A podcast dedicated to doing the work it takes to dig up the pop culture gold. Every weekend join Aaron Dicer, Andrew Ormsby, and a rotating group of guest gurus, as they review the latest films and dig through pop culture looking for treasure!
The SiftPop podcast is an absolute delight for movie enthusiasts like myself. Hosted by Aaron Dicer and Andrew Ormsby, this show offers insightful discussions on a wide range of movies and pop culture topics. What sets it apart from other podcasts is its quick and concise format, making it easy to consume while still offering plenty of depth in each episode.
One of the best aspects of The SiftPop podcast is the undeniable positivity that exudes from both hosts. It's refreshing to listen to conversations where they genuinely want to find the good in every movie they discuss. Even when critiquing films, they always strive to dig deeper into themes and messages, helping listeners gain a better understanding or appreciation for the movies being discussed.
Another standout feature of this podcast is the chemistry between Aaron and Andrew. Their banter and friendly disagreements make for engaging conversations that keep listeners hooked from start to finish. They also incorporate fun segments like SiftQuest and Best Ever Challenges, adding an extra layer of entertainment value to every episode.
While there are few aspects that could be considered negatives about The SiftPop podcast, one minor drawback may be the occasional difficulty in visualizing certain elements discussed during audio-only episodes. Andrew often references visuals that may require some effort on the listener's part to fully grasp. However, this is a small issue considering the overall quality and enjoyment provided by the show.
In conclusion, The SiftPop podcast is a must-listen for anyone who loves movies and pop culture. Aaron and Andrew's enthusiasm, insight, and chemistry make for an entertaining and informative show that keeps you eagerly awaiting each new episode. Whether you're looking for movie recommendations or simply enjoy engaging discussions on all things film-related, this podcast will not disappoint. Give it a listen – you won't regret it!
SiftPop Summer Vacation continues with a look back to when Aaron guested on the SiftPop sister pod Also See!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
SiftPop Summer Vacation continues with a look back to when Aaron guested on the SiftPop sister pod SiftPop Writers Room!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
SiftPop Summer Vacation kicks off with the tried and true tradition of Aaron, Andrew, Alice, and Jon guessing what movies will make the most money this summer!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Teases! Superfluous Branding! Rambling! The SiftPop feed reawakens with some info on how to get your picks in for Summer Sum and more!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's the big SiftPop 2 part finale! Expect lots of guests, memories, and stories. Laughs and tears with so many friends it took 2 episodes to fit them all in. Here's part 2!- Susan Kamyab Stephens (3:58)- Devaughn (18:12)- Courtney Lanning (34:45)- Jon Paula (46:10)- Blake Hodges (1:02:08)- Alice-Ginevra Micheli (1:16:04)- Ian Whittington (1:37:36)- Andrew Ormsby (1:59:00)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's the big SiftPop 2 part finale! Expect lots of guests, memories, and stories. Laughs and tears with so many friends it took 2 episodes to fit them all in. Here's part 1!- Robert Bouffard (2:16)- Dom Fisher (15:25)- Curious Lo (29:08)- Ben Davis (44:00)- Drew Douglas and Daniel Posey (1:02:39)- Aaron Schweitzer (1:20:45)- Josh Childs (1:34:10)- Deneé Hughes (2:02:15)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Susan Kamyab Stephens back to the show this week!- Buried Treasure (3:15) - The Big Dig - The Brutalist (10:54)- Best Ever Challenge - Movies with repeating words in the title (25:10)- The Final Artifact - Sing Sing (42:24)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Robert Bouffard and Aaron Schweitzer back for part 2 of this year's annual Sifties!Top 10 Performances (2:10)Best Movie Moments (44:30)Top 10 Movies (1:02:42)SiftPop Guru Movies of the Year (1:42:22)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Robert Bouffard and Aaron Schweitzer back for part 1 of this year's annual Sifties!- Favorite NON-MOVIE Pop Culture Moment or Thing of 2023 (7:28)- Biggest Letdown (13:34)- Biggest Surprise (31:08)- Most Overrated (42:47)- Most Underrated (1:12:46)- Top 5 TV shows of 2024 (1:32:33)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Jon back to the show this week!- Buried Treasure (8:44) - The Big Dig - A Complete Unknown (19:00)- Best Ever Challenge - Musical biopics (43:08)- The Final Artifact - Anora (1:12:12)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's that time of year again - Aaron is filling out his Critics' Choice ballot LIVE on the show this week for you to hear!Also, listen through to the end for an important announcement from Aaron (43:27).