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On episode 4 of Battlestar in the 25th Century, Shawn and Scott live watch Buck Rogers episode 2, “Awakening Part 2.” They discuss a cool space battle opening, Buck schooling Earth’s pilots with his 87 NASA skills, angry Kane, a Wilma vs. Ardala choice, why are these women in love with Buck after 2 episodes, Why does Wilma’s mouth not move sometimes when she speaks, one of the most cringeworthy entertaining dance scenes ever, humans and robots not being very smart in the 25th Century, Formal Space Sinbad wear, what show has cooler ships, Buck or Battlestar, a pretty great final battle with the Draconians and a weird kind of lame ending.

On the inaugural episode of The Most Sensational, Inspirational, Celebrational, Muppetational Podcast, Mirandia Berthold & Andy Atherton talk about their love for The Muppets as well as give the show’s mission statement. For this installment, they review the first four episodes of season one of The Muppet Show that featured guest stars: Juliet Prowse, Connie Stevens, Joel Grey & Ruth Buzzi. And give their thoughts on their favorite characters and sketches that appeared in each.

On the latest episode of the Pop Goes The Movies Andy Atherton is joined by Scott Shifflett, Shawn Kidd & Tim Capel to review Zack Synder’s Justice League. They start off by giving their thoughts on the theatrical version, then they go over the differences between to the two versions, remarking on the changes that they liked and the ones that missed the mark. Also, they give their thoughts on where the DCEU could be headed after this re-cut.

This Week on It Was a Thing on TV, the gang discussed a pair of adaptations of famous TV shows that got lost in translation while taking a visit to Alabama.
 
First, this leprechaun story was one of the first viral YouTube videos, from back in 2006.  This story got significant media attention and was soon spoofed on shows including Key and Peele and South Park.  Was it really a leprechaun?
 
Next, we look at the import from the UK, Coupling, which was to be the next big thing after Friends, but was off the NBC schedule after just 4 episodes.
 
Finally, Married with Children lasted over 10 years and 259 episodes in the United States.  When it was exported to the UK as Married for Life, it lasted 7 episodes, utilizing the same scripts as the original version, modified with British references.  Talk about another show which got lost in translation.
 
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Pop Goes To The Couch starts up a new pod series covering the latest entry into the MCU on Disney+, The Falcon And The Winter Soldier. In this first installment, Shawn Kidd, Scott Shifflett, Tim Capel & Andy Atherton review and break down Season 1 Episode 1 "New World Order". In this spoiler-filled discussion they go over the plot elements, as well as any Easter eggs they have spotted as well as given their thoughts on what everything means in the overall story of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

In the fourteenth episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, panelists Steve Riddle, Logan Crosland & Scott Criscuolo join moderator Andy Atherton to discuss which video game characters deserve a place as on their respective lists. Is Donkey Kong a no-brainer? What about Mario? Will Sonic The Hedgehog grab a spot? Does Bowser or Tecmo Bo deserve a place? After that, they discuss which video game franchises will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that the Madden series shouldn’t get a spot? Will Super Mario be included? Is The Legend of Zelda in the conversation? What about Grand Theft Auto & Mortal Kombat?

Welcome to PTBN Trivia Night, Place To Be Nation Pop’s first ever trivia game show! In our sixth episode, Kevin Tucker, Scott Criscuolo & J Arsenio D'Amato face off to see which one of them is the most rad, tubular and gnarly when it comes to 80's trivia.
Settle in and play along to see if you have what it takes to be a contestant on a future episode of PTBN Trivia Night!

In episode 3, Glenn Butler and a returning Jordan Duncan join Steve for the socially distant equivalent of a group hug. Topics covered include peanut butter cup evolution, socially competent spelling bees, exceptional educators, prophets: false? and the amazing world of wind power at sea. Plus: Glenn Recommends a Podcast! (patent pending) SPECTACULAR ADVICE~: University of Michigan’s Ten Things for Your Mental Health Let's come together so we can feel good…for now! Looking for advice? Sure you are!
E-mail the show at spectacularadvice@gmail.com
Producer: Nate Milton
Now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Google Podcasts, and Amazon Music!

