
The Popcast With Knox and Jamie
Wondery
A weekly pop culture podcast seeking to educate on things that entertain, but do not matter.
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Location:
United States
Networks:
Wondery
Description:
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.
Twitter:
@popcastpod
Language:
English
Website:
http://www.knoxandjamie.com/
Email:
popcastpod@gmail.com
Episodes
604: Spring Awakenings Preview
4/23/2025
In this episode, we take a springtime stroll through our earliest pop culture Spring Awakenings. From animated foxes to that lake scene in Now and Then, we react to our listeners’ formative swoons with the appropriate amount of side-eye, nostalgia, and therapy suggestions. Plus, we uncover the pattern behind Knox and Jamie’s types.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/604knoxandjamie.com/signupIG Comment Goodness Knox’s Type Sun Maid Raisin LadyVeronicaMonaRed JasmineShere KhanJerryLola BunnyCarmen SandiegoGadget HackwrenchAnnie Potts Jamie’s TypeTop Gun volleyball sceneDirty DancingJason Bateman in Silver SpoonsHogan FamilyTeen Wolf TooRiver PhoenixBlair Underwood in LA LawUniversal Types Christian Bale in NewsiesDevon Sawa Jeremy SumpterRobin HoodBenny the Jet RodriguezErin’s Type //Dimitri from AnastasiaEric Von DettenMark Paul GosselaarJTT
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Duration:00:17:04
603: Chicken Jockey Trend Explainer, Easter Tradition Ratings and Upcoming Films and Shows
4/16/2025
In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including an explainer of the Chicken Jockey trend that is causing chaos in theaters. Plus, we break down which Easter traditions are overrated, which are underrated, and which are properly rated.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/603knoxandjamie.shopExplain it to me like I’m Five:Live (as in not dead) ChickenWhat’s The Word:why does Easter date change?Instacart’s Loved & Loathed Easter FoodsCinema Sidepiece: The King of KingsThe AmateurWarfareTrailer Park:The Phoenician SchemeRed Light Mentions: Church Signs Gone Wrong | The Pitt for being too good | IRS not telling me I have extra time to file | Jamie’s Viral Bluesky | White Lotus scandal apparatus | Apple TV+ Green Lights
Green lights:
GhostlightCareless People
Bonus segment:
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Duration:01:08:17
602: Best and Worst Finales
4/9/2025
In this episode, inspired by the season three finale of The White Lotus, we’re delving into the best and worst finales of all time. Listen as we discuss what paid off and what left us wanting closure in The White Lotus’s Amor Fati. Plus, we disclose which finales make our top-tier list and which are dumpster fires that should be banned from the canon.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/602Gilmore Girls Pilot Programknoxandjamie.com/patreonThe White Lotus S3 FinaleThe AmericansSuccessionFleabagThe SopranosDinosaursThe ResurrectionSherlockWill and GraceAliasGodfather 3Rise of SkywalkerPitch Perfect 3Red Light mentions: 601Jodi Thomas not PiccaultHistory of Asbestos in J&J Baby PowderRetha Nichole’s YouTubeMission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning TrailerTom Hanks’ daughter’s Tell All
Green lights:
Blood over Bright Haven by M.L. WangThe History of Sound by Ben Shattuck
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Duration:01:09:58
601: What to Watch, Read, or Listen to In April
4/2/2025
In this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills of April. 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 foolish month of the year. Join us as we share what shows we’ll be bingeing as we hide away from all the pollen and which movies are worth taking an allergy shot for. Plus, we discuss whether we’ve reached peak Pedro Pascalasance.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/601knoxandjamie.com/qtnasWeather WoesTwisters: Missouri on NetflixDying for SexThe Luckiest Man in AmericaOrdinary TimeSky DaddyEnchantraNo More TearsHacksBlack MirrorYes Chef!Ransom CanyonThe AmateurThe Accountant 2HavocWhere is “God’s Country”Aaron RodgersThe Pope’s health status
Green lights:
The ResidenceTerrance’s #BlackBirder ArtThe Bi Polar EPBlack Bag
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Duration:00:54:39
600: QTNAs About Podcasting Preview
3/26/2025
In this milestone 600th episode (!!!) of The Popcast, we celebrate by answering some fantastic listener Questions That Need Answers. Join us as we reflect on our podcasting journey and discuss behind-the-scenes dynamics, industry challenges, and the future of the PMG. Plus, Knox and Jamie share two mutual green lights!
