Pop Culture Case Study

Time for a new episode!  GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOLUME 2 is coming out this week.  So, what better rag tag crew to talk about than that of SERENITY! I invite Dwight Hurst from the Broken Brain back to talk about his nerdy proclivities and his history with FIREFLY.  We also talk about the misnomer of science fiction, Star Wars, children, snarky comments, and the human garbage fire that is Adam Baldwin!   Choice: 0:07:08 Serenity: 0:18:07   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!  

The triumphant return of Pop Culture Case Study with...a movie no one saw, THE CIRCLE.  We invite Chris Maynard to endure it with us.  Enjoy?   Spoilers: 0:20:08   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!  

In this episode, Dave takes on an indie classic, and a film that he is intensely biased towards, RESERVOIR DOGS.  First, he takes a look at masking in terms of personality and why we all do it. Sean Fallon from the From First To Last Podcast joins us to talk about Tarantino, M. Night Shymalan, the N-word, and staged readings, among many other topics.  Get ready for FREE FIRE by listening in!   Masking: 0:04:41 Reservoir Dogs: 0:16:09   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!  

In this episode, Mike joins us for one last ride to talk about THE FATE OF THE FURIOUS, and for some reason, the state of cinema.  What a grouch.     Britt joins us for her film education to talk about a new action classic, THE RAID 2!   Fangirl Fixation: 0:26:08   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!  

Is this episode, Dave is joined by Non from the Joy Sandwich Podcast to talk about one of the best action movies of the decade (ever?), MAD MAX: FURY ROAD.  Dave talks about hope and the psychology of how it affects us.  Non and Dave talk about the visceral action, the gross milk, the non-verbal intimacy, and the amazing film that is MAD MAX FURY ROAD!!!   Hope: 0:04:52 Mad Max: Fury Road: 0:16:32   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!  

In this episode, as there are literally zero good new releases in the theaters, Mike and I discuss new to VOD, THE TICKET, starring Dan Stevens.   Was this a better choice than THE CASE FOR CHRIST?  We shall see!   Britt joins us for fangirl fixation to talk one of her childhood favorites, DEATHRACE 2000, as well as soon to be released THE LOST CITY OF Z and THE FATE OF THE FURIOUS!   Deathrace 2000: 0:28:53 Coming Soon: 0:43:38   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!

In this episode, Dave welcomes back Chris Maynard to talk about the 2008 film, Blindness.  As with most movies, there is a theme of adaptation that will become clear as we talk!  Check it out!   Adaptation: 0:04:57 Blindness: 0:17:26   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!

In this episode, due to a limited release of THE ZOOKEEPER'S WIFE, Jairo from the True Bromance Film Podcast joins the show to talk about this film and Jessica Chastain's performance in particular.  We cover whether we need more Holocaust movies, female directors, accents, and, apparently, 'Nipplegate.'   Britt joins us to talk about another classic film, GORILLAS IN THE MIST, starring Sigourney Weaver.  Also, we discuss new releases SMURFS: THE LOST VILLAGE, GOING IN STYLE, and new to VOD, THE TICKET!   The Zookeeper's Wife Spoilers: 0:16:58 Gorillas in the Mist: 0:25:54 Coming Soon: 0:41:53   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!

In this episode, Dave brings on a new guest, Jessi Lauren, to talk about one of her favorites, WHALE RIDER! But first, Dave talks about the process by which societies become modern, and whether or not it is inherently racist.     Jessi classes up the joint to talk about different cultures, her extensive history with the film, and how many times she cried on rewatch.  Enjoy!   Modernization: 0:04:14 Whale Rider: 0:15:10   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!

In this episode, Mike and Dave discuss the lack of originality in Life, and Tom Cruise.  Of course.   Britt joins in to talk about science fiction classic THE THING.  She also weighs in on the whitewashing controversy as we discuss the movies being released next week, including THE GHOST IN THE SHELL, THE BOSS BABY, and THE ZOOKEEPER'S WIFE! Spoilers: 0:14:16 The Thing: 0:27:05 Coming Soon: 0:41:24   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!

