Welcome back to this week’s episode of Pop! Goes the Kernel! This week, your hosts Marissa Armstrong, Gabriella Mercedes and Gracy Anne Frank discuss the 2026 Met Gala theme “Costume Art,” the 99th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, a preview of the “Dancing with the Stars” finale and more.

Welcome back to this week’s episode of Pop! Goes the Kernel! This week, your hosts Marissa Armstrong, Gabriella Mercedes, Isabella Lindsey and Gracy Anne Frank break down some of the largest categories of the 2026 Grammy Awards and place their predictions on who they want to see win the awards this year.

Welcome back to this week’s episode of Pop! Goes the Kernel! This week, your hosts Marissa Armstrong, Gabriella Mercedes and Isabella Lindsey discuss the best and worst celebrity Halloween costumes, the return of holiday drinks, the Hardee’s Rizzwich meal and more.

Welcome back to this week’s episode of Pop! Goes the Kernel! This week, your hosts Marissa Armstrong, Gabriella Mercedes and Isabella Lindsey discuss the new movie “Regretting You,” People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive, Miss USA 2025, 67 being the word of the year and more.

Welcome back to this week’s episode of Pop! Goes the Kernel! This week, your hosts Marissa Armstrong, Gabriella Mercedes, Isabella Lindsey and Jackson Redish discuss the new episodes of “Saturday Night Live,” the Victoria’s Secret fashion show, new albums by Tame Impala and Ty Dolla $ign, the Louvre robbery and more.

Welcome back to this week’s episode of Pop! Goes the Kernel! This week, your hosts Libby Heckert, Marissa Armstrong, Gabriella Mercedes and Isabella Lindsey discuss Bad Bunny headlining the 2026 Super Bowl, fall fashion at Keeneland, controversy within the world of the Miss USA pageants, Kayne West’s list of betrayal and more.

Welcome back to this week’s episode of Pop! Goes the Kernel! This week, your hosts Libby Heckert, Marissa Armstrong, Gabriella Mercedes and Isabella Lindsey discuss “The Summer I Turned Pretty” series finale, the new season of “Dancing with the Stars,” the 2025 Emmy Awards, celebrity couple drama and more.

Welcome back to this week’s episode of Pop! Goes the Kernel! This week, your hosts Libby Heckert, Marissa Armstrong and Gabriella Mercedes discuss “Love Island USA” season seven, current trends regarding Labubus, new summer releases in television, movies and music, Taylor Swift’s engagement to Travis Kelce and more.

We’re back with another episode of Pop! Goes the Kernel, and this week is packed with drama, awards season buzz, and pageant fashion critiques! 🎤✨ Join hosts Gabriella Mercedes, Lauren Smiley, Libby Heckert, and Marissa Armstrong as they break down:

Golden Globes Recap – From Nikki Glaser’s historic hosting debut to Wicked’s surprising snubs, we unpack the biggest wins, shocking upsets, and the viral moments that had everyone talking. Plus, we debate Amelia Perez’s four wins and whether the internet backlash is justified.

Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni Lawsuit – The It Ends With Us co-stars are making headlines for all the wrong reasons. We dive into the allegations, defamation claims, and the behind-the-scenes drama that has fans rethinking the film.

Miss America 2024 – A new queen has been crowned! We discuss Alabama’s win, Texas’ first runner-up placement, and the biggest fashion hits and misses of the night. Are pageant gowns getting too casual? And did Tennessee’s dress cost her the crown?

Beyoncé’s Halftime-Worthy Performance – Queen Bey stunned at the Texans vs. Ravens Christmas game, delivering a Cowboy Carter-themed spectacle complete with a floating stage, denim-wrapped trucks, and a show-stopping entrance on horseback. Was it even better than a Super Bowl performance?

The TikTok Ban Debate – Could TikTok really be banned in the U.S.? We unpack the latest political developments, why people are freaking out, and whether Instagram Reels can ever truly replace it. Plus, is social media ruining childhoods? We get nostalgic about the days of Musical.ly, Vine, and playing outside until the streetlights came on.

And of course, we wrap up with Hot Takes & 2025 Bingo Card Predictions, featuring fan submissions on what they expect in the new year—from Taylor Swift’s Reputation (Taylor’s Version) to wild sports predictions.

As 2024 comes to an end, it’s time to rewind and relive the biggest pop culture moments that defined the year! ✨ From viral sensations to major celebrity drama, this year had no shortage of entertainment. Join us as we break down the trends, scandals, and events that had everyone talking:

Hollywood Highlights – From the Barbie and Challengers craze to Wicked dominating social media, we recap the movies that took over the box office and the performances that had us glued to our screens.

Music Madness – Brat Summer was in full force, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour became a global phenomenon, and Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter had the world buzzing. Plus, how did TikTok shape this year’s biggest hits?

Award Show Shockers & Fashion Wins – From unforgettable Met Gala looks to the Golden Globe nominations that got everyone talking, we reflect on the most iconic (and questionable) red carpet moments.

The Year in Celebrity Romance & Drama – Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s romance took center stage, the internet had a meltdown over celebrity lookalikes, and Who TF Did I Marry? became the breakup saga of the year.

The Paris Olympics & Sports Moments That Took Over – From viral Olympic controversies to unexpected sports drama (cough Michigan vs. Ohio State), we break down the biggest wins and wildest moments in the world of sports.

TikTok’s Cultural Takeover – From Demure & Mindful to Wait, they don’t love you like I love you, we explore the trends that had everyone participating in the latest challenge or debate.

Get ready for a deep dive into the biggest pop culture shifts, viral moments, and iconic events that made 2024 unforgettable. Grab your popcorn—this is one recap you don’t want to miss! 🍿