The Popcast With Knox and Jamie

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news. Join us as we unpack all the delightful chaos surrounding the latest Bachelorette announcement. Plus, we discuss the (few) highs and (many) lows of this year’s Emmy Awards. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/625We launched a new reading podcast/newsletter/secret club! Join us (plus 7,000 amazing readers who also love to judge books by their covers) at patreon.com/shelfrespectHow Do We Feel: The Bachelorette Announcement Who is Taylor Frankie Paul? (see also: Faith Adjacent Favored or Forsaken)Drive-bys: Matt James | Colton Underwood | Christian Bachelors | Rachael Kirkconnell  The 77th Emmy Awards - Winners | The only Golden Girls theme song we need | Popwell Soda ad Trailer Park: The Rip | Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out MysteryRed Light Mentions: Red Headed Men (see also:  Nina’s TikTok) | Adult Strep Throat | Monster: The Ed Gein Story Green Lights:Jamie: books - The Jasad Heir & The Jasad Crown by Sarah HashenKnox: show - Task Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we’re cracking open our list of pet peeves and sharing the reasons why book adaptations go wrong. Erin joins us to discuss authors who sell out, the fans who ruin everything, and, of course, the George RR Martin Conundrum. Plus, we debut our latest literary project, Shelf Respect!Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/624Your parasocial bffs have a new project all about books and reading! Come hang out with us and get some freebies at patreon.com/shelfrespect.Main Character Energy Quiz Upcoming Adaptations: The Long Walk | The Woman in Cabin 10 | Hamnet | The Running Man | Frankenstein | The Housemaid | Regretting You | Wicked: For Good | Verity Adaptations We’d Like to See: The Night Circus by Eric Morgenstern | Freddy & Fredericka by Mark Helprin | Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin | Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale HurstonRed Light Mentions: Romping on our ding dongs about Marin County pronunciations | Red Cards: Spitters (Jalen Carter, Branden Bett) | Ryan Clark Hot Take | Arch Manning | Red Card King of the Week | Luke Lindenmeyer ProposalGreen Lights:Jamie: show - The PaperKnox: book - What Kind of Paradise by Janelle Brown Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we invite our listeners to share their Nos of Engagements. We’re unpacking everything from poor planning choices, heirloom rings that should’ve stayed in the display case, and enough secondhand embarrassment from a simple mirror that will leave you asking, “How are they still together?”. Plus, Knox shares his “Engagements Manifesto: Rules for Success” list.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/623Hypothetically, what if your three favorite podcasters started podcasting about books? If that sounds amazing, you might want to check out @readwithShelfRespectContext: Killatrav & TSwift's Announcement | Hear Erin’s Response in TMYK and use code WORSTMONTH to save 90% on a month of Friends with Benefots content at knoxandjamie.com/patreon (extended through today in honor of TnT) Rewind: More NOs episodes | Digital Bundles | More Engagement StoriesThank you to our brave contributors: @joydreamer, @ravus.portus, @emiliedoleshel, @alibell_thatsme, @lyndseyjade, @mesilla, @meganprice1977, @heyniferRed Light Mentions: September (see also: Virgo) | Football Season Gambling contains multitudesGreen Lights:Jamie: book - Wild Reverence by Rebecca RossKnox: book - No More Tears by Gardiner Harris Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we’re taking you back to the hallowed (and occasionally horrifying) halls of academia as we relive our own scholarly mishaps and unpack your most unhinged school stories. We’re talking passy-aggressy teachers, oversharers who may have violated HIPAA, and the kind of classroom chaos that probably should’ve involved a lawyer.