In this episode, to celebrate the release of LIFE, Dave and his guest discuss THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL!  Dave also discusses xenophobia, including the meaning, history, and how it is affecting people even now.  Speaking of that guest, we welcome new addition Janna Williford, so be sure to check out her movie review blog!   Xenophobia: 0:03:01 The Day The Earth Stood Still: 0:20:57   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!

In this episode, instead of going for the big release, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, we chose to take a look at a smaller release, in horror film THE BELKO EXPERIMENT.  Let's find out if gore is any better than nostalgia.   Also, Fangirl Fixation returns to talk about sci-fi classic THE INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS, as well as to discuss the new releases next week, including LIFE.   Spoilers: 0:19:53 Invasion of the Body Snatchers: 0:31:07 Coming Soon: 0:50:49   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!

In this episode, instead of focusing on Disney nonsense, Chris and I take a look at horror movie.s  With the release of THE BELKO EXPERIMENT, we examine James Gunn's previous horror work, SLITHER!   Settling: 0:04:19 Slither: 0:16:31   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!  

In this episode, we review Kong:Skull Island, basically because I want to hear Mike have a heart attack.  It almost worked.   Britt joins us to talk BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, RAW, AND THE BELKO EXPERIMENT. She also continues here film education with THE BEAST FROM 20.000 FATHOMS!   Spoilers: 0:18:37 Fangirl Fixation: 0:34:29   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!    

In this episode, we talk about Grandiosity and how dangerous it can be for everyday people.  Speaking of danger, this week we're talking Kong!!! That's right, KING KONG is our movie this week.  And we have a new guest from that great storehouse of talent, Audiences Everywhere! Becky Belzile, an accomplished horror writer, sat down and watched King Kong for the first time ever!  We talk fog, stop motion, dummies, and whether or not this movie holds up.  Listen in!   Grandiosity: 0:02:37 King Kong: 0:15:01   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon

In this episode, with Mike out of town (still!), Britt steps in for double duty.  First, we talk about LOGAN and have several differences of opinion.  Shocking, I know.  Then, we talk about a classic western, THE SEARCHERS, and we discuss next week's big release, KONG SKULL ISLAND!   Spoilers: 0:18:54 The Searchers: 0:36:20 Coming Soon: 0:48:26   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreo

In this episode, we talk about community psychology and how important it is for social cohesion.  Then, Shane from the War Machine vs. War Horse joins us to talk about this namesake, the classic western SHANE!  We chose this movie due to the release of LOGAN, a comic book western, kind of.  Enjoy!   Community: 0:04:52 Shane: 0:16:20   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!

In this episode, Mike and I discuss Jordan Peele's new film, GET OUT.  We talk about how it works as a comedy, a horror film, and a satire.  Britt also joins me to talk about a true classic, WEST SIDE STORY.  I know, there is no connection here, but last week, we had our awards show, so it's good enough for me!   Get Out Spoilers: 0:20:10 West Side Story: 0:33:05 Coming Soon: 0:57:07   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!

Well, it's finally here.  Our 2nd Annual Pop Culture Case Study Awards.  As all podcasters seem to think that the Oscars get it wrong, EVERY SINGLE YEAR, I have gathered all of them here to make their own choices!   This year, instead of numerous guests, Mike and I talk about all 7 categories, and the result is that our awards show, unlike many others, is about an hour long.     We discuss snubs, awards for the major categories, and 2016 as a whole.  Enjoy!     Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!

In this episode, Mike and I talk about the surprise of the Oscar season, HIDDEN FIGURES!    Britt joins us to talk MONEYBALL and the new releases (ROCK DOG, COLLIDE, and GET OUT)   Moneyball: 0:32:41 Coming Soon: 0:49:29   Subscribe on iTunes! ----Make sure to rate and review! Subscribe on Stitcher! Subscribe on Google Play! Donate on Patreon!