In this episode, we rate the summer’s pop culture happenings. Join us as we share the binge-worthy shows and beach-read books we’ve been consuming, as well as the cringeworthy celebrity behavior and viral trends we love to hate. Plus, Jamie is back from vacation with cruise-themed rapid red lights.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/615Get one of our amazing Digital Collection Bundles for just $5 at knoxandjamie.shopToasted: Margo’s Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe | Fever Beach by Carl Hiaasen | Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ’s Childhood Pal by Christopher Moore | The Bear S4 Roasted: Natalie Portman & John Strasinski | Michelle Yeoh | Jurassic World: Rebirth Ghosted: Brad Pitt non-apologies | Jeff Bezos’ Wedding | Plastic Surgery Disclosure TrendRapid Red Light Cruise Edition: Audacity (see also: CLT, Mah Jong rules, Canadian Exchange Rate) | Banana Boats Green Lights:Jamie: book - The Irresistible Urge To Fall For Your Enemy by Brigitte KnightleyKnox: book - The Compound by Aisling RawleEpisode sponsors: Boll & Branch | Hungryroot (code: POPCAST)| Factor (code: POPCAST50OFF) | Gabb Wireless Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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614: Independence Day Deep Dive
In this episode, we revisit our Cinema Sidepiece on 1996’s patriotic classic, Independence Day. Join us as we discuss the movie's firework-worthy wins and fizzled-out failures. Plus, Knox shares the epic movie moment that has stuck with him all these years. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/614Follow us on Instagram @thepopcast and share your thoughts on this episode Just Watch: Independence Day See Also: Wikipedia | IMDb | Rotten Tomatoes Deeper Diving: Boomer the Dog | The Speech | Bill Pullman IMDb | Fact Check: Dolphin Jewelry Resurgence | “Patricia” popularity | Honest Trailer | The SequelReminder: Bechdel Test | Latif TestBonus segment: Join our new Patreon tier to listen ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content our Cinema Sidepieces and Pilot Programs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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613: Propaganda We're Not Falling For Preview
In this episode, we’re jumping on the TikTok bandwagon and reacting to (hurtful) listener comments on the propaganda we’re just not falling for! From outrageous accusations about Jonathan Bailey’s hotness to controversial takes on the authenticity of audiobooks as “reading,” we’re reaching across the aisle, holding space for hot takes and sometimes calling out the haters. Plus, Knox and Jamie share some middle-aged-themed green lights.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/613Follow us on instagram @thepopcast for extra Popcast goodness and our weekly #popcastsmk’s and fun themed posts!Explainer: Propaganda I’m Not Falling For | The Comments Mentions: Jonathan Bailey in Flip Flops | Set It Up on Netflix | A Hard Row to Hoe | The Harry Potter CollectionDrive-bys: The Bear S4 | Strategic Vunerability Ring Light | Labubus | Marjorie Taylor GreeneThanks to our Masters of Bait: @mrskparkhurst, @mag_voo, @katielcurry Bonus segment: Join our new Patreon tier to listen ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content. Episode sponsors: Wildgrain (code: POPCAST) | Olive & June | Splendid (code: POPCAST) | Gabb Wireless (code: POPCAST) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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612: Katy & Orlando Relationship Rumors, Will Smith’s Career Choices and Sabrina’s Rolling Stone Cover
In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including the rumors surrounding the future of Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom’s relationship, Will Smith’s recent career moves, and the buzz around Sabrina Carpenter’s Rolling Stone cover. Plus, Knox and Erin react to Jamie’s Materialists spoiler. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/612Listen to our latest Pilot Program on Felicity and so much more! Check out Patreon with a 7-day trial at knoxandjamie.com/patreon. Katy Perry & Orlando Bloom: space trip, “concert tour”, split rumors | Deep Cover | KP Superbowl Performance | MSC Cruises Will Smith: Pretty Girls (see also: new album) & Passing on Inception | IMDb Sabrina Carpenter Rolling Stone Cover: Interview | New Album coverRed Light minefield: Materialists - spoiler alert: approx 52:16 | Traitors S4 Cast ListGreen lights:Jamie: tv - #1 Happy Family USA | book - Ring Shout by P. Djèlí ClarkKnox: book - Heartwood by Amity Gaige Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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611: Bad Dads in Pop Culture
In this episode, we’re discussing bad dads in pop culture. From animated disasters to prestige TV nightmares, we’re ranking and ranting through the overbearing control freaks, the mysteriously absent father figures, the ones who really tried but just didn’t have the range, and the toxic legends that make your own awkward family barbecue look like a ‘90s sitcom finale.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/611We’ve restocked and added even more goodness to knoxandjamie.shop. Get shopping today and snag our Twister Deep Dive episode for free!Dad Goals: Tony Micelli | Dr. Jason SeaverOverbearing: King Triton | MarlinAbsentee: Reese Bobby | MufasaVillain: Darth Vader | AdamIdiot: Ozzy Osbourne | Wayne SzalinskiToxic Legend: Shakespeare dads | Bryan MillsExceptional: Daniel Hillard | Joel | Cassian Andor Red Light Mentions: Passenger Princess Jamie | Ember Coffee Mugs (NOT AN AD)Green lights:Jamie: movie - The Ballad of Wallis IslandKnox: book - Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy (see also: Knox’s Father’s Day Gift Guide & Reading Guide) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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