Live and Active Pop Culture is your pop culture probiotic, it helps you process the weeks events in pop culture! Every other week Dane and his assistant co-host Derek provide their unqualified opinion and have a funny discussion about the weekly happenings in the world of TV, movies, trends, music a…
We continue our quarantine recordings with a brand new episode. We talk all things quarantine food delivery, we get to the bottom of what the hell Quibi is, and we talk about some of our weekly faves. We're glad to be back! Thanks for listening!
We're finally back, and podcasting in these UNPRECEDENTED TIMES. We give updates on our lives, talk all things quarantine culture and talk about what culture we've been consuming to get through the long days. We're glad to be back, and in your danged ears! Follow us on Twitter: @LAPCPod Insta: @LAPCPod Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
We're back with another supersized episode talking about it all- we cover Coachella, we talk about our weekly faves and coolest guys, we do a brand new Snack Attack, we play what's in the hat. ALL OF IT. We also dive deep in on "National Days" and finally, we engage with someone on instagram! Follow us on Twitter: @LAPCPod Insta: @LAPCPod Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
It has been a crazy few weeks in pop culture, and we are here to talk about it all. Pete Davidson's newest romantic partner, Abducted in Plain Sight, and the phenomenon of having two documentaries about the same thing. We also talk about Kirsten's recent trip to southern california and try our most popular snack item ever. Follow us on Twitter: @LAPCPod Gram us: @LAPCPod Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
It's our favorite time of year here at LAPC- the Oscars! We talk through the best (and most so-so) movies of the year, the nominated acting performances and the have a thrilling debate about the nominees for best song. We also have a movie themed snack attack and talk about our weekly faves. Follow us on instagram: @lapcpodcast Tweet us: @LAPCPodcast Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
We're back again with another episode, coming hot out of the gate. We've got a pre-show TRIPLE beef, aka the Big Montana. We talk about the disgrace of Rent live, the superbowl halftime show and have a fun Snack Attack. We also discuss each of our five most influential television shows, and give our weekly picks for coolest guy at the water cooler and weekly fave. Follow us on Instagram: @liveandactivepopculture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Tweet us: @LAPCPod
We're back from an unintended holiday hiatus and we are covering all of the biggest things- the Oscar nominations, the Golden Globes, Masked Singer, "Celebrity Big Brother", Pantone Color of the year. We also discuss our predictions for the new year, talk about what has been cancelled in the TV world and do an interesting snack test. Follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
WE're back with a very late, very new episode of the podcast. We recorded this some time ago, so don't worry about the fact we mention Halloween costumes, yes we realize it's almost thanksgiving. We give our thoughts on fall TV, our coolest guy at the water cooler and we introduce a new segment. Follow us on Twitter: @landApopculture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
The whole gang is back together and we cover it all- we talk business ideas, new subscription box possibilities, we talk recipe disasters, circle stick outs and which brand of cheese puffs is superior. We also give our weekly faves and talk about coolest guy at the water cooler. It's lit y'all! Follow us on Twitter: @landapopculture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
It's that time again. Days are getting shorter and kids are going back to school and that can only mean one thing- it's time to pick this years Diet Sunkist Song of the Summer. But first, we talk about subscription boxes and kick the show off with two preshow beefs- don't return your peaches to the grocery store y'all! Follow us on Twitter- @LandAPopCulture Email us- liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us- facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
After an extended hiatus the gang is back and crazier than ever. We catch up on everyone's current journeys, make nominations for song of the summer and figure out what's going on with all of these fast engagements in Hollywood. Then, we talk about our summer faves. Follow us on twitter: @landapopculture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
A lot going on since we last delivered a hot new ep to you! We're mid olympics, prepping for the Oscars and of course we unpack Stormi Webster. Later, we give an update on Celebrity Big Brother and what we think of the short format. We also play whats in the hat and give our weekly faves! Follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
