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The Popcast With Knox and Jamie
Hosted by Knox McCoy and Jamie Golden
A weekly pop culture podcast seeking to educate on things that entertain, but do not matter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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- 659: Baldoni & Lively Settlement, Mayor Pratt and The Bear Surprise EpisodeMay 13, 2026 · 1 hr 1 minIn this episode, we recap this week's pop culture news. Join us as we (hopefully, prayerfully, allegedly) put the Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively legal saga to bed, weigh the deeply chaotic merits of Spencer Pratt’s mayoral ambitions, and break down the hits and misses of The Bear’s surprise episode. Plus, Jamie comes in hot with an epic Rapid Red Lights. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/659 Listen to Shelf Respect , where we judge books by their covers, wherever you’re listening to this podcast. How Do We Feel: Justin Baldoni v. Blake Lively Settlement Announcement | Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser What’s the Word? : Spencer Pratt Running for Mayor (see also: Wikipedia ) | Tommy Tuberville | Dog the Bounty Hunter | Chris Harrison | Jon Taffer (see also: Bar Rescue ) The Bear Surprise Episode (see also: Dog Day Afternoon | Wiki ) | Bottle episode Not a sponsor : Skylight Calendar D
- 658: Pop Culture Moms I'd Like To FriendMay 6, 2026 · 1 hr 5 minIn this episode, we’re celebrating moms for Mother’s Day by talking about iconic MILFs… moms I’d like to friend. From the icons that raised entire franchises while MIA, to the chaotic moms just doing their best, we’re honoring the full spectrum of maternal excellence. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/658 Are you in the middle of May-hem and need some amazing gift ideas for the Moms, Dads and Grads in your life? We have the gift guide for you! Head to knoxandjamie.com/springgiftguide to get yours for free dollars. Mentions: Missing Mom Trope | ‘Thank you, Mom’ Commercials | Top Moira Rose Moments | Olenna Tyrell from GOT | Lori Loughlin | The Sixth Sense | Zach Efron on SNL | The Berenstain Bears & Too Much Junk Food Fact Check: Can bears throw spears? | Dan Hurley’s Mom | Berenstain Age Confirmation (see also: Almond Mom ) | <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=what%27s+it+called+when+a+horse+starts+running+in+a+race&sca_esv=199b433d3df0a153&biw=1140&bih=635&sxsrf=ANbL-n5ML1dDIlZX1tCBaQvy-mc_iOXRYg%3A1778031166625&ei=Ppr6aZv0JfaxptQPoumHaQ&ved=0ahUKEwibi9igwqOUAxX2mIkEHaL0IQ0Q4dUDCBM&uact=5&oq=what%27s+it+called+when+a+horse+starts+running+in+a+race&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mt
- 657: The 2026 Summer Movie PreviewApr 29, 2026 · 13 minIn this episode, we’re breaking down what to watch and what to absolutely avoid at the movies this summer. From the big, obvious blockbusters we’ll begrudgingly all watch to the under-the-radar releases we’re cautiously optimistic about, we’ve got you covered. We’ll tell you what’s worth your time, your money, and most importantly, your precious air-conditioned theater hours. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/657 Want to go back to 2020? Do we have a time capsule of chaos for you! Get the 2020 Archive Bundle with an exclusive new episode at knoxandjamie.shop Revisit: Episode 607: 2025 Summer Movie Preview | Materialists (see also: hear Jamie reveal the twist to Knox ) | Eddington | Jane Austen Wrecked My Life | The Thursday Murder Club (see also: read the books instead ) | 28 Years Later (see also: 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple | Happy Gilmore 2 | I Know What You Did Last Summer | The Old Guard 2 | Freakier Friday | Honey Don’t! | <a href="https://www.justwatch.com/us/m
- 656: Spring Break Confessions 2Apr 22, 2026 · 1 hr 19 minIn this episode, we’re diving into listener-submitted spring break confessions. From trips that carried just a whiff of disappointment to the chaos that proves spring break might be one of the most overrated holiday weeks, we relive the stories that made lasting memories for better or worse. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/656 Support an incredible, woman-owned, small business that also happens to be our Moms’ Gift Guide sponsor at odetoperfume.com Don’t forget to check out our gift guide for some amazing curated recommendations at knoxandjamie.com/springgiftguide Revisit: Our OG Spring Break Listener Confessions episode | All the confessions on this Instagram Post Spring Break Swag: Get Right or Get Left Shirt | Disney Decor | Headstones | Adult Diapers Fact Checks : Protect The Vibe disclaimer: That professor at that college in Iowa? | How is La Jolla pronounced? | Unmarked Graves QTNA | Like the Amazing Race, Planet Hollywood still lives on Drive-bys : The PMG’s Resident Disney Adult | Knox’s Newsletter Special thanks to our contributors : @highlifewife , <a href="https://www.instagram.com/imshannoncarter" rel="noopener noreferr
- 655: Coachella recap, Tayvis Wedding Date Leak and The Masters Menu ShowdownApr 15, 2026 · 1 hr 8 minIn this episode, we recap this week's pop culture news. Join us as we unpack the desert chaos of Coachella and the latest updates on Taylor and Travis’ wedding watch. Plus, we’re checking in on The Masters, and comparing what really matters: the food. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/655 Get the brand new, Popcast Moms, Dads & Grads Guide at knoxandjamie.com/SpringGiftGuide for FREE! Coachella : Katy Perry & Justin Trudeau | Watch It | Beyonce’s Homecoming | Alix Earle vs Alex Cooper T&T Wedding Details : Wedding date revealed (via NY post) The Masters : The music | The menus Red Light Mentions : NASA | The Pope being weak on crime | Fandoms that cannot chill | Straits being closed | Tobey Maguire & Mishka Silva | <a href="https://deadline.com/2026/04/patrick-schwarzenegger-beach-read-movie-gus-phoebe-dynevor-1
- 654: Pop Culture TaxesApr 8, 2026 · 1 hr 1 minIn this episode, we’re unpacking one of Knox’s core philosophies: there’s always a tax to pay. From loving Rachel McAdams but enduring some questionable movie choices to working in Christian publishing and strategically downplaying the actual books you’re reading, we’re breaking down the costs of our pop culture loyalties. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/654 Sign up for our newsletter, Note for the Audio at knoxandjamie.com/nfta , and don’t forget to check out the archives! Procrastinate on Filing your Taxes : Read the comments | Check out the Definitive Dramione Hyperfixation Spreadsheet | Menace in New Orleans | Conspiracy Theories Episode (see also: Dr. Rubin ) G.E.T Mentions: The Popcast SMK | Green Lights | Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice | Virgin River | Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman Fact Check: Name that Scream | Name it and claim it in space? Thank you to our contributors : @ karacbob , @ joeyohern , @ hannahmhines , @ colorsandconstellations , @<a hre
