Best Pop Culture Preservation Society Podcasts (2024)

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John Sebastian and Our Viral Moment 1:08:16

3h ago1:08:16

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What do singer-songwriter John Sebastian and hip-hop producer Pete Rock have in common? They were both instrumental in the Pop Culture Preservation Society’s first viral moment. Learn why the “Welcome Back, Kotter” theme song brought thousands of new followers to the PCPS and the surprising demographic of many of those followers. We take a trip dow…

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ENCORE EPISODE: SWEDISH DEATH CLEANING 31:38

8h ago31:38

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ENCORE EPISODE! UNCLUTTERED AND UNFILTERED IS SUPPORTED BY PAINCAKES. VISIT WWW.PAIN-CAKES.COM UNCLUTTERED AND UNFILTERED IS SUPPORTED BY HEARTS 4 MINDS. VISIT HEARTS4MINDS.ORG Help us with production costs!By Christine Stone and Eden Kendall

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Thirty20Eight #311 (S8:E5) NintendoLand, USA! (Part One) 1:05:34

1h ago1:05:34

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Matt and Kevin explore the unique history of Nintendo, from Japan to the United States. SUPPORT THE SHOW The 3028 is currently LISTENER SUPPORTED! The best way to support the show is with a donation to Venmo or Paypal. Proceeds help host the show, purchase historical texts, fund research, and keep the show archives open. If you're in need of graphi…

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ROUTINES AND RITUALS: UNPACKING THE SECRETS TO A CLUTTER-FREE LIFESTYLE FOR WOMEN OVER 50 27:30

8d ago27:30

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Ever find yourself in awe of those with impeccable daily routines, wondering how they manage to keep their lives so neatly packaged? Christine is one of those people, while Eden is absolutely NOT that way. In this episode we are taking a closer look at the magic behind well-structured rituals and the serenity they bring. From Sunday pancake rituals…

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PCPS Town Hall: YOUR Questions (and ours) Answered! 1:10:44

1d ago1:10:44

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Join us for another Town Hall episode, where we answer some of your fun questions! Things get silly — and surprisingly serious — as we talk about everything from our favorite now-defunct mall store to who would play us in a TV movie to wondering if we’d have been friends in middle school. (And trust us, our answers are NOT what you’d expect!) Who t…

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THE KEYS TO FRIENDSHIP AND CONNECTION FOR WOMEN OVER 50 32:54

15d ago32:54

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Dr. Tracy Riley, a therapist who seasons serious topics with a dash of humor, joins us to discuss how forging new bonds in the later chapters of life is not merely a want—it's an essential thread in the fabric of our well-being. Crafting meaningful relationships in adulthood comes with its own set of hurdles, but. this episode is brimming with enco…

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Thirty20Eight #310 (S8:E4) Goofy About Disney Theme Parks! 1:01:02

43m ago1:01:02

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Matt and Kevin tour Disney theme parks and identify Goofy scenes, attractions, and settings! SUPPORT THE SHOW A quick reminder that the 3028 is LISTENER SUPPORTED! There's no better time to leave a 5-star review on the Apple Podcast App. You can also donate to the show via PAYPAL or VENMO. If your small business or podcast needs graphics or logos, …

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The Gen X Middle School Dance: Therapy Not Included 1:05:32

8d ago1:05:32

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At no time were our full range of GenX adolescent emotions more keenly felt than the night of the middle school dance. It was a night of awkward crushes, questionable dance moves, and enough pre-teen angst to rival a Judy Blume novel. Join Carolyn, Kristin and Michelle as they share their most memorable middle school dance memories along with the s…

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TRANSFORMING YOUR HOME TO SELL OR TO CREATE A MORE PEACEFUL SPACE FOR WOMEN OVER 50 29:40

22d ago29:40

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Have you ever felt the transformative power of a well-organized home, not just for aesthetics but for the soul? Whether you are preparing your home for sale, or just trying to create a more peaceful home life, we are peeling back the layers of emotional clutter and embracing the essence of simplicity in our latest episode. If you're considering a m…

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Thirty20Eight #309 (S8:E3) Disney-MGM Studios Super Soapy & Star Warsy Weekends 1:09:33