We're down Caitlin for the day, so things obviously get weird. WE talk about rebranding, smell the new Chobani yogurt cups, and recall particularly horrible trips to the dentist. We also discuss the Tide pod challenge, Google Arts and Culture and the arrival of Chicago West. Follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
It's officially 2018 and we are still here bringing you some hot new content! This week we talk about our predictions and the new trends for 2018, give a few movie reviews and also discuss our holidays and the idea of white elephant exchanges. Finally, we talk about the coolest things you should be talking about at the water cooler and give our weekly faves. Follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Email Us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
It's episode 60 of LAPC and it's officially the holiday season. On this weeks episode, we discuss Raising Cane's latest holiday promotion, Dane's Black Friday experience, and then we give our favorite things list to help you with your holiday prep. Categories range from favorite health and beauty item, to favorite gadget, to favorite McDonald's menu selection. Follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
It's episode 59, and we are feeling just fine. We talk about the Sexiest Man Alive debacle, Derek talks cookie preferences, and the worst gifts we ever received. We also talk about the week in pop culture, our favorite things of the week, and the coolest topics to take with you to work. Hey- follow us on Twitter! @LandAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveaandactivepopculture
It's episode 58 and we are just feeling great. This week, we discuss fall TV winners and losers, Kirsten tells a story about a window and we unpack the Kathy Griffin/Andy Cohen feud. We also talk about Kevin Spacey's rapid decline and Oprah's Favorite Things list. Oh, and yeah, we do talk about the Lion King cast announcement that absolutely rocked us to our respective cores. Hey follow us on Twitter will ya? @LandAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
We're back in the fall spirit talking about pop culture halloween costumes, the perfect lunch and Taylor Swift's newest tunes. We also discuss the current season of SNL, the fake Milania Trump controversy and we eat some snacks. Hey, follow us on Twitter will ya? @LandAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Visit our facebook page: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
Another week, and another Kardashian is pregnant! The gang is all here to talk about the Emmy's, the new slate of Apple products and the latest in Kardashian pregnancy. Edit- No more than one day after the recording of this podcast, another Kardashian has announced a pregnancy. We also talk about the movies we recently have seen, Derek talks about his vision for the podcast studio, and we are joined by our "intern" Amy. Also Kirsten tells an incredible story about what she did on Friday night. Tweet us: @LandAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
It's another hot and fresh episode of LAPC comin atcha. We talk about T. Swift's new song and vid, the VMAs, and Kirsten beefs out at the beginning on novelty license plates. We also do our annual fall TV preview and dog on all of the worst upcoming shows. Follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
We finally reveal the official Diet Sunkist Song of the Summer while drinking some Diet Sunkist. We also talk about Target's big changes, Caitlin talks about her upcoming trip to a Lady Gaga concert, and Derek reveals his favorite unused Facebook feature. We also talk back to college time, and give our weekly faves. Check us out on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
It's been a few weeks, so we do a rapid fire discussion of recent topics. We talk about Beyonce's twins REAL names, whether Taylor Swift travels around in a suitcase and Michael Phelps racing a great white shark. We also discuss two song of the summer nominees, Dane gives two new types of movie reviews and Kirsten tells of her adventures around the state. Finally, we share our coolest guys and weekly faves. Hey, check us out on Twitter will ya? @LandAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
It's all about celebrity feuds this week, and coincidentally Dane and Kirsten feud over the new song of the summer! Kirsten tells us all about her Christmas in July plans, Caitlin quizzes the crew on celeb feuds, and clues us in on the Blac Chyna situation, and Dane endorses a new hair product. Check us out on facebook: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture Tweet us: @landAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
It's a new season of Big Brother with a bunch of lunatics- we pick them and make teams out of them- check it out!
