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by Knox McCoy and Jamie Golden
A weekly pop culture podcast seeking to educate on things that entertain, but do not matter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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- 4 days ago15 min
682: The NOs of Halloween Parties Preview
In this episode, we invite our listeners to share their NOs of Halloween Parties. From weaponized Christian music and shoe-free party politics to ’80s culture appropriation and sexy children’s-character costume trends, we’re calling out the most egregious spooky-season party offenses.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/682This is a great week to become a Friend with Benefots! Get a free 7-day trial at knoxandjamie.com/patreonREWIND: More NOs episodes | Read all the party NOs on Instagram AND ThreadsNot a Sponsor: Spirit HalloweenThank you to our contributors: @sheridan_burns, @kailametzgermusic, @mn_is_reading, @kristenroth04, @lsjackman, @cstarrick5Drive-bys: Shelf Respect Green Lights:Jamie: show - Slow Horses S6 | movie - WickerKnox: movie - You Can See EverythingBonus segment: Join us on Patreon as a Friend with Benefots to listen to this episode in full and ad-free. Plus, get exclusive weekly and monthly content.Episode sponsors: SmileSet | The Mob Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago1h 18m
681: Please Advise 9
In this episode, we dispense wisdom and solve real-life listener dilemmas in our ninth installment of Please Advise. Knox is joined by Erin Moon and Evan Dodson to tackle everything from finding a boyfriend nickname that doesn’t make you sound like a youth, to craft projects that seemed like a good idea until the deadlines hit, to gracefully exiting a book club when your supervisor is the Booktator. Plus, the long-awaited return of Erin of Grievances.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/681Join us at Shelf Respect, where we cover everything from Shirley Jackson’s The Lottery to new book releases and a deep-dive into horror legend Stephen King. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or visit readwithshelfrespect.com, and join the Hardbacks Patreon community for exclusive episodes for just 70 cents using code PLOTHOLES.Rewind: Please Advise 7 - Ep. 610 | Please Advise 8 - Ep. 634Meet our special Co-Hosts: Evan and Erin on Faith Adjacent Relevant Links: Love Sac (not a sponsor) | Eustress | Padme Breakup Dress | Manchild by Sabrina CarpenterDrive-bys: Evan’s Towel Costume | Heat (1995) & Heat 2 | Travis Kelce & Shane Gillis | Booktator Origin - Ep. 675Red Light Mentions: DWTS Drama (listen to more on TMYK) | Gleb dissing Alan (see also: GoodShort) | Twilight Airbud (see also: Snow Buddies controversy) | The Gilded Blade by Jennifer Lynn Barnes (see also: Green Light - The Inheritance Games)Green Lights:Erin: book - The Pirate Queen by Ariel LawhonEvan: book - Quite t
- 2 weeks ago1h 23m
680: Vampire Rules Snake Draft
In this episode, Erin Moon joins us for a snake draft of our favorite vampiric lore. Why are vampires elite baseball players? Where are all the blonde vampires? And does never seeing your reflection unlock unshakable confidence? Join us as we draft the rules every vampire franchise should follow to ensure the undead can thrive for all eternity.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/680If you agree with Jamie that The Twilight movies are better than the books, you’ll want to check out our new and exclusive Books That Are Actually Better Than The Books Collection at knoxandjamie.shopVampirical Mentions: Twilight Baseball Scene | Blondes: Spike from Buffy The Vampire Slayer & Alexander Skarsgard in True Blood | Jonathan Bailey as Dracula | Colin vs Laszlo in What We Do In The Shadows | The Lost Boys | Sinners | Vampires Fandom Wiki | The Serpent and the Wings of Night Green LightFact Check: Count von Count has had 3 wives? | Bat petting zoos?Drive-Bys: Super Bowl Performance Contenders | Jay-Z Documentary | Eternity with Elizabeth Olsen & Miles Teller) | Bride by Ali Hazelwood | Z-O-M-
- 3 weeks ago1h 21m
679: Best TV Shows List, Tom Cruise Flops and Anne Hathaway Dominates
In this episode, we recap this week's pop culture news. Join us as we weigh in on the New York Times’ 100 Best TV Shows of the 21st Century list and lovingly, or aggressively, side-eye its most overrated picks and biggest snubs. Plus, we celebrate the predictable box-office flop of Tom Cruise’s new movie Digger, and discuss whether Anne Hathaway’s recent film run has officially earned her Hollywood’s Championship Belt. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/679Want to know which pop culture ghost you are? Head to knoxandjamie.com/GhostQuiz (disclaimer: Not Suitable For Jamie’s Mom OR Kids)Get it on patreon.com/popcast: Livestream of Knox’s Award | Hear our thoughts on how to fix Taylor Swift’s Career on last week’s TMYKWhat’s the Word: The 100 Best TV Shows of The 21st Century (via NYT) | Follow us @thepopcast where we’ll be sharing our Top 21 Shows of the 21st Century on our Friday #popcastSMK postRewind: The 100 Best Books of the 21st Century (via NYT) | 21 Best Books at knoxandjamie.com/21bestbooks featured on Ep 564Box Office Report: Digger | Verity Coming Soon: Other Mommy | The Social Reckoning (see also: Aaron Sorkin’s red carpet look) | Matchbox The Movie | Animals | Disclosure Day | Fjord Championship Belt contender: Anne Hathaway | IMDbFact Check: Which mockumentary came first: Waiting for Guffman/Best in Show/The Office UK | Where is Leelee Sobieski? Drive-bys: <a href="https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=6fa6992d3676efb6&sxsrf=APpeQnuWzWwoWenJ4zG1v3_HmfiRF6d1cg:1791331747971&udm=2&fbs=ABfTbFVyMZGZf1hfvX9uKjN_-G8c4u0nXx4bEIpwm1lnNH832cSpkWkfSwsmpNIrD_OQ-UdFAe4qAwsQWVbrtprjzBSpTP2pSHBuP2iAv5_W37Av-kz8ObnyFc5xRmR4E1-S0mHIk5pvEGml2dt9q1NN47cUr0HU92M13dCjV8RuaVNo1MfjJkRniLOSbt-i2_tF8di_fMAma73OYRR3_rSm_dp7R2RkXg&q=anita+baker&sa=X&
