Back To Pop
Back to Pop Podcast: Your All-Access Pass to Pop Culture Icons
Dive headfirst into the vibrant world of pop culture with the “Back to Pop Podcast,” where we celebrate the legends and lore of the entertainment universe. From the visionaries behind the scenes to the iconic faces in front of the camera, we bring you exclusive, heart-to-heart conversations with the diverse talents that have shaped our cultural landscape.
“Back to Pop” is not just a podcast; it’s a vibrant dialogue with the movers and shakers of music, movies, TV, and comics. Each episode is a unique journey, offering you a front-row seat to the untold stories, creative inspirations, and behind-the-scenes insights from your favorite pop culture personalities.
“Back to Pop” is where nostalgia meets novelty, where we reminisce about classic moments while exploring the latest trends that are defining the future of entertainment. It’s your chance to hear from the legends you admire and the rising stars you’re curious about, all in one place.
So, if you’re looking to get your pulse on pop culture’s past, present, and future, tune into “Back to Pop Podcast.” Be part of a community that thrives on the excitement, creativity, and passion that pop culture brings into our lives. Join us, and let’s celebrate the stories that connect us all.
Episodes
50 episodes
Southern Scares, Cujo, and the Light Beyond E.T. — A Conversation with Dee Wallace
She’s the mother who protected Elliott in E.T., the woman who fought a rabid Saint Bernard in Cujo, and the primal force behind The Howling. For over four decades, Dee Wallace has moved seamlessly between heartwarming classics and the darkest c...
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Episode 50
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48:37
“Joe Pruett: From Flaming Carrot to Ninth Circle - A Life in Independent Comics”
This week on Back to Pop, Marc Childs sits down with Joe Pruett — Eisner Award–winning writer, editor, and publisher whose career has shaped the independent comics landscape for over three decades.
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Season 2
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Episode 49
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1:31:13
Mike Vosburg: From Underground Comics to Emmy Gold
# Mike Vosburg: From Underground Comics to Emmy GoldWhat happens when a 15-year-old comic fanboy launches his own fanzine and never stops creating? You get Mike Vosburg—a legendary artist whose pen has shaped everything from underground...
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Season 2
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Episode 48
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1:08:48
Kelley Jones: Shadows, Vampires & the Art of Fear
What happens when the Dark Knight meets Gothic horror? You get Kelley Jones — the artist who turned Batman into a living nightmare and made the shadows themselves come alive.From Micronauts to Red Rain, Kelley’s journey throug...
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Season 2
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Episode 47
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47:59
’80s Icon Catherine Mary Stewart on Cult Classics and Lasting Legacy
From disco-fueled sci-fi musicals to zombie-fighting cult classics and outrageous dark comedies—Catherine Mary Stewart has done it all. In this episode of Back to Pop, we sit down with the actress who became an ’80s icon through some of the mos...
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Season 2
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Episode 46
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1:21:06
Talking Bats with Director Kevin Altieri
Step inside Gotham’s shadows with legendary animation director Kevin Altieri, the creative force behind some of Batman: The Animated Series’ most unforgettable episodes. In this deep-dive conversation, Kevin reveals the directing choices,...
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Season 2
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Episode 45
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1:08:44
🎸 Stan Bush: Has The Touch and the strings to motivate
This week, we sit down with Stan Bush, the Grammy-winning rocker whose anthems fueled everything from Transformers: The Movie to Bloodsport, Kickboxer, and beyond. With classics like The Touch, Dare, Fight to Survive, and Never Surrender, Bush’...
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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54:16
From Fan to Legend: The Story of Gerry Conway
Before he was shaping the Marvel Universe, Gerry Conway was a teenager from Brooklyn with a letter printed in Fantastic Four #50. Just three years later, he was a published writer at DC Comics. By 19, he was scripting The Amazing Spider-Man—and...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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57:38
“Adrian Hough: Acting, Advocacy & the Heart of a Voice”
Welcome to Back to Pop! I’m your host, Marc Childs — and today’s guest is an actor whose voice has crossed worlds of animation, live action, and video games.You know him as Nightcrawler in X-Men: The Animated Series and X-Men ...
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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52:19
“The Fan Who Became the Writer: John Jackson Miller’s Journey”
Episode Description:What happens when a comics fan becomes one of the most trusted voices in Star Wars storytelling—and then takes on Tim Burton’s Batman? This week, we’re joined by John Jackson Miller, the acclaimed author behind St...
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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1:01:11
The Love Goddess Lives On: Taylor Blackwell on Resurrecting Judy Tenuta
What happens when you mix a Grammy-nominated accordion goddess, a fearless feminist firebrand, and the wildest stage presence to hit HBO in the ’80s? You get comedy legend Judy Tenuta — and today, we’re exploring her incredible legacy with film...