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/622Become a Friends with Benefots for only $1.20! Listen to this full episode (ad-free) plus have access to TMYK, Cinema Sidepiece, Pilot Program, AUA and Blindspot episodes for 30 days at knoxandjamie.com/patreon by using code WORSTMONTH. Revisit our Birthday-UA | Unhinged Incidents Post Drive By Mentions: George Clinton & the P Funk All Stars | Wide Spread Panic | Dude You’re Getting a Dell Guy | Jerry Sandusky | Loud Sneeze ScienceThanks to our contributors: @Aimeegatting, @house_by_baker, @cadowning, @Sedant12, @Lindseyaten, @Tktchr, @Jensvenharo, @Sarah_connor3, @JewelboxamandaGreen Lights:Jamie: book - This is How You Lose The Time War by Amal El-Mohtar & Max GladstoneKnox: book - Corruptible: Who Gets Power & How It Changes Us by Brian KlaasBonus segment: Join our new Patreon tier to listen ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including our thoughts on Taylor Swift’s podcast debut on New Heights. Join us as we discuss which moments passed the vibe check and which made us cringe so hard we joined Jamie’s PR relationship team. Plus, we share our thoughts on the casting wins and losses for the upcoming films Eternity and Marty Supreme.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/621Join our free community at knoxandjamie.com/birthday to watch our incredible Birthday-UA replay (watch this week and you'll also receive a digital swag bag!). As a special birthday gift, use code WORSTMONTH to get 30 days of our amazing Friends With Benefots tier for only $1.20!Erin Accolades: Hurricane Erin | Best Selling Book | New Journal!What’s the Word: T Swift on New Heights(no other podcasts!) | Bayou Daddy | Apple Music Awards 2020 Interview | 2022 Directors on Directors | The Life of A Showgirl | 9 Things We Learned From Taylor Swift’s Historic New Heights Podcast Appearance (via Elle) | Taylor & Blake Aren’t Speaking (via People) Trailer Park: Eternity | Marty SupremeRed Light Mentions: Fit for TV: The Reality of the Biggest Loser | More Lord of the Rings (aside: How Old Is Elijah Wood?)Green Lights:Jamie: show - Code of SilenceKnox: movie - Weapons | book - Playworld by Adam Ross Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we’re celebrating our 12th birthday. Join us as we snake draft our way through the biggest pop culture events of the last twelve years. We're reliving everything, from the shocking to the cringeworthy, and the pop culture gems forever etched in our group texts, with equal parts nostalgia and nonsense.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/620It’s our birthday! Celebrate by joining us at knoxandjamie.com/patreon. Use code WORSTMONTH to get 90% off a 30-day Friends with Benefots membership. (valid for new members only)Save the Date and BYOC (Bring Your Own Cake) for our All Skate Birthday-UA on Tues, 8/19 at 9pm EST/8 pm CST/ 7 pm MST/6 pm PST (psst! Join us live to receive a digital swag bag!)Erin’s Receipts: I’ve Got Questions & I’ve Got Questions Guided Journal | Faith Adjacent 2013 - Things being Iconic before becoming over-cooked : Boston Marathon Bomber Chase2017 - Mishandled: BBC Kid Interruption | Covfefe 2019 - Unlikely Collabs: Jamie’s Viral Post 2018 - Coronation: Wondering Years 2023 - Collapse of the Mono-culture: Eras Tour2020 - Covid: All Things Reconsidered Drive-Bys: Ben Platt’s Diet Pepsi Green Lights:Jamie: movie- Weapons | book - Let’s Make a Scene by Laura WoodKnox: show- Platonic S2 | The Savage, Noble Death of Babs Dionne by Ron Currie, Jr. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we're back with Urban Dictionary. In this installment, listeners are sharing the words and phrases Gen Alpha is glazing that we should smash or pass. Plus, we put Erin on the hot seat and Knox red lights Jamie.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/619Help us celebrate another year of The Popcast! Save the date and join us for our All-Skate Birthday-AUA on Tues, Aug 19 at knoxandjamie.com/birthdayRevisit Urban Dictionary Episodes | Urban Dictionary Bundle | Brain Rot Definition Smash: “Chat am I cooked?” | Holy Airball | Sigma | Aura FarmingPass: Glazing | Zesty | Gyatt | Glizzy | 6’7 | Italian Brainrot Cinematic UniverseRed Light Mentions: Shipping Kelly and Ryan | Jamie Stealing Green Lights (KPop Demon Hunters; Superman)Green Lights:Jamie: book - The Unmaking of June Farrow by Adrienne Young | documentary - Shiny Happy People S2 (see also: Faith Adjacent episode)Knox: book - The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff | movie - Happy Gilmore 2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills for August. We discuss what you should give a shot (smooch), what you should commit to (marry), and what you should just pass on by (kill) during the most mid month of the year. Join us as we share what shows we’ll be bingeing while hiding from the back-to-school chaos,  which movies are actually worth leaving the AC for, and which albums will chase away the ‘Sunday Scaries’ vibe the month incites.