- 653: What April Fools We've BeenApr 1, 2026 · 1 hr 28 minIn this episode, we’re unpacking elements of pop culture that have us completely fooled. From made-for-TV movies that convinced us stranger danger was lurking around every corner to celebrities we were certain would rule the world forever, we’re revisiting all the hype that didn’t exactly age well. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/653 Top Brand April Fools Jokes April Fooled: Stranger Danger | Jonathan Majors | Topher Grace | Chris Hemsworth | Taylor Kitsch | Lily James | Manic Pixie Dream Girls | Fantastic Beasts | Sex and the City | The Walking Dead Milk Cartons Celebs : Aziz Ansari | Zachary Levi Red Light Mentions: Nos of Easter on Faith Adjacent | Not a Sponsor: Newk’s , Cookie Fix & Honey Baked Ham | <a href="
- 652: The NOs of Reality TV PreviewMar 25, 2026 · 14 minIn this episode, we invite our listeners to share their NOs (and YESes) of Reality TV. From weaponized personal trauma to chaotic celebrity cameos and the ever-growing web of reality TV incest, nothing is safe from our side-eye. Join us as we sort through the tropes that make us immediately change the channel and the rare moments that keep us shamelessly watching. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/652 We’d love your feedback! Take our listener survey and get our Snake Draft Bundle as a thank you at knoxandjamie.com/survey PIVOT: The Bachelorette Cancelation | Hear our thoughts on this week’s TMYK at knoxandjamie.com/patreon ( 90% off your first FWB month with code: NOTHERETOMAKEFRIENDS - valid through 4/1 ) Listener YESes and NOs in the comments Nostalgia Corner : Miss our Bachelor Nation recaps? Head to knoxandjamie.shop to revisit our glory days and snag a season recap bundle Fact Check : Where is Amazing Race? | Who is Gary from Teen Mom? | Who is Corinne from Bachelor? Drive-bys : Meteor hits Houston | Wife Swap S5 E18 Green Lights: Mutual: movie - Project Hail Mary (see also: Book Green Light | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/47Kmv7voPLipz2zbyD8v84?si=HGbBO1DYRwaKB8KKs0
- 651: Recapping the 2026 OscarsMar 18, 2026 · 1 hr 25 minIn this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news. Join us as we unpack the wins and losses of the 98th Academy Awards. From the expected victories to the “how did that happen?” snubs, we unpack the moments that made us cheer, cringe, and immediately text the group chat. We’re also talking performances we could’ve lived without and the red carpet looks that had us doing double takes—for better or worse. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/651 We want your thoughts and opinions! Take the listener survey (and get our back from the archive Snake Draft Madness bundle for FREE) at knoxandjamie.com/survey 98th Academy Awards : Our Predictions | Winners List | Watch the Replay Wins & Losses: Michael B. Jordan IMDb | Timothée Chalamet IMDb | ‘Golden’ performance | ‘Sinners’ performance | In Memoriam | Chris Evans & Robert Downing Jr. Looks & Fits: Kylie Jenner & Timothée | <a href="https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=70d689a1971b3087&sxsrf=ANbL-n6hPq2b9NAo0iPEjIgROg6pGLE1Ag:1773796571640&udm=2&fbs=ADc_l-aN0CWEZBOHjofHoaMMDiKpaEWjvZ2Py1XXV8d8KvlI3ppPEReeCOS7s1VbbZz2TLt2sOibMbYx2XAHg-v8xM5VMjbOMePxx0DsGneV4EHbozuvnXwBcd5aQHTKBJ0QeufaTDksLvS6YZEDffrp5UGfdKqeL45z_sjopzqUFsfZWfSsGahqir52QW5urg35HGGiyNcZQVD8E2Rd8GEcVbQRrToM-Q&q=leonardo+dicaprio+oscars+2026&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwicvrmUo6iTAxW2l4kEHd1lBiQQt
- 650: Oscars Rewind - Revisiting the 2021 and 2006 WinnersMar 11, 2026 · 1 hr 16 minIn this episode, in honor of Sunday’s Oscars, we’re time-traveling back to Hollywood’s biggest night from 5 and 20 years ago. We revisit the winners, relitigate the snubs, and pitch the nominees that absolutely should have been in the conversation. Plus, we conduct our audit of how many nominated films Erin actually watched each year. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/650 Want to win some streaming dollars? Head to knoxandjamie.com/oscars , fill out the Oscar Ballot, and email it to hello@knoxandjamie.com by midnight on Friday, 3/13, for your chance to win! 2026 - 98th Oscars | Watch | Where To Watch This Year's Nominees | Hear our winner guesses on this week’s TMYK on Patreon Rewind & Revisit: Conspiracy Theory Episode | Oscar Episodes Never Forget : Adele Dazeem | The Slap 2021 - 93rd Oscars 2006 - 78th Oscars Asides : Shelf Respect on Patreon Red Light Mentions : Nostalgia Virus: Britney Arrested | Sia Arrested | <a href="https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-bill-clintons-full-deposition-on-jeffrey-epstein-ties-before-house-oversight-p
- 649: Conspiracy Theories 3Mar 4, 2026 · 1 hr 20 minIn this episode, we’re strapping on the tinfoil hats for another deep dive into the world of conspiracy theories. Is Garth Brooks secretly a serial killer? What actually happened to that lady on the plane? And is there really a secret tunnel system lurking beneath the Denver Airport? Listen as we separate truth from internet chaos in our quest to figure out what’s real, what’s ridiculous, and what’s just algorithm-fueled delusion. Plus, we revisit the conspiracies we once believed to see if they still hold up after all these years. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/649 Come listen to our new podcast Shelf Respect (now available wherever you listen to our other podcasts). Check us out at Readwithshelfrespect.com and follow us @ readwithshelfrespect Our conspiracy mentions : BJ Novak & Mindy Kaling | Botanical Sexism | Multiverse | Unusual Option Market Activity and the Terrorist Attacks of September 11, 2001 Vibe check: IG Comments Rewind: Conspiracy Theories 1 | Conspiracy Theories 2 | Faith Adjacent Conspiracy Theories 1 & Part 2 Thanks to our contributors: @ kelseylongino , @ pleasantdrivevintage , @ _meeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeel , @<a href="https://www.ins
- 648: What to Watch, Read and Listen to in March - PreviewFeb 25, 2026 · 12 minIn this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills for March. We discuss what’s worth a spring fling (smooch), what deserves your full seasonal commitment (marry), and what to bypass before allergy season fully kicks in (kill). Join us as we spotlight the shows made for chaotic weather days, the books that pair perfectly with a wildly optimistic to-do list, and the movie picks that’ll carry you from winter denial into spring delusion. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/648 Still have two weeks of Peacock and no Olympics? Head to our pinned SMK post on Instagram @thepopcast for a list of what to watch Rewind : Feb SMK | Nov SMK | Aug SMK | We do SMK most weeks on Instagram at #popcastsmk Refresh: Smooch= give a shot, Marry = commit time to, Kill = do not murder! We’re just suggesting to skip these things. March Vibe Check : Spring is Coming? | Pisces season | Holy Fasting Season (see also: Ramadan Cats ) | Woman’s History Month | March Madness Asides: Stephen Colletti | <a href="https://abc.com/show/2294c465-f2ed-45e0-954
