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In this episode of "More Thank You Think!" we discuss how the hit show, "Love Island," can thank inflation and the decline of third spaces for its success. Sound Effects Used: https://www.myinstants.com/en/instant/lil-jon-whaaat-74021/?utm_source=copy&utm_medium=share Sound Effect by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/adhimahadi-21941089/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&...

In this episode of More Than You Think! we discuss the implications behind Olivia Rodrigo's recent wardrobe choices, and why the criticisms of those choices are both relevant and valid. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this 13th episode of "More Than You Think!" we talk about the new film, "Project Hail Mary," and discuss why the current political and social climate of the world has heightened the impact of the film's message. Sound effects used: Sound Effect by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/dragon-studio-38165424/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_cont...

In this episode of "More Than You Think!" we discuss how companies like Coachella, Live Nation, and Hybe are destroying the artistry of music and ruining the live music experience for real fans. Sound effects used: Sound Effect by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=6326">f...

In this episode of "More Than You Think!" we discuss why ignoring the drastic weight loss of our favorite female celebrities is even more harmful and less feminist than staying silent about women's bodies. Sound effects used:  Sound Effect by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/universfield-28281460/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=35271...

In the TENTH episode of "More Than You Think!" we discuss how war can have different effects on art and pop culture by looking at recent examples from the 2026 Oscars and the 1970's hippie movement. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode, we discuss how the current revival of clubbing culture and loud clubbing music is actually indicating a future recession. We tie this theory in with the pre-depression "roaring 20's," and joke about how Harry Styles predicted the whole thing. Sound effects used: Sound Effect by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_...

In a capitalist, corporate economy that shames innovation and ridicules creativity, Gen Z struggles to find ways to balance fulfillment with career success. In this episode, we discuss the new film, "Marty Supreme," and how relevant it is to young adults in todays society.  Bibliography: Parker, Kim, et al. Key Milestones for Young Adults Today Versus 30 Years Ago. Pew Research Center, 25 Jan. 202...

In this episode, we talk about how creativity under the control of economic gain has decreased the quality of Disney movie in recent years.  Sound effects used: 11575 male group booing.wav by Robinhood76 -- https://freesound.org/s/687017/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0 Sound Effect by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/bithuh-51781213/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=refer...

In this episode of "More Than You Think!" we discuss how the economy determines whether a new Christmas song will stand the test of time. Sound effects used: https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/christmas-holidays-medium-266638/ Sound Effect by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/alex_jauk-16800354/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=279696"&g...

In the fifth episode of "More Than You Think!" we talk about how current cultural events show where America's youth is headed, both morally and intellectually. Sound effects used in this podcast: Sound Effect by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/dragon-studio-38165424/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=372453">DRAGON-STUDIO</a>...

In this episode, we discuss how the controversy surround Bad Bunny's upcoming half-time show performance has caused racism and languagism to peak throughout the nation. Sound effects used in this episode: Sound Effect by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=6977">freesound_c...

In this episode, we discuss how the hit show, "The Summer I Turned Pretty," perfectly coincides with the nation's declining birth rate and represent current cultural attitude surrounding women's rights. Sound effects used: Sound Effect by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/mykelu-45163120/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=383111">Myke...

In this episode, we analyzed the political and social correlations between Sabrina Carpenter's new album, gender, and NC State. We also predict entertainment industry practices that will be condemned in the future. Most importantly, we added more sound effects. Sound effect citations:  Sound Effect by <a href="https://pixabay.com/users/driken5482-45721595/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_me...

More Than You Think is a podcast that explores the deeper layers of pop culture, uncovering how today’s trends connect with the political, economic, and social climate shaping our world. Each episode dives into the ways music, media, and cultural moments reflect — and influence — the society we live in. In this episode, our host, Valerie, discusses how the 2025 song of the summer reflects the rise...