Pop Cultured

Ben Pearson

Welcome to Pop Cultured, a podcast about film, TV, books, theme parks, and more. Join the rotating panel of entertainment journalists, film critics, and pop culture enthusiasts Ben Pearson, Hoai-Tran Bui, Brad Oman, Chris Evangelista, Peter Sciretta, Jacob Hall, BJ Colangelo, and Ryan Scott as they talk about the best and worst things they've been watching, reading, playing, and more. They've been writing, podcasting, and/or making videos about movies, TV, books, games, and theme parks for a combined total of 121 years, and they're excited to have you along for the ride.

  1. HACE 3 DÍAS

    Neighbors, Traitors, Lincoln in the Bardo, Deadloch, and More

    Join us at patreon.com/popcultured for ad-free and exclusive episodes you won't hear in this feed! What we've been Doing: Jacob saw Steven Spielberg get interviewed in-person.  Brad is starting to do video content for Brad's Junk, so follow him on TikTok and whatnot.  BJ got a tattoo in honor of The Bride! And went to The Saturn Awards What we've been Reading: Ben read Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders. Jacob read Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard, Strange Pictures and Strange Houses by Uketsu, Images Comics' Frankenstein, The Mummy, and Creature From the Black Lagoon Lives!, and the first omnibus of Invincible.  BJ has entered her fanfic era. What we've been Watching: Ben watched Pompei: Below the Clouds. Jacob watched Project Hail Mary, the new seasons of The Traitors and The Traitors UK, and has thoughts on Shrinking season 3. Brad watched Death of a Unicorn and a couple episodes of Neighbors.  BJ watched Below the Belt, Forbidden Fruits, and Deadloch seasons 1 & 2 What we've been Eating: Brad tried the KPop Demon Hunters Cinnamon Toast Crunch flavors, Black Pepper Cheddar Cheez-Its, Little Debbie Banana Puddin and Boston Creme Pies, KFC Colonel's Favorite Jelly Beans, and Alfredo's Pizza Cafe from Scranton, PA. What we've been Playing:  Jacob is playing Resident Evil 9.

    57 min

  2. 24 MAR

    Singapore, Disney Adventure, Scream 7, My Best Friend's Wedding, and More

    Subscribe at patreon.com/popcultured to access ad-free, exclusive episodes, including box office conversations and much more! What we've been Doing: Peter visited Singapore for the first time ever, and went on the new Disney cruise ship the Disney Adventure. What we've been Reading: Ben read Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space, by Adam Higginbotham. What we've been Watching: Peter watched Scream 7 and has thoughts on what makes a good Scream movie. Ben watched My Best Friend's Wedding for the first time. What we've been Eating: Ben has a question about EPIC Universe food. What we've been Playing:  Ben played Fortnite.   EPIC Universe food suggestions from Peter   Best Entrees & Sides Crimson glazed pork at Das Stakehouse  Hiccup's Grilled Salmon at Mead Hall Ube Pizza at Pizza Moon   Grilled Fourmaggio at Meteor Astropub Astropub Burger at Meteor Astropub Pizza Bowl at Toadstool Cafe? French Onion Soup in Wizardjng World  Mango Bread (side) Bird on a Stake at Das Stakehouse  Baguette de Dinde at the cafe in the cafe at Wizarding World 14-hour Smoked Brisket from Oak and Star Tavern  Dan Dan Noodles from Blue Dragon Peanut Shrimp Noodles from Blue Dragon Sweet and Spicy Shrimp from Atlantic Bucatini Alla Adriata at Blue Dragon  Sea Bass at Blue Dragon    Best Breakfast  Oeuf en Cocotte at the cafe in the cafe at Wizarding World Jambon Beurre at the cafe in the cafe at Wizarding World Mango Bread breakfast Platter at Oak and Star Tavern Bacon side at Oak and Star Tavern   Best Snacks (walk-around food) Tteokbokki Skewer from Char Sui Bao  PBJ Cone in Isle of Berk's Hooligan's Grog & Gruel Garlic Stake at Burning Blade Tavern  Bulgogi Dog at Comet Dogs   Best Desserts Birthday cake cookie from Frosty Moon  Stormflys Catch of the Day in Mead Hall  Brownie at Pizza Moon Bieraubeurre crepe in Wizarding World Princess Peach Cake at Toadstool Cafe Cake pops in How To Treat Your Dragon  DK Crush Float at the Bubbly Barrel on Super Nintendo World  Banana Napoleon at Blue Dragon  Landlubber's Snickerdoodle Loot at Atlantic   Best Cocktails Flaming cocktail from Meteor Astropub Lobe Blaster at Bar Moonshine Philosophers Old Fashioned at Bar Moonshine Pure of Heart at Burning Blade Tavern Darkthorn Mead at Burning Blade Tavern  Chengdu Dream from Blue Dragon Northern Lights from Atlantic  Espresso Manhattan from Atlantic    Best Mocktails Thé Bleu d'Occamy at Bar Moonshine Monocane Mocktail in Dark Universe Yaknog (Dessert Beverage) at Isle of Berk Snow Wraith at Spit Fyre Grill in Isle of Berk

    51 min

  3. 20 MAR

    Episode 3 of Our Simpsons Rewatch Podcast

    Chris, Brad, and Ben break down "There's No Disgrace Like Home" and "Bart the General." If you have any questions or comments, hit us up at popculturedfeedback@gmail.com and join us at patreon.com/popcultured to hear the rest of our episodes!