It's a brand new week in the LAPC basement, and the world is up to their usual nonsense. We talk about the latest celebrity births, Kirsten guesses the names of Beyonce's twins, and then we do a deep dive on two strong song of the summer candidates. Dane also recounts a La Croix related run in and Caitlin is right about the year a song came out (surprise). Hey follow us on Twitter why don'tcha?- @LandAPopCulture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
It's a momentous 50th episode here at LAPC and we'd love to tell you we planned something special, but we didn't. Instead, we talk about summer movies, TV and music we are going to be tuning into, we talk about what in the world is going on with Katy Perry and address the internet phenomenon, Covfefe (we know, we're late to the party on this one again). Thanks for listening, here's to another 50 episodes of LAPC! Follow us on twitter: @landapopculture Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
It's a new week and a new LAPC. We talk about the latest TV renewals and cancellations, get to the bottom of what Ryan Seacrest is up to and play with a fidget spinner (spoiler alert- Dane confiscates it). We also play Derek doesn't know the words, explain the Fitbit in What's in the Hat and talk about our weekly faves. Also, Kirsten calls in and Derek attempts to prank her! Follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Email Us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook Us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
In our fifth pop culture club special, we discuss the hit podcast from the producers of Serial and This American Life- S-Town. We talk about the effectiveness of the story telling, the primary themes in the show and how this podcast might change the genre. We also discuss how this podcast relates to another similar podcast, Missing Richard Simmons, and how we would qualify this genre. Follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Email Us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook Us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
We are back y'all and we are talking crap about Starbucks and the unicorn frappuccino. Caitlin tells us her tale of trying to get a unicorn frap all morning, Kirsten recounts all of the liquids she has drank in the last 15 minutes and Dane explains his beef with the Starbuck drive thru. We also talk about the finale of Girls, play "what's in the hat!?", coolest guy at the water cooler and Kirsten tries to name as many of the Real Housewives as she can. Also, we have a surprise guest! Follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Facebook Us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture Email Us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
After another EXTENSIVE hiaitus we’re back again. We recap our Oscars experience, discuss this season of DWTS, Caitlin tells us about two movies she has recently seen, what exactly is going on with Jon Gosselin and Mama June, the inevitable Trading Spaces revival and Kirsten tells us a story about a Clementine orange on an airplane. Later, we give you our weekly faves! Follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
Just in time for Sunday's show, it's our annual Oscar special! We talk about the major categories and nominations, we talk about whether La La Land actually deserves all of its nominations. We also catch up on all of the news since last week including Beyonce's pregnancy announcement, the Grammys controversy, Gaga at the Super bowl, etc. Follow us on Twitter: @landapopculture Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
This week we give you a round up of pop culture stories- from inauguration fashion to movie reviews we cover it all. We also play a great round of coolest guy, weekly faves and find out if Derek knows what it means to read someone or who Zendaya is. Also, everyone was pretty hungry when recording this episode, so there is a LOT of talk about pizza. Follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
WE'RE BACK! and better than ever. In this weeks episode, we discuss everything that has happened since our last episode (which was before the election, btw) including, but not limited to: Rob and Chyna, the return of America's Next Top Model, Gilmore Girls, Full House, Mid-season TV premieres, Kanye's meltdown, the beginning of award season and finally, Mariah Carey's NYE performance. Then, we make our predictions for what is going to be hot in 2017, give some coolest guy at the water cooler tips and tell you about our weekly faves. Find us on Twitter: @landapopculture Facebook Us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture Email Us: Liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
In our fourth pop culture club, we discuss the CBS special docuseries- "The Case Of: Jonbenet Ramsey". We share our thoughts on the show, the case as a whole and on the major moment true crime is having right now. Finally, we share our predictions about who committed this murder and discuss whether pineapple with milk is a good snack. What did you think of the show? Follow our twitter for cryin out loud!: @LandAPopCulture Facebook Us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture Email Us: Liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
After an extensive hiatus, we are finally back in the basement! On this weeks episode we talk about the hottest Halloween costumes, follow up on Fall TV, and Caitlin explains what really went down with Kim K in Paris. We also talk about Westworld, give our weekly faves and Kirsten tells a story about a horse. Then, she does a parrot impression. Enjoy!! Follow us on twitter: @LandAPopCulture Facebook Us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture Email Us: Liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com And as always, tell your friends about our show and give us an iTunes rating!