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Jon back to the show this week to look forward to their most anticipated movies of 2025!- How did our most anticipated movies from 2024 pan out? (2:28)- Movies we're excited to see each month (8:46)- Top 3 most anticipated movies in 2024 (1:22:27)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Jon back to the show this week!- Buried Treasure (2:48) - The Big Dig - Mufasa: The Lion King (13:21)- Best Ever Challenge - African movies (41:31)- The Final Artifact - Carry-On (1:08:00)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew show this week!- Buried Treasure (1:48) - The Big Dig - Kraven the Hunter (12:48)- Best Ever Challenge - Hunting movies (29:48)- The Final Artifact - Emilia Pérez (43:18)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew show this week!- Buried Treasure (1:55) - The Big Dig - Moana 2 (8:24)- Best Ever Challenge - Ocean movies (20:50)- The Final Artifact - Sweethearts (35:12)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew show this week!- Buried Treasure (1:27) - The Big Dig - Gladiator II (7:52)- Best Ever Challenge - Sword and Sandal movies (28:20)- The Final Artifact - Wicked (37:45)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew Alice back to the show this week!- Buried Treasure (5:04) - The Big Dig - Red One (18:34)- Best Ever Challenge - Hugh Grant movies (53:22)- The Final Artifact - Heretic (1:14:24)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Jon back to the show this week!- Buried Treasure (4:34) - The Big Dig - Joker: Folie à Deux (17:33)- Best Ever Challenge - modern musicals (49:23)- The Final Artifact - We Live In Time (1:14:23)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
After a long hiatus, Aaron and Andrew are back to talk movies and TV!- Buried Treasure (9:23) - The Big Dig - Venom: The Last Dance (20:33)- Best Ever Challenge - Tom Hardy movies (35:36)- The Final Artifact - Conclave (46:15)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew show this week!- Buried Treasure (6:15) - The Big Dig - Megalopolis (12:32)- Best Ever Challenge - Octogenarian directed movies (32:34)- The Final Artifact - Transformers One (44:26)- The Final Artifact - Uglies (52:08)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew show this week!- Buried Treasure (5:09) - The Big Dig - Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (10:08)- Best Ever Challenge - Michael Keaton movies (25:24)- The Final Artifact - Rebel Ridge (35:00)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Jon and Alice back to the show this week for the results of this year's Summer Sum Game!- Buried Treasure (2:00) - Summer Sum Game Results! - Biggest Underperformer (15:22) - Biggest Overperformer (25:38) - Best Predictions (32:45) - Worst Predictions (38:26) - Guru Results (43:50) - Overall Results (1:12:43)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Jon and Alice back to the show this week!- Buried Treasure (2:24)- The Big Dig - It Ends With Us (14:12)- Best Ever Challenge - movies (46:23)- The Final Artifact - The Instigators (1:02:08)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Alice back to the show this week!- Buried Treasure (2:11) - The Big Dig - Borderlands (16:51)- Best Ever Challenge - Video game adaptation movies (44:10)- The Final Artifact - The Killer (57:33)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew show this week!- Buried Treasure (1:55)- The Big Dig - Trap (7:08)- SiftSort - M. Night movies (24:20)- The Final Artifact - Alien: Romulus (37:11)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Jon and Alice back to the show in a NEW format!- Buried Treasure (10:54) - The Big Dig - Deadpool & Wolverine (21:06)- Best Ever Challenge - Ampersand movies (52:33)- The Final Artifact - The Acolyte (1:13:01)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Jon Paula back to the show!- Movie Review - Twisters (11:48)- Movie Review - Longlegs (50:34)- Best Ever Challenge - Body part movies (1:08:39)- Buried Treasure (1:40:29)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew are back this week ready to discuss minions and mayhem!- Movie Review - Despicable Me 4 (5:28)- Movie Review - Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F (17:28)- Best Ever Challenge - Eddie Murphy movies (33:41)- Buried Treasure (43:37)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew review two movies releasing the weekend of June 28th!- Movie Review - A Quiet Place: Day One (6:00)- Movie Review - Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1 (31:17)- Best Ever Challenge - "1" movies (1:03:18)- Buried Treasure (1:14:43)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew are back this week with 2 more summer movies!- Movie Review - The Bikeriders (3:47)- Movie Review - Under Paris (23:47)- Best Ever Challenge - Bike movies (42:47)- Buried Treasure (57:11)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew show this week!