Pop Culture Five

One of the greatest sequels of all time was released on July 3rd, 1991. It also happens to be a favorite of both Deremy and Thomas. So join them as they break down why they think Terminator 2: Judgment Day is a true action-movie game changer. Let us know what you think and send us a Game Changer request! Twitter (X): @popculturefive Instagram: Pop Culture Five Podcast Email: popculture5pod@gmail.c...

Jay-Z's masterpiece debut album "Reasonable Doubt" came out on June 25th, 1996. So, today, the guys talk about a gigantic artist in his genre. Someone who has claim to be the greatest to ever do it. Deremy and Thomas break down five essential Jay-Z songs. He has a lot of material and countless worthy songs, so it will be interesting to see where the guys decide to go with this. Let the...

We have a biggie this week on Pop Culture Five. The guys are welcoming a bucket-list guest to the show. Rob Harvilla, host of 60 Songs That Explain the 90's, is here and is helping Deremy and Thomas choose five essential 2000's rock songs. There are maybe one or two that absolutely have to be chosen, but there is plenty of room for some surprises and great discussion along the way. Be sure...

Today on PC5, Deremy and Thomas are celebrating women in rock music by breaking down five essential female-driven rock songs. Joining them is a frequent contributor to the Saturday Night Network and co-producer at Generation Women Canada, Kirstin Rajala. This topic is somewhat open to interpretation. All that's required is that women were the driving forces behind these great songs. See if you...

On June 12th, 1991, the legendary Michael Jordan led the Chicago Bulls to the NBA Championship. That was his first of six championships, and when an American icon was taking shape. This week, Thomas and Deremy talk about the extraordinary career that Jordan had and what makes him a pop-culture icon who transcends what he did on the court. Let us know what you think and send us a Game Changer reque...

This week, the guys take you back to 1966 when a monumental album was released by a popular band that decided to take a chance. Deremy and Thomas cover what makes "Pet Sounds" by The Beach Boys such an important and amazing album. Let us know what you think and send us a Game Changer request! Twitter (X): @popculturefive Instagram: Pop Culture Five Podcast Email: popculture5pod@gmail.com

This week, Deremy and Thomas are doing an episode they've been sitting on since the launch of the podcast. They're covering one of the biggest movie stars in history, as they hash out five essential Tom Cruise movies. There will definitely be some tough cuts and maybe even a few surprises. Find out what the guys think are the performances that are essential to the legend of Tom Cruise. Sen...

On May 21st, 1971, Motown Records released an album that would be considered by many to be in the running for greatest album of all time. This week, Deremy and Thomas are celebrating the amazing Marvin Gaye album "What's Going On." First, hit play on the album and listen to the masterpiece. Next, come back and find out why the guys think this should be considered one of the great achie...

Mother's Day has come and gone, but we're still celebrating moms across the real and fictional world. This week, the guys are talking five essential TV Moms. Joining them is frequent contributor to the Saturday Night Network, and returning guest, Bill Kenney. Which TV moms stand out to Bill, Deremy, and Thomas? And which ones would you have put on the list? Send us a request or just say he...

The movie world is buzzing as The Devil Wears Prada 2 just hit theaters. In celebration, the guys are breaking down essential movies from one of the greatest actors of all time. This week, Deremy and Thomas talk five essential Meryl Streep movies. She's turned in great performance after great performance, but which of her movies rise above the others? Find out if the guys made a case for your...

It's been 25 years since an musician came on the scene who shook up the industry with her unique sound and style. Join Deremy and Thomas as they celebrate 25 years of "Songs in A Minor" by Alicia Keys. She's an artist who managed to maintain a high level of stardom and prestige for a long time, so narrowing her songs down to the five essentials will be a fun challenge. To hear ever...

On April 23rd, 2016, the pop-culture world was graced with a truly impactful transformative album. This week, Deremy and Thomas look back on the amazing Beyonce album "Lemonade." There is so much to say about a vulnerable and innovative work by one of the century's great entertainers. Join the guys as they unpack it all. Let us know what you think and send us a Game Changer request! Tw...

This one is a long time in the making. A topic so dear to Deremy and Thomas that it could've been one of the first episodes of the podcast. They've waited long enough and it's finally time for five essential documentaries. There's been somewhat of a documentary boom over the past few years, but the guys have been engrossed in the genre their entire lives. Listen to find out if they...

