Best Steve Hackman Podcasts (2026)

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1983: Trading Places / Best Comedy Duos 1:09:36

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Merry New Year! We're closing out season 5 with a holiday season movie. Call it a Christmas movie if you want, but this one covers the gamut from Thanksgivign though New Year's. Trading Places made stars out of some and revitalized the careers of others. Eddie Murphy, Dan Aykroyd, Jamie Lee Curtis, Don Ameche, Ralph Bellamy and more all benfitted f…

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Christmas TV Specials / Christmas Season Draft 1:25:58

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You didn't think PCY would let the holiday season pass without a good old-fashioned Christmas episode, did you? Here it is, and we're talking about all the great TV specials we watched as kids (and if we're being honest, still watch today). We've got Rudolph, Charlie Brown, the Grinch, Frosty, Garfield, and a whole lot more! We also have a supsersi…

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RIP Robert Redford / Best Traditional Leading Men 1:13:19

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Closing out our In Memorium stretch, we pay respect to Robert Redford, one of Hollywood's greatest leading men. Not only could he act, he also directed iconic films. A career that started in the 60s and ended with relevance in the Marvel universe, Redford's filmography is tremendous. We look back on it all, inlcuding favorites like The Sting, All t…

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RIP Diane Keaton / Movies Named after a Character Draft 1:00:04

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Another career that spanned decades like Gene Hackman was Diane Keaton's. She was nominated for Oscars and commanding the screen from the 70s through the 2000s. Our main introduction came in Father of the Bride in 1991, but that is just the tip of the iceberg. Keaton's crowning moment came with Annie Hall in 1977. With that in mind, our draft this …

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RIP Gene Hackman / Favorite Sports Movies 1:09:43

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We're starting December by looking back at the careers of some of the titans we lost this year. First up: Gene Hackman. His career spanned decades with highs in 60s, 70, 80s, and 90s. We'll give you fun facts and look back at several of his best films. The movie we really discovered Hackman in was Hoosiers. In that honor, we draft our favorite spor…

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Month of Thanks: Planes, Trains, and Automobiles / John Candy and Steve Martin Draft 1:27:36

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We're closing the yearbook for our Month of Thanks by revisiting the classic Thanksgiving movie Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. This John Hughes film starring John Candy and Steve Martin is near the top of the list for movies we love here at PCY. We will even go so far as to say John Candy should have been in the Oscar conversation for this memora…

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Month of Thanks: Cheers/Friends Thanksgivings / Thanksgiving Foods Draft 1:04:56

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Giff and Brad continue reminiscing about classic Thanksgiving-themed TV episodes this week by rewatching the 1986 Cheers epsiode "Thanksgiving Orphans" and the 1999 Friends epsiode "The One Where Ross Got High." Between a classic food fight and a trifle gone bad that "tastes like feet" we look back with tons of laughs. All that talk about food also…

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Month of Thanks: HIMYM Slapsgiving / NFL Thanksgiving Draft 1:12:04

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Giff and Brad turn their thankfulness to television this week by revisiting two classic Thanksgiving episodes of How I Met Your Mother: "Slapsgiving" and "Slapsgiving 2: Revenge of the Slap." The Slap Bet arc of HIMYM is one of the most memorable and fun parts of the whole series, and these two episodes were instant classics. The slapping continues…

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Month of Thanks: Gratitude Playlist / Thanksgiving Memories 54:56

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Thanksgiving! One of the best days of the year. we have a lot to be thankful for here at PCY, and we always have. Giff and Brad will stroll down memory lane first with a plethora of Thanksgiving memories including everything from family to food to football and fun. Then we share a PCY-created playlist all about gratitude. We have 12 songs with Than…

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2008: Forgetting Sarah Marshall / Saddest Breakups 1:18:15

