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The End of The Pop Culture Show, But...
Feb. 27, 2023

The End of The Pop Culture Show, But...

The Pop Culture Show has had a fantastic run, and we have some special news. The show has been acquired by Cumulus Media and is now a part of The Cumulus Podcast Network. We are now The Morning X with …

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The True Crime Program You Can't Miss + James Corden's Replacement + Beloved MTV Show Returns
May 19, 2022

The True Crime Program You Can't Miss + James Corden's Replacement + …

Barnes has a new true crime podcast to share that is a can't miss. MTV is bringing back a beloved show but flushing the old cast and they are making a ridiculous decision on adding another show to a successful …

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RIP Naomi Judd + Hear The New Lady Gaga from Top Gun Maverick
May 2, 2022

RIP Naomi Judd + Hear The New Lady Gaga from Top Gun Maverick

Sad news over the weekend with the passing of Naomi Judd. Leslie is on the front lines at CMT and has the official family statement and unique insight. A docuseries you thought was over returns with new information after the …

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What to Watch: Hot Picks & Misses for Theaters & Streamers
May 1, 2022

What to Watch: Hot Picks & Misses for Theaters & Streamers

One of streaming's biggest hits is coming to end. Barnes has a new limited series he bailed on after one episode. New docuseries is out on bad people and the first episode is "hot". Netflix launches "Bullsh*t". The Godfather is …

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New Kim K Sex Tape Owner + Hear Ellen's Goodbye as The Ellen Show Ends
April 30, 2022

New Kim K Sex Tape Owner + Hear Ellen's Goodbye as The Ellen Show Ends

We've got a review of the new Nicolas Cage movie. There's a peculiar new owner of the Kim Kardashian sex tape. George Michael narrates his new doc from the grave. Tiger Woods down the aisle? Johnny Depp is an inferno …

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Major Late Night Host Walking Away + Wilde Story + Amanda Bynes Sending Mixed Signals
April 29, 2022

Major Late Night Host Walking Away + Wilde Story + Amanda Bynes Sendi…

Will Elon Musk change Twitter? A major late night show has announced he is walking away. Justin Bieber has dropped new music and it's a head scratcher (hear it). Listen to the chilling Megan Thee Stallion interview about the night …

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Pay With This Body Part at Whole Foods + The Top Streaming Picks of the Week
April 23, 2022

Pay With This Body Part at Whole Foods + The Top Streaming Picks of t…

You might be surprised at the most popular consumer brands from a new survey. The Netflix Show that Leslie has binged FAST, Axel Can't get enough of this new Hulu show and Barnes has a pick of the week coming …

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Major Movie Star Behavior Shuts Down Set + Trump Secret Audio + Iconic 90's Band Returns
April 22, 2022

Major Movie Star Behavior Shuts Down Set + Trump Secret Audio + Iconi…

A major movie star is in deep water with his behavior and it shuts down production of his newest film. The latest Johnny Depp and Amber Heard news as they continue to attack each other in court. Piers Morgan teases …

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These A-Listers Deny Sex in an Elevator - Fans Concerned About Jessica Simpson
April 16, 2022

These A-Listers Deny Sex in an Elevator - Fans Concerned About Jessic…

Coachella is in full swing and we've got the latest celebrity cameo appearances. Hailey Bieber has a message for the haters. Lizzo drops a surprise as does Larry David with the fate of Curb Your Enthusiasm. The true crime streaming …

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The Disturbing Johnny Depp, Amber Heard Trial Audio - Hear a Celeb Judge Beat Down a Defendant
April 14, 2022

The Disturbing Johnny Depp, Amber Heard Trial Audio - Hear a Celeb Ju…

A listener comes in hot with a complaint about a past show. Johnny Depp and Amber Heard battle it out in court and we've got the audio. Hear Judge Mathis go after a defendant and take heat for it on …

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Just In: The Unexpected Passing of a Comedy Legend - Top Gun Gets Gaga - American Idol Dropout
April 12, 2022

Just In: The Unexpected Passing of a Comedy Legend - Top Gun Gets Gag…

The world has lost a comedy icon and we have the sad family statement. Britney Spears is more than food pregnant. The Dropout has talks of a second season. Hear the surprise debut of a new Super Grunge band with …

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Is This The Signal of The End for This Much Loved TV Series - New Music Roundup
April 12, 2022

Is This The Signal of The End for This Much Loved TV Series - New Mus…

Is ABC giving us a huge signal by their actions with this long running TV series? Hear the song that set 2 major streaming records last week. A guitarist from a legendary band returns with an edgy new band. Did …

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Breaking Celeb Divorce News - Bad News Backstage at The CMT awards - Chris Rock Speaks
April 11, 2022