- 647: Flavor Town 11 - Book EditionFeb 18, 2026 · 1 hrIn this episode, we’re opening the Flavor Town gates! In this eleventh installment of Flavor Town, we’re taking on our listeners’ spiciest book-themed takes. From controversial opinions about beloved genres to reading habits that should maybe stay private, there’s enough literary chaos to scorch your TBR list. Plus, we get Erin’s real-time reaction to some heartbreaking news. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/647 Rewind : Flavor Town episodes | Shop Bundle | Instagram Post In Memoriam : Robert Duvall | IMDb | Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry | Final Message | Erin’s Spreadsheet Mentions: Fanfic Episode | Dramione Spreadsheet | Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman | Sunday Night Lights | The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky | The Curious Notoriety of “Performative Reading” (via The New Yorker) | Faith Adjacent Romance Novels Episode Newest residents: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/katies
- The Winter Olympics Collection PreviewFeb 12, 2026 · 3 minHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 646: Super Bowl Commercials and Bad Bunny Halftime Show RecapFeb 11, 2026 · 1 hr 28 minIn this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news. Join us as we unpack all things Super Bowl LX - from the highlights, to the commercials that actually landed (and the ones that deserved to be benched), and of course, we share our very serious feelings about Bad Bunny’s historic halftime show. Whether you watched for the touchdowns or the snacks, we’ve got the takes you didn’t know you needed Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/646 Want to hear us talk about the Gold, Silver, and Bronze of The Cutting Edge, Cool Runnings and Miracle? Check out our new Winter Olympics Collection at knoxandjamie.shop Weekly TMYKs are waiting for you at KnoxandJamie.com/patreon Super Bowl Highlights : Defense Touchdown | Jody Allen with Trophy | Shirtless Youtuber | Jon Hamm dancing Yes Chef Commercials Playlist No Chef Commercials Playlist Halftime Show: Watch it | Bad Bunny Spotify | Wiki | The Couple | Zara controversies | Puerto Rico Flag Red Light Mentions: Olympics Opening Ceremony (see also: <a href="https://www.tiktok.
- 645: Pop Culture Olympics: Going for GoldFeb 4, 2026 · 1 hr 13 minIn this episode, we’re handing out pop culture Olympic medals. Join us as we hand out medals in the events no one trained for, but everyone has opinions about. From overexposed icons to nepo babies who are outrunning their last names, we’re awarding Gold, Silver, and Bronze in cultural chaos. It’s competitive, unhinged, and the only Olympics judged entirely by vibes and side-eye. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/645 Get our brand new Winter Olympics Collection at knoxandjamie.shop The Winter Olympics : Watch the Opening Ceremonies | Italian Mafia | Pope Leo & JD Vance | Heated Rivalry carrying the Olympic Torch | Lindsey Vonn | Andrea Bocelli | Scott Hamilton | Johnny Weir & Tara Lipinski Newsworthy Mentions: Elon Musk cancels Model X | 6-7 | Wired Headphones Not A Sponsor: <a href="https://www.ulta.com/p/lemme-x-kylie-cosmetics-skin-glaze-gummies-pimprod2057374?sku=2652893&cmpid=PS_Non!google!Product_Listing_Ads&cagpspn=pla&CATCI=pla-1843189647101
- 644: What to Watch, Read and Listen To In February PreviewJan 28, 2026 · 13 minIn this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills for February. We break down what’s worth a fling (smooch), what deserves your full commitment (marry), and what to ghost immediately (kill) during the most “runner-up” month of the year. Join us as we reveal the TV shows made for blanket burritos, the books begging to be read with a mug in hand, and the pop culture picks that will emotionally carry you through the shortest month of the year. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/644 It’s a great time to join us on Patreon! Celebrate the Winter Olympics opening ceremonyon 1/30 with our Cinema Sidepiece: The Cutting Edge. New, free, and returning members can get a 7- day free trial at knoxandjamie.com/patreon February Vibe Check: Shortest Month | Black History Month | Reese’s Hearts | Groundhog Day | Presidents’ Day | Galentine’s Day | Superbowl LX | Winter Olympics | Erin’s Book Birthday Refresh: Smooch= give a shot, Marry = commit time to, Kill = do not murder! We’re just suggesting to skip these things. Rewind: Nov SMK | Aug SMK | April SMK | We do SMK most weeks on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/search/keyword/?q=%23popcastsmk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_b
- 643: Listener Beige Flags 2Jan 21, 2026 · 1 hr 8 minIn this episode, we’re weighing in on beige flags. Join us as we confess our own behaviors that aren’t full red flags but definitely deserve a closer look, then react to listener submissions with equal parts curiosity, chaos, and confusion. Some are totally fine, some are secretly alarming, and some are weirdly iconic. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/643 Follow us on instagram.com/thepopcast and enjoy our new #popcastsmk and so much more! Rewind: The OG - Ep 542 Enjoy the chaos of 600 comments on this Instagram Post Beige Flag as defined by JBG: An odd trait, while not an immediate cause for concern, is cause for pause. It’s not a deal breaker like a red flag, but it’s not exactly a plus, like a green flag. The key is that it’s weird, but harmless. Example: eating pizza with a fork. Fact check: What are virtues? | What are vices? | Aerosol Poop | Is there a difference between a coat and jacket? | <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=How+much+toothpaste+should+you+use+on+toothbrush%3F&sca_esv=59623aa993e8ccae&ei=kcdvaY3nDZykptQPp8rtyA0&ved=0ahUKEwjN85733ZqSAxUckokEHSdlG9k
- 642: Emmy Legacy Award, Conformity Gate and Hudson WilliamsJan 14, 2026 · 1 hr 11 minIn this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news. Join us as we discuss the implications of the new Emmy Legacy Award, spiral through the wild alternate-ending theories for Stranger Things, and unpack the loss of anonymity that came with Hudson Williams’ meteoric rise to fame. Plus, Erin crowns this week’s Say Less Champion (question mark?), and Jamie kicks off the year with a Golden Globes–themed Rapid Red Lights. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/642 Treat yourself with Binge Thinking & The Swipe Up and get more Knox McCoy and Erin Moon in your inbox. How Do We Feel? Golden Globes | Amy Poehler’s acceptance speech | Will Arnett & Laura Dern Movie? The Emmy Legacy Award What’s The Word? Stranger Things Conformity Gate Explainer | Duffer Divorce Explainer | The Duffer Brothers Wiki | Leigh Janiak Wiki | Sarah Hindsgaul’s Hair Care Line | Documentary The Say Less Champion Hudson Williams | Controversy Explainer | <a href="https://www.reddit.