    39 min

  4. 20 MAR

    Episode 2 of Our Simpsons Rewatch Podcast

    Chris, Brad, and Ben break down "Bart the Genius" and "Homer's Odyssey." If you have any questions or comments, hit us up at popculturedfeedback@gmail.com, and join us at patreon.com/popcultured to hear the rest!

    39 min

  5. 19 MAR

    Episode 1 of Our Simpsons Rewatch Podcast

    The audio intro gives you all the info you need to know! Join us at patreon.com/popcultured This episode is titled "Merry Christmas, Eat My (Tracey Ullman) Shorts!", and features hosts Ben Pearson, Brad Oman, and Chris Evangelista talking about their relationship to The Simpsons, looking back at The Tracey Ullman Show shorts that started it all, and getting into the first episode of the series, "Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire." As always, if you have any questions or comments, you can reach us at popculturedfeedback@gmail.com

    41 min

  6. 10 MAR

    Project Hail Mary, undertone, The Devil's Plan Season 2, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, and More

    Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe at patreon.com/popcultured for exclusive, ad-free episodes you won't hear in this feed or anywhere else. What we've been Doing: BJ hosted her first simulcast Q&A (for Psycho Killer EL OH EL) and got a new tattoo! Jacob has thoughts on Walt Disney World's Epcot in the year 2026. What we've been Reading: Jacob is still reading and loving the Dungeon Crawler Carl series, and he read Image Comics' Dracula miniseries.  BJ is reading Let Us Play: Winning the Battle for Gender Diverse Athletes by Harrison Browne What we've been Watching: Ben watched The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and To Live and Die in L.A. Brad watched Project Hail Mary, The Life of Chuck, and The Ugly Stepsister BJ watched The Bride! (again), Shoresy season 5, and undertone Jacob watched Send Help and The Devil's Plan season 2. What we've been Eating: Ben tried a Lion candy bar, and Skittle Gummies (Fuego). Brad tried the Big Arch at McDonald's and the Reese's Marshmallow Peanut Butter Cups BJ is addicted to McDonald's hot honey dipping sauce What we've been Playing:  Brad has been playing some Splitgate Arena Reloaded BJ is addicted to Geoguessr **side note – I found out this morning that my shoestring budget feature, POWERBOMB, is now available on Tubi for the first time, so if people wanna watch the movie I made when I thought I was gonna die, they can! – BJ

    50 min

  7. 24 FEB

    EPCOT, The Muppet Show, Blue Moon, The Producers, Secret Mall Apartment, and More

    Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe at patreon.com/popcultured for exclusive, ad-free episodes you won't hear in this feed or anywhere else. What we've been Doing: Brad went to Florida and checked out EPCOT at Disney World for the first time What we've been Reading: Ben read By Myself and Then Some by Lauren Bacall. What we've been Watching: Ben watched The Muppet Show, Pluribus, and rewatched Dirty Dancing and The Producers. Brad also watched The Muppet Show special, and Secret Mall Apartment and Blue Moon What we've been Eating: Brad had Garlic Parmesan Doritos, Cherry Float Coke Zero, Twix Bits, Brown Butter Pecan Chessman Cookies

    42 min

  8. 10 FEB

    Brick, I'm Chevy Chase And You're Not, Ponies, Starfleet Academy, and More

    Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe at patreon.com/popcultured for exclusive, ad-free episodes you won't hear in this feed or anywhere else. What we've been Doing: BJ went to Pixar! What we've been Reading: BJ read "1999: The Year Low Culture Conquered America and Kickstarted Our Bizarre Times" Jacob is on the third book in the Dungeon Crawler Carl series, and he's reading Lorne by Susan Morrison. What we've been Watching: Ben watched Gore Verbinski's Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die. BJ watched Brick (for the first time since high school), Ponies on Peacock, and Hoppers Brad watched I'm Chevy Chase and You're Not, Zootopia 2, and Father Mother Sister Brother Jacob watched Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. What we've been Eating: Ben has been eating jamón serrano. Brad tried the new Welch's Ghost Grape-Cran energy drink, LifeSavers Sparkling Ice Green Apple, AlaniNu's Cherry Bomb energy drink, and Confetti Cheerios What we've been Playing:  BJ played the new Animal Crossing Update Jacob is learning two new RPGs (and re-learning a fourth one).

    54 min
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Welcome to Pop Cultured, a podcast about film, TV, books, theme parks, and more. Join the rotating panel of entertainment journalists, film critics, and pop culture enthusiasts Ben Pearson, Hoai-Tran Bui, Brad Oman, Chris Evangelista, Peter Sciretta, Jacob Hall, BJ Colangelo, and Ryan Scott as they talk about the best and worst things they've been watching, reading, playing, and more. They've been writing, podcasting, and/or making videos about movies, TV, books, games, and theme parks for a combined total of 121 years, and they're excited to have you along for the ride.

Información

  • Creador
    Ben Pearson
  • Años de actividad
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodios
    24
  • Clasificación
    Explícito
  • Copyright
    © 2025
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    Pop Cultured

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