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It was a Thing on TV: Episode #99 - Kamelion on Doctor Who

This Week on It was a Thing on TV we meet maybe one of the worst characters in the history of a popular long running show.
Doctor Who has had many memorable characters in it's almost 60-year history on the BBC. However, not every character can be Sarah Jane Smith, Amy Pond or even K-9. Meet Kamelion, a robot who's apparently not a robot. A character so bad he only appeared in two televised Doctor Who serials but has since appeared in many spin-off Doctor Who books and audio dramas in which some of the plots of them will leave you confused.
On a serious note, our co-host Mike recently had a serious trip to the hospital which we address in the cold open of the episode. To help out with his medical expenses a GoFundMe has been set-up which you can donate to at tinyurl.com/klaussiestrong.

Diamond Conversations: Pat Zachry

Today's Diamond Conversations welcomes former Cincinnati Reds, New York Mets and LA Dodgers pitcher, Pat Zachry. A former Rookie of the Year with the Reds, Zachry was traded to the Mets in the infamous "Midnight Massacre" that saw fan favorite Tom Seaver traded away. With big shoes to fill and a whole career ahead of him, Pat describes what it was like to be thrust into the NY spotlight and how he managed. We also discuss his stellar MLB career and test his trivia skills in another Diamond Conversations instant classic.

Making Mt. Rushmore #3 - 80's Comedy Movies & 80's Action Flicks

In the third episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, panelists J Arsenio D’Amato, Shawn Kidd, Roger Morrissette & Matt Souza, discuss which 1980’s Comedy Movies deserve a place as one of the four greatest of all-time. Is Airplane! a no-brainer? What about Ghostbusters? Will Coming To America grab a spot? Does Caddyshack deserve a place? After that, they discuss which 1980’s Action Flicks will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that Raiders Of The Lost Ark shouldn’t get a spot? Will the Die Hard be included? Is Predator in the conversation? What about Commando, Top Gun & The Terminator?

Piece of the Action #6: Face/Off

In the latest episode of Piece of the Action, Matt welcomes Calvin Crowell to the podcast to watch 1997’s Face/Off. Listen to Matt and Calvin discuss Nic Cage, John Travolta, face raking, a daughter who can change her age at a moments notice, slow motion action scenes, chin holes, and so much more on this Piece of the Action!

Star Trek V: The Final Frontier (1989)

So...is this as bad as we remember? On this episode of Pop Goes the Classics, Scott & Tek decide...did William Shatner have any business directing? What was the next step for the original crew after the 3-movie trilogy completed? The guys makes their...underwhelming grades and discuss whatever redeeming qualities it may have. So sit back, meet weird Vulcans, fly to the center of the galaxy and enjoy this episode of Pop Goes the Classics!

The Great Debate #12

In the latest episode of The Great Debate, host Andy Atherton is joined by Ben Locke, Rory McNamara & Calum McDougall. The gang discusses and debates a variety of pop culture and sports topics including: which actor has been the best on-screen James Bond; American sports they can’t get into and which British sports they think should be more popular in the U.S.; Michael Caine vs. Anthony Hopkins; musical acts they would love to see at Royal Albert Hall, O2 Arena & Wembley Stadium. And as always, the show closes with a fun rapid fire round that runs the gamut.

It Was a Thing on TV Presents

It Was a Thing on TV has recently had real life take a turn on us over the last week. Our co-host Mike had a serious issue that sent him to the hospital recently.
 
Myself (Greg) and Chico talk about what's going on at the time we recorded this (last Friday). While we are trying to figure everything out in terms of a recording and release schedule for what's already in the can (Episodes 99, 100 and 101 are already recorded and need to be edited) we decided to give you folks at PTBN Pop some content this week.
 
Me and Chico discuss recent issues relating to the Pandemic, movie theater closings, David Spade, The Drew Barrymore Show, Tom Green pranks, Power Rangers and Super Sentai and of course The Fly.
 
A GoFundMe has been set up for Mike if you want to donate to pay for his hospital bills.
 
https://tinyurl.com/klaussiestrong
 
We'll be back here next week on PTBN Pop and have a safe week everybody.

