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Culture Crash: Saying Yes to Jordan Peele’s “Nope”

>> August 14, 2022

We cover the release of "Nope" – a new film written, directed and produced by sketch comic turned superstar director Jordan Peele.

topics covered: Commentary and Criticism, Culture and the Arts, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Pop Culture
ListenCulture Crash: Saying Yes to Jordan Peele’s “Nope”

Culture Crash: Our Favorite Sci-Fi Film Picks

>> July 24, 2022

From “Interstellar” to “Solaris”, we love a good sci-fi movie that transports us to a new dimension and time. We highlight some of our favorites and why the genre continues to be popular.

topics covered: Commentary and Criticism, Culture and the Arts, Future, Movies, Pop Culture, Science and Technology, Technology
ListenCulture Crash: Our Favorite Sci-Fi Film Picks

Culture Crash: The World of Harry Potter

>> July 17, 2022

Are you more of a Harry Potter book fan or film fan? We discuss this expansive wizarding world this week on Culture Crash.

topics covered: Book/Movie Adaptation, Culture and the Arts, Literature and Writing, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Pop Culture
ListenCulture Crash: The World of Harry Potter

Culture Crash: The Box Office Boom

>> July 10, 2022

We explore some of our favorite films at the box office that have struck gold so far this summer.

topics covered: Business and Entrepreneurship, Culture and the Arts, Media and Entertainment, Movie Industry, Movies, Pop Culture
ListenCulture Crash: The Box Office Boom

Culture Crash: The Newest Offerings Out to Stream Now

>> July 3, 2022

We explore some of the latest TV shows and movies now available on streaming platforms from Netflix to HBO Max.

topics covered: Culture and the Arts, HBO Max, Hulu, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Netflix, Pop Culture, Streaming Media, TV Series
ListenCulture Crash: The Newest Offerings Out to Stream Now

Culture Crash: The True Viewing Experience

>> June 26, 2022

We discuss the dilemma of cropping full screen shows and films to fit our modern, widescreen TV’s. Many who are against this edit argue that changing the format ruins the originality and nostalgia of the media.

topics covered: Cinematography, Disney+, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Netflix, Streaming Media, TV Series
ListenCulture Crash: The True Viewing Experience

Culture Crash: Pow! HBO Max Battles Superhero Fatigue

>> June 12, 2022

Yearning for shows with that classic, comic book feeling? HBO Max is here to save the day. With its new additions of Batman Beyond and Batman: The Animated Series, you can get back to your superhero roots.

topics covered: HBO Max, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Streaming Media, TV Series
ListenCulture Crash: Pow! HBO Max Battles Superhero Fatigue

Culture Crash: A Long-Awaited Sequel to “Top Gun”

>> May 22, 2022

Almost 40 years later, there’s a sequel to the popular classic, “Top Gun”. This time it’s “Top Gun: Maverick” and still features Tom Cruise, but he’s joined by an entourage of other well-known names in Hollywood. We discuss this highly anticipated theater release.

topics covered: Culture and the Arts, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Pop Culture
ListenCulture Crash: A Long-Awaited Sequel to “Top Gun”

Culture Crash: The Mid-Tier Movies

>> May 1, 2022

We highlight some of the movies that aren’t quite worthy of an Oscar nomination but are still entertaining and worth the watch.

topics covered: Hulu, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Netflix, Streaming Media
ListenCulture Crash: The Mid-Tier Movies

Culture Crash: The Many Multiverses

>> April 24, 2022

This week on Culture Crash: we break down the new release from A24 in theaters now, titled Everything Everywhere All At Once.

topics covered: Culture and the Arts, Movies, Pop Culture
ListenCulture Crash: The Many Multiverses

Culture Crash: The Sci-Fi Film Genre

>> April 17, 2022

From “Interstellar” to “Solaris”, we love a good sci-fi movie that transports us to a new dimension and time. We highlight some of our favorites and why the genre continues to be popular.

topics covered: Culture and the Arts, Future, Movies, Pop Culture, Science and Technology, Technology
ListenCulture Crash: The Sci-Fi Film Genre

Caring For an Aging Population

>> March 27, 2022

So often we talk about the healthcare system and the patients themselves, but what about the caregivers who provide these services to the aging population? In many cases, this role falls on family members' shoulders, and for this group, it can be all too easy to quickly lose sight of personal health, wellness and relationships.

topics covered: Aging and Death, American Culture and History, Elderly and Senior Citizens, Family and Interpersonal Relationships, Government and Politics, Health and Medicine, Healthcare, Media and Entertainment, Mental Health, Movies, Social Work
ListenCaring For an Aging Population

Culture Crash: The Darker “Batman”

>> March 20, 2022

"The Batman" starring Robert Pattinson has dominated box office charts the last couple of weeks. We discuss if the new take on the classic franchise is worth the hype.

