Pop Culture Episodes
Engage with discussions on pivotal moments in pop culture, from movies to television, highlighting how they intertwine with the music of their time.
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June 30, 2026
KISS on the Porch: From Face Paint to First Shows
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Nov. 28, 2025
Two Friends Try To Explain 1985 Without Getting Distracted By Dogs Or Football
Send us a text Cue the tape deck and roll down the windows—we’re time-traveling to 1985, when MTV crowned songs with visuals, stadium choruses rattled bleachers, and one year managed to pack in more pop culture whiplash than most decades. We kick off with the hits that won the airwaves—A-ha’s pencil-sketched rocket, Madonna’s icon-making trifecta, Tears for Fears’ velvet angst, and Dire Straits’ sly jab at the star factory—then dig into why some anthems still get misread. If you’ve ever belte...
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May 7, 2025
Judicial Scandals and Vintage Vinyl: 1972's Greatest Hits
Send us a text Ready for a podcast that bounces between courtroom scandals and Chuck Berry's only number one hit without missing a beat? We've got you covered. The gavel comes down hard in this episode as we tackle the bizarre case of two Democratic judges arrested for harboring illegal immigrants. One judge allegedly helped an undocumented defendant escape ICE agents through a courthouse back door, while another kept a suspected Venezuelan gang member as a "handyman" in their guest house. A...
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Dec. 11, 2024
The MT Alternative Podcast Holiday special with special guest Pip and Squeak from the Lil' Dudes introducing their favorite segments.
Send us a text Ever wondered how two doodles on a napkin could spark a worldwide sensation? Join us as we welcome the effervescent duo Pip and Squeak from "Lil' Dudes," alongside our resident hosts Mike and Tom. Pip retells the hilarious origins of keeping Squeak's fiery antics in check, which range from toaster mishaps to receiving blueprints for heists from fans. Aspiring "Lil' Dudes" get a nugget of wisdom from Pip and Squeak on dreaming big while keeping your chaos organized. Expect a rolli...
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July 24, 2024
Lights, Legends, and Lost Time: The Brown Mountain Mysteries Unveiled
Send us a Text Message. What secrets lie behind the mysterious Brown Mountain Lights in North Carolina? Unravel the captivating history and ongoing fascination of these enigmatic lights as guest host Bill takes you on a journey through centuries of wonder and investigation. From Native American legends and the first European settler sightings to in-depth scientific studies by the US Geological Survey and Appalachian State University, we explore the many facets of this enduring mystery. Alongside...