Podcast
Pop Culture Addicts
Hosted by Tim Beisiegel · EN
Formerly FSF PopCast - now POP CULTURE ADDICTS!
Made by Nerds, for Nerds! We are a group of pop culture addicts who love to talk scifi and pop culture with our guests! Find us on all your favorite podcast platforms, Patreon and YouTube!
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S5E279 -Made in Michigan - a Conversation with Kiff VandenHeuvel
Mar 2500:55:31Tap to summarizeMade in Michigan Our Guest today, Kiff VandenHeuvel, is from the Grand Rapids, Michigan area. In other words, he's a mitten-made product. Kiff has moved away from Michigan, going off to Hollywood to become an actor and voice actor in some of the coolest movies and TV shows over the last 15-20 years. You’ve seen or heard him in projects like Young Rock, Star Wars: Forces of Destiny, Starfield, The Croods: Family Tree, Marvel's What If, Eyes of Wakanda, Superman, Fantastic 4: First Steps, and so much more! In this chat, we will discuss how being Michigan-made influences his project choices, how he got started in the business, his character process, and more! For more on Kiff VandenHeuvel, please visit the following - Instagram - @KIFFVH Website - www.kiffvh.com Pop Culture Addicts Theme song "Racing in Darkness" by Nautilus '54 - https://nautilus54.bandcamp.com/album/the-fell-star-2 For more on our show partners - Level Up Sabers - https://bit.ly/LevelUpFSF Once Upon a Tee - https://www.onceuponatee.net/?ref=pcapod Sign Up for Free Loot here - www.pcapod.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/popcultureaddicts Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.pcapod.com PCA on Instagram, and Threads - @pcapodshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Transcribe →GAME TIME! Star Wars RPG Session #40
Mar 2502:00:04Tap to summarizeGAME TIME! Star Wars RPG Session #40 Episode 40: The Subtle Art of Being a Hammer As we meet our adventuring Alliance they are entering their great future home in Polis Massa. The mighty Hero's have taken their battle legitimate, in creating the newest and most exciting restaurant, truck stop and secret Rebel Installation. Through ample and in depth story-telling hand waving and masterful montage movie magic, the team finds themselves with a ready made aggressive food truck. Edna engaged with the Polis Massians with the skill of a cat-like Padme showing her political mastery and securing the gang's future Pady's-like establishment. Our troupe of rambunctious rebels continues working out the details in creating the "Art of the Meal", setting up both a Rebel safe-haven and top-of-the-line truck stop for all the interstellar needs of intergalactic space haulers. The Team is getting the itch and finds it difficult to live a stationary life, after a few choice words with their dear friend Pivot, a new Exogorth pokes its head out of the asteroid with opportunity! Bakura! The Team moves forward with a recruiting Mission for the Rebellion. On their way to Manaan, bumping into an Empire patrol, the team attempts to use deft wit, fancy mustaches, and slapstick droids to outthink and steal the trooper officer's secret vital information on shipping logs. SCR-V continues to build his DILF portfolio with yet another corrupted droid. In the most subtle of manners, subterfuge and emotional support grenades, really many explosive devices providing comfort, our masters of heuristic heroism get into a tussle with the local Imperial Faction, leading to a battle with a Sith Inquisitor!! Now for the continuing Saga of PCA's Star Wars RPG!!! ROLL FOR INITIATIVE! Follow our gamers on Threads and Instagram - Sam Nilsson from Growing Up Skywalker - @growingupskywalker Casey Plott from The Scene Snobs - @thescenesnobs Ben Reilly - @shepherd_the_scout Kathleen - @kathleenfwass GM John - @athair_honora Tim - @pcapodshow Pop Culture Addicts Theme song "Racing in Darkness" by Nautilus '54 - https://nautilus54.bandcamp.com/album/the-fell-star-2 For more on our show partners - Level Up Sabers - https://bit.ly/LevelUpFSF Once Upon a Tee - https://www.onceuponatree.net/?ref=pcapod Sign Up for Free Loot here - www.pcapod.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/popcultureaddicts Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.pcapod.com PCA on Instagram, and Threads - @pcapodshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Transcribe →S5E278 -Summoning the Night Stalker - a Conversation with Gavin Hignight
