Vox Populorum is a blog and podcast devoted to pop culture criticism. We believe that the best way to understand culture is to discuss it. But we also believe that it's a lot more fun to have these conversations throwing back a couple beers at the bar rather than in a classroom. Please join our weekly round table of media critics, academics, creators, artists, professors, students and fans for an engaging discussion about movies, novels, comic books, television, video games, music or whatever else we happen to think of! Nec audiendi qui solent dicere, Vox populi, vox Dei, quum tumultuositas vulgi semper insaniae proxima sit.
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The VoxPopcast podcast is an exceptional show that offers a unique and intellectual perspective on popular culture. Each week, the hosts delve into a specific topic, often related to games, comics, television shows, movies, or other forms of entertainment. What sets this podcast apart is its academic approach to these subjects, providing listeners with a deep dive into the social and historical contexts in which these texts are situated.
One of the best aspects of The VoxPopcast is the intelligent and engaging nature of its hosts. They have a great rapport with each other and their discussions are always thought-provoking and enlightening. The hosts bring their own perspectives to the table, resulting in lively debates that challenge conventional wisdom and provide listeners with new insights. They aren't afraid to disagree with each other, which adds an extra layer of interest to the conversations.
Another standout feature of this podcast is its ability to balance entertainment with education. While it offers in-depth analysis and scholarly discussions, The VoxPopcast never feels dry or overly academic. The hosts manage to make complex topics accessible and enjoyable for all listeners, regardless of their level of familiarity with the subject matter. This makes it a great listen for both casual fans and those who crave a more intellectual exploration of popular culture.
As for drawbacks, there are few to be found in The VoxPopcast. Occasionally, some episodes may focus heavily on niche topics or specific works within popular culture that may not be of interest to all listeners. However, even in these instances, the hosts' enthusiasm and expertise still make these episodes highly engaging.
In conclusion, The VoxPopcast podcast is an absolute must-listen for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the world around us through the lens of popular culture. Its intelligent analysis, entertaining discussions, and ability to bridge academia with entertainment make it a standout show in its genre. Whether you're looking for thought-provoking conversations or just want to engage with popular culture in a more meaningful way, The VoxPopcast is the perfect podcast for you.
We often say that at its essence, VoxPopcast is people hanging out and drinking at the bar after a conference. That's not entirely true, but it's not NOT true either.… The post e369. PCA 2025: The After Show appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
If you've been listening to the show for the past few weeks then you know that this month has been our special series of PCA episodes, and this might very… The post e368. PCA 2025: The Presentations! appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
It took 367 episodes, but it finally has happened! In this special live episode of the VoxPopcast, host Christopher “Mav” Maverick is joined for the first time (in person) by… The post e367. Live from PCA 2025: Unpacking Mainstream Sexuality appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
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This is the 365th show. This means you can now listen to VoxPopcast every day for a year and not have any repeats. That should be exciting in and of… The post e365. Works in Progress: PCA2025 appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
How often do you go to the movie? Not just watch a movie on TV or a computer. How often do you actually go out to the cinema to see… The post e364. From the Theatre to the Stream: The Future of Indie Films appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
We're a pop culture analysis podcast. As such you'd think we'd analyze a lot more movies than we do. Maybe we should do more. That's a question for another day.… The post e363. Is The Mummy a Bad Movie? appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
Have you ever had that experience where you're talking to a friend or a teacher or even just watching Jeopardy or something, and you end up knowing a fact that… The post e362. Learning in the Stacks: Libraries & Learning from Pop Culture appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
You know how sometimes people say someone belongs on “the Mount Rushmore of music” or “the Mount Rushmore of comics” or “the Mount Rushmore of sports” or whatever? Maybe they… The post e361. Carving Pop Culture Mount Rushmore (Simulcast w/ the Protagonist Podcast) appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
You know how there's all of those weirdos who are always claiming that “you get woke and go broke” while at the same time complaining that it's unfair that all… The post e360. Selling Woke: Navigating Complexities of Capitalism and Media Bias appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
It's one week before the Academy Awards and so that means it's time to do our annual Oscar Preview episode. And because this is VoxPopcast, of course we're going to… The post e359. 2025 Oscar Preview appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
Happy Valentines Day! Yes, we know we're a few days late, but the show comes out on Mondays, and this was the closest chance we got, so what do you… The post e358. Monster Crushes: Infatuation with the Unknown appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
On this week's episode, it's Marie's turn to pick a film that Mav has never seen before and she picks Nimona, a wonderful fantasy film about change, identity, acceptance, friendship… The post X2Z Movies e7. Nimona appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
You know that part of the Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade where young Indy insists over and over again that a relic belongs in a museum? Or the part… The post e357. The Museum Dilemma: Ownership, Ethics, and Colonialism appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
So far, we've been trading back and forth between some of Marie's favorites more recent movies and some of Mav's favorites from when he was younger. But now it's time… The post X2Z Movies e6. Casablanca appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
A few weeks ago back on our Things you Missed episode, Mav recommended the movie My Old Ass with Maisy Stella and Aubrey Plaza. Since that time both Wayne and… The post e356. Incidental Genre: Unpacking the Unexpected appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
Okay, campers, rise and shine, and don't forget your booties 'cause it's cooooold out there today! It's Groundhog Day, and you know what that means! It's the return of your… The post GroundPod Day 2025! Happy Groundhog Day! appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
