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On this episode of the Pop Culturist the crew discusses the latest addition to the Star Wars Cinematic Universe: Solo.As Star Wars Stories are becoming the norm every couple years, we discuss if Solo was an excellent addition to the universe. Does the character of Han Solo need a stand-alone? Do we care about his and Lando's relationship? What are the rules of Sabacc exactly? We break down what we thought of the movie and what we think about future one-off film in the world of Star Wars.Nik Goodner steps in for Josh Pease (who is currently on a 'fame sabbatical') and discusses his current obsession with Michael Crichton.

Steven Spielberg has a quite extensive list of credits. From producing to directing, Spielberg has created quite a legacy for himself. However, not everything Spielberg touches is box office gold. Ross, Josh, and Chad talk about what they love about a Spielberg movie and what they see him doing right and wrong.Also, catch up on Ross’s newest Netflix binge in Current Culturist.

On this episode of the Pop Culturist, Ross, Josh, and Chad do the worst thing a group of friends could ever do... explain jokes and dive into the ethos of people that tell them.

On this episode of the Pop Culturist, Ross, Josh, and Chad bring their top five sci-fi movie picks, even as one of them makes a list up on the fly.We talk about the broad themes that sci-fi talks about and what science fiction is becoming science fact. Is Google Skynet?We also catch up on what Ross is currently into in the land of pop culture entertainment.

Welcome to season two of the Pop Culturist! This week we are talking about what is on everyone's mind: Avengers: Infinity War!To keep up with us during the week, join Pop Culturist Group on Facebook. Also, check out the website at CRTVCHURCH.com.

On episode eleven of the Pop Culturist, Ross, Josh, and Chad reflect on the past year and look forward to the rest of 2018. Wrapping up the inaugural season of Pop Culturist means a lot has been accomplished, but there's more to come! Your hosts talk about some of their favorite things in the past year of movies and pop culture as well as what they are keeping on their radar for season two! Also, in this episode, the gang gives you an update of What’s Going On and several Ron Howard jokes. To keep up with us during the week, join Pop Culturist Group on Facebook. Also, check out the website at CRTVCHURCH.com.

On episode ten of the Pop Culturist, Ross, Josh, and Chad share all their thoughts about Black Panther. Representation matters and Ryan Coogler brought a lot to the stage with Black Panther. It's an outstanding movie culturally. Your hosts break down what they thought of the latest Marvel release, diving into the cinematography, the complex character development, and why the villain should be feared. Also, in this episode, the gang gives you an update of What’s Going On and the Current Culturist, a quick look into what one of the hosts is currently hooked on in culture + entertainment. To keep up with us during the week, join Pop Culturist Group on Facebook. Also, check out the website at CRTVCHURCH.com.

On episode nine of the Pop Culturist, Ross, Josh, and Chad talk about their talk about the celebrity worship and fandom. When celebrities become people to look up to, do they owe us anything? Do we owe them anything? What does it look like to respect and find inspiration from those in the limelight? The hosts talk about their brushes with celebrity and what they would do if they ran into their favorite stars (and even what they have done). Also, in this episode, the gang gives you an update on What’s Going On and the Current Culturist, a quick look into what one of the hosts is currently hooked on in culture + entertainment. To keep up with us during the week, join Pop Culturist Group on Facebook. Also, check out the website at CRTVCHURCH.com.

On episode eight of the Pop Culturist, Ross, Josh, and Chad talk about their spirit animal, Nicolas Cage. There is rarely an actor as polarizing as Nic Cage. From overacting to conveying a sense of crazy with only wide eyes, Nic Cage has seen nearly every genre of film in his career, and we’re here for all of it. Also, find out which host is a shoulder doppelgänger for Mr. Cage and sold a piece of his wardrobe to his assistant for a movie he was filming. Also, in this episode, the gang gives you an update on What’s Going On and the Current Culturist, a quick look into what one of the hosts is currently hooked on in culture + entertainment. To keep up with us during the week, join Pop Culturist Group on Facebook. Also, check out the website at CRTVCHURCH.com.

On episode seven of the Pop Culturist, Ross, Josh, and Chad put their fists up to duke out their top five favorite action movies. Defining an action movie depends on who you ask. Each host brought their definition to the table for their respective lists. From the obscure to the game-changing, there are many types of action movies to appreciate and celebrate. Also, in this episode, the gang gives you an update on What’s Going On and the Current Culturist, a quick look into what one of the hosts is currently hooked on in culture + entertainment. To keep up with us during the week, follow us on Instagram + Twitter at @PopCulturistPod. Also, check out our website CRTVCHURCH.com.

