Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias

Elias Giannakopoulos
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Join Host Elias as he talks to various guests each week where ”Everyone Has A Story” from the world of Pop Culture, Tv, Movies, Comedy, and more.

  1. Olivia Rose Keegan on Playing Sara in Scary Movie, Anna Faris, Horror Comedy & the Franchise's Return

    2d ago

    Olivia Rose Keegan on Playing Sara in Scary Movie, Anna Faris, Horror Comedy & the Franchise's Return

    Olivia Rose Keegan joins Pop Culture Unplugged with Elias to discuss her role as Sara in Scary Movie. Olivia opens up about stepping into the iconic horror-comedy franchise, discovering Sara's connection to Cindy Campbell, and working alongside comedy legends including Anna Faris and the Wayans family. During the conversation, Olivia discusses balancing horror and comedy, the emotional depth behind Sara's story, studying Anna Faris' performances, and her favorite parody moments from the film. She also shares behind-the-scenes insights from the set and reflects on joining one of the most recognizable comedy franchises in movie history. Topics Include: Playing Sara in Scary Movie Working with Anna Faris The Wayans family's influence on comedy Sara's emotional journey Horror vs. comedy acting Favorite parody moments Longlegs spoof The Substance parody Behind-the-scenes stories The future of the Scary Movie franchise If you're a fan of Scary Movie, horror-comedy, Anna Faris, or Olivia Rose Keegan's work, this is an episode you won't want to miss.   Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ddC2ub7gxIo For more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content, subscribe to Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias on YouTube: Subscribe here Got a burning question or a topic suggestion? Reach out to us at popcultureunplugged@gmail.com Stay connected with us on social media for the latest show updates X: https://x.com/PopCultureUnplg Instagram: instagram.com/popcultureunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/popcultureunplugged TikTok: tiktok.com/@popcultureunplugged Visit our official website for more: www.popcultureunplugged.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exciting content: Subscribe here Don't miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content—join us in Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias!

    8 min
  2. Joe Taslim Talks The Furious, Naveen's Emotional Journey, Action Films & His Favorite Role Yet

    Jun 14

    Joe Taslim Talks The Furious, Naveen's Emotional Journey, Action Films & His Favorite Role Yet

    Joe Taslim joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to discuss his latest action thriller, The Furious. Joe breaks down his role as Naveen, explains why the character became one of his favorite roles of his career, and shares how he balances emotional storytelling with intense action sequences. During the conversation, Joe discusses working alongside Xie Miao, building the relationship between Naveen and Wang Wei, the importance of understanding a character's motivations before the action begins, and what makes The Furious stand out from other action films. If you're a fan of action movies, martial arts cinema, and Joe Taslim's work in projects like The Raid and Mortal Kombat, this is an interview you won't want to miss.   Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QCoLZUBJjsg For more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content, subscribe to Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias on YouTube: Subscribe here Got a burning question or a topic suggestion? Reach out to us at popcultureunplugged@gmail.com Stay connected with us on social media for the latest show updates X: https://x.com/PopCultureUnplg Instagram: instagram.com/popcultureunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/popcultureunplugged TikTok: tiktok.com/@popcultureunplugged Visit our official website for more: www.popcultureunplugged.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exciting content: Subscribe here Don't miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content—join us in Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias!

    9 min
  3. Anthony B. Jenkins Talks Devante, Emmett & The Chi Season 8

    Jun 8

    Anthony B. Jenkins Talks Devante, Emmett & The Chi Season 8

    Anthony B. Jenkins joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to discuss his role as Devante in The Chi Season 8. During the conversation, Anthony opens up about landing the role, bringing Devante to life, and why the character is often misunderstood by viewers. He also discusses working with Jacob Latimore, stepping into the world of The Chi, his acting journey, and the growth fans can expect from Devante as the season unfolds. Whether you're a longtime fan of the series or just getting introduced to Devante, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.   Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4y2xBSBE2js For more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content, subscribe to Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias on YouTube: Subscribe here Got a burning question or a topic suggestion? Reach out to us at popcultureunplugged@gmail.com Stay connected with us on social media for the latest show updates X: https://x.com/PopCultureUnplg Instagram: instagram.com/popcultureunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/popcultureunplugged TikTok: tiktok.com/@popcultureunplugged Visit our official website for more: www.popcultureunplugged.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exciting content: Subscribe here Don't miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content—join us in Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias!

    10 min
  4. Jessica Blair Herman Talks Heather, Cassie & Euphoria Season 3 Drama

    May 28

    Jessica Blair Herman Talks Heather, Cassie & Euphoria Season 3 Drama

    Jessica Blair Herman joins Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias to discuss her role as Heather in Euphoria Season 3. In this exclusive interview, Jessica opens up about joining the hit HBO series, working with creator Sam Levinson, and stepping into one of television’s most passionate fandoms. Jessica breaks down Heather’s complicated connection with Cassie, the emotional themes surrounding wealth and suburban life, and the explosive wedding episode that has fans talking. She also reflects on how her comedy background and Groundlings training helped shape her dramatic performance throughout the season. Other topics include: • Working alongside the Euphoria cast • Improvisation and emotional acting techniques • Heather’s emotional arc and motivations • Behind-the-scenes stories from Season 3 • Whether Heather could return in future seasons • Balancing comedy and drama as an actress   Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IQbaP5sAP74 For more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content, subscribe to Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias on YouTube: Subscribe here Got a burning question or a topic suggestion? Reach out to us at popcultureunplugged@gmail.com Stay connected with us on social media for the latest show updates X: https://x.com/PopCultureUnplg Instagram: instagram.com/popcultureunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/popcultureunplugged TikTok: tiktok.com/@popcultureunplugged Visit our official website for more: www.popcultureunplugged.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exciting content: Subscribe here Don't miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content—join us in Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias!

