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Culture Crash

A weekly update on what’s new in American entertainment. Short and to the point, each Culture Crash episode focuses on a singular topic within TV, movies, music or books and breaks it down for listeners.

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Culture Crash: Getting Lost in the World of Video Games

>> April 19, 2020

Video games are a great way to pass time. As many of us are trying to do exactly that these days, we delve into the fantasy world and discuss some of our favorite classic and new release picks.

topics covered: COVID-19 Pandemic, Media and Entertainment, Video Games
Culture Crash: Taking the Time to Tuck into a Good Book

Culture Crash: Taking the Time to Tuck into a Good Book

>> April 12, 2020

During this period of social distancing, the constant screen time while working from home and watching Netflix can get to be a bit overwhelming. Viewpoints discusses some of our favorite classic reads by prominent authors.

topics covered: Commentary and Criticism, COVID-19 Pandemic, Health and Medicine, History, Literature and Writing, Live Sports, Media and Entertainment, Netflix, Reading, Screen Time

Culture Crash: Hollywood Hitting Pause on Business

>> April 5, 2020

Coronavirus has affected nearly every industry across the globe, including the entertainment biz. We discuss how several facets of Hollywood, from production to movie theatres, have adapted to the new reality.

topics covered: Business and Entrepreneurship, COVID-19 Pandemic, Disney+, Economics and Finance, Hollywood, Industry, Media and Entertainment, Movies

Culture Crash: Passing the Time During This Period of ‘Social Distancing’

>> March 29, 2020

We discuss some of the best selections now streaming on Netflix as millions turn to movies right now for evening entertainment.

topics covered: COVID-19 Pandemic, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Netflix

Culture Crash: The New Sci-Fi Mystery Series “Devs”

>> March 22, 2020

Devs has only released a handful of episodes on Hulu so far, but the sci-fi thriller has already generated a lot of buzz for its gripping plot and eerie feels. We dive into the limited series featuring leads Nick Offerman and newcomer, Sonoya Mizuno.

topics covered: Hulu, Media and Entertainment, Pop Culture, Streaming Media, TV

Culture Crash: The Appeal of Mystery Movies

>> March 15, 2020

From the classic 1985 film, Clue to the more recent release, Knives Out, the mystery genre can be just the right pick-me-up when you fall into a post-Oscar season movie slump. Viewpoints’ discusses some of our favorites from this genre.

topics covered: Media and Entertainment, Movies

Culture Crash: The Beauty of “Better Call Saul”

>> March 8, 2020

Better Call Saul is the show we never knew we needed after the hit show Breaking Bad came to a close. Season 5 of the show is now airing on AMC.

topics covered: Media and Entertainment, Netflix, Pop Culture, Streaming Media, TV

Culture Crash: The Endless Twists in NBC’s This Is Us

>> March 1, 2020

The hit drama, This Is Us has led its viewers down a puzzling, sometimes draining series of twists and turns throughout the last four seasons – but is the show finally fizzling out?

topics covered: Media and Entertainment, Pop Culture, TV

Culture Crash: The Joy of TV Comedy Specials

>> February 23, 2020

Sometimes you don't want a critically acclaimed show or Oscar-worthy movie, but rather something funny like a cheesy rom-com or a bit of classic stand-up. We discuss two Bo Burnham comedy specials that are now streaming on Netflix.

topics covered: Humor, Media and Entertainment, Netflix, Streaming Media, TV

Culture Crash: The Broadway Hit Hamilton Comes Alive Again

>> February 16, 2020

The writer of “Hamilton” Lin-Manuel Miranda is back at it again. Come October 2021, the Broadway play is set to hit theaters across the country. But will it be worth the watch?

topics covered: Culture and the Arts, Disney+, Media and Entertainment, Music, Pop Culture, Theater

Culture Crash: Remembering the Legend: Kobe Bryant

>> February 9, 2020

It can sometimes still feel unreal that NBA superstar Kobe Bryant is gone. The retired Los Angeles Lakers player was more than just an athlete, but a tremendous idol to millions of people across the world. We discuss his legacy and the fragility of life.

topics covered: Aging and Death, Athletes, Basketball, Celebrity, Children and Parenting, Family and Interpersonal Relationships, Media and Entertainment, Pop Culture, Sports and Recreation

Culture Crash: Scary Winter Reads

>> February 2, 2020

We explore Ian Reid’s horror novel, “I’m Thinking of Ending Things” that tops our list of scariest books of all time. It’s a quick read with a twisting plot that keeps you hooked all the way through.

topics covered: Literature and Writing, Netflix, Reading
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