- Sep 30, 20261h 26m
678: Fall TV Pre-Superlatives
In this episode, we’re handing out superlatives for the upcoming fall TV lineup. Join us as we award the Emmy Master Baiters, The Clear Pepsis, and the Low Key MVPs of fall TV. From buzzy premieres guaranteed an award-show appearance to shows already inspiring irrational optimism, we’re breaking down what actually deserves a spot on your watchlist. Plus, Knox and Jamie share a rare mutual green light.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/678We have a brand new, exclusive collection in the shop: Movies That Are Actually Better Than The Book. Get it now at knoxandjamie.shopOnly want last week’s Movies Better Than Books: Little Women in full? Get it for only $3 at patreon.com/popcastRewind: Ep. 660 Summer TV PreviewsNetflix: The Diplomat |The Great British Baking Show | The Hunting Wives | East of Eden | Emily in Paris | The Altruist | Below Paramount +: Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage | MobLand (see also: set feud) | Yellowjackets | Survivor S51Hulu/FX/Disney +: Percy Jackson & The Olympians S3 | The Lowdown S2 | VisionQuest Amazon Prime Video: Maxton Hall S3 | Rings of Power S3 HBO Max: War Peacock: <a href="https://www.peacocktv.com/stream-tv/the-fall-and-rise-of-reggie-dinkins?cid=2601genttsexterndseo310065&utm_campaign=2601gentts&utm_source=ggl_ggl_1bx&ut
- Sep 24, 20264 min
Movies That Are Actually Better Than The Books Collection Preview
Our newest collection is your reminder that adaptation is an art form and that sometimes Hollywood simply understood the assignment.This collection celebrates the rare and beautiful occasions when the movie beat the book. We’re talking books that walked so their movies could run, skip, and click their heels, in an adaptation that elevated the author's intentions in all the best ways.This collection includes:Bridget Jones’s DiaryThe Wizard of OzJurassic ParkAvailable to own forever at knoxandjamie.shop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 23, 202614 min
677: Better Than The Book: Little Women (2019) Preview
In this episode, we lay out the case for why the 2019 Little Women is better than the book it’s based on. Join us as we break down the casting choices that won the movie, the changes that somehow made a beloved story even better, and the moments that prove only a camera could do what prose simply cannot. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/677Our new exclusive collection, Movies That Are Actually Better Than The Books, is out now! Own it now at knoxandjamie.shop Want to listen to this episode in full? We’ve made it available for purchase à la carte at patreon.com/popcastWatch The Movie: Little Women (2019) (see also: Rotten Tomatoes | Common Sense Media | Letterboxd | IMDb)Read The Book: Little Women by Luisa May AlcottAdaptations We Love: Station Eleven | Station Eleven by Emily St. John MandelReminder: The Bechdel Test Stand Outs: Laura Dern |Buy Erin’s Book to read more of her thoughts on Little WomenFact Check: Dungeon Crawler Carl adaptation? Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman | Beach Read by Emily Henry & Patrick Schwarzenegger Bonus segment: Join us on Patreon to listen to this episode in full and ad-free. Plus get exclusive weekly and monthly content!Episode sponsors: Olive & June | Gabb (code: POPCAST) | Hers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 16, 20261h 16m
676: Aaron Rodgers' Interview, Sydney Sweeney Brand Deals and Andrew Garfield's Upcoming Films
In this episode, we recap this week's pop culture news. Join us as we take a very scientific look at the celebrity stock market. From Aaron Rodgers’ latest podcast comments to Sydney Sweeney’s controversial new brand deal and the Biebers’ uninspired interview, we’re sharing who’s worth buying into and who we’re selling. Plus, we discuss if Andrew Garfield’s upcoming films will be as big and in charge as his hair.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/676We love @_evandodson and think you should subscribe to Evan’s Quilt Emporium at EvanDodson.substack.comOld News: The Family Stone Sequel Not A Sponsor: Apple’s Hot Dog/Hamburger Phone | Apple Watch | Google Fitbit | Whoop Stock Exchange: Aaron Rodgers interview Part 1 and Part 2 (see also: Shailene’s Response) | Sydney Sweeney’s NSFJM Novig promo (see also: Bathwater Soap | Baskin-Robbins | Crocs/HeyDude | Ford Mustang) | THE Ohio State | The Biebers | Natalie HarpVibe Check: Andrew Garfield’s Hair | The Uprising | Artificial Drive-bys: Shailene’s Emmy Win | Callum Turner protecting Dua Lipa from photographers | Lonesome Dove remake | Fauci journals | Travis White Top Hat ConfirmationRed Light Mentions: @traveldaddydave | Brad Pitt at the US Open | Ted Cruise College Game Day |
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