Cool Kids Lunch Table with P.J. & Mike

PJ & Mike discuss the best, worst, funniest, scariest, and most offensive Halloween costumes — from homemade creations and retail costumes to awful couples costumes and everything in between! Which costumes are legendary? Which ones are absolutely terrible? And which ones should NEVER have left the house?

We recap New York Comic Con 2026, dive into the latest movie news—including the new director for The Batman—talk upcoming crossovers, and finish things off with a Dick Tracy trading card unboxing! 📦

This week, PJ and Mike react to the new HBO Harry Potter TV series trailer and discuss their thoughts on the upcoming return to Hogwarts! They also dive into two other HBO Max shows: Stuart Fails to Save the Universe and Lanterns.

What are PJ and Mike’s thoughts on the new Harry Potter cast and trailer? Is Stuart Fails to Save the Universe a worthy addition to The Big Bang Theory universe? And are Lanterns delivering the Green Lantern series fans have been waiting for?

This week, PJ and Mike are joined by special guest Kevin Smith (no, not the famous writer/director and ½ of Jay and Silent Bob!) to discuss the legendary Frank Miller and his massive impact on comic books, movies, and pop culture. From The Dark Knight Returns to Sin City and 300, the guys dive into Miller’s iconic work, influence, and lasting legacy.  

This week, PJ and Mike review Spider-Man: Brand New Day! They discuss the film's biggest moments, touch on some major spoilers (while keeping plenty spoiler-free), and debate whether Tom Holland's fourth Spider-Man film is just another MCU adventure—or the start of a bold new chapter for the web-head.

This week, PJ and Mike review The Rolling Stones' highly anticipated new album, Foreign Tongues! Lifelong Stones fan Mike gives an honest, track-by-track breakdown, discussing the songwriting, performances, production, and standout moments while keeping his fan bias in check. Is this another classic from rock's greatest band, or does it fall short? Tune in to hear why the Stones still prove that they "gather no moss."

This week, PJ and Mike review Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated The Odyssey, breaking down the performances, casting, screenplay, breathtaking visuals, and the overall cinematic experience. Plus, Mike nerds out over his love of Greek mythology, while PJ channels his inner Zeus to deliver his take on this larger-than-life adaptation.

This week, PJ and Mike discuss Sony's reported plan to discontinue physical video game media by 2028 and what that could mean for the future of gaming, movies, music, and collecting. Is the era of discs and cartridges coming to an end?

The guys also take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, talking about beloved retail stores and restaurant chains that have disappeared over the years. From video game shops to iconic eateries, they share their favorites and discuss why so many familiar names have vanished.