The Poppedcast

With Gareth Bradwick
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Movie history, stories and culture. My exploration into the magic of the silver screen from then to now. popped.substack.com

  1. The Poppedcast - Sinners, BAFTA & Submarine

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    The Poppedcast - Sinners, BAFTA & Submarine

    Hello and welcome to Popped. A space to explore cinema history, cinema culture, and how world events can be reflected through the silver screen. Though I’m not usually into award ceremonies, this year I tuned into BAFTA as a friend of mine was up for an award. It’s moving to see someone you know being recognised for an amazing talent that they have. They were also dressed to kill! This month’s Poppedcast touches on the awards, on the controversy surrounding this year, as well as the people involved and some of the great achievements of the night. There’s also time to look back at the films I picked out last month (one of them is near three hour documentary about the rugby legend Gareth Edwards) and a reveal of a new Popped feature incoming. If you enjoy this podcast, please do share with others, it really is the best way to support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit popped.substack.com

    24 min

  2. FEB 18

    How Film Captured a Britain in Crisis

    Hello and welcome to the Poppedcast. A space to explore cinema history, cinema culture, and how world events can be reflected through the silver screen. Thanks for reading. This week is an audio version of a written post. I take a look at how three landmark works captured the human cost of Thatcher’s Britain. From rising unemployment to racial tension and the birth of neoliberal individualism, this episode explores how film and TV documented a country in crisis, and why their warnings still matter today. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit popped.substack.com

    9 min

  3. JAN 29

    Avoiding the news & a box of my old DVD's

    Hello and welcome back to Popped, a blog connecting film and cinema history to our lived experience. It’s been a little while but I’m excited to be back with the Poppedcast which has a new feel to it. After reflecting on the kind of stuff I like to listen to, and the experience I want create for Popped, this month’s Poppedcast is a more reflective, less “recommend-y” listen. It’s something I had fun putting together and I’m happy with it. I hope you enjoy. This month I have a look into a box of DVD’s I found, not before reflecting on the week we’ve had news wise, and the effect the constant bombardment of atrocities has on us all. Note: It hadn’t sunk in that The Story of Gareth Edwards is presented by Gareth Edwards. I simply cannot wait to watch this. How is he going to pull this off!? Finally the documentary I spoke about is called Cover-Up and it’s on Netflix now. It’s not an easy watch; the content is pretty harsh. But there is a strong link to the important role that proper journalism has to play in holding those in power to account. I’d love your thoughts and feedback on the episode. If you feel like someone you know would take something from listening to it please do pass it on. Take care of yourselves. Go and watch some films. Gareth This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit popped.substack.com

    23 min

  4. 11/28/2024

    Poppedcast - John Williams & Romcoms

    Hello and welcome back to Popped! A newsletter about the history and culture of cinema. What’s in this month’s Poppedcast? As usual I have some excellent clips, books and docs to talk about. More detail on each one below. The archive clip this month is lovely and it would be great to hear what you think. Clip The Saviour of Cinema - Aunt Laura I don’t often use the word quintessential, but this is quintessential British archive viewing. A wonderful little story about a cinema, and the woman who ran it, Aunt Laura. https://youtu.be/MWTbzJJxuAQ?si=DhFPHQ6N2rEyA1Bi Book I love romcoms and I am a feminist: A manifesto in 100 romcoms by Corrina Antrobus A perfect movie companion and book of suggestions for looking at romcoms in a new way and taking back control of what is a fantastic genre. You can buy the book here. During this part I also mention the shopping guide by Story Has It, and here it is if you need some filmy ideas for Christmas! Documentary Music by John Williams - Disney+ I urge you all to hunt down this documentary on Disney+ if you have the time over the festive period. I guarantee it will result in a new list of rewatches from Star Wars to Jurassic Park. He is one of the most accomplished artists of our time. Thanks again for listening and reading! Please do pass this on to anyone you think may enjoy. And if you have any clips you would like to share, you can reply to this email or leave a comment! Gareth This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit popped.substack.com

    19 min

  5. 10/17/2024

    The Poppedcast - Julie Andrews Memoir, Maggie Smith & Will and Harper

    Hello my pride of cinema stars and welcome to this month’s Poppedcast. A listening experience where I talk about a book, a clip and an additional interest from the cinema world. It’s only the second month so I’m still finding my feet with this new format. I say “um” more than anyone else on earth and good grief am I a heavy breather. I’ll stop breathing for the next Poppedcast ‘k? I’m particularly enjoying the book side of things though. There’s a growing list of interesting books to explore so I’ll keep getting them as long as my wallet will let me! The clip I've found for this month is also a great one. It’s from the Parkinson chat show. I get the feeling that his interviews will keep cropping up on this podcast. They’re always fantastic. Below you will find the links and information I spoke of in the Poppedcast. If you have any books you would like to recommend, or interesting clips you’ve seen, please comment on this post. I’d love to hear them! Gareth Show Notes Home Work - A Memoir of My Hollywood Years by Julie Andrews - Get it here Here is the clip of her swearing loads! Maggie Smith and Kenneth Williams It’s a two part clip. Here’s part 1 (which there is a sample of in the podcast) and here is part 2 (only need the first minute or so of that one to finish off the argument) Will & Harper You can watch this documentary on Netflix right now. But here is a trailer: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit popped.substack.com

    20 min

  6. 10/02/2024

    How Hollywood Learned to Talk

    Hello and welcome to Popped! A newsletter about the history and culture of cinema. This week we’re talking Talkies. How they came to be and how Hollywood reacted. It’s a whistelstop tour of this fascinating subject. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit popped.substack.com

    10 min
  7. The Poppedcast - James Earl Jones, Will Smith Autobiography & LOTR

    09/17/2024

    The Poppedcast - James Earl Jones, Will Smith Autobiography & LOTR

    Hello and welcome to Popped! A newsletter about the history and culture of cinema. This week I’m trying out a possible new regular post. I tend to jump from one thing to another, so I thought it may be time to settle on at least one thing at least semi-regularly. After a while of dabbling in podcasts, I've come to enjoy a few and thought I should borrow some ideas directly from them. My art teacher used to tell me that this approach to your work is to be encouraged, and who am I to argue? One of my favourites for a while has been The Socially Distanced Sports Bar, a podcast dedicated to the world of sport. It’s not a current affairs program, but they discuss YouTube clips, books and documentaries. The chat among Elis, Mike and Steff often has me laughing out loud in public places and their Welsh view of the world is an anchor to home. So basically, I'm doing a similar thing, but in the world of cinema! Each month there will be some clips I find interesting, a book (could be a memoir, a biography, or a book about the film world), and one other thing! Take a look at the newsletter for info & links on everything in the newsletter. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit popped.substack.com

    23 min

  8. 09/03/2024

    The Day I Bought 576 DVD's

    This week is a little story about how I ended up buying over 550 dvd's from Facebook marketplace, and why you should too! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit popped.substack.com

    7 min
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Movie history, stories and culture. My exploration into the magic of the silver screen from then to now. popped.substack.com

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  • Creator
    With Gareth Bradwick
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Gareth Bradwick
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    The Poppedcast