More Than You Think!

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“More Than You Think!" is a podcast that explores the deeper layers of pop culture, uncovering how today’s trends connect with the political, economic, and social climate shaping our world. Each episode dives into the ways music, media, and cultural moments reflect — and influence — the society we live in. "More Than You Think!" is a podcast produced by WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD-2 at NC State University.

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In this episode of More Than You Think! we discuss the implications behind Olivia Rodrigo's recent wardrobe choices, and why the criticisms of those choices are both relevant and valid. ★ Support this podcast ★

17 min
May 19

The Real Hail Mary Is The Friends We Made Along The Way!

In this 13th episode of "More Than You Think!" we talk about the new film, "Project Hail Mary," and discuss why the current political and social climate of the world has heightened the impact of the film's message. Sound effects used: Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay Sound Effect by Neo Theone from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by ALEXIS_GAMING_CAM from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by Universfield from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay Sound Effect by Paul ( PWLPL) from Pixabay https://www.myinstants.com/en/instant/tuco-get-out-30566/?utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share Sound Effect by Sergei Chetvertnykh from Pixabay Sound Effect by White_Records from Pixabay Sound Effect by Universfield from Pixabay Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay ★ Support this podcast ★

17 min
May 5

Nothing Is, In Fact, Gnarly

In this episode of "More Than You Think!" we discuss how companies like Coachella, Live Nation, and Hybe are destroying the artistry of music and ruining the live music experience for real fans. Sound effects used: Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay Sound Effect by Universfield from Pixabay Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay Sound Effect by aPebble from Pixabay https://www.youtube.com/shorts/SAmNRZPETgQa Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay Sound Effect by ALEXIS_GAMING_CAM from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay Sound Effect by ksjsbwuil from Pixabay https://www.youtube.com/shorts/J-hse454Eqg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ifaoKZfQpdA https://www.youtube.com/shorts/9-1nvjAN5t4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WVBT7FrgJI&list=PLLD6POnaJagVPIMrmGRHymiQmf54PLJAC&index=7 ★ Support this podcast ★

18 min
Apr 7

Girl I'm Bored... Let's Eat Some Protein!

In this episode of "More Than You Think!" we discuss why ignoring the drastic weight loss of our favorite female celebrities is even more harmful and less feminist than staying silent about women's bodies. Sound effects used: Sound Effect by Universfield from Pixabay Sound Effect by u_7xr5ffk4oq from Pixabay Sound Effect by LAGZ Jackson from Pixabay Sound Effect by u_dtbxmnju4i from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by Neo Theone from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Works Cited: for, Hospital. “Women’s Health Is Chronically Understudied and Underfunded. It’s Time for a Change.” Women’s Health Is Chronically Understudied and Underfunded. It’s Time for a Change , Hospital for Special Surgery, 5 Dec. 2025, news.hss.edu/womens-health-is-chronically-understudied-and-underfunded-its-time-for-a-change/. Holmes, Su, et al. “Feminist Approaches to Anorexia Nervosa: A Qualitative Study of a Treatment Group.” Journal of Eating Disorders, vol. 5, no. 1, 13 Nov. 2017, jeatdisord.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40337-017-0166-y, https://doi.org/10.1186/s40337-017-0166-y. Munshi, Atul, et al. “Gender Bias in Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Detection, and Management, with Specific Reference to Coronary Artery Disease.” Journal of Mid-Life Health, vol. 12, no. 1, 17 Apr. 2021, p. 8, https://doi.org/10.4103/jmh.jmh_31_21. National Cancer Institute. “Oral Contraceptives and Cancer Risk.” National Cancer Institute, Cancer.gov, 22 Feb. 2018, www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/hormones/oral-contraceptives-fact-sheet. Power:, Redefining. “Shelov Psychology Group.” Shelov Psychology Group , 9 Sept. 2024, www.shelovpsychologygroup.com/blog/eating-disorders-and-the-patriarchy. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026. Vitarbo, August. “More than We Can Chew.” Stance, vol. 17, no. 1, 6 Apr. 2024, pp. 86–97, https://doi.org/10.33043/s.17.1.86-97. ★ Support this podcast ★

17 min
Mar 24

Nevermind... we ARE at war!

