Will Soccer Finally Score Big in the U.S.?
We speak with soccer expert, G. Edward White about what’s driving this shift and why it took so long for soccer to take hold in America.
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Looking Through a New Lens: The Largest & Most Powerful Telescope Ever Built
We speak with astronomer Jacob Bean about how this telescope will lead to greater discoveries – including the hunt extraterrestrial life.
Culture Crash: Why We Can’t Get Onboard With CGI
This week – we talk about the abundance (and overuse) of computer-generated images in recent blockbuster film releases. We also highlight a couple new summer drops that we’re looking forward to.
Culture Crash: Is the Late-Night Talkshow Format Dead?
Jay Leno. David Letterman. Jimmy Fallon. Stephen Colbert. We highlight the rise and fall of late-night TV.
Has Artificial Intelligence Forever Changed the Music Industry?
We speak with two experts within the field about how artificial intelligence is forcing them to rethink the future of music artistry and production.
Would You Ever Spend $63,000 on a Pound of Rare Mushrooms? Some Chefs Say Yes
We highlight the many niche aspects of fine dining and how we can all takeaway some learning points to infuse it into our own cooking at home.
No Travel Plans This Summer? How To Make the Most Out of Where You Are Already
If traveling out of state this summer is out of the question (or you just want to spend more time at home), we offer up some ways to rediscover your own town, city, or region and gain a new perspective.
Culture Crash: A New Season of “Black Mirror”
For over a decade, British satirist Charlie Brooker has been writing/producing his hit Netflix anthology "Black Mirror." We highlight the recent drop of season 6.
Isaac Murphy: A Forgotten Sports Legend
We discuss the early history of horse racing in America and one African American jockey who made a lasting impact on the sport.
Culture Crash: A Foray Back Into Zelda
We dive into the popularity of the newest addition to the Zelda franchise, now available on Nintendo Switch, “Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom."
Cities Left Behind: The Reality of Population Decline
As people move past the pandemic, demographers wonder if certain migration trends will change. We discuss population trends and how they impact cities.
Culture Crash: Our Love For “Spider-Man”
In a time where “superhero fatigue” is setting in, “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,” now in theatres, is still breaking through.
The 10,000 Year Relationship: Our Long-Held Fascination & Love for Cats
Cats get a lot of hate across the world for being un-trainable, moody, and, at times, hard to figure out. We cover why these furry felines are unique.
Culture Crash: A Triumphant End to a Brilliant Show
“Succession” has all the elements of a prime family drama. An ultra-rich, very public family that has no shortage of drama, conflict, and greed. We discuss the show’s final season on HBO.
Culture Crash: A Review of the Thriller, “Missing”
We talk about the new-to-Netflix movie, “Missing” – a thriller that follows one daughter’s quest to find her missing loved ones who vanish while on a trip to Colombia.
The Toll of Excess Clothes Production
Fashion activist and expert Maxine Bedat talks about recent changes in the fast fashion landscape and the new focus now on legislation.
Culture Crash: A New Season of Summer Blockbusters
We highlight a few of the blockbuster films that we’re most looking forward to during the the upcoming summer of 2023.
Culture Crash: One Of Our Favorite Sci-Fi Reads
This week on Culture Crash, we highlight the six-part series “The Forward” – a riveting sci-fi read that’s full of twists and turns.
Culture Crash: Our Favorite Films To Watch With Our Mom’s
We touch on a few recent movie releases that are perfect picks to watch with your mom this Mother’s Day.
Culture Crash: The Coachella Let Down
We discuss musician, Frank Ocean’s recent performances - or lack thereof.
Is Hollywood Really Changing? The Diversity Debacle
We speak with media expert April Reign about the continued push to improve diversity & equity in all aspects of Hollywood.
The Untold Story of Edith Wilson
She’s known as Woodrow Wilson’s second wife and first lady, but Edith Wilson's story is much more fascinating than what meets the eye.
Culture Crash: Back to the Theatre
The box office is on a hot streak. We highlight some of our favorites so far this year.
Food’s Connection To Our Mental Health
We speak with food expert and author, Mary Beth Albright about food’s intimate connection to how we feel.