The guys are back with another installment of Year in Pop Culture. This time they go back 30 years, to 1996, to talk about what stood out to them in music, movies, TV, sports, and whatever other category of their choosing. The way Deremy and Thomas breakdown the highlights from 1996, you'll feel like you never left that year. Let us know what you think and send us a request! Twitter (X): @popc...

Deremy and Thomas are serving up a part two of an episode they loved doing all the way back in January of 2024. They're re-exploring Motown with the help of a guest. This week, the guys welcome music teacher (and veteran of Woodstock '94) Justin Pugh to help choose five new Motown essentials. Send us a request or just say hello! Twitter (X): @popculturefive Instagram: Pop Culture Five Podc...

This week, Deremy and Thomas are completing their breakdowns of the "Big Four" prestige TV shows. They've already discussed The Wire, The Sopranos, and Mad Men, so it's about time to explore Albuquerque and talk five essential Breaking Bad episodes. The guys are doing so with the help of a guest. Frequent contributor to the Saturday Night Network, and Breaking Bad fan Will Norman w...

This week, Deremy and Thomas are tackling one of the biggest pop-culture sensations of the 21st Century. It's a franchise that has changed movies and how people consume movies. They're talking five essential MCU movies. Joining them to break down the Marvel Cinematic Universe is Deremy's co-host on Tables, Ladders, and Conversations, Tim Lewis. Tim is a hip-hop artists and a huge MCU f...

The 98th Academy Awards are coming up this Sunday, and Paul Thomas Anderson has a chance to be honored with a couple of big awards that he has never won. Deremy and Thomas felt this was a perfect time to chat about the career of a modern legend. Join the guys as they choose five essential PTA movies. All 10 of his movies have something worth exploring, so it will be interesting to see which ones m...

This week, the guys head to the NINE NINE! One of the funniest TV shows of all time is on the docket this week, as Deremy and Thomas choose five essential Brooklyn Nine-Nine episodes. The show stars Andy Samberg and Andre Braugher, but it's truly a great ensemble. Almost every episode is full of belly laughs, so this will be tough. Let them know if they chose any of your favorite episodes and...

The guys are back this week covering yet another iconic band that has meant a lot to them. Join Deremy, Thomas, and their guest as they go over five essential Red Hot Chili Peppers songs. The guest this week is a friend of the pod, and co-host of Mushing Alaska, Brendan Underwood. Adding Brendan's fandom and expertise is a great way to do justice to a band that is a pioneer in the world of alt...

This week, Deremy and Thomas are sticking with music but from a different angle. They've touched on how important music videos are to an artists legacy in prior episodes, and with MTV doing away with showing music videos it's only fitting that the guys devote an entire episode to it. They're breaking down five essential 80's music videos and have a guest! Shari Fesko, from Saturday...

It's been over a year since Thomas introduced Deremy to a favorite piece of pop culture. Thomas is back in the teacher's role this week, as he opens Deremy's mind to the sounds and musicianship of Tool. Thomas considers Tool one of his 5 to 10 favorite bands of all time. Will Deremy appreciate the band even close to as much as Thomas? Did Thomas pick the correct 5 Tool songs to show De...

The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will be battling on Sunday in Super Bowl 60, so Deremy and Thomas thought it was a perfect time to dissect some elements that go into why the Super Bowl is such a cultural phenomenon. If you're not a sports geek, don't worry. The guys are approaching this in their own Pop Culture Five sort of way. So hit play and see if they bring up one of you...

This week, the guys talk about a prolific filmmaker who is 88-years old and still doing what he loves to do. Join Deremy and Thomas as they break down five essential Ridley Scott movies. Ridley Scott tends to get overshadowed by his peers, but he has made some truly iconic movies that deserve praise. Find out if your favorite Ridley Scott movie makes the cut. This episode comes by request by our g...

Adele Adkins was a sensation when she released her debut album, "19," back in 2008. Sixteen years later, she's still one of the most beloved and respected singers of her generation. Join Deremy and Thomas as they breakdown five of Adele's essential songs. Things get fun and there was plenty of debate to be had about one song in particular. To hear every song Deremy and Thomas have...