Popstorian Podcast

Ben and Chris take a field trip and seize this opportunity to remind you to visit your local library. Whatever you're into– the library has it! You know what you can do at the library? Subscribe to this podcast and share it with a friend!

Ben and Chris talk about the holiday of love, send an update about the Westerns by the Decade series, conclude their discussion of Heart of Darkness, and begin a journey into a comics franchise. Don't miss an episode and become a subscriber!

Chris goes deep into Africa with a classic by Joseph Conrad and Ben ponders why a podcast about the history of pop culture tends to veer towards the cinematic! Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a minisode or a full length epsiode in our series Westerns by the Decade!

LET'S GO! Chris and Ben saddle up and head south of the border for the second part of their examination of The Wild Bunch and the decade within which it was made...  Be sure to subscribe and check out part one for more context!

SPOILERS AHEAD: Ben and Chris explore one of the most legendary Western movies from director Sam Peckinpah. Let us know how you feel about the movie via popstorian AT gmail.com and be sure to subscribe so you don't miss PART TWO!

Ben and Chris return to the subject of crossovers with a superhero-Disney fusion that promises to be one of their best ideas yet! Share your own crossover concepts on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or by popstorian@gmail.com and don't forget to subscribe and share!

Ben and Chris share their secrets-- movies and shows they love even though they're not of high repute and the great movies and shows they've never seen! Share yours (publicly or anonymously) via Twitter, Instagram, Facebook or popstorian@gmail.com

This minisode! Ben and Chris are back! Nerds try to talk about football! And there's a whole new sound in town! 

Chris and Ben take a break. While they do, sip a cup of egg nog and ponder this week's burning question. Next, submit it to the show and we'll feature it on the air!

Have you ever wanted to take the order of an established movie franchise and chop it in two? Chris has! In this Popstorian Minisode, he explains why. Be sure to subscribe and tell us what you think.

What multimedia franchise crossover are Ben and Chris excited about? Learn about it today in our history and pop culture podcast!

What do Ben and Chris really think of Rio Bravo? What were the socio-economic conditions of the 1950s? What's for lunch?* You can find the answers to all these and more on this episode of the Popstorian Podcast! *You should have a sandwich! Sandwiches are cool.

Chris and Ben continue the series Westerns by the Decade with a special two part episode for the 1950s highlighting Rio Bravo starring John Wayne, Dean Martin, Walter Brennan and Ricky Nelson. Subscribe for part two!

In this minisode, Chris and Ben reflect on their ongoing series Westerns by the Decade and on the movie genre in general. Which decade do you think has the best Westerns?

Chris and Ben reflect on the actors and actresses who make the Westerns they've watched so enjoyable. Who is your favorite? Send us a tweet @popstorian

In a special spooky Popstorian Minisode, Chris reacts to watching Alien for the very first time, while Ben rambles about production design and pacing. Subscribe and be sure to follow us on social media!

Westerns by the Decade is back! Chris and Ben make it to the 1940s and tackle the seminal Wyatt Earp adventure My Darling Clementine starring Henry Fonda and directed by John Ford. In addition to the film, they delve into the history that surrounded it's release. Join us won't you? Be sure to subscribe and contact us with your thoughts!

Chris and Ben get cultural as they contemplate the role of the Irish in pop culture and history. What does it mean to be Irish anyway? Send us your thoughts popstorian AT gmail.com

In a world... Where two podcast hosts get creative... One movie idea... Will RISE ABOVE THE REST! Share your ideas for a Hungry Hippos movie with Ben and Chris on the official Popstorian Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or via Email!

Ben and Chris get their spooky on just in time for the first October minisode! Ben talks about insects and love stories as Chris explains the dangers of polar bears– SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE EPISODES!

Ben and Chris return for another round of Would You Rather! It's not too late to join in on Twitter. Follow @popstorian and hashtag your responses.

Ben and Chris play Would You Rather! Join in on Twitter and share your opinions on some hard questions about pop culture and history.

WARNING: SOLO SPOILERS AHEAD! Ben and Chris stumble into the world of Star Wars and speculate about the future of the world's biggest movie franchise. Check us out on Twitter!

Chris jumps into the hot seat with his most controversial opinions as Ben laughs maniacally in the distance! If you enjoy the Popstorian Podcast be sure to subscribe and follow us on social media.

Westerns by the Decade returns, this time tackling the 1930s! Join Chris and Ben as they uncover the history of the turbulent decade, the magic of one of the greatest Western movies ever made, and tell a cow joke! Be sure to subscribe and check out popstorian.com for more