Popped!
A podcast where you can learn about or relive some of the best that entertainment has to offer. Join your hosts Daniel Hendrix and Tanya Holstrum as they revisit some of their favorite films, music, and media from genres that influenced and shaped their lives. Starting in Season 4, the show will feature regular guest hosts.
Episodes
46 episodes
S4 Ep8 Perfect Genes, Imperfect World A GATTACA Deep Dive
Join Daniel, Eric, and special guest Erin as we explore the 1997 sleeper hit, GATTACA.In this episode, we tackle the important questions raised by the film and discuss why GATTACA has become one of the most revered entries in the science fi...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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1:23:32
S4 Ep7 Trust No One: John Carpenter's THE THING
Join Daniel and Eric as they journey to the icy isolation of a remote Antarctic scientific outpost, accompanied by their guest, Richard Rigoli. Together, they dive deep into the chilling paranoia and suspense of John Carpenter’s 1982 masterpiec...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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52:14
S4 Ep 6 Val Kilmer: A True Maverick
Daniel welcomes Guest Host Chris Scott to talk about the controversial career of generational icon, Val Kilmer. They discuss his impact on cinema, pop culture, and the films that defined decades of their lives.In this special episode, D...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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1:03:16
S4 Ep 5 Exploring "The Expanse"
Popped Entertainment Review: Exploring "The Expanse" with Special Guests from the Yum Yum PodcastIn this episode, Daniel and Tanya are joined by fellow podcasters Rachel and Ryan Sliwinski of the Yum Yum Podcast for an in-depth discussi...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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1:20:38
S4 Episode 4 The Fog "Curse of the Marrying Priest"
How is it that the descendant of a Catholic Priest is also a Catholic Priest? Aren’t there rules against this sort of thing? That’s just one of the many mysteries we unravel as the Popped crew, joined by special guest Susan Wilde, dives into th...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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1:08:46
S4 Ep 3 "We are the weirdos, mister" - The Craft (1996)
Will our three hosts unlock the power to efficiently review this gem from the mid-90s? This week, Daniel and Tanya are joined by guest host Eric Cheung, who brings a unique perspective to the table—aside from the fact that every girl he’s ever ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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1:27:36
"We're all in this together" Brazil (1985)
Have you filled out the requisite paperwork? You'll need a 27B-6 in order to continue on from here.Join Daniel, Tanya, and this episode’s Guest Host, Glenn, as they dive deep into the surreal, dystopian world of Terry Gilliam’s 1985 sci...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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1:24:53
Invisible OJ, Cold Showers, and Flat Feet - Barbie (2023)
Hi Tanya!"Hello Tanya!""Hellllooo Tanya!""Hi Tanya!""Hi Tanya!"Welcome to another episode of our show, where Tanya takes center stage to review the 2023 SMASH HIT: Barbie! Is it worthy of all the accolade...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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1:07:28
S3 Ep 10 Seymour Butts - Starship TROPErs (Season 3 Finale!)
Welcome, citizens, to another episode of “Popped Culture!” Today, we’re diving into the bug-infested, propaganda-laden world of Starship Troopers—a film that’s as controversial as it is misunderstood. Is it a mindless action flick, or a razor-s...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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1:35:47
S3 Ep 9 Less Filling Than a Bag of Chips - The Island (2005)
Welcome to another episode of Popped! Today, Daniel, Tanya, and guest host Eric Cheung dive into Michael Bay’s 2005 science fiction/action blockbuster, The Island. Released in the summer of 2005, this film stars Ewan McGregor and Scarlett Johan...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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1:31:24
S3 Ep.8 "You Dig Like a Dog" The 13th Warrior
Welcome, adventurers, to another episode of our podcast! Today, we’re donning our furs, sharpening our swords, and braving the icy winds of the North as we follow a band of fearless Vikings—and one very out-of-place Arab emissary—on a quest to ...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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1:31:32
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BONUS Episode: TOP 5 Irish films & shows
Daniel, Ben and Tanya list off their TOP 5 favorite Irish films, series, etc. as well as rattling off a list of honorable mentions. Join them as they explore the humor, war, troubles, and diaspora of the Emerald Isle through the unique...