On episode six of the Pop Culturist, Ross, Josh, and Chad dig into the deep recesses of their memories to bring up the pop culture they grew up digesting. Nostalgia is great for remembering the great things we've long forgotten. Everything from the music that broadened the world around us to the toys that were status symbols of the ultimate plaything! Micro Machines, Trapper Keepers, Compact Disc Players (with 10-second ESP), and more! The hosts also talk about how modern marketing is taking advantage of nostalgia to sell their wares. Is it right, is it wrong, what do we think? Also, in this episode, the gang gives you an update on What’s Going On and the Current Culturist, a quick look into what one of the hosts is currently hooked on in culture + entertainment. To keep up with us during the week, follow us on Instagram + Twitter at @PopCulturistPod. Also, check out our website CRTVCHURCH.com.

On episode four of the Pop Culturist, Ross, Josh, and Chad get triggered and talk about social media. Social Media is a part of daily life. How do we handle it? How SHOULD we handle it? Why do we fall into the traps of echo chambers and digital arguments? Why do we go down the rabbit hole of memes? Can we just communicate in only GIFs from now on? Your three hosts dive into what makes social media tick, discuss if it's genuinely amoral, and why it's so satisfying to shut down the haters. Also, in this episode, the gang gives you an update on What’s Going On and the Current Culturist, a quick look into what one of the hosts is currently hooked on in culture + entertainment. To keep up with us during the week, follow us on Instagram + Twitter at @PopCulturistPod. Also, check out our website CRTVCHURCH.com.

On episode four of the Pop Culturist, Ross, Josh, Chad, and special guest Nik Goodner feel the force with all things Star Wars. Star Wars is a mainstay in pop culture, and there are many reasons it’s not going anywhere soon. From the yellow scroll and epic John Williams scores to the stunning visuals we see as well as progression in different characters along the way, nothing is off limits.

 Star Wars means so much to so many people with the themes of identity and the excitement of adventure. Each host talks about how they discovered Star Wars, what they love about all of Star Wars, and what they hope to see in the future. Also, in this episode, the gang gives you an update on What’s Going On and the Current Culturist, a quick look into what one of the hosts is currently hooked on in culture + entertainment. To keep up with us during the week, follow us on Instagram + Twitter at @PopCulturistPod. Also, check out our website CRTVCHURCH.com.

On this episode of the Pop Culturist, we talk about the nuances of Christmas movies. We all have our go-to Christmas movies that are must-watch every holiday season! And of course, we all agree that Die Hard is a Christmas movie. Ross, Chad, and Josh discuss the movies they grew up with, what movies make their watch list every year, and which films just make their skin crawl. Also, in this episode, the gang gives you an update on What’s Going On and the Current Culturist, a quick look into what one of the hosts is currently hooked on in culture + entertainment. To keep up with us during the week, follow us on Instagram + Twitter at @PopCulturistPod. Also, check out our website CRTVCHURCH.com.

Pop or Flop is a supplemental review show from the Pop Culturist crew! This week we tackle Star Wars and answer the hard question: Is it a pop or is it a flop?

On this episode of the Pop Culturist, we find out what makes a movie remake excellent or bad. We define a remake as being a retelling of the previous movie story, with the premise the original hasn’t been told. There might be nods and references to the earlier version, but a remake is supposed to be “all new.” This leads Ross, Josh and Chad to discuss what remakes they enjoy, think are less than stellar, and what movies they would like to see remade. Also, in this episode, the gang gives you an update on What’s Going On and the Current Culturist, a quick look into what one of the hosts is currently hooked on in culture + entertainment. To keep up with us during the week, follow us on Instagram + Twitter at @PopCulturistPod. Also, check out our website CRTVCHURCH.com.

On this episode of the Pop Culturist, we discuss the differences between the Marvel Cinematic Universe + the DC Expanded Cinematic Universe and the nuances of each universe. The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) was launched in 2008 and includes films like Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Avengers, and Guardians of the Galaxy. The MCU began with Iron Man and currently ends with its latest movie Thor: Ragnarok. The DC Expanded Cinematic Universe (DCEU) is a little younger, and by little, we mean a lot. The DCEU launched in 2013 with its debut film Man of Steel and now includes movies like Suicide Squad, Batman v. Superman, and the incredible Wonder Women. The latest film in the franchise is Justice League. Ross, Chad, and Josh take time to compare and contrast what makes each great and where each falls flat. Also, in this episode, the gang gives you an update on What’s Going On and the Current Culturist, a quick look into current media at what one person on the team is currently hooked on in culture + entertainment. To keep up with us during the week, follow us on Instagram + Twitter at @PopCulturistPod. Also, check out our website CRTVCHURCH.com.

On this episode, Nik Goodner and Ross Montgomery briefly introduce the Pop Culturist Podcast to the CRTVCHURCH Podcast Network. We will begin new episodes of the Pop Culturist Podcast next Wednesday, December 6th, 2017.