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We preview some of the biggest movies coming this fall and winter, including new films from Aaron Sorkin, David Fincher, Denis Villeneuve and more.
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How “Coyote vs. ACME” Escaped Hollywood Limbo | Culture Crash
After being shelved for years, Coyote vs. Acme finally made it to theaters. We look at its bizarre road to release and if it’s worth the watch.
The Places We Go When We Press Play: Why Music Breaks Through
Why does a song from decades ago bring back details you thought you’d forgotten? Princeton researcher Elizabeth Margulis looks at what happens when music sends our minds wandering, why certain songs become tied to specific chapters of our lives and what we lose when listening to music takes a backseat.
Why Married At First Sight Is Still One Wild Ride | Culture Crash
Married at First Sight turns marriage into a fast-track reality-TV experiment. The show is now on its 20th season and manages to still pack a punch.
Why Do We Love Vinyl Records So Much? | Culture Crash
Looking to get into vinyl records? We discuss why vinyl is making a comeback and will never really, in our opinion, go out of style.
Taylor Jenkins Reid Changes The Scenery | Culture Crash
From 1970s rock bands to old Hollywood and NASA, Taylor Jenkins Reid - the author of the popular book The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo - keeps changing settings while writing easy-to-understand, thoughtful stories that hook readers from the get-go.
Why The Odyssey Proves Christopher Nolan Can Still Go Bigger | Culture Crash
The recent film The Odyssey turns Homer’s ancient epic into a massive, visually daring blockbuster that’s brought audiences back to the theatre in record numbers.
Noah Kahan & The Joy Of Living In The Moment | Culture Crash
At Wrigley Field in Chicago, a recent Noah Kahan gave us an important reminder that music hits hardest when it’s messy, loud and shared in real time.
Why Superhero Movies Aren’t Saving The Box Office Anymore | Culture Crash
Supergirl arrives as audiences appear increasingly tired of familiar and overdone superhero formulas. We review if this upcoming release will stand out from all the rest.
Culture Crash: How Stephen King Built His Scariest Stories
Caroline Bicks’ Monsters in the Archive gives Stephen King fans a rare look at the drafts, revisions and creative choices behind some of his classic early horror stories.
Culture Crash: The Female Singers Expanding American Pop
As pop women continue to dominate, we highlight some other artists we think are worth adding to the mix.
Culture Crash: How Backrooms Turned An Internet Nightmare Into A Hit Movie
What started as a single eerie image online has become a full-fledged horror phenomenon. This week - we review the breakout movie hit Backrooms.
Culture Crash: From Viral Videos To Box Office Horror
We discuss how online comedians and YouTube creators are turning built-in fanbases into box office success.
Culture Crash: Are Movie Franchises Killing Creativity?
Is the Hollywood ‘franchise machine’ the downfall of great movies? We discuss if directors should balance their blockbuster hits with smaller indie pieces.
Culture Crash: Christopher Nolan Takes On The Odyssey
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is already stirring debate over how ancient stories should sound on screen. We review his latest Hollywood blockbuster.
After Live Nation And Ticketmaster’s Trial, Will Concerts Be Cheaper?
Concert tickets have skyrocketed in recent years, with Live Nation and Ticketmaster facing growing scrutiny over their control of the live music business. We look at the recent antitrust verdict against the companies and what it could mean for artists, independent venues and millions of fans across the U.S.
Culture Crash: “Beef” Season Two & The Cost Of Crossing The Wrong Person
We discuss how the viral Netflix show “Beef” turns a single conflict into a wider story about status, power, and how quickly everything in life can unravel.
Culture Crash: “The Drama” & The Case For Complicated Films
We review the newest film “The Drama” and why these distinctly unique movies are less common these days.
Culture Crash: Why AI Can’t Replace This Part Of Filmmaking
A.I. is all shiny and new in Hollywood, but we argue that traditional filmmaking still wins over audiences. We highlight the success of the recent film “Project Hail Mary” starring Ryan Gosling.
Viewpoints Explained: The Computer Chip Shakeup: Intel Vs. AMD
Intel created the processors found in most computers around the world and helped shape modern computing. Now, the legacy company is struggling to find a clear path forward in a crowded space. Will it reinvent itself and bounce back or end up in the tech graveyard?
Culture Crash: The Best Movies That Never Won Best Picture
Some of the most iconic films in history never won Best Picture. This episode looks at how timing, competition and Academy quirks shapes what gets remembered versus what’s overlooked.
Culture Crash: Is Late Night Officially Toast?
Late night isn’t losing talent, but it’s losing timing. By the time the monologue airs, the jokes have already made the rounds online. We cover the continued decline of late-night TV.
Culture Crash: Why “Shrinking” Feels Like The TV We Want Right Now
We look at why shows like “Shrinking” on Apple TV are growing in popularity. Is it that we - the audience - want more genuine, feel-good TV?
Culture Crash: A Version Of Harry Styles We Love To Hear
Harry Styles leans into upbeat, dance-driven pop on his latest album, “Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally.” We review the recent drop this week on Culture Crash.