- 641: 2026 PredictionsJan 7, 2026 · 1 hr 42 minIn this episode, Knoxtradamus and Jamie dust off the crystal ball to predict the pop culture future of 2026. From comebacks we’re already dreading to the press tours we’re pre-judging months in advance, we’re forecasting the good, the bad, and the delightfully unhinged moments headed our way. Plus, we place our boldest bets yet by predicting which movies Erin will actually watch this year—and yes, the odds are slim. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/641 If you like us, would you share us with your people? Tag us and DM us to be entered to win one of ten $50 gift cards to the retailer of your choice. Be creative, and you could win one of two $75 gift cards to the retailer of your choice. ( disclaimer: some exclusions apply. Legal will not allow us to gift OnlyFans gift cards and the like. Winners will be announced here on 1/14. ) Taint Recap : Watch Chuck on his Zero Turn | Zach Bryan’s Wedding (see also: controversy corner ) Accountability: 2025 Predictions | Alix Earle & Tom Brady | Tangled loses ScarJo | Tomb of the Missing Pharaoh & Scotland’s Callanish Standing Stones | FA Dead Sea Scrolls Field Trip | Caitlin Clark Nike ad | Power Rangers Reboot | Dua Lipa’s Book Club | <a href="https://www.hbomax.com/movies/ne-zha-2/d4cdfb64-ec7d-4837-be1d-a4f7
- 640: The Twilight Movie Deep DiveDec 31, 2025 · 1 hr 24 minIn this episode, we’re deep diving the first movie of the Twilight Saga. Join us as we relive the glittery angst, questionable life choices, and epic baseball scene that made this series iconic - for better or worse. It’s the perfect way to remember the magic (or madness) of Twilight without actually rewatching the movies. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/640 Happy Holidays from The PMG! We hope you enjoy this first episode of The Twilight Collection. To own all five episodes, head to knoxandjamie.com/twilight and use code JACKSONVILLE to save! ( This one-time use code is valid only on the Twilight Collection) The Movie: Watch It | Rotten Tomatoes | Read It | Goodreads | The Soundtrack IMDbs: Kristen Stewart | Robert Pattinson | Catherine Hartwicke | Carter Burwell | Cam Gigandet | Taylor Lautner (see also: podcast | Eras appearance ) More Deep Dives: The Harry Potter Collection | <a href="https:
- 639: A Christmas Story Deep DiveDec 24, 2025 · 1 hrIn this episode, we’re deep diving the Gen-X American classic A Christmas Story. We’re serving hot takes, heavy nostalgia, and just enough side-eye to keep things honest—making this the perfect companion to your inevitable 24-hour marathon. Consider it the commentary track Ralphie never knew he needed. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/639 The PMG Office is closed for the holidays, but we’ll be back to our regularly scheduled chaos on January 5th. We’re still celebrating Knox’s birthday and you can use code HBDKNOX for 60% off one month of any Patreon tier at knoxandjamie.com/patreon ( offer valid for free, cancelled, or new subscribers ) And as an extra special prezzie, you can use code PINKNIGHTMARE at knoxandjamie.shop to get 25% off all of our digital collections. The Movie: Watch It | Wikipedia | Rotten Tomatoes | Letterboxd | IMDb | Read It Drive-bys: The Wonder Years | Restaurant Sing-Along Scene | Iconic House Must Haves: Get your own leg lamp | Red Rider BB Gun | Bunny Suit Bonus segment: Join us on Patreon to listen ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content.
- 638: Pop Culture No-Contact List PreviewDec 17, 2025 · 14 minIn this episode, we’re opening the group chat to listener submissions about what deserves a firm (and perhaps permanent) no-contact heading into 2026. Consider this your permission slip to protect your peace and maybe block a few things while you’re at it. Plus, Knox and Jamie have a rare mutual green light. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/638 Celebrate Knox’s Birthday by going to knoxandjamie.com/signup and using code HBDKNOX for 60% off one month of any Patreon tier ( offer valid for free, cancelled, or new subscribers ) See the art and read the IG Comments | No-Contact explainer | Oprah’s podcast episode Jamie, Knox and Erin’s No-Contact Mentions: Mel Robbins op Ed (via NYT) | John Cena | IT: Welcome to Derry | Michigan Football Controversy Drive-bys: Podcast Golden Globes Nominees | You can filter keywords?! | <a href="https://store.moma.org/?_gl=1*s4cw0e*_gcl_au*MTE3ODE5ODU4MS4xNzY1OTEyNDIz*_ga*MTgwODkyMjcxNi4xNzY1OTEyNDI0*_ga_8QY3201SLC*czE3NjU5MTI0MjMkbzEkZzAkdDE3NjU5MTI0MjMkajYwJGwwJGgw*_fplc*YSUyRlhhbEF5VVI0RTVUOWxYaXZQUFJBN09yaGhkV1pMUGNDWXdiSGI1VXNvWW9CbVNJR0VDQk5XJTJCZFJRJTJCSU96MTBNVDI1MEVBUj
- 637: Netflix Power Grab and Tarantino Commentary ControversyDec 10, 2025 · 1 hr 15 minIn this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news. Join us as unpack Quentin Tarantino’s podcast appearance and the fallout from his extra-spicy commentary and dig into Netflix’s bold attempt to buy Warner Bros. Plus, we weigh in on the new Mother Mary trailer and ask the only question that really matters: is dark-and-twisty Anne Hathaway actually peak Anne Hathaway? Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/637 Do you need a last-minute gift? Give the gift that keeps on giving with a subscription to the Popcast Patreon at knoxandjamie.com/giveagift Quentin Tarantino Keeps it (too) Real? // Controversies & Bret Easton Ellis Podcast | There Will Be Blood | Paul Dano Netflix Buys WB // Paramount’s Hostile Offer | WGA’s Statement | Anonymous A-Listers’ Email to Congress | WB IP list Mother Mary Trailer (see also: Rachel Gets Married ) | Michaela Coel IMDb |<a href="https://www.instagram.com/
- 636: Underrated Christmas Rage Bait Snake DraftDec 3, 2025 · 1 hr 11 minIn this episode, we’re joined by Erin Moon as we snake draft the most underrated Christmas rage bait. We’re talking everything from bygone classics like the beloved popcorn tin, to the aggressively mediocre commercialization of ugly sweaters, to traditions that deserve a one-way ticket back to the North Pole (yes, Elf on the Shelf and matching Christmas PJs, we mean you). It’s festive, it’s feisty, and it’s the holiday catharsis you didn’t know you needed. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/636 Have a gift-buying obstacle? We gotchu! Head to knoxandjamie.com/giftguide for our amazing gift guide or give the gift of Patreon at knoxandjamie.com/giveagift Snake Drafts Revisited | Don’t miss our Holiday Episodes Bundle! | Rage Bait Defined Stranger Things (minor) Spoiler Alert: @ 4:57-6:40 Erin’s Picks: Lack of Sectioned Flavored Popcorn Tins | Ugly Sweater Accessibility | Glitter Puss the Elf | Christmas PJs Jamie’s Picks: Cranberries | Wrapping Paper | Non-Peppermint Flavored Candy Canes | Trauma Disclaimer Knox’s Picks: Extended Family Variable Cuckers | Driving to Look at Lights | Salvation message during Christmas Eve Service | <a href="https://ww
