That's soo POP!

In this episode we dissect all things book culture, be it reading or writing. From how readership has evolved, to what it means to be an author, to booktok, to fan fiction, to AI’s involvement- we get into all the nitty gritties of what it means to be a reader and a writer in this day and age.

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In this episode Amaya & Thanuki takes a closer look at Hollywood’s obsession with reboots, the price tag on nostalgia and discusses their favorite and also their most hated reboots of all time!

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In this first of its kind episode, the two yappers Amaya & Thanuki are joined by another yapper to dive deep into his career and the nitty gritties of composing music for trailers that most would have no idea about.

With over 75 international placements, Hirushan’s work can be heard on trailers of so many franchises we know and love.

Have a listen, and support local talent.

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In this very special episode, Amaya & Thanuki reviews one of the latest Sri Lankan film releases; taking a deeper look at the layers that come together to weave a beautiful story, addressing complex themes without burdening the audience and creating space to sit with the things this film makes you feel and think about.

Go watch Cricket Sadu in theatres and support local cinema!

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In this episode Amaya & Thanuki review the latest dinosaur flick to hit the theatres this summer. Go to the cinema with your friends and family on a whim like you used to as kids, watch this film and listen to this episode, and let us know if you had as much fun as us!

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In this episode Amaya & Thanuki takes a closer look at the newest coming of age YA TV drama Sterling Point, analyzing the characters, craft and the themes it handles. Is it really the most authentically Gen Z show to have been made? Watch the show and listen in to find out!

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In this episode of That’s soo POP! Amaya and Thanuki explores the undeniable impact music has had on television and the pop culture moments and movements they have created over the years, while giving you a sneak peak behind the scenes of how our favorite songs end up on the shows we love.

Referred to on this episode: https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-lists/taylor-swift-songs-the-summer-i-turned-pretty-1235387674/thats-the-way-i-loved-you-1235387684/

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CONTAINS MAJOR SPOILERS!!!

Welcome to the second episode of That’s soo POP! where Amaya and Thanuki dish about all things Spider-Man: Brand New Day; the deeper layers of the character and the plot that add depth to the film and the pop culture moment it has turned into.

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In this very first episode of That’s soo POP! Amaya and Thanuki puts Nolan’s The Odyssey under the microscope. From casting to film craft to the source material and the reception of the film, the two hosts share their thoughts and analyses on the impact of one of the most talked about mythological adaptations of our generation. (CONTAINS SPOILERS!!)

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