Pop Culture Five

In December, the pop-culture world tragically lost an important giant figure. This week, the guys are honoring the legacy of the great Rob Reiner by discussing five of his essential movies. Reiner's movies have touched so many people, including Deremy and Thomas, that discussing them is sure to bring back great memories. Rest in Peace to a great director and a great person. Let us know what yo...

It's been ten years since a near unfathomable death happened in the music world. The legendary David Bowie left this world, but not without leaving a massive imprint on it with his unique style and musical brilliance. Join Deremy and Thomas and see if they chose any of your favorite Bowie songs. It's hard to do Bowie total justice, but the guys think they hit the mark. To hear every song D...

As we bid farewell to 2025, Thomas and Deremy are celebrating the year in Pop Culture Five fashion.....with another Year in Pop Culture Episode. The guys break down what stood out to them in music, movies, TV, sports, and the wild card category. It's hard to put the year in historical context just yet, but there are definitely plenty of moments that will be worth remembering. Let us know what...

It's been a while since one of the guys introduced the other to something, so we figured it's time and we go back to TV as Deremy schools Thomas on the long-running series Grey's Anatomy. Find out what Thomas already knows about the show, which episodes Deremy highlights as important, and how Thomas feels about it. And let us know which Grey's Anatomy episodes you feel Thomas shoul...

In the 90's, a rock band hit the scene that not only sounded great but had a revolutionary message that is still relevant today. It's been 25 years since they released their final album, which was a covers album, so Deremy and Thomas decided it was time to talk about five essential Rage Against the Machine songs. Rage definitely has a political and social message that rings loud, but they...

Alright, we heard your requests from last year and the season is upon us. To celebrate Christmas in 2024, Deremy and Thomas talked Christmas movies. This year, the guys are getting into the spirit by breaking down five essential Christmas songs. Find out if either of them are grinches and what songs they go to in order to spread some cheer. To hear every song Deremy and Thomas have covered, all in...

This week, the guys explore the songs of a timeless musician with a very high approval rating. Deremy and Thomas take a look at some essential Tom Petty songs. Whether it's with The Heartbreakers or solo, Tom Petty made countless songs that impacted listeners of all ages and music tastes. To do the task correctly, they're joined by Brad Robinson from The Not Ready for Prime Time Project. B...

Deremy and Thomas are back with another installment of Year in Pop Culture. This time, they're going all the way to before one of the guys was even born. Join them as they breakdown some important moment in music, movies, TV, sports (plus a wild-card category) from 1987. Is this the year that the world of pop culture brightened up a bit? Perhaps. One thing is sure. 1987 was a pivotal year, and...

It's been 30 years since Toy Story was released and changed the entire landscape of animated movies. Not only was a great movie put out into the world, but an animation studio announced itself in a big way. This week, Deremy and Thomas talk five essential Pixar movies. Pixar has rare misses, so there's a lot to choose from. Find out if the guys pick any of your favorites. Let us know what...

This week, the guys are making history! This is their first ever part two of a topic. All the way back in episode 21, they covered Five Essential Podcasts. Deremy and Thomas are back to do it again, and this time they have a guest. He's a writer for Vulture, and an author who recently came out with a book " The Podcast Pantheon: 101 Podcasts That Changed How We Listen," Sean Malin join...

This week, Deremy and Thomas are celebrating the induction of two hip-hop icons into the Rock N' Roll Hall of Fame. Big Boi and Andre 3000, known collectively as Outkast, will be honored on November 8th so this is the perfect time to break down five of their essential songs. These guys changed the way many people viewed Southern hip-hop, and have many classic songs in their catalog, so it'...

This week, Deremy and Thomas celebrate the work and life of one of hip-hop's true icons. The guys are choosing five essential Tupac songs. They're joined by an incredible writer and author of the new book "Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives of Tupac Shakur," Jeff Pearlman. Join them as they break down Tupac's important songs, and Jeff shares some great stories about the proc...

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony is happening on November 8th, so the guys kick off their celebration by talking an artist they feel SHOULD be in the Hall but isn't. This week, Thomas and Deremy talk five essential Mariah Carey songs. Mariah is one of the best-selling music artists of all time and she holds the record for most Billboard Hot 100 number one singles by a solo a...