- 635: The 'Wicked: For Good' Movie Review PreviewNov 26, 2025 · 19 minIn this episode, we’re deep diving Wicked: For Good, the long-awaited second half of the film adaptation of the beloved musical. We break down how it measured up to the hype, who won and lost the movie, and debate which nominations are actually at play this time around. Plus, Erin joins us in full Theater Kid glory and makes a case for Jonathan Bailey’s undeniable on-screen chemistry. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/635 Head to knoxandjamie.shop for amazing Black Friday Deals from 11/24-12/2 including 30% off digital collections with code: FAMOUSLYNONPARTISANANDAPOLITICAL Where to Watch (get those recliner seats, y’all!) Chain of Custody : Wicked Part 1 Recap | Where to Watch Pt 1 | Wicked The Musical | 1995 Novel by Gregory Maguire | 1900 Novel by L. Frank Baum | 1939 The Wizard of Oz | Rotten Tomatoes | I MDb The Players: Ariana | Cynthia | Jonathan Bailey | “Spongebob” Green Lights: Jamie: book - The Zorg by Siddharth Kara Knox: documentary - The Age of Disclosure Bonus segment: Join us on Patreon to listen to the full episode
- 634: Please Advise 8Nov 19, 2025 · 1 hr 8 minIn this episode, we dispense wisdom and solve real-life listener dilemmas in our eighth installment of Please Advise. We’re weighing in on whether bringing a DJ to your brother-in-law’s wedding is festive or fully unhinged, and how to deal with a new coworker who keeps strumming a guitar like he’s the office troubadour. Plus, Erin finally gets to dust off her theater degree and deliver guidance to a mom with local theater aspirations. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/634 Listen next week for the exclusive code to save from 11/24–12/2 at knoxandjamie.shop . Head to knoxandjamie.com/newsletter to get a reminder in your inbox. Please Advise Archive: Ep. 610 | Ep. 547 | Ep. 480 | Please Advise Post Chaos Relevant Links: One Battle After Another | Barbie: Push by Ken | Jury Duty | Hair the Musical “Link in Bio” Drive-bys: Sonic Ice Machine | Predatorpeestore.com Red Light Mentions : Mary Claire Haver’s Ad Choice | Traitors S4 trailer Green Lights: Jamie: movie- Jane Austen Wrecked My Life | youtube - Josh Johnson Knox: movie - <a href="https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/the-running-man-2025" rel="noope
- 633: Deep Diving The Worst TV Show Of The YearNov 12, 2025 · 1 hr 27 minIn this episode, we’re recapping (read: surviving) Hulu’s newest “television sensation,” All’s Fair. Join us as we wade through the chaos, plot holes, and unintentional comedy of it all, doing the heavy lifting so you can keep your sanity and your watchlist intact. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/633 Get a 90% discount on one month of the tier of your choice on Patreon with code “ThanksKim” at knoxandjamie.com/signup ( offer valid for free/canceled/new members through EOD Tue 11/18 ) Watch (at your peril): All’s Fair The Players: Kim Kardashian | Ryan Murphy | Niecy Nash | Sarah Paulson | Naomi Watts | Teyana Taylor | Mamie Gummer Drive-bys: Murdaugh Murders | The Desperate Hour | Dare I Say It: Everything I Wish I'd Known About Menopause by Naomi Watts | Bible Scholar Erin’s Books | Meryl Streep and Martin Short's Relationship | AI Robots | Kim K’s Bar Announcement Red Light Mentions: <a hr
- 632: The NOs of GiftsNov 5, 2025 · 1 hr 2 minIn this episode, we invite our listeners to share their Nos of Gifts. We’re unpacking everything from the well-intentioned grandparent misses, to passy-aggressy gifts that were really just confrontations in disguise, plus enough underwear to make us question what gift guides the Boomers are reading. And because it’s Jamie’s birthday, she’s celebrating by unleashing her rapid-fire Red Lights of her 40s with equal parts wisdom and chaos. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/632 Celebrate Jamie’s birthday by sharing the Popcast with your people! Please read all the comments in this chaotic post Rewind: NOs episodes | More NOs in our digital shop bundles! Check out our amazing gift guide, brought to you by Fashion Fix , at knoxandjamie.com/giftguide HOW DARE YOU!: CrossFit Membership | Wifi scale Holy Gifts - NO: Bibles | YES: Faith Adjacent Patreon Membership Drive-bys: King James | Thomas Jefferson’s Bible edits | Episode 623 | The Girlfriend Green Lights: Jamie: book - Good Spirits by B.K. Borison Knox: show - The Lowdown <a href="http://knox
- 631: What to Watch, Read and Listen to in NovemberOct 29, 2025 · 1 hrIn this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills for November. We discuss what you should give a shot (smooch), what you should commit to (marry), and what you should just pass on by (kill) during the most chaotically cozy month of the year. Join us as we reveal the TV shows worth binging under a blanket and the books that are begging for a fireside read. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/631 Get Knox’s list of 13 atmospheric vibes perfect for Halloween at knoxandjamie.com/13books November Vibe Check: Scorpio Season | What’s the latest on Daylight Savings? | Top Tier Food Holiday | Elections Refresh : Smooch= give a shot, Marry = commit time to, Kill = do not murder! We’re just suggesting to skip these things. Rewind: Aug SMK | We do SMK most weeks on Instagram at #popcastsmk SMOOCH // {J} TV - All Her Fault | {K} AMC Stubs A-List membership (see also: Fall Movie Preview ) MARRY // {J} TV - Maxton Hall S2 | {K} Books - I, Medusa by Ayana Gray | The Land Trap by Mike Bird | Movie - A Very Jonas Christmas Movie KILL // {J} TV - All’s Fair | {K} Movie - <a href="https://christmasevemovie.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer
- 630: QTNAs PreviewOct 22, 2025 · 16 minIn this episode, we discuss listener QTNAs- Questions That Need Answers. From who’s primed to inherit Diane Keaton’s boomer-auntie crown to whether that “alien invasion” was actually a dream (or just Florida), we’ve got takes for days. Plus, Knox doubles down on his favorite show of the year with a Green Light so passionate it could earn its own Emmy. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/630 Get our new, exclusive John Hughes Collection at knoxandjamie.shop QTNAs refresher: Ep 600 | Ep 583 | Ep 524 | Ep 499 Kelly Clarkson : Wiki | Spotify Brand Mentions: Jordans | Fenty Beauty | Beats | Dollywood | Casa Amigos OMG Shoes: On Running vs All Birds vs Hoka Drive-by: Brock Pierce UFO/Aliens: Whistleblower | The Age of Discl
