Culture Vacuum

The Culture Vacuum Podcast explores the worlds of media, technology, and storytelling that impact and improve our lives. New episodes uploaded weekly include commentaries in the world of movies and Television, and discussions and reviews of the latest releases along with occasional dives into developments in consumer technology. Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support</a>

Paramount+ Launch Plus

Hoooo boy we took a break but streaming news sure didn’t. Samuel talks about the Paramount+ (soft) launch and then he and Calvin dive into all the streaming news they’ve missed. Also you, lovely listener, can look forward to a new episode this week touching on the world of gaming as well as a sorry for being gone so long/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

04-19
36:37

2021 Streaming Wars Preview

Samuel and Calvin give a (belated) preview of what to expect in 2021’s stage of the streaming wars. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

02-21
01:12:41

HBO Max Changes the Game

Every Warner bros movie is heading to HBO Max and Samuel and Calvin are here to break down why this is a game changing action from the studio. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

12-16
50:51

The PS5 is Here!

Samuel and Calvin are joined by Michael Watts to discuss the PS5 launch! Next-gen gaming is here! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

11-19
01:16:25

A Phone and A President

Joe Biden is the next President. Trump is trying to do a coup. Also, Calvin got an iPhone 12. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

11-10
01:12:08

Apple iPhone Event (2020)

Samuel and Calvin discuss recent restructuring at Disney and then go deep into the new products announced at Apple’s October iPhone Event. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

10-22
01:26:48

Ep. 69: Apple and Epic enter the Fandome

Samuel and Calvin break down the lawsuit between Apple and Epic Games and discuss DC Fandome. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

09-07
01:00:33

68: Peacock and Xbox

Samuel gives a brief review of Peacock, the worst streaming launch of the year, and then him and Calvin discuss Microsoft's Exclusive Games event. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

08-13
40:06

Ep. 67: WWDC 2020

Samuel and Calvin break down all the big announcements from Apple’s WWDC 2020. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

07-02
01:00:16

Ep.66: PS5 Launch and the State of Next Gen Consoles

Sony has now revealed a ton more information about the PlayStation 5, including what games to expect as well as the design. So this week, we take a lot of time to break down where both next-gen consoles from Sony and Microsoft are leading up to their launches this holiday season, as well as speculate about what customers can expect. Also, Samuel breaks down why most console buyers may want to buy a new TV to take advantage of the new hardware. And, of course,  we give our guesses as to what the consoles will cost.  Please support the bail project   If you can, we’d appreciate your support on Patreon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

06-18
01:28:32

Ep. 65: HBO Max Launch (Black Lives Matter)

Total honesty, it felt weird talking about the atrocious behavior of violent cops and how they abuse the black community in the same hour we talked about HBO Max, but we felt we’d be doing a disservice not talking about the change in our country that has followed the murder of George Floyd.  So yes, we spend a lot of time talking about something you may not want to hear about, and then awkwardly pivot to talking about a streaming service. We understand if you may not be along for that ride. Please donate to the bail project or a similar organization fighting for true justice.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

06-12
01:20:36

Ep. 64: Joe Rogan’s Snyder Cut

Joe Rogan sold out to Spotify, the Snyder Cut is actually happening, and Avatar (the good avatar) is a thing you can watch on Netflix. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

05-28
01:31:52

Ep. 63: Mostly Tech Stuff

The media world is still shut down so we take time to focus on the developments in the world of technology. We discuss the Unreal Engine 5 demo for PS5, an update on Quibi, and much more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

05-21
01:08:41

Ep. 62: A Hodge Podge

There’s still nothing new to talk about so Samuel and Calvin talk everything from QAnon to new iPad Keyboards, and end with a brief discussion on the FX show “Dave.” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

04-29
01:17:08

Ep. 61: Devs Review

Samuel and Calvin talk about rumors of a customer processor for Pixel phones as well as the launch of the Oneplus 8 series phones and the 2020 iPhone SE. Later they are joined by Eliot Dewberry of the Youtube Channel “Internet Today” to discuss the season finale of ‘Devs.’ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

04-22
01:41:32

Ep. 60: The Quibis have Landed

Samuel and Calvin are joined by Ricky Hayberg of the youtube channel “Internet Today” to discuss the launch of Quibi as Culture Vacuum’s coverage of the streaming wars continues. Recode Interview with Quibi founder Jeffrey Katzenberg Please support us on Patreon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

04-13
01:10:03

Ep. 59: Tiger King

Samuel and Calvin may be late to the Tiger King train but they sure aren’t gonna let that stop them from talking about it as blissful distraction in these trying times. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

04-08
45:04

Ep. 58: The Bidet Apocalypse

The Coronavirus is still happening so we’re still going to talk about it. But to keep you entertained we also discuss new details on Next Gen Consoles, the death of E3, and new iPads. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

03-30
01:07:45

Ep.57: We've Gone Viral (Season 4 Premiere)

What better way to start the new season than with a global pandemic. Hold on to your butts and wash your hands. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

03-16
57:41

Ep. 56: Season 3 Finale-The Best (and Worst) of 2019

Samuel and Michael discuss their favorite and least favorite movies and TV shows of the year ahead of the Oscar Nominations next week. Thank you for an incredible season 3! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/culturevacuum/support

01-08
01:21:26

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