us for a little while. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/popretropodcast)
Allow myself to introduce....myself.
October 29, 2020 01:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBJoin us in this premiere episode of "Pop Retro" where you'll listen in on our thoughts about various Halloween pop culture topics. You'll get to know a little bit about what makes us tick and why we decided to start this podcast. Grab a seat and hang out with us for a little while. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/popretropodcast) Support the show