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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32:32
A Journey Through the Imagination of David Kirschner
Get ready to rediscover the worlds that shaped your childhood—and the nightmares that still send chills down your spine. In this episode, we sit down with David Kirschner, the creative force behind An American Tail, Child’s Play, Hocus Pocus an...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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1:19:42
Inside the mind of Doug Stone on Character Creation and more !
Ever wondered what it takes to voice an entire cast of characters in a single show? Or how an actor brings psychological terror to life as Metal Gear Solid’s unforgettable Psycho Mantis?Join us for an extraordinary deep-dive with Dou...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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1:07:16
A Postcard That Changed Everything: Jim Salicrup’s Four-Decade Comics Career
What if a postcard could change your life? Welcome to Back to Pop, the podcast that dives deep into the stories behind the stories in comics, pop culture, and the creative industry. Each episode features intimate conversations with the legends,...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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1:10:54
More Than a Voice: Gregg Berger on Heart, Heroes & Dinobots
Before “Me Grimlock!” echoed across Saturday mornings, before Spirit walked calmly through the chaos of G.I. Joe missions, there was a young performer discovering the power of voice.In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of B...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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1:20:11
From Staten Island Screams to Emotional Truth—Inside the Mind of Horror Star Allison Pitte
In this raw and revealing episode, we dive deep with Allison Pittel, breakout star of indie horror hits Stream and Screamboat. From her leap to NYC’s acting grind to the Meisner method that shaped her craft, Allison unpacks the real journey beh...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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1:05:40
The Storyteller Behind Jem, Conan, Babylon 5: and More Christy Marx Unplugged
In this powerhouse episode of Back to Pop, we sit down with legendary writer Christy Marx—the visionary behind Jem and the Holograms, a creative force on G.I. Joe, Spider-Man, Babylon 5, Conan the Adventurer, and so much more....
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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49:34
Let’s Talk JoeFest: The Story Behind the Ultimate G.I. Joe Convention
This week on Back to Pop, we’re diving into the origin story of one of the most beloved fan events in the country: JoeFest.Host Marc Childs sits down with JoeFest founder Ed Schumacher to unpack how a small toy show in an Augu...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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29:33
“Cam Clarke Unmasked: TMNT’s Leonardo, Liquid Snake & the Secret Legacy of the King Family”
Dive deep into the legendary voice behind your favorite childhood heroes! 🐢🎮Join us on Back to Pop as we go behind the microphone with Cam Clarke, the iconic voice actor who brought Leonardo from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to life ...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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1:15:53
“Jim Valentino: Co-Founder of Image Comics to Guardians of the Galaxy Architect - 40 Years of Comic Book Revolution”
In this exclusive Back to Pop interview, we sit down with Jim Valentino, co-founder of Image Comics, creator of ShadowHawk, and the visionary who reimagined Guardians of the Galaxy
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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50:16
THE COBRA’S PATH: SEAN KANAN ON KARATE KID, SOAP OPERAS, SELF-MASTERY & HOT SAUCE
In this powerhouse episode of Back to Pop, we sit down with Sean Kanan — the actor, author, and entrepreneur best known as Mike Barnes from The Karate Kid Part III and Cobra Kai, as well as his legendary roles on General Hospital and The Bold a...
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Episode 30
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57:24
From Goonies to Free Willy: Mark Marshall’s Magical Hollywood Journey
Ever wonder who keeps child actors in line on massive movie sets? Or how iconic franchises like Star Wars and Harry Potter come to life behind the scenes?This week on Back to Pop, we pull back the curtain with Hollywood legend Mark Marshall...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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55:46
“From Jem to Transformers: Samantha Newark Spills Secrets of a Truly Outrageous 80s Icon
Hey Pop Culture Time Travelers! Ready to rewind the cassette and plug into the electrifying 80s? This week on Back to Pop, we're joined by a truly, truly, truly outrageous icon whose voice defined a generation: the incred...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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1:02:56
The Grell Method: A Comic Book Legend Revealed
Dive deep into comic book history with legendary artist and writer Mike Grell in this captivating episode of The Grell Method. Join us for an exclusive interview with the creative force behind iconic works like Tyroc, The Warlord, Jon Sab...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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1:11:59
Neil Ross: The Voice of Heroes, Villains, and Vocal Recall
Get ready for a trip down memory lane! Legendary voice actor Neil Ross (Shipwreck, Springer, Rambo, Mean Gene Okerlund, and so many more) joins Back to Pop. Hear incredible stories about voicing heroes and villains for G.I. Joe and Transformers...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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