- Movie Review - Inside Out 2 (3:11)- Movie Review - Am I OK? (27:48)- Best Ever Challenge - Emotion movies (43:24)- Buried Treasure (52:31)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew show this week!- Movie Review - Bad Boys: Ride or Die (7:22)- Movie Review - Hit Man (17:49)- Best Ever Challenge - Man movies (33:23)- Buried Treasure (44:24)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew show this week!- Movie Review - Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (5:11)- Movie Review - IF (26:31)- Best Ever Challenge - "F" Movies (40:40)- Buried Treasure (52:19)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Ian Whittington back to the show!- Movie Review - Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (3:21)- Movie Review - Unfrosted (27:57)- Best Ever Challenge - "Of the" movies (45:06)- Buried Treasure (1:02:27)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron, Andrew and Susan stick around to talk spoilers on "Challengers"!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Susan Kamyab Stephens back to the show!- Movie Review - The Fall Guy (7:16)- Movie Review - Challengers (27:27)- Best Ever Challenge - Ryan Gosling movies (49:48)- Buried Treasure (1:07:43)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Alice and Jon back to the show! It's time for our gurus to tell us their picks for the Summer movies that will make the most bucks and the box office. Stick around toward the end for some Buried Treasure!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew show this week!- Movie Review - The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare (5:37)- Movie Review - Rebel Moon Part 2 (23:32)- Best Ever Challenge - Anthony Hopkins (39:44)- Buried Treasure (53:51)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew show this week!- Movie Review - Civil War (6:17)- Movie Review - Monkey Man (31:46)- Best Ever Challenge - Directorial debut movies of the past 5 years (46:03)- Buried Treasure (59:40)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Alice back to the show!- Movie Review - Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire (3:04)- Movie Review - Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (37:16)- Best Ever Challenge - Best Ever "empire" movies (1:01:12)- Buried Treasure (1:16:27)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew episode this week!- Movie Review - Kung Fu Panda 4 (2:18)- Movie Review - Ricky Stanicky (15:54)- Best Ever Challenge - Jack Black movies (32:15)- Buried Treasure (46:52)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It's an Aaron and Andrew episode this week!- Movie Review - Dune Part 2 (2:50)- Movie Review - Spaceman (29:17)- Best Ever Challenge - Planet title movies (43:52)- Buried Treasure (55:27)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Courtney Lanning back to the show!- Movie Review - Madame Web (5:49)- Movie Review - Drive Away Dolls (27:32)- Best Ever Challenge - Dakota Johnson Movies (48:29)- Buried Treasure (1:03:13)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Ian back to the show!- Movie Review - Orion and the Dark (4:40)- Movie Review - The Holdovers (22:23)- Best Ever Challenge - Kauffmanesque movies (37:56)- Buried Treasure (51:12)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Susan Kamyab Stephens back to the show!- Movie Review - Argylle (3:35)- Movie Review - Mean Girls (32:28)- Best Ever Challenge - "Girl" movies (47:39)- Buried Treasure (1:05:36)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Welcome back, Robert and Aaron!- Top 10 Performances (2:04)- Best Movie Moments (50:57)- Top 10 Movies (1:11:03)- SiftPop Guru Movies of the Year (2:06:40)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Welcome back, Robert and Aaron!- Favorite NON-MOVIE Pop Culture Moment or Thing of 2023 (8:35)- Movies that Let You Down (15:46)- Movies that Surprised You In a Good Way (33:29)- Movies that Just Weren't For You (48:50)- Movies that Just Weren't For Them (1:18:38)- Top 5 TV shows of 2023 (1:31:42)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Back by popular demand, Aaron is filling out his Critics' Choice ballot LIVE on the show this week for you to hear! Listen in as he makes his picks in advance of the show on The CW this Sunday night.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome DeVaughn back to the show!- Movie Review - American Fiction (3:30)- Movie Review - Poor Things (25:15)- Best Ever Challenge - Emma Stone movies (45:54)- Buried Treasure (1:04:07)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Jon Paula back to the show!- Reckoning with our most 2023 most anticipated movies (3:31)- Movies we're excited to see each month (9:27)- Top 3 most anticipated movies in 2024 (1:15:57)- Buried Treasure (1:24:06)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aaron and Andrew welcome Alice-Ginevra Micheli back to the show!- Movie Review - Maestro (4:37)- Movie Review - Wonka (37:30)- Best Ever Challenge - Timothée Chalamet movies (54:14)- Buried Treasure (1:11:15)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy