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Dive into the dark and heavy world of Superunknown as we break down Soundgarden’s 1994 masterpiece track by track. From the haunting pull of “Black Hole Sun” to the raw punch of “Spoonman” to all the great album tracks, we revisit an album that sounds as good today as it did 30 years ago.  Then we shift gears and fire up the nostalgia machine with a draft of our favorite 1990s music videos. Expect big visuals, weird concepts, and plenty of debate as we build the ultimate ‘90s video lineup.  Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

Step back into 1994, when flannel ruled, guitars were loud, and alternative rock officially took over the mainstream. In this episode, we dive into the biggest alternative hits of the year and build our ultimate draft—stacked with iconic bands, unforgettable hooks, and just the right amount of angst. From grunge heavyweights to breakout alt-rock anthems, we revisit the songs that lived in your Discman, dominated MTV, and still hit just as hard today. Along the way, we share memories and debate what truly deserves a spot on the ultimate ’94 playlist. Whether you were there the first time or just discovering it now, this is your time capsule to one of the greatest years in alternative music history. Check out the Canadian Movie Crew and their podcasts! Or Is It? Film Studies YouTube Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

In this episode, we crack open the time capsule and head back to 1994—aka one of the most ridiculously stacked years in pop culture history. As usual, we draft the best movies, music, and TV of 1994, building our ultimate rosters and debating what really deserves the top spot. We’re talking iconic films like Pulp Fiction, Forrest Gump, and The Shawshank Redemption, game-changing music like Dookie and The Blue Album, plus TV staples like Friends and Seinfeld. Was 1994 the greatest year ever for movies, music, and TV? We’re making the case. So dust off your CDs, rewind the VHS, and settle in for a nostalgic ride through a year that absolutely delivered. Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

In this episode, we continue our time in 1984 and roll deep into Beverly Hills Cop, where Axel Foley proves that a Detroit cop, a loud laugh, and zero regard for the rules is all you really need to survive Beverly Hills. We relive the moments, the music, and the magic that made this one of the most rewatchable movies of the 80s. Then, in true Pop Culture Yearbook fashion, we put on our GM hats and draft the best “fish-out-of-water” movies of all time—the films where characters are dropped into the absolute worst (or weirdest) possible situations…and somehow make it work. Or don’t. That’s part of the fun. Expect a mix of iconic picks, questionable strategy, mild chaos, and at least one selection that will have the other host asking, “Wait…really?” So grab your letterman jacket, cue up that 80s soundtrack, and join us for a nostalgic ride through movie history. Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

Step back into 1984, when the radio dial ruled the world and long-distance dedications connected hearts across the country. Inspired by the legendary style of Casey Kasem and the magic of American Top 40, this episode recreates the nostalgic feeling of those unforgettable radio moments. Brad and Giff spin some of the biggest hits of the year while sharing heartfelt, funny, and sometimes dramatic long-distance dedications—just like the ones that made Sunday mornings legendary. From power ballads to synth-driven pop classics, 1984 delivered some of the most iconic songs of the decade. So grab your Walkman, turn up the radio, and get ready for a trip back to the golden age of Top 40. And remember… keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars. Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

In this episode, we take a deep dive into The Terminator (1984), the groundbreaking sci-fi thriller directed by James Cameron and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger in the role that made him a global icon. We break down the film’s origins, its gritty low-budget production, and how it reinvented science fiction and action movies in the 1980s. From the relentless T-800 to the emotional core of Sarah Connor, we explore why this time-travel classic still feels intense and relevant more than four decades later. After the movie discussion, we have our usual draft. This time we're drafting our favorite movies (and more) starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. See where your favorite gets picked. If you love 80s movies, sci-fi classics, or action film breakdowns, this episode is for you. Come with us if you want to live. Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

Travel back to 1984, one of the most iconic years in pop culture history. In this episode, we welcome back Def Dave and draft the very best movies, music, and TV that defined the year. From blockbuster hits like Ghostbusters and The Terminator to chart-dominating albums like Purple Rain, we debate what truly deserves a first-round pick. On the TV side, we revisit classics like The Cosby Show and Miami Vice — the shows that shaped the decade’s style and sound. Expect nostalgia, spirited arguments, surprise picks, and plenty of ‘80s love as we choose the definitive pop culture of 1984. Who had the best drafts? And what did we totally miss? And don't miss Def Dave's new podcast Def Dave's 1984. Check out all things Def Dave at this link! Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