Diamond Conversations: Jerry Reuss

Today's very special episode features former Pittsburgh Pirates and LA Dodgers legendary pitcher, Jerry Reuss. Jerry and his 220 career victories span an amazing career that began in 1969 and ended in 1990. Through the transitioning eras of the game, the golden haired Ace was an absolute staple of the game and has many stories to tell. From growing up a Cardinals fan to his MLB debut and all the lessons learned in between, this episode is a must listen in the Diamond Conversations catalog. 

Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (1986)

On the newest episode of Pop Goes the Classics: Scott & Tek go back to save the whales! On Leonard Nimoy's second outing as director, he finishes off the three movie arc that started with Spock's death and continued with his resurrection! The guys grade their categories and decide...did Captain Kirk need to fall in love? Sit back and enjoy the newest episode of Pop Goes the Classics!

Laugh-In Theater #36 - Harold And Kumar Go To White Castle with Scott Shifflett

In the thirty-sixth episode of Laugh-In Theater, host Andy Atherton is joined by Scott Shifflett to do a live watch of the 2004 comedy, Harold And Kumar Go To White Castle. The guys discuss office bullies; inner monologues; manscaping; Sixteen Candles; The Crave Case; New Jersey geography; Twinkies; breaking wind; “going” outside; Ryan Reynolds; flat tires; whispering; full serve gas stations; NPH; picking up hitchhikers; “good” jeans; Bridesmaids & sugary cereals. So remember, if you’re craving White Castle, no other burgers will cut it.

It Was a Thing on TV Twin Pack (Episodes #97 & 98): SNL '80 (Directors Cut) and Hometown Commercials

This week on It Was a Thing on TV, we'd like to know who the F did it.
First, every bad show has a bad season, it seems.  We will cover such bad seasons in future episodes.  For now, we are dedicating an entire show to one such season, Saturday Night Live's 6th season.  Almost nothing from the show's 5th season carried over, and it showed.
Then, who doesn't love a good hometown commercial?  They're goofy, they're low-budget, they're corny, and often they're viral.  We look at over a dozen such ads.  Greg also rants and raves about The Sega Channel and Mike talks about his run-in with presumably the star of one of these ads.
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Diamond Conversations: Wes Chamberlain

Today's Diamond Conversations features former Philadelphia Phillies Outfielder, Wes Chamberlain. Wes, drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1987, made his way through the Pirates system, facing adversity and competition to make the starting core of outfielders in a deep roster that featured Bobby Bonilla and Barry Bonds. But it was a trade to the Phillies in 1990 that would change the career of Chamberlain and that is the focus of our podcast today. Listen to his inspirational story and faith driven experiences of a MLB veteran and how he is helping today's younger generations train for a future in baseball. 

Making Mt. Rushmore #2 - Marvel Villains & DC Villains

In the second episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, moderator Andy Atherton is joined by panelists Tim Capel, Scott Shifflett, Shawn Kidd & Scott Criscuolo first discuss which Marvel villains deserve a place as one of the four greatest of all-time. Is Thanos a no-brainer? What about the Green Goblin? Will Doctor Doom get his due? Does Magneto deserve a spot? After that, they discuss which DC villains will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that Lex Luthor gets a spot? Will the Joker grab a spot? Is Darkseid in the conversation? What about Sinestro, Death Stroke & Anti Monitor?

Year In Pop- 1985

In the fourteenth 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 1985. The guys talk in depth about the NES; “New” Coke; Coach from Cheers; The I-70 World Series; Patrick Ewing; WrestleMainia; Howard Cosell; the end of the Dukes Of Hazzard; Elmo; USA For Africa; Live Aid; Bruce Springsteen’s Born In The USA album; Spies Like Us & Back To The Future.
 

It Was a Thing on TV Twin Pack (Episodes #95 & 96): Kid Nation & Utopia

This week on It Was a Thing on TV, Mike, Chico and Greg look at two legendary Reality TV flops.
First, A world run by kids--no curfews, unlimited candy, and no homework...right?  Here's a social experiment from 2007 which sought out to see how 40 children would run their own society, CBS' entry Kid Nation.
Then, it's another social experiment gone wrong, in multiple ways.  Utopia didn't last two months and it cost FOX $50 million in just acquiring its rights.  Surely some heads rolled.  And what's the deal with the cartoonist as host?
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