Best Paul MacPherson Podcasts (2025)

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Captain Power 21:15

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2h ago21:15

21:15

It's not a cartoon, but Paul and John both watched it... and had the toys. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Pole Position 18:33

2d ago18:33

18:33

Almost five years to the day after they reviewed the first episode of 1984's Pole Position, Paul and John have reviewed the second episode. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Muppet Babies 16:32

6d ago16:32

16:32

If Muppets age, can they die? Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Jem and the Holograms 23:35

9d ago23:35

23:35

This episode of TFNPS is outrageous. Truly, truly outrageous. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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My Little Pony 10:55

14d ago10:55

10:55

Before the Bronies, there was a cartoon for little girls about magical horses. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Captain N: The Game Master 20:29

16d ago20:29

20:29

A half hour commercial for Nintendo animated by people who have clearly never played a single Nintendo game. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Dinosaucers 19:23

20d ago19:23

19:23

It's another show neither Paul nor John had ever watched! Requested by Dear Listener Jason Salyer. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Care Bears 17:47

23d ago17:47

17:47

Paul and John watch a cartoon about a wedding just before John's wedding. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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M.A.S.K. 19:16

27d ago19:16

19:16

It's not quite G.I. Joe, it's not quite Transformers... it's M.A.S.K. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Duck Tales 22:19

1M ago22:19

22:19

If you didn't get enough Disney in the last episode, here's some more. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers 18:28

1M ago18:28

18:28

It's a Disney classic. Requested by Dear Listener Melanie Kaklamanis. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson 1:26:27

1M ago1:26:27

1:26:27

Drummer, DJ, producer, Oscar-winning documentary director, composer and musical director Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson joins SCORE from John Mayer’s private writing room at Henson Recording Studios! Ahmir discusses the absolutely bonkers music mashup from 50 years of Saturday Night Live, featured in his Emmy-nominated documentary LADIES & GENTLEMEN: 5…

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Inhumanoids 20:08

1M ago20:08

20:08

Scientists in battle armour fighting monsters from below the Earth. In theory, this should be a good show. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Astroboy 17:07

1M ago17:07

17:07

What if Pinocchio could fly, had super strength, and fired lasers out of his butt? Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Ghostbusters 18:30

2M ago18:30

18:30

No... not the good one. The Filmation one. Requested by Dear Listener Ben Pearlman. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Star Blazers 16:36

2M ago16:36

16:36

Paul and John recap another episode of a cartoon they'd never watched before. Requested by Dear Listener Justin Samlal. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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John Murphy & David Fleming (Superman) 1:12:03

2M ago1:12:03

1:12:03

Superstar composers John Murphy and David Fleming finally enter the same room (you read that correctly) after an unusual but groundbreaking experience co-composing the score for James Gunn’s SUPERMAN. How John’s electric guitar-focused approach (he writes themes on a zany guitar he named Ned Flanders) harnessed the majesty of John Williams’ iconic …

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Denver The Last Dinosaur 19:30

2M ago19:30

19:30

Paul and John review an episode of a cartoon they never watched. Requested by Dear Listener Mike. This podcast episode is not endorsed by the National Education Association. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Dungeons & Dragons 22:30

2M ago22:30

22:30

Rile up your Satanic panic and join Paul and John as they review an episode of Dungeons & Dragons. Requested by Dear Listener Chloe. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 23:03

2M ago23:03

23:03

When you find out that one of your Dear Listeners is an actual tortoise, you review an episode of TMNT. Requested by Dear Listener Henri the Sonoran tortoise. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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The Real Ghostbusters 22:24

2M ago22:24

22:24

Who ya gonna call? Tuh-fin-piss! Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Kidd Video 21:26

2M ago21:26

21:26

Technically, this is an episode of something that is technically a cartoon. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Robotech: The New Generation 23:40

2M ago23:40

23:40

Robotech is Paul's favourite television program from his childhood and "Lonely Soldier Boy" is his favourite episode. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Inspector Gadget 21:19

2M ago21:19

21:19

Paul and John recap an episode of Inspector Gadget and have a go-go-gadget-great-time! Requested by Dear Listener Bethany Nichols. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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ThunderCats 24:43

3M ago24:43

24:43

Meeeeow! Paul and John recap an episode of Thundercats. Requested by Dear Listener Ben Pearlman. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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She-Ra: Princess of Power 22:41

3M ago22:41

22:41

How to you market He-Man to girls? You fill it full of pastel colours and unicorns. Requested by John's fiancee. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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The Super Mario Bros. Super Show 19:31

3M ago19:31

19:31

A lot of television shows in the 1980s included/hid cocaine in the budget. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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G.I. Joe 24:21

3M ago24:21

24:21

"One is never over or under-dressed with a little black dress." - Karl Lagerfeld Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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The Raccoons 19:08