Mar 1800:46:33Tap to summarizeSummoning the Night Stalker Gavin Hignight is a writer whose work spans television, comics, novels, and film. He’s an author, screenwriter, and graphic novelist, as well as a producer and director of short films and music videos. Over the years, he’s written for some of the biggest franchises in entertainment — including Star Wars Resistance, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Transformers, Spider-Man, Iron Man, and more. You’ll also find his work on projects like Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance, along with his own original books such as Motor City and The Freak Table. In our conversation, we talk about his journey into the entertainment industry, collaborating with legendary creators like John Carpenter, writing for major IPs while developing his own original stories, and diving into his creative process. And of course, we’ll also discuss his brand-new Kickstarter campaign. For more information on Gavin Hignight and Wandering Planet Toys, please visit the following - Gavin's Instagram - @gavinhignight Wandering Planets Instagram - @wanderingplanettoys Wandering Planets website - wanderingplanettoys.com Kolchak Kickstarter Campaign - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wanderingplanettoys/kolchak-the-night-stalker-1-12-scale-collectible-figures?ref=profile_created\&category_id=396 Pop Culture Addicts Theme song "Racing in Darkness" by Nautilus '54 - https://nautilus54.bandcamp.com/album/the-fell-star-2 For more on our show partners - Level Up Sabers - https://bit.ly/LevelUpFSF Once Upon a Tee - https://www.onceuponatee.net/?ref=pcapod Sign Up for Free Loot here - www.pcapod.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/popcultureaddicts Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.pcapod.com PCA on Instagram, and Threads - @pcapodshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Transcribe →S5E277 -Remembering John Eimen - a Pop Culture Addicts Conversation
Mar 1100:36:35Tap to summarizeRemembering John Eimen In this replay, we share a conversation we had with John Eimen, may he rest in peace. Honestly, he was one of the sweetest and kindest men you could ever hope to meet. John, as a young man, was involved in so many important pieces of pop culture, both on TV and in print media. He was a child star in shows like Twilight Zone, Wagon Train, Leave it to Beaver, McKeever and the Colonel, and more. We talked with Jonn about his work, his exit from Hollywood, and why he made the choices that he did. We talked about the music he made and his influences on that music. It is our hope that you will listen to this replay and see the beauty of John Eimen - well that, and the bloopers Tim makes trying to say goodbye .... For more on John Eimen, please visit the following - His IMDb Biography - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1775065/bio Pop Culture Addicts Theme song "Racing in Darkness" by Nautilus '54 - https://nautilus54.bandcamp.com/album/the-fell-star-2 For more on our show partners - Level Up Sabers - https://bit.ly/LevelUpFSF Once Upon a Tee - https://www.onceuponatee.net/?ref=pcapod Sign Up for Free Loot here - www.pcapod.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/popcultureaddicts Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.pcapod.com PCA on Instagram, and Threads - @pcapodshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Transcribe →S5E276 -Weather Hunting the Spider-Man - a Conversation with John Semper
Mar 400:51:32Tap to summarizeWeather Hunting the Spider-Man Writer, director, and producer - John Semper joins the show to talk about his new show on PBS Kids - Weather Hunters with Al Roker of the Today show. John, however, has a storied career in the entertainment industry, working on Spider-Man: The Animated Series in the 1990's, Fraggle Rock in the 80's, Static Shock in the 2000's, and so many others. In this conversation, we talk about his entry into the entertainment industry, working with and becoming friends with Marvel Comics icon Stan Lee, how Weather Hunters came to be, why he avoided watching the Spider-Man movies, his thoughts on some series reboots, and much more. For more on John Semper, please visit the following: YouTube - @JohnSemperNetwork Facebook - John Semper Jr. Pop Culture Addicts Theme song "Racing in Darkness" by Nautilus '54 - https://nautilus54.bandcamp.com/album/the-fell-star-2 For more on our show partners - Level Up Sabers - https://bit.ly/LevelUpFSF Once Upon a Tee - https://www.onceuponatee.net/?ref=pcapod Sign Up for Free Loot here - www.pcapod.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/popcultureaddicts Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.pcapod.com PCA on Instagram, and Threads - @pcapodshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Transcribe →Pop Culture Addicts LIVE!
