Pop Retro
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.
Episodes
19 episodes
Saturday Night Live - Part 2 (Big Hats Are Funny)
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 brill...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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41:35
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 C...
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Episode 16
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40:00
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 an...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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37:58
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-know...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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39:53
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 hi...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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31:32
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: @popretropodcastBe sure to listen to the regula...
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Episode 12
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31:24
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 sata...
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Episode 12
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31:24
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 s...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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34:27
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 & event...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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29:53
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. T...
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Episode 0
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3:01
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 infl...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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32:35
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 ...
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Episode 8
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25:29
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 spec...
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Episode 7
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27:35
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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Episode 6
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34:24
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 Mil...
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Episode 5
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41:06
"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 t...
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Episode 4
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30:51
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...
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Episode 3
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26:16
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...
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Episode 2
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31:46
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 a...
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Episode 1
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30:05
