Episodes
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Rankin Bass Holiday Specials
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
Tuesday Dec 12, 2023
The stars finally aligned and the episode was recorded properly! It only took a year, but now you can listen to John, Nick, and Wren talk about those good ol' Rankin Bass produced holiday specials!
From Rudolph to The Miser Brothers, with some Peter Cottontail thrown in for fun, we look back on the animated holiday specials we used to watch as kids.
Plus we discuss the Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer, Brenda Lee's hit song, and of course, The Person of the Year, Taylor Swift!
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
The Punk Show: CM Punk Strikes Back
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Join Nick and Wren this week as they congratulate Dave Filoni, play a word association game, and talk about the return of CM Punk to the WWE.
Don't forget to follow us on all our social media platforms and join the conversation!
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Winnie the Pooh and Pop Culture Too!
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Join John, Nick, and Wren as they discuss our childhood icon, Winnie the Pooh.
With a special interview with Andrew Scott Bell, the award winning composer of Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey, we take a new look on our childhood icon and how we can still relate to the characters, no matter what our age is.
Thanks so much to Andrew Scott Bell for taking time to join us on our Landing Pad. It was great to get a chance to talk with you and discuss your creative process. We can't wait to hear your future work!
Click here to watch the complete video interview!
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
This is Halloween!
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
All Hail the Pumpkin King!
Join John, Nick, and Wren as they wander through the years of Halloween Specials, agree on the best part about the Halloween Town series, and declare our Technomage as the Ultimate Human/Genius.
Remember to look both ways before crossing the street, use the buddy system, and stay safe out there tonight! Happy Halloween!
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Quote the Raven...
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Join John, Nick, and Wren in a conversation about horror literature. From Shelley to Barker, Lovecraft to King, we talk about some of our favourite authors and how their influences still linger in every day pop culture and references.
Don't forget to comment your favourite part about Halloween to be entered in our giveaway!
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Casual Friday The 13th
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Friday the 13th Special!
Join John, Nick, and Wren as we dive into Superstitions and Friday the 13th!
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Fangs fr th Mmrs -Vampires forever
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Area 51 1/2 - Episode 42: Vampires Through the Decades 🦇Join us on a mesmerizing journey through the ages of vampire pop culture in our latest episode of Area 51 1/2! Hosted by Spooky Uncle John, Sneiderman501, and Pyrelily, we're diving into the captivating world of vampires. 🌙From the original bloodsucker, Count Dracula, to modern-day vampire legends like those in "Twilight," we explore how these immortal creatures have evolved over the years. Did you know that the infamous Vlad the Impaler inspired the creation of Count Dracula?In the 20th century, vampires took on a new form with Bela Lugosi's iconic portrayal in the 1931 classic, "Dracula." And Anne Rice's "The Vampire Chronicles" in the 1970s gave us a new perspective on these alluring beings.Don't miss out! Tune in now and share your favorite vampire moments with us in the comments. 🍷🦇 #VampiresThroughTheDecades #PopCultureVampires #popculturepodcast #popculture #Popcultureandchill #podcast #Spookyseason #halloween #happyhalloween
**Giveaway Announcement!**
We're doing a Halloween giveaway! Any time during October, leave a comment on our episode announcements answering this question:
Other than free candy, what's your favourite part about the Halloween Season?
Each comment is an entry and we'll be announcing the winners on our Halloween Special on October 31st!
Prize packs include handmade items made by our very own Technomage!
Contest open from October 3rd to October 28th, 2023. Winners will be announced and contacted on October 31st. Comments accepted on Podbean, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and X only. For any questions, contact the podcast through email or private message on any social media platform.
TW: bodies, blood, exhuming human remains, stakes through hearts... vampire behaviour.Vampire content begins at 17:50.
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
We’ve Been Raised by Puppets
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
For as long as most of us can remember, puppets have been a staple in our lives. From education to entertainment, join John, Nick, and Wren as they remember the puppets who taught them everything they know.
... Or was that all some weird dream? Let us know if you remember these puppets too!
Safety note: No puppets were harmed in the making of this episode.
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Season 3 Begins!
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
After our intrepid heroes got a well deserved break... we're back!
Join John, Nick, and Wren as they go over 100 years of Warner Brothers, Looney Tunes, and Superheroes. Plus we have a sneak peek of what will be coming up for this seasons topics!
Big shoutout to Fear Freaks Podcast, a weekly horror movie podcast hosted by Braden Timmons and Destiny Faulkner! The show consists of reviews, discussions, commentaries, live watch parties, and much more!You can follow them on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Youtube. Go check them out!
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Season Finale: Let’s Party!
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
The end of Season 2 is here!
Join John, Nick, and Wren as they talk about the Mattel company and just a few of the products they have created.
Make sure to follow us on our new Patreon page to see a special behind the scenes video of how this episode came together!
Have a safe summer everyone, and we'll see you in September!
#Podcast #CanadianPodcast #Popculture #Mattel #Barbie #AmericanGirlDolls #BigJimActionFigure
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Indiana Jones and the Clock of Retirement
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
John and Nick are alone this week and discuss their views on the newest movies: Children of the Corn, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.
#Podcast #Podcasting #Podcastandchill #CanadianPodcast #PodcastLife #Popculture #IndianaJones #ChildrenoftheCorn #SpidermanAcrosstheSpiderverse
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Live from Forest City Comic Con!
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Tuesday Jun 27, 2023
Welcome back to the landing pad Aliens and Gayliens. We have an exciting show this week coming to you live from Forest City Comicon in London Ontario! Join Nick, Wren and Spooky Uncle John as they talk about the ups and downs of podcasting as well as giving insight to the process behind Area 51 1/2.
#Podcast #Podcasting #Podcastandchill #PodcastLife #Popculture
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Yas Queen! From Transformers to Drag Queens
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
On this weeks show we discuss the new Transformers flick, the history of drag in pop culture and the newest Stephen King adaptation, The Boogeyman. Happy Pride month to all Aliens and Gayliens alike!
Tuesday May 30, 2023
Simply The Best: Tina Turner Tribute
Tuesday May 30, 2023
Tuesday May 30, 2023
**Content Warning**Brief mentions of the abusive situation from 34:35 - 35:56 and again from 40:15 - 41:00.
Join John, Nick, and Wren as we reflect on the life of the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll, Tina Turner.
If any of our listeners are currently dealing with any sort of abuse, reach out to your local hotline for help. If you're in Canada/Ontario, here's a few links that might help:
Canadian Stop Family Violence LinksFind A Helpline.comCanada Mental Health Association
#Area51Half #TinaTurner #QueenofRocknRoll #PodcastersOfFacebook #MovieLovers #Musiclovers #AliensWelcome #Podcast #Podcastandchill #Popculture
Tuesday May 16, 2023
Can Disney Conquer the World?
Tuesday May 16, 2023
Tuesday May 16, 2023
It's 100 years of Disney! Join us as we celebrate the Mouse House and all their accomplishments in film & animation. We also discuss some of our favourite villains and moments from Disney history!