Pop N Circumstance

What is masculinity? From Himbos to Cinema Bros, we discuss the duality of man and why we have a complicated relationship with all things the world considers "masculine."

There's so much to see!! And there's nothing like the communal experience of moviegoing and smelling the Taco Bell burrito Eva snuck into the theater. No matter how expensive the tickets and popcorn get, we'll always return to the silver screen.

If you're familiar with the terms "lemons," "Alphas," and "slow burns" this episode is for you! Emily and (mostly) Eva talk about the grip fanfiction has on pop culture and why we salute the 13 to 40-something-year-old ladies who fulfill our imaginations with stories of our favorite characters and celebrities.

Happy Halloween! We're taking a trip down memory lane with a brief history of LGBTQIA Halloween culture, and we chat about what we do during Spooky Season. Stay safe and have fun!

Aaaand we're back! It's been a while since we last chatted, so we're catching up on Squid Game (spoiler free), horror escape rooms, and upcoming movies. We missed you!

Even as the world crumbles around us, we still find connection and joy through live comedy. Comedians are brave enough to say what we can't, and we appreciate but also hold them accountable for that.

In observance of National Disability Awareness Month, we discuss the various representations of people with cognitive and physical disabilities, and how it affects everyone. In short, nothing about them should be without them. Here are some resources on Disability Rights organizations and movements you can participate in: ncdj.org/resources/organizations/

Happy Pride Month! We talk about updates in LGBTQIA pop culture news and media, good and bad. You are loved and valid.

Grab your overpriced popcorn, candy, and soda, we're going to the movies! As the US opens up, we talk about our experiences of going back to the theaters after a year of quarantine. Short answer: we missed it so much!!

In tangent to last week's episode, we discuss the evolution of Alternative Music and its fraternal twin, Indie music. We feel like old people and music just isn't the same as it used to be... but that might be a good thing?

Summer continues with music as we "briefly" go through the history of music festivals and their impact on pop culture and ourselves. Emily loves the punk scene, Eva's a cheap a$$. What are you into?

We start summer off with a bang—revisiting iconic summer blockbusters! Starting with Jaws, we go over America's most commercially and financially successful movies of the summer and how we feel about them. Are your favorites mentioned?

This episode we take a trip down memory lane and discuss books that defined our teen years, while also mentioning books that we may not have read but are classics nonetheless. Okay? Okay.

Part 2 of our 3 part Teens in Pop Culture mini series! This time we're talking about our favorite (and least favorite) teen shows. 

Not another teen podcast! We're discussing what we think constitutes as a "teen movie" while reminiscing on our favorites. Will we mention yours?

In celebration of International Women's Month, we fangirl over our favorite women and content made by women. We also take a moment to acknowledge the accomplishments made by women in the entertainment industry and how we wouldn't have our favorite things without them.

With the release of the Justice League: Snyder Cut, we discuss the history and reception of directors cuts and special editions. Are they necessary or are they just a marketing ploy?

Put on your best mask and join us for this year's awards season! We go over our favorite parts of the Grammy's and discuss the nominations and implications of the 2021 Oscars. 

We're keepin' it in the family! Have you ever wondered why so many actors look similar or had the same names? Turns out they're related! We talk about how nepotism affects the industry and the people who want to be a part of it.

Happy Black History Month! We wouldn't have Pop Culture without Black influence, so we're talkin' about our favorite content and creators within the Black community.

This episode may get us canceled! But what is cancel culture, and why does it ruin the lives of some people, but not others? We share our opinions for you judge.TW: Mentions of sexual assault and abuse

WE'RE BACK! And we're talkin' about lo~ove. This episode, we go over the best and worst examples of love on screen and on paper. We have a lot of feelings and we want to share them with you.

2020 is over and we are recapping some of our favorite content of the year. We go through the new music, video games, tv shows and movies that got us through tough times. We also give a shoutout to some older content that was introduced to us this year.  Wonder Woman Review with RJCXD Official- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czOTXMcMsNc

We're talking about some of the most popular franchises and upcoming content. We discuss whether or not they're adding something to the table or just an easy cash grab. Let's just say... it's complicated.   