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/618Want to feel both seen AND terrorized? Head to knoxandjamie.com/pixarvillain and take our new quiz: What’s Your Pixar Villain Origin Story? (and don’t forget to check out our new Pixar Collection at knoxandjamie.shop) Refresh: Smooch= give a shot, Marry = commit time to, Kill= do not murder! We’re just suggesting to skip these things.Rewind: April SMK | We do SMK most weeks on Instagram at #popcastsmkAugust Vibe Check: Astrology corner | Agricultural Bounty | Football Season (see also: Do you eat the crust?)  Drive-by Fact Check: how is urethra pronounced?Bonus segment: Join us on Patreon to listen to the rest of this episode ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content. Episode sponsors: Liquid IV (code: POPCAST) | PanOxyl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Knox and Jamie as they cruise through Pixar’s finest—Cars, Monsters, Inc., Toy Story, and Finding Nemo! This brand new collection is now available at knoxandjamie.shop! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we try to capture this cultural moment where we’re asked to believe absurd pop culture lies. Was the kiss cam at the Coldplay concert random? Are Dylan McDermott and Durmot Mulroney two different people? Is probiotic soda good? Listen as we separate truth bombs from bold-faced lies. Plus, Jamie brings a shocking new scandal to her red lights.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/617Get our brand new, exclusive series: The Pixar Collection at knoxandjamie.shopTentpole Mentions: Jeffrey Epstein | Prince Andrew | Lost Series Finale | Quicksand | The Face on the Milk Carton | Helen Keller is not a real person | Dylan Efron is better than Zach Efron Coldplay Kiss Cam | Grace and Frankie | Dylan McDermott vs Dermot Mulroney | John Cena | No Country for Old Men vs There Will Be Blood | Probiotic Soda | Shakespeare Authorship Question | Princess Diana  Red Light Mentions: Eastman Credit Union in TN | Shows like Stick & Untamed Green Lights:Jamie: book - A Witch’s Guide To Magical Innkeeping by Sangu Mandanna | movie- KPop Demon Hunters Knox: movie - F1: The Movie  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including our thoughts on Justin Bieber’s surprise album, Tom Brady and Sofia Vergara’s rumored summer romance, and the new show announcement by Larry David and the Obamas. Plus, we make some Popcastic(TM) predictions for the Emmy nominations.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/616Catch the Pilot Program for one of our favorite (and most requested!) series, Fleabag, with a 7-day free trial at knoxandjamie.com/patreonSMK: Justin Bieber’s New Album | Male Celebs getting Ab Etching Procedure | Tom Brady & Sofia Vergara | Larry David & the Obamas show | First image of the Harry Potter seriesCinema Sidepiece: Coming Soon:  I Know What You Did Last Summer | Eddington | Smurfs | Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical | Untamed | The Summer I Turned Pretty S3 How Do We Feel?: Emmy NominationsRed Light Mentions: Propaganda that having curly hair is easy | Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires Green Lights:Jamie: movie- Superman | book - These Summer Storms by Sarah MacLeanKnox: book - My Friends by Fredrik BackmanBonus segment: Join our new Patreon tier to listen ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we rate the summer’s pop culture happenings. Join us as we share the binge-worthy shows and beach-read books we’ve been consuming, as well as the cringeworthy celebrity behavior and viral trends we love to hate. Plus, Jamie is back from vacation with cruise-themed rapid red lights.