In this weeks new episode of LAPC, we talk fall TV, the new iPhone update everyone hates, Kirsten shares a story about her hometown mayor and Derek tells us about his new dog. Dane gives the heaviest sigh ever and tells us why he can't stand seeing Kevin James get a new TV vehicle. Finally, we do a thrilling round of a new segment- "Coolest Weekly Faves". Get ready for our next culture club episode by tuning in to all of the new JonBenet Ramsey coverage- we'll be talking about the CBS special: "The Case Of: JonBenet Ramsey". Follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Email Us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com And find us on Facebook: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
It's time to celebrate the official Diet Sunkist Song of the Summer! We announce and analyze this year's official nominees, list some pros and cons and discuss their permanence. We also talk about Caitlin's attempt at a dog slumber party, Kirsten tries to turn Panda by Desiigner into a jazz standard and try to figure out what was going on at the VMAs. Also, apparently chokers are back! If you haven't done so already, remember to rate and subscribe on iTunes, it helps other listeners find our show! Follow us on twitter: @landapopculture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
It's another Pop Culture Club episode and Andy, Dane and Kirsten discuss the new film, "Don't Think Twice" written and directed by Mike Birbiglia. We discuss the rules of improv and how they apply to life, the conflict that can arise when everyone doing the same thing doesn't have the same goals and what happens when someone tells you that you don't have "it". We also talk about why this movie, and 89 minutes was the perfect length. For updates on the next Pop Culture Club selections, follow us on Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Email Us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com or Facebook Us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
It's that time again, and some of us here at LAPC have olympic fever! We discuss our thoughts on the big stories out of Rio, the breakout stars and why Derek doesn't care about any of it. We also get Caitlin to breakdown her outlet shopping procedure, we get two new nominations for song of the summer, a Big Brother update and we play a rousing game of Derek doesn't know the words, with his self proclaimed "favorite song of the year". Finally, Kirsten gives a very special shoutout to our newest listener. Have you subscribed on iTunes yet? Well why not? Tweet us: @liveandactivepopculture Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
It's another edition of the Live and Active Pop Culture Club and we discuss Ghostbusters! We make comparisons to the original, talk about the controversy surrounding this film, the plot and standout actors (all hail Kate McKinnon!) and end with a discussion about the future of the reboot and the cinematic landscape. Did you see Ghostbusters? Let us know what you thought! Email: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Tweet: LandAPopCulture Facebook: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
Another week, another major cultural phenomenon- we're talking about Pokemon Go of course! Has there ever been as huge of an app/social media/general attitude take over? We also talk about when Kirsten went to see Finding Dory, Taylor Swift Swedish pen name and announce our next pop culture club selection! (It's Ghostbusters, and it's coming in August.) What do you think about Pokemon Go? Will it still be cool after the Olympics start? Let us know! Tweet: @LandAPopCulture Email: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
In our very first pop culture club episode, we discuss The Circle by Dave Eggers. Dane and Kirsten are joined by Andy and Alison to discuss the merits of this book, the technology discussed and the way the characters and plot develop. We also come to a conclusion about whether we actually liked this book! Next month, we will all be going to see Ghostbusters, so make sure to head to the theater and check it out! Make sure to follow us on Twitter for more pop culture club updates: @LandAPopCulture Facebook us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture or Email us with your thoughts and ideas: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
It's another new episode of LAPC and it's a very special day. This week, we welcome Pete Chaunce's former landlord/Dane's current father to the basement to participate in an extra special game of "Derek Doesn't Know About Pop Culture". We also try Burger King's "Mac and Cheetos", we here about Caitlin's recent fine dining experience and Derek previews a very special upcoming segment. Let us know how you would've done on this week's pop culture quiz by: Tweeting Us: @landapopculture Emailing Us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebooking Us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture Be sure to subscribe and rate us on iTunes! 'Til Next Week!
