Popcorn Culture

By J and Ben Carlin

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Popcorn Culture is brought to you by J and Ben Carlin aka the SuperCarlinBrothers on YouTube. The two are most well known for the The Pixar Theory, Rampant Predictions of your favorite upcoming movies, Harry Potter Trivia Fiends, and for being a pair of man childs. Man children? Men Children. None of those seem right. You get the point. Anyway, they wanted a way to talk more in depth about their theories and BEYOND! And this is their solution. A

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64 - Are We Burned Out on S...

02.26.2021

Ben and J discuss: GMA Stickers, being into comics, WandaVision, superhero burnout, weightlifting, Facebook photos, and annual predictions. Spoiler Notes: Wandavision spoilers through Episode 7 ~24m-37m ish Show Notes: Get your own GMA stickers: https://store.dftba.com/products/gma-stickers Get your own Fred the ...

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02.26.2021 64 - Are We Burned Out on Superheroes? Ben and J discuss: GMA Stickers, being into comics, WandaVision, superhero burnout, weightlifting, Facebook photos, and annual predictions. Spoiler Notes: Wandavision spoilers through Episode 7 ~24m-37m ish Show Notes: Get your own GMA stickers: https://store.dftba.com/products/gma-stickers Get your own Fred the ...
02.19.2021 63 - The Summer Camp Effect Ben and J discuss: corny jokes, The Bachelor(ette), seating charts, Virginia Tech Football, Ben’s Best Summer, intentionally mismatched socks, and what we call ourselves. Show Notes: Watch this week’s Popcast Live Premiere: Everyone has a Podcast (not spon): https://www.amazon.com/Everybody-Has-Podcast-Except-How/dp/0062974807 Why ...
02.12.2021 62 - Never Make a Decision Without a Whiteboard Ben and J discuss: Popcast inside jokes, merch flops, NEW patreon tiers, the simplification lifestyle, two-monitor setup, mountain biking, meat smoking, sentimental items, and cross-threading. Show Notes: Watch the Video Premiere of the Pop: https://youtu.be/GbMmPASFDWA What is a Jellyfish sting: ...
02.05.2021 61 - Jellyfish Stings and Other Things That Ruin the Moment Ben and J discuss: fun facts, animal group names, Totally Accurate Battle Simulator, Roanoke’s Top Dog and Dawgs, jellyfish stings, and other things that ruin the moment. Show Notes: Fun animal group names: https://www.farmersalmanac.com/25-strangest-names-animal-groups-25760 Totally Accurate Battle Simulator: https://store.steampowered.com/app/508440/Totally_Accurate_Battle_Simulator/ Jeff ...
01.29.2021 60 - The Stanley Duck Ben and J discuss: Super Carlin Gaming, tattoos, Pokemon, changing your mind, #GreenMallardAssociation, lightning, and wood carving. Show Notes: Mario Kart Roulette: https://bit.ly/3ou603p Nuzlocke Challenge: https://bit.ly/3iYoPe0 Get your very own GMA stickers: https://store.dftba.com/products/gma-stickers Lightning Protection Systems: https://stormhighway.com/protection.php What happens when ...
01.22.2021 59 - Ben Has The Cutest Dog Ben and J discuss: being wrong vs being correct, the evolution of the comments section, Indie is the cutest dog, rare corals, and flash games. Show Notes: Check out Seamus Gorman: https://www.youtube.com/seamusgorman4 Why do we yawn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaY3rxvQlhk Vote for Indie: ...
01.15.2021 58 - Cantaloupe Catapults Ben and J discuss: being tech-savvy, cupdate, stickers, cool shoes, watch wearing, Ben’s parties, fruit cannons, and stripping your laundry. Show Notes: Check out Bacon and Eggs: https://baconandeggsmedia.podbean.com/ Watch Wearing: https://watchbandit.com/why-should-you-wear-your-watch-on-the-left-wrist-heres-the-answer/ Popcast Watch Wearing Habits: https://forms.gle/rCaDUc3sbm3FzEu37 Watermelon Pop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27FZ2NmBtyM Laundry ...
01.08.2021 57 - Throwing the Game Ben and J discuss: tapas, staycations, decor for self-expression, AFC East and the football playoffs, interesting pets, mountain biking, and the importance of stretching. Show Notes: Kani Salad: https://www.wellseasonedstudio.com/spicy-kani-salad-recipe/ Support the Show and Vote for the Popcast Host: https://www.patreon.com/popcornculture Email ...