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Send us a textWe've got another great comedy from 2008 to cover: Forgetting Sarah Marshall! This somewhat "true" story written by Jason Segal about a bad breakup contains a killer cast with Paul Rudd, Kristen Bell, Mila Kunis, Russell Brand, and Jonah Hill. Our breakdown is one you're sure not to forget.Since the whole plot is set off by a bad brea…

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2008: Step Brothers / Most Annoying Siblings Draft 1:15:35

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Send us a textStep Brothers came out in 2008, and while it wasn't an instant hit with PCY, it has grown into a movie we respect and get a ton of laughs out of. That will be evident as you hear us discuss the movie and all its unforgettable lines. As annoying siblings permeate this movie, we decided to draft our most annoying siblings in TV and film…

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2008: The Dark Knight / Event Movies Draft 1:29:55

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Send us a textWhat started in 2005 with Batman Begins reached a fever pitch in 2008 when Christopher Nolan's second installment in the Batman franchise, The Dark Knight, hit theaters. Fueled by the news of Heath Ledger's legendary performance as the Joker and a host of other stars like Michael Caine, Morgan Freeman, Maggie Gyllenhall, Gary Oldman, …

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2008: Memories and TV, Movies, and Music Drafts 1:12:09

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Send us a text17 years ago. 2008 was 17 years ago! We had kids that year who are about to start college. We reminisce about a pivotal year in our lives and draft all the best TV, movies, and music of the year. It was the year Breaking Bad started, Clint Eastwood wanted us to get off his lawn, Taylor Swift was exploding, and everyone was in line to …

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Eagles Playlist / Best Non-Eagles Songs by Eagles Members 1:24:24

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Send us a textThis episode is a bit of a departure for PCY as we are venturing back into the 70s! We're covering a timeless band we all grew up listening to: Eagles. We've picked our favorite songs and are ready to share them with you. We have facts and stories and opinions throughout the playlist. We also grew up with the solo artists like Don Hen…

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1988: Coming to America / Best Stand Up Comedians 1:22:24

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Send us a textIn 1988, Eddie Murphy was maybe the biggest star in the world, and he starred in one of his best movies: Coming to America. This classic is one of the most quotable movies of all-time, especially from the multiple roles played by both Murphy and Arsenio Hall. We break it all down, including the controversy between Murphy and director …

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Metallica / Best Songs with Black in the Title 1:17:26

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Send us a textWinner of Best American Band in our scientific social media poll and requested by a listener, it's time for Metallica. Armed with a playlist curated by one of the biggest Metallica fans on the planet, we break down 10 classic songs spanning multiple decades. It's a team effort to give this great band its proper due.Since the color bla…

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1986: Run DMC - Raising Hell / 80s Rap and Hip Hop Draft 1:36:17

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Send us a textThis one is for the fans! If you support our Buy Me a Coffee, you can be a part of the show. And that is why we're talking about Run DMC! The supporter chose not to be on the show, so we enlisted Run DMC expert and superfan Def Dave to add to the fun (you may remember him from our Dukes of Hazzard episode). We talk about the band and …

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501 Essential Albums of the 80s: Interview with author Gary Graff 1:05:19

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Send us a textGary Graff is back! This time we are talking his newest book 501 Essential Albums of the 80s: a decade that was filled with an incredible variety of music and new superstars. We have a spirited discussion running the gamut from Alabama to ZZ Top. After you finish enjoying this one, go back and listen to our interview with Gary on the …

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1981: The Cannonball Run / Most Famous Mustaches 1:14:02

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Send us a textWe're closing out 1981 with one of the first movies we all saw and loved: The Cannonball Run starring Burt Reynolds, Dom DeLuise, Farrah Fawcett, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr., Jackie Chan, and so many more. We all remember loving the bloopers in the end credits, but what about the rest of the movie? How does it hold up? What fun fact…

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1981: Stripes / Best Movies Starring SNL Cast Members 57:15

