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Bake Off Banter #5: Chocolate Week

Chocolate Week turned up the heat in the tent! From mousse cups that struggled to set, to a tricky white chocolate tart technical, and indulgent fondue displays in the showstopper, the bakers had plenty to prove. We break down the highs, the stumbles, and reveal who took home Star Baker — and who had to say goodbye in this bittersweet week.  

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #885 - "Dancing In The Dark" By Bruce Springsteen

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 “Dancing In The Dark” by Bruce Springsteen from 1984.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=129kuDCQtHs

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #884 - "Whisper In The Dark" By Skillet

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 “Whispers In The Dark” by Skillet from 2006.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B58OBfM-8A4

Pop Goes Degrassi #14

In this episode of Pop Goes Degrassi, James and Jon cover Degrassi: Next-Generation S2 E11, "Don't Believe The Hype". In the episode, Hazel is embarrassed to be from a Somalian background. However, after a Muslim student faces racism, will she start taking pride where she comes from? Also JT sews a pillow for Liberty, but doesn't want to get made fun of by the guys. If you have whatever it takes, listen right here on Pop Goes Degrassi.

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #883 - "Carnival" By Natalie Merchant

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 “Carnival” by Natalie Merchant from 1995.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQ_Wqtnlv4U

NBA-Team: NBA 25-26 Previews: Bad Bad Bad Not Good

As our 2025-26 previews continue, we turn our attention to the basement, where, yeah...it's going to be a rough go for fans of these teams....i mean, unless you're into "development" over "wins" . Andrew and Adam preview Brooklyn, Charlotte (17:20), Washington (29:00), and Utah (41:45). Enjoy!

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #882 - "Kiss From A Rose" By Seal

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 “Kiss From A Rose” by Seal from 1995.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDd2G_V1rzc

Lady and the Beard #11: Cozy Quests & Fantasy Worlds

Join hosts Mirandia and Kelley as we dive into the magical side of gaming — from cozy, heartwarming titles that feel like a warm cup of tea to sprawling fantasy adventures filled with quests and wonder. Whether you’re looking to relax in a virtual cottage or get lost in an epic realm, we’ve got the perfect blend of comfort and escapism waiting for you.  

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #881 - "Steppin' Out" By Joe Jackson

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 “Steppin’ Out” by Joe Jackson from 1982.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJwt2dxx9yg
 

Bake Off Banter #4: School's in Session

It’s Back to School Week in the Bake Off tent, and nostalgia is on the menu! From flapjacks in the Signature to a deceptively simple school cake with custard in the Technical, and a summer fête Showstopper packed with creativity, the bakers had plenty of lessons to learn. Join us as we break down the top marks, the near fails, and reveal who earned Star Baker — and who was sent home in Week Four.  

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #880 - "These Dreams" By Heart

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’re all about dreams both aspirational and the one’s that you experience while you’re asleep. On today’s episode, Andy Atherton is watching, “These Dreams” by Heart from 1985.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41P8UxneDJE

Making Mt. Rushmore #61 - Disney Animated Features / Pixar Animated Films

In the sixty-first episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, host/moderator Steve Riddle welcomes James Gruenberg, Andy Atherton, and Mirandia Berthhold to discuss which Disney Animated Films deserve a place on their respective lists. Is the Lion King a no-brainer? What about Aladdin? Does the Princess and the Frog grab a spot? Does Beauty and the Beast and Peter Pan deserve a place? After that, they discuss which Pixar Films will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that Toy Story shouldn’t get a spot? Will WALL-E be included? Is Finding Nemo in the conversation? What about Up or A Bug's Life?

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #879 - "Dream Weaver" By Gary Wright

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’re all about dreams both aspirational and the one’s that you experience while you’re asleep. On today’s episode, Steve Riddle is watching, “Dream Weaver” by Gary Wright from 1975.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZKuzwPOefs

Video Jukebox Song Of The Day #878 - "Runnin' Down A Dream" By Tom Petty

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’re all about dreams both aspirational and the one’s that you experience while you’re asleep. On today’s episode, Andy Atherton is watching, “Runnin’ Down A Dream” by Tom Petty from 1989.
The YouTube link for the video is below so you can watch along!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1D3a5eDJIs

NBA-Tea: NBA 25-26 Previews: So, We Can Pencil Them Into The Finals, Right?

Our season previews continue with a batch of team that we can all collectively pencil into the finals, right? Andew and Adam go pre-season favorites Cleveland, Orlando (11:20), Oklahoma City (21:40), New York (30:35), Denver (44:20), Houston, (57:45) and Minnesota (1:09:15). Enjoy !