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Season 3
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51:29
S3 Ep7 "The Blood sucking Brady Bunch", The Lost Boys
Daniel, Ben, and Tanya are joined by special guest, Susan Aubrey Wilde, to discuss the 1987 horror/comedy hit "The Lost Boys". They give their initial reactions to the film then and now. Gain some insight on the film through t...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:16:42
S3 Ep.6 Films, Shows, and Songs of our Fathers
The Popped crew remember their fathers who all passed within the last two years. They reminisce on their fathers favorite, movies, television shows and music relating how their fathers either encouraged or influenced their own choices in pop cu...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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58:33
S3 Ep.5 ROBOTECH: An Interview with Kevin McKeever
Daniel speaks to the Vice President of Marketting for Harmony Gold, Kevin McKeever about the 1985 hit anime series Robotech. Kevin covers the history of Robotech as well as that of Frank Aghrama and Carl Macek. Daniel and Kevin discuss the many...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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1:20:58
S3 Ep4 "Whycome You Got No tattoo?" Idiocracy (2006)
Daniel, Ben and Tanya with second time in a row special guest Tony Ukena discuss the prophetic dystopian cult comedy phenomenon by Mike Judge (Office Space, Beavis and Butthead, King of the Hill, Silicon Valley) where society has devolved to a ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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S3 Ep3 "Never Trust a Dead Clown" The Game (1997)
Join the Popped crew with their special guest Tony Ukena as they discuss the 1997 Thriller hit, The Game, starring Michael Douglas, Sean Penn, Deborah Kara Unger, James Rebhorn and more. We discuss the premise, plot complications, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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1:20:53
S3 Ep2 "Game Over Man, Game Over!" Aliens
Daniel, Ben and Tanya discuss the seminal Sci-Fi horror Classic “Aliens” 1986, Directed by James Cameron. This successful sequel film followed the lone survivor of the Nostromo Ripley, played by the extremely talented Sigourney Weaver.
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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1:09:53
"If You Could Only See What I've Seen With Your Eyes" Blade Runner
Daniel, Ben, and Tanya kick off Season 3 by travelling back in time to the year 2019 to discuss the 1982 Science Fiction thriller Cult Classic Blade Runner and it's impact on cinematic history as well as the landmark performances, visuals, musi...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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1:08:20
BONUS Episode: A Look Back at Season 2
Daniel, Ben and Tanya reflect on the episodes and wonderful guests who graced their little podcast in 2022 for Season 2 of Popped! MusicEverything Feels Newby Evgeny BardyuzhaLost-3246by Dany Dory
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Season 3
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Episode 0
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26:49
"O Face Space" and the Adventure of the Swingline Stapler
Daniel, Ben and Tanya clock in to review the 1999 box office flop yet CULT cable/video hit classic Office Space written and directed by Mick Judge (Beavis and Butthead, Idiocracy). Their Guest Hosts join them from...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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1:44:40
Stargate SG-1 25th Anniversary Episode
Daniel, Ben and Tanya talk about the Science Fiction phenomenon Stargate SG-1 (1997-2007). Based on the film of the same name released in 1994, SG-1 picks us shortly after and expands the story and Universe greatly. Our hosts will discus...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:59:49
Bonus Episode: Top 5 Vampire Films/Series
Daniel, ben, and Tanya try not to SUCK too much as they list their top 5 Vampire Films/Series. What's that? You sounds sick ... are you coffin? Muahahaah ... the puns and dads jokes land with the thud of a vampire bat that accidentally changed ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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47:35
"Brain Cloud, I knew it!" Joe Versus the Volcano
Daniel, Ben and Tanya leap into the 1990 cult classic Joe Versus the Volcano starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. Learn why this amazing little gem of a film was considered a flop in its time. Find out why you may want to question your career, life...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:08:24
"Great, one X-wing. We're saved": The Mandalorian Season 2
Daniel, Ben and Tanya explore the themes, stories and characters of Season 2 of the Disney + megahit, The Mandalorian. They do a brief episodic analysis highlighting the moments that popped for them and whether or not they feel the momentum car...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:59:46
