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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 design of the show, and what they liked best about the series. If you haven't heard the episode on Arcane season 1 go back to the pod feed and check it out!

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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, this is one for you. Come back next week to hear Mike and Peter discussing Arcane's second season.

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Ahoy 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 episodes. Please drop us a rating and review wherever you get your pods.

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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 content look back through our feed and find all of our previous discussions on the franchise. Be sure to share this show with your nerdiest friends.

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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.

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VRRRrrrmm! 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 sure to drop us a review and share us with your friends.

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BoooOOOooo! 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 silver screen. If you want more monstery fun check out all our episodes from October 2024!

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BoooOOOooo! 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 October for more Halloween fun! And check out our feed for the Monsters you might have missed.

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BoooOOOooo! 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 Halloween fun!

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BoooOOOooo! 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!

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BoooOOOooo! 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!

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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!

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Welcome 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. Mike and Insha also discuss horror movies, spookiness, pumpkin-spice and a lot more! If you want to hear more from Insha go to the PCMC podcast feed and check out her first appearance on episode 305. 

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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 and Vin discuss Star Trek check the podcast feed for previous episodes about the franchise. Review and Subscribe. 

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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 live with the memory of The Pest in our minds, so do you! If you like what you hear subscribe and drop us a review. 

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Hello! 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, Bright Young Women, Clive Barker, mean dentists, health fears, and much, much more! If you enjoy the show leave us a review and subscribe wherever you get your pods.

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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 not interested in watching it this episode will convince you otherwise. The movie can be described in two words: Elvis and Mummy. If you like this show drop us a review and share us with your friends.

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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 you like hearing Mike and Janine discuss animation, go checkout our feed for more animation episodes.

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SPOILER 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: Jellystone!, The Toys that Made Us Season 4 and 5, Slimer and the Real Ghostbusters, RDJ as Doctor Doom, Hellboy: The Crooked Man (2024), Alien: Romulus (2024), Rick and Morty: The Anime (2024), Universal Studios, Star Wars, strangers walking in uninvited, fun with the Ring camera, True Detective Season 4, and much, much more! If you like the show be sure to subscribe and leave us a review.

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TRIGGER 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't seen the movie, it won't matter, just listen to this episode and you'll be good to go! If you like hearing us discuss horror movies, check out our free backlog to see other titles we've covered. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review (or the Humanoids will find you)!

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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 spoilers ahead for Talk to Me, but if you've seen the movie, or are on the fence about watching it, this is the episode for you.

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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! Then come back and listen to this podcast. If you like our show subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.

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Welcome 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 (2024), Mr. Birchum (2024), Nosferatu (2024), Jimmy Kimmel, Cheers, The Secret History by Donna Tartt, Martin Mull, The Bear, Paul Schrader, Hacks, Blue Eye Samurai, and much, much more!

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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 story, it's style, and how it may be laying the groundwork for how the Uncanny X-Men arrive in the MCU. If you like what you hear be sure to leave us a review!

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Welcome 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 for the rest of the films in the Star Trek franchise.

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Greetings 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 you laugh and give you respite from the cruel harsh world...If you like what you hear give us a review and share us with your friends.

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Hey 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 Transformed on Youtube and check out the whole show and much more!

Good 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 like hearing Mike and Peter discuss MOTU look back on the podcast feed and check out some of their other MOTU episodes. If you enjoy the show share it with your fellowship!

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Hello! 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 Married...with Children animated series, Furiosa, Kurt Russell, Miracle Workers, the Nickelodeon Resort in the Dominican Republic, Jenny Nicholson's four hour videos, Tron: Legacy, The Sorcerer's Apprentice, and much, much more!

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Welcome! 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 Freddy Vs. Jason. If you have any fun crossover ideas of your own visit us on our social media and tell us!

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Howdy! 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 culture. This is fun nerdy one for the anime fans out there, but even if haven't seen the movie, you're gonna love this discussion. If you like the show subscribe and drop us a review!

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Your 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.

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Welcome! 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, Immaculate, Barbie, AI, Abigail, Deadpool & Wolverine (2024), Maxxxine (2024), Kim's Video (2023), and much, much more!

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Hello! 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 Disney Became Uncle Walt." Mike and Jeff discuss all things Mickey, including he's creation, his creators, and his future as a public domain icon. This is the deep dive Mickey Mouse episode you've all been waiting for! If you like this episode please be sure to check out Jeff Ryan's books anywhere books are found.

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Welcome to an all new episode of PCMC. Today Mike is joined, once again, by Vin Forte. The topic for today's show? The one and only Siskel and Ebert! The movie critics who made criticism cool and thumbs sexy! Without the legacy of Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert we wouldn't have movie podcasts, youtube media essays, and we wouldn't have our show; Pop Culture Man Children. If you like what you hear please subscribe and review us wherever you get your pods.

