“I Only Have Eyes For You” by The Flamingos plays as Debbie and Terry enjoy their drinks before making out (or at least trying to). Megan Coleman from MASH Minute joins Tierney to talk about cardigan clips, bad decisions by Terry onscreen and George Lucas offscreen, and some other movies that used this song in their soundtrack. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex Robinson Music by Chris Frain

“Johnny B. Goode” by Chuck Berry plays as Curt cruises with the Pharaohs, Carol gets hit by a water balloon, and she and Milner bond over some extreme revenge. George Hendricks from The Mogwai Minute and Liz Whitaker from Mean Girls Minute rejoin Tierney to talk about flatulence humor, Carol’s moxie, Chekhov’s shaving cream, ineffective spotlights, and (sigh) poop. While John and Carol play “ring around the Chevy” and slash some tires, we dive into the history of Chuck Berry, so heads up, it...

No music but TWO guests to cover the “metallic ballet” as everyone listens to a Wolfman Jack segment. George Hendricks from Elementary, My Dears isn’t crying wolf about there being a film called Never Cry Wolf. Liz Whitaker from the forthcoming Minute in Black (and maker of this amazing Pets of MxM design) IS Miss Collect Call. Today they join Tierney to talk about George Herbert’s poetry, high school reunions, and the subtle differences between cruising and just driving around. Come hang...

“Ain’t That a Shame” by Fats Domino plays as the Pharaohs threaten and then kidnap Curt. As he is driven away, he catches sight of his dream girl once more. Chrysanthe Tan from Star Wars Music Minute joins Tierney to talk about Bo and Beau acting together, this movie’s reflection of the white suburban experience, the music industry, and how often we think that car gets cleaned. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex...

“The Great Pretender” by The Platters plays as Curt watches tvs through a store window, meets the Pharaohs, and scratches Gil Gonzalez’s car. Paul “Sully Baseball” Sullivan from Locked on MLB joins Tierney to talk about unreliable nostalgia, taping terrible pan-and-scans off tv in the middle of the night, and the influence this movie had his own film “I’ll Believe You”. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex...

No song today as Carol and John walk through the junkyard. As Doris puts it, they’re surrounded by dead cars talking about dead people. Fun! Brad Mendenhall from The Cosmic Geppetto Podcast returns to talk about leaving this scene quiet, the foreshadowing of Milner’s future, cutting this scene short so Carol can have some emotional growth, and the trauma of favorite tv shows changing their music for the dvd release. (Dawson’s Creek, we’re looking at you.) Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’...

“Ya Ya” by Lee Dorsey plays as Terry succeeds at last! He almost loses Debbie’s interest and witnesses a hold-up, but he’s got his Old Harper before the Wolfman howls. Brad Mendenhall from The Cosmic Geppetto Podcast joins Doris to talk about turning dirty songs into innocent pop hits, the vibe of Lucas’s movie endings, and the perils of getting booze before you’re old enough to buy it yourself. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and...

“Maybe Baby” by Buddy Holly plays as Terry attempts to buy a pint of Old Harper at the liquor store/bait shop/wetsuit emporium. Niall McGowan from Bat Minute joins Doris to talk about Joe Miksak (unsung hero of The Streets of San Francisco), Terry’s haircut, the hazards of Buckfast Tonic Wine, and his existential crisis brought on by trying to understand what a 3 Musketeers tastes like. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and...

“Book of Love” by The Monotones plays as the scene changes to John and Carol at Mel’s. When John embarrasses her in front of his (clearly not teenaged) friends, Carol ditches him—but quickly learns the world is a dangerous place outside Milner’s car. If you want to talk music, bring on a musician. Gerry Porter from The Indiana Jones Minute joins Doris to talk about getting inspiration from Pepsodent commercials, hitting the apex of coolitude, and what lies ahead for John and Carol. Come hang...

“Barbara Anne” by the Regents plays as Curt “has a bit of a snog in the backseat” with Wendy. Even this Bobbie would tolerate, but when he embarrasses her in front of the guy she likes, Curt is kicked out of the car and left to chase the white Thunderbird on foot. There are no Beach Boys in sight as Neil Brown from The Mogwai Minute joins Doris to talk about choosing the wrong college major and John “The Mandalorian” Milner. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and...

“Peppermint Twist” by Joey Dee & the Starlighters plays as Curt drives around with his ex-girlfriend Wendy and her friend Bobbie. Hilary Barraford from Equal Standard and Kevin Can F*** Himself joins Rachel to talk about Curt “the Go Along Kid”, Bobbie’s role as an Uber driver before there were Uber drivers, and that Lynne Marie Stewart is still a total badass. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex...

“Little Darlin’” by The Diamonds plays as both soundtrack and diegetic music while Terry and Debbie order dinner at Mel’s. Debbie uses Terry to chase off a pushy ex-boyfriend, but he is fine with this—and even gets a kiss before blowing this popsicle stand. Murren Kennedy from The Cast and the Furious joins Rachel to talk about the different types of car movies, Charles Martin Smith, and why you don’t have to be Chubby Checker to order a Double Chubby Chuck. Come hang out at Mel’s...