- The John Hughes Collection PreviewOct 17, 2025 · 4 minGet ready for the ultimate throwback. In this special four-part series, Knox and Jamie revisit the iconic films of John Hughes— Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, The Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, and National Lampoon’s Vacation. Each episode is packed with nostalgia, sharp observations, tender appreciation, and the kind of side-eye only Knox and Jamie can deliver. This brand new collection is now available at knoxandjamie.shop ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 629: Rolling Stone Rage Bait and Upcoming Movies and TVOct 15, 2025 · 1 hr 4 minIn this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news. Join us as we break down the snubs, the surprises, and the placements clearly designed to ruin friendships in Rolling Stone's "Greatest Songs" list. Plus, we check in on the box office and upcoming trailers in the hopes of finding something that isn't just for rage clicks. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/629 Gift giving is hard, but our 2025 Gift Guide presented by Fashion Fix is free and here to help! Get it at Knoxandjamie.com/giftguide How Do We Feel // The 250 Greatest Songs of the 21st Century So Far (via Rolling Stone) Box Office Report // Out now: Tron: Ares | Roofman | One Battle After Another Coming Soon: Regretting You | Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere | The Hand That Rocks the Cradle | If I Had Legs I’d Kick You | Last Days | House of Dynamite Trailer Park // Mercy Red Light Mentions: SNL | Diane Keaton | <a href="https://knoxand
- 628: The Life of a Showgirl ReviewOct 8, 2025 · 1 hr 15 minIn this episode, we’re reviewing Taylor Swift’s newest album, The Life of a Showgirl. Erin Moon joins us, and together we’re unpacking our feelings on the best, worst, and most phallic songs on the album. Plus, we hand out superlatives like “most likely to be used in a prestige movie” and predict which song we’ll still be scream-singing 20 years from now. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/628 Free dollars: Get our 2025 Gift Guide presented by Fashion Fix at knoxandjamie.com/giftguide NEW: The John Hughes Collection is live at knoxandjamie.shop And while you’re there - Snag our Limited Edition 2025 Holiday Ornament (with super secret holiday episode) Listen to The Life of A Showgirl: Spotify | Apple Music | Amazon Music | YouTube Watch: The Fate of Ophelia music video Red Light Mentions: Ophelia | Sampling vs Interpolations | Old men doing poorly: Bill Belichick
- 627: The Fall Movie PreviewOct 1, 2025 · 1 hr 29 minIn this episode, we’re breaking down the upcoming slate of fall movies. But first, we review our wildly confident (and occasionally tragic) 2023 predictions. We’ll debate which obvious blockbusters will actually deliver, which films are destined to flop, and which ones might just surprise us by staying frosty. Plus, Erin is out to prove her movie-savvy credentials, while Knox brings the heat with another round of Red Lights, Red Cards. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/627 It’s a great time to be on our FREE email list! Head to knoxandjamie.com/nonfiction to subscribe and add some amazing fall books to your TBR (you DO NOT want to miss next week’s edition). Accountability: 2023 Fall Movie Preview | Cinema Enema | Eras Movie made how much? | Green Lights // Dumb Money | Foe by Iain Reid | The Holdovers | The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes | May December Watch all the Obvious, Losers & Stay Frosty trailers here Red Light Mentions: Riyahd Comedy Festival | Backlash for Europeans Winning Ryder Cup | White Out at Penn State | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DO6VLqjgNAQ/?img_index=1&igsh=bmdtNTZtanJ0aTdw" rel="noopener noreferrer" targe
- 626: Which TV Shows to Watch and Avoid This Fall PreviewSep 24, 2025 · 18 minIn this episode, we’re jumping into the world of fall television. Join us as we break down the returning favorites, the newcomers that are worth cozying up to, and the shows that are begging to be ghosted. Plus, Knox and Jamie’s opinions diverge on the importance of long-running procedural touchstones. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/626 Are you a theater fan? Check out these fantastic new Broadway bundles from our favorite theater nerds, Erin & Evan, at faithadjacent.com/broadway Listen Again: Ep. 571 - Fall TV Preview 2024 Bail: Emily in Paris | The American Revolution by Ken Burns Binge: Slow Horses S5 (see also: the books ) | Land Man Drive-bys: The Summer I Turned Pretty | Rings of Power | Band of Brothers | Paradise | Varsity Blues | Bonus segment: Join us on Patreon to listen to the full episode ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content. Episode sponsors : Quince | Rocket Money | Olive & June<
- 625: The New Bachelorette and Emmy ReactionsSep 17, 2025 · 1 hr 13 minIn this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news. Join us as we unpack all the delightful chaos surrounding the latest Bachelorette announcement. Plus, we discuss the (few) highs and (many) lows of this year’s Emmy Awards. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/625 We launched a new reading podcast/newsletter/secret club! Join us (plus 7,000 amazing readers who also love to judge books by their covers) at patreon.com/shelfrespect How Do We Feel: The Bachelorette Announcement Who is Taylor Frankie Paul ? (see also: Faith Adjacent Favored or Forsaken ) Drive-bys: Matt James | Colton Underwood | Christian Bachelors | Rachael Kirkconnell The 77th Emmy Awards - Winners | The only Golden Girls theme song we need | Popwell Soda ad Trailer Park: The Rip | Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery Red Light Mentions: Red Headed Men (see also: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTM1b6j3Y/"