In part two of our soundtrack and scores subject, we finish strong by discussing the best scores in movies and TV shows. Why do we love them and how do they elevate the story? 20 Best Movie Scores of the Decade- https://www.indiewire.com/2019/07/best-movie-music-2010s-film-score-1202161174/amp/ 50 Best Film Scores of All Time- https://www.classicfm.com/discover-music/periods-genres/film-tv/best-film-scores-all-time/

This is part one of our discussion on the differences between scores and soundtracks. In this episode, we focus on soundtracks and how music can be utilized to enhance a movie, tv-show, or anime. We go through Pitchforks and Vulture's list of top movie soundtracks as well as our personal favorites.    The 50 Best Movie Soundtracks of all time  https://pitchfork.com/features/lists-and-guides/the-50-best-movie-soundtracks-of-all-time/ Best Movie Soundtracks of All Time -Ranked   https://www.vulture.com/article/best-movie-soundtracks-ranked.html

Happy Native American Heritage Day! Today we talk about how indigenous peoples have been treated in pop culture. We go over positive and negative representations and the impact it has on the real-life people and tribes they represent. 5 Films to Indigenize your watch-at-home movie list https://www.hcn.org/articles/indigenous-affairs-culture-5-films-to-indigenize-your-watch-at-home-movie-list Quileute Move to Higher Ground https://mthg.org/

This week, we're singing the praises of our favorite musicals and plays, and critiquing the ones we're not so fond of. What do we consider a musical and why do we love live performances so much? 

Lock your doors and keep a lookout for shady people cause we're talking about true crime. As well as the inspirations behind some of the most disturbing films, books, and television out there.  US National Domestic Violence Hotline- 1−800−787−3224 and (206) 518-9361 for Video Phone Only for Deaf Callers US National Suicide Hotline- 1-800-273-8255

Get ready for a long one. We're about to prove that you can't escape politics in your pop culture, even if you want to. But it's not all bad! Your favorite music, broadway shows, books, sports teams, and films might be more political than you think. 

This is the finale of our 4-part Halloween special! Today we talk about our favorite things to experience during the Spooky Season, like Universal Halloween Horror Nights, local scare houses, anime, and The Suite Life of Zach and Cody Halloween episode. Let's have some fun!

Today we give a brief history of horror literature and then dive into the true inspirations behind your favorite spooky stories. Then we round the episode out with an examination of cursed films. Do they exist or is it just bad luck? Sara's Grotto shop- https://sarasgrotto.bigcartel.com/ and Twitter https://twitter.com/saras_grotto 10 Horror Movies That Are Based On A True Story by Gabriela Torres https://screenrant.com/horror-movies-based-on-a-true-story/ 24 Terrifying horror movies based on true stories (and books!) by Mary Kay McBrayer https://bookriot.com/horror-movies-based-on-true-stories/ The Most Cursed Hit Movie Ever Made by Rosemary Counter https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2017/06/the-most-cursed-hit-movie-ever-made-rosemarys-baby/amp

In this episode, we explore what qualifies as a "horror" television show. Is it a feeling or is it the substance of the show that makes it a horror? We debate this by looking through The Rolling Stones "30 Best Horror TV Shows of All Time."  Listen in for our hot takes. 30 Best Horror TV Shows of All Time by Sean T. Collins: https://www.rollingstone.com/tv/tv-lists/best-horror-tv-shows-of-all-time-164169/ The Glass Odditorium Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGlassOdditorium?ref=ss_profile Brigitta Bengyel's Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/brigittabengyel/

It's officially spooky season and we're kicking off our four-part Halloween special with an introduction to horror movies. We go through the cultural milestones of the horror genre and then we round it out with our predictions for the future of horror cinema.  The Glass Odditorium Website: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheGlassOdditorium?ref=ss_profile

In this episode, we discuss some of the most well-known tropes in popular media. We tackle your most beloved characters and ships and round out the episode by gushing over our favorite himbos. All opinions... very little facts. 

Today we talk about how race is presented in pop culture with an emphasis on film. We break down the new Academy rules for the best picture nominees and how positive representation benefits the community at large. For further information on the topic see the resources below: https://www.vox.com/culture/2020/9/9/21429083/oscars-best-picture-rules-diversity-inclusion F.W. Gooding, You Mean There's RACE in My Movie? 

We're back!! Today we talk about how animation can hurt or enhance your viewing experience: how much CGI is too much CGI, and the war between 2D animation vs. 3D animation. 

Listen to our wrap of Pride month (a little late). We discuss LGBTQ representation in film, literature and tv shows. 

On this weeks episode, we discuss movie remakes and reboots. We also take a look into television reboots and the exploitation of 90's nostalgia.  

Listen as we discuss Rumiko Takahashi (A.K.A. Richest Woman in Japan) and Brie Larson (Captain Marvel) as they tackle the world of comics in the name of feminism.