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Send us a textOn the heels of SNL, Bill Murray was making his place in pop culture with a movie career. One of the first big ones was Stripes alongside Harold Ramis, John Candy, John Larroquette, Sean Young and many more. In this episode we'll give you the background on the movie, including its place in time as a military movie. Stripes is also one…

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1981: 80s Country (Part 2) - 80s Country Music Draft 50:10

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Send us a text80s Country holds such a special place in our hearts, we need to break it down in two separate episodes. While the previous one focused on 1981 only, this time we're drafting songs from all over the decade. We're each drafting 10 of the best country songs from 1980-1989, and even more will be mentioned along the way!If you enjoy the s…

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1981: 80s Country (Part 1) - 1981 Country Playlist 1:19:03

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Send us a textAs all three PCY hosts grew up on farms in the 80s, country music was a major part of our upbringing. Not only that, country music was crossing over and becoming a major player on pop radio too. This was never more evident than in 1981 when songs and artists were blurring the line between pop and country every week. Listen as we take …

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1981: Memories and TV, Movies, and Music Drafts with Jim from Children of the 80s! 1:30:26

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Send us a text1981 was a great year, but we were only 5 years old. We have some memories, but to help supplement them we've invited Jim from Children of the 80s to return to the show! The movies were a little thin for us this time but the TV and music drafts are competitive and full of amazing options. Check out Children of the 80s here.If you enjo…

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Special Insert: Gear Daddies and Minnesota Music with The 70s vs. the 80s Podcast! 1:31:22

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Send us a textWe all have those bands we love that maybe fly under the radar or stay local. For many of us from Minnesota, Gear Daddies is one of those bands. They flashed in the late 80s and early 90s, captivated audiences and were gone just as fast (though they still reunite and play today from time to time). We've enlisted fellow Minnesota podca…

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2nd Chance Month: 80s/90s Sequels Draft with Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast! 59:09

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Send us a textWe've got 2 great reasons for you to listen to this one: 1. We are joined in this draft with Jason and Dee from the Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast. These guys have a fantastic show, and they know their stuff as well as anyone out there. You'll definitely want to check them out when you're done listening to this one. 2. We are dra…

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Special Insert: Initials Game with Smokin' Sounds, Spinning the Wheel, and Or Is It Podcasts! 1:22:02

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Send us a textWe've invited some of our friends to play another one of Giff's Initials games. Get to know Shawn from Smokin' Sounds, Matt from Spinning the Wheel, and Derek from Or Is It and Film Studies. Then play along as we compete in a heated Initials game hosted by Giff. Check out each of guests at the links below!Smokin' SoundsSpinning the Wh…

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Special Insert: TV Theme Songs with Special Guest Brian Rappe! 31:16

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Send us a textAs our guest, Brian Rappe got to choose this week's draft. We're picking the best TV theme songs of all-time. This is a special installment you don't want to miss! Then check our polls on social media to vote for your favorite list and tell us what we got wrong!If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podca…

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Special Insert: Pulp Fiction with Special Guest Brian Rappe! 1:22:38

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Send us a textIn 1994, Quentin Tarantino made a little movie that changed the landscape of film and rejuvenated the career of John Travolta all at once. In a year of great movies, Pulp Fiction was arguably the best. We welcome back Brian Rappe to help us break down this modern classic. If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/…

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Special Insert: Summer Preview 24:06

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Send us a textWe've got a busy summer here at PCY. But we'll do our best to keep putting out quality content. Here about our plans and the special guests we have lined up in this fun preview episode. 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! Want…

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1997: Austin Powers / Best Spy Equipment 1:29:02

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Send us a textIn 1997, Mike Myers unleashed Austin Powers onto the world. Playing the title role and Dr. Evil, this film also introduced us to Fembots, Alotta Fagina, Frau Farbissina, and a host of other classic characters. Even more than the characters were the lines however. Yeah baby! Do I make you horny?! Oh behave! The film indeed left a memor…

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1997: South Park / Favorite South Park Characters 1:03:09

