Best Bop Culture Podcasts (2024)

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Bop Culture - Sex And The City S1 E3 "Bay of Married Pigs" (with Eoin Keane) [Patreon Preview] 5:33

17h ago5:33

5:33

Fionnuala and Eoin recap Sex And The City season one, episode three - "Bay of Married Pigs". Get the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Live Show Announcement! 1:45

1d ago1:45

1:45

Flop Culture presents: Top Of The Flops 2024! Join Fionnuala alongside some Flop Culture faves for two shows to ring in 2024 - November 14th at The Laughter Lounge in Dublin and November 28th at the Triskel Arts Centre in Cork. Patreon presale takes place August 28th at 9am at patreon.com/flopculture, general sale takes place August 30th at 9am fro…

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Is Blake Lively a Mean Girl? 1:17:21

1h ago1:17:21

1:17:21

Send us a Text Message. Emily Rose from It's Become a Whole Thing joins me to discuss Blake Lively's most notable scandals: her plantation wedding, the Preserve blog, her shady interviews, the Gossip Girl cast drama rumors, Ryan Reynolds, Taylor Swift, and so much more! Support the Show.By Bop Culture

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Bop Culture - Sex And The City S1 E2 "Models and Mortals" (with Eoin Keane) [Patreon Preview] 5:57

2h ago5:57

5:57

Fionnuala and Eoin recap Sex And The City season 1, episode 2 - "Models and Mortals". Get the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture or in app on Apple Podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Love Is Blind UK Episode 3 + 4 (with Pádraig Wilson McCarthy) [Patreon Preview] 6:33

13d ago6:33

6:33

Fionnuala and Pádraig give their takes on Love Is Blind UK's final proposals. Get the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn - Everything You Need to Know About Toe Part V 52:35

9d ago52:35

52:35

Send us a Text Message. Link to 2019 timeline. Link to 2020 timeline. We are BACK to discuss everything you could ever want to know about the pop culture mega relationship between Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn so Swifties hold on to your butts because we've got details on their every move in the second part of 2019 and the first part of 2020, includin…

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#162 - Summer Breaking 49:07

18d ago49:07

49:07

The boys are back from their summer break with a new, and long overdue, episode upload. Catch up with Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they discuss a little bit of what they've been up to, some news, and more. AND...look forward to an episode VERY SOON talking about the 30th Otakon Anniversary. Thanks for listening and see you all soon!…

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Love Is Blind UK Episode 1 + 2 (with Pádraig Wilson McCarthy) [Patreon Preview] 5:55

21d ago5:55

5:55

Pádraig Wilson McCarthy joins Fionnuala to discuss the first two episodes of Love Is Blind UK. Get the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ranking Taylor Swift's Relationships 2:11:34

27d ago2:11:34

2:11:34

Send us a Text Message. It's my birthday and I'll ship if I want to! Join me and Torry to go through the whole list of everyone Taylor Swift has ever allegedly dated! From John Mayer to Joe Jonas to Travis Kelce to Calvin Harris to Harry Styles to Dianna Agron to Kalie Kloss we have got it ALL! Every Swiftie needs to stream this ep! Calculate your …

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Bop Or Flop - Sabrina Carpenter's Previous Five Albums (with Cian Sullivan) [Patreon Preview] 7:18

13d ago7:18

7:18

Sissy That Pod and Club 96 host Cian Sullivan joins Fionnuala to review Sabrina Carpenter's previous five albums - and decide which are flops, and which are bops. Get the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Showgirls (with Christian Guiltenane) 57:56

1M ago57:56

57:56

Entertainment reporter Christian Guiltenane joins Fionnuala to discuss the flop of all flops - Showgirls - for the final episode of season three. TIMESTAMPS A Euphoria update + Apple TV+ can't stop spending money on stupid shit: 0:55 Showgirls (with Christian Guiltenane): 15:29 Top of the Flops: 52:16 LINKS Follow Christian on Instagram! Read the f…