- 624: Book Adaptations Pet PeevesSep 10, 2025 · 1 hr 21 minIn this episode, we’re cracking open our list of pet peeves and sharing the reasons why book adaptations go wrong. Erin joins us to discuss authors who sell out, the fans who ruin everything, and, of course, the George RR Martin Conundrum. Plus, we debut our latest literary project, Shelf Respect! Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/624 Your parasocial bffs have a new project all about books and reading! Come hang out with us and get some freebies at patreon.com/shelfrespect . Main Character Energy Quiz Upcoming Adaptations: The Long Walk | The Woman in Cabin 10 | Hamnet | The Running Man | Frankenstein | The Housemaid | Regretting You | Wicked: For Good | Verity Adaptations We’d Like to See: The Night Circus by Eric Morgenstern | Freddy & Fredericka by Mark Helprin | Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin | Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston Red Light Mentions: Romping on our ding dongs about Marin County pronunciations | Red Cards: Spitters ( Jalen Carter , <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT6TRFMxv/" rel="noopener noreferrer" targe
- 623: The NOs of EngagementsSep 3, 2025 · 1 hr 2 minIn this episode, we invite our listeners to share their Nos of Engagements. We’re unpacking everything from poor planning choices, heirloom rings that should’ve stayed in the display case, and enough secondhand embarrassment from a simple mirror that will leave you asking, “How are they still together?”. Plus, Knox shares his “Engagements Manifesto: Rules for Success” list. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/623 Hypothetically, what if your three favorite podcasters started podcasting about books? If that sounds amazing, you might want to check out @readwithShelfRespect Context : Killatrav & TSwift's Announcement | Hear Erin’s Response in TMYK and use code WORSTMONTH to save 90% on a month of Friends with Benefots content at knoxandjamie.com/patreon (extended through today in honor of TnT) Rewind: More NOs episodes | Digital Bundles | More Engagement Stories Thank you to our brave contributors: @joydreamer , @ravus.portus , @emiliedoleshel , @alibell_thatsme , @lyndseyjade , @mesilla , @meganprice1977 , @heynifer Red Light Mentions: <a href="https://www.parents.com/fun/birthdays/these-are-the-most-common-birthdays-the-least/" rel="noopen
- 622: Unhinged School Incidents PreviewAug 27, 2025 · 16 minIn this episode, we’re taking you back to the hallowed (and occasionally horrifying) halls of academia as we relive our own scholarly mishaps and unpack your most unhinged school stories. We’re talking passy-aggressy teachers, oversharers who may have violated HIPAA, and the kind of classroom chaos that probably should’ve involved a lawyer. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/622 Become a Friends with Benefots for only $1.20! Listen to this full episode (ad-free) plus have access to TMYK, Cinema Sidepiece, Pilot Program, AUA and Blindspot episodes for 30 days at knoxandjamie.com/patreon by using code WORSTMONTH. Revisit our Birthday-UA | Unhinged Incidents Post Drive By Mentions: George Clinton & the P Funk All Stars | Wide Spread Panic | Dude You’re Getting a Dell Guy | Jerry Sandusky | Loud Sneeze Science Thanks to our contributors: @Aimeegatting , @house_by_baker , @cadowning , @Sedant12 , @Lindseyaten , @Tktchr , @Jensvenharo , @Sarah_connor3 , @Jewelboxamanda
- 621: Taylor Swift on New Heights, Eternity and Marty Supreme Casting ChoicesAug 20, 2025 · 1 hr 3 minIn this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including our thoughts on Taylor Swift’s podcast debut on New Heights. Join us as we discuss which moments passed the vibe check and which made us cringe so hard we joined Jamie’s PR relationship team. Plus, we share our thoughts on the casting wins and losses for the upcoming films Eternity and Marty Supreme. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/621 Join our free community at knoxandjamie.com/birthday to watch our incredible Birthday-UA replay (watch this week and you'll also receive a digital swag bag!). As a special birthday gift, use code WORSTMONTH to get 30 days of our amazing Friends With Benefots tier for only $1.20! Erin Accolades : Hurricane Erin | Best Selling Book | New Journal! What’s the Word: T Swift on New Heights (no other podcasts!) | Bayou Daddy | Apple Music Awards 2020 Interview | 2022 Directors on Directors | The Life of A Showgirl | 9 Things We Learned From Taylor Swift’s Historic New Heights Podcast Appearance (via Elle) | Taylor & Blake Aren’t Speaking (via People) Trailer Park: Eternity | Marty Supreme Red Light Mentions: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81670924" rel="noopener norefe
- 620: 12th Birthday Snake DraftAug 13, 2025 · 1 hr 32 minIn this episode, we’re celebrating our 12th birthday. Join us as we snake draft our way through the biggest pop culture events of the last twelve years. We're reliving everything, from the shocking to the cringeworthy, and the pop culture gems forever etched in our group texts, with equal parts nostalgia and nonsense. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/620 It’s our birthday! Celebrate by joining us at knoxandjamie.com/patreon . Use code WORSTMONTH to get 90% off a 30-day Friends with Benefots membership. (valid for new members only ) Save the Date and BYOC (Bring Your Own Cake) for our All Skate Birthday-UA on Tues, 8/19 at 9pm EST/8 pm CST/ 7 pm MST/6 pm PST (psst! Join us live to receive a digital swag bag!) Erin’s Receipts : I’ve Got Questions & I’ve Got Questions Guided Journal | Faith Adjacent 2013 - Things being Iconic before becoming over-cooked : Boston Marathon Bomber Chase 2017 - Mishandled : BBC Kid Interruption | Covfefe 2019 - Unlikely Collabs: Jamie’s Viral Post 2018 - Coronation : Wondering Years 2023 - Collapse of the Mono-culture : Eras Tour 2020 - Covid : <a href="https://www.amazon.com/shop/th
- 619: Urban Dictionary - Brain Rot EditionAug 6, 2025 · 1 hr 19 minIn this episode, we're back with Urban Dictionary. In this installment, listeners are sharing the words and phrases Gen Alpha is glazing that we should smash or pass. Plus, we put Erin on the hot seat and Knox red lights Jamie. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/619 Help us celebrate another year of The Popcast! Save the date and join us for our All-Skate Birthday-AUA on Tues, Aug 19 at knoxandjamie.com/birthday Revisit Urban Dictionary Episodes | Urban Dictionary Bundle | Brain Rot Definition Smash: “ Chat am I cooked? ” | Holy Airball | Sigma | Aura Farming Pass: Glazing | Zesty | Gyatt | Glizzy | 6’7 | Italian Brainrot Cinematic Universe Red Light Mentions: Shipping Kelly and Ryan | Jamie Stealing Green Lights ( KPop Demon Hunters ; Superman ) Green Lights: Jamie:
