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It Was a Thing on TV: Episodes 487 & 488 - George/The First Episode of Who Wants to be a Millionaire? (US)

This week on It Was a Thing on TV we celebrate the birthday of Susan St. James while also celebrating the 25th anniversary of Who Wants to be a Millionaire?
 
First, the 1990s was a renaissance for George Foreman, between regaining the WBA heavyweight championship, and the creation and rise in popularity of what became the George Foreman Grill.  Before those events, Foreman helmed a self-titled short-lived sitcom.  Happy 78th birthday, Susan St. James!
 
Then, today (August 16th) marks the 25th anniversary of the premiere episode of Who Wants to be a Millionaire? on ABC. The gang shares their memories and expectations leading up to the first episode while looking at some of the questions from the premiere.
 
Some of the questions in the premiere seemed easy in 1999 while some questions that looked hard in 1999 would be considered easy in 2024.
 
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Timestamps
0:10 - Episode 487 Cold Open (Correction from last week)
3:32 - George
47:21 - Intermission (NHL ‘94 Sega CD Music)
48:35 - Episode 488 Cold Open
49:15 - The First Episode of Who Wants to be a Millionaire? (US)

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #585 - "Could You Be Loved?" By Bob Marley And The Wailers

Welcome to PTBN Pop’s Video Jukebox Song of The Day! Every weekday will be featuring a live watch of a great and memorable music video. This week, we are covering a genre that we haven’t featured that much, reggae. On today’s episode, Andy Atherton is watching, “Could You Be Loved?” by Bob Marley And The Wailers from 1980.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ti2YCFgCoI

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #584 - "It Wasn't Me" By Shaggy feat. RikRok

Welcome to PTBN Pop’s Video Jukebox Song of The Day! Every weekday will be featuring a live watch of a great and memorable music video. This week, we are covering a genre that we haven’t featured that much, reggae. On today’s episode, Steve Riddle is watching, “It Wasn’t Me” by Shaggy feat. RikRok from 2000.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2g5Hz17C4is

Belles with Books #27: It Ends With Us

This month's episode deals with the heavy topic of domestic violence. We understand if this episode is not for everyone, and we encourage you to listen when/if you are ready. If you or someone you know needs help or wants to speak with someone about domestic violence, please call the hotline in the United States at 800-799-7233, or text BEGIN to 88788. If in the EU, please call 116 016.  
 
Books mentioned: 
 
It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover
The Witching Hour by Anne Rice
Beechwood Harbor Magic Mysteries by Danielle Garrett
The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine
The Last Voyage of Poe Blythe by Ally Condie
Splendors and Glooms by Laura Amy Schlitz
Dread Nation by Justina Ireland
The House of One Thousand Eyes by Michelle Barker
Indelible by Adelia Saunders
Strange the Dreamer by Laini Taylor
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namey
The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown 
The Revenant Games by Margie Fuston

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #583 - "Here Comes The Hotstepper" By Ini Kamoze

Welcome to PTBN Pop’s Video Jukebox Song of The Day! Every weekday will be featuring a live watch of a great and memorable music video. This week, we are covering a genre that we haven’t featured that much, reggae. On today’s episode, Andy Atherton is watching, “Here Comes The Hotstepper” by Ini Kamoze from 1994.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15UffN8eilI

NBA-Team: 2024 Expansion Draft: Part 1

Andrew and Adam make their third attempt at an expansion draft. In part 1, they go over every team's end of season roster to see who each team would protect.

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #582 - "I Shot The Sheriff" By Bob Marley And The Wailers

Welcome to PTBN Pop’s Video Jukebox Song of The Day! Every weekday will be featuring a live watch of a great and memorable music video. This week, we are covering a genre that we haven’t featured that much, reggae. On today’s episode, Steve Riddle is watching, “I Shot The Sheriff” by Bob Marley And The Wailers from 1973.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGO8HN1QQdI

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #581 - "Red Red Wine" By UB40

Welcome to PTBN Pop’s Video Jukebox Song of The Day! Every weekday will be featuring a live watch of a great and memorable music video. This week, we are covering a genre that we haven’t featured that much, reggae. On today’s episode, Andy Atherton is watching, “Red Red Wine” by UB40 from 1983.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGq1SyNILkk

It Was a Thing on TV - Episode 486 - The Magic Hour

In the television landscape of 1998, there was a need for late night programming on FOX and other channels not part of The Big Three networks, something to fill the void when The Arsenio Hall Show ended.  Enter the NBA hoopster with a million dollar smile and the energy to match.  Unfortunately, said hoopster didn't have the chops to host.  It didn't help the show's sidekick got the boot during the 3rd episode.

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #580 - "Until It Sleeps" By Metallica

Welcome to PTBN Pop’s Video Jukebox Song of The Day! Every weekday will be featuring a live watch of a great and memorable music video. On today’s episode, Andy Atherton is watching “Until It Sleeps” by Metallica from 1996.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRV9uPr4Dz4

Pop Goes The Classics - Meet The Robinsons

On this edition of Pop Goes the Classics, Mirandia Berthold, Andy Atherton, and Steve Riddle travel to the future as they discuss the 47th Disney Animated Film, Meet the Robinsons. Join the trio as they discuss where they were in March 2007, the film being a spiritual tribute to Walt Disney; Lewis' determination to meet his mother; Bowler Hat Guy being the most cartoonish villain to date; meeting the eccentric and outlandish Robinson Family; singing frogs; whether Goob really is a sympathetic character; breaking the rules of time travel; the anti-climatic ending to DOR-15 and if the film deserves more appreciation than it currently gets. So join Mirandia, Andy, and Steve as they continue their journey through the Disney Animated Canon and always remember, Keep Moving Forward.

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #579 - "Stay (I Missed You) By Lisa Loeb

Welcome to PTBN Pop’s Video Jukebox Song of The Day! Every weekday will be featuring a live watch of a great and memorable music video. On today’s episode, Steve Riddle is watching “Stay (I Missed You)” by Lisa Loeb from 1994.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9HGwRbMiVY

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #578 - "Semi Charmed Life" By Third Eye Blind

Welcome to PTBN Pop’s Video Jukebox Song of The Day! Every weekday will be featuring a live watch of a great and memorable music video. On today’s episode, Andy Atherton is watching “Semi Charmed Life” by Third Eye Blind from 1997.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beINamVRGy4

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #577 - "Meet Me Halfway" By Black Eyed Peas

Welcome to PTBN Pop’s Video Jukebox Song of The Day! Every weekday will be featuring a live watch of a great and memorable music video. On today’s episode, Steve Riddle is watching “Meet Me Halfway” by The Black Eyed Peas from 2009.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7HahVwYpwo

Whatever It Takes #2

In this episode of Whatever It Takes, James and Jon continue their deep dive into Degrassi: The Next Generation by covering episodes 3 & 4 of Season 1: Family Politics and Eye of the Beholder. In Family Politics, Ashley is trying to become school president but will her step brother Toby sabotage those plans as he enters into the race? And in Eye of the Beholder, Terri musters up enough to school dance and even dances with Spinner. However, Paige has other things in mind. If you have whatever it takes, listen right here for all of your Degrassi needs.