TOPG Ep 55: Dirty Dancing
This week, we revisit Dirty Dancing (1987), the coming-of-age dance romance that made hearts race and boosted watermelon sales. With Patrick Swayze’s smooth moves, Jennifer Grey’s transformation, and one of the most iconic lift scenes in movie history, we ask: does this summer romance still sweep us off our feet, or is it stuck in the corner of 80s nostalgia? Let’s find out: Too Old or Pure Gold?
Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton
Co-Hosts: Will Corry, Jessica, Nicole
Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton
Co-Hosts: Will Corry, Jessica, Nicole
Creators and Guests
Host
Mathew Stockton
Mathew Stockton is co-host of Too Old or Pure Gold and the voice behind the acclaimed true crime podcast Dark Poutine. Known for his dry wit, sharp cultural takes, and unapologetic disdain for both Tom Cruise and David Hasselhoff, Mathew brings a grounded, no-nonsense edge to the show. Check Mathew out on Dark Poutine and follow his dog Steve at Steve_couldnt_leave
Host
Olen Vanderleeden
A Gen X creative whose career spans cannabis, clean tech, and media, but his real passion is stuck in a time warp somewhere between a VHS rental and a training montage. As the creator, producer, and co-host of Too Old or Pure Gold, Olen channels his lifelong love of 80s cinema, especially the high-kicking, synth-scored, gloriously weird corners of it, into a podcast that celebrates, critiques, and reexamines the movies that shaped a generation.
Guest
Jess
Jessica is the perfect blend of socialite glamour and genuine heart. Her honest reviews come from a place of real connection. She can relate to almost every character and brings a warmth that makes listeners feel like they’re chatting with a close friend. Her laugh is contagious, and her voice, mellifluous.
Guest
Pieter Vanderleeden
At 93, Pieter is the tireless heart of Pieter’s Plot Corner, watching and studying every film we cover, then delivering a brilliant and succinct plot summary for listeners who may not have seen (or survived) the movie in question. He missed a lot of these films in the '80s, but he’s catching up now, and loving (almost) every minute. Equally dedicated to the good and the awful, Pieter is an essential part of the podcast family and a fan favorite in his own right.
Guest
Will Corry
Will Corry is a stand-up comedian and the toughest critic on Too Old or Pure Gold. He doesn’t hand out compliments easily but if a movie wins Will over, it’s earned. Will’s razor-sharp takes and perfectly timed eye-rolls keep the rest of the panel honest.