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Send us a textThings are about to get naughty, as Cartman's mom would say. We're talking South Park, and there really is no way to talk about this classic show cleanly. We focus on the first episode "Cartman gets an Anal Probe" and the highly rated episode "Scott Tenorman Must Die" in our look back, but there is so much more. Grab some Cheesy Poofs…

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1997: Everclear - So Much for the Afterglow / Favorite 3 Piece Bands 1:27:35

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Send us a textFilled with killer hooks, memorable lyrics, and loud guitars, Everclear's 1997 album So Much for the Afterglow was a worthy follow up to the success of Sparkle and Fade. Steeped in 90s nostalgia, this album was essential to Brad's late college years. We've got memories, analysis, and fun in this rockin' episode.Art, Craig, and Greg ma…

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1997: Memories and TV, Movies, and Music Drafts with Ryan Pak from Soundtrack Your Life 1:19:30

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Send us a textYears didn't get much bigger than 1997 for the PCY crew. So to cover the year in enough detail, we've added a guest. Returning to the show is Ryan Pak from the Soundtrack Your Life podcast! We've got great memories to share and deep drafts in TV, movies, and music. Go back in time with us now!And make sure to check out Soundtrack Your…

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2003: School of Rock / Best Fictional Teachers in TV and Film 1:05:49

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Send us a textPut Jack Black, rock and roll, and bunch of precocious kids together and what do you have? The 2003 classic School of Rock! While the movie was a star making turn for Black, the kids try to steal the show, and the music melts your face. We break down all the details and stick it to the man in this episode.In addition to all that fun, …

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2003: Episode 200! The Room / Best "Bad" Movies 1:19:53

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Send us a textWe've been at this awhile, 200 episodes in fact. If you've listened to every one, you are a hero to us. Let's celebrate! In this episode we revisit The Room at Pete's request. It is Giff's first time viewing a movies that has meant so much to Pete and Brad and their friends. What will he think? The Room is considered one of the worst …

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2003: Old School / Best Fictional Schools 1:07:23

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Send us a textThe 2000s saw a renaissance of the comedy, many starring and overlapping the same actors. One of the first big ones was Old School, starring Luke Wilson, Vince Vaughn, Will Ferrell and a host of others. We will break down the deep cast, the jokes, the streaking, and more in this episode.We finish things off with a great draft of the b…

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2003: Memories and Movies, Music, and TV Drafts 1:01:39

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Send us a text2003 was a year where where an indie rock revival was taking place and a comedy movie renaissance was also beginning. For us at PCY, it was that sweet spot between weddings and having kids. Looking back was a lot of fun. Check out our memories and drafts of the best movies, music, and TV as we kick off a new year!If you enjoy the show…

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1982: Fast Times at Ridgemont High / Best 80s Teen Comedies 1:18:41

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Send us a textPut on your suits and meet us by the pool; we're talking Fast Times at Ridgemont High! One of the original 80s teen classics thanks to Cameron Crowe, Amy Heckerling, Phoebe Cates, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Sean Penn, and so many more, there is plenty to dive into. Just make sure you zip up or lock the door before you listen. As one of man…

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1982: Dukes of Hazzard / Best Cars and Vehicles in TV and Film 1:40:35

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Send us a textYee-haw!!! We're closing out 1982 with The Dukes of Hazzard. Join us as we talk about Bo, Luke, Daisy, Uncle Jessie, Boss Hogg, Rosco, and even Coy and Vance. But if that lineup isn't enough, we welcome a new first-time guest, Def Dave! Dave has a ton of knowledge on the Dukes and a fascinating background to share. Check him out in th…

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1982: Looney Tunes / Best Looney Tunes Characters 1:38:43

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Send us a textOverture, Curtain, Lights! We're going to hit the heights! We're talking Looney Tunes, which was a staple of TV watching in the 80s. We're talking about 10 of the best episodes ever featuring turns from Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Yosemite Sam, Pepe LePew, Foghorn Leghorn, Wile E. Coyote, and more! If that isn't enough we draf…

