Media Obscura - Retro and Obscure TV/Movie Reviews

Media Obscura - Retro and Obscure TV/Movie Reviews

Author: Nicholas Abouhamad Language: English Episodes: 100
Digging through the dusty archives of pop culture, Media Obscura-Retro and Obscure TV/Movie Reviews is a conversation among friends who love to unpack the forgotten and the formative. Host Nicholas Abouhamad, a video editor and content creator, is joined by Sierra Watson, Raekwon Davis, and Michael Capurso for deep dives that are equal parts analysis and good-natured debate. The focus here isn't just on the celebrated classics, though they're certainly part of the discussion. This podcast thrives on unearthing the curiosities: the big-budget misfires that vanished from memory, the oddball features that never found an audience, and the shows that somehow defined a moment despite their obscurity. Each episode feels like pulling a strange VHS off a shelf and figuring out what it all means, with plenty of bickering and laughter along the way. You'll hear genuine reviews that come from a place of affection, even for the flawed gems, making it a perfect listen for anyone who thinks the best stories are sometimes hidden in the margins. Tune in for a regular dose of cinematic archaeology, where every forgotten film or television show gets its day in the sun.
Episodes
39. Joey (Bad Kombucha) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:06
So no one told [Nick and Mike] that [watching and discussing the ill-fated Friends spin-off, 'Joey,'] would be this way. They also talk about the way that TV shows like to include clapping/snapping in their themes songs,…
38. That 80's Show (Post-Show Depression) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:10
Nick and Mike check out the very short lived spin-off of the classic sitcom 'That 70's Show,' on this weeks Media Obscura Podcast! They also talk about post-show depression and some other stuff.
37. Plan 9 From Outer Space (New Mike, Who Dis?) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:12
Nick and Mike tackle the 'worst film of all time,' Plan 9 From Outer Space! Nick also builds an AI version of his faithful co-host that... Well, it's got a couple bugs it needs to sort out. They also talk about the proba…
36. The Rubber Duck (The Fearless Freaks) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:50
Nick and Mike check out "The Fearless Freaks," a documentary about the history of the cult psychedelic rock band, The Flaming Lips! They also talk about the profound effect that the band had on Nick growing up, giant rub…
35. Commercial Cavalcade #1 (The Internship) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:34
It looks as if Nick and Mike are mixing things up this week! They're sitting down and checking out a slew of obscure/retro commercials that include: Budweiser's 'Wazzup' ad, Wendy's classic "Where's the beef" campaign, a…
34. The Mask: The Animated Series (Monster Trucks and Broken Hearts) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:40
In this weeks Media Obscura, the Bergen Boys check out the animated adaptation of the movie adaptation of Jim Carrey's adaptation of the graphic novel/comicbook, The Mask! Nick also grumbles about Mike ruining his birthd…
33. Cheers (Renaissance Medics) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:33
Nick and Mike dig reaaaaaaaal deep into the obscure catalog for this weeks episode about the hit television series Cheers. See? Real obscure. They also talk about the Renaissance. Like, a lot.
32. Detective Conan (Nick, Cro-Magnon P.I.) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:11
Nick and Mike slip into something sleuthy on this weeks Media Obscura as they check out the Japanese anime, Detective Conan!
31. The Young Ones (War... What Is It Good For?) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:07
Nick and Mike sit down and check out the 80s BBC comedy series, The Young Ones. Nick and Mike also ponder the horrors of war, Nick's love of hitting books, and toxic masculinity.
30. Toei's Spider-Man Series (Dumb and Depressed) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:46
In order to commemorate their 30th episode, Nick and Mike go back to where it all began... Kinda. They also talk about their (possible) TV spinoff, how to adapt another piece of media, getting stabbed in the jugular, and…