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Fun for All Ages
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Johnny Carson
Late Night Television
Batman
MAD Magazine
Gilbert Gottfried
TV Funhouse
The Love Boat
The Tonight Show
Christmas
Saturday Night Live
William Castle
The Simpsons
Dan Pasternack
Bad Santa
Catwoman
The Riddler
Robert Smigel
Atomic Age Cinema

A podcast celebrating the golden age of pop culture. For the kids who counted down every song on American Top 40, clipped a Monkees record from a box of Alpha-Bits or begged their parents for a Han Solo action figure or Six Million Dollar Man lunchbox. Join Emmy-winning writer Frank Santopadre and a panel of equally obsessed celebs, superfans, cultural experts and industry insiders as they gush an... more

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Frank celebrates the 60th anniversary of the premiere of the original version of "Hollywood Squares" (October 17, 1966), accompanied by Tom Bergeron and Dave Boone, host and head writer of the 1990s reboot. In this loose and laugh-filled conversation... more

In this conclusion of a two-part episode, Frank sits down with Oscar and Grammy-winning documentary filmmaker Morgan Neville and author-journalist Josh Karp for a fascinating behind-the-scenes look into Morgan's creative process, including his "metho... more

Oscar, Grammy and Emmy-winning filmmaker Morgan Neville ("20 Feet from Stardom," "Lorne," "Paul McCartney: Man on the Run") and journalist and author Josh Karp ("A Futile and Stupid Gesture," "Orson Welles's Last Movie: The Making of the Other Side o... more

Frank is joined by producer Rich Brown ("The Daily Show," "Jimmy Kimmel Live") and bestselling author Kliph Nesteroff ("The Comedians: Drunks, Thieves, Scoundrels and the History of American Comedy") for an absurdly funny—and in-depth!—conversation a... more

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Recent Guests

Morgan Neville
Academy Award-winning director and producer
Self
Episode: Documentary Wow! The Pop Culture Portraits of Morgan Neville w/ Josh Karp and Morgan Neville
Josh Karp
Journalist, author and documentary collaborator
Self
Episode: Documentary Wow! The Pop Culture Portraits of Morgan Neville w/ Josh Karp and Morgan Neville
Kliph Nesteroff
Writer, producer, historian and author
Author of The Comedians and other works
Episode: Celebrity Franchises, Ventures (and Misadventures) w/ Rich Brown and Kliph Nesteroff
Jud Apatow
Comedian, writer, filmmaker
Episode: Comedy Nerd: The Obsessions of Judd Apatow (Part Two) w/ Judd Apatow
Judd Apatow
Genuine showbiz mogul, writer/director/producer and author
Apatow Productions / various film and TV projects
Episode: Comedy Nerd: The Obsessions of Judd Apatow w/ Judd Apatow
Rich Brown
Former local TV host, broadcaster and producer
Television networks and shows including Jimmy Kimmel Live, The Daily Show, Beyond Vaudeville
Episode: Encore Presentation: Knuckleheads, Shenanigans and Aardvarks: Local Kids' Shows of the 1960s and '70s w/ Rich Brown, Allan Neuwirth and Steven Weber
Allan Neuwirth
Illustrator, designer, writer and producer with TV credits
Various including Wonderama projects and related local TV history
Episode: Encore Presentation: Knuckleheads, Shenanigans and Aardvarks: Local Kids' Shows of the 1960s and '70s w/ Rich Brown, Allan Neuwirth and Steven Weber
Steven Weber
Actor, writer and voice actor with NY roots
Wonderama project connections and broader pop culture work
Episode: Encore Presentation: Knuckleheads, Shenanigans and Aardvarks: Local Kids' Shows of the 1960s and '70s w/ Rich Brown, Allan Neuwirth and Steven Weber
Jill Whelan
Actress and former Love Boat cast member
Love Boat
Episode: Encore Presentation: All Aboard "The Love Boat" w/ Jim Colucci, Murray Hill and Jill Whelan

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Frank Santopadre
Host of Fun for All Ages with Frank Santopadre

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 650 ratings
  • Fun podcast! Frank talks about retro pop culture stuff & has cool guests. He's a cool guy with interesting stories to share.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    PigDan
    a month ago
  • Happy 1 year Frank!