We took a few weeks off for the holidays (and school!) but now we're back with a follow-up to our review of Wicked. During that review it became clear that… The post X2Z Movies e5. Return to Oz appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
So if you live on planet Earth, even if you're not an American, you likely know that Donald Trump returned to the US presidency last week. And along with him,… The post e355. The Great Social Media Sunset: Where Do We Go From Here? appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
It's a dark day here at VoxPopcast and … well, for some of us, all across America. If you're listening to this episode on the day that it drops then… The post e354. Diamonds Aren't Forever: The Rise and Fall of Comics Distribution appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
If you live on the planet earth and watch TV in the modern era, chances are you watch at least some streaming TV shows. What was once a niche and… The post e353. Prestige TV vs. Streaming Movies appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
On this episode, it's Marie's turn to pick a movie as she and her uncle Mav do a two generation review of 2017's Jumanji reboot, Welcome to the Jungle. It's… The post X2Z Movies e2. Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
Happy New Year. And with the new year comes one of our longest running traditions. It's time for the annual box office draft! Every year, we play a game where… The post e352. The 2025 Box Office Fantasy Draft appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
On this week's epsiode, Mav and Marie team up to review a current movie that's in theaters now. It's Wicked! Obviously, the film is already a success. But how does… The post X2Z Movies e3. Unpacking Wicked: A Generational Review appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
It's the last episode of the year. Except we did our year end recap like two weeks ago. So what are we to do this week? Well, how about a… The post e351. Cinematic Trolley Problems: Exploring Moral Grey Areas Through Film appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
It's only the second episode of X2Z Movies, but that doesn't mean that there isn't time for a special! Besides, it's Christmas, so of course maybe we should talk about… The post X2Z Movies e2. Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie? A Generational Debate appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
It's that time of year again! That festive time at the end of the year when everyone gets together with friends and family and celebrates the true reason for the… The post e350. Cheesy Christmas Movies 2024 Extra Thirsty Edition appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
Now for something a little different. Welcome to X2Z Movies. This is Mav's new mini-podcast where he is going to review movies (new and old) with his co-host (and niece)… The post X2Z Movies e1: Discovering ‘The Book of Life' with Mav and Marie appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
As we close in on the end of the year, we reach that time when all pop culture podcasts do the tried and true tradition of reviewing the best content… The post e349. Things You Missed 2024 appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
It's the holiday season and that means that it's time to begin the tried and true and for some people massively neurotic holiday tradition: Present Shopping! In this episode, Mav… The post e348. The True Meaning of Gifting: Connection over Consumerism appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
Yes, we know the world is on fire, but that's just going to be our status quo for the next several months. And it's Thanksgiving week and we wanted to… The post e347. Jack vs. Jack: The Jack Off appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
Did you know there was a movie adaptation of the film Wicked released this week? If not then we assume you must not see any commercials or advertisements in your… The post e346: Over the Rainbow: Examining Wicked, Oz, and their Cultural Impact appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
For a show that was originally created in a comic book shop, we do surprisingly few episodes about comic books. Today is an opportunity to fix that. A few weeks… The post e345. Superpowers, Sex, and Science with Diana McCallum appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
Well, the US presidential election happened. And you've probably heard a ton about it. But we're living in denial here at VoxPopcast so we've decided to pretend it's still Halloween!… The post e344. Creepy Kids & Horror: Exploring Unsettling Youth in Film appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
Well, here we are. There's only one day from the time this episode drops until the US Election. It's not really a secret how we fall on presidential politics on… The post e343. 2024 US Election Special appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
Happy Halloween! As has been our tradition, we wanted to make sure we marked the season with a special episode or two highlighting the concepts of horror. On today's episode,… The post e342. Creepy Dolls and the Freudian Uncanny appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
On this week's “very special episode” of VoxPopcast, join Mav as he once again chaperones his university's yearly game jam, “#Games4SocialImpact” at the University of Pittsburgh. On this yearly episode… The post e341. #Games4SocialImpact 2024: The Rise of Jerry appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
It's October and we're well into spooky season and like every year we like to spend that time diving into some of the more horror based pop culture we can… The post e340. Reimagining Dracula: a Conversation with Matt Wagner and Kelley Jones appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
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What does it mean to be a fan of a character? There have been millions of different interpretations of Batman and the character of Wolverine as he appears in Marvel… The post e338. Fandom and Identity: The Evolution of Beloved Characters appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
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If one of the the primary functions of books and movies is to help us escape from the adversity of day to day life, then why do we have so… The post e333. Twisters, Titanics, & Terror: Deconstructing Disaster Narratives appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
So here's a weird question for you… in a TV show like Batman, do the regular people know the phrase “dynamic duo?” In the movie Amazing Spider-Man Peter Parker uses… The post e332. The 4th Wall Bounce: The Reflexivity of Media and Culture appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
We're quickly running out of summer and as we do the new school year is even more quickly approaching. That means, for those of us who teach classes… or who… The post e331. Understanding the Syllabus: Learning Frameworks and Inclusive Practices appeared first on The VoxPopcast.
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