- 618: What to Watch, Read and Listen to in August PreviewJul 30, 2025 · 11 minIn this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills for August. We discuss what you should give a shot (smooch), what you should commit to (marry), and what you should just pass on by (kill) during the most mid month of the year. Join us as we share what shows we’ll be bingeing while hiding from the back-to-school chaos, which movies are actually worth leaving the AC for, and which albums will chase away the ‘Sunday Scaries’ vibe the month incites. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/618 Want to feel both seen AND terrorized? Head to knoxandjamie.com/pixarvillain and take our new quiz: What’s Your Pixar Villain Origin Story? (and don’t forget to check out our new Pixar Collection at knoxandjamie.shop ) Refresh: Smooch= give a shot, Marry = commit time to, Kill= do not murder! We’re just suggesting to skip these things. Rewind : April SMK | We do SMK most weeks on Instagram at #popcastsmk August Vibe Check: Astrology corner | Agricultural Bounty | Football Season (see also: Do you eat the crust? ) Drive-by Fact Check: how is urethra pronounced? Bonus segment: Join us on Patreon to listen to the rest of this episode ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content. Episode sponsors : Liquid IV (code: POPCAST) | PanOxyl Hosted on Acast. See <a
- The Pixar Collection PreviewJul 29, 2025 · 4 minJoin Knox and Jamie as they cruise through Pixar’s finest—Cars, Monsters, Inc., Toy Story, and Finding Nemo! This brand new collection is now available at knoxandjamie.shop ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 617: Pop Culture Lies We're Asked To BelieveJul 23, 2025 · 1 hr 13 minIn this episode, we try to capture this cultural moment where we’re asked to believe absurd pop culture lies. Was the kiss cam at the Coldplay concert random? Are Dylan McDermott and Durmot Mulroney two different people? Is probiotic soda good? Listen as we separate truth bombs from bold-faced lies. Plus, Jamie brings a shocking new scandal to her red lights. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/617 Get our brand new, exclusive series: The Pixar Collection at knoxandjamie.shop Tentpole Mentions: Jeffrey Epstein | Prince Andrew | Lost Series Finale | Quicksand | The Face on the Milk Carton | Helen Keller is not a real person | Dylan Efron is better than Zach Efron Coldplay Kiss Cam | Grace and Frankie | Dylan McDermott vs Dermot Mulroney | John Cena | No Country for Old Men vs There Will Be Blood | Probiotic Soda | Shakespeare Authorship Question | Princess Diana Red Light Mentions : <a href="https:
- 616: Justin Bieber's New Album, Tom and Sofia's Summer Fling, and the Emmy NominationsJul 16, 2025 · 1 hr 2 minIn this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including our thoughts on Justin Bieber’s surprise album, Tom Brady and Sofia Vergara’s rumored summer romance, and the new show announcement by Larry David and the Obamas. Plus, we make some Popcastic(TM) predictions for the Emmy nominations. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/616 Catch the Pilot Program for one of our favorite (and most requested!) series, Fleabag, with a 7-day free trial at knoxandjamie.com/patreon SMK: Justin Bieber’s New Album | Male Celebs getting Ab Etching Procedure | Tom Brady & Sofia Vergara | Larry David & the Obamas show | First image of the Harry Potter series Cinema Sidepiece: Coming Soon: I Know What You Did Last Summer | Eddington | Smurfs | Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical | Untamed | The Summer I Turned Pretty S3 How Do We Feel? : Emmy Nominations Red Light Mentions: Propaganda that having curly hair is easy |<a href="https://www.disneyplus.com/browse/entity-5a6d8175-d20d-4587-9860-82f7c4cef1d7?distributionPartner=google" rel="noo
- 615: Summer 2025 Toasted, Roasted or GhostedJul 9, 2025 · 57 minIn this episode, we rate the summer’s pop culture happenings. Join us as we share the binge-worthy shows and beach-read books we’ve been consuming, as well as the cringeworthy celebrity behavior and viral trends we love to hate. Plus, Jamie is back from vacation with cruise-themed rapid red lights. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/615 Get one of our amazing Digital Collection Bundles for just $5 at knoxandjamie.shop Toasted: Margo’s Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe | Fever Beach by Carl Hiaasen | Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ’s Childhood Pal by Christopher Moore | The Bear S4 Roasted: Natalie Portman & John Strasinski | Michelle Yeoh | Jurassic World: Rebirth Ghosted: Brad Pitt non-apologies | Jeff Bezos’ Wedding | Plastic Surgery Disclosure Trend Rapid Red Light Cruise Edition : Audacity (see also: CLT , Mah Jong rules , Canadian Exchange Rate ) | Banana Boats Green Lights:
- 614: Independence Day Deep DiveJul 2, 2025 · 49 minIn this episode, we revisit our Cinema Sidepiece on 1996’s patriotic classic, Independence Day. Join us as we discuss the movie's firework-worthy wins and fizzled-out failures. Plus, Knox shares the epic movie moment that has stuck with him all these years. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/614 Follow us on Instagram @thepopcast and share your thoughts on this episode Just Watch: Independence Day See Also: Wikipedia | IMDb | Rotten Tomatoes Deeper Diving: Boomer the Dog | The Speech | Bill Pullman IMDb | Fact Check: Dolphin Jewelry Resurgence | “Patricia” popularity | Honest Trailer | The Sequel Reminder: Bechdel Test | Latif Test Bonus segment: Join our new Patreon tier to listen ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content our Cinema Sidepieces and Pilot Programs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 613: Propaganda We're Not Falling For PreviewJun 25, 2025 · 18 minIn this episode, we’re jumping on the TikTok bandwagon and reacting to (hurtful) listener comments on the propaganda we’re just not falling for! From outrageous accusations about Jonathan Bailey’s hotness to controversial takes on the authenticity of audiobooks as “reading,” we’re reaching across the aisle, holding space for hot takes and sometimes calling out the haters. Plus, Knox and Jamie share some middle-aged-themed green lights. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/613 Follow us on instagram @thepopcast for extra Popcast goodness and our weekly #popcastsmk ’s and fun themed posts ! Explainer: Propaganda I’m Not Falling For | The Comments Mentions: Jonathan Bailey in Flip Flops | Set It Up on Netflix | A Hard Row to Hoe | The Harry Potter Collection Drive-bys: The Bear S4 | Strategic Vunerability Ring Light | Labubus | Marjorie Taylor Greene Thanks to our Masters of Bait : @mrskparkhurst , @mag_voo , @katielcurry <s