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/615Get one of our amazing Digital Collection Bundles for just $5 at knoxandjamie.shopToasted: Margo’s Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe | Fever Beach by Carl Hiaasen | Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ’s Childhood Pal by Christopher Moore | The Bear S4 Roasted: Natalie Portman & John Strasinski | Michelle Yeoh | Jurassic World: Rebirth Ghosted: Brad Pitt non-apologies | Jeff Bezos’ Wedding | Plastic Surgery Disclosure TrendRapid Red Light Cruise Edition: Audacity (see also: CLT, Mah Jong rules, Canadian Exchange Rate) | Banana Boats Green Lights:Jamie: book - The Irresistible Urge To Fall For Your Enemy by Brigitte KnightleyKnox: book - The Compound by Aisling RawleEpisode sponsors: Boll & Branch | Hungryroot (code: POPCAST)| Factor (code: POPCAST50OFF) | Gabb Wireless Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we revisit our Cinema Sidepiece on 1996’s patriotic classic, Independence Day. Join us as we discuss the movie's firework-worthy wins and fizzled-out failures. Plus, Knox shares the epic movie moment that has stuck with him all these years. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/614Follow us on Instagram @thepopcast and share your thoughts on this episode Just Watch: Independence Day See Also: Wikipedia | IMDb | Rotten Tomatoes Deeper Diving: Boomer the Dog | The Speech | Bill Pullman IMDb | Fact Check: Dolphin Jewelry Resurgence | “Patricia” popularity | Honest Trailer | The SequelReminder: Bechdel Test | Latif TestBonus segment: Join our new Patreon tier to listen ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content our Cinema Sidepieces and Pilot Programs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we’re jumping on the TikTok bandwagon and reacting to (hurtful) listener comments on the propaganda we’re just not falling for! From outrageous accusations about Jonathan Bailey’s hotness to controversial takes on the authenticity of audiobooks as “reading,” we’re reaching across the aisle, holding space for hot takes and sometimes calling out the haters. Plus, Knox and Jamie share some middle-aged-themed green lights.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/613Follow us on instagram @thepopcast for extra Popcast goodness and our weekly #popcastsmk’s and fun themed posts!Explainer: Propaganda I’m Not Falling For | The Comments Mentions: Jonathan Bailey in Flip Flops | Set It Up on Netflix | A Hard Row to Hoe | The Harry Potter CollectionDrive-bys: The Bear S4 | Strategic Vunerability Ring Light | Labubus | Marjorie Taylor GreeneThanks to our Masters of Bait: @mrskparkhurst, @mag_voo, @katielcurry Bonus segment: Join our new Patreon tier to listen ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content. Episode sponsors: Wildgrain (code: POPCAST) | Olive & June | Splendid (code: POPCAST) | Gabb Wireless (code: POPCAST) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including the rumors surrounding the future of Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom’s relationship, Will Smith’s recent career moves, and the buzz around Sabrina Carpenter’s Rolling Stone cover. Plus, Knox and Erin react to Jamie’s Materialists spoiler. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/612Listen to our latest Pilot Program on Felicity and so much more! Check out Patreon with a 7-day trial at knoxandjamie.com/patreon. Katy Perry & Orlando Bloom: space trip, “concert tour”, split rumors | Deep Cover | KP Superbowl Performance | MSC Cruises Will Smith: Pretty Girls (see also: new album) & Passing on Inception | IMDb Sabrina Carpenter Rolling Stone Cover: Interview | New Album coverRed Light minefield: Materialists - spoiler alert: approx 52:16 | Traitors S4 Cast ListGreen lights:Jamie: tv - #1 Happy Family USA | book - Ring Shout by P. Djèlí ClarkKnox: book - Heartwood by Amity Gaige Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we’re discussing bad dads in pop culture. From animated disasters to prestige TV nightmares, we’re ranking and ranting through the overbearing control freaks, the mysteriously absent father figures, the ones who really tried but just didn’t have the range, and the toxic legends that make your own awkward family barbecue look like a ‘90s sitcom finale.