On the fortieth episode of Laugh-In Theater, Andy Atherton welcomes back James Gruenberg to do a live watch of the 2001 comedy, Rat Race. The guys discuss insurance scams; Amy Smart’s filmography; watching movies in hotel rooms; visiting a psychic; twenty-five cent slots; secret publicity stunts; narcolepsy; placing bets on anything; pissed-off ex-girlfriends; fear of heights; coincidences & Smash Mouth. So remember, you should’ve bought a squirrel.

This week on It Was a Thing on TV we've got you covered from Mario to Betty White to Rowdy Roddy Piper to Don Cheadle.
 
First, in honor of Mario Day last week, we pay our respects to this non-holiday by looking at the unforgettable Super Mario Bros. Super Show!  One of us never watched this on Fridays for reasons.
 
Then, we look at the short-lived sequel to The Golden Girls in The Golden Palace. It looked good on paper.  Minus Dorothy, it was, for the most part, its predecessor.  But hoo boy, Urkel roflstomped The Golden Palace into foreclosure.
 
Just a note the following episodes might have a hiccup here and there with hot mics while we were recording these episodes.
 
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On a wild episode 3 of Battlestar in the 25th Century, Shawn and Scott live watch episode 1 of Buck Rogers, “Awakening Part 1.” After discussing the show, the premise and history behind it they jump into commentary on the differences in the late night Cinemax theater version of the opening (will play at end of episode) vs.TV version, Gorgeous Princess Ardala, her taste for men and her angry advisor Kane, space drugs, the ships, the costumes, militant hot Wilma Deering, creepy robots with body part heads, a council of circle head robots with no bodies that control earth’s destiny, 1987 NASA training on military strategy, defense and karate, Space Cannibals and so much more!

On the twelfth installment of the Pop Goes The Classics series looking at the Disney animated features, Mirandia Berthold, Andy Atherton & Steve Riddle look at 1959’s Sleeping Beauty. They discuss the many aspects of the films including: the return to the princess-led fairy tale; the unique animation style; the dynamic between Flora, Fauna & Meriweather; Prince Phillip being the most fleshed out prince to date & where Maleficent falls in the Disney villain rankings.

This week on It Was a Thing on TV we look at two short-lived flops from two different comedy legends.
 
First, Tim Conway is a legend but it seems he's only best known for The Carol Burnett Show and Dorf on Golf.  One of his post-Burnett flops is Ace Crawford...Private Eye, a detective show in a similar vein to Police Squad!, but with a horrible laugh track.
 
Then, it was to be Paul Reubens' bounce back role after Pee Wee's Playhouse was cancelled.  You Don't Know Jack is but a blip in TV history, a deviation from what TV audiences were used to seeing.  Mike used his Money in the Bank on this and by the end of this episode, he regrets selecting this show.
 
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Pop Goes The Movies returns with J Arsenio D'Amato and Andy Atherton discussing the latest big movie to hit streaming, Coming 2 America. The guys talk about their love for the original and give their thoughts on the sequel regarding the fun additions that join the returning original cast members, including the many characters played by both Eddie Murphy & Arsenio Hall and the fan service and callbacks.
Whether it's in the theater or at home streaming, we'll be here to breakdown and review the latest movies just for you.

We are at the halfway point of the season and the All-Star break, so while the rest of the NBA takes a vacay before the second half of the season starts up, Adam Murray and Andrew Riche are here to talk basketball. On this episode, Riche and Adam focus on the head coach firing spree which began in Minnesota and Atlanta, if they were deserved or not, and if there are more to come soon. Then they visit Gotham to talk about the defensively driven New York Knicks, and the superstar-driven scoring avalanche in Brooklyn. We also discuss All-Stars, notable performances, and more. So suit up and take it out with the NBA-Team!