Pop Goes Your World

“Ishtar” (1987) Movie Review Chris and Derek go back and look at the 1987 movie, “Ishtar”. Okay, Chris gets it… everyone hates this movie. But, he likes it. Chris likes the bad songs, the mis-casting, the quirky qualities of the movie. Even though all of his friends hated it, throughout the years, Chris has always […] The post Episode 101: “Ishtar” (1987) Movie Review appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

The Century Mark Well, we did it… We made it to 100 episodes. Derek Myers joins Chris McBrien in studio to look back at the previous 99 episodes. The guys talk about topics that they wish Derek had been a part of. They also take questions/comments from listeners.  You can contact Chris & Derek: Twitter: […] The post Episode 100: The Century Mark appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

“American Pie” (1999) Movie Review Chris and Derek go back and review the 1999 movie, “American Pie”. Chris literally cannot believe that it has been 20 years since 1999. Derek loves this movie and thinks it is similar to the ‘sex comedies’ of the 1980’s. But does Chris agree? After the guys discuss the movie, […] The post Episode 99: “American Pie” (1999) Movie Review appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

“The Blues Brothers” (1980) Movie Review Chris and Derek go back and review the 1980 film, “The Blues Brothers” starring Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi. This is one of Chris’ favorite movies of all time. They talk about some of the behind-the-scenes stories of the film and break down the movie scene-by-scene. The musical numbers […] The post Episode 98: “The Blues Brothers” (1980) Movie Review appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

Movies We’ve Never Seen Chris McBrien and Derek Myers (“Caveman”) list some well-known, popular movies that they are embarrassed to admit that they have ever seen. There are a few surprises that come to light in this episode, namely the number of popular movies that Chris has never seen. Are there any popular movies that […] The post Episode 97: Movies We’ve Never Seen appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

“Ready Player One” (2018) Movie Review Chris McBrien and Derek Myers (“Caveman”) review Steven Spielberg’s 2018 video game movie, “Ready Player One”. Chris is HUGE fan of Gen-X pop culture and he also loves Spielberg’s films. He’s going to love this movie, right? Let’s see what he thinks. What are your thoughts on “Ready Player […] The post Episode 96: “Ready Player One” (2018) Movie Review appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

“Night of the Living Dead” (1968) Movie Review Chris McBrien and Derek Myers (“Caveman”) review George A. Romero’s 1968 horror classic, “Night of the Living Dead”. Chris is an avid film buff and believes that this is an example of a thematically important film. Derek is watching this for the first time. Will Derek agree […] The post Episode 95: “Night of the Living Dead” (1968) Movie Review appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

Animated Movies If there are any animated films that have made an impact in your life, you’ll enjoy this podcast.  Chris McBrien and Derek Myers (“Caveman”) talk about some of their favourite animated movies. This isn’t a ‘textbook’ list of the best animated movies of all time. Instead, this is their personal favourite animated films […] The post Episode 94: Animated Movies appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

Best Supporting Performances Chris McBrien and Derek Myers (“Caveman”) talk about some of their favourite ‘supporting’ performances of all time. This isn’t a review of ‘Best Supporting Actor/Actress’ Oscars, but rather, their personal favourite acting performances in supporting roles.  For the “Fun With Caveman” segment, Derek quizzes Chris on actors/actresses that have been nominated for […] The post Episode 93: Best Supporting Performances appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

“Office Space” (1999) Movie Review Chris McBrien and Derek Myers (“Caveman”) review the 1999 cult movie, “Office Space”. Chris had never seen this movie so Derek had him watch it so that the guys could discuss it.  They then have some  “Fun With Caveman” where Chris quizzes Derek to see if he can name some […] The post Episode 92: “Office Space” (1999) Movie Review appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