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/611We’ve restocked and added even more goodness to knoxandjamie.shop. Get shopping today and snag our Twister Deep Dive episode for free!Dad Goals: Tony Micelli | Dr. Jason SeaverOverbearing: King Triton | MarlinAbsentee: Reese Bobby | MufasaVillain: Darth Vader | AdamIdiot: Ozzy Osbourne | Wayne SzalinskiToxic Legend: Shakespeare dads | Bryan MillsExceptional: Daniel Hillard | Joel | Cassian Andor Red Light Mentions: Passenger Princess Jamie | Ember Coffee Mugs (NOT AN AD)Green lights:Jamie: movie - The Ballad of Wallis IslandKnox: book - Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy (see also: Knox’s Father’s Day Gift Guide & Reading Guide) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we dispense wisdom and solve real-life listener dilemmas in our seventh installment of Please Advise. If your spouse is making you move under duress, your married friends are not #singlepeopleallies and are taking advantage of your disposable income, or you need ideas on how to deal with passy agressy neighbors,  we’ve got you covered.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/610Support your favorite podcasters’ literary aspirations. Find @erinhmoon and @knoxmccoy’s books on Amazon, Libro.fm, Bookshop.org or request them from your local library!Pst! @tarabremer can help you sort those photos! | Fact Check: Average House temps in US How does the NBA draft lottery work? Who is Tim Robinson? | Mr.Brightside TikTok | Anne Geddes Gone Wrong TikTokJamie’s Fav Timer, Scrolling Ring & Page TurnerRed Light Mentions: Taylor Swift | Sydney Sweeney <> Dr. Squatch Collab | Jojo Siwa | Garden Pests | Flailing Idiot Green lights:Jamie: book - Problematic Summer Romance by Ali HazelwoodKnox: book - Run for the Hills by Kevin Wilson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore and expose Jamie’s pop culture blind spot of the cult classic movie, The Sandlot. Join us as we discuss the reasons this movie has imprinted on Knox and whether it measures up to the hype. Plus, Knox takes a swing at answering hard-hitting QTNAs like “Why do men spit?” and “ Can you play baseball in overalls?”.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/609Get this series ad-free and so much more by becoming a Friends with Benefots at knoxandjamie.com/signup. Use code L7WEENIE to get your first month for $3 (offer valid through Tue 6/3) Where to Watch it (see also: The Sandlot 2) | IMDb Catch up: Spring Awakenings Ep | Blindspots: Pride and Prejudice 1993 Bangers: Indecent Proposal | Sleepless in Seattle | Philadelphia | The Pelican Brief | Jurassic Park | Mrs.Doubtfire | The Fugitive | Schindler’s List Nostalgic Baseball Films: The Court-Martial of Jackie Robinson | A League of Their Own | Rookie of the Year | Angels in the Outfield | Field of Dreams | The Bad News BearsEpisode sponsors: Liquid IV (code: POPCAST) | Moonpig.com (code: POPCASTFREE) | Hers Hair | Factor (code: POPCAST50OFF) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including the latest in the Diddy trial, the Cannes standing ovation rankings, and our feelings on The Bear season four trailer. Plus, we play a game of IMBs to see if Erin can spot the fake TV series.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/608Check out our beloved Christiana’s amazing new business at trypoppie.comWorst Position Draft: Mark Cuban | Max Rebrand | Tom Cruise | Diddy’s Trial Cannes Standing Ovation Results: The Chronology of Water | Pillion | Die, My Love | The Phoenician Scheme | Eddington | Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning Box Office Report: Final Destination Bloodlines | Hurry Up Tomorrow | SinnersComing Soon: Lilo & Stitch | Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning| Motorheads | Friendship | Fear Street: Prom Queen | Fountain of Youth | Nine Perfect Strangers S2 | Gordon Ramsay’s Secret Service S1 | Sirens The Bear S4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, get ready to soak up the summer sun with our annual Summer Movie Preview. Join us as we discuss which movies are worth diving into, which ones to approach with caution, and which to avoid altogether. Unlike Erin, let Knox and Jamie serve as your cinematic lifeguards, guiding you through the upcoming summer film releases.Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/607Listen to our Conclave Crossover Event with Faith Adjacent at faithadjacent.com/conclave. Revisit: Movie Green Lights | Episode 554: 2024 Summer Movie Preview2025 YouTube Playlists: Given | Hopefuls | Did We Need This?Red Light Mentions: Ana De Armas | Hollywood Tariffs Green Lights:Jamie: book - Silver Elite by Dani FrancisKnox: book - Beartooth by Callan WinkBonus segment: Join our new Patreon tier to listen ad-free and get exclusive weekly and monthly content. Episode sponsors: Nordstrom | Quince | Chewy | The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.