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Trying to keep up with the latest in pop culture? We’ve got you covered. The Pop Culture Happy Hour podcast helps you find the best new binge-worthy tv shows, movies, music, and videogames.Join hosts Linda Holmes, Aisha Harris, Stephen Thompson, and Glen Weldon four episodes a week - plus a rotating cast of guest pop culture enthusiasts. It’s your fix for reviews, recommendations, and recaps of th... more

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Recent Guests

Soraya Nadia McDonald
Cultural critic, journalist, and the senior criticism editor for The Rumpus
Episode: The Lowdown
Shamira Ibrahim
Culture writer and critic
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Episode: Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother
Roxana Hadadi
Vulture TV critic
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Episode: Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother
Roxana Haddaddy
Vulture TV critic
Vulture
Episode: Digger and What’s Making Us Happy
Bob Mandello
NPR film critic
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Episode: Digger and What’s Making Us Happy
Trayvall Anderson
Journalist and host of the movie review podcast Seated
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Episode: A Different World
Char Josel
Entertainment journalist and contributor
Episode: A Different World
Jean Demby
Host of NPR's Code Switch podcast
Code Switch (NPR)
Episode: Primetime and What's Making Us Happy
Patrick Brammall
Actor known for Colin from Accounts, starring in Last Seen
Colin from Accounts / Last Seen
Episode: Last Seen

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Glen Weldon
Host of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour / NPR
Linda Holmes
Host of Pop Culture Happy Hour / NPR
Aisha Harris
Co-host of Pop Culture Happy Hour
Stephen Thompson
Host of NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 16.2k ratings
  • My favourite source of pop culture news

    I trust the core four with my life!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Luckybug5
    Canada13 days ago
  • Happy Hour Indeed

    Pop Culture Happy Hour is a lovely way to wind down on the drive home or a weekend afternoon. Aisha Harris, Linda Holmes, and Glen Weldon bring insightful, delightful commentary to all kinds of pop culture. I love hearing them talk about things I already know about and am always excited to hear their recommendations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hagsploitated
    United States20 days ago
  • Keeps me up to date

    I thoroughly enjoy pop culture happy hour and the insights it gives me about shows that I enjoy. It has also led me to new must sees, must reads and must plays. This newish show structure to play a brief clip from the episode at the beginning is annoying. Inevitably I think that my podcast has skipped ahead. They should revisit this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hkfhbndn
    United States25 days ago
  • Qua-li-ty

    This show is a favorite and always on rotation! Your latest episode on the hidden money behind music was fantastic 👌 great discussion and interesting points. Thank you for always bringing quality content to the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah Ellesse
    United Statesa month ago
  • PCHH is my favorite podcast

    Been listening to it for years. Great hosts, all charming, delightful, and informed. It helps keep me up to date with all movies, shows, music, etc, even though I don’t consume them so much. And my favorite thing is that it helps me find the language and tools to analyze piece of work, which has helped me in other aspects of my life. Keep up the great work guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cechanique
    United Statesa month ago

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Jay-Z
Q: Why did they choose a visual, HBO format instead of a podcast, and does the visual element add value?
The hosts feel the visuals elevate the material, giving it high-art appeal, but also argue the two-man setup with minimal action may limit clarity and depth compared to a tighter, audio-focused format.
Jay-Z
Q: Who do you think this series was meant for, and is it doing what it set out to do?
Shamira Ibrahim suggests that the series may be targeted at broader audiences beyond hardcore fans, offering a historical and artistic perspective but not delivering unexpectedly new insights into Jay-Z's life or lyricism.
Digger and What’s Making Us Happy
Q: What did you think of Digger?
The consensus is that the film is audacious and polarizing, with strong performances and striking production design, though its long, didactic stretches may frustrate some viewers; overall it's seen as a bold, thought-provoking entry that will spark debate and Oscar conversations.
Crew Girl
Q: What do you think about Crew Girl overall as a teen drama?
The panelists have mixed feelings: some find it pleasant with watchable performances and stylish production, while others critique the lead chemistry, plot holes, and pacing, noting it sits between gateway viewing and more mature teen fare.
The hidden money financing your favorite songs
Q: What are the ethical concerns creators have about these paid posts?
Creators often feel uneasy about selling out and worry about the lack of transparency and clear disclosures in sponsorships.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pop Culture Happy Hour

What is Pop Culture Happy Hour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively, opinionated roundtable that blends thoughtful film and TV criticism with playful banter and broad pop culture coverage. Episodes feature hosts analyzing recent releases, exploring genre history, and weighing production choices, often bringing in guests from journalism, music, and television criticism to broaden the perspective. The mix of rigorous analysis, warm camaraderie, and spoiler-averse recaps makes it accessible for casual listeners while still offering insights valuable to marketers and sponsors looking to align with culturally savvy, media-aware audiences. A notable strength is the sustained panel dynamic—warm, curious, and respectful of differing viewpoints—paired with timely discussions about current releases and indus... more

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1. Soraya Nadia McDonald
2. Shamira Ibrahim
3. Roxana Hadadi
4. Roxana Haddaddy
5. Bob Mandello
6. Trayvall Anderson
7. Char Josel
8. Jean Demby

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