Pop Culture Convos
By Pop Culture Convos
Pop Culture ConvosFeb 17, 2023
Your host's most anticipated projects of the year
“Your host's most anticipated projects of the year” is the 24th episode of The Miami Student’s entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
It’s 2023, and that means a whole new year of movies, music and TV to look forward to. From a bear that does cocaine to barbie, this is going to be a year to remember.
Today, Reece, Maggie and Sean will discuss the projects they are most excited for.
This podcast was produced and edited by Sean Scott, Maggie Peña, Reece Hollowell and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Cosette Gunter.
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Mariah Carey: The Queen of Christmas
“Mariah Carey: The Queen of Christmas” is the 23rd episode of The Miami Student’s entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
It's time — Mariah Carey has thawed. The pop-diva’s h“t Christmas song, “All I Want for Christmas Is You," has broken several records since its debut in 1994. Why does the world bow down to Mariah Carey every single year? And why has the time of her thawing moved up every year, from early December to Nov. 1?
Today, hosts Maggie Peña, Sean Scott and Reece Hollowell discuss this holiday enigma and Mariah Carey’s legacy.
This podcast was produced and edited by Sean Scott, Maggie Peña, Reece Hollowell and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Cosette Gunter.
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scottsr2@miamioh.edu
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penaml@miamioh.edu
Taylor Swift: The music industry
“Taylor Swift: the music industry” is the 22nd episode of The Miami Student’s entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
Taylor Swift shattered records with the release of her tenth studio album, “Midnights.” In an era of music where even big names like Drake and Adele struggle to sell units, how does Swift manage to stay so far ahead of the game?
Today, host Sean Scott is joined by assistant entertainment editor Reece Hollowell and staff writer Chloe Southard as they talk about the present and future of Taylor Swift and the music industry.
This podcast was produced and edited by Sean Scott and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Cosette Gunter.
Are runtimes too long?
“Are runtimes too long?” Is the 21st episode of The Miami Student’s entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
Movies and television episodes these days seem to be getting longer and longer, with no end in sight. But what’s driving this trend, and what does it mean for consumers? Today, co-hosts Maggie Peña and Sean Scott answer these questions and more with assistant entertainment editor Reece Hollowell.
This podcast was produced and edited by Sean Scott, Maggie Peña and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Cosette Gunter.
Is Disney stuck in the past?
“Is Disney stuck in the past?” Is the 20th episode of The Miami Student’s entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
Each year, Disney hosts D23, its own personal Comic Con to show off upcoming projects and announce new ones. This year, though, it was clear that the company has little room for original works in its future. Today, co-hosts Maggie Peña and Sean Scott are joined by Reece Hollowell and Abbey Elizondo to discuss what Disney’s focus on the past means for the company’s future.
This podcast was produced and edited by Sean Scott, Maggie Peña and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Cosette Gunter.
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scottsr2@miamioh.edu
@maggieloup
penaml@miamioh.edu
"Don't Worry Darling" and the future of Harry Styles
"'Don't Worry Darling' and the future of Harry Styles" is the 19th episode of The Miami Student’s entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
“Don’t Worry Darling” has been one of the most overexposed films in recent memory, with press fueled by the rifts between its director and stars. If no press is bad press, this movie could be huge, but what will that mean for everyone behind it?
Today, co-hosts Maggie Peña and Sean Scott talk about how this film’s drama could impact Florence Pugh, Olivia Wilde and Harry Styles, plus what it may mean for the box office.
This podcast was produced and edited by Sean Scott, Maggie Peña, Sarah Grace Hays and Luke Macy with supervising production by Cosette Gunter.
The streaming wars
"The Streaming Wars" is the 18th episode of The Miami Student’s entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
Many people have replaced their cable television with streaming services; whether it be Netflix, Apple TV+, Hulu or HBO Max, there’s no denying streaming has had success over the past two decades. But where is streaming today, and where will it be in 10 years? Today, co-hosts Maggie Peña and Sean Scott are joined by staff writer Luke Macy to discuss the history and trajectory of streaming platforms.
This podcast was produced and edited by Sean Scott, Maggie Peña, Luke Macy and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by our editor-in-chief Cosette Gunter.
The past, present and future of fandoms
"The past, present and future of fandoms" is the 17th episode of The Miami Student’s entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
By now, everyone knows what a fandom is, whether their first mental image is the BTS Army or Harry Potter Millennials. But is there a dark side? Today, co-hosts Maggie Peña and Sean Scott are joined by staff writer Reece Hollowell to discuss the history and trajectory of fandoms today.
This podcast was produced and edited by Sean Scott, Maggie Peña and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Cosette Gunter.
@seanrscottt
scottsr2@miamioh.edu
@maggieloup
penaml@miamioh.edu
The next Hollywood greats
"The next Hollywood greats?" is the 16th episode of The Miami Student’s entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
Between streaming, television, social media and film, there are more ways than ever for young people to make it to Hollywood. But who’s in the business for the long haul? This week, hosts Maggie Peña and Sean Scott guess who will be the biggest stars of tomorrow
This podcast was produced and edited by Sean Scott, Maggie Peña and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Cosette Gunter.
@seanrscottt
scottsr2@miamioh.edu
@maggieloup
penaml@miamioh.edu
Will superhero movies ever retire?
"Will superhero movies ever retire?" is the 15th episode of The Miami Student’s entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
This week, new hosts Maggie Peña and Sean Scott answer the question; Are superhero movies here to stay, or will they fall from grace like the westerns and musicals of the past?”