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Spade Riddles - The Truth About Kaylor's Most Infamous Insider feat. The Online BS Pod 1:59:11

1M ago1:59:11

1:59:11

Send us a Text Message. Katie and Nathan from The Online BS Pod join me to discuss Taytaysbeard aka TTB aka Spade-Riddles, the mysterious Kaylor and Gaylor Swift blogger from Tumblr who claims to have insider sources. Is it all just a little fandom fun or is something much darker at play here? Link to the Bilor Sub Link to my YouTube channel Link t…

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Burlesque (with Brendan O'Loughlin) 55:53

26d ago55:53

55:53

Broadcaster, podcaster and co-host of 98FM's Big Breakfast Brendan O'Loughlin joins Fionnuala to discuss Burlesque - the 2010 movie musical starring Christina Aguilera and Cher. TIMESTAMPS Everything we know about the Madonna biopic - again: 0:44 Burlesque (with Brendan O'Loughlin): 3:17 Top of the Flops: 39:00 LINKS Follow Brendan on Instagram! Li…

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Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn - Part IV 45:09

1M ago45:09

45:09

Send us a Text Message. CARA IS BACK and with a special live studio audience, we continue our march through the Toe Timeline. Link to the timeline here Join us for all things Taylor Swift, Joe Alwyn, Lover Era, Lover Fest, You Need To Calm Down, Me! Music video, Swifties, and so much more. Support the Show.…

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Bop Or Flop - The Bear S3 (with Brian Lloyd) [Patreon Preview] 7:57

2M ago7:57

7:57

Movies editor for Entertainment.ie Brian Lloyd joins Fionnuala to discuss The Bear season three. Get the full episode plus bonus content on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Kardashians' Flop Era (with Fiona Frawley) 55:05

1M ago55:05

55:05

Comedian Fiona Frawley joins Fionnuala to discuss why the Kardashians' might be scrambling for relevance in 2020s. LINKS Follow Fiona on Instagram and TikTok! Get extra episodes of Flop Culture on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Take the Flop Culture listener survey here! Follow Flop Culture on Instagram and TikTok! Editing: Adam Shanahan Hosted …

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Bop Culture - Sex And The City S1 E1 "Pilot" (with Eoin Keane) [Patreon Preview] 6:00

2M ago6:00

6:00

By popular demand, Fionnuala and Eoin watch Sex And The City from the very beginning. Sign up to the Flop Culture Patreon for the full episode - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Top Of The Flops Mid-Year Review (with Pádraig Wilson McCarthy) [Patreon Preview] 7:05

2M ago7:05

7:05

With six months down, Pádraig Wilson McCarthy joins Fionnuala to discuss who has had a floppy 2024 so far. Get the full episode + more bonus content on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How I Met Your Father (with Louise O'Toole) 1:13:02

1M ago1:13:02

1:13:02

Comedian Louise O'Toole joins me to discuss the gender-flipped How I Met Your Mother reboot, How I Met Your Father. TIMESTAMPS A Glastonbury recap: 0:40 How I Met Your Father (with Louise O'Toole): 8:16 LINKS Follow Louise on Instagram and TikTok! The How I Met Your Dad pilot leak can be found here! Get extra content and ad-free episodes of Flop Cu…

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Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn - Part III 43:26

1M ago43:26

43:26

Send us a Text Message. The link to the timeline is here! We are BACK to discuss everything you could ever want to know about the pop culture mega relationship between Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn so swifties hold on to your butts. From Joe's movie premiers to Reputation Tour, we've got details on their every move in 2018, including outlining a possi…

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LIVE: Bop Or Flop - Irish Food & Drink (with Shane Daniel Byrne) [Patreon Preview] 5:26

2M ago5:26

5:26

Fionnuala sat down with comedian and podcaster Shane Daniel Byrne at Beyond The Pale to discuss Irish food and drink flops from year's gone by. Listen to the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Glastonbury Flops (with Dan Thomas) 50:18