“St. Elmo’s Fire” (1985) Movie Review Chris McBrien and Derek Myers (“Caveman”) review the 1985 Gen-X classic film, “St. Elmo’s Fire” They then have some  “Fun With Caveman” where Derek asks Chris to identify which films star Emilio Estevez, Charlie Sheen or both. You can contact Chris & Derek: Twitter: @cmcbrien @Ameron_DM Email: chris@popgoesyourworld.com derek@popgoesyourworld.com […] The post Episode 91: “St. Elmo’s Fire” (1985) Movie Review appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

What TV Show Should I Binge Watch Next?  Chris McBrien and Derek Myers (“Caveman”) are joined by Justin Mason. Chris is looking for a new show to binge watch. Justin and Derek give him some suggestions of binge-worthy TV shows.  They then have some  “Fun With Caveman” where Chris asks Derek and Justin to pick […] The post Episode 90: What TV Show Should I Binge Watch Next? appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

2018: In Memoriam Chris McBrien and Derek Myers (“Caveman”) take a look back at the celebrities that we lost in the year 2018. Specifically, the guys focus on the pop culture figures that meant the most to them personally.  They then have some  “Fun With Caveman” where Chris asks Caveman if he can identify if […] The post Episode 89: 2018: In Memoriam appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

Yancy Says Goodbye Chris and Derek Myers (“Caveman”) welcome Yancy Eaton back to the podcast. Yancy has decided to step away from the show for personal reasons. Chris and Derek stick with the usual format for the podcast and run down a top 5 list. In this case, it is their top 5 things they […] The post Episode 88: Yancy Says Goodbye appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

“Unbreakable” (2000) Movie Review Chris and Derek Myers (“Caveman”) discuss the 2000 M. Night Shyamalan film, “Unbreakable”. We also learn that Caveman has over 6000 comic books in his personal collection and that Chris is considered a nerd even by the standards of the comic book convention crowd (due to his liking Richie Rich comic […] The post Episode 87: “Unbreakable” (2000) Movie Review appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

Stan Lee: In Memoriam Chris and Derek Myers (“Caveman”) discuss the legacy of comic book legend, Stan Lee. Derek is much more of a comic book fan, so he reflects on Stan Lee’s influence directly. Chris was influenced by Stan Lee in a more indirect way.  You can contact Chris & Yancy: Twitter: @cmcbrien @YancyEaton […] The post Episode 86: Stan Lee: In Memoriam appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

Top 5 “Queen” Songs Yancy is still on vacation so Chris is joined by regular guest Derek Myers (“Caveman”). Chris & Derek discuss the biopic “Bohemian Rhapsody” and then run down their top 5 “Queen” songs.  You can contact Chris & Yancy: Twitter: @cmcbrien @YancyEaton Email: chris@popgoesyourworld.com yancy@popgoesyourworld.com Theme song – “Fantasy Life” by H-Beam provided by Music […] The post Episode 85: Top 5 “Queen” Songs appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

The Oscars Hall of Fame This week, Yancy is on vacation so Chris is joined by regular guest Derek Myers (“Caveman”). Derek mentions the idea that the Oscars should have to wait 5 years to select their winners (much like the rules for most sports’ Hall of Fame inductions). Chris and Derek discuss many examples […] The post Episode 84: The Oscars Hall of Fame appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

“The Martian” (2015) Movie Review Chris and Yancy review the 2015 film, “The Martian” starring Matt Damon. What will a Gen-Xer think of this movie? Is this just a chance to use a silly Matt Damon sound clip? Who knows? Find out for yourself when the guys discuss and review this movie that Yancy nominated […] The post Episode 83: “The Martian” (2015) Movie Review appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.

“Sixteen Candles” (1984) Movie Review Chris and Yancy take a look back at the 1984 John Hughes movie, “Sixteen Candles”. What does a Millennial think of this film? Is it too problematic? How does it hold up? What can we learn from it? A Gen-Xer and a Millennial debate those very questions. You can contact […] The post Episode 82: “Sixteen Candles” (1984) Movie Review appeared first on Pop Goes Your World.