This Won't Teach You Anything: A Pop Culture Podcast

Send us Fan Mail A movie can be “good” and still feel wrong to you, and Star Wars: The Last Jedi is the cleanest example I know. My reaction to it keeps shifting with every rewatch, not because the film changes, but because what I bring to it changes: expectations, nostalgia, and what I want Star Wars to be when I hit play.  I walk through how the sequel trilogy sets the table. The Force Awakens n...

Send us Fan Mail Back to Black doesn’t feel like a performance. It feels like walking into a room where something private is already happening, and the silence is part of the message. I wanted to get past the tabloid script and listen to Amy Winehouse the way the record asks to be heard: up close, unprotected, and without the comforting lie of a neat redemption arc. We move through Amy’s roots in...

Send us Fan Mail Four days before we’re supposed to see Lady Gaga live, she cancels a show with a respiratory infection and suddenly my “surprise trip” becomes a gamble. I’m sitting in that quiet, awful space where you realize months of planning might end with nothing but a cold April weekend in St. Paul. Colleen doesn’t even know why we’re traveling yet, so I’m carrying the nerves, the logistics,...

Send us Fan Mail The Bear doesn’t ease you in, it shoves you through the swinging door and expects you to keep up. That’s what we can’t stop thinking about: how a series set in a restaurant creates a feeling so physical that it bypasses plot and goes straight to your nervous system. We talk through the show’s realism and why it lingers, even for people who have never worked a line. The chaos isn’t...

Send us Fan Mail There’s an object you wouldn’t throw away even if nobody else wanted it. Not because it’s valuable, but because it’s loaded with time. We dig into why collecting hits so deep, starting with a simple idea: the things we keep aren’t really “things” at all. They’re touchable memories, anchors to who we were, and proof that a moment happened. We walk through the progression many colle...

Send us Fan Mail Ever notice how the movie you remember isn’t quite the movie on the screen? We explore how Mary Poppins shifts when you grow up—from flying umbrellas and dancing penguins to a layered story about a father rediscovering joy—and why the magic doesn’t fade when you learn how it’s made. We revisit the theater seat of childhood awe and map what changes with time: the overture that quie...

Send us Fan Mail We explore why vinyl still matters in a world of infinite streaming, focusing on attention, ownership, and the small rituals that change how music feels. Travis from "Roody’s Roundup" joins to share memories, first records, and must‑have albums for any collection. • streaming solves access but flattens attachment • playlists replacing albums and context • the vinyl ritua...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder why you scroll past new releases and land on Star Wars, Indiana Jones, or that one Pixar film you could quote in your sleep? We dig into the deeper pull of rewatching and how familiar stories deliver something rare in a noisy world: emotional certainty. From the swell of a John Williams cue to the warm hit of a long-known character arc, we unpack why “safe” does not me...

Send us Fan Mail The impossible has happened. After sixteen years of bitter feuding that had fans convinced they'd never share a stage again, the Gallagher brothers reunited for Oasis Live 25—and I was there to witness it all at Chicago's Soldier Field. Remember that feeling when something you've accepted would never happen suddenly becomes reality? That's what washed over me a...

Send us Fan Mail Ready to unlock the secrets of the Dial of Destiny? Join Funcle Hipster and myself as we whip through the rugged terrain of the Indiana Jones universe. We start our adventure by examining the incredible CGI technology that breathed life into the captivating flashback scene. We analyze the notable kill counts, revel in the signature sound of an Indiana Jones punch, and discuss the...

Send us Fan Mail Calling all movie buffs and pop culture enthusiasts! Get ready for an enthralling journey as we welcome back Funcle Hipster, the charismatic co-host of Culture Dudes podcast. Funcle and his nephew Justin are known for their dynamic generational perspectives, and they're here to inject it into our discussion on the legendary Indiana Jones series. We kick things off with Harris...

Send us Fan Mail Ever fantasized about wandering through the magical realms of Disney World? My wife, Colleen, and I are here to make that fantasy almost feel real. Join us for a lively recounting of our recent Disney adventure, where we journeyed through the Magic Kingdom and dined at the fabulous Steakhouse 71. Colleen vividly describes her first encounter with the enchanting world of Disney whi...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered about the delicate dynamics that unfolded between Sean McGuire and Will Hunting in the classic film “Good Will Hunting”? It’s a bond worth examining, as we see it steer the course of the storyline and leave an unforgettable impact. Join Josh, Jake and I, as we delve into the intricacies of this unique relationship, discussing how their therapy sessions become a platf...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what makes Good Will Hunting a timeless masterpiece? Curious about how the iconic roles of Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, and Robin Williams have influenced the personal lives of our guests Jake Garringer and Joshua Ort? Join us as we revisit this classic film, sharing our personal connections and the lingering impact it has had on our lives. We dive in detail into the por...

Send us Fan Mail Prepare for takeoff as we journey through the cinematic marvel, Top Gun Maverick, in a podcast episode like no other. We dissect the gripping character development and the writers' masterful integration of Val Kilmer's real-life throat cancer into the plot, which forms a ticking time bomb that fuels the narrative tension. Listen closely as we appreciate the craft behind...

Send us Fan Mail Teaser for the next Episode Coming 8/11/23!

Send us Fan Mail Continuing the discussion on Top Gun: Maverick with my good friend Jake Garinger. Part two of a multipart conversation. Follow The show! Twitter: @thiswontteach Facebook: @thiswontteach Instagram: this_wont_teach_you_anything Email: thiswontteach@gmail.com

Send us Fan Mail A discussion on Top Gun: Maverick with my good friend Jake Garinger. Part one of a multipart conversation. Follow The show! Twitter: @thiswontteach Facebook: @thiswontteach Instagram: this_wont_teach_you_anything Email: thiswontteach@gmail.com

Send us Fan Mail I list my top three concerts! You all have been wondering now you will know. If you haven't been wondering you will still know! Follow The show! Twitter: @thiswontteach Facebook: @thiswontteach Instagram: this_wont_teach_you_anything Email: thiswontteach@gmail.com

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by my good friends Jason and Sean for the second part of our discussion on one of our favorite films "The Blues Brothers" and the influence it had on us. Follow The show! Twitter: @thiswontteach Facebook: @thiswontteach Instagram: this_wont_teach_you_anything Email: thiswontteach@gmail.com

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Send us Fan Mail I am joined by my good friends Jason and Sean to discuss one of our favorite films "The Blues Brothers" and the influence it had on us. Special dedication to Charlie Watts. Follow The show! Twitter: @thiswontteach Facebook: @thiswontteach Instagram: this_wont_teach_you_anything Email: thiswontteach@gmail.com

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by my good friend Sean As we talk (primarily) Comic Book Films and take the detours you've come to expect if you listen to this show. Follow The show! Twitter: @thiswontteach Facebook: @thiswontteach Instagram: this_wont_teach_you_anything Email: thiswontteach@gmail.com

Send us Fan Mail I am joined by my good friends Josh and Jake to discuss one of our favorite films "Forrest Gump" As usual we take many exits on our trip through this classic film. Follow The show! Twitter: @thiswontteach Facebook: @thiswontteach Instagram: this_wont_teach_you_anything Email: thiswontteach@gmail.com

Send us Fan Mail A discussion with my Special Guest Jake Garringer on Soundtracks We talk soundtracks and use of music in film, and we take many detours on our trip through this subject! Be sure to check out Jake's site @ https://www.funclehipster.com/ Follow The show! Twitter: @thiswontteach Facebook: @thiswontteach Instagram: this_wont_teach_you_anything Email: thiswontteach@gmail.com