Episode 124 · August 24, 2009 · 26:32
Most Underrated Pop Culture Gems
Hosts Tod Perry and John Salwin, joined by recurring guest Mike Cioffi, discuss their top five underrated pop culture gems. The conversation covers a range of obscure 80s movies, David Lynch films, stand-up comedy, and indie music.
Chapters
- 00:03IntroductionIntroduction of the hosts and the 'under the radar' criteria for the episode.
- 03:53Night of the CometJohn recommends an 80s horror/sci-fi movie about a comet that zombifies humans.
- 07:30The Elephant ManTod discusses the David Lynch film and its comedic undercurrents.
- 10:38Dana GouldMike recommends stand-up comedian Dana Gould and compares him to Dane Cook.
- 13:10The Ben Stiller ShowJohn highlights the short-lived 90s sketch show and its famous alumni.
- 15:23The No. 1 Ladies' Detective AgencyTod recommends an HBO show set in Botswana, leading to a riff on Tyler Perry.
- 18:14It's Always Sunny in PhiladelphiaMike pitches the FX show to John, who agrees to give it a trial run.
- 22:19Doom PatrolJohn discusses the Grant Morrison run of the DC comic series.
- 25:07The Stone RosesTod recommends the Manchester-based psychedelic band.
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