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Weekly Pop episodes

  • The Pride episode

    Happy Pride Month, listeners! Hosts Ema Sasic and Kevin Schwaller have a PRIDEFUL themed episode for you, recapping some of their ultimate favorite LGBTQ+ films and television shows. From "Portrait of a Lady on Fire" to "Pose," the two discuss a handful of their top pics. This also obviously means they get into the iconic mix-up between "L* L* L*nd" and "Moonlight" at the 2017 Oscars.


    "We're having [Pride]!" - Katya Zamolodchikova


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    (Intro/outro) She's The Greatest Dancer by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ryan_Andersen/MORE/Shes_The_Greatest_Dancer?fbclid=IwAR1TDCO9eT6TxmDrTaJr9HRQVk2gUu00cNXeG8oik3avXVEhbSGqsqUfLko

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    (Break) Extremely Tik-tok compatible for slow videos by Lundstroem is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lundstroem/the-happiest-songs/extremely-tik-tok-compatible-for-slow-videos/

    43 min
  • 'The Little Mermaid,' Disney live-action films

    Hosts Ema Sasic and Kevin Schwaller dive under the sea to discuss the latest Disney live-action remake, “The Little Mermaid,” starring Halle Bailey, Jonah Hauer-King, Melissa McCarthy and Javier Bardem. They discuss the “controversies” that have plagued this film from the start and the ways it exceeded their expectations. They also get into Disney’s mega-history of live action films, from “Alice in Wonderland” and “Cinderella” to their top-tier pick “Beauty and the Beast.” What’s the best way to listen to this podcast? By wearing your best princess dress, obviously. 


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    (Intro/outro) She's The Greatest Dancer by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ryan_Andersen/MORE/Shes_The_Greatest_Dancer?fbclid=IwAR1TDCO9eT6TxmDrTaJr9HRQVk2gUu00cNXeG8oik3avXVEhbSGqsqUfLko

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    (Break) Extremely Tik-tok compatible for slow videos by Lundstroem is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lundstroem/the-happiest-songs/extremely-tik-tok-compatible-for-slow-videos/

    1 hr 7 min
  • 2023 Cannes Film Festival highlights

    Hosts Ema Sasic and Kevin Schwaller are back after a week off and they discuss highlights from this year's Cannes Film Festival, as Ema was able to attend the festival in France, while Kevin was enjoying his own French experience, sipping on a Grey Goose slush (in EPCOT). From Martin Scorsese's upcoming "Killers of the Flower Moon" to the "Vanderpump Rules" #Scandoval, your favorite hosts are back and more chaotic than ever in this slightly shorter episode. Don't worry, they'll be back in full swing next week!


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    (Intro/outro) She's The Greatest Dancer by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ryan_Andersen/MORE/Shes_The_Greatest_Dancer?fbclid=IwAR1TDCO9eT6TxmDrTaJr9HRQVk2gUu00cNXeG8oik3avXVEhbSGqsqUfLko

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    (Break) Extremely Tik-tok compatible for slow videos by Lundstroem is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lundstroem/the-happiest-songs/extremely-tik-tok-compatible-for-slow-videos/

    28 min
  • 'The Other Two,' 'Love & Death,' upcoming Max streaming service

    Hosts Ema Sasic and Kevin Schwaller are back to discuss two diametrically opposite pieces of content once again! Season three of "The Other Two" is officially back, baby, and they get into all the silly situations the Dubek's find themselves in. They also discuss "Love & Death" and their love of unhinged white women. The hosts cap off their discussion with upcoming changes with the HBO Max and Discovery+ merger, Max, and some controversial content announcements.


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    (Intro/outro) She's The Greatest Dancer by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ryan_Andersen/MORE/Shes_The_Greatest_Dancer?fbclid=IwAR1TDCO9eT6TxmDrTaJr9HRQVk2gUu00cNXeG8oik3avXVEhbSGqsqUfLko

    Copyright notice:

    (Break) Extremely Tik-tok compatible for slow videos by Lundstroem is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lundstroem/the-happiest-songs/extremely-tik-tok-compatible-for-slow-videos/

    56 min
  • 'Beau Is Afraid,' revisiting 'Hereditary,' 'Midsommar'

    It's the Ari Aster tribute episode!

    Ema Sasic and Kevin Schwaller dive into Aster's latest project, "Beau Is Afraid," and just like the titular character, they are also afraid of Patti LuPone. The two also dissect the filmmaker's previous feature films, "Hereditary" and "Midsommar," and this obviously includes several minutes of obsessing over Toni Collette and Florence Pugh.

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    (Intro/outro) She's The Greatest Dancer by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ryan_Andersen/MORE/Shes_The_Greatest_Dancer?fbclid=IwAR1TDCO9eT6TxmDrTaJr9HRQVk2gUu00cNXeG8oik3avXVEhbSGqsqUfLko

    Copyright notice:

    (Break) Extremely Tik-tok compatible for slow videos by Lundstroem is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lundstroem/the-happiest-songs/extremely-tik-tok-compatible-for-slow-videos/

    56 min
  • 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret,' 'Evil Dead Rise' reviews

    What are two movies that have many similarities between them? "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret" and "Evil Dead Rise." Yes, you read that correctly. In this episode of Weekly Pop, Ema Sasic and Kevin Schwaller share their thoughts on these two wholesome and terrifying films that deal with motherhood and a little blood here and there.


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    (Intro/outro) She's The Greatest Dancer by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ryan_Andersen/MORE/Shes_The_Greatest_Dancer?fbclid=IwAR1TDCO9eT6TxmDrTaJr9HRQVk2gUu00cNXeG8oik3avXVEhbSGqsqUfLko

    Copyright notice:

    (Break) Extremely Tik-tok compatible for slow videos by Lundstroem is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lundstroem/the-happiest-songs/extremely-tik-tok-compatible-for-slow-videos/

    38 min
  • Recapping Coachella 2023, our favorite concerts

    Ema Sasic and Kevin Schwaller discuss the first weekend of the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, as they have boots on the ground who saw the highs and the lows (thanks, Ema!). From Bad Bunny to BLACKPINK to the controversial Frank Ocean performance, the two discuss this year's headliners. They then talk some of their all-time favorite concert experiences, including Beyoncé, Harry Styles, Selena Gomez and more. Plus, which artists would they willingly enter a "Saw" game in order to see? Stay tuned to find out!

    (Note: This was recorded before Frank Ocean dropped out of the second weekend of Coachella)

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    (Intro/outro) She's The Greatest Dancer by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ryan_Andersen/MORE/Shes_The_Greatest_Dancer?fbclid=IwAR1TDCO9eT6TxmDrTaJr9HRQVk2gUu00cNXeG8oik3avXVEhbSGqsqUfLko

    Copyright notice:

    (Break) Extremely Tik-tok compatible for slow videos by Lundstroem is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lundstroem/the-happiest-songs/extremely-tik-tok-compatible-for-slow-videos/

    46 min
  • 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie,' our favorite animated movies

    Ema Sasic and Kevin Schwaller discuss the (level) ups and downs of "The Super Mario Bros. Movie," which recently had the biggest global release for an animated film ever. They talk about their favorite vocal performances in the film, as well as what they wish was in it. The two hosts also reflect on their favorite animated films, from "Frozen" to "Shrek 2," the biggest Best Picture snubs of all time. Will they ever forgive the Academy Awards for it? Doubt it.


    Disclaimer:

    Copyright notice:

    (Intro/outro) She's The Greatest Dancer by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ryan_Andersen/MORE/Shes_The_Greatest_Dancer?fbclid=IwAR1TDCO9eT6TxmDrTaJr9HRQVk2gUu00cNXeG8oik3avXVEhbSGqsqUfLko

    Copyright notice:

    (Break) Extremely Tik-tok compatible for slow videos by Lundstroem is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lundstroem/the-happiest-songs/extremely-tik-tok-compatible-for-slow-videos/

    45 min
  • Possible changes coming to the Academy Awards, Amazon's 'Swarm'

    Will the Academy Awards look a little different next year? Ema Sasic and Kevin Schwaller discuss recent talk of new eligibility requirements and the Academy's new Production and Technology Branch. Could a stunt category finally be within reach at the Oscars? The two also discuss Donald Glover's new Amazon Prime series "Swarm." They may or may not also have some hot takes about the DC Extended Universe.


    Disclaimer:

    Copyright notice:

    (Intro/outro) She's The Greatest Dancer by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ryan_Andersen/MORE/Shes_The_Greatest_Dancer?fbclid=IwAR1TDCO9eT6TxmDrTaJr9HRQVk2gUu00cNXeG8oik3avXVEhbSGqsqUfLko

    Copyright notice:

    (Break) Extremely Tik-tok compatible for slow videos by Lundstroem is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lundstroem/the-happiest-songs/extremely-tik-tok-compatible-for-slow-videos/

    42 min
  • Our favorite films and shows, what we're looking forward to watching in 2023

    Ema Sasic and Kevin Schwaller have known each other for several years, but you have no idea who they are. What better way to get to know them than through their favorite movies and television shows? The two hosts also talk about some of the 2023 releases they're looking forward to, like "Barbie," "Beau Is Afraid" and "Dune: Part Two."


    Disclaimer:

    Copyright notice:

    (Intro/outro) She's The Greatest Dancer by Ryan Andersen is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Ryan_Andersen/MORE/Shes_The_Greatest_Dancer?fbclid=IwAR1TDCO9eT6TxmDrTaJr9HRQVk2gUu00cNXeG8oik3avXVEhbSGqsqUfLko

    Copyright notice:

    (Break) Extremely Tik-tok compatible for slow videos by Lundstroem is licensed under a Attribution 4.0 International License. https://freemusicarchive.org/music/lundstroem/the-happiest-songs/extremely-tik-tok-compatible-for-slow-videos/

    43 min

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Entertainment aficionados, pop culture connoisseurs and more importantly friends from college, Ema Sasic and Kevin Schwaller host "Weekly Pop," covering film, television, music, awards and all things…