18d ago1:09:33

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Matt and Kevin look back on the 35th anniversary of the Disney-MGM Studios and explore Super Soap & Star Wars Weekends! SUPPORT THE SHOW! The 3028 is listener supported! Thank you so much for downloading and listening to the show. If you'd like to make a donation to support us, please leave what you can via VENMO or PAYPAL. If you need graphic art …

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USA for Africa and "The Greatest Night In Pop" 59:43

15d ago59:43

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You thought you knew the story behind We Are The World, one of the best-selling songs of all time? Watch The Greatest Night in Pop on Netflix and listen to this episode, and we bet you’ll think again. We’re breaking down this incredible documentary story (which sometimes includes way too many main characters!) and bringing you our favorite revelati…

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FALLING FOR THE HYPE: THE AD INSPIRED PURCHASES MADE BY WOMEN OVER 50 34:25

29d ago34:25

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In this episode, we will dive headfirst into the jungle of impulse buys, lured in by the siren songs of advertisements. From Sea Monkeys that promised kingdoms but delivered shrimp to Thigh Masters that were supposed to bring Suzanne Somers’ legs but only brought pain, we explore the hilarity of purchases influenced by ads. The episode is a reminde…

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Thirty20Eight #308 (S8:E2) Unhidden Mickeys! 1:01:50

14d ago1:01:50

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Matt and Kevin tour Disney theme parks and point out Unhidden Mickeys that help set the scene for attractions and lands. SUPPORT THE SHOW! It's never a bad time to support the show with a 5-star review on the Apple Podcast App. Also, you can support us monetarily at VENMO or PAYPAL any time of day or year! If you need graphic design work for your p…

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Benji: GenX's Top Dog 1:03:34

22d ago1:03:34

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If Generation X had a dog, it would (without a doubt) be Benji, the scrappy little terrier who barked his way into our hearts in 1974 … and remains there to this day. Join us as we (rather passionately!) relive this iconic movie scene by scene and bark by bark, still getting traumatized by the sight of those kids in GAGS and that awful KICK (if you…

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SAFE AND ORGANIZED TRAVEL FOR WOMEN OVER 50 33:28

1M ago33:28

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Feeling overwhelmed by packing or travel prep? Fear not! Christine shares her top strategies for efficient packing and staying organized while on the move. With insights from her time in the skies as a flight attendant, she offers tricks to make flying easier and discusses the evolution of airline travel, including the importance of emergency prepa…

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Charlie's Angels: Which Angel are You? 1:14:03

29d ago1:14:03

1:14:03

Once upon a time there were three little girls who religiously followed three little girls who went to the police academy. And they were each assigned very hazardous duties – like watching TV and absorbing everything it taught them about being a woman. But growing up took them away from all of that. And now they work for YOU! As podcasters! Where t…

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Thirty20Eight #307 (S8:E1) - A Trip to the 1964 World's Fair! 1:13:11

1M ago1:13:11

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Matt and Kevin kick off Season 8 with a trip to the 1964 World's Fair and showcase their season series. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Thank you so much for listening to the 3028 as we kick off Season EIGHT! Whaaat?! To support the show, you can leave us a 5-star review on the Apple Podcast App. We also accept monetary support (if you can) via Venmo and Paypal.…

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TIME-TRAVELING THROUGH POP CULTURE: A GEN X AND BOOMER NOSTALGIA FEST FOR WOMEN OVER 50 16:41

1M ago16:41

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Strap yourself in for a time-traveling trip with part two of our conversation with the delightful hosts of the Pop Culture Preservation Society podcast—Kristen, Carolyn, and Michelle! If memories come flooding back at the mention of "Emergency" and "Saturday Night Fever," you will LOVE this episode! Check out the Pop Culture Preservation Society He…

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Afternoon Delight: TV Reruns and the Gen X Childhood 1:25:33

1M ago1:25:33

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Just sit right back and you’ll hear a tale, a tale of a fateful trip …” You’re singing the end of that song now, aren’t you? (You’re welcome.) That’s because the TV shows from the 50s and 60s that reran constantly during our Gen X childhoods took up entire afternoons, weekends, and summer vacations. They were our after-school friends, our babysitte…

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NOSTALGIA IS THE BEST MEDICINE FOR WOMEN OVER 50, WITH THE LADIES OF THE POP CULTURE PRESERVATION SOCIETY 35:21

