Growin' Up Rock

Steven Michael and co-host Sonny "Hollywood" Pooni have built Growin' Up Rock into a weekly staple for fans of hard rock and heavy metal who grew up in the 1980s and 1990s. The show has been running since 2017, has 648 episodes, and holds a 4.6-star rating from 100 reviewers. The core format is a Sunday main episode covering album reviews, band spotlights, and music history, supplemented by shorter "Friday Quick Fix" bonus episodes that run about 15 minutes. Their recurring segments have become fan favorites: "The 250 List" highlights underrated bands from the era, "When Rock Ruled The Charts" breaks down historical chart data, and "Hollywood's Private Collection" features Sonny showing off rock memorabilia. Recent episodes include a deep track-by-track breakdown of Journey's Raised On Radio, a Metallica vs. Megadeth album battle, and an Ace Frehley celebration with heavy listener participation. What listeners consistently praise is the hosts' straightforward delivery. They don't do bits or impressions—they just talk about rock music with genuine knowledge and obvious affection. The show also connects with its audience through a Facebook group called the "Loud Minority" and regularly features listener submissions. Part of the Pantheon podcast network.