A media collective founded by Phil Sorenson and Josh Kok. The Pop Culture Punk ethic draws from a combination of pop culture fandom and a fresh punk attitude. Our goal is to talk about pop culture in a way that celebrates, critiques, and questions all of our favorite media, while at the end of the d…
How will King and Chad resolve the fight with the teacher? Will the players figure out who are the bullies? Will they fulfill their contract to Little Timmy? Find out on part 2 of Sucky Supers! If you'd like to check out a recent short story Josh finished, head over to https://popculturepunks.wixsite.com/pcpp! Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks
In this experimental episode of the podcast, Josh and his wild family take on his fictional Table Top RPG world of Sucky Supers. Follow Chad, King, and Cody as they navigate being the only three super heroes in the world, but very sucky ones at that. (Apologies for any strange audio dips or plosives; this was a pretty run and gun recording set up!) If you'd like to check out a recent short story Josh finished, head over to https://popculturepunks.wixsite.com/pcpp! Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks
In this weird COVID situation, Josh, Phil, and Zach practice proper social distancing and play pick 3, go on a wild tangent started by the good place, and rant about Neon Genesis Evangelion. If you'd like to check out a recent short story Josh finished, head over to popculturepunks.com/writing! Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh are joined by Zach to cover some pop culture recommendations and discuss the hit award winning film Parasite. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh provide an end of month news wrap-up for January and rant about the latest Star Wars film: Rise of Skywalker. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
That Boy Young Zach joins Josh and Phil to take a look back on Pop Culture in 2019, make some Star Wars predictions, and dip hard right into a discussion on passion projects and creative writing. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh share their new plan going forward for the podcast, some new passion projects they are chasing, and what they really think of the new Pokemon games. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh discuss the Pokemon Sword and Shield controversies, the podcast Dungeons and Dads, The Outer Worlds, Disney Plus, Zelda: Link's Awakening, and the recent Samuel L. Jackson film Shaft. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
In the momentous 100th episode of the podcast, Phil and Josh discuss the narrative variations between the Philip Dick short story "We Can Remember It for You Wholesale," the two films it inspired, and how the three differ from each other. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh discuss the recent hit, controversial film, Joker. [SPOILERS] Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
In the final episode of 80s October, Phil and Josh discuss John Carpenter's 80s hit horror film, The Thing. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh dive deep into the complex characters and philosophy present in the award winning comic Watchmen. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh have a chill discussion about the 1980s version of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cartoon. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh are joined by their friend and 80s Metal mega-fan Brad to discuss the shift in music culture from the 80s to the present, what they like about 80s music, and their opinion on music nostalgia. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh read deep in between the lines and panels of the comic Tokyo Ghost. From how tech influences society, to wrestling with personal demons, the Punks discuss the comic's very vulgar, yet profound commentary on the potentially not-so-distant future. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Josh finally gets his chance to rant and rave about his favorite show ever: Attack on Titan. Phil and Josh share some of their favorites moments, characters, and predictions for the series conclusion next fall. Shout out to our pal J-Bus for the recommendation! Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh are late to the pit by a long shot, but that didn't matter as they both loved watching Pulp Fiction for the first time. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh recount their amazing first time @TheShrekfest, chat about the Disney vs. Sony drama, and get hyped on the dope line-up of Disney+ shows! Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh discuss difficulty in video games. Do we like them? What was the hardest game we ever completed? Is it shameful to play games on easy? All these questions and more are answered! Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
3 years later, Phil finally sat down to watch Stranger Things, and so here we are. The crew discuss the hit Netflix show and all that they have enjoyed about following the adventures of the Hawkins' gang. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Josh and Zach sit down after Zach's year studying abroad in Japan. He talks about his time learning fighting games and meeting some of the top Guilty Gear players in the world. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh shoot the breeze about some of the recent pop culture they've enjoyed: The Tick S1, the novel Scythe, Fire Emblem: 3 Houses, the band Fever 333, Dollars Trilogy, Tarantino films, the manga Monster, and the new Amazon Prime show The Boys. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh are joined by Cubic Shenanigans podcast host, Dan Bears, to dive into the deep questions and themes of Blade Runner 2049. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh are joined by college friend and listener Altonio to discuss Pokemon Sword and Shield news, updates around the new Joker film, and poor EA feeling bad about themselves... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh discuss the second Tom Holland Spidey film: Spider-Man: Far From Home. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh discuss the Game of the Year winning PS4 title: God of War. We dive into the game's fluid game play, realistic characters, and incredible storytelling. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh dive into the war film depicting the life of Desmond Doss: Hacksaw Ridge. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh geek out over the many awesome (at least to them!) E3 2019 game announcements. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh discuss Steven Spielberg's comments regarding streaming-only film eligibility for the Oscars, how he was wrongly understood, and where he missed the mark on the current state of the cinema for the average movie go-er. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Phil and Josh discuss the story telling techniques and creative elements they believe are behind the success of the John Wick franchise. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
Josh and Phil are joined by Imperius Rex! to talk comics, reactions to Captain Marvel, the Hellboy movie, and what comic properties they'd like to see on the big screen. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Submit feedback, questions, or topics at popculturepunks.com/contact. Support the show via Redbubble or Threadless at popculturepunks.com/merch.