2M ago50:18

50:18

With Glastonbury 2024 kicking off, Fionnuala meets content creator Dan Thomas to talk about the festival's floppier moments. TIMESTAMPS News: 1:16 Interview: 4:28 Flops: 45:21 LINKS Follow Dan on Instagram and TikTok! Get even more Flop Culture on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Follow Flop Culture on Instagram and TikTok! Editing: Adam Shanahan …

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Are The Charts In Their Flop Era? Chart Gouging, Album Variants and What It All Means For Pop Music (with Michael Cragg) [Patreon Exclusive] 4:58

2M ago4:58

4:58

Journalist and author of Reach For The Stars Michael Cragg joins Fionnuala to discuss the recent UK chart battle between Taylor Swift and Charli XCX and ask several questions - will the charts ever stop artists from releasing album variants? How do fans benefit from album variants? Are chart battles good for pop music? Listen to the full episode on…

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The Jonas Brothers' Solo Careers (with Caoimhe Ní Chathail) 1:04:38

2M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

Presenter and producer Caoimhe Ní Chathail joins me to discuss the solo careers of the Jonas Brother, as Joe teases (threatens?) new music and Nick heads for Broadway. TIMESTAMPS News: 1:33 The Jonas Brothers' Solo Careers (with Caoimhe Ní Chathail): 9:51 Top of the Flops: 1:00:01 LINKS Listen to 30 S.O.S. wherever you get your podcasts! Follow Cao…

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Learning the Lore of The Tortured Poets Department Part V 37:46

2M ago37:46

37:46

Send us a Text Message. I hop on solo this week to finish up my review series of The Tortured Poets Department (TTPD). I cover Peter, The Bolter, Robin, and the Manuscript so of course we're talking about Matty Healy, Joe Alwyn, Taylor Swift, Jake Gyllenhaal, Aaron Desner, and all the usual Swiftie topics! Support the Show.…

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#161 - The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Digital Manga 55:00

2M ago55:00

55:00

In this episode of Bebop Banter, join Wes, Demetrius, and Syed as they discuss the digital direction that manga is heading! From the earliest days of scanlations to the rise of official sources and the battle of the translators, this episode will give a fan's take on all things digital manga! Thank you so much for sticking with us and see you next …

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PATREON UNLOCKED: Why Gig Etiquette Is In Its Flop Era (with Andrea Cleary) 56:50

3M ago56:50

56:50

This week, Flop Culture is pressing pause on regular programming to bring you a taste of one of the many exclusive bonus episodes you can access if you sign up to Patreon.com/FlopCulture, as well as getting monthly show previews, and early ad-free access to all main-feed episodes. Hope to see you there! -F x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…

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J Lo's Flop Era (with Shauna O'Reilly) 1:10:27

3M ago1:10:27

1:10:27

Shauna O'Reilly, showbiz reporter for The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show on Today FM, joins Fionnuala to discuss Jennifer Lopez's current flop era, and ponder what she can do to get out of it. TIMESTAMPS An update on Normal People S2 + Sabrina Carpenter's new album Short 'n' Sweet: 0:40 J Lo's Flop Era (with Shauna O'Reilly): 4:31 Top of the Flops: 1:0…

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Sweet Home Alabama (with Édaein O'Connell) 1:01:12

3M ago1:01:12

1:01:12

Freelance writer Edaein O'Connell joins me to discuss the 2002 film Sweet Home Alabama. TIMESTAMPS Andrew Scott's big year: 0:43 Sweet Home Alabama (with Edaein O'Connell): 2:39 Top of the Flops: 53:58 LINKS Follow Edaein on Instagram and TikTok! Follow Flop Culture on Instagram and TikTok! Editing: Adam Shanahan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv…

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Bop Or Flop - Billie Eilish's 'HIT ME HARD AND SOFT' (with Cian Sullivan) [Patreon Preview] 4:37

