Pop Culture Case Study

Dave Giannini
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  • TV & FILM
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Pop Culture Case Study is a movie podcast, of course, but far from one that merely reviews films old and new. Though they are sure to don their critical hats in every episode, hosts David Giannini and Will Bjarnar view fresh and classic cinematic offerings through a psychological lens, with Dave using his background as a therapist and counselor to analyze a psych-centric theme. The duo also details their varying anticipation levels for each new film, and what makes their chosen rewatch something worth revisiting (or, you know, never watching again). New episodes drop every Friday, but until then, they’ll be here, diagnosing your favorites, and judging you for what you watch.

  1. 2D AGO

    Kind Hearts and Coronets and Social Mobility (How To Make a Killing)

    Episode Notes Time to go back in time! This week HOW TO MAKE A KILLING, starring internet boyfriend Glen Powell, comes out! Yes, shocking, A24 going edgy. Who knew?? But this is a soft reboot of the very dark, very dry KIND HEARTS AND CORONETS. Join us as we talk social mobility and killing the rich! Follow the show on Twitter Follow the show on Instagram Follow Dave on Letterboxd Follow Will on Twitter Follow Dave on Twitter Find out more at https://pop-culture-case-study.pinecast.co

    1h 17m

  2. FEB 6

    Ad Astra and Absent Fathers (My Father's Shadow)

    Episode Notes Ok, let's get to it. Dave says this is the saddest movie ever made. But hey, AD ASTRA, also has Brad Pitt in space along with monkey attacks. Good times! Follow the show on Twitter Follow the show on Instagram Follow Dave on Letterboxd Follow Will on Twitter Follow Dave on Twitter Find out more at https://pop-culture-case-study.pinecast.co

    1h 13m

  3. JAN 30

    Terminator 2 and Schizoaffective Disorder (Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die)

    Episode Notes Finally, we get to talk about TERMINATOR 2, thanks to GOOD LUCK, HAVE FUN, DON'T DIE! We chat mental health diagnoses, perfect pacing, mild comedy, and Ahnold! Follow the show on Twitter Follow the show on Instagram Follow Dave on Letterboxd Follow Will on Twitter Follow Dave on Twitter Find out more at https://pop-culture-case-study.pinecast.co

    1h 21m

  4. JAN 23

    Minority Report and Determinism (Mercy)

    Episode Notes Ok, so MERCY is probably gonna suck. Chris Pratt AND a MINORITY REPORT ripoff? Pass. But we never pass on an opportunity to talk Spielberg. So here we are! Follow the show on Twitter Follow the show on Instagram Follow Dave on Letterboxd Follow Will on Twitter Follow Dave on Twitter Find out more at https://pop-culture-case-study.pinecast.co

    1h 12m

  5. JAN 16

    Dawn of the Planet of the Apes and Ingroup Favoritism (28 Years Later: The Bone Temple)

    Episode Notes Who wants to go to the Bone Temple? I mean who wouldn't? In this episode we talk about sequels with new directors, from DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES (Matt Reeves) to 28 YEARS LATER: THE BONE TEMPLE (Nia Dacosts)... Follow the show on Twitter Follow the show on Instagram Follow Dave on Letterboxd Follow Will on Twitter Follow Dave on Twitter Find out more at https://pop-culture-case-study.pinecast.co

    1h 11m

  6. JAN 9

    Milk and Perseverance (Dead Man's Wire)

    Episode Notes Yes, Gus Van Sant is back! We know you have been waiting with baited breath. For the occasion, we talk DEAD MAN'S WIRE, many Skarsgaard's, MILK, and Sean Penn! Follow the show on Twitter Follow the show on Instagram Follow Dave on Letterboxd Follow Will on Twitter Follow Dave on Twitter Find out more at https://pop-culture-case-study.pinecast.co

    1h 32m

  7. JAN 2

    Carol and Compulsory Heterosexuality

    Episode Notes Happy New Year's! What better way to celebrate than by watching (and talking about) one of the best movies ever, CAROL! Follow the show on Twitter Follow the show on Instagram Follow Dave on Letterboxd Follow Will on Twitter Follow Dave on Twitter Find out more at https://pop-culture-case-study.pinecast.co

    1h 19m

  8. 12/26/2025

    SIlence and Personal Relationship With God (The Testament of Ann Lee)

    Episode Notes Merry Christmas! We are here to uhh, bring the mood down a bit, I guess. We talk THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE, SILENCE, and our own personal connections to faith. Enjoy your gifts! Follow the show on Twitter Follow the show on Instagram Follow Dave on Letterboxd Follow Will on Twitter Follow Dave on Twitter Find out more at https://pop-culture-case-study.pinecast.co

    1h 36m
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Pop Culture Case Study is a movie podcast, of course, but far from one that merely reviews films old and new. Though they are sure to don their critical hats in every episode, hosts David Giannini and Will Bjarnar view fresh and classic cinematic offerings through a psychological lens, with Dave using his background as a therapist and counselor to analyze a psych-centric theme. The duo also details their varying anticipation levels for each new film, and what makes their chosen rewatch something worth revisiting (or, you know, never watching again). New episodes drop every Friday, but until then, they’ll be here, diagnosing your favorites, and judging you for what you watch.

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  • Creator
    Dave Giannini
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    388
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Dave Giannini
  • Show Website
    Pop Culture Case Study