Mar 301:07:53Tap to summarizePET PEEVES! We all got em, and chances are you thought of some of yours when just seeing the words. Tonight we will talk about pet peeves both inside and out of Pop Culture, topics like - - Why dont all lightsaber stabs kill? - Who puts peas on Nachos? - Why isnt there a standard for time travel? - Should Oreo's only be eaten with milk? AND MORE! Tune in and share your thoughts, we can wait to hear them! Pop Culture Addicts Theme song "Racing in Darkness" by Nautilus '54 - https://nautilus54.bandcamp.com/album/the-fell-star-2 For more on our show partners - Level Up Sabers - https://bit.ly/LevelUpFSF Once Upon a Tee - https://www.onceuponatee.net/?ref=pcapod Sign Up for Free Loot here - www.pcapod.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/popcultureaddicts Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.pcapod.com PCA on Instagram, and Threads - @pcapodshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Transcribe →S5E275 -Adventure Time with Sean - A Conversation with Sean Rohani
Feb 2500:37:36Tap to summarizeAdventure Time with Sean Voice Actor Sean Rohani is our guest today in the nerdatorium. Sean is an excellent actor who has lent his voice to video games, animated series, and loop groups for some of the biggest movies. You’ve heard his work in games like Starfield, Game of Thrones: KingsRoad, Final Fantasy VII remake, and Just Cause 4. Animation like Adventure Time, Record of Ragnarok, Jurassic World, Shaman King, and Marvel's Avengers. In this episode, we will discuss his entry into voice work, how he brings characters to life, the challenges of individual areas of voice work … and more! For more on Sean Rohani, please visit the following - Instagram - @seanrohani Pop Culture Addicts Theme song "Racing in Darkness" by Nautilus '54 - https://nautilus54.bandcamp.com/album/the-fell-star-2 For more on our show partners - Level Up Sabers - https://bit.ly/LevelUpFSF Once Upon a Tee - https://www.onceuponatree.net/?ref=pcapod Sign Up for Free Loot here - www.pcapod.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/popcultureaddicts Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.pcapod.com PCA on Instagram, and Threads - @pcapodshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Transcribe →GAME TIME! Star Wars RPG Session #39
Feb 2402:13:39Tap to summarizeGAME TIME! Star Wars RPG Session #39 Episode 39: The Speed of a Spark Our Heroes have begun work on their totally legal and upstanding business venture, a space-road truck stop station called Bugg-Notts or Lil Wooks (name still pending) along the Shipping lanes of Polis Massa; while our mighty adventurers are bedazzling a duck and leather punching around Bespin, they smooth talk their way to begin co opting local talent finding a great staff capable of serving more than meets the eye. Quickly recruiting an Ithorian bartender: Mon'Tau, or Monty or Muadib, the name was lost millions of years ago...Yudex and his constant pursuit of velocity, inspires the crew to join in the local space races and Edna, in a shocking twist, gifts Yudex a shiny new A-wing and the team updates the lean machine for the win! Yudex is able to pilot his way to a thrilling victory across the finish line and into the hearts of locals. Our wild bunch of heroes begin recruiting pilots for the Rebellion! With promise of food and glory, a new group of recruits, a collection of potatoes, and SCR-V creating a secret droid underground, the genesis of DLF, the Droid Liberation Front for Intel, it's time to return to Polis Massa to begin negotiations to begin building a new home. Now for the continuing Saga of FSF’s Star Wars RPG!!! ROLL FOR INITIATIVE! Follow our gamers on Threads and Instagram - Sam from Growing Up Skywalker - @growingupskywalker Casey Plott - @Plottimus21 Ben Reilly - @hearty_healer Kathleen - @kathleenfwass GM John - @athair_honora Tim - @pcapodshow Pop Culture Addicts Theme song "Racing in Darkness" by Nautilus '54 - https://nautilus54.bandcamp.com/album/the-fell-star-2 For more on our show partners - Level Up Sabers - https://bit.ly/LevelUpFSF Once Upon a Tee - https://www.onceuponatree.net/?ref=pcapod Sign Up for Free Loot here - www.pcapod.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/popcultureaddicts Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.pcapod.com PCA on Instagram, and Threads - @pcapodshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Transcribe →S5E274 -Because Hustle Matters - A Conversation with Aaron Coney
Feb 1800:43:01Tap to summarizeBecasue Hustle Matters Our Guest today is Aaron Coney, of Hustle Matters and the new Phantom Force comic book. Aaron is a creative soul, but unique in their approach. I don’t typically see people in the guest chair with the path this person took. They run a major creative brand that connects talent with creative, purpose-driven experiences. The company, Hustle Matters, has led to meetings, representation, and collaborations with many of the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, past and present. In this episode, we will discuss his path to self-discovery, the purpose behind Hustle Matters, his new comic Phantom Force, and what’s coming next. For more on Aaron Coney, please visit the following on Instagram - Aaron Coney - @aaron.coney Phantom Force - @phantomforcecomic Hustle Matters - @hustlematters Pop Culture Addicts Theme song "Racing in Darkness" by Nautilus '54 - https://nautilus54.bandcamp.com/album/the-fell-star-2 For more on our show partners - Level Up Sabers - https://bit.ly/LevelUpFSF Once Upon a Tee - https://www.onceuponatree.net/?ref=pcapod Sign Up for Free Loot here - www.pcapod.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/popcultureaddicts Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.pcapod.com PCA on Instagram, and Threads - @pcapodshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Transcribe →Pop Culture Addicts LIVE - FSF Who?
Feb 1700:59:23Tap to summarizePop Culture Addicts LIVE - FSF Who? New name ... who dis? yeah, we rebranded ... let us tell you why AND THEN we get to talk about the movies that we are looking forward to for 2026 We want to hear your thoughts on the rebrand and what movies youre looking forward to for 2026 as well! Share them in the comments!! Pop Culture Addicts Theme song "Racing in Darkness" by Nautilus '54 - https://nautilus54.bandcamp.com/album/the-fell-star-2 For more on our show partners - Level Up Sabers - https://bit.ly/LevelUpFSF Once Upon a Tee - https://www.onceuponatee.net/?ref=fsf Use Code - FSF5 at checkout Sign Up for Free Loot here - www.pcapod.com/contact For more on our Show - Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/popcultureaddicts Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website: https://www.pcapod.com PCA on Instagram, and Threads - @pcapodshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
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