    15 min
  5. Jalen Thomas Brooks Talks Off Campus, Tucker’s Heart & The Hockey House

    May 24

    Jalen Thomas Brooks Talks Off Campus, Tucker’s Heart & The Hockey House

    Jalen Thomas Brooks joins Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias to talk all about and his role as Tucker, the emotional glue of the hockey house. Jalen discusses adapting a beloved book character for the screen, balancing Tucker’s humor and emotional depth, and the real-life cast chemistry that helped shape the series. He also reveals how he actually cooked for the cast off-camera just like Tucker does in the show, opens up about the pressure of fan expectations, and teases what fans can expect later in the season — especially Episode 6. Topics Include: Tucker’s role in the hockey house Off Campus cast chemistry Adapting the bestselling books Romance and friendship dynamics Fan expectations Episode 6 tease Tucker’s future storylines Behind-the-scenes stories Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iMl2tbuBoek For more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content, subscribe to Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias on YouTube: Subscribe here Got a burning question or a topic suggestion? Reach out to us at popcultureunplugged@gmail.com Stay connected with us on social media for the latest show updates X: https://x.com/PopCultureUnplg Instagram: instagram.com/popcultureunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/popcultureunplugged TikTok: tiktok.com/@popcultureunplugged Visit our official website for more: www.popcultureunplugged.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exciting content: Subscribe here Don't miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content—join us in Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias!

    6 min
  6. Erin Robinson Talks Delilah in Your Friends & Neighbors Season 2

    Apr 30

    Erin Robinson Talks Delilah in Your Friends & Neighbors Season 2

    Erin Robinson joins Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias to talk about her role as Delilah in Your Friends & Neighbors Season 2. In this episode, Erin shares how she landed the role, what drew her to Delilah, and how the character evolves throughout the season. She also dives into Delilah’s guarded personality, her complicated relationship with her father, and her connection to Hunter and the Cooper family. We also discuss: Delilah’s first impression vs who she really is The emotional layers behind her character The Ash family dynamic and tension Balancing drama and dark comedy in the series Filming one of her most challenging scenes Erin reveals that while Delilah may come across as confident or even intimidating at first, there’s a deeper story driving her actions and choices. If you’re a fan of Your Friends & Neighbors, this is a must-listen episode.   Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QOQcXlnHUak For more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content, subscribe to Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias on YouTube: Subscribe here Got a burning question or a topic suggestion? Reach out to us at popcultureunplugged@gmail.com Stay connected with us on social media for the latest show updates X: https://x.com/PopCultureUnplg Instagram: instagram.com/popcultureunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/popcultureunplugged TikTok: tiktok.com/@popcultureunplugged Visit our official website for more: www.popcultureunplugged.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exciting content: Subscribe here Don't miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content—join us in Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias!

    11 min
  7. Braxton Quinney on Bringing Dustin to Life in Stranger Things Tales from ’85

    Apr 28

    Braxton Quinney on Bringing Dustin to Life in Stranger Things Tales from ’85

    Braxton Quinney joins Pop Culture Unplugged with Elias to talk about voicing Dustin in Stranger Things Tales from ’85. Braxton shares how he landed the role, what it was like stepping into one of the most iconic characters in the Stranger Things universe, and how he brought Dustin’s humor, sarcasm, and heart to life in this animated chapter. He also discusses the audition process, fan reactions, and what makes Tales from ’85 feel like both a missing chapter and a fresh entry point for new audiences. 🎙️ In this episode: Landing the role of Dustin Voice acting vs on-camera acting Dustin’s growth and leadership in Tales from ’85 80s Easter eggs and Stranger Things nostalgia Behind-the-scenes recording process Fan reactions and future hopes Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PEV66y--mrA For more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content, subscribe to Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias on YouTube: Subscribe here Got a burning question or a topic suggestion? Reach out to us at popcultureunplugged@gmail.com Stay connected with us on social media for the latest show updates X: https://x.com/PopCultureUnplg Instagram: instagram.com/popcultureunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/popcultureunplugged TikTok: tiktok.com/@popcultureunplugged Visit our official website for more: www.popcultureunplugged.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exciting content: Subscribe here Don't miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content—join us in Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias!

    16 min
  8. Brooklyn Davey Norstedt on Bringing Eleven to Life in Stranger Things: Tales from '85

    Apr 27

    Brooklyn Davey Norstedt on Bringing Eleven to Life in Stranger Things: Tales from '85

    Brooklyn Davey Norstedt joins Pop Culture Unplugged with Elias to talk about voicing Eleven in Stranger Things Tales from 85. In this episode, Brooklyn shares her journey landing the role, the pressure of stepping into such an iconic character, and how she honored the original performance while bringing her own voice to Eleven. She also dives into: Auditioning without knowing it was Stranger Things Studying Eleven’s voice and emotional evolution Expanding the Stranger Things universe through animation Fan reactions and what the role means to her “I’ve personally been working on this project for three years…” If you're a Stranger Things fan, this is a must-listen episode. Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xU3bVKhGg3g For more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content, subscribe to Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias on YouTube: Subscribe here Got a burning question or a topic suggestion? Reach out to us at popcultureunplugged@gmail.com Stay connected with us on social media for the latest show updates X: https://x.com/PopCultureUnplg Instagram: instagram.com/popcultureunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/popcultureunplugged TikTok: tiktok.com/@popcultureunplugged Visit our official website for more: www.popcultureunplugged.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exciting content: Subscribe here Don't miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content—join us in Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias!

    15 min
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Join Host Elias as he talks to various guests each week where ”Everyone Has A Story” from the world of Pop Culture, Tv, Movies, Comedy, and more.

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  • Creator
    Elias Giannakopoulos
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    598
  • Rating
    Clean
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