This week, the guys are celebrating the 15-year anniversary of one of the best and most important movies of the 21st century. Thomas and Deremy are breaking down their favorite aspects of David Fincher's fantastic The Social Network. Why do they think this movie deserves Game Changer status? Who turned in standout performances? Join them to find out their thoughts on those questions and much m...

Deremy and Thomas are getting into the spirit of the season as they unpack some classic with five essential horror movies. There are many traits that make for a great horror movie, and so many important movies to choose from. So join the guys and find out if they prefer to get their scares just like you do. Let us know what you think and send us a request! Twitter (X): @popculturefive Instagram: P...

The podcasting world is saying goodbye to a truly groundbreaking show. WTF with Marc Maron is locking the gates very soon, and Thomas and Deremy are paying tribute by breaking down five essential WTF with Marc Maron episodes. Maron has done almost 1,700 episodes, many of which definitely qualify as essential. See if the guys pick any of your favorites and learn about what made WTF such an importan...

This week, the guys are talking about rock-music icons. Deremy and Thomas are delving into Page, Plant, Jones, and Bonham, as they discuss five essential Led Zeppelin songs. Zeppelin has, perhaps, the most well-known riffs in rock history. With so many well-known songs, it will be interesting to see where Thomas and Deremy go with their picks. See if you agree! To hear every song Deremy and Thomas...

The guys are back for another Year in Pop Culture, in which they recap a single year Pop Culture Five style. This time, they're talking music, movies, tv, sports, and other pieces of pop culture from the year 2012. This might be a more pivotal year than people remember. Take a listen and see if Deremy and Thomas place you exactly where you were 13 years ago. Let us know what you think and send...

Deremy and Thomas are continuing their celebration of 100 episodes by putting their music-geek caps on. In this episode, the guys are going back to their playlist of every song that has been chosen throughout the history of Pop Culture Five, and putting that playlist on shuffle. Listen to them reminisce about their music episodes, and the songs that made the essential cut. To hear every song Derem...

The podcast is celebrating 100 episodes! So this week, it's a little break from the format as the guys are doing a fan Q&A. Joining the show to interview Deremy and Thomas is a listener of former guest (listen to the Parks & Recreation episode), Elizabeth Zbinden. Elizabeth asks the guys questions that may be on the minds of their listeners. Listen to them reminisce about doing the pod...

This week, Deremy and Thomas explore the work of a modern-day pop-music icon. The guys will be talking five essential Rihanna songs. Rihanna has 14 number-one hit songs, and a lot more throughout her 20-year career, so this might be a tough one. So join them as they celebrate Rhianna's career and listen to her debut album, "Music of the Sun," which is coming up on its 20th anniversary...

This week, the guys are talking about what might be the last golden era of a genre. Deremy and Thomas are playing a little mood music as they discuss five essential 90's R&B songs. The 90's were an interesting time for R&B and there are a lot of ways they can go with this. Hopefully your favorite R&B artists from around that time make the cut. To hear every song Deremy and Thom...

The guys are continuing their experiment this week, as it's Thomas' turn to take the week off. Deremy and special guest, AJ Klima, are teaming up to break down five essential Ted Lasso characters. This is a show that didn't quite pull Thomas in, but Deremy loves it and he found the right person to geek out with. Let us know what you think and send us a request! Twitter (X): @popculture...

Thomas and Deremy are pausing their regularly scheduled program to bring you something a little different. Sometimes there are topics that one of the guys is into, but one of them is not. So this week, Thomas and a guest will be discussing five essential Wes Anderson movies. Thomas is welcoming his childhood friend, and Wes Anderson fan, Ryan Page to the show to help with this. They had a lot of f...

This episode of the pod was a fun one, and was maybe the one with the most differing opinions yet. That makes sense, though, when discussing the films of one of the landmark directors of the 21st century. The guys are talking five essential Christopher Nolan movies. They have a guest, as well! AJ Klima will join Deremy and Thomas as they explore the essence of this unique director, whether his mov...