01.01.2021 56 - New Year's Resolutions Ben and J discuss: becoming professional, SCB video highlights, New Year’s Resolutions, the point of social media, and positivity. Show Notes: Thor’s New Eye: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dqr4lFXdLZ4 Thrawn is Coming: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2rd-uPeRv8 Nagini is a Woman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dh2H5ui608U Peter Pettigrew’s Son: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgH8-6hc2hU CGP Grey ...
12.25.2020 55 - GMA Christmas Special In this extra-special anniversary episode, Ben and J discuss specialiest guests and the Green Mallard Association Gift Exchange. Show Notes: Stereograms: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autostereogram Rocky Dale Quarry: http://www.rockydalequarries.com/ Support the Show and Vote for the Popcast Host: https://www.patreon.com/popcornculture Email the show: [email protected] ...
12.18.2020 54 - What is the Point of Sports? Ben and J discuss: Victory Stadium, the underdog advantage, football, getting into the Christmas spirit, Rocky Horror Picture Show, mariachi music, Enneagram test, and the Popcast anniversary. Show Notes: Brad Pitt’s High School: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kickapoo_High_School_(Springfield,_Missouri)#Notable_alumni Ronde and Tiki Barber: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tiki_Barber; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ronde_Barber ...
12.11.2020 53 - It’s Always Better Live Ben and J discuss: things better live, Buckets Blakes, seeing the future, sensory deprivation, Ben’s attempt to see the future, soul mates, and invasive species. Show notes: Carlin Brothers Coffee: https://www.carlinbrotherscoffee.com/discount/BYDEC11 Buckets Blakes: https://harlemglobetrotters.fandom.com/wiki/Buckets_Blakes More Buckets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijeR-JhB3rQ Epic leap climb: ...
12.04.2020 52 - At the Center of Your Universe Ben and J discuss: popcast creation, nail care, men’s dress fashion, Super Carlin Sock Club, merchandise on YouTube, inner monologue, The Truman Show, questions far too deep for the podcast and one more thing. Show Notes: Beginner Nail Care: https://youtu.be/UZlzJZRDUAI?t=184 ...
11.27.2020 51 - Pizza Parties are the Best Reward Ben and J discuss: skilled announcers and commentators, Beamer Ball, types of motivation, trophy ceremonies, elementary school rewards, bikes, cameras, and gift giving. Show Notes: 3XL Gloves Friend: https://oklahoman.com/article/3407446/jarrett-boykin-is-hands-on-for-hokies Over the Edge video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PA76VNsBQyg&list=PLLHeqkcn5RTclq7-MesRIFbdDELlW6bXt&index=96 Support the Show and Vote for ...
11.20.2020 50 - Ben Give (Bad) Examples Ben and J discuss: calendars, memory, paintball, biking, cell phones, singing along, what’s “trendy”, board games, important music, Netflix pressure, and Instagram. Show Notes: Merged Circus Companies: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ringling_Bros._and_Barnum_%26_Bailey_Circus Emily in Paris Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lptctjAT-Mk Greatest Showman Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXCTMGYUg9A Ben’s Insta: https://www.instagram.com/scb_ben/ ...
11.13.2020 49 - Braincrack Ben and J discuss: jokes, snacks, cereal, meat smoking, SCB offices, negotiation, RV campers, chess, and mountain biking. Show Notes: Why did the chicken cross the road?: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Why_did_the_chicken_cross_the_road%3F#History Support the Show and Vote for the Popcast Host: https://www.patreon.com/popcornculture Email the ...
11.06.2020 48 - Pulling off the En Passant Ben and J discuss:: Intro to Acting 101, the vulnerability of enthusiasm, color theory, animal sidekicks, mountain biking, beginner’s luck, chess strategy, and dog skills. Show Notes: Purple doesn’t exist (adult language): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVhA18_dmg0 J riding the skinny: https://bit.ly/3mWAb2N Dunning Kruger ...
10.30.2020 47 - A Helix of Condiments Ben and J discuss:: premium movie theaters, cable packages, Game of Thrones, Harry Potter, “The Yellow Shirt”, and hot dog toppings. Show Notes: Why is Movie Theater Popcorn So Expensive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URJm5Irunhw Is Hagrid Rich?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n36vdZbtjnA The Shirt, Original: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10VvGdBVeVCkLXX_fqlc_olilTdhzfylh/view?usp=sharing Hot ...