3M ago19:08

19:08

This is TFNPS. Quiet, peaceful, serene… That is, until John and Paul start recording! Luckily, they have some Dear Listeners to help them out. Life would be simple at TFNPS except for: Herman J. Peckerwiener. And his life would be simple except for The Transformers Nitpickers Podcast Show! Run With Us - Lisa Lougheed Contact John on Bluesky or emai…

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Blackstar 18:05

3M ago18:05

18:05

Our first request episode of the season! Dave Janča watched Blackstar as a kid and asked us to review it... so we did. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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The Super Powers Team: Galactic Guardians 24:23

3M ago24:23

24:23

This episode has it all! Adam West! Casey Kasem! An origin story! Batman crying! What more could you ask for? Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Bravestarr 16:57

3M ago16:57

16:57

It wouldn't be the 80s without a drugs-are-bad episode. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Spider-Man and his Amazing Friends 21:23

3M ago21:23

21:23

Tuh-fin-piss! Tuh-fin-piss! Reviewing the dumb 80s shit! Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Finneas O’Connell (Disclaimer) 1:10:26

4M ago1:10:26

1:10:26

Oscar and Grammy-winning songwriter and composer Finneas O’Connell breaks down his journey into film composing and working with Oscar winning director Alfonso Cuarón on the hit miniseries DISCLAIMER. Finneas dives into his work with Billie Eilish and how it led to meeting Cuarón, the frightening first steps and self doubt of getting started (VENGEA…

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Ulysses 31 20:06

4M ago20:06

20:06

John and Paul review a cosmic space opera you've probably never heard of, based upon a 2800 year old poem. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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The Smurfs 17:00

4M ago17:00

17:00

We're smurfin' this smurftastic review right up your smurfhole! Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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He-Man and the Masters of the Universe 22:13

4M ago22:13

22:13

Paul and John have decided to watch a lot of the cartoons they grew up with, and some of the ones they didn't. Up first: 1983's He-Man and the Masters of the Universe! Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Transformers One 1:34:29

4M ago1:34:29

1:34:29

Is Transformers One the best Transformers movie ever made? John and Paul discuss the topic as they review the movie. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Son Lux (Thunderbolts*) 1:14:43

5M ago1:14:43

1:14:43

Oscar-nominated experimental band/composing trio Son Lux joins Score after their breakout success on EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE, and as their latest film, Marvel’s THUNDERBOLTS*, releases in theaters. How the solo project from Ryan Lott led to working as a trio with Rafiq Bhatia, Ian Chang — incorporating unique electronic instrumentation wi…

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Headmasters: Wrap-up 33:40

6M ago33:40

33:40

Paul and John discuss the good and the bad of a lost 80s gem, then they interview each other. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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The Final Showdown on Earth: Part II 14:29

6M ago14:29

14:29

All good things must end. So must Headmasters. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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The Final Showdown on Earth: Part I 17:28

6M ago17:28

17:28

It's the beginning of the end! Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Paul Leonard-Morgan (Last Breath) 1:16:26

6M ago1:16:26

1:16:26

Scottish-born composer Paul Leonard-Morgan (Last Breath, Cyberpunk 2077, Tales from the Loop, Limitless) is a master of different mediums — from film/television to video games, concerts and working with recording artists like bands Belle & Sebastian and Snow Patrol, among many others. His latest, survival-thriller Last Breath starring Woody Harrels…

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Duel on the Asteroid 15:43

6M ago15:43

15:43

Chromedome and Sixshot duel on the planet* Jolo**. *asteroid **Pallas Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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My Friend Sixshot! 19:22

7M ago19:22

19:22

Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Operation: Destroy the Decepticons 16:27

7M ago16:27

16:27

Don't worry, everyone! Chromedome has a plan! Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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The Zarak Shield Turns the Tide 15:28

7M ago15:28

15:28

Can the Autobots stop Scorponok from building a thing? Does any of this matter? Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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The Master Sword Is in Danger!! 19:39

7M ago19:39

19:39

Fortress decides to sacrifice everything for Wheelie. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Miraculous Warriors, Targetmasters: Part II 18:39

7M ago18:39

18:39

Don't get too invested in Sappo. Contact John on Bluesky or email Paul and John at [email protected]. Full episode archiveBy John Sobey and Paul MacPherson

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Daniel Blumberg (The Brutalist) 1:13:10

7M ago1:13:10

1:13:10

At 34, UK-based artist and composer Daniel Blumberg is the youngest person nominated for this year’s Best Score at the Oscars. His work on The Brutalist, nominated for 10 Academy Awards, is a continuation and evolution of Brady Corbet’s directorial talent — a longtime friend and collaborator. Daniel talks us through his formative experience at Cafe…