Unbothered

WFSU Public Media
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Viral conversations and pop culture phenomena explained and analyzed.

  1. DEC 11

    Explaining the Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. and why Paramount is upset

    Netflix has made deal to purchase the studio and streaming side of Warner Brothers Discovery, angering Paramount executives. But, why is this merger happening? And will the deal even go through?

    15 min

  2. DEC 4

    Unwrapping the Ralph Lauren Christmas trend

    Many are looking to viral trends this year for decoration inspiration, with the most popular being a "Ralph Lauren Christmas". But, what exactly is a Ralph Lauren Christmas?

    15 min

  3. NOV 20

    What is Media Literacy? Explaining the viral phrase in the age of the algorithm

    We’re defining and looking into the current state of media literacy and seeing if there is anything you can do to improve.

    20 min

  4. NOV 6

    Exploring Rap's two-week hiatus from Billboard's Hot 100 Top 40

    For the first time since February of 1990, there was a two-week period where no rap song was present on the Billboard Hot 100 Top 40, we look into the end of a 35 year run.

    24 min

  5. OCT 30

    Why do we enjoy horror films and haunted houses? Exploring the psychology of fear

    Halloween is the time of year to indulge in purposefully feeling afraid, but why do we enjoy getting scared?

    15 min

  6. OCT 23

    The heist of royal jewels at the Louvre

    The Louvre in Paris was recently robbed of millions worth of jewels, in what seems like an elaborate smash and grab. But, how did the thieves manage to get away and what did they take?

    20 min

  7. OCT 16

    Sneak Peek: Into the Unknown

    This week we’re getting a special sneak peek into WFSU’s newest spooky podcast, Into the Unknown…

    8 min

  8. OCT 9

    The Riyadh Comedy Festival

    We’re sitting down with a couple local comedians to get their thoughts on the controversial “Riyadh Comedy Festival” being held in Saudi Arabia.

    18 min
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Viral conversations and pop culture phenomena explained and analyzed.

Information

  • Creator
    WFSU Public Media
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Unbothered