10.23.2020 46 - The Element of Surprise!! Ben and J discuss:: permanent marker, harmless pranks, food hacks, the Mandalorian, interesting superpowers, Christmas music, ladders, and horses. Show Notes: LAST CHANCE to get your Person card: https://www.patreon.com/popcornculture Taking sharpie off with dry erase marker: https://www.polymersolutions.com/blog/dry-erase-marker-trick/ Adding Milk to ...
10.16.2020 45 - Do People Eat Gingerbread Houses? Ben and J discuss:: trick or treating, heelies, holiday yard decor, gingerbread houses, chocolate chip ice cream, coyotes, sound systems, and Weird Al. Show Notes: Proof for Person Card: https://www.patreon.com/posts/person-card-42567164 C9 Bulb lights: https://amzn.to/3j6habM Bad Hair Day Album: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKbe-SUIOzs&list=PL6ogdCG3tAWiEoiPuHgTyj3MReb6YMtsh Arctic ...
10.09.2020 44 - We Know Literally Nothing About Music Ben and J discuss:: wild horses, joke construction, Ted Lasso, musicians, American Idol, country songs, one-star reviews, Lime Scooters, and being in on inside jokes. Show Notes: Chincoteague and Assateague: https://www.chincoteague.com/assateague-island.html Ted Lasso Trailer (#notsponsored): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u7EIiohs6U Building Frequencies (there’s a ...
10.02.2020 43 - How To Start A New Idea Ben and J discuss:: Person Cards, Wild Opportunities, Starting Carlin Brothers Coffee, Life Plans, Rain, Mountain Biking, Tattoos, and Ski Adventures. Show Notes: Join the Patreon and get your own Popcast Person Card: https://www.patreon.com/popcornculture Three-Wolf Moon Shirt: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Wolf_Moon J loves ...
09.25.2020 42 - Best Ways to Wrap a Present Ben and J discuss: laughter, GMA gift exchange stories, bee stings, mountain biking, Bear Grylls, and the return of sports. Show Notes: Get Your Very Own Metal Person Card: https://www.patreon.com/popcornculture Scott Sterling is the best goalkeeper: https://youtu.be/8F9jXYOH2c0 Poisonous vs Venomous: ...
09.18.2020 41 - How To Dance Like No One’s Watching Ben and J discuss: rough drafts, scent memory, furniture shopping, college couch stories, shirt story revisit, hair color, feeding the trolls, dancing, and TV shows we’re watching.
09.11.2020 40 - Living During Interesting Times Ben and J discuss: frictionless purchasing, cool bedrooms, sunglasses, the Blue Checkmark, Hamilton, theatres, work conferences, and barriers to entry.
09.04.2020 39 - The Quest for the Yeard Ben and J discuss: online presences, personal core memories, camping misadventures, hitting zero, getting good at something, social media, missing the party, the quest for the yeard, anxiety dreams, and fear of the unknown.
08.28.2020 38 - Why it’s hard to change someone’s mind Ben and J discuss: Job Perceptions, Jump Cuts, Why it’s hard to change your mind, actor friends, swear words, dad jokes, Dungeons and Dragons, and tubing.
08.21.2020 37 - Am I the Chosen One? Ben and J discuss: shock jocks, nice accents, terms of endearment, anxiety dreams, research papers, personality tests, Hunger Games, acrostics, Cup-date Alert, Narwhals (are they real?), and savoring the moment.
08.14.2020 36 - Knives are Mini Swords Ben and J discuss: Wikipedia, “Donny Basketballs”, Ambitious Foods, Poetry, Magnet Fishing, General Knowledge, and whether water has a flavor.
08.07.2020 35 - Doomedt Ben and J discuss: Sparks Nevada, acting classes, penmanship, food challenges, convenience stores, airplane food, trying new things is scary, and dramatic hair changes.
07.31.2020 34 - Is Milk a Dinner Beverage? Ben and J discuss: multivitamins, food presentation, cup usage, personal props, ice saws, bourbon, how to not spook a horse, buying a farm, and returning the birthday love.
07.24.2020 33 - Is a Cup a Hole? Ben and J discuss: the dog doo chronicles, making chores fun, teachable moments, forts, regional words, kid logic, simplified life, things that get better with age, and sticker stress.
07.17.2020 32 - Bread is My New Love Language Ben and J discuss: spoonerisms, donuts, unprecedented agreement, carb-based joy, sequencing, deadlines, morning routines, ownership of your own interests, and mascots.
07.10.2020 31 - We Could Own a Castle Ben and J discuss: banana peels, lawn care, Karen encounters, dealing with negative encounters with positive conversation, trying to have a good relationship with your neighbors, castles, and horse names.