Breaking Celeb Divorce News - Bad News Backstage at The CMT awards - …

Leslie Fram reports from backstage at The CMT Awards with scoop on Carrie Underwood plus we have breaking news of a sad divorce...again... coming from a very liked country artist. Chris Rock finally speaks out on the "slap" and his …

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A Dead Rapper at a Party - Axel Has a Confession - Kim K Ties the Knot - Barnes and Who in a Hotel Room?
April 6, 2022

A Dead Rapper at a Party - Axel Has a Confession - Kim K Ties the Kno…

A huge pop culture elopement has occurred in Vegas. A Dead rapper shows up at his celebration of life in an unexpected way. Axel drops a confession about Leslie he's been hanging on to for years. A major rock royalty …

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Will Smith Update: Drama Rises with Intense Audio plus Leslie Backstage at The Grammys
April 5, 2022

Will Smith Update: Drama Rises with Intense Audio plus Leslie Backsta…

The Will Smith story keeps developing and we've got the latest that includes major uncensored audio to come out of Camp Rock. Leslie Fram reporting on the road from backstage at The Grammy Awards includes a unique POV of what …

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Was The Will Smith - Chris Rock Fiasco a Stunt Gone Wrong?
March 28, 2022

Was The Will Smith - Chris Rock Fiasco a Stunt Gone Wrong?

Special "emergency episode" of The Pop Culture Show. Was the crazy moment with Will Smith and Chris Rock at The Academy Awards a stunt gone wrong? Join us as we break it down and jump into Twitter Spaces to get …

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WTF is Wordle - True Crime Takes Over Your TV - Arby's Gets Edgy
March 28, 2022

WTF is Wordle - True Crime Takes Over Your TV - Arby's Gets Edgy

True crime is taking over your TV and we're covering 3 shows that have everyone talking. Kelly Clarkson is blown away when this actress surprises her with a rendition of one of her songs. A major artist is shifting to …

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Talking Taylor Hawkins and Getting Back into Pop Culture
March 27, 2022

Talking Taylor Hawkins and Getting Back into Pop Culture

The gang is back...almost. Barnes and Leslie are back to tackle Pop Culture while Cubby dives into full daddy duty. Please welcome Axel Lowe into the show for as long as we can keep him in these pop culture handcuffs. …

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And Just Like That Hits HBO Max + I Love Lucy’s “Oscar Bait” Story + An Epic Prank
Dec. 10, 2021

And Just Like That Hits HBO Max + I Love Lucy’s “Oscar Bait” Story + …

Cubby welcomes a new little one and we have a special announcement. Lucille Ball’s biopic Being the Ricardos hits theaters this week along with a remake of Westside Story. Sex and the City gets a reboot - notably without the …

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Special Guest: Omari Banks, live from Anguilla - Interview and Performance
Dec. 9, 2021

Special Guest: Omari Banks, live from Anguilla - Interview and Perfor…

For our 200th episode, Omari Banks appears live from The Four Seasons Anguilla to play us a song and tell us about his life as the son of the “Anguillan Bob Dylan” Bankie Banx, transitioning from professional Cricket to music, …

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Elton John and Ed Sheeran For Christmas + New Alicia Keys + Dr. Oz Gets Into Politics
Dec. 7, 2021

Elton John and Ed Sheeran For Christmas + New Alicia Keys + Dr. Oz Ge…

It’s that special time of the year again - your Spotify Wrapped is finally available. Elton John and Ed Sheeran have a new Christmas bop. Shawn Mendes just broke up with someone - but are we sure about the timing …

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The AstroWorld Doc Nobody Saw + Alec Baldwin Speaks on ABC + Seth Rogan High Before Adele Show
Dec. 6, 2021

The AstroWorld Doc Nobody Saw + Alec Baldwin Speaks on ABC + Seth Rog…

Seth Rogan told the Tonight Show he got VERY stoned with his wife before Adele’s special, to the great amusement of the rest of us. The AstoWorld documentary on Hulu got pulled in consideration of the timing and the branding …

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A Netflix Series We Can’t Look Away From + The Can’t-Miss Story of A&M Records + New Kids’ Content
Dec. 3, 2021

A Netflix Series We Can’t Look Away From + The Can’t-Miss Story of A&…

Mixtape and Diary of a Wimpy Kid will keep your kids entertained this weekend. Have fun with a new holiday romcom from Netflix while you put up your decorations. Kevin Hart’s in several new shows out this weekend, including an …

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Call Your Dog with a “DogPhone” in 2022 + Buy Leslie Fram + Super Cool Gift Idea for Music Fans
Dec. 2, 2021

Call Your Dog with a “DogPhone” in 2022 + Buy Leslie Fram + Super Coo…

A friendly face appears on CharityBuzz this week. A device called DogPhone will soon be on the market, which would literally allow your pup to call you when they miss you. Also, a social network called FaceBark is on the …

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