“Louie, Louie” by The Kingsmen (performed here by Flash Cadillac and the Continental Kids) plays as Steve and Laurie continue to slow dance. When Mr. Kroot interrupts them, Steve takes the chance to show off his most scathing insults. Duncan Shields from Tronologically Speaking joins Rachel to talk about swing, Laurie’s reaction, and subversive and/or incomprehensible lyrics. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex...

No song for today’s episode but that doesn’t stop Duncan Shields of Tronologically Speaking from joining Rachel in finally seeing/appreciating American Graffiti and its nostalgia. Watch out for your hubcaps! On screen, Curt runs into an ex-girlfriend and Lucas inadvertently makes a perfect short film in the middle of his movie. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex Robinson Music by Chris Frain

“Smoke Gets in Your Eyes” by The Platters plays as Steve and Laurie turn a snowball dance into a spotlight dance. Jarf Harden from Joe vs the Minute and the upcoming Dazed and Confused 33 1/3 joins Rachel to talk about Laverne & Shirley, fake smiles, and how school dances have changed over the years. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex Robinson Music by Chris Frain

“Almost Grown” by Chuck Berry plays as Terry picks up Debbie —a woman who might not look like Connie Stevens but knows what kind of upholstery she wants. Rick & Julia Ingham from Mad Max Minute join Doris to talk about the definition of a “bitchin’ babe”, Debbie’s handling of catcalling, and their appreciation for a good V8. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex Robinson Music by Chris Frain

“The Great Imposter” by The Fleetwoods plays as Milner is pulled over by a cop and Terry becomes the first character to encounter Falfa. Jamie “the Archaeologist” from Radio Clash Revival joins Doris to talk about Harrison Ford, Han Solo, and Bob Falfa. Ok, ok, they also talk about race cars, the autobahn, and Lucas’s life as well. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex Robinson Music by Chris Frain

“Surfin’ Safari” by The Beach Boys plays as Milner disparages the new rock ‘n roll sound and gets to know Carol. Oh boss! Jon Parker from Bat Minute joins Doris to talk about the international reception of surf music and these realistic friend groups. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex Robinson Music by Chris Frain

“See You in September” by The Tempos plays as Mr Wolfe is pulled away by yet another female student and Curt is excited to see a white Thunderbird in the parking lot. Another Brit who’s never seen Amercian Graffiti is here as Darren Husted from Prince Track By Track joins Doris to talk about The Myth of the American Sleepover, Dazed and Confused, and why teen car culture never took off in England or Germany. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter...

“The Stroll” by The Diamonds plays as Curt strolls through his old high school. He talks with a former teacher who encourages Curt to push past his doubts and go off to college. But don’t like this guy too much—even Mr Wolfe knows his behavior towards his female students is no good! Actual teenager Luke Allen (from The Love, Rosie Podcast) joins Doris to talk about how quickly nostalgia for school kicks in after graduation and his love of DVDs. He traces the connections between this movie and...

“She’s So Fine” by Flash Cadillac & the Continental Kids (an original song!) plays as Steve and Laurie get into a fight at the school dance. Tabitha & Jonathan Carlisle from UHF 62nd joins Tierney to talk about locker combinations, life hacks, and if Cindy Williams could have played Princess Leia. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex Robinson Music by Chris Frain

“At the Hop” by Flash Cadillac & the Continental Kids plays as the camera introduces us to the dance, Laurie gossips in the bathroom with Kathleen Quinlan, and Steve borrows some makeup. Walt Murray from The Wilder Ride joins Tierney to talk about school dances, choreographer Toni Basil, and Lucas’s accidental feminist statement. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex Robinson Music by Chris Frain

“Fannie Mae” by Buster Brown plays as Terry the Toad turns a drag race into a fender bender and visits a car salesman with the coolest chair ever. Nick Jimenez from The Doctor’s Companion joins Tierney to talk about ‘70s filmmaker connections, women in Hollywood, and the things about being a teenager that never change. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex Robinson Music by Chris Frain

“That’ll Be The Day” by Buddy Holly plays as John gets to know Judy’s sister aka Carol aka Mackenzie Phillips in her feature film debut. Brett Stillo from 5 Minutes of Trouble joins Tierney to talk about driving down this same street, spotting George Lucas in a Taco Bell, and Dewey Weber t-shirts. Forget Montrose: today is all about Buddy Holly & the Crickets and the perfection that is a two-minute rock song. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on...

“Why Do Fools Fall In Love” by Frankie Lymon & the Teenagers plays as Curt spies his dream girl and Milner picks up a passenger. Chris Henry from Apollo 13 Minute joins Tierney to talk about his own cruising days and get romantic about machines. Come hang out at Mel’s Listeners’ Drive In on Facebook and @vcrprivileges on Twitter and Instagram Artwork by Alex Robinson Music by Chris Frain