Sure, Jan… Brad and his siblings went to the real Brady Bunch house. In this episode, we step inside one of TV’s most iconic homes and share what it’s actually like to walk through a place that defined 70s pop culture. From the famous staircase to the groovy décor, we talk surprises, laughs, and the nostalgic moments that made us feel like kids again. Is it bigger on TV? Does it feel like a real home or a sitcom set? And would we survive sharing that bathroom? Join us for a fun, retro trip back to America’s favorite TV family home. Whether you watched it during its original run or caught it in after-school reruns, this episode is a love letter to big hair, bigger collars, and the TV family that somehow made sharing one bathroom look manageable. It’s a story… of a house we finally got to see in real life. Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

This week we revisit two standout episodes of Brooklyn Nine-Nine, breaking down the best jokes, character moments, and why the Nine-Nine remains one of the best modern TV comedies. From Jake’s chaotic brilliance to Holt’s legendary deadpan delivery, we dive into what makes these episodes endlessly rewatchable. Then, we draft the greatest sitcom characters of all time. From first-round locks to bold sleeper picks, we build our ultimate comedy lineup and debate who truly deserves GOAT status.  Subscribe, rate, and follow for more TV breakdowns, character rankings, and pop culture drafts every week. Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

This week we break down Cage the Elephant and their 2015 Grammy-winning album Tell Me I'm Pretty — track by track. We explore the band’s evolution, the themes behind the lyrics, and the production shift that sharpened their sound. It’s an informational deep dive with just enough humor to keep things loud. Whether you’re revisiting the album or hearing it with fresh ears, this episode explains why Tell Me I’m Pretty remains a defining moment in modern rock. Many rock stars have famously battled demons, whether addiction, depression, or something else. Soemtimes those battles lead to artistic and creative genius. Other times they lead to tragedy. Or sometimes both. Our draft this week is stars who have battled demons that we root for and love. Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

Check out this short bonus episode for the announcement of two exciting new things, one related to our show and one related to a fellow podcast.  Youc an find our new Patreon here! Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

In 2015, Amy Schumer was a rising comedy star who burst through in the hit movie Trainwreck, directed by Judd Apatow. Semi-autobiographical and full of nonstop cameos and appearances by comedians and athletes, Schumer wrote a crowd pleaser that raked in the cash. Brad and Giff break it down for you with the background details and of course their favorite scenes and lines. Then surprise! Giff's wife Courtney returns to the show to help us draft our favorite funny women in comedy. Our choices cover decades of hilarious women! Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

We are back and rejuvenated! It's time for season 6 of PCY! To kick off the new season we are covering 2015, 11 years ago already. For help with this one, Giff has recruited his eldest son Sam to join us. Sam was 10 years old in 2015, so he brings a different perspective to the show.  We have lots of memories to start off before we draft the best movies, music, and TV from 2015. Listen now to see what gets picked and how different the generations look back! Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

What is a perfect movie to you? For us, the obvious answer is The Princess Bride. Of all the movies we haven't covered yet on PCY, this is most inconceivable omission. Well, here we go! Get out your swords, put on your six-fingered gloves, and fetch that pitcher; it's time talk about this Rob Reiner classic starring Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, Mandy Patinkin, Andre the Giant, Christopher Guest, Billy Crystal, Carol Kane, and others. As you wish...we always have our draft too. This time we're picking the best family-friendly movies to watch for all ages. No animated movies or Christmas movies allowed. Just regular family-friendly fare. Have fun storming the castle! Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram

If you follow us on any social media, you've seen Brad counting down his 100 favorite songs of all-time for the past couple months. It was a fun and monumental task. To celebrate the end, we are counting down the top 10 live on our show and getting Giff's reactions to the songs and the overall list. This one is a lot of fun, and we've love to hear your reactions as well as some of your favorites that you would include on your own list.  The full 100 song list Support our show and join our Patreon! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram