Uncultured Pop Culture
Another podcast about movies and music, just what the world needed most. Join David (movies) and Brandon (music) as they watch and listen to everything that they've missed from pop culture over the last hundred years. New episodes drop weekly on Sundays.
Episodes
The Witch / "...I Care Because You Do" by Aphex Twin
Dost thee wish to be entertained? This week, we traveled back to a very muted, greyish time and place in American history to investigate vvitchcraft. And we've also got a TON to say about an IDM album. It's Halloween month, so vvatch your back!Music: ...I Care Because You Do (1995) by Aphex TwinFilm: The Witch (2015), directed by Robert EggersFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, update
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial / "Hounds Of Love" by Kate Bush
This week, we're traveling back in time to the eighties for the kickoff to Halloween Month! We found an album that's got some darkness to it and a movie that's sure to make you cry! And yes, both of these are considered the greatest of all time. Get ready for some high scores!Music: Hounds Of Love (1985) by Kate BushFilm: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), directed by Steven SpielbergF
Dazed and Confused / "The 1975" by The 1975
This is the week we're becoming delinquents. We have two pieces of media here that deal with teenagers who might want to cause a little mayhem. And who knows? Maybe we want to join them.Music: The 1975 (2013) by The 1975Film: Dazed and Confused (1993), directed by Richard LinklaterFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday. And find Brandon's "improved" trac
Edward Scissorhands / "dont smile at me" by Billie Eilish
We're talking about edgy teenagers this week, so we had to cover the quintessential piece of teen music from our high school days. Plus, what's more edgy than falling in love with a guy who has utensils for hands?Music: dont smile at me (2017) by Billie Eilish [NOTE: We covered the UK & Ireland re-release, which also includes the songs lovely and bitches broken hearts]Film: Edward Scis
The Perks of Being a Wallflower / "Blue Neighbourhood" by Troye Sivan
It's time to talk about Tumblr. Eventually. That's the theme of this episode, and we forget to bring it up for like fifty minutes, but it's okay, because we're talking about one of our favorite artists! For only the second time in Uncultured Pop Culture history, we're covering a second album by an artist we did on the first season. That means we hold Troye Sivan and The Beatles
Rain Man / "Bewitched" by Laufey
Can you believe that we are halfway through season two of Uncultured Pop Culture? That means it's time for Brandon and David to trade places. This week, David brought an album he likes, and Brandon brought a movie... Well, we'll see how it goes.Music: Bewitched (2023) by LaufeyFilm: Rain Man (1988), directed by Barry LevinsonFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.
Days of Heaven / "Mildew" by Jack Larsen
This week, we're learning about America. What do we know about the Great Plains and wide-open spaces? Will David like an album with strange vocals, and will Brandon like a movie that seemingly has no story? All this, and more, right now.Music: Mildew (2019) by Jack LarsenFilm: Days of Heaven (1978), directed by Terrence MalickFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art
Game Night / "INSIDE" by Bo Burnham (feat. Mo Polyak)
It's time to talk comedy, and we have a comedian here to help. The long-awaited Mo Polyak makes her Uncultured Pop Culture debut and brings a comedy movie and a comedy special that's also an album. It's confusing, but don't worry, you'll figure it out.Music: INSIDE (2021) by Bo BurnhamFilms: Bo Burnham: Inside (2021), directed by Bo Burnham; Game Night (2018), directed by John
The Big Lebowski / "The Chronic" by Dr. Dre
It's time to travel to Los Angeles in the 90s. Maybe we'll stop by a Ralphs to drink some milk in an aisle. Or maybe we'll stop by Crenshaw and Slauson. We've heard Compton is pretty interesting. And the Valley is home to some great directors of a certain type of movie. The world is our oyster.Music: The Chronic (1992) by Dr. DreFilm: The Big Lebowski (1998), directed by Joel CoenF
The Wizard of Oz / "The Dark Side of the Moon" by Pink Floyd
This week, we are seeing the full technicolor spectrum. We're covering the oldest movie we've done so far, and boy, is it a classic! We've also got an album that many would consider one of the best ever. Will we agree with everyone else?Music: The Dark Side of the Moon (1973) by Pink FloydFilm: The Wizard of Oz (1939), directed by Victor FlemingFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated ever
Eve's Bayou / "Willoughby Tucker, I'll Always Love You" by Ethel Cain
This week, we travel to the South (Alabama and Louisiana, specifically), to talk all about Southern Gothic. We've got a very long album and an independent film, so any score is possible for either of us.Music: Willoughby Tucker, I'll Always Love You (2025) by Ethel CainFilm: Eve's Bayou (1997), directed by Kasi LemmonsFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art
Terminator 2: Judgment Day / "For Lack of a Better Name" by deadmau5
We'll be back. And now we are. For the first time, we're covering a sequel! And this time we get to listen to some EDM with it.Music: For Lack of a Better Name (2009) by deadmau5Film: Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991), directed by James CameronFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture an
When Harry Met Sally... / "1989 (Deluxe)" by Taylor Swift
Can men and women be friends? Was 1989 the most important year in pop culture history? Is this Rob Reiner's best film? Is this Taylor Swift's best album? We were invited to her wedding at Madison Square Garden, and this is the inside scoop.Music: 1989 (Deluxe) (2014) by Taylor SwiftFilm: When Harry Met Sally... (1989), directed by Rob ReinerFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated
A Hard Day's Night: The Film and Album by The Beatles
We just came up with the greatest pairing in the history of the podcast. And it just so happens to feature what some would call the greatest band in history. Coincidence?Music: A Hard Day's Night (1964) by The BeatlesFilm: A Hard Day's Night (1964), directed by Richard LesterFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on In
Paper Moon / "Pang" by Caroline Polachek (feat. Dante Bernhardt)
Dante returns to the show after contributing to one of the highest-scoring episodes last season. Can he do it again? And does he love these two pieces more than what he brought last time?Music: Pang (2019) by Caroline PolachekMovie: Paper Moon (1973), directed by Peter BogdanovichFollow Dante on Instagram and Letterboxd!Find the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art by @teeba
The Bling Ring / "deadroses" by blackbear
It's time for us to travel back to Los Angeles, this time in the 2010s. We cover important topics related to the city, such as materialism, celebrity culture, and fake people. And most importantly: will we like either of these works?Music: deadroses (2015) by blackbearFilm: The Bling Ring (2013), directed by Sofia CoppolaFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art by @
Cats / "Total Xanarchy" by Lil Xan
It's Episode 15! And that means we have to subject ourselves to some pretty bad stuff. Season 2's episode sees us dealing with Cats, the movie that started COVID-19, and Total Xanarchy, an album so bad that it was taken off streaming. If you want to listen, this is where we found it! Hopefully our suffering brings you joy.Music: Total Xanarchy (2018) by Lil XanMovie: Cats (2019), directed
Seven Samurai / "Worlds" by Porter Robinson
It's an epic episode with two expansive works to cover. Join us as we travel to Japan (kind of in both?) in the hope that we will find something we like.Music: Worlds (2014) by Porter RobinsonFilm: Seven Samurai (1954), directed by Akira KurosawaFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and
Wreck-It Ralph / "Good Girl Gone Bad: Reloaded" by Rihanna
This week, we cover two important works all about going bad. Or good? Or maybe both?Music: Good Girl Gone Bad: Reloaded (2008) by RihannaFilm: Wreck-It Ralph (2012), directed by Rich MooreFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @davoogi on Instagram, Letterbo
The Beach Bum / "Miami Memory" by Alex Cameron (feat. Kieran Tuomey)
It's time for a summer vacation to Miami, and we have a very special guest to lead the way! Kieran joins us to talk all about some crazy characters and how Moondog has life all figured out.Music: Miami Memory (2019) by Alex CameronFilm: The Beach Bum (2019), directed by Harmony KorineFollow Kieran on Letterboxd here!Find the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art by @teeba
Raiders of the Lost Ark / "Clarity" by Zedd
Happy Memorial Day Weekend! You know we had to do a blockbuster this weekend, and what better pairing than a Spielberg movie and a 2010s album with one of the biggest Pop-EDM crossover hits? Can we repeat the success of last year, or will one of us dare to insult either of these works?Music: Clarity (2012) by Zedd, Stay The Night (2013) by Zedd feat. Hayley WilliamsFilm: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1
Almost Famous / "Rumours" by Fleetwood Mac
It's 70s Rock week here at Uncultured Pop Culture, so we had to cover one of the biggest albums of all time! And what better movie to pair it with than one about Rock music in the 70s!Music: Rumours (1977) by Fleetwood MacFilm: Almost Famous (2000), directed by Cameron CroweFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagr
Ferris Bueller's Day Off / "Landmark" by Hippo Campus
It's that time of year when it feels like summer but isn't yet, so we picked an album and a movie that have that same feeling. Will David experience the Indie Effect, and have we both seen this movie before?Music: Landmark (2017) by Hippo CampusFilm: Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986), directed by John HughesFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art by @teebartM
The Social Network / "OK Computer" by Radiohead
This week, we bravely venture into the 21st century and discover if technology has truly changed everything. To guide our journey are two pieces of media that are considered among the greatest of all time. Do we agree?Music: OK Computer (1997) by RadioheadFilm: The Social Network (2010), directed by David FincherFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art by @teebartMusic
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly / "Jolene" by Dolly Parton
It's Country week! Country music and Italy, that is. Will Brandon and David love both of these, hate both of these, or fight each other? That's for you to find out.Music: Jolene (1974) by Dolly PartonFilm: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966), directed by Sergio LeoneFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram
Mad Max: Fury Road / "Little Earthquakes" by Tori Amos (feat. Grace Tallmadge)
New longest episode alert! This week, we welcome our first guest back to be our first returning guest! Grace brings another one of her favorite movies and albums to talk about, and boy, do we talk a lot.Music: Little Earthquakes (1992) by Tori AmosFilm: Mad Max: Fury Road (2015), directed by George MillerFollow Grace on Instagram and Letterboxd.Follow Feminist Generation on Instagram and check out
Dog Day Afternoon / "Disintegration" by The Cure
It's another classic episode of Uncultured Pop Culture this week, where we talk about the 70s AND the 80s. How many different ways will we pronounce names like Lol Tolhurst and John Wojtowicz?Music: Disintegration (1989) by The CureFilm: Dog Day Afternoon (1975), directed by Sidney LumetFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, updated every Wednesday.Art by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow
Brazil / "Speeding" by Allday
This week, we found something we love that the other person is going to hate, and boy, did we do a good job. We start with an Australian rap album that Brandon likes, and we follow it up with a dystopian British black comedy. Will we get lower scores than 100 gecs and Sexy Beast?Music: Speeding (2017) by AlldayFilm: Brazil (1985), directed by Terry GilliamFind the New Music Weekly playlist here, u
High School Musical / "The Fame" by Lady Gaga
This episode is dedicated to every member of Gen Z. We know you know all about at least one of these things. And, if you're like one of us, you've just watched High School Musical for the first time and have so many thoughts!Music: The Fame (2008) by Lady GagaFilm: High School Musical (2006), directed by Kenny OrtegaArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopC
Midnight Cowboy / "Odelay" by Beck
This week is a true Uncultured Pop Culture original: neither of us has seen or heard what we're covering until this week! Will we find a new favorite that we never knew we loved? Or will the Kesha Effect take over once and for all?Music: Odelay (1996) by BeckFilm: Midnight Cowboy (1969), directed by John SchlesingerArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCultur
Bottoms / "Vroom Vroom EP" and "Number 1 Angel" by Charli XCX
Welcome to Season 2!!! We needed to do something special to celebrate, so we decided to do TWO of the most important releases in Charli XCX's early career. Plus, we have a movie that was scored by Charli XCX. Cheers to Season 2, and let's ride!!!Music: Vroom Vroom EP (2016) by Charli XCX and Number 1 Angel (2017) by Charli XCXFilm: Bottoms (2023), directed by Emma SeligmanArt by @teebartMu
Bonus: The Uncultured Pop Culture Season 1 Awards Show
Surprise! We had to end our first season by talking about ourselves for a little bit. We give out unexpected awards like Best Picture and Album of the Year, but don't worry. We also have a few surprises, too! See you on Sunday for SEASON TWO!!Art by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @davoogi on Instagram, Letterboxd, an
The Green Mile / "Carrie & Lowell" by Sufjan Stevens
It's the end of season one, and what better way to celebrate than with some huge scores? That and the saddest album and movie we've ever done. See you next week for season two!Music: Carrie & Lowell (2015) by Sufjan StevensFilm: The Green Mile (1999), directed by Frank DarabontArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!D
The Holdovers / "CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale" by Tyler, The Creator (feat. Sepanta Payghamy)
This week, we're joined for the new longest episode in Uncultured Pop Culture history by our friend Sep to talk all about his favorite album of ALL TIME! It just so happens to also be the longest album we've ever covered, both in tracks and length. And if that's not enough, we also give out some very special scores to this movie. And if that's STILL not enough, you can finally lear
Shrek / "Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites" by Skrillex
The pairing you never knew you needed but somehow always wanted is here! Join us as we talk about a foundational text in modern Electronic music and one of the biggest animated movies ever that one of the co-hosts has somehow never seen!Music: Scary Monsters and Nice Sprites (2010) by Skrillex, More Monsters and Sprites (2011) by SkrillexFilm: Shrek (2001), directed by Andrew Adamson & Vicky J
Dead Poets Society / "Boxer" by The National
This week, we cover our THIRD Robin Williams movie of the season, and who knows what number indie album this is. And, you never know, maybe David won't have the Indie Effect. Who are we kidding!Music: Boxer (2007) by The NationalFilm: Dead Poets Society (1989), directed by Peter WeirArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!Dav
The Sandlot / "Pet Sounds" by The Beach Boys
It's finally time to talk about potentially the most mentioned movie on the podcast! Will David rate it a five? And will Brandon finally like an old album? You're killing me, Smalls; stop reading this and start the episode!Music: Pet Sounds (1966) by The Beach BoysFilm: The Sandlot (1993), directed by David Mickey EvansArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedP
Heathers / "Jagged Little Pill" by Alanis Morissette (feat. Bekah Bobo)
Dear listeners, our teen angst now has an episode. This week, we're joined by Bekah to talk about Heathers and Jagged Little Pill! Will David finally break the curse of the Kesha/Indie Effect or will it break apart first? And will Brandon absolutely hate this movie?Music: Jagged Little Pill (1995) by Alanis MorissetteFilm: Heathers (1988), directed by Michael LehmannFollow Bekah on Instagram,
Pretty Woman / "Like a Virgin" by Madonna
Romance comes in many forms, but this week we cover two pieces of media that have a little materialistic streak. What will we think about one of the best romantic comedies and one of the highest-selling albums ever?Music: Like a Virgin (1984) by MadonnaFilm: Pretty Woman (1990), directed by Garry MarshallArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all
Bonus: The 2026 Oscar Nominees Live Reaction
As promised, we are back with our raw, unfiltered thoughts on all the 2026 Oscar Nominees! And by we, we of course mean David, because Brandon hasn't seen a single one of these films.Art by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @davoogi on Instagram, Letterboxd, and RateYourMusicBrandon: @itspopulargirl on Instagram, @brand
Paths of Glory / "Toxicity" by System of a Down
It's time to get political! This week, we travel to France to talk about a war, and we FINALLY get to spend a whole section talking about Armenia! What more could you ask for?Music: Toxicity (2001) by System of a DownFilm: Paths of Glory (1957), directed by Stanley KubrickArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @davoog
The Grand Budapest Hotel / "Gore" by Lous and The Yakuza
What could be better than a nice European vacation in the dead of winter? Join us as we travel to Brussels and Zubrowka (only one of which is real) and butcher multiple European languages all in one episode!Music: Gore (2020) by Lous and The YakuzaFilm: The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014), directed by Wes AndersonArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find
The Kid Detective / "Swimmer" by Tennis (feat. Dante Bernhardt)
This week, we are joined by special guest Dante, who is here to spread positivity and love through the most Canadian movie we've watched. And for good measure, he also brings an album that makes David have a realization: maybe there's more to Indie music than a 3.5/5.Music: Swimmer (2020) by TennisFilm: The Kid Detective (2020), directed by Evan MorganConnect with Dante on Instagram and Le
2025 Year in Review, Part 2: Wake Up Dead Man / "NeverAlways" by The Band CAMINO
What could be better than a full episode dedicated to the best album and movie of 2025? We can't think of anything. Thanks for a great 2025, and here's to 100 more years of Uncultured Pop Culture. Happy New Year, everyone!Music: NeverAlways (2025) by The Band CAMINOFilm: Wake Up Dead Man (2025), directed by Rian JohnsonArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedP
2025 Year in Review, Part 1: Our Top 10 Albums and Films
Wow, what a year! Join us as we share our ten favorite albums and movies of the year. And in case you didn't notice the Part 1 in the title, we have a little surprise for you!Art by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @davoogi on Instagram, Letterboxd, and RateYourMusicBrandon: @itspopulargirl on Instagram, @brandonthe on
Die Hard / 12 Songs for Christmas
How many times have you had a conversation about the greatest Christmas movie of all time and someone told you that Die Hard wasn't a Christmas movie? Well, unfortunately, they lied to you. And just in case you still don't believe us, we have 12 Christmas songs for you to sweeten the deal.Music: It's Beginning to Look a Lot like Christmas by Michael Bublé; All I Want for Christmas Is Y
Taxi Driver / "Crying over Pros for No Reason" by edIT
New York in the 1970s. Los Angeles in the 2000s. Those are your two options... choose wisely.Music: Crying over Pros for No Reason (2004) by edITFilm: Taxi Driver (1976), directed by Martin ScorseseArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @davoogi on Instagram, Letterboxd, and RateYourMusicBrandon: @itspopulargirl on Instag
His Girl Friday / "Dark Sky Paradise (Deluxe)" by Big Sean
Have you ever seen a pairing that makes this much sense? The funniest rapper with some incredibly fast flows, paired with an old comedy that's known for people talking fast. It sounded better in theory, but don't let that stop you from experiencing this one-of-a-kind event that only the brightest minds here at Uncultured Pop Culture could come up with. Will David finally like Trap music?!M
Dune: Part One / "S16" by Woodkid (feat. Oscar Vernon Jr.)