3M ago4:37

4:37

Writer, DJ and host of Sissy That Pod Cian Sullivan joins Fionnuala to discuss Billie Eilish's third album HIT ME HARD AND SOFT. Get 3x monthly bonus episodes on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Taylor Swift vs. Billie Eilish - THE GIRLS ARE FIGHTING 1:25:10

3M ago1:25:10

1:25:10

Send us a Text Message. Link to Ahmed's GoFundMe! Gabbie joins me to break down the current chart battle and major beef that is blossoming between Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish. Where does the root of this celebrity feud come from? Is it Finneas, Justin Bieber, Damon Albarn, Olivia Rodrigo, The Tortured Poets Department, Hit Me Hard and Soft, or m…

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The Dark Knight Rises (with Femi Bankole) 54:13

3M ago54:13

54:13

Black And Irish founder Femi Bankole joins Fionnuala to staunchly defend Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight sequel, The Dark Knight Rises. LINKS Follow Femi on Instagram! Follow Black And Irish on Instagram! Follow Flop Culture on Instagram and TikTok! Get bonus content on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Editing: Adam Shanahan Hosted on Acast. See a…

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Bop Or Flop - The Idea Of You (with Karla K) [Patreon Preview] 7:18

3M ago7:18

7:18

Karla K and Fionnuala have a sprawling conversation on The Idea Of You - the film adaptation of the book of the same name. Listen to the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Learning the Lore of The Tortured Poets Department Part IV 1:15:45

3M ago1:15:45

1:15:45

Send us a Text Message. Jeffie joins me again to continue our deep dive into the lore surrounding Taylor Swift's 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department. This week we're talking Taylor's Lament: I Hate It Here, Thank You Aimee, I Look in People's Windows, The Prophecy, and Cassandra. So of course we're having discussions about Kim Kardashi…

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Pub And Drink Flops (with Ali Dunworth) 1:02:04

3M ago1:02:04

1:02:04

Writer and author Ali Dunworth joins Fionnuala to discuss pub and drinks flops from over the years. TIMESTAMPS New Legally Blonde prequel series announced: 0:44 Pub And Drinks Flops (with Ali Dunworht): 4:32 Top of the Flops: 52:08 LINKS Buy Ali's book here! Subscribe to Ali's Substack here! Follow Ali on Instagram! Get bonus content on Patreon - p…

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#160 - Bop Culture: Bi-Weekly B-Roll 31:45

3M ago31:45

31:45

As the boys prepare to post new episodes on current anime-related endeavors, join them this week in an older, yet until now unreleased, episode where they catch up, joke around, talk about what they're up to, and talk about the future of the pod. With a few goofy edits, and some surprises along the way, we hope you enjoy! As always, thank you all f…

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Learning the Lore of The Tortured Poets Department Part III 1:22:40

3M ago1:22:40

1:22:40

Send us a Text Message. Donate to Ahmed's GoFundMe here! Check out Ahmed's IG here! Jeffie joins me again to continue our deep dive into the lore surrounding Taylor Swift's 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department. We discuss Joe Alwyn, Matty Healy, Olivia Rodrigo, and just a touch of Travis Kelce as we explore what seems like the most like…

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Taylor Swift’s ‘folklore’ and ‘evermore’ (with Kat McKenna) 1:10:36

4M ago1:10:36

1:10:36

Writer and fandom expert Kat McKenna joins Fionnuala to discuss Taylor Swift’s albums ‘folklore’ and ‘evermore’ - and how the works paved the way for gargantuan success to come. TIMESTAMPS: News: 0:44 Flop: 2:47 LINKS Kat McKenna’s new book Look What You Made Me Do is out now - get it here Follow Kat on Instagram! Support Flop Culture on Patreon! F…

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Bop Or Flop - Dua Lipa's 'Radical Optimism' [Patreon Preview] 7:47

4M ago7:47

7:47

Writer and DJ Louise Bruton joins Fionnuala to discuss Dua Lipa's third album, Radical Optimism. Get the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Learning the Lore of The Tortured Poets Department Part II 53:51

