Season 31, Episode 8: Are We The Good Guys

Episode #215 of Am I On The Air? — counting DONMEGA’s episodes since joining the PopCulturePros Network — takes on a week of entertainment that’s very clearly questioning morality, motives, and whether anyone is actually doing the right thing anymore. Covering January 14 through January 20, this episode is stacked with sequels, streamers, debuts, and enough chaos to make you pause and ask the title out loud.

On the movie side, the nightmare continues with 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. The franchise digs deeper into its brutal post-apocalyptic world, turning the tension up and the optimism way down. DONMEGA breaks down how this chapter expands the mythology and why this universe still refuses to let anyone feel safe. Then it’s over to Netflix for The Rip, an action thriller loaded with high-speed set pieces and “this feels like a terrible plan” energy. We also get early, spoiler-free thoughts on Mercy, the upcoming Chris Pratt sci-fi film that leans into big concepts, moral gray areas, and genre ambition. Rounding out the movie talk is Code 3, a dark comedy that mixes humor and chaos in ways that feel just a little too comfortable with things going off the rails.

TV brings just as much variety. The Star Trek universe expands once again with Starfleet Academy, opening a new chapter that shifts focus to the next generation of would-be heroes. Comedy gets its moment with The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins, breaking down its tone, jokes, and standout moments. And for fans of reality and controlled chaos, WWE Unreal returns for Season 2, delivering more behind-the-scenes drama, big personalities, and moments that feel only slightly staged.

With sharp insight, veteran instincts, and just enough sarcasm to keep everything grounded, Are We The Good Guys tackles a week where heroes aren’t so heroic, villains aren’t so simple, and entertainment refuses to color inside the lines.

Hit play and decide for yourself — because this week, Am I On The Air? is asking the real questions. #28YearsLater #TheBoneTemple #TheRip #Mercy #Code3 #WWEUnreal #AIOTA #PopCulturePros

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(Farace, Tim, Melo & Anthony — the full crew is expected tonight.)Week 14 in the NFL was nothing short of chaotic, and the squad is fully locked in to break it all down. Farace, Tim, Melo, and Anthony are ready with takes, stats, and sparks.We begin with the on-field madness: the Chargers stunned the Eagles in overtime, jolting Philly’s offensive confidence and reminding everyone that Justin Herbert still has “video game mode” moments. In the AFC, the Texans pushed the Chiefs to a 20–10 loss, leaving Kansas City dangerously close to slipping out of playoff contention — and suddenly Mahomes’ season feels headline-worthy for the wrong reasons. Over in the NFC North, Packers beat Bears 28–21, bolstering Green Bay’s late push, while the Steelers thumped the Ravens 27–22, throwing the AFC North wide open. And in snowy Buffalo, the Bills outlasted the Bengals 39–34, rallying from behind thanks to clutch plays from Josh Allen and a big defensive surge.Across that Buffalo game and the broader Bengals season, another subplot has taken on a life of its own — Joe Burrow’s candid and reflective comments about his mindset. After returning from a long turf-toe absence — his third stint on injured reserve in six seasons — Burrow acknowledged that he’s reevaluating how he approaches the game, emphasizing that playing has to be fun again if he’s going to keep doing it, even though his desire to win hasn’t changed. Teammate Ja’Marr Chase backed him up, saying there’s “no negativity in the building” and that Burrow still shows up ready to compete every day. We’ll unpack the on-field results and the off-field vibes — how a franchise QB’s mindset can ripple through a locker room and what Burrow’s reflections might mean for Cincy, especially with playoff hopes all but gone and Cincinnati staring at its first losing season in years. From there, the show dives into The Unsportsmanlike Forecast — our Week 15 picks. Farace will storm through his gut calls, Tim will balance the chaos with reason, Anthony’s analytics will pepper every corner of the board, and Melo will yell that the Hurricanes are still the best team in any sport ever. Expect debates, disagreements, and selections none of you will agree with.We’ll also hit the college football drama: the CFP controversy surrounding Notre Dame’s exclusion and the Miami Hurricanes’ inclusion continues to dominate, with Tim still convinced the Irish got hosed and Farace proudly waving Miami flags. And in a universe that loves chaos, Sherrone Moore was fired for cause and arrested the same night — felony home invasion and aggravated stalking charges after a university investigation confirmed an inappropriate relationship with a staffer. The Wolverines now head into the Citrus Bowl under interim leadership and a huge cloud of uncertainty. Outside football, the NBA Cup moves to Las Vegas this Saturday with semifinals:Knicks vs. Magic – 5:30 PM ETSpurs vs. Thunder – 9:00 PM ETThe championship game is Tuesday, December 16 at 8:30 PM ET, promising high-stakes early-season basketball.The NHL continues its early-season groove as teams settle in, and in baseball the Winter Meetings have given Mets fans collective whiplash — Nimmo traded, Edwin Díaz gone, Pete Alonso walking to Baltimore. Farace is already booking therapy time post-show.It’s a loaded show: Week 14 results, quarterback introspection, playoff implications, college football chaos, NBA Cup detail, Mets misery, and Week 15 predictions that are guaranteed to spark arguments. #NFL #NBA #MLB #PopCulturePros #UnsportsmanlikeConduct