With the ending of the momentous Game of Thrones and some of the controversy surrounding the latest few seasons, Phil and Josh discuss their personal approach to creative analysis and how that influences their discussion of media. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh dive deep into Sean Gordon Murphy's Batman: White Knight comic run. Each Day-Another Dream Tonight: https://spoti.fi/2HknlZ3 Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
What's the deal with live service games? Are they destroying the game industry? How could the Anthem fiasco happen? Phil and Josh take their best shot discussing the Games as a Service model. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh discuss what they thought of Avengers: Endgame and revel in their 10 year journey in the MCU. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh discuss the animated DC film Batman Ninja: what they liked, what they didn't, and what they would change. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh discuss the 2018 PS4 hit: Spider-Man! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh share some posi-vibes after seeing Shazam! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh discuss the Finnish superhero Rendel and his first film: Some things we liked, some we didn't, and some hopes for future Rendel action. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh discuss the anime to film adaptations of Death Note and Ghost in the Shell. Spoiler: Not too many posi vibes... Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson @jkinpopculture Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh are joined by Tilt Master Chris to discuss Ready Player One: Book vs. Movie. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @iamphilsorenson Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh discuss the new MCU film Captain Marvel: what they liked, what has them worried, and what has them excited for Avengers: Endgame and future Captain Marvel films. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @jkinpopculture, @iamphilsorenson Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh talk nostalgia, the upcoming 2019 Pokemon games, and three video game film adaptations: Assassin's Creed, Super Mario Bros, and Tomb Raider. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @jkinpopculture, @iamphilsorenson Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh close out the month of love with a talk about writing, some dope music jams, and the Xbox 360's impact on the console gaming world today. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @jkinpopculture, @iamphilsorenson Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
The Punks answer an email, Phil does some more impressions, Zach talks fighting games, and Josh vehemently defends Far Cry: New Dawn. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @jkinpopculture, @iamphilsorenson, @CSanpellegrino, @ChrisoftheVast Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
In this love filled episode, Phil and Josh are joined by their wives, Evan and Gloria, to talk teacher stories, take a quiz, and dive into some tough questions! Shout out to our lovely, supportive Mrs! We love you
This week, Phil and Josh sit down with Isaac of Orchid Whales to talk music, learning from Youtube, and whether or not boy bands will come back in 2020! Orchid Whales on Spotify Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @jkinpopculture, @iamphilsorenson, @CSanpellegrino, @ChrisoftheVast Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh discuss the Anthem closed demo and the Gears of War franchise. Shout out to Dom, the bravest Gear who ever lived... Tune in next week for our talk with Isaac of Orchid Whales! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @jkinpopculture, @iamphilsorenson, @CSanpellegrino, @ChrisoftheVast Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh discuss statements made by Bill Maher in November 2018 following Stan Lee's death. Tune in next week for our discussion on the Gears of War franchise! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @jkinpopculture, @iamphilsorenson, @CSanpellegrino, @ChrisoftheVast Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
Phil and Josh get stoked on all the games and movies hitting pop culture in 2019. Shout out to Bungie for their newly found independence from Activision! Tune in next week as we discuss Bill Maher's 2018 comments regarding Stan Lee and adults enjoying pop culture! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @jkinpopculture, @iamphilsorenson, @CSanpellegrino, @ChrisoftheVast Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ
SPOILERS: [00:53:00-01:37:00] In this episode, Phil and Josh discuss Aquaman and Into the Spider-Verse. Shout out to 2 great films to close out the year! Tune in next week for our 2019 hype and predictions! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @jkinpopculture, @iamphilsorenson, @CSanpellegrino, @ChrisoftheVast Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram: @popculturepunks Send your emails to popculturepunks@gmail.com Merch: Redbubble-http://rdbl.co/2EhzSxH Threadless-https://bit.ly/2CHyrYZ