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/600knoxandjamie.com/patreonQTNA Highlight583524499Podcasting ChallengesEp 500 - The Nos of Podcasting Ep 582 Flavor Town 10March MadnessTangled Live Action@mommatamyaz@hokiejennylynn@kaynprice2@thedauntlesscat
Green Lights:
FlowSunrise on the ReapingAdolescence
Bonus segment:
knoxandjamie.com/shopBFOTSFWBPatreon
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Duration:00:21:15
599: Recasting The Hunger Games Characters
3/19/2025
In this episode, we recast the characters of the young adult dystopian franchise, The Hunger Games. Join us as we step into the casting director’s chair to reimagine Panem’s most iconic characters with the best pop culture replacements from the 90s and 2000s. May the casting odds be ever in your favor!
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/599 knoxandjamie.com/shopThe Books The MoviesKatniss MulanNatalie PortmanGale Morris Chestnut Gary from Teen Mom S1Peeta Jonathan Taylor Thomas Shia LaBeoufJoseph Gordon-LevittFinnick Jordan Catalano Josh Hartnett
Red Lights: Mother Nature | iHeartRadio Podcast Awards
Green Lights:
Book 1Book 2How to Blow Up A Pipeline
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Duration:01:09:52
598: Harry Potter Show Castings, Long Awaited Trailers and Future Bets
3/12/2025
In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including our reactions to the Harry Potter TV show casting and our own casting choices. Plus, we discuss the trailers for new seasons of Andor and The Last of Us, and Knoxtradamus will get Jamie and Erin's opinions on the future of celebrity relationships, Bond, and the Pope.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/598knoxandjamie.com/patreonHarry Potter TV Show Casting NewsMickey 17The Electric StateAmerican Manhunt: Osama Bin LadenWheel of Time S3Andor S2The Last of Us S2Celebrity SplitsNext BondNext Bond ThemeNext PopeChet HanksCasey AnthonyPeter Pan CollarsWith Love, MeghanMel RobbinsJay ShettyGene HackmanThe White Lotus S3Green lights:
A Thousand BlowsRunning Point
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Duration:01:14:10
597: Smash or Pass
3/5/2025
In this episode, we’re playing a high-stakes game of Smash or Pass with the latest pop culture offerings. Join us as we debate if anyone needed a Shrek 5, whether the controversy surrounding Bhad Bhadie and Alabama Barker even qualifies as a beef, and decide how we feel about the new floodlighting trend and the new season of White Lotus. Plus, Knox schools Jamie on the ‘Montoya, por favor!’ hype.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/597Apple PodcastSpotifyShrek 5 TrailerBeef AlertFloodlightingTate McRaeWhite Lotus S3Montoya, por favor!Spotifyexhibit Aexhibit BPrior judgementRunning PointMindy Kaling and BJ Novak
Green lights:
We Should All Be Feminist20 Days in MariupolLorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live
Bonus segment:
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Episode sponsors:
Boll & BranchQuinceSee all our sponsors at knoxandjamie.com/sponsors
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Duration:01:09:47
596: Oscars Rewind - Revisiting the 2019 and 2004 Winners
2/26/2025
In this episode, to honor this Sunday’s Oscar ceremony, we're revisiting Hollywood's biggest night from 5 and 10 years ago. We recap the winners, lament the snubs, and share our thoughts on alternatives that should have made the cut. Plus, we tally up all the nominees Erin’s watched.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/596knoxandjamie.com/patreon2025 SAG AwardsJessica Williams and Harrison Ford5464952025 97th Academy AwardsWhen is it, and how do I watch it?Oscar SMK2019 92nd Academy Awards2004 77th Academy AwardsZero DayParadisePope FrancisJoker with Lady GagaKerri Washington NAACP AwardHow many people have been nominated for two roles in the same year?Parker Posey’s accent on White Lotus S3Family Vlogger’s Moving from CA to TNAmazon taking over James Bond
Green lights:
Sing SingConclaveThe Life of Herod the Great
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Duration:01:18:13
595: The NOs of Siblings Preview
2/19/2025
In this episode, we invite our listeners to share their NOs of Siblings. Join us as we share our own tales of paternity gaslighting and accidental altercations we’re still being lectured about. Plus, we weigh in on listener stories that will make you grateful for your family dynamics.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/595@thepopcast63 Romantic MoviesSibling Chaos in the CommentsDrive-Bys:Milk Carton KidsWill & HarperAll Things ReconsideredThe Wondering YearsStop Drop & RollSock’em Boppers
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Episode sponsors:
Olive & JuneMack Weldon (code: POPCAST)Canopy (code: POPCAST)Chewy (code: POPCAST)See all our sponsors at knoxandjamie.com/sponsors
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Duration:00:20:14
594: Super Bowl Commercial Superlatives, Halftime Show Recap and Bachelorette News
2/12/2025
In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news and hand out superlatives for this year’s Super Bowl commercials - the best, the worst, and the ‘so weird it’s good’! Plus, we share our thoughts on the halftime show and the latest news about the future of the Bachelorette franchise.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/594knoxandjamie.shopWait for It edit who’s he engaged to?All Female Mgmt TeamWatch all the commercial mentioned (unmuted!) here!Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Performance:Michael J Gottlieb (via NYT)Ep 590TMYK New ScorebugTom Brady as a commentatorFire Marshall BillKanye WestCooper Dejean’s Pick-6
Green lights:
Your MonsterFirst-Time CallerParadise
Bonus segment:
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Episode sponsors:
QuinceCanopy (code: POPCAST)See all our sponsors at knoxandjamie.com/sponsors
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Duration:01:17:52
593: What to Watch, Read and Listen to in February
2/5/2025
In this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills of February. 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 indulgent month of the year. Join us as we share some of our favorite new TV shows to binge while snacking on some Reese's hearts, which spicy book releases will chase away your winter blues, and which movies are date night-worthy.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/593erinhmoon.comRefresh:Rewind:#popcastsmk SMOOCHBridget Jones: Mad About The BoyThe GorgeRunning PointMARRYA Tropical Rebel Gets The DukeUniversal TruthsZero DayKILLDaddy Daughter DatesHouse of DavidSuits LARed Lights mentions:Canada & Mexico TariffsThe Traitors S3 coming to an end
Green lights:
One of Them DaysCompanionI’ve Got Questions
Bonus segment:
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Duration:00:57:37
592: The Gross Words Snake Draft Preview
1/29/2025
In this episode, we’re joined by Erin Moon and Jason Waterfalls as we snake draft the absolute grossest words in the English language. From creamy and yeasty to diddle and slough, we present you with the most delightfully disgusting roster of words.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/592knoxandjamie.com/signup585578569545535515502492Over Under AchieversErin MoonThe Swipe Uppre-order her new bookMacheteKerfuffleTectonicCourtesanLegoYeastySepsisCreamySucculentHandflex MugAJRNinja CREAMi
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Duration:00:19:58
591: Things That Should Be Banned Instead of TikTok
1/22/2025
In this episode, Knox and Jamie react to their listeners’ wildly specific recommendations for things that should be banned instead of TikTok. From the shape of Peppa Pig’s head to gaming ads that are just plain absurd, no topic is too niche to be considered.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/591knoxandjamie.com/freetrialContext:History of the Tik Tok controversyIG Post CommentsKnox, Jamie & Erin Bans: BookTok Fan ArtAmateurs singing in publicNo condiments for childrenListener Bans:Peppa PigHistory of loafed meatIdeal FuneralAre there comedians for funerals?Word of The Year: Rawdog
Red Lights: @growyoungfitness | Inauguration Tech Issues | Hillbilly Elegy | Melania’s Outfit
Green lights:
The Telepathy TapesNorth Woods
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Duration:00:56:00
590: Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni Explained
1/15/2025
In this episode, we dissect the drama surrounding Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni - the lawsuits, the players, and the most insane story to come out of this ongoing dispute. Plus, we keep the predictions coming and share who we think will be involved in the next big feud of 2025.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/590InstagramThreadsBlueskyFacebookNYT articleBlake’s LawsuitJustin’s LawsuitBaby BumpGossip Girl Panel Is Blake Lively set to be CANCELLED?NicepoolBillie EilishTaylor SwiftRussell CroweBenny BlancoDakota JohnsonRachel Zegler
Red lights: Mother Nature | Ohio State vs Notre Dame
Green lights:
Rose Matafeo: On and on and OnUnromanceAmerican Primeval
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Duration:01:09:11
589: 2025 Predictions
1/8/2025
In this episode, Knoxtradamus and Jamie gaze into their crystal ball and foretell the pop culture future of 2025. Join us as we predict the good, the bad and the delightfully shocking that awaits us in this new year. Spoiler Alert:* By the time this episode airs, one of these predictions has already come true! Yes, we’re THAT good.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/5892024 Predictions2025 Scorecardknoxandjamie.com/signupMeghan’s New ShowEmma Stone’s PixiePop-tarts BowlGracie Abram’s absJlo and Kevin CostnerHot Hasand PikerMr. Beast AccusationsVikings Celebration DanceTom Holland in Men’s Health
Red lights: Pluto Tv couch potato ad | The Brutalist | Ari’s warmer blonde | The Baldwins Show | Flight Risk
Green lights:
NosferatuA Hard Row to HoeMufasaBlack Doves
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Duration:01:38:34
588: The Princess Collection - Belle
1/1/2025
In this episode, we deep dive one of the most iconic Disney princesses: Belle from 1991’s Beauty and the Beast. Join us as we answer important questions like “How many female friends do we think she has?”, “What makes her worth rooting for?” and “Is her attraction to the Beast justified?”.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/588knoxandjamie.com/princessesBeauty and the Beast (1991)Opening SceneCeline & Peabo’s Beauty and the BeastPaige O’HaraBelleDana Schwartz’s PowerpointWhy Does the Beast have a magic mirror?The Triplets‘Be Our Guest’‘Something There’‘Human Again’DressageMy GirlJamie’s Pizza timerLe MisérablesThe Emperor’s New Groove
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Duration:01:05:10
587: Spice for The Holidays Revisited
12/25/2024
In this episode, we revisit our 2019 holiday-themed Flavor Town. Join us as we deck the halls with the spiciest of takes from our listeners, including one who says the real villain of Christmas is not The Grinch, but your own children. Enjoy!
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/587knoxandjamie.com/patreon10 (Ep. 582)8 (Ep. 468)9 (Ep. 506)Flavor Town Snake Draft LIVE (Ep. 531)Chaotic CommentsThe Color of Christ by Edward J. Blum John Denver and The Muppets: A Christmas Together AlbumThose PresidentsHot Flash RecipeThe Family Stone‘Into the Unknown’“Defying Gravity” by Idina Menzelbonus: Cynthia Erivo’s versionThe Polar Express SoundtrackDog DaysThe Princess SwitchThe Knight Before ChristmasThe Princess Switch: Switched AgainTick, Tick…Boom!Bad Boys for Life“The Christmas Shoes” Song
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Duration:00:37:10
586: Hot Criminal Conundrum, Drone Conspiracies, and Streaming Service Showdown
12/18/2024
In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including our theories on what’s really going on with all the drone sightings and our feelings on the Yellowstone spinoffs. Plus, we share which streaming services top our list of non-negotiables.
Relevant links:
knoxandjamie.com/586knoxandjamie.com/giveagiftWhat’s the Word:
Hot CriminalsDronesHow Do We Feel:
YouTube TV Price IncreaseLatest spinoff newsCinema Sidepiece:
Kraven the HunterMoana 2WickedGladiator 2
Red Light mentions: Selena Gomez Engagement | End of an Era | Jeremy Allen White in Mandalorian Movie | Amelia Perez | Google Willow
Green lights:
The Will of ManyThe Most Wonderful Crime of the YearCarry-On
Bonus segment:
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Duration:01:13:22
Music of My Mind, from The Wonder of Stevie
12/12/2024
Sharing a preview of a podcast called The Wonder of Stevie. You might think you know Stevie Wonder. You might think you know his music. But you’ve never heard it like this.
Host Wesley Morris is taking you on a deep-dive through Stevie's Classic Period: five legendary albums back-to-back in just four years. Hear about the record deal that started it all, the technology Stevie adopted to create never-before-heard sounds, and his influence on our culture. There will be appearances from legends like Barack and Michelle Obama, Questlove, Smokey Robinson, Dionne Warwick, Babyface, Janelle Monae and more.
In this episode, Wesley details how, years after signing his first recording deal with Motown Records, Stevie decides to renegotiate his contract. One of the things on the table? Complete creative freedom. What follows is the beginning of one of the greatest streak of albums in American popular music: Music of My Mind.
You can binge The Wonder of Stevie at https://lnk.to/wonderofstevie!thepopcast
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Duration:00:59:37