The prophecy of the longest episode has long been foretold, but today it becomes a reality. This week, we are joined by Oscar Vernon Jr. to talk about two very *cinematic* pieces of media that he loves. What will we have to say about music made by a French man and a movie by a French-Canadian? And will we correctly pronounce any of their names?Music: S16 (2020) by WoodkidFilm: Dune: Part One (2021
Planes, Trains and Automobiles / "Revolver" by The Beatles
What says being thankful to be American more than listening to one of the greatest British bands of all time? This week, we celebrate Thanksgiving with the greatest holiday movie we could think of... and a pretty damn good album too!Music: Revolver (1966) by The BeatlesFilm: Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987), directed by John HughesArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @Un
The Lion King / "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" by Elton John
It's time for Uncultured Pop Culture to enter its renaissance era. This week, we cover The Lion King and all of its seventeen writers. And if that's not enough, we also cover Goodbye Yellow Brick Road and all of its seventeen songs. Coincidence?Music: Goodbye Yellow Brick Road (1973) by Elton JohnFilm: The Lion King (1994), directed by Roger Allers & Rob MinkoffArt by @teebartMusic by
Bicycle Thieves / "Immunity" by Clairo
This week, we travel back in time to when Italy was in black and white to learn important life lessons, like 1) Don't steal a bike, and 2) Don't be a member of the working class. And in case that's not enough, we also talk about Clairo.Music: Immunity (2019) by ClairoFilm: Bicycle Thieves (1948), directed by Vittorio De SicaArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @Un
Bonus: The 2026 GRAMMY Nominees Live Reaction
Surprise! We got together to discuss the 2026 GRAMMY Nominees for a very special bonus episode. Tune in to hear our thoughts on our favorite categories and our prediction of how many awards Bruno Mars will win!Art by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @davoogi on Instagram, Letterboxd, and RateYourMusicBrandon: @itspopulargi
Mamma Mia! / "ABBA Gold" by ABBA (feat. Jennifer, The Girlfriend)
This week, we journey into a magical world where ABBA songs are everywhere. Or are they really even ABBA's songs? Does ABBA exist in the world of Mamma Mia!? And most importantly, WHO is the Dancing Queen? Find out on a brand new episode with a VERY SPECIAL GUEST: Jennifer, The Girlfriend!Music: ABBA Gold (1992) by ABBAFilm: Mamma Mia! (2008), directed by Phyllida LloydFollow Jennifer on Lette
Halloween / "Sad Night Dynamite" by Sad Night Dynamite
It's officially Halloween (kind of)! This week we watch arguably THE Halloween movie, I mean, look at the title, and we listen to a spooky mixtape by a British duo. Scary!Music: Sad Night Dynamite (2021) by Sad Night DynamiteFilm: Halloween (1978), directed by John CarpenterArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @davo
Blade Runner / "Days of Thunder" by The Midnight
It's week three of Halloween month and you may be thinking what do either of these have to do with Halloween? That's why you have to listen to the episode!Music: Days of Thunder (2014) by The MidnightFilm: Blade Runner (1982), directed by Ridley ScottArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @davoogi on Instagram, Le
Get Out / "Awaken, My Love!" by Childish Gambino
It's week two of Halloween month, and we have a good one for you! This week, we travel back in time to a post-racial society to talk about two modern classics by black artists.Music: "Awaken, My Love!" (2016) by Childish GambinoFilm: Get Out (2017), directed by Jordan PeeleArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!Dav
Jaws / "Born In The U.S.A." by Bruce Springsteen
It's Halloween month! And what better way to kick it off than with a scary Spielberg classic and an album by a legend from the mean streets of New Jersey; spooky! We also have a debate about highways and trains, in case you needed anything else to sweeten the deal.Music: Born In The U.S.A. (1984) by Bruce SpringsteenFilm: Jaws (1975), directed by Steven SpielbergArt by @teebartMusic by Popular
Good Will Hunting / "Lush" by Snail Mail
This week, we dive into the melancholic worlds of Boston and Baltimore, the perfect cities to spend autumn in. We cover a 2010s Indie Rock classic and a 90s Drama, both created by young prodigies. How will that make us feel?Music: Lush (2018) by Snail MailFilm: Good Will Hunting (1997), directed by Gus Van SantArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and fin
The Birdcage / "Overexposed" by Maroon 5
Join us this week as we uncover what is really up with Adam Levine and his (sometimes) four other band members. Does Maroon 5 have what it takes to make us love their album, or will we agree with the general public? And over on the movie side, we have a '90s comedy classic. Will it age well or will it fall victim to being a comedy and a film from the 20th century?Music: Overexposed (2012) by M
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid / "Forever Turned Around" by Whitney
Join us as we take a journey out west and explore two brand new genres. We cover our first Western movie and our first Country(?) album, and who knows if either of those labels actually fit. And most importantly, will either Brandon or David be able to predict each other's favorite song?Music: Forever Turned Around (2019) by WhitneyFilm: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969), directed by G
Bedtime Stories / "Rodrigo y Gabriela" by Rodrigo y Gabriela
It's Episode 26! In other words, Season One is halfway done, and we thought what better way to celebrate than to do each other's jobs. This week we share two works that we remember from our childhood, except David chose the album and Brandon chose the movie. Will we like what the other has to offer, or does one of us hate Adam Sandler?(Also, HERE is the video David mentioned about Gabriela
In the Mood for Love / "Ctrl" by SZA
Love is in the air this week... and so is cheating. We cover a classic foreign film and a modern Alternative R&B classic that still hasn't left the charts! Do we have another five this week?Music: Ctrl (2017) by SZAFilm: In the Mood for Love (2000), directed by Wong Kar-waiArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @d
The Apprentice / "Watch The Throne" by JAY-Z & Kanye West
Oh no, what a pairing... I wonder what the common theme is between these two works... Find out what we have to say about the color gold, egomaniacs, and the current socioeconomic state of the world in this week's episode!Music: Watch The Throne (2011) by JAY-Z & Kanye WestFilm: The Apprentice (2024), directed by Ali AbbasiArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @Uncultur
The Godfather / "Ready to Die" by The Notorious B.I.G.
This week, we dive into the world of gangsters with two classics in their respective genres. How will our second Francis Ford Coppola and our second rap album stack up to the others?Music: Ready to Die (1994) by The Notorious B.I.G.Film: The Godfather (1972), directed by Francis Ford CoppolaArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind / "Melodrama" by Lorde (feat. Grace Tallmadge)
This week, we are joined by special guest Grace (of Lord of the Rings marathon fame), who shares two of her favorite works with us. Will she convert us to fans, or will it all crash and burn? Find out in the new longest episode in podcast history! (That's kind of a hint right there)Music: Melodrama (2017) by LordeFilm: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004), directed by Michel GondryFoll
Dirty Dancing / "1999" by Prince
This week, we travel back to the 80s, despite one of our works having a misleading title. We discuss everything from Hollywood beauty standards to moans in songs, and we even unlock a first-ever score.Music: 1999 (1982) by PrinceFilm: Dirty Dancing (1987), directed by Emile ArdolinoArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @
Double Indemnity / "Souvlaki" by Slowdive
This week we travel back in time to the 1940s for our first-ever Noir film. We also cover one of the most important Shoegaze/Dream Pop albums and decide once and for all if those genres are the same thing.Music: Souvlaki (1993) by SlodiveFilm: Double Indemnity (1944), directed by Billy WilderArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links her
Aftersun / "MAYBE" by Valley
Episode 19 and we are finally coming of age. This week we tackle a movie and an album that are both somewhat related to childhood/adulthood/everything in between. Will there be some fives in this episode? Yes, at least one.Music: MAYBE (2019) by ValleyFilm: Aftersun (2022), directed by Charlotte WellsArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our
The Exorcist / "Music Has The Right To Children" by Boards of Canada
This week we dive into two new genres! We start off in Intelligent Dance Music with Boards of Canada's critically acclaimed 1998 album. Then we journey into the world of Horror with The Exorcist and learn about the cursed production of the film. Is this episode cursed, too? It took me triple the amount of time to edit it so maybe!Music: Music Has The Right To Children (1998) by Boards of Canad
The Terminator / "Paranoid" by Black Sabbath
This week we cover two classics in two new genres for us: heavy metal and action. We also have a conversation about how these works have aged given that they are pioneering in their respective genres.Music: Paranoid (1970) by Black SabbathFilm: The Terminator (1984), directed by James CameronArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCultureDavid: @davoogi on Instagra
Ratatouille / "The Human Condition" by Jon Bellion
This week we venture into the world of Pixar as we cover what's considered one of their greatest films and an album that has an unlikely connection.Music: The Human Condition (2016) by Jon BellionFilm: Ratatouille (2007), directed by Brad BirdArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @davoogi on Instagram, Letterboxd, an
Megalopolis / "143" by Katy Perry
This week we cover two huge works; huge because of their potential, not because of what they actually are. We start with Katy Perry's second comeback album that flopped almost as much as this week's movie.Music: 143 by Katy Perry (2024)Film: Megalopolis (2024), directed by Francis Ford CoppolaArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all of o
The Graduate / "Wednesday Morning, 3 A.M." by Simon & Garfunkel
For the first time ever, we watch a film that Brandon has seen and David hasn't! This may not happen for fifty episodes, so get your fix now! We also cover the debut album by Simon & Garfunkel, which includes arguably their biggest song of all time, The Sound of Silence.Music: Wednesday Morning, 3 A.M. by Simon & Garfunkel (1964)Film: The Graduate (1967), directed by Mike NicholsArt by
Superbad / "Tourist History" by Two Door Cinema Club
This week we enter the world of comedy for the first time with a 2000s classic. And much like our movie, Tourist History is considered a classic in Indie Rock and Pop which is another *brand new genre* for you all!Music: Tourist History by Two Door Cinema Club (2010)Film: Superbad (2007), directed by Greg MottolaArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and f
Jurassic Park / "Dangerous Woman" by Ariana Grande
Join us on our longest episode yet as we discuss two historical pieces of media. They may seem unrelated, but are they really?Music: Dangerous Woman by Ariana Grande (2016)Film: Jurassic Park (1993), directed by Steven SpielbergArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCulture and find all our links here!David: @davoogi on Instagram, Letterboxd, and RateYourMusicBran
Challengers / "AudioLust & HigherLove" by SG Lewis
This week, we venture back into the world of Luca Guadagnino, this time accompanied by our second foray into the wide world of dance music. Will David expand on his love for Daft Punk and will either host be able to sit through a movie about sports?Music: AudioLust & HigherLove by SG Lewis (2023)Film: Challengers (2024), directed by Luca GuadagninoArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us
Dangerous Liaisons / "Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends" by Coldplay
This week we take a trip to the United Kingdom, kind of. We cover two British works that have French themes and have a conversation about one of the biggest hit singles of our lifetime.Music: Viva La Vida or Death and All His Friends by Coldplay (2008)Film: Dangerous Liaisons (1988), directed by Stephen FrearsArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCultureDavid: @d
Another Round / "Animal" by Ke$ha
This week we tackle the theme of partying... kind of. We have a quintessential partying album with some fun moments to drink to, and a movie that shows the dangers of drinking too much.Album: Animal (Expanded Edition) by Ke$ha (2010)Film: Another Round (2020), directed by Thomas VinterbergArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCultureDavid: @davoogi on Instagram,
TRON: Legacy / "Discovery" by Daft Punk
This week, we dive into Science Fiction and French House and 'discover' a very special rating along the way.Music: Discovery by Daft Punk (2001)Film: TRON: Legacy (2010), directed by Joseph KosinskiArt by @teebartMusic by Popular GirlFollow us on Instagram @UnculturedPopCultureDavid: @davoogi on Instagram, Letterboxd, and RateYourMusicBrandon: @itspopulargirl on Instagram, @brandonthe on L
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