07.03.2020 30 - Times Ben Almost Was Remarkable Ben and J discuss: friends of your friends, MLMs, digging Holes, beanie babies, ebay, the movie theater principle, auctions, how Ben is actually the star of the Truman show, and garbage day.
06.26.2020 29 - Duck in a Cup Ben and J discuss: branding and product placement, tech problems, text-iquette, professional writing classes, buying anticipation, lightbulbs, purchase history, and smoothies.
06.19.2020 28 - Is Everyone Let Down by Their Sports Teams? Ben and J discuss: soccer, basketball, being a sports fan, being let down as a sports fan, 30 Tips to Improve Yourself, waking up early, having confidence, and powerful music.
06.12.2020 27 - Send some love to the Caffeinator Ben and J discuss: pasta names, baby food, vacation snacks, Survivor, travel anxiety, how to say hello to cool people, “The Caffeinator”, how to blow your nose, cleaning up after your dogs, and composting.
06.05.2020 26 - Foods that You Just Won’t Eat Ben and J discuss: sneezing and runny noses, Homework routines, peeing at the movies, end credits, high-pressure driving, hot dogs, foods that you won’t eat, and burrito hierarchy.
05.29.2020 25 - The Danger of Shuffle Ben and J discuss: talk shows, Tik Tok, YouTube watching habits, kid’s TV, creepy animation styles, bowling, beach country music, CDs, music tastes, and shuffle playlists.
05.22.2020 24 - Strangely Private Conversations Ben and J discuss: small luxuries, personal scents, strangely private conversations, strong opinions about weak things, the “Collector’s Notion”, stationary bikes, drinking water, work systems, and words for “farts”.
05.15.2020 23 - Things I Used to Spend Time Thinking About Ben and J discuss: social media, screen name origin stories, laundry, birth order, clothing as an expression of self, video games, Dad Carlin playing basketball, the 10,000 hour rule, learning to drive, and video games. Show Notes: Follow us on ...
05.08.2020 22 - So Many Camping Stories Ben and J discuss: speedcubing, Hot Wheels, collecting, canoe camping, adventures with GMA, hiking, Waffle House, and Tyler mowing the lawn!
05.01.2020 21 - Growing Up With A Gravel Driveway Builds Character Ben and J discuss: beanbag chairs, cement vs concrete, basketball, having three children, words that only your family has, podcast catchphrases, quarantine updates, tik tok, and why it’s a bad idea to prank your office manager who writes your show ...
04.24.2020 20 - Are Skateboards Cooler than Scooters Get 15% off your entire order by going to http://www.VinceroWatches.com/Popcorn Ben and J discuss: childhood modes of transportation, walking steps, home renovations, shoes, discussion forums, pouring concrete, lawn mowing, and Rubik's cubes.
04.17.2020 19 - What is it like being a YouTuber? Ben and J discuss: Playing Favorites, Self-Identification, Being a YouTuber, Diablo 2, Acting, Characters, Job Titles, Thumbnail Design, Burnout, and Listener Stories.
04.10.2020 18 - It's Hard to be Cool at Middle School Dances Ben and J discuss: streaming, global changes from Covid, learning to dance, weddings, middle school dances, being “cool”, the Popcast, movie theaters, streaming services, Tiger King, and aquariums. Vote for the Show Host on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/popcornculture Follow Us on Twitter: ...
04.03.2020 17 - Things That I Thought Made Me Interesting Ben and J discuss: speed bumps, loud cars, social distancing, talking to the void, bubblegum, ordering pizza, Things that I thought made me interesting, flip flops, sound systems, car noise, and college orientation. Show Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1teV4-nSHkjEBUbqUOnP1MX2qmdYCPM_NssqxYWRSyAA/edit#bookmark=id.pcw7sixuwe8
03.27.2020 16 - Harry Potter and Starting Super Carlin Brothers Ben and J discuss: The Emperor’s New Groove, plot holes, Harry Potter, snowball gifts, active reading, audiobooks, yard work, people pleasing, intent vs impact, SCB year 1, Covid-19, work from home, and wearing shoes at home. Show notes: Editor’s Note: ...
03.20.2020 15 - The Time Ben Went to Jail and T-Shirt Cannons Ben and J discuss: Patreon, creative writing, going to jail, four-wheel drive, COVID-19, J’s kids, cliche phrases, questions without winning answers, calling into the radio, t-shirt cannons, and how to get picked from the audience. Show Notes: Popcorn Culture on ...

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64 - Are We Burned Out on Superheroes?

63 - The Summer Camp Effect

62 - Never Make a Decision Without a Whiteboard

61 - Jellyfish Stings and Other Things That Ruin the Moment

60 - The Stanley Duck

59 - Ben Has The Cutest Dog

58 - Cantaloupe Catapults

57 - Throwing the Game

56 - New Year's Resolutions

55 - GMA Christmas Special

54 - What is the Point of Sports?

53 - It’s Always Better Live

52 - At the Center of Your Universe

51 - Pizza Parties are the Best Reward

50 - Ben Give (Bad) Examples

49 - Braincrack

48 - Pulling off the En Passant

47 - A Helix of Condiments

46 - The Element of Surprise!!

45 - Do People Eat Gingerbread Houses?

44 - We Know Literally Nothing About Music

43 - How To Start A New Idea

42 - Best Ways to Wrap a Present

41 - How To Dance Like No One’s Watching

40 - Living During Interesting Times

39 - The Quest for the Yeard

38 - Why it’s hard to change someone’s mind

37 - Am I the Chosen One?

36 - Knives are Mini Swords

35 - Doomedt

34 - Is Milk a Dinner Beverage?

33 - Is a Cup a Hole?

32 - Bread is My New Love Language

31 - We Could Own a Castle

30 - Times Ben Almost Was Remarkable

29 - Duck in a Cup

28 - Is Everyone Let Down by Their Sports Teams?

27 - Send some love to the Caffeinator

26 - Foods that You Just Won’t Eat

25 - The Danger of Shuffle

24 - Strangely Private Conversations

23 - Things I Used to Spend Time Thinking About

22 - So Many Camping Stories

21 - Growing Up With A Gravel Driveway Builds Character

20 - Are Skateboards Cooler than Scooters

19 - What is it like being a YouTuber?

18 - It's Hard to be Cool at Middle School Dances

17 - Things That I Thought Made Me Interesting

16 - Harry Potter and Starting Super Carlin Brothers

15 - The Time Ben Went to Jail and T-Shirt Cannons

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