topics covered: Cinematography, Culture and the Arts, HBO Max, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Pop Culture
ListenCulture Crash: The Darker “Batman”
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Culture Crash: Never Getting Tired of the Film, “The Prestige”

>> March 6, 2022

The Prestige was released in 2006 and features some of Hollywood’s biggest names, including Christian Bale, Hugh Jackman and Michael Caine. We discuss why it’s a remarkable movie that never gets old watch after watch.

topics covered: Amazon Prime Video, Hollywood, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Streaming Media
ListenCulture Crash: Never Getting Tired of the Film, “The Prestige”
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Culture Crash: 2022 Best Picture Nominees

>> February 20, 2022

From Belfast to King Richard, we breakdown this year’s highly anticipated list of Academy Award ‘Best Picture’ nominees. The Oscars will be held on March 27, 2022.

topics covered: Apple TV+, Awards, Best Picture, Book/Movie Adaptation, HBO Max, Hulu, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Netflix, Oscars, Pop Culture, Streaming Media
ListenCulture Crash: 2022 Best Picture Nominees
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Culture Crash: A Fresh Take on “Nightmare Alley”

>> February 13, 2022

We discuss the new film, “Nightmare Alley” which is a remake of the 1947 film of the same title. It’s filled with a star-studded cast and does not disappoint. Hear why this movie makes our ‘Best of 2021 Films’ list.

topics covered: Book/Movie Adaptation, HBO Max, Hulu, Literature and Writing, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Pop Culture, Streaming Media
ListenCulture Crash: A Fresh Take on “Nightmare Alley”
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Culture Crash: The Debut of “Shiva Baby”

>> January 30, 2022

New writer & director Emma Seligman is generating a lot of buzz across Hollywood. This week, we discuss her debut film, “Shiva Baby” that’s now streaming on HBO Max.

topics covered: Culture and the Arts, HBO Max, Hollywood, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Pop Culture, Streaming Media
ListenCulture Crash: The Debut of “Shiva Baby”

Culture Crash: Catching Up On Recent Releases

>> January 16, 2022

We binge and review some of the new movies we’ve missed in recent months, including a critique of “The Novice” and “Mass”.

topics covered: Amazon Prime Video, Culture and the Arts, Current Events, HBO Max, Hollywood, Independent Media, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Pop Culture, Streaming Media
ListenCulture Crash: Catching Up On Recent Releases
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Culture Crash: “Spider-Man” Nostalgia

>> January 9, 2022

We rewind back to 2002 to the very first “Spider-Man” movie starring a young Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst. The iconic film started it all and led to decades of spin-offs.

topics covered: Media and Entertainment, Movies, Pop Culture
ListenCulture Crash: “Spider-Man” Nostalgia
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Culture Crash: Spider-Man’s Back Once Again

>> January 2, 2022

The new film release, "Spider-Man: No Way Home" is a massive blockbuster hit. We discuss what makes these crossover movies such a success and what’s coming up next in the Marvel universe.

topics covered: Hollywood, Media and Entertainment, Movies
ListenCulture Crash: Spider-Man’s Back Once Again

Culture Crash: A New Perspective on the Fab Four

>> December 12, 2021

Exclusive to Disney+, the new documentary, "Get Back" follows The Beatles in their natural element as they record the album "Let It Be".

topics covered: Culture and the Arts, Disney+, History, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Music, Music Industry, Pop Culture, Streaming Media
ListenCulture Crash: A New Perspective on the Fab Four
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Culture Crash: A Review of “Tick, Tick… Boom!”

>> December 5, 2021

We share why we think the new Netflix release, "Tick, Tick…Boom!" is perhaps the best musical movie of 2021.

topics covered: Commentary and Criticism, Culture and the Arts, Holidays and Traditions, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Music, Netflix, Streaming Media, Theater
ListenCulture Crash: A Review of “Tick, Tick… Boom!”
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Culture Crash: A New Portrayal of Princess Diana

>> November 21, 2021

Actress Kristen Stewart plays Princess Diana in the highly anticipated release, “Spencer”. We highlight Stewart’s performance and what we loved about this new take on the late royal.

topics covered: Acting, Awards, Cinematography, Commentary and Criticism, Culture and the Arts, History, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Oscars, Pop Culture
ListenCulture Crash: A New Portrayal of Princess Diana

Culture Crash: The Thanksgiving Sitcom Classics

>> November 14, 2021

We explore some of our favorite Thanksgiving-themed episodes to get you in the holiday spirit. We touch on multiple “Friends” features to classic Thanksgiving installments of “The Simpsons” that never get old.

topics covered: American Culture and History, Christmas, Culture and the Arts, Football, Halloween, Holidays and Traditions, Media and Entertainment, Movies, Sports and Recreation, Thanksgiving, TV Series
ListenCulture Crash: The Thanksgiving Sitcom Classics
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