    A fabulous year of great guests, wonderful topics and deep dive research. Frank and his team make like just a little more magical. Like something God sent us in case we needed it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StephieTheodora
    United States2 months ago
  • Well done

    Thoughtful, smart well researched and produced. The pod is fun, love the discussions of classic film and tv, it is fun, enjoy the but how much to get you to stop reading namesnames with inane inside jokes. maybe get a comedian co host frank you ate not very funny, your guests are. stick to producing, less tuk tuk

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    emaildaniels
    United States3 months ago
  • Best podcast

    Frank does his homework, although it feels like he knows so much of his subjects. And his guests are perfect experts in whatever subject he brings up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sfoguy
    United States4 months ago
  • What A Great Idea!

    Gilbert’s podcast with Frank was the very first podcast I ever listened to, and years later, working a quiet graveyard shift job, it’s still my favorite that I still listen to. I was very emotional and happy when Frank forged his own path in the way he did, and he really has found his own niche. This is going to be in my regular rotation. Well done!

    To the crank who said “it’s just a bunch of old white guys”-there really are a lot of podcasts. You might prefer Charlamange Tha God or something-t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paphuahua mom
    United States4 months ago

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Fans appreciate rare archival anecdotes and the blend of history with pop culture.
Show is thoughtful, well-researched, and nostalgia-forward, with standout deep-dives.
Some listeners wish for tighter intros or pacing and less inside-joke banter.
Listeners praise the host's homework and the guests' expertise.
The ensemble dynamics and guest variety are repeatedly highlighted as a strength.

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Documentary Wow! The Pop Culture Portraits of Morgan Neville (Part Two) w/ Josh Karp and Morgan Neville
Q: What makes the Steve Martin documentary structure unique?
Morgan describes dividing the film into two halves—one focused on isolation and the other on present life—allowing each part to develop its own narrative and rhythm.
Documentary Wow! The Pop Culture Portraits of Morgan Neville (Part Two) w/ Josh Karp and Morgan Neville
Q: How do you approach interviewing subjects who are famously interviewed?
You prompt with big ideas and specific angles (parenting, painting, competition) to unlock thoughts they don't usually reveal, rather than repeating familiar anecdotes.
Documentary Wow! The Pop Culture Portraits of Morgan Neville (Part Two) w/ Josh Karp and Morgan Neville
Q: Morgan, what's a dream project?
A dream project would be a Shel Silverstein film, exploring his multifaceted work including kids' books and music, and potentially a feature on Cover the Rolling Stone, reflecting the complexity of his persona.
Documentary Wow! The Pop Culture Portraits of Morgan Neville w/ Josh Karp and Morgan Neville
Q: How did you balance presenting information with not taking a definitive stance?
By prioritizing empathy and curiosity, sharing multiple perspectives, and allowing viewers to draw their own conclusions rather than prescribing a single interpretation.
Documentary Wow! The Pop Culture Portraits of Morgan Neville w/ Josh Karp and Morgan Neville
Q: What drew you to the subject of Orson Welles?
A fascination with the multitudes in Welles—his larger-than-life persona and the drama of making The Other Side of the Wind inspired a deep dive, revealing a life of ambition, chaos, and creative risk that could sustain a full documentary.

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A nostalgic deep-dive into pop culture history, with expert guests and hosts dissecting iconic eras, creators, and franchises from the 1960s onward. Episodes mix documentary storytelling, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and archival insight, often focusing on mentorship, collaboration, and the cultural impact of films, TV shows, and music. Noteworthy is the commitment to preserving memory through thoughtful context, while balancing affectionate fandom with critical perspective. Listeners can expect well-researched conversations that reveal how creative teams shaped beloved classics and why those legacies endure for new generations.

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1. Morgan Neville
2. Josh Karp
3. Kliph Nesteroff
4. Jud Apatow
5. Judd Apatow
6. Rich Brown
7. Allan Neuwirth
8. Steven Weber

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