My Pop Five
Every artist has that one piece of pop culture that ultimately became their catalyst for wanting to create in the first place. Who are we kidding, it’s way more than one, but let’s narrow it down a bit. In our show, we bring on guests in the entertainment industry to break down five pieces of pop culture that had an influence on them or helped shape them to become the creators and innovators that they are today. Join us as we get nostalgic, geek out about the things we love, and ultimately learn just how influential pop culture is on who we are.
Podcasting since 2021 • 59 episodes
My Pop Five
Latest Episodes
Harmless: American Movie, Southland Tales, what.cd, House of Leaves, The Larry Sanders Show
Some records feel like they were built to survive the algorithm. by them, by you, by me is one of them. We sit down with Harmless to unpack how an album can be both tighter and fuller by saying no—no to bloat, no to trend-chasing, and yes to co...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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57:02
Arrows In Action: School of Rock, Mayday Parade, Fall Out Boy, Surf's Up, and Kingdom of Hearts
What do a classroom of kid rockers, a surfing penguin, and a keyblade have to do with a modern pop-rock band? We invited Arrows In Action to walk us through the five influences that actually shaped their sound and the world around their new rec...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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53:44
Our Pop Five (May 2025): Sinners, Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge, Garden State's 20th, Fargo, and The Studio
We explore five cultural touchstones that have captured our attention, ranging from new releases to beloved classics experiencing revival.• Ryan Coogler's "Sinners" blends 1930s blues culture with vampire horror while exploring themes o...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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45:55
Zack Quintana: Dark Side of The Moon, Be Here Now, Europe '72, Are You Experienced, and Purple Rain
Guitar prodigy Zack Quintana takes us through his remarkable musical journey, from picking up the guitar at age four to fronting bands by eight years old. With footage showing him shredding Hendrix solos as a child, it's no wonder the podcast h...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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59:56
SYML: Love Liza, "The Road", "Grace" by Jeff Buckley, jjjjound.com, and James Turrell
Step into the world of acclaimed musician SYML as he joins us for a powerful and introspective conversation about creativity, influence, and artistic evolution. From his early days with Barcelona to his current work as a solo artist, SYML refle...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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50:10