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1982: Memories and Movies, Music, and TV Drafts 1:12:46

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Send us a textWe're going back to where we started by digging deeper into 1982. Just 6 years old at the time, we'll share what we can remember before the serious business of drafting the best movies, TV shows, and music from the year. If you're looking for nostalgia, you've come to the right place.If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on…

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Stuff We Love: Garth Brooks -The Hits / Best Greatest Hits Albums 1:45:16

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Send us a textIn 1994, Garth Brooks released his The Hits album, a culmination of five years of nonstop success. Full of 18 songs you couldn't avoid if you tried, we are here to break down each and every one for you. We ain't going down til the sun comes up!In addition to our song by song journey, we also draft our other favorite greatest hits albu…

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Stuff We Love: Guns N' Roses - Appetite for Destruction / Best Guitar Solos of All-Time 1:17:47

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Send us a textYou know where you are? You're in the PCY jungle baby. And you're gonna listen...to our episode in Guns N' Roses' 1987 debut Appetite for Destruction! We'll give the interesting background on how the album almost didn't even make it, followed by a song by song breakdown. Finally, we draft the best guitar solos of all-time. See what ma…

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Stuff We Love: When Harry Met Sally... / Best Couples in Film 1:40:14

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Send us a textFor Valentine's Day, celebrate with the romcom that set the standard for all future romcoms. We're talking about the 1989 classic When Harry Met Sally... Sit on your couch with Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan as we review this most classic of love stories from Nora Ephron and Rob Reiner. We cover the great scenes, sets, lines, moments, mus…

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Stuff We Love: February Topics and Season 5 Preview! 41:52

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Send us a textWe're baaaack! Our FIFTH season has arrived. We can't believe we've been doing this for so long, but this episode is all about the things we have NOT covered yet. While we have covered many a topic in four years, in this episode, we individually share some of those topics we love that need to get their due. We each then share our choi…

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Special Episode: 501 Essential Albums of the 90s with Gary Graff 1:25:57

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Send us a text"This book is meant to create arguments." This is the first line in 501 Essential Albums of the 90s by Gary Graff. We argue, we talk, and we even agree as we break down this awesome book chronicling an awesome decade in music. Buy the book here!If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherev…

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Christmas: Home Alone / Best Christmas Movie and TV Characters 1:20:09

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Send us a textKEVIN???!!! Stop what you're doing! You don't want to forget this episode. We're covering the 1990 John Hughes/Chris Columbus classic Home Alone. Not just a star-making turn for Macauley Culkin, the movie features Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, Catherine O'Hara, John Heard, and John Candy. If that isn't enough, it's basically just Die Hard …

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Christmas: Toys of the 80s 1:37:20

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Send us a textIt's time for nostalgia. We're talking about the best toys from each year of the 80s. We'll cover Smurfs, Transformers, Teddy Ruxpin, Rubik's Cube, Jenga, Nintendo, He-Man, and more! You'll feel like you're reading the Sears catalog along with us. We also draft the top toys that we personally loved. This episode will give you the feel…

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Christmas: Christmas Music Draft 1:04:22

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Send us a textWay back in season 1, we made three Christmas playlists and talked about our love of Christmas music. But there was so much left on the table. So we're doing it again by drafting our favorite songs NOT mentioned in that previous episode. So you'll want to hear both if you missed the first one. Each is filled with jolly good cheer! Lin…

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Christmas: Initials Game with Jim, Jason, and Dave from Children of the 80s, Surely You Can't Be Serious, and Totally 80s and 90s Recall! 1:04:22

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Send us a textWe've got a whole month of Christmas themed episodes planned for you! Kicking it off is a game of Initials with our podcast friends Jim from Children of the 80s, Jason from Surely You Can't Be Serious, and Dave from Totally 80s and 90s Recall. Listen now to see who gets the big present under the tree. You can play along too! Then chec…