Twins 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.
Uncover 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 contagious charisma, we're toasting the talents that have made SNL unforgettable.
Join the conversation about the stars who journeyed beyond the SNL stage to leave their mark on the silver screen, bringing us comedy classics like "Wayne's World" and "Elf." As we relish in the comedic prowess of Seth Meyers, and Kenan Thompson's legendary tenure, we also tip our hats to the likes of Amy Poehler and Kristen Wiig, who kept us laughing until our sides ached. We're peeling back the curtain to reveal Lorne Michaels' genius for creating a comedy empire, and why the show continues to be a launchpad for Hollywood's funniest.
Finally, we pay homage to the unsung heroes of the writers' room, spotlighting the genius of former writers-turned-stars like John Mulaney. We'll dissect the critical role they play in SNL's weekly wit, discussing the importance of fair compensation in light of the recent Writers Guild of America strike. Our grand finale? Drafting the ultimate SNL dream team and reliving our top sketches—this is an episode for those who cherish the laughter that SNL has injected into our lives for decades.
If you haven't listened to part 1, here's the Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4hyKoWOxYUM5jxAMVB0aRt?si=c31ceb3dea5947f7
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22 May 2023
Saturday Night Live - Part 1 (How Howard Cosell Started A Revolution)
We’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.
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14 Feb 2023
Politics In Pop Culture
In 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.
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17 Dec 2022
Behind the Scenes with Your Favorite Christmas Movies
In 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!
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27 Aug 2022
The Mandela Effect
How 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.
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27 Jul 2022
s08 eht fo cinaP cinataS ehT & gniksamkcaB (Backwards version of Episode #12)
Just 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.
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27 Jul 2022
Backmasking & The Satanic Panic of the 80s.
Are 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
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21 Jun 2022
Quotable Films/TV
We 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.
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10 Apr 2022
UFOs & Aliens (Part 2 of 2)
What'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!
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27 Mar 2022
Special Message from Mike about Type 1 Diabetes
We 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!
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26 Feb 2022
UFOs & Aliens (Part 1 of 2)
Is 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.
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26 Jan 2022
Women Of Rock (Or...How Joan Jett Changed The World)
Beginning 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://www.joanjett.com/)
https://vixenofficial.com/ (https://vixenofficial.com/)
http://litafordonline.com/ (http://litafordonline.com/)
https://www.plushrocks.net/ (https://www.plushrocks.net/)
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24 Dec 2021
Rankin/Bass and their Classic Holiday TV Specials
We 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.
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30 Jun 2021
Cop Shows: Part II - Best of the 80s
On 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.
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6 Jun 2021
Cop Shows of the 70s
On 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
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30 Jan 2021
"1984 - The Greatest Year For Music Ever?”
In 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.
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24 Dec 2020
Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus.
It’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 (https://www.coca-colacompany.com/company/history/five-things-you-never-knew-about-santa-claus-and-coca-cola)
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18 Nov 2020
I'm sorry Dave, I'm afraid I can't do that.
In 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 Romania (at least one like it). Coincidence? Maybe, maybe not.
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29 Oct 2020
Allow myself to introduce....myself.
Join 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.
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