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Episode 59: THREADING THE NEEDLE

Brooke breaks down Threads and Twitter and the OG stories of early Web 1.0 world and how we MIGHT have gotten here. It is QUITE the ride. And then, she talks movies because you might have heard there is this movie called “Barbie” coming out? On the same day as Oppenheimer which we are led to think MIGHT be a slightly different kind of film. But it stars latest TikTok boyfriend, Cillian Murphy. And of course, the new trailer for Willy Wonka JUST dropped. Happy Thursday!
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WONKA Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otNh9bTjXWg
Oppenheimer Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYPbbksJxIg

Episode 58: Oompa Loompas

Join Brooke on this week's episode of Pop Culture Mondays on Thursdays for a captivating exploration of Ocean Gate's submersible memes, the enigmatic Russian events, an epic cage match between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, and an influencer trip to Shein factories in China (what could go wrong?)  Stay tuned for an episode that will leave you both entertained and informed about the latest pop culture highlights. – WRITTEN BY CHATGPT
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Bill Hader TikTok
https://www.tiktok.com/@care.barrett/video/7247187719007325482
 

Episode 57: How many margaritas?

This week, Brooke is joined by her bestie, Britt Morgan-Saks, as they dive into the hot topics of the week including the tragic events around Titan submersible which is gripping the world. I at the time of the recording, the morning of Wednesday, June 21, the five people stuck on the submersible had not been rescued, but it had been reported that sounds were coming from it indicating they were still alive, but still not found. In lighter news, Brooke and Britt talk about their surprising love and respect for Fox News’ Bret Baier, and how he conducted the Trump interview. They also get down and dirty with the song of the summer, “One Margarita,” and its genesis. And Britt helps explain who Miranda Sings is and why kids were obsessed with her.
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Cardi B TikTok
https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM2UFgeLA/

Episode 56: What in the Rizz…?

This week Brooke tackles the headline that went viral last week:“Is Baby Gronk the new Drip King, or is he just getting rizzed up by Livvy?”Who is Baby Gronk? And the Drip King? And Livvy? Are they human? Have we discovered a new language? It’s just another crazy pop culture moment that only your 13 year old son will know. And now you!!And Brooke helps define some words she’s been asked about. Like Rizz and padam. Grab your pencils and paper, school is in session!
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Episode 55: Question Time!

Brooke is solo this week and begins the pod by talking about the AIR DISASTER on the East Coast due to the smoke from the wildfires in Canada. DO NOT EXERCISE OUTSIDE YOU GUYS!!
 
Brooke also talks about how more and more words are popping up that her friends are asking her for the meanings of. Words like dipped and Riz and drip and bet. Next week, she will go through definitions, but is first asking listeners to send in questions about words they don’t know the meaning of. Send in your words and questions to:subscribe@popculturemondays.comOr tweet at Brooke at twitter.com/BrookeBrooke then breaks down the brilliance of Airbnb's marketing team in swooping in and saving TikTok influencer Alix Earle’s girls trip. Airbnb takes the W, Booking.com takes the L. She also discusses a few other noteworthy viral moments that happened in the past two weeks. Tune in so you know what the kids are talking about!
 
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Chicken Wars 2023 https://www.tiktok.com/@teatok_tea_eo/video/7239816628764986667?_r=1&_t=8cy9N27g2Fy

Episode 54: We Need Another Hero

Brooke goes at it alone on the pod this week as she pays homage to a true legend, Tina Turner. She then breaks down the scandal of all restaurant scandals that rocked the Los Angeles community and beyond. Warning: it’s not for the faint of heart. Brooke moves on to what a hot mess she expects the Twitter Spaces with Elon and DeSantis will be, and talks about how spouseless, childless Tim Scott is getting none of the scrutiny a woman would in his position. A perfect palate cleanser to that is Architectural Digest’s video tour of RuPaul’s stupendous Beverly Hills mansion. Enjoy!
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Episode 53: TattooGate

Brooke’s guest this week is John Heilemann, creator & host of “The Circus” on Showtime, national affairs analyst for NBC News and MSNBC, co-author of “Game Change,” and – appropriately – fellow aficionado of tattoo artist extraordinaire, Dr. Woo (among many other things). After getting some gossip about their high-profile mutual acquaintances out of the way, Brooke and John dive into the latest TikTok drama, TattooGate, and share their respective ink diaries. They then talk about Sports Illustrated’s latest cover girl and 81-year-old badass icon, Martha Stewart, and Brooke gets John’s take on the latest depravity coming out of DeSantis’ Florida. And finally, in a very special Makeout, Marry, Mute, we get a sneak peak into Season 2 of “The Bear.” It’s a fun one this week!
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TattooGate 2023
https://www.tiktok.com/@odds_mind/video/7232420817986948395
The Bear Season 2 Trailer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5U-w1yL4r0

Episode 52: Trifecta

Today, Brooke breaks down the trifecta of political-pop-culture news that’s played out this week thus far. From Trump being found liable in the E. Jean Carroll case, to Tucker Carlson obviously making a move to Twitter, to Georgie Santos’ indictment. We also have a little coronation and a little Lizzy Holmes. It’s a pop culture bonanza! 
 
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Donald Trump Testimony
https://finance.yahoo.com/video/deposition-trump-says-historically-stars-233000186.html
Tucker Carlson https://twitter.com/tuckercarlson/status/1656037032538390530?s=42
Joshua Barnwell, first Responder Witness, interview With Cooper Anderson
https://www.cnn.com/videos/us/2023/05/09/witness-texas-mall-shooting-joshua-barnwell-cpr-victims-ac360-vpx.cnn
 

Episode 51: That’s All

This week, Brooke is joined by Rebecca Unger, who used to work for Anna Wintour and is therefore the perfect person to talk all things Met Gala with (and learn a few inside baseball nuggets from!). Before they discuss the fashion and red carpet drama moments, Brooke brings Rebecca up to speed on her White House Correspondents' Dinner weekend in D.C. There’s A LOT to unpack, from the speeches to the parties — and D.C. knows how to party. They also talk about Bluesky, the new Twitter clone that’s taking the socials by storm. Crack open the bubbly and enjoy! 
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Episode 50: Take me out to the ballgame…

This week, Brooke sits down with Shani Hilton of the LA Times (and formerly of BuzzFeed News) for PCMoT’s 50th episode! Shani and Brooke talk about online media, from its early promise, to its eventual breakdown, and of course get deep into the biggest media world news, the firings of Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon. They also discuss the (millionth) Twitter debacle and the absolutely addictive nature of TikTok. Brooke and Shani end on some highlights from the newsletter this week, like the “It-Girl” transformation of Sofia Richie. It’s a fun one!
 
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