Sidetracks features hosts Joe Ramoni and Justin Johnson as they examine the historical landscape of cinema and pop-culture ephemera. Originally starting as the Almost Cult Classics podcast before rebranding, the show pairs deep-dive film analysis with a conversational look at the physical media era. The duo provides historical context for under-appreciated works and forgotten media history through recurring segments like Joe’s Shelf, where they highlight rare VHS and DVD finds. Their focus on industry legends is exemplified in the episodic series The Jerry Lewis Tapes, which utilizes archival footage to explore legacy comedy careers. They bridge the gap between historical documentary styles and modern interactive commentary by frequenting events like the Monster Mania horror convention to source material and engage with film enthusiasts. A recent highlight for the channel is the Celebrity Commercial Cavalcade Vol. III, which offers professional insight into rare advertising performances by Hollywood stars, proving their value as researchers of niche media history.