Can you say more about the "ick" for someone whose main access to pop-culture is Marvel movies? hahah
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Thoughts on "Heated Rivalry" and cultural shifts?
I was part of a conversation recently where someone brought up the show heated rivalry, and how it evidenced big cultural shifts, some of which include: 1) gay actors playing gay characters, rather than straight actors playing gay character or gay actors playing straight... The best movie not many people have seen is Let it Ride 1989
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What are you watching?
What TV shows is everyone watching right now? What are you looking forward to?
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Speaking of maturing, do you think Entourage would still get made today? My guess is it wouldn't, and maybe that's a good thing, from the point of view of cultural evolution? But maybe it isn't? I'm not sure..... Read the full post Have you ever had to?
In the spirit of Risk and Reward. I give you the lyrics of The Mighty Mighty Boss Tones, and ask the same question. Have you ever had to knock on wood? Have you ever had the odds stacked up so high You need a strength most don't possess?... - JohnR...
Movies You Should Watch But May Not Even Know About
There are hundreds of movies released each year. Only a small percentage make it to large scale theatrical screenings. Hidden from general public sight, there are always a crop of movies that deserve attention. is a start.... - Jk...
Just About Famous
Just saw a documentary film that was released on Netflix a few years back called Just About Famous. Although its subject matter is a popular documentary trope of follow individuals in a niche field, this film is extremely entertaining.... It did get him in the end! Gollum ftw/l!
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What's a category of kids books you have strong opinions on, and what are the opinions? What's the best local newspaper for San Fran? Who is a person you wish more regular news reader people got regular news/politics updates from? What's your go to elevator joke?... Read the full post After spending some time as a radio DJ, I got my fill of "middle of the road" pop music. Now I creep back once and a while to hear some 80's songs. On my Valentines Day podcast I mention what I consider the near-perfect "young love" song: The Hollies "Bus Stop." (1960's).... AMA with Ali Beiner
Wednesday 2/4 at 11:00 AM CT
Kainos host Alexander Beiner exploring cultural sensemaking around psychedelics, popular culture, philosophy, psychology, alternative economics, and spirituality.
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I'm wondering how many of you have backed away from "fame." It comes in all sizes. The joke about people in radio broadcasting is that it is "the lowest wrung of the entertainment ladder." Even if true, it is still brutal.... It's incredible. Peak Godzilla movie. Deeply moving, culturally resonant, action packed, and fantastic pacing (with one unfortunate wobble). I also recommend Shin Godzilla, (the most recent Japanese Godzilla movie before this), although it's VEEEERRRY different, drier, sillier,... On the Turntable: “Electric” by Pet Shop Boys (2013)
On the Turntable: “Electric” by Pet Shop Boys, x2 Records, 2013. Rating: 8/10 The first (and best) of their three albums with producer Stuart Price caused a welcome bit of whiplash.... Men Without Hats On the Moon
Men Without Hats have a new album out today called Men Without Hats On the Moon. More than 40 years after “The Safety Dance”, the band are still touring and recording. Earlier this year, they released the single “I Love the 80’s”, a song which I found a little embarrassing.... On the Turntable: "The Lexicon of Love" by ABC (1983)
On the Turntable: “The Lexicon of Love” by ABC, Mercury Records, 1983. Rating 10/10. No photo description available. An ageless new wave masterpiece - 40 years on, it’s just as stylish and exciting as it ever was.... - Philip...
Anyone else super excited to see the sequel to This Is Spinal Tap? : )
- onHave you heard the controversy surrounding Sabrina Carpenter's new album? For a taste, check out this article on the album art or this twitter thread.by
Some disparate (maybe contradicting?) thoughts- I don't think a lot of straight,cis men are listening to Sabrina Carpenter. So, I wonder about who the target audience is of the album, the image, her lyrics. I think it's women.... Have you heard the controversy surrounding Sabrina Carpenter's new album? For a taste, check out this article on the album art or this twitter thread. What do you think of Carpenter's work, the public's reaction? Does it even matter?... Read the full post