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Pop Goes Your World: Gen-X vs. Millennial Pop Culture

Chris McBrien
Pop Culture
Star Wars
Barbie
Bachelor Party
Robocop
Robert Redford
Superbad
1984
Legally Blonde
Platoon
Vietnam War
Snatch
Beer
Idiocracy
Crimson Tide
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
Reese Witherspoon
Mr. Mom
1999
The Fifth Element

Pop Goes Your World is a pop culture podcast that features both Gen-X and Millennial movies, TV shows and music.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes394Founded10 years ago
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Film ReviewsTV & Film

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Latest Episodes

Episode 358: Movies About Royalty

Chris and Derek talk about movies that feature royalty in some way (kings, queens, princes/princesses). The guys then run down their personal top 5 movies about royalty.

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Episode 357: “Tropic Thunder”: (2008): Movie Review

Chris and Derek go back to 2008 to review the Hollywood parody movie, “Tropic Thunder”. They discuss the box office, cast, scenes, quotes, themes and how the film has held up over the years.

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Episode 356: “Octopussy”: (1983): Movie Review

Chris and Derek go back to 1983 to review the James Bond movie, “Octopussy” starring Roger Moore and Maud Adams. They discuss the box office, cast, scenes, themes and that questionable title! 

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Episode 355: “Shrinking”: TV Show Review

Chris and Derek talk about season 1-3 of “Shrinking” (2023-2026) starring Jason Segel, Harrison Ford and Jessica Williams. They discuss the cast, scenes, themes and more about the show. 

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Recent Guests

Robert Rose
Podcaster and former Chopped contestant
Episode: Episode 289: TV Cooking Shows
Greg Martin
Music and film enthusiast
Episode: Episode 281: “Scarface” (1983): Movie Review
Kaye Myers
Returning guest and movie trivia expert
Episode: Episode 278: “Barbie” (2023): Movie Review

Hosts

Chris McBride
Host of Pop Goes Your World, often steering discussions and introducing topics.
Derek Myers
Co-host who introduces topics, guides discussion, and provides commentary.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • 80’s kid who found a home

    Awesome production. Love how you’s don’t have to agree with each others comments or reviews and still sound like you’s are having a great time. I’m having a great time listening to it. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CCJDMJ
    Canada4 months ago
  • Fun and Entertaining Show

    It’s a fun listen hearing films broken down from the Gen X and Millennial perspective. Can tell how much the hosts enjoy the subjects they talk about

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    michaelburgett
    United States3 years ago
  • Great show!

    Amazing content and professional production quality. Overall a wonderful show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pmintheamfan
    United States3 years ago
  • Like Chatting With Friends!

    Really enjoying this show! I’m always collecting fun and informative shows and this is a great one, with very listenable hosts! I will never tire of listening to people who know what they are talking about describe their favorite things and that’s exactly what this is!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Littleb3
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Concept!

    This has become one of my favorite shows! The amount of content they can pack into one episode is great for a mind like mine. Derek and Chris has that chemistry we all want in our favorite show. And if you love dad jokes, there is always one guaranteed for you every show. Follow Pop Goes Your World now!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael Govier
    United States4 years ago

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Audience values thoughtful analysis paired with entertaining, lighthearted moments.
Listeners praise strong host chemistry and engaging banter.
Fans highlight nostalgia-driven insights and well-structured episodes.

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Episode 344: “Platoon” (1986): Movie Review
Q: Was Barnes a villain or a product of the war?
Both; he plays the system to his advantage, knowing how to manipulate the chain of command.
Episode 344: “Platoon” (1986): Movie Review
Q: Do you think this film feels more real than other war movies?
Yes, this movie has a tremendous amount of credibility because it's largely autobiographical based on Oliver Stone's real-life experiences.
Episode 344: “Platoon” (1986): Movie Review
Q: What was your overall first impression of watching the movie this week?
I definitely enjoyed it and I can understand why it won the Oscar and why it was critically acclaimed.
Episode 345: “Superbad” (2007): Movie Review
Q: What is the highest grossing R-rated comedy of all time?
The Hangover was the highest grossing R-rated comedy of all time as of 2009.
Episode 345: “Superbad” (2007): Movie Review
Q: What do you think about it as a time capsule of the mid 2000s?
I thought it was a very good time capsule; it still holds up.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts fuse Gen-X nostalgia with Millennial perspectives to dissect pop culture across movies, TV, and music. Episodes emphasize cross-generational dialogue, in-depth film reviews, nostalgic trivia, and playful banter, often highlighting chemistry between hosts and a mix of careful analysis and lighthearted riffs. Noteworthy elements include strong production quality, recurring nostalgia-driven segments, and a format that blends thoughtful critique with accessible nostalgia, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy cross-generational conversations about iconic media.

Overall, the show stands out for its effective pairing of generations, engaging debates, and well-structured segments (lists, trivia, and pick-the-flick style discussions... more

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