Popcorn Culture

Ben and J discuss: the differences among pastas, fitness challenge updates, social media, flip phones for kids, Luke’s imagination, corn based powered wine aka bourbon, a 4 day work week (with a twist!), and swimming pools. Show Notes Dopamine Nation - https://www.amazon.com/Dopamine-Nation-Finding-Balance-Indulgence/dp/152474672X  J’s Vlog from last week - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqJK_bUJ...

Ben and J discuss: J’s new look, a Star Wars theory, eye prescriptions, Year One SCB schedule, changes and structure, surveys, echo chambers, Base Set Chansey, the Kadabra lore, Ben’s first massage and the concept of Severance. Show Notes:  Star Wars: Rebels - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_Wars_Rebels  The Mandalorian - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mandalorian  Peloton - https://www.onep...

Ben and J discuss: April Fools, Alyce’s bridal shop, the concept of future history, silver, gold and copper, Abe Lincoln, Pokemon, plants, children’s autonomy, mountain biking, the way Ben’s brain works, expectations, and shoe game.  Go Follow @hi_my_name_is_riles_jr - https://www.instagram.com/hi_my_name_is_riles_jr/   Show Notes:  The Next Generation - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Generation_Al...

Ben and J discuss: Koi ponding, lecturing at Virginia Tech, building habits and reframing, J rock climbing, accidentally building wealth, selling lawn care items, J’s purple cow wallet, giving famous people cool gifts, trees, cutting boards, mattress, and Ben’s perspective on reality TV. Show Notes:  Acorns: https://www.acorns.com/banking/  Famous cow artist - Woody Jackson: https://woodyjacksonar...

Ben and J discuss: interview tactics, presidential debates, Pokemon card strategy, Ben’s Entrepreneurial Management class, space tube explained, progress with the 75 Hard, J’s half gallon water bottle, glamping, the wheels vs doors debate, and invention vs. discovery. Show Notes:  Ted Talk on Space Elevator - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQhmsDkZhQA  The Martian- https://www.amazon.com/Martian-...

Ben and J discuss: Ben being out of office, penguins, Ze Frank, a structure to get to space, composting, gardening, wellness, 75 Hard Lifestyle  Go follow @hi_my_name_is_riles_jr. on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hi_my_name_is_riles_jr/  Show Notes: Penguin Hockey Team - https://www.nhl.com/penguins  Ze Frank - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ze_Frank  True Facts Youtube Playlist  - https://w...

Ben and J discuss: pilots, wealthy people, security theater, Ender’s Game, and their experience with Disney’s Galactic Starcruiser. Show Notes:  Crazy Rich Asians (book) - https://www.amazon.com/Crazy-Rich-Asians-Trilogy/dp/0345803787  Last Week’s After the Final Pop Lincoln Special - https://www.patreon.com/posts/after-final-pop-63006917  TSA Security Theater - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secur...

Ben and J discuss: kids and sleep (or lack thereof), the braindesk, sleep regression training, obscure super powers, Ben’s aquarium conference, career pursuits and callings. GET YOUR WORDLE SHIRT: https://store.dftba.com/collections/super-carlin-brothers/products/wordle-shirtle    Show Notes:  Cara Liss - https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Cara_Liss  Bad Batch - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/...

Ben and J discuss: Civil War pirates, seaball, Ben’s rebellious streak, water sports, the Superb Owl halftime show, misheard lyrics, leaning into the joke, artistic abilities, SPACE (it’s big!), and the Hedonic Treadmill vs Eudaimonic Approach.  Take the Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCBSurvey2022 GET YOUR WORDLE SHIRT: https://store.dftba.com/collections/super-carlin-brothers/products/wo...

Ben and J discuss: J’s newest Nuzlocke, the Wordle phenomenon and good Wordle strategies, the different light bulbs of your life, ticks and Paris, animals wandering, tackling the biggest problem in front of you, and their plan to steal Lincoln’s body. Show Notes:  Pokemon Legends Arceus - https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/pokemon-legends-arceus-switch/?cid=N1090-01:ch=pdpd  Check out Super Car...

Ben and J discuss: school accolades, Ben’s worst date, fun and miserable GMA stories, awkward college orientation experiences, a friend breakup, “Natural Helpers”, our future predictions on Star Wars Show Notes:  Linville Gorge - https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/nfsnc/recarea/?recid=48974  The Book of Boba Fett - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Book_of_Boba_Fett  All Jedi are Evil SCB Vid - https...

Ben and J discuss: skiing, vacation packing as a parent, repeat travel vs. new adventures, doing things alone, hot springs and ice baths, comic con, and some fun paradoxes. Show Notes:  Take the Annual Survey Here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCBSurvey2022 Incredibles “We Get There When We Get There” clip -.youtube.com/watch?v=fjsTZzP8nkI  Roanoke valley Comic Con -untamedworlds.com/roanoke-val...

