Third Song In

Chris Derickson and Tom Polacek
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Two old friends from the 80s meet virtually to tell stories and discuss pop culture, then and now.

  1. 3D AGO

    R.I.P. - Top 5 Films of Rob Reiner

    For our Season 11 premiere, Tom and Chris salute film legend Rob Reiner, R.I.P. Check out the site for our Top 5 Rob Reiner films. Email us with questions, comments and suggestions at thirdsongin@gmail.com. Subscribe to our weekly blog at Third Song In | Third Song In - Tom Polacek | Substack Thanks for listening.

    49 min

  2. JAN 26

    The Simpsons - with Special Guest Joe Clemente

    100! 100! 100! Join Chris, Tom and very special guest, Joe Clemente, as they present the 100th episode of Third Song In! Join the boys as they discuss one of the most long-lived shows in the world of entertainment--The Simpsons. We discuss our favorite episodes and scenes, and draft the best characters from the show. You can find all things 3SI at www.thirdsonginpodcast.com. Thanks for listening for 100 episodes.

    1 hr

  3. JAN 19

    Caleb King - Build-A-Playlist

    Listen to Tom interview artist, musician and educator, Caleb King. Also go to the As Mentioned page at www.thirdsonginpodcast.com to find links to Caleb's art and music and to check out the special playlist, where Chris, Tom and Caleb create a list of "Songs That Saved Us." Email us with questions, comments and suggestions at thirdsongin@gmail.com. Thanks for listening.

    1h 15m

  4. JAN 12

    Watching the Detectives

    Chris and Tom discuss film and TV detective shows and draft their favorite on-screen detectives. Look for the draft results on social media and at www.thirdsonginpodcast.com. Find out blog on Substack at Third Song In | Third Song In - Tom Polacek | SubstackDownload, rate and review us wherever you listen to your podcasts! Thanks for listening.

    46 min

  5. JAN 5

    Coach Larry Kindbom - Build-A-Playlist

    Former Washington University head football coach Larry Kindbom joins Chris and Tom to discuss his new book and his 3-decade (and counting) career coaching football at all levels. Find links, dates and details for Larry and all our other guests at: As Mentioned. Rate and review the podcast wherever you listen to it and subscribe to our blog at: Third Song In | Third Song In - Tom Polacek | Substack Thanks for listening.

    1h 9m

  6. 12/29/2025

    The 2025 Eggie Awards

    It's time for the Second Annual Eggie Awards! In this episode, Tom and Chris will be handling out the Eggies for the best (and worst) of the podcast and the world for the year. You can find all things 3SI at Third Song In Podcast. Subscribe to the 3SI blog at Third Song In | Third Song In - Tom Polacek | Substack Thanks for listening this year.

    1h 5m

  7. 12/22/2025

    Bar Keeping

    Join Chris and Tom as they trade tales from their bartending days in the 80s. You can find plenty of other content, including this week's Staff Picks, at www.thirdsonginpodcast.com. Read our blog at https://substack.com/@tompolacek Email us your questions, comments and suggestions at thirdsongin@gmail.com Thanks for listening.

    1h 1m

  8. 12/15/2025

    Tim Seeley - Build-A-Playlist

    Join Chris and Tom as they interview prolific and talented comics creator, Tim Seeley. Tim joins your podcasters in curating a brand-new special playlist and talks comics with the boys, especially Tom. Find the special playlist under "As Mentioned" at www.thirdsonginpodcast.com. Email us at thirdsongin@gmail.com and read our blog at Third Song In | Third Song In - Tom Polacek | SubstackThanks for listening.

    57 min
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About

Two old friends from the 80s meet virtually to tell stories and discuss pop culture, then and now.

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  • Creator
    Chris Derickson and Tom Polacek
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Chris Derickson and Tom Polacek
  • Show Website
    Third Song In