2M ago35:21

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Picture this: You're rifling through a dusty box of childhood mementos when suddenly you unearth that beloved, worn-out Sean Cassidy poster that once adorned your bedroom wall. That's the kind of nostalgia trip we're taking you on with our guests from the Pop Culture Preservation Society podcast. Whether it's teen idols, movies, tv shows, toys, or …

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Andy Gibb: Our Everlasting Love - Part 2 1:03:48

1M ago1:03:48

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In part 2 of our tribute to Andy Gibb, we discuss his songs, his frequent duets with the biggest stars in Hollywood, his partnerships (both in the tabloids and IRL), and the true depth of his struggle with mental health -- all of which is spoken about so eloquently by Andy Gibb's only daughter on the only source sanctioned by his estate, officaland…

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Thirty20Eight #306 - Captain Swizzles in the World (A Disney Trip Report!) 1:39:41

2M ago1:39:41

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Kevin, Matt, and Turkey Leg Jeff tour the most recent updates at Epcot and cruise the mighty Sassagoula River to Port Orleans French Quarter. SUPPORT THE SHOW! As we close out our hiatus and return to regularly scheduled programming, we want to remind you that the 3028 show is LISTENER SUPPORTED! If you can make a monetary donation, please do so. Y…

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RELIVING OUR TEEN IDOL FANTASIES: A NOSTALGIC TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE FOR WOMEN OVER 50 43:31

2M ago43:31

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Remember when your heart skipped a beat at the sight of Donny Osmond or the mention of Ralph Macchio? We do, and we're taking you with us on a nostalgic journey back to the days when teen idols ruled our world, from the charming Donny to the dreamy Vince Van Patten. As we saunter through the halls of memory, we'll share the tunes and shows that sha…

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Andy Gibb: Our Everlasting Love 1:17:50

2M ago1:17:50

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After three years of requests from listeners, it's finally here -- the PCPS's tribute to one of the biggest teen idols of the Gen X era, Andy Gibb. He was our everything, our everlasting love, and today's episode will introduce his story and delve into his music with the blessing of Andy Gibb's only child, Peta Gibb Weber. From his beginning as a m…

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Thirty20Eight #305 - Eccentric Early Epcot Shows (feat. Splashtacular!) 1:06:03

1M ago1:06:03

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Matt and Kevin dive into SUPER WEIRD early Epcot shows, featuring Splashtacular! SUPPORT THE SHOW! Right now is a great time to support the 3028 as we prepare for Season 8! You can leave a donation via PAYPAL or VENMO at any time. Donations go toward show hosting, server space, show equipment, research material, and more! If you're in need of graph…

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SPRING CLEANING TO REJUNIVATE YOUR OVER 50 SPACE AND MINDSET PART 2 18:35

2M ago18:35

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PART 2: Professional organizer Christine Stone is always ready to share tips and tricks to clean and organize your home, but she believes that Spring is a particularly important time to dig in and declutter! In this first of a two-part episode, she'll offer actionable steps to get the ball rolling on a Springtime rejuvenation for your space and you…

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Judy Blume's Forever...Living on Forever 49:19

2M ago49:19

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While Michelle hits the slopes to celebrate her birthday, Carolyn and Kristin chat about the staying power of Judy Blume's classic "Forever," the book's cover and the upcoming Netflix series based on the novel. Then stick around for an encore presentation of episode 6, "Judy Blume Forever" where the girls get serious — and silly — about how they we…

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Thirty20Eight #304 - Disney's World of Videopolis! 56:54

2M ago56:54

56:54

Matt and Kevin explore the history of Disney's Videopolis - East, West, and Beyond! SUPPORT THE SHOW As we roar toward Season 8 of the 3028, we hope you'll help us reach our goal of $3028! We continue to be listener supported on the 3028, and you can help support the show via a donation through Venmo or Paypal. Kevin Quigley is also taking commissi…

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SPRING CLEANING TO REJUNIVATE YOUR OVER 50 SPACE AND MINDSET PART 1 30:04

2M ago30:04

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Professional organizer Christine Stone is always ready to share tips and tricks to clean and organize your home, but she believes that Spring is a particularly important time to dig in and declutter! In this first of a two-part episode, she'll offer actionable steps to get the ball rolling on a Springtime rejuvenation for your space and your mind! …

