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Flop Culture

Fionnuala Jones
Jonas Brothers
Kardashians
Joe Jonas
Nick Jonas
Showgirls
Gig Etiquette
Sex and the City
Kim Kardashian
The Bear
Burlesque
DNCE
Glastonbury Festival
Reality TV
Taylor Swift
Disney Channel
Patreon
Capitalism
Political Climate
Reality Television
Jennifer Lopez

This is Flop Culture - a podcast where we talk about our favourite flops.

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PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes336Founded3 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Artist and producer Elaine Mai joins Fionnuala to discuss Britney Spears' fourth album, In The Zone.

Get tickets to see Elaine in the Button Factory!

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Presenter and creator Vanessa Ogbonna joins Fionnuala to discuss the concept of The Song Of The Summer - does it still exist?

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Vanessa Ogbonna from The Traitors Ireland is here - talking life post show and what it was REALLY like during those roundtables ...

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Fionnuala and Zara are almost at the end of the Gilmore Girls' high school years!

Listen to the full episode now on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture

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Recent Guests

Vanessa Ogbonna
Winner of The Traitors Ireland Season One
Episode: Vanessa From The Traitors Ireland Talks Crying On Telly & *Those* Roundtables
Cian Sullivan
Music reviewer and guest on Flop Culture
Arena
Episode: Bop Or Flop - Taylor Swift's 'The Life Of A Showgirl' (with Cian Sullivan) [Patreon Preview]
Ross McCarney
Comedian and guest on Flop Culture
Episode: War Of The Worlds (2025) (with Ross McCarney)
Katelyn Divley
Contestant on The Traitors Ireland
Episode: The Traitors Ireland Katelyn Interview!
Chris Wasser
Arts journalist and film critic, known for insights on popular culture.
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Episode: Amy Adams' Flop Era (with Chris Wasser)
Grace Alice O'Shea
Sex and Intimacy Specialist, podcaster and author
Episode: Sex And The City 2 (with Grace Alice O'Shea)
Michael Fry
Actor and comedian
Episode: Chicken Run: Dawn Of The Nugget (with Michael Fry)
Alison Spittle
Comedian and podcaster known for her humor and insights on popular culture
Episode: Magazines (with Alison Spittle)
Tony Cantwell
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Episode: Movie Tie-In Games (with Tony Cantwell)

Host

Fionnuala
Host exploring pop culture flops with humor and insight.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 455 ratings
  • Fab podcast

    Such a great idea for a podcast series! Love it! Great guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Catriona12345
    Ireland2 years ago
  • A Bop About Flops

    Fab podcast, insightful, great guests, the most random pieces of pop culture history…please someone do The Saturdays 💜

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RyReid
    Ireland2 years ago
  • “Don’t ‘Flop’ Me Now..”

    ..“I’m having such a good time, I’m having a ball” listening to this podcast each week! Fionnuala is a wonderful, witty & warm host who always hits the mark. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R_Lynam
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Nostalgia laughs and gossip

    Love Fionnuala and love this show! A great trip down memory lane for some of the lesser known pop culture and tv moments

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    McWordStock
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Top of the flops!

    Love the concept and Fionnuala Jay and her content just in general ❤️😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    griffiji
    Ireland3 years ago

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There is a common appreciation for the show's unique concept, often describing it as a welcome departure from standard media commentary.
Multiple reviews highlight the quality of guests, suggesting they frequently offer compelling perspectives that enhance the discussions.
Listeners appreciate the humorous insights into pop culture flops, praising the engaging discussions and charming host.
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#213
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The Song Of The Summer (with Vanessa Ogbonna)
Q: What do you think makes a song qualify as the Song Of The Summer?
It has to be something that evokes strong emotions and is universally relatable during that season.
How Makeup Transcends Onscreen Flops (with Aisling Kelly)
Q: How is contemporary makeup in film influencing trends?
TV shows like Bridgerton are influencing makeup trends by modernizing classic beauty looks, despite being historically inaccurate.
How Makeup Transcends Onscreen Flops (with Aisling Kelly)
Q: Why do you think films like Showgirls have had lasting appeal?
People initially overlooked the beautiful details in Showgirls; social media has revived its aesthetics, allowing new audiences to appreciate them.
How Makeup Transcends Onscreen Flops (with Aisling Kelly)
Q: What separates good makeup versus bad makeup on screen?
Good makeup enhances character perception and stays true to the film's world, while bad makeup takes you out of it by revealing technical flaws.
SevHeads - S2 E8 "Sweet Vitriol" (with David Hammond)
Q: Do you think it's Harmony's mother's death that spurred her on to create severance?
It's debatable whether the concept of severance was birthed from her mother's pain or if Harmony sought to mitigate suffering through her work after her mother's death.

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This podcast explores the cultural significance of what is often termed 'flops' in entertainment, providing listeners with a humorous and insightful analysis of various media and pop culture elements that didn't quite hit the mark. Episodes feature discussions on everything from movies and music to television shows, allowing for a deep dive into their failures, oddities, and unexpected impacts on society. The hosts engage with guests who share personal anecdotes and critique mainstream narratives, ultimately transforming the perception of these so-called flops into engaging topics of discussion.

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2. Cian Sullivan
3. Ross McCarney
4. Katelyn Divley
5. Chris Wasser
6. Grace Alice O'Shea
7. Michael Fry
8. Alison Spittle

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