Halloween is quickly approaching, and what better way to celebrate than with this classic story? Whether you are a horror fanatic or simply curious about this famous monster, hit play! This episode explores the gothic novel, and some film and s

Paris Hilton | Ep. 14

Oct 12th, 2020 13m 30s

You know Paris Hilton for her glitzy lifestyle, sparkly fashion and airheaded persona. So, you may be surprised to learn that underneath everything, there's a savvy businesswoman and lively entertainer, who has dealt with her share of hardships

The Office | Ep. 13

Sep 28th, 2020 11m 1s

Over the last 15 years, "The Office" has kept old fans and new viewers laughing. The TV show is full of silly pranks, mundane work routines and lasting relationships. This week's episode discusses the TV show itself, as well as some of actors t

Judy Garland | Ep. 12

Sep 14th, 2020 15m 11s

Judy Garland dominated the screen throughout the Golden Age of Hollywood. Starring in films like "The Wizard of Oz" and "Meet Me in Saint Louis" solidified her celebrity status. But it wasn't always a smooth journey for the actress. In the mids

Cats, cats, and more cats | Ep. 11

Aug 31st, 2020 17m 20s

Dogs are known as man's best friend, but where are all of the cat lovers? While our cats at home can't hold conversations or crack jokes with us, the fictional cats in today's episode use their distinct personalities to make a splash through so

Historical Fiction Part Two | Ep. 10

Aug 17th, 2020 12m 17s

From children's toys, to spooky court trials, to a groundbreaking Broadway musical, this week's episode explores how all these works center around historical events. For more information about the topics, check out these sources which were use

Historical Fiction Part One | Ep. 9

Aug 3rd, 2020 16m 32s

Whether you are a history buff or not, historical fiction is in every aspect of pop culture. Some of the best films and stage productions are based on real-life events. This episode hones in on three historical events and how they found their w

The Beach! | Ep. 8

Jul 20th, 2020 11m 39s

With summer in full swing, all I want to do is lay out in the sunshine and dip my feet in the ocean. But in the real world, that's not always an option. This episode is a little ramble about some of the music, films and books about the beach th

F. Scott Fitzgerald | Ep. 7

Jul 6th, 2020 12m 19s

Chances are high that at some point, you've read The Great Gatsby (or just watched the movie adaptation). It's noted as one of the greatest novels of the 20th century. While the book has been influential for decades, do you know much about the

Donald Glover | Ep. 6

Jun 22nd, 2020 15m 3s

Donald Glover is a modern day renaissance man. He's made a successful career, from music, acting, writing and comedy. Learn more about his impressive work in the entertainment industry in this new episode.(I do not own the rights to any of the

Coffee | Ep. 5

Jun 8th, 2020 13m 2s

Coffee is the drink we all know and love. We're used to it being the first beverage we sip in the morning and a strong part of our everyday routines. In this episode, we explore the ways coffee is incorporated into TV shows, movies, art and mus

Nicholas Sparks | Ep. 4

Jun 1st, 2020 12m 35s

Nicholas Sparks is one of today's best romance writers. His novels, including "The Notebook," "A Walk to Remember" and "The Lucky One" earned their labels as bestsellers and have gone on to be adapted into award-winning films. But who is the ma

Child Stars | Ep. 3

May 25th, 2020 17m 54s

Child stars have thrived for nearly a century. Some of Hollywood's top actors got their big break before learning how to drive a car or graduating from high school. In this episode, we'll talk about actors who were a wild success as children, a

The "Dumb Blonde" Stereotype | Ep. 2

May 18th, 2020 11m 15s

We've all heard the "dumb blonde" stereotype used somewhere in movies, music or in plain conversation. Have you ever wondered where the expression came from and how it has been used over time? These are some of the questions answered in this we

Gianni Versace | Ep. 1

May 11th, 2020 12m 50s

Gianni Versace went from a child in his mother's clothing shop to building a global fashion empire that continues to dominate the industry today. In this episode, we'll talk about his early life, success on the runway, his life coming to a trag

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