This podcast was produced and edited by Sean Scott, Maggie Peña and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Cosette Gunter.
Hot Hollywood Headlines
"Hot Hollywood Headlines" is the 14th episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
This week, your hosts David and Sean discuss the latest headlines in the entertainment world from Encanto to Kanye West.
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Tim Carlin.
The Death of the Author
"The Death of the Author" is the 12th episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
This week, the hosts discuss the concept of “The Death of the Author” in relation to controversial creators like Joss Whedon and J.K. Rowling.
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Tim Carlin.
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Winter Break Pop Culture Round-Up
"Winter Break Pop Culture Round-Up" is the 12th episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
This week, entertainment editor David Kwiatkowski is joined by EIC Tim Carlin and managing editor Briah Lumpkins to discuss all the media they consumed over winter break.
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Tim Carlin.
2021: A Year in Review
"2021: A Year in Review" is the 11th episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
This week on Pop Culture Convos our entertainment editor David Kwiatkowski sits down with assistant entertainment editors Sean Scott and Maggie Peña to discuss their favorite media moments from 2021. From television to albums, they talk about hits, misses and everything in between.
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Tim Carlin.
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Who runs the music industry?
"Who runs the music industry?" is the 10th episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos
This week on Pop Culture Convos our entertainment editor David Kwiatkowski sits down with assistant entertainment editors Sean Scott and Maggie Peña to discuss who is the music industry.
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Tim Carlin.
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kwiatkdm@miamioh.edu
@seanrscottt
scottsr2@miamioh.edu
@maggieloup
penaml@miamioh.edu
Why Do A24 Horror Movies Hit Different?
"Why Do A24 Horror Movies Hit Different?" is the 9th episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos
This week on Pop Culture Convos our entertainment editor David Kwiatkowski sits down with assistant entertainment editor Sean Scott to discuss the history of A24 and why they make the best horror movies.
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Tim Carlin.
@kwiatkdm
kwiatkdm@miamioh.edu
@seanrscottt
scottsr2@miamioh.edu
Nicki Minaj vs. The Barbs
"Nicki Minaj vs. The Barbs" is the 8th episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos
This week on Pop Culture Convos our editor-in-chief Tim Carlin and entertainment editor David Kwiatkowski have a candid conversation about being devout Nicki Minaj fans while also realizing the implications of her controversies.
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski and Sarah Grace Hays with supervising production by Tim Carlin.
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kwiatkdm@miamioh.edu
The box office is back: What to look forward to
"The box office is back: What to look forward to" is the 7th episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
This week on Pop Culture Convos our host David Kwiatkowski is joined by assistant entertainment editors, Sean Scott and Maggie Peña to discuss the movies coming to theaters this fall. From musicals to Marvel, they discuss casting, history and what they are excited about.
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski, Sarah Grace Hays and Maggie Peña with supervising production by Tim Carlin.
Correction: In this podcast, the hosts reported Top Gun: Maverick’s release date as November 19, 2021. However, since the recording of this podcast, Top Gun: Maverick’s release date has been pushed to May 27, 2022. Additionally, the Ghostbusters: Afterlife release date was pushed from November 11, 2021 to November 19, 2021.
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kwiatkdm@miamioh.edu
@maggieloup
penaml@miamioh.edu
2021 Oscars review
"2021 Oscar review" is the 7th episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
This week on Pop Culture Convos our host, David Kwiatkowski, is joined by our two multimedia editors, Sarah Grace Hays and Maggie Peña, to discuss the 2021 Oscars: what was good, what was bad and everything in between.
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski, Sarah Grace Hays and Maggie Peña, with supervising production by Tim Carlin.
2021 Oscar predictions
"2021 Oscar predictions" is the 6th episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos
This week on Pop Culture Convos our host David Kwiatkowski discusses his predictions for the upcoming 2021 Oscars. After the Oscars air, he will be joined by our two multimedia editors, Sarah Grace Hays and Maggie Peña, to discuss the outcomes.
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski, Sarah Grace Hays and Maggie Peña with supervising production by our editor-in-chief, Tim Carlin.
"Framing Britney Spears" - A cultural revolution
"'Framing Britney Spears' - A cultural revolution" is the 5th episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
This week on Pop Culture Convos, our host (and resident #FreeBritney supporter) David Kwiatkowski is joined by former entertainment and Miami grad, Will Gorman, managing editor, Briah Lumpkins, and our new EIC, Tim Carlin, for a discussion on the recent New York Times documentary, "Framing Britney Spears."
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski, Briah Lumpkins, Sarah Grace Hays and Maggie Peña, with supervising production by Tim Carlin.
Black artistry in the award show circuit
"Black artistry in the award show circuit" is the 4th episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos
In honor of Black History Month, Pop Culture Convos host David Kwiatkowski sits down with campus & community editor Briah Lumpkins to discuss Black artistry in the award show circuit.
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski, Briah Lumpkins, Sarah Grace Hays and Maggie Peña with supervising production by Chris Vinel.
Black Representation on Screen
"Black Representation on Screen" is the third episode of The Miami Student's entertainment podcast, Pop Culture Convos.
In honor of Black History Month, Pop Culture Convos host David Kwiatkowski sits down with campus & community editor Briah Lumpkins and staff writers, Sara Bey and Justeen Jackson, to discuss black representation on screen.
This podcast was produced and edited by David Kwiatkowski, Briah Lumpkins, Sarah Grace Hays and Maggie Peña with supervising production by Chris Vinel.