Hey PopCultX fam! It’s Paige, your mainline to the remix machine we call pop culture. Today we’re cranking up the volume on a phenomenon that’s making your parents’ playlists cool again (and causing some serious … Replaying the Hits: How Old Songs Are Getting New Lives in Movies, TV, and TikTokRead more
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All Aboard the Perfect Film: Why The Darjeeling Limited is Wes Anderson’s Crown Jewel
Hey PopCultX fam—it’s Paige here, coming at you like a runaway train full of emotional baggage and impeccably tailored suits. Today, we’re hopping on the Darjeeling Limited express, and let me tell you: this Wes … All Aboard the Perfect Film: Why The Darjeeling Limited is Wes Anderson’s Crown JewelRead more
AI Regulation Is Coming—But Will It Go Too Far?
A recent incident involving a former U.S. Army Green Beret who misused ChatGPT to assist in planning a violent act has reignited global discussions about artificial intelligence regulation. This kind of high-profile misuse tends to … AI Regulation Is Coming—But Will It Go Too Far?Read more
The David Mayer Mystery: The Name That Crashes ChatGPT (Sometimes)
Hey there, tech adventurers, thrill-seekers, and bug hunters! Paige here, your guide into the wild, weird world of AI quirks. Today, we’re diving deep into the urban legend that’s got coders scratching their heads, conspiracy … The David Mayer Mystery: The Name That Crashes ChatGPT (Sometimes)Read more
Sonder in Pop Culture: Seeing the Stories Between the Stories
What is Sonder Anyway? Let’s start with a little head trip: sonder is that gut-punch realization that every random stranger—yes, even that guy who cut you off this morning—has a life just as vivid, messy, … Sonder in Pop Culture: Seeing the Stories Between the StoriesRead more
Join the Conversation: Stay Connected with PopCultX
Pop culture is everywhere—it’s in the films we watch, the games we play, the music that fills our days, and the stories that shape how we see the world. At PopCultX, we’re all about exploring … Join the Conversation: Stay Connected with PopCultXRead more
Stake to the Heart: Why Vampires Just Won’t Die in Pop Culture
Hey there, fellow PopCultX fans! Today, we’re going deep—like, blood-dripping-from-the-fangs deep—into the world of vampires. These eternal night-dwellers have been creeping through pop culture for centuries, and they’re still as mesmerizing as ever. From the … Stake to the Heart: Why Vampires Just Won’t Die in Pop CultureRead more
PopCultX is Evolving: Introducing Our New Show Format!
Hey PopCultX Family, Hold onto your hats and tighten those seatbelts, because we’ve got some turbo-charged news for you! PopCultX, your ultimate Gen X podcast for all things pop culture, is shifting gears and zooming … PopCultX is Evolving: Introducing Our New Show Format!Read more
The Evolution of Slang: From Groovy to Lit
Gather ’round, language lovers, because we’re about to embark on a wild ride through the ever-evolving world of slang. Today’s main star is the radical lingo of Gen X, but we’ll also be making pit … The Evolution of Slang: From Groovy to LitRead more
No Badge, No Problem! Comic-Con Freebies
Did you miss out on getting a badge for Comic-Con this year? Well never you fear, the fine folks over at 91X put together a great list of freebies that are comic-con adjacent and free … No Badge, No Problem! Comic-Con FreebiesRead more