Spider-Man is back swinging through our multiplexes and Ka-Pow the Pop Cultured Podcast couldn't be happier about it! We have an in-depth review of the new film, opinions on the theater-going experience stirred up by "The Odyssey" and another visit to the biggest gathering of gamers in the galaxy... Gen Con!

Length - 01:34:53

Language - R. (Contains adult language.)

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0:07:12 - TRIP REPORT

The great restaurants, events and merchandise from Seth's annual pilgrimage to the granddaddy of gaming conventions, Gen Con.

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0:41:15 - MOVIE NEWS

Experiencing the spectacle of "The Odyssey" in IMAX and our SPOILERY thoughts on the record-breaking Marvel blockbuster "Spider-Man: Brand New Day."

It felt like time for another tournament bracket episode, so Ka-Pow the Pop Cultured Podcast is matching up and debating 36 iconic vehicles until we've decided on the best car, truck, van, spaceship, motorcycle, boat or tractor (!?) in the history of television. It's the KPP Battle of the Small Screen Machines!

Length - 02:13:50

Language - PG-13. (Contains mild adult language.)

After a quick trip to the bank, Ka-Pow the Pop Cultured Podcast puts our traveling shoes on to visit two shows not on our usual repertoire.  Listen in as we recap trips to some super enjoyable events and fill our bags to bursting!

Length - 01:00:41

Language - PG-13. (Contains mild adult language.)

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0:08:30 - TRIP REPORT

Jordan ventured to Pittsburgh for the 3 Rivers Comicon while Cliff made the trek to Girard, Ohio for Toyhio 25.

By the Power of Ka-Pow... we have the Pop Cultured Podcast!

The summer movie season is in full swing and while we may not have a He-Man sipper, we do have SPOILER-FREE reviews of the first three big films hitting our screens.

Length - 01:31:03

Language - R. (Contains adult language.)

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0:13:45 - MOVIE NEWS

A group outing to see 80s toy extravaganza "Masters of the Universe," D&D YouTube channel releases full cartoon series and unproduced finale, return to beloved Pixar franchise in "Toy Story 5," a new documentary about comedian Martin Short with "Marty, Life is Short" and DC's "Supergirl" opens with all the expected well-choreographed controversy.

Three is a magic number. (Yes it is.) So this time out, Ka-Pow the Pop Cultured Podcast is talking trios! Listen in as we nominate, debate and rank our choices for the Top 11 Movie Trilogies of all time. It's a surprising list and we agree more than normal, but it's still a nerve-wracking process as we each maneuver to make sure our favorites are represented.

Length - 01:48:14

Language - R. (Contains adult language.)

On this week's Ka-Pow the Pop Cultured Podcast we marvel at the card shop boom currently happening in our area and put our unlimited movie pass to use checking out the first new "Star Wars" flick in seven years. This is the way!

Length - 01:04:27

Language - PG-13. (Contains mild adult language.)

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0:24:36 - STAR WARS

A review of the new "Star Wars the Mandalorian and Grogu" feature film with MINOR SPOILERS of the plot.

In what's become another annual tradition here at Ka-Pow the Pop Cultured Podcast, the time has come for our Summer Movie Challenge where we each attempt to forecast which films will become the biggest blockbusters of the season. Jesse Starcher of The Source Material Comics Podcast and former Coach-Mayor Jared Lowe return as participants, prognosticating our Top Ten lists of what's sure to heat up the box office over the next few months.

Length - 02:07:39

Language - PG-13. (Contains mild adult language.)

It's been too long since we did a deep dive into The 'Dale, so Ka-Pow the Pop Cultured Podcast is back at it with Riverdale Chapter 112 "American Psychos," the annual musical episode for season six. Listen in as Archie starts a labor movement, TT has a raging bachelorette dance party and the town hosts a serial killer convention.

Length - 00:56:01

Language - R. (Contains adult language.)

The first Saturday in May always means one thing... Free Comic Book Day! And Ka-Pow the Pop Cultured Podcast is here with our annual sneak peek at all of the books you can expect to find being given away by your friendly neighborhood comic shop on Saturday, May 2nd!

Length - 00:36:08

Language - PG-13. (Contains mild adult language.)

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0:01:45 - COMIC BOOK NEWS

A rundown of this year's releases for Free Comic Book Day and Comics Giveaway Day.

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0:22:40 - YEAH YOU KNOW ME

What comic book fan-fic story are we each dying to tell?

It's a good thing our pal Jesse Starcher of The Source Material Comics Podcast is always Down to Podcast, because he sticks around another week to help us discuss our most recent treks along the Toy Trail, a few new television discoveries and a mouth-watering getting-to-know-you question.

Length - 01:26:15

Language - R. (Contains adult language.)

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0:03:18 - TRIP REPORT

Cliff heads back to Xenia for the 10th Annual Great Ohio Toy Show while Jordan goes to the Lexington Comic & Toy Convention to meet a few comic book legends.

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0:45:32 - YEAH YOU KNOW ME

What fictional restaurants would we most like to visit for a meal?

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0:54:05 - TV RECAPS & REVIEWS

Reality show comedy "Jury Duty" goes back to the well with a more complicated second season "Corporate Retreat," we refuse to watch "Ghosts" no matter how many times Jesse brings it up, tuning into the Hallmark Channel for time-traveling family drama "The Way Home," movie "The Drama" provides a twist that has people talking and the debut of the misleadingly great HBO comedy "DTF St. Louis."