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Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Vin Forte. Together they discuss their all-time favorite comedy sketches. Each guy has picked five sketches they think are essential and hilarious. Eventually the conversation veers off into comedy history and an analysis of what makes a comedy sketch work. This is one for the comedy nerds!

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It's a bird, it's a plane, no! It's PCMC! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is joined, once again, by Peter Marsh (Lassercast / Comic Books Transformed) to discuss the 1978 classic film; Superman: The Movie. This is the mother of all superhero movies and it still holds up today. The guys discuss their histories with the film, what impact they think it had on movie history, and what still makes it so special. This is a joyous episode, so put on your red boots and get ready for some PCMC!

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SPOILER ALERT for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024)

Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike is coming to you all by himself, podcasting from deep, deep within his nerd cave. Mike is a lifelong Ghostbusters fan and needs your undivided attention while he tells you his feelings on the new Ghostbusters movie! This episode is chock-full of spoilers so BEWARE! If you enjoy this episode check out our backlog and listen to some of our other Ghostbusters shows. Enjoy!

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Quack! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined by Brendan Lyons. Brendan is one of the hosts of the Ranger Things Podcast. Together they take a close look at this classics kids movie and ask the hard questions like: are the Mighty Ducks orphans? Is pirouetting allowed in hockey? And, is coaching pee wee hockey an actual job? 
If you're interested in learning more about Ranger Things check them out at rangerthingspodcast.com and listen to them anywhere pods are found.

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Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Janine. Together they list their top 10 favorite monologues in all pop culture! The quotable moments where a character expresses their inner desires, or confesses their deep pain. The moments where an actor really gets to shine! For more fun content look back at our feed and be sure to subscribe!

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Ahoy! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Janine. Together they discuss entertainment news, review new trailers, and confess their current pop culture obsessions. Topics in today's show: Richard Lewis, Willy Wonka Experience, Zendaya's robot dress, Boy Kills World (2023), The First Omen (2024), Epic Mickey: Rebrushed (2024), Princess Peach: Showtime!, KFC's Chizza, fool's gold, Iced Tea, Netflix Avatar remake, Pokerface, and much, much more!

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Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony. Together the guys discuss the late 90s classic; The First Wives Club. A touchstone of 90s girl-power, as well as, an HBO classic! The guys chat about its impact, it's pedigree, and if (or how) it could be remade in 2024. If you haven't seen the movie, go see it! If not, you'll still enjoy today's episode.

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Welcome! It's an all new episode of PCMC. On today's show Mike is joined, once again, by Anthony Bongiorno. Together the guys talk news, new trailers, and confess their current obsessions. Topics in this episode include: Universal Studio's Epic Universe, Moana 2, Turning Red, Soul, Inside Out 2, Barbie snub, Christopher Nolan, Coyote vs. Acme, The Whale, Deadpool & Wolverine (2024), Wicked (2024), Late Night with the Devil (2023), Twisters, Queenie, reading slump, Sweatpea, Community movie, and much, much more!

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It's a meee! Welcome to an all new episode of PCMC. On today's show Mike is joined, once again, by Vin Forte. Together the guys gush over their love of the new video game "Super Mario Bros. Wonder." Mike thinks its one of the best in the franchise, and Vin compares it to "Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island." Take a mushroom and settle in for a another new episode of Pop Culture Man Children.

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Hello! On today's all new episode of PCMC Mike and joined by frequent contributor, Vin Forte (Oddball / Wrassle Rap). Mike and Vin will discuss pop culture news, review new trailers, and end the show by confessing their current media obsessions. Topics in today's show include: Jo Koy, Godzilla Minus One Minus Color, Jon Stewart, Todd Haynes, Coyote vs. Acme, Pharrell's Lego movie, Vince McMahon being a monster, "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle," "Mario vs. Donkey Kong," "Back to Black" (2024), Taco Bell, Star Trek books, and much, much more!

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Welcome! On today's all new episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Nadia Kader. The topic of discuss: "Tampopo," a 1985 Japanese comedy about all things ramen. It's a story of a young mother struggling to turn her crappy ramen shop into a successful business. This movie is weird and wonderful and will make you hungry (and maybe a little horny) for ramen! 

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Welcome! On today's all new "fully" episode of PCMC, Mike is joined, once again, by Nadia Kader. Nadia stopped by to help Mike talk entertainment news, review new movie trailers, and confess their current pop culture obsessions. Topics in today's show: Thunderbirds, George Carlin AI, Godzilla Minus One, Masters of the Universe: Revolution (2024), Abigail (2024), This Is Me....Now (2024), Jacques Pepin, The Bear, Mean Girls, Ted, Johnny Rockets, physical media vs. digital media, Hitchcock, Columbo, and much, much more.

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Hello! On today's show Mike and Janine discuss characters they absolutely can't stand! Not bad guys, not characters you are supposed to hate, but character you're supposed to like but can't help but hate anyway. If you enjoy PCMC please Like, subscribe, and share with your nerdy friends. 

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