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Still Traumatized by LHOTP 42:55

2M ago42:55

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After a BRAND NEW opening conversation about the upcoming Little House on The Prairie 50th celebration, we’re replaying one of our most fun conversations! TiKTok sensation Raven Stone (@MrStoneAuthor) joins us for a hilarious conversation about a few of the more traumatic episodes of LHOTP. Why the heck things did things have to be so terrifying al…

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Thirty20Eight #303 - Cedar Point Park (A Club 28 Special) 1:33:57

2M ago1:33:57

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Matt and Kevin examine the long history of Cedar Point Park in Ohio, the oldest theme park on American soil. SUPPORT THE SHOW! As we prepare for Season 8 of the 3028, we want to thank you for supporting the show with 5-star reviews on the Apple Podcast App and monetary donations. We know there are many Disney podcasts, so we sincerely appreciate yo…

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THE SILVER LINING OF BEING A WOMAN OVER 50: LEVERAGING YOUR GOLDEN YEARS FOR BARGAINS 17:44

3M ago17:44

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From AARP-ushered savings that'll make your jaw drop to that delightful moment at the car rental counter when they shave a few bucks off just because your birthday cake is a fire hazard, we're laying out all the ways you can cash in on your experience points. We secretly hope that by the end of our chat, you'll be looking forward to flashing that I…

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AM Radio Gold Rewind: 1977 1:22:14

2M ago1:22:14

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Join us for an encore presentation of AM Radio Gold: 1977, celebrating the songs we heard when AM radio was king, featuring an all new introduction recorded while we prepare for one of our most anticipated episodes ever (hint: okay it's Andy Gibb😲❤️🎉). We'll give you a sneak peek of our thoughts from this very personal and surprisingly emotional to…

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Thirty20Eight #302 - Remember the MATTgic! (A WDW Trip Report) 1:08:09

3M ago1:08:09

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Matt and Kevin look at the latest updates inside Epcot and tour Walt Disney World during the 2024 Festival of the Arts. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Thank you so much for supporting the 3028 with your donations and 5-star reviews. We are currently LISTENER SUPPORTED on the 3028, and we would be forever grateful for a monetary contribution to the show and our …

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WOMEN SUPPORTING WOMEN WHEN YOU'RE OVER 50 29:44

3M ago29:44

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We're bringing that sense of unity to the forefront this week, as we unpack the complexities of women supporting women! Do women support each other enough? We discuss the importance of having each other's backs and how we hope to break barriers and bridge the gap between generations for a stronger, more united future. If you haven't yet, join our U…

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Fonzie STILL Loves Pinky 1:20:37

3M ago1:20:37

1:20:37

In this week’s episode we’re starting with an all new conversation, gushing over Henry Winkler’s memoir and the man himself, whom we’ve grown to love as so much more than just “The Fonz.” Then we’ll replay Episode 83, “Fonzie Loves Pinky." If you say the word "Pinky" to AARP-aged people, they will intuitively respond with this weird snappy-fist-sla…

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Thirty20Eight #301 - WDW Resort TV (A Club 28 Special) 1:31:41

3M ago1:31:41

1:31:41

Matt and Kevin examine the unexplored history of Walt Disney World's Resort TV Channel! SUPPORT THE SHOW! The 3028 continues to be listener supported. Thank you so much for your donations and reviews. As we approach Season 8, we are hoping to raise $3028 for all of the accessories that make the show possible (server space, equipment, storage, Diet …

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NAVIGATING GRAY DIVORCE: FINDING FREEDOM AND SUPPORT FOR WOMEN OVER 50 25:06

3M ago25:06

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In this episode we hope to offer an empathetic ear and practical advice for those facing the dissolution of a long-term marriage, discussing everything from emotional recovery to the division of assets. We're joined by voices from our community, including a heartfelt narrative from a listener who found strength and happiness after her own gray divo…

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GenX = Generation Divorce with author Priscilla Gilman 43:59

3M ago43:59

43:59

Following our Kramer vs. Kramer episode, we take an even deeper dive with someone who was obsessed with the movie at just ten years old: Priscilla Gilman, author of The Critic's Daughter, a memoir that dissects her experience of her parents' divorce, will join us to give her take on the movie and why it resonated so hard with her at such a young ag…

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