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Season 31, Episode 1: Wake Up Pod Man (Season Premiere)Season 31 kicks off with episode #208 of Am I On The Air? on the PopCulturePros Network, and DONMEGA returns like he never skipped a beat — because when does he ever really stop? Covering everything from November 26 through December 2, 2025, the premiere fires out of the gate with movies, TV, and plenty of entertainment chaos.On the movie side, things start with a bang — Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. Benoit Blanc is back with more suspects, more twists, and an accent that continues to exist in a category all its own. The saga expands, the mystery deepens, and DONMEGA breaks down how this latest whodunnit fits into the ever-growing Knives Out universe. Next up is The Family Plan 2, because nothing says bonding like a sequel full of gunfights, car chases, and questionable family therapy techniques. And rounding out the movie slate is Good Boy, a thriller that brings plenty of tension, unease, and all the “that person is definitely hiding something” energy you’d expect.On the TV front, it’s the return everyone’s been waiting for — Stranger Things is back with Volume 1 of its fifth and final season. It’s emotional, it’s big, it’s the beginning of the end, and DONMEGA digs into the standout moments, the setup for the finale, and which characters clearly need a break from supernatural trauma.With humor, energy, and the kind of commentary only a longtime podcast veteran brings to the table, Wake Up Pod Man officially launches Season 31 with style.Hit play — because Am I On The Air? is wide awake and ready to go for good.#AIOTA #KnivesOut #TheFamilyPlan2 #StrangerThings #PopCulturePros

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Season 30, Episode 30: For Good (Season Finale)DONMEGA closes out another massive season with episode #207 of Am I On The Air? on the PopCulturePros Network — and if you’ve been here all year, you already know he’s not ending quietly. Covering everything from November 19 to November 25, 2025, the Season 30 finale packs in movies, TV, comedy specials, and all the entertainment noise Hollywood threw at us before the holiday food coma kicked in.On the movie side, we head back to Oz with Wicked For Good, the newest chapter in the ever-growing Wicked universe. Emotional punches? Big musical moments? Performances that belt your face off? Yeah, DONMEGA’s diving into all of it — and how this entry ties into the saga fans won’t stop talking about. Then it’s over to Prime Video for Playdate, a brand-new comedy that may or may not be the perfect background watch while pretending you’re not avoiding relatives.TV also brings the drama — literally. Bel-Air returns for its fourth and final season, wrapping up its reimagined legacy with big character swings and bigger emotions. And Hulu drops the comedy special Sebastian Maniscalco: It Ain’t Right, giving Sebastian another shot at reminding the world why he’s one of the kings of frustrated storytelling. DONMEGA breaks down the pacing, the punchlines, and which bits actually land.And of course… that’s not even everything. You know how finales go around here — packed tight, rapid fire, and delivered with the veteran confidence of someone who’s been doing this long before half these streaming platforms existed.Hit play and join DONMEGA as he sends off Season 30 for good — with insight, fun, sarcasm, and plenty of reasons to be back when the next season drops.ChatGPT can make mistakes. Check important info.

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Season 30, Episode 29: “Hunt Him Down”DONMEGA is back for episode #206 of Am I On The Air? on the PopCulturePros Network — and this week, Hollywood’s serving up so much chaos that “Hunt Him Down” might be the most accurate title he’s used all season. Covering everything from November 12 through November 18, 2025, this longtime podcast veteran brings his trademark mix of sharp wit, dry humor, and no-BS insight to another jam-packed week in entertainment.On the movie side, The Running Man (2025) finally arrives — because if Hollywood can remake it, Hollywood will remake it. This modern take brings bigger action, louder spectacle, and enough satire to make you wonder if we’re watching a movie or the evening news. DONMEGA breaks down how this reboot updates the classic story for a brand-new audience looking for thrills… and maybe a little chaos.Then it’s time for Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, the latest entry in a franchise that refuses to stop flexing its illusion budget. With flashier tricks, bolder heists, and a cast that clearly enjoys showing off, the sequel brings a new deck of surprises. DONMEGA dives into the new twists, the sleight of hand, and whether this chapter keeps the magic alive without pulling a rabbit out of the wrong hat.On the TV side, Landman returns for Season 2, and things get even dirtier in the oil fields. Bigger conflicts, deeper storylines, and drama so thick you could drill through it — the show raises the stakes, and DONMEGA is here to break down exactly how it keeps viewers hooked and stressed at the same time.Packed with humor, energy, and that trademark Farace sarcasm, “Hunt Him Down” is another must-listen chapter of Am I On The Air?.Hit play — because this week, the movies are running, the magicians are hiding, and DONMEGA is hunting down every last headline. #AIOTA #TheRunningMan #NowYouSeeMeNowYouDont #Landman #PopCulturePros