My Pop Five

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My Pop Five

Every artist has that one piece of pop culture that ultimately became their catalyst for wanting to create in the first place. Who are we kidding, it’s way more than one, but let’s narrow it down a bit. In our show, we bring on guests in the entertainment industry to break down five pieces of pop culture that had an influence on them or helped shape them to become the creators and innovators that they are today. Join us as we get nostalgic, geek out about the things we love, and ultimately learn just how influential pop culture is on who we are.

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  1. EPISODE 1

    Kylie Brakeman: The Simpsons, Legally Blonde, Lucille Bluth, 30 Rock, and Lorde

    Laugh along with us as the incomparable Kylie Brakeman swings by to mark the three-year milestone of My Pop Five with her signature wit and wisdom. Imagine a world where pop culture isn't splintered by internet niches, but instead, a shared experience like the unforgettable "Barbenhiemer" Kylie shares her adventures and the journey that is the transition from improv to digital skits and characters. As we stroll down memory lane, and her Pop Five, Kylie and I unpack the timeless inf...

    58 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Tony Smith: The Pixies - Doolittle, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Freaks and Geeks, YouTube, and Stranger in a Strange Land

    Have you ever stumbled upon a melody that catapulted you straight back to your first concert, the lights dimming, heart racing with anticipation? That's the magnetic pull of Tony Smith's music. Celebrating a special three-year anniversary mini-season, we sit down with the extraordinary Tony Smith of Tonyboyy, Teem and Sleeper Agent fame. Savor the infectious "Counting Sheep" from his debut album "Doll Me Up," and join us as we traverse Tony's musical landscape—from the vitality of his live pe...

    1h 3m

  3. EPISODE 3

    Alexis Gay: Silicon Valley, Lady Gaga, Parks and Recreation, Bossypants, and Dancing on My Own

    Have you ever wondered how a tech industry insider might crack up the comedy stage? Alexis Gay did just that, and she's here to spill the beans on her unexpected leap from tech to stand-up, podcasting, and beyond. As we chat with the brilliantly funny Alexis, she peels back the curtain on her transformative pandemic experience and how it led to the birth of her podcast, Non-Technical. We get a real look into the personal influences that flavor her comedic style — from an unwavering love for "...

    1h 2m

  4. EPISODE 4

    Our Pop Five (3 Year Anniversary Edition): Olivia Rodrigo's "Guts", Past Lives, Across The Spiderverse, Boygenius, and Special Guests

    Three years ago, Daniel and Ryan plugged in our mics, wide-eyed with ambitions and a shared love for pop culture. Now, we're toasting to the Pop Five podcast's third anniversary, a journey stitched with life's unpredictable events and the thrill of fresh episodes. We set the stage with Olivia Rodrigo's musical journey, from her angsty "Sour" beginnings to the matured artistry of "Guts," and how her "Teenage Dream" became a soundtrack to our own growth. Prepare to travel with us through the mo...

    1h 1m
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Every artist has that one piece of pop culture that ultimately became their catalyst for wanting to create in the first place. Who are we kidding, it’s way more than one, but let’s narrow it down a bit. In our show, we bring on guests in the entertainment industry to break down five pieces of pop culture that had an influence on them or helped shape them to become the creators and innovators that they are today. Join us as we get nostalgic, geek out about the things we love, and ultimately learn just how influential pop culture is on who we are.

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  • Creator
    My Pop Five Productions
  • Episodes
    49
  • Seasons
    3
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 My Pop Five
  • Show Website
    My Pop Five

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