In the TENTH episode of "More Than You Think!" we discuss how war can have different effects on art and pop culture by looking at recent examples from the 2026 Oscars and the 1970's hippie movement. ★ Support this podcast ★

20 min
Mar 10

Recession Indicator!

In this episode, we discuss how the current revival of clubbing culture and loud clubbing music is actually indicating a future recession. We tie this theory in with the pre-depression "roaring 20's," and joke about how Harry Styles predicted the whole thing. Sound effects used: Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay Sound Effect by u_hpfpehdmfy from Pixabay Sound Effect by LoLa Joy from Pixabay Sound Effect by Icaro RoneyFriday from Pixabay ★ Support this podcast ★

21 min
Mar 3

WE ARE Marty Supreme

In a capitalist, corporate economy that shames innovation and ridicules creativity, Gen Z struggles to find ways to balance fulfillment with career success. In this episode, we discuss the new film, "Marty Supreme," and how relevant it is to young adults in todays society. Bibliography: Parker, Kim, et al. Key Milestones for Young Adults Today Versus 30 Years Ago. Pew Research Center, 25 Jan. 2024, www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2024/01/25/key-milestones-for-young-adults-today-versus-30-years-ago/. Parker, Kim, et al. Financial Help and Independence in Young Adulthood. Pew Research Center, 25 Jan. 2024, www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2024/01/25/financial-help-and-independence-in-young-adulthood/. U.S. Census Bureau. Milestones to Adulthood. United States Census Bureau, 2025, www.census.gov/library/stories/2025/08/milestones-to-adulthood.html. Liu, Jennifer. “High Housing Costs Have Kept 31% of Gen Z Adults Living at Home.” CNBC, 11 Jan. 2024, www.cnbc.com/2024/01/11/high-housing-costs-have-kept-31percent-of-gen-z-adults-living-at-home.html. sound effects used: Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by floraphonic from Pixabay Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay Sound Effect by Finnegan Cramer from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by u_hpfpehdmfy from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by Ai_mee Universe from Pixabay https://www.myinstants.com/en/instant/lil-jon-whaaat-74021/?utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Oh brother, this guy stinks: https://quicksounds.com/page/license-agreement Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by Universfield from Pixabay Sound Effect by u_uy2kad5rlq from Pixabay Sound Effect by Universfield from Pixabay ★ Support this podcast ★

25 min
Feb 17

Remakes and Sequels!

In this episode, we talk about how creativity under the control of economic gain has decreased the quality of Disney movie in recent years. Sound effects used: 11575 male group booing.wav by Robinhood76 -- https://freesound.org/s/687017/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 Sound Effect by Bithuh from Pixabay Sound Effect by aPebble from Pixabay Sound Effect by LIECIO from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by Humor Dome from Pixabay https://tuna.voicemod.net/sound/23963c68-6ebf-40e6-93e7-1a9008270e36 Sound Effect by LoLa Joy from Pixabay Sound Effect by DRAGON-STUDIO from Pixabay Sound Effect by Universfield from Pixabay https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/som-matricula-464025/ Sound Effect by Universfield from Pixabay Sound Effect by freesound_community from Pixabay Sound Effect by u_uy2kad5rlq from Pixabay Sound Effect by aPebble from Pixabay https://www.myinstants.com/en/instant/oh-brother-this-guy-stinks/?utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share ★ Support this podcast ★

24 min

“More Than You Think!" is a podcast that explores the deeper layers of pop culture, uncovering how today’s trends connect with the political, economic, and social climate shaping our world. Each episode dives into the ways music, media, and cultural moments reflect — and influence — the society we live in. "More Than You Think!" is a podcast produced by WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD-2 at NC State University.

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WKNC 88.1 | NC State Student Radio
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

14
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Clean
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