pop culture memory lane

How the Spin Doctors Cemented a Father-Son Bond

Comedian Joe Wengert was a nerdy kid who had little in common with his young, rowdy father except for a shared interest in music. So, when the Spin Doctors came to town — this after their “Two Princes” era, mind you — Wenger Sr. decided that attending the concert together would be the perfect bonding experience. And once the concert got going, he decided they could further connect with a little father-son vandalism. The ending to this installment of Vulture and UCB’s “Pop Culture Memory Lane” series is far more touching than you’d expect from a tale involving the “Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong” bunch, so make sure to check it out.

How the Spin Doctors Cemented a Father-Son Bond