3M ago53:51

53:51

Send us a Text Message. Jeffie joins me again to continue our deep dive into the lore surrounding Taylor Swift's 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department. We discuss Joe Alwyn, Matty Healy, Olivia Rodrigo, and just a touch of Travis Kelce as we explore what seems like the most likely muses for Swiftie's new main obsession! Support the Show.…

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Learning the Lore of The Tortured Poets Department Part I 1:22:48

3M ago1:22:48

1:22:48

Send us a Text Message. Jeffie joins me to deep dive into the lore surrounding Taylor Swift's 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department. We discuss Joe Alwyn, Matty Healy, Olivia Rodrigo, and just a touch of Travis Kelce as we explore what seems like the most likely muses for Swiftie's new main obsession! Support the Show.…

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U2's 'Get On Your Boots' (with Irish Number Ones' Aidan Curran) 51:43

4M ago51:43

51:43

Writer and brain behind the blog Irish Number Ones' Aidan Curran joins Fionnuala to discuss U2's Get On Your Boots - and how the song ended the band's stellar international chart success. TIMESTAMPS All of Taylor Swift's broken records: 0:46 U2's Get On Your Boots (with Irish Number Ones Aidan Curran): 3:34 Top of the Flops: 44:43 LINKS Read all ab…

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After We Collided (with Karla K) [Patreon Preview] 6:42

4M ago6:42

6:42

Karla K returns to discuss the first sequel to After, After We Collided. Get the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Looking (with Alex Philamond) 1:19:14

4M ago1:19:14

1:19:14

Writer and manicurist Alex Philamond joins me to discuss the HBO series Looking - the Jonathan Groff-led show that was pitched as the gay Sex And The City. But, despite its compelling cast of characters and a dedicated fanbase, Looking was cancelled after two seasons. TIMESTAMPS Hozier's chart successes: 0:46 Looking with Alex Philamond: 3:33 Top o…

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The Tortured Poets Defense 1:09:50

4M ago1:09:50

1:09:50

Send us a Text Message. Jeffie's on to discuss the critical reaction to Taylor Swift's 11th album, The Tortured Poets Department. Support the Show.By Bop Culture

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Center Stage (with Aisling Keenan) 1:05:21

4M ago1:05:21

1:05:21

Writer and beauty editor joins Fionnuala to discuss the 2000 ballet drama Center Stage. TIMESTAMPS Coachella debrief: 0:44 Center Stage (with Aisling Keenan): 9:07 Top of the Flops: 53:46 LINKS Subscribe to Aisling's Substack here! Follow Aisling on Instagram here! Get bonus content on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Editing: Adam Shanahan Hosted…

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Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn - Part II 1:18:07

5M ago1:18:07

1:18:07

Send us a Text Message. The link to the timeline is here! Support the Show.By Bop Culture

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Bop Culture - Fleabag S2 E4 (with Eoin Keane) [Patreon Preview] 5:31

5M ago5:31

5:31

Fionnuala and Eoin recap Fleabg season two, episode four. Listen to the full episode on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Brooklyn Beckham's Career (with Justin Myers) 1:07:09

5M ago1:07:09

1:07:09

Writer and author Justin Myers AKA The Guyliner joins me to discuss Brooklyn Beckham's career, and nepo babies at large. TIMESTAMPS Billie Eilish announces new album: 0:44 Brooklyn Beckham's career (with Justin Myers): 4:51 Top of the Flops: 1:00:33 LINKS Pre-order Justin's new book THE LEADING MAN here! Subscribe to his newsletter here! Editing: A…

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#159 - Our (overdue) Tribute to Akira Toriyama 1:02:18

4M ago1:02:18

1:02:18

It's been a while since the passing of Akira Toriyama and in all honesty it has taken a while for us to gather all of our thoughts in a way that we feel is presentable. So this week, for our listeners out there, join the boys as they celebrate the life and works of Akira Toriyama.By Bebop Banter

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