Episode 148: Sony's End of Physical Media? & The Stores That Vanished!

Episode 148: Sony's End of Physical Media? & The Stores That Vanished!

This week, PJ and Mike discuss Sony's reported plan to discontinue physical video game media by 2028 and what that could mean for the future of gaming, movies, music, and collecting. Is the era of discs and cartridges coming to an end? The guys also take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, talking about beloved retail stores and restaurant chains that have disappeared over the years. From video game shops to iconic eateries, they share their favorites and discuss why so many familiar names have vanished.

Episode 147: Supergirl, Swapped & Masters of the Universe Reviews

This week, PJ and Mike review three new films: Supergirl (from the James Gunn DC Universe), Netflix's Swapped, and Masters of the Universe. The Cool Kids break down what worked, what didn't, why some of these movies crashed at the box office, and how one of them somehow still made Netflix money.

Episode 146: Our Favorite Nickelodeon Cartoons Ever

Today, PJ and Mike take a trip down memory lane as they discuss their favorite Nickelodeon Nicktoons! From Doug and Rugrats to The Fairly OddParents and SpongeBob SquarePants, the Cool Kids break down what made these iconic cartoons such a powerhouse lineup for an entire generation of kids. Which shows still hold up? Which characters were the funniest? And which Nicktoons ended up as PJ and Mike's all-time favorites?

Episode 145: Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu & Michael Jackson Movie Review

Today, PJ and Mike are joined by Uncle Rob to review two new major films: Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu and the Michael Jackson movie. Rob and PJ break down the biggest positives and negatives of each film, while Mike dives into the surprising connections between them both! Did these movies live up to the hype? Tune in and find out!

Episode 144: A Conversation with Carl Paolino: From Celebrity Deathmatch to Graphic Novels

Today, PJ and Mike are joined by producer, director, screenwriter, and production designer Carl Paolino. Carl talks about his experience working on Celebrity Deathmatch, including how he created the show’s iconic puppets, and shares some behind-the-scenes stories from the series. He also discusses how he began collaborating with Mark Hamill, and gives us a look into his upcoming middle-grade graphic novel Penny Poisonberry and the Gothic Kingdom. The Cool Kids dive deep into Carl’s creative journey, his career, and what fuels his storytelling process—and more!