Ben and J discuss: Pectus, extreme sledding, setting healthy expectations, a new board game idea, Q1 Merch Announcement! Egyptian Rat Screw, butter, cake baking, the current state of existence, training a dog, AND being an “and man.” Show Notes:  Pectus- https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/pectus-excavatum.html#:~:text=Pectus%20excavatum%20is%20a%20congenital,a%20depression%20in%20the%20chest.  TV S...

Ben and J discuss: being happy for other people’s success, Ben’s Spiderman suit, Walmart shenanigans, cop interactions, the people you surround yourself with, anonymity, dancing, VR is super fun, J’s Latin class, and Mexican restaurant stories. Show Notes:  Indiana Jones Invisible Bridge Scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-JIfjNnnMA  Super Mario Brothers: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_M...

Ben and J discuss: time off from work, Hawkeye, vacation workouts, Christmas presents, Truman Show Multiverse Experience, manifesting, vote for us for the Roanoker Magazine! and the Washington Dinosaurs. Show Notes:  Hawkeye - https://www.disneyplus.com/series/hawkeye/11Zy8m9Dkj5l  Gran Fondo definition - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gran_Fondo  Projector -   Vote for us! (Use First Name: Super,...

In the last episode of 2021 we wanted to give you all some highlights from our favorite episodes! Everything from Christmas movies to vampire teeth straws to our worst breakups! Thank you all so much for listening and we’ll see you in the New Year!  Support the Show and Vote for Host: https://www.patreon.com/popcornculture  Get your own GMA stickers: https://store.dftba.com/products/gma-stickers ...

Ben and J discuss: Addison’s first Christmas plans, voting for the Roanoke Magazine, confusing Christmas song lyrics, skepticism, narwhals, unicorns and cheetahs, vegan food, and Christmas morning traditions. Show Notes:  Sparkle Glitter Keds: https://www.keds.com/en/keds-keds-she-get-glittery/  Vote for us for Best Influencer and Best Podcast in Roanoke here!: https://leisurepub.wufoo.com/forms/t...

Ben and J discuss: utility problems, printer updates, the wide variety of baby products, THE dress, the breastfeeding conundrum, picking hold music, search engine optimization, happiness related to security Show Notes:  Magnetic Onesie Online Store - https://magneticme.com/collections/all-products  Blue or Gold Dress - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_dress  “Dude Where’s My Car” Tattoo Scene - h...

Ben and J discuss: The Duckorn, pizza places, satisficers vs. maximizers, movie theater experiences, ideal vacations, sand art, laser tag/arcades, the new Disney cookie, and the Berenstain Bears. Show Notes:  Big Bang Theory: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Big_Bang_Theory  Satisficing Theory: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Satisficing  X-Men arcade game: https://x-men.fandom.com/wiki/X-Men_(arca...

Ben and J discuss: Star Wars changes, path to success in the film industry, Luke’s birthday presents, the VT/UVA football game, bath time pandemonium, and gave an update on the Pop flag.  Show Notes:  SCB Star Wars Video referenced: https://youtu.be/5TbaoE4Z0pA  Dinosaur Egg Geodes: https://www.amazon.com/Dig-It-Up-Dinosaur-Eggs/dp/B01ASBOQQY  VT/UVA Game: https://www.espn.com/college-football/gam...

Ben and J discuss: children's books, lack of boredom, libraries, individualism vs. collectivism, differences among states, college rivalries, flags, Black Friday, and nonsense cookie names. Show Notes: Berenstain bears books: https://www.berenstainbears.com/index.html  Cultural Dimension of Individualism vs. Collectivism: https://psychology.fandom.com/wiki/Collectivist_and_individualist_cultur...

Ben and J discuss: J’s breaducation, Ben’s jeep, gloves, disappointing foods, “toxic” people, and making things more difficult because it seems to be the right way to do things Show Notes: Great British Baking Show: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Great_British_Bake_Off  Big Bang Theory Sheldon knocking montage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oVDay7nipI  Ethan’s Dog (probably) Pickles: https:/...

In this emotional episode of the Pop, Ben and J discuss: Ben being a dad!!! Ben and Alyce’s incredible doctor, snickerdoodles and fruitcake, J applying for Survivor and Survivor strategies. Show Notes: Snickerdoodles: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snickerdoodle  Snickers: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snickers  Russell on Survivor: https://survivor.fandom.com/wiki/Russell_Hantz  J’s Wick of the Pe...

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Ben and J discuss: ALL the birthdays, Carp Girl, the Marie Kondo method, cardboard mountains, shredding things, alibis, trash cans, and Luke’s Christmas gifts for mommy Show Notes: Serial Podcast: https://serialpodcast.org/  J’s Wick of the Peek: “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up” by Marie Kondo: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Magic-Tidying-Decluttering-Organizing/dp/1607747308  Support...