Popcorn Dialogues: A Popculture Podcast

We are back and we are on the Road to Doomsday! We take a stroll down memory lane – MCU’s Phase 1 movies and check out the beginings of the iconic Marvel characters – Tony Stark’s Ironman, Steve Roger’s Captain America and The Asgardian Thor. Come along with us as we discuss how we feel about these films as we get ready for the release of Avengers: Doomsday.

In this episode we dive into Steven Spielberg’s latest scifi movie, Disclosure Day. Starring Emily Blunt, Josh O’Conner, Coleman Domingo and Collin Firth, the film takes us on an adventure filled with whistleblowers and secret alien files. Listen to us chat all about:

The actual message of the movie – it was never about the aliens.

The making of the movie – cinematography and camera work.

Acting and performances – this is Emily Blunt’s finest!

Martin Scorsese and AI use.

Did the Boys Season 5 stick the landing? In this episode we break down the second half of Season 5 and everything in the finale episode for the Amazon series The Boys. Join us as we discuss shocking character deaths, the disappointments and the satisfying endings. In this episode we cover:

Butcher vs. Homelander: a spoiler filled discussion of the White House battle.

Ending explained: where are Hughie, Annie and the rest of the Boys after the showdown between Butcher and Homelander?

Vought Rising: What are our thoughts for the future of the Vought universe? 

Gird Your Loins! We are back with Meryl Streep (Miranda Priestly) and Anne Hathaway (Andy Sachs) 20 years later for the much-awaited sequel at Runway Magazine. Join us for a film analysis on the many twists and turns in this movie. Along with the return of Nigel, Emily, Celebrity Cameos (Lady Gaga) and all the Luxury Brands we can spot, as it pays homage to the Fashion Business and the dying magazine industry. 

In this episode we chat about The Freedom Camp escape, A-Trains fate and the much anticipated return of Soldier Boy and what that means for Homelander and his plans.

The Boys Seasons 2, 3 and 4 are a thrill ride with some dark moments. We dive deep into the chaotic and impactful moments of each season and discuss the increasingly unhinged rise of Homelander and Butcher’s fate along with the rest of the crew. In this episode we discuss the key characters and plot lines to get ready for The Boys Season 5! 

This week we’re all about the 2026 Oscars Race! The battle for the best actor between Michael b. Jordan and Timothy Chalamet has sparked some great conversations about who may or may not be ready or ‘deserve’ the coveted award. Sinners is one of our faves of the year but so is One Battle After Another. Listen in to what we think about all of it, we guarantee some good laughs along the way.

We are diving back into the world of Bridgerton and all the drama our beloved Sophie and Benedict bring to the ton! Join us as we discuss all the juicy details of the Bridgerton world that would impress even Queen Charlotte!

Welcome Gentle Listener to another spectacular season in the Ton! This week we dive into Bridgerton Season 4 Part I and the second Bridgerton bro – Benedict and his lady love. Along the way we discuss the good, the bad and the ugly so far.

We return after a short break to take a dive into the world of The Boys – a show that answers the question, “Would we like to have real live superheroes living among us?” As we get ready for the series finale of The Boys we revisit Season 1 with Billy Butcher and his Boys and all their shenanigans!

We kick off 2026 with a final ‘D&D Campaign’ to celebrate The Stranger Things Series Finale with our special guests to our party! We say our final goodbyes to the Hawkins crew – Will Byers, his gang of misfits and nerds and of course Steve Harrington and his hair and heroics. Listen to us have an unfiltered conversation about the finale episode and what this show has meant to us!

We are back in the Upside Down and its many secrets with the Stranger Things gang for Season 5 Volume 2! We are so excited to dive deeper into the lore of the world created by the awesome Duffer Brothers and hang with Will Byers and his rag tag gang, all the while praying for the safety of Steve Harrington!

With all the conversation circulating around the Marvel and MCU announcements for the upcoming 2026 release of Avengers Doomsday, we think you need to know what we really think about all this! Listen in to see if we are happy or sad about the return of Steve Rogers and the fate of the other MCU characters. Remember to follow us here if you enjoy this show so you never miss an episode!

We are taking a break from Stranger Things as the great detective Benoit Blanc has graced us with his presence in the new Knives Out Mystery, Wake Up Deadman! Listen to our take on the new entry into the mystery franchise and weather it lives up to its predecessors, Knives Out and Glass Onion, as well as its inspirations such as the great Agatha Christie mysteries.

Finally, the day has arrived – Stranger Things Season 5 Vol. 1 has given us all the Sci-fi and horror thrills as we come face to face once more with Vecna/Henry/One! We are super excited to dive straight into all things the ‘Upside Down’ with Will Byers, Eleven and the Hawkins gang! Be prepared for spoilers ahead as we head into all four episodes of Vol. 1.  

Welcome back as we jump into the Surfer Boy pizza van for a road trip back to Hawkins Indiana! We take a final look back at Stranger Things Season 4 before the final – Stranger Things Season 5. We revisit the gang and theorise about the show ending including how we see them in the future!

Join us this week as we dive into the rich world of Guillermo del Toro’s Creature – Frankenstein! We discuss his version of the horror classic Mary Shelley’s tale of Victor Frankenstein and his Monster. 

Once again join us for a dose of nostalgia as we catch up with our Hawkins gang as we revisit Stranger Things Season 3. It’s the summer of ’85 as our gang deals with raging teenage hormones, Russian spies and more!

Welcome back to Hawkins, Indiana. We are back with another trip into the Upside Down with a look back at Stranger Things Season 2! We check up on Eleven, Will byers and the rest of the clan. Strap in for another episode full of Sci-fi and 80s nostalgia fun.

To Read or to Watch? Take a deep dive with us this week in all things ‘screen adaptations’. From Jane Austen classics like Pride and Prejudice and Emma, William Shakespeare’s tragedies and comedies to the upcoming gothic sci-fi Frankenstein – listen to what we think and join in on the conversation!

This week we take a retrospective deep dive into the Upside Down – Netflix’s Stranger Things Season 1. We visit Hawkins Indiana and its favorite residents, Will Byers and his Dungeons & Dragons crew and indulge in the world of 1980s sci-fi horror, government secret experiments and good old fashioned nostalgia. 

Celebrating 20 years of Supernatural, starring Jensen Ackles, Jared Padelecki and Misha Collins. Come along a journey as we look back at this iconic tv show and all the thrills and monster kills, the shenanigans of Sam and Dean Winchester and their angel bestie Castiel. We look at the long lasting legacy of the longest running CW show as it celebrates its 20th anniversary!

This week we discuss Hollywood's obsession with recycling hits. We cover the latest on the confirmed movie sequels and upcoming TV show reboots. This episode breaks down everything you need to know about what's happening next in film and entertainment.

The sisters are back, capes metaphorically on, to tackle the brand-new Superman (2025). Is this a fresh start for the Man of Steel? Expect sibling banter, what they think are ‘hot takes’, and a few kryptonite-level digs as they break down the hero, the hype, and the hair curl.

In our debut episode, we stretch into the First Steps of Marvel’s First Family — the Fantastic Four. From cosmic rays to clobberin’ time, we break down how four not-so-average folks took one small step into space and one giant leap into superhero history. Buckle up for science, sass, and a flaming good time!