Well, the season has started off with a bang and we are here to tell you about our thoughts on the new twists this summer, the cast of returners selected and how our fantasy teams are doing. Dane and Caitlin discuss the live feeds, the pixel punishment and the prospect of a pre-jury buy back. Let us know what you think- how are your fantasy teams doing? Are you enjoying the season? Tweet Us: @LandAPopCulture Email Us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Facebook Us: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
This week on LAPC we talk we're joined by our good friend Jen to talk about social media etiquette! Do you think you're posting too much? too little? Find out by listening us complain for an hour! We also talk about Taylor Swift's new boyfriend and whether we'll get a new album out of this latest breakup, why Dane hasn't started The Circle and we revisit the whereabouts of Richard Simmons. Make sure to let us know what you think about social media etiquette! Email: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Twitter: @LandAPopCulture Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
It's summer time again and that means it is time for our favorite summer obsession- Big Brother! In this episode, we complete our BB18 fantasy draft, we talk about the new cast members and their potential to win the game and finally talk about our theories and ideas about this season. We love Big Brother here at LAPC and hope that you can share in our summer obsession. Want to play along with our BB fantasy draft? Let us know who you would draft! Email us: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Tweet us: @LandAPopCulture Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture
Another new episode of LAPC? Well it must be your lucky day! In this episode we discuss why why Dane was angry at an aphasia awareness walk, Derek attempts to call Sunkist's help line, and we talk about our choices of things that need to be retired from pop culture. Caitlin also explains why Bieber is in trouble, we figure out what facebook live is and why the Chewbacca lady is relevant and the important announcement that Disney movies will soon be coming to Netflix. We also make a couple of HUGE announcements- First- we are excited to announce the Live and Active Pop Culture Club- where we take in a bit of content each month and devote a mini episode to discussing that. Our choice for June is the book "The Circle" by Dave Eggers, soon to be a movie starring Emma Watson. We will be recording an episode discussing our thoughts in early July- so get on it! Second- we are again doing our Big Brother fantasy league, but are devoting multiple mini episodes to our discussions of BB18- so be looking for those soon as the show starts June 22! Have you followed us on Twitter yet? @LandAPopCulture You could also email or facebook us if you have any great ideas for segments, questions for the culture club or thoughts you want us to discuss- liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
Well, we've finally resolved the great snack debate of 2016- Derek got his wish and we are munching on popsicles during this episode. We discuss our 2015-2016 pop culture superlatives (think yearbook) as well as Caitlin's second summer job that involves selling junk on a consignment website. We also get a review of Captain America from Derek, find out what is going on with Kirsten's windows and Kirsten gives us the SECOND nomination for the LAPC Diet Sunkist Song of the Summer. Big announcements are coming soon! Be sure to stay up to date on everything by following us on Twitter: @landApopculture Or you could send us an email with your thoughts: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
That's right folks- Beyonce dropped a surprise visual album and we of course had to talk about it. We also talk about what everyone's least favorite Disney movie is (lookin at you Fox and the Hound), we touch base with Pete Chaunce after a disastrous producer's meeting and find out why Caitlin is wearing scuba gear to Jazzercize. Have you followed us on Twitter? You should- @LandAPopCulture You could also email us- liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com Until next time!
It's a two week late episode of LAPC about April fool's day pranks! (Whoops). WE also get into Derek's new found love of the Amazon Dash button, Kirsten's olive oil tasting experience and Caitlin's newest emoji app (hint- it has a lot of egg plants in it.) We finally round up the show with coolest guy, what's in the hat, and weekly faves! Don’t forget to rate and subscribe in iTunes! Our twitter: @LandAPopCulture Our facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture Our email: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com
After a long hiatus, Derek is back in the basement, but now we're down Kirsten. These contract disputes are getting out of hand! This week, we discuss what is going on with Richard Simmons, how Selena Gomez is the center of the pop culture universe and hear about the new animals Derek learned about in his time off. We also play a round of Derek doesn't know the words and what's in the hat? Finally, we share our weekly faves! Don’t forget to rate and subscribe in iTunes! Our twitter: @LandAPopCulture Our facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveandactivepopculture Our email: liveandactivepopculture@gmail.com