Pop Culture
Insiders Oscar Picks
February 24, 2013 | Nathan Tapp
With the 85th Academy Awards just around the corner, Drew and I decided that we’d give you an “insider’s” look at who could be taking home those golden statues in the big six categories! (Mind you, neither of us are actual insider’s, we just tend to see a shit ton of movies.) For clarification, Drew’s choices are listed first while mine follow. Here are our Oscar picks.
Pop Culture Review 2/16 – 2/23
February 23, 2013 | Nik Heimach
Let’s cut the fluff and get right down to brass tax; a lot happened this week, a lot is still happening, and you don’t have time to sit around not knowing about it. I get it, you get it, we get it, and I’m here to tell you, it’s cool. Relax. Crack a cold one. I got this.
Pop culture review, SlimFast style.
A Fanatic Offers 2013 Oscar Predictions
February 22, 2013 | Jessica Sullivan
I usually start scribbling down my Oscar predictions next to my must-see movie list in October, but I make no claim to being an expert—only a strange fanatic. About this time last year, I realized with some degree of mild embarrassment that I received more text messages from well-wishers on Oscar Sunday than on my birthday. For as long as I can remember—charted by a collection of worn-out VHS recordings of prior ceremonies and list of old nominees tucked into my bookshelf—I have watched the Academy Awards every year with a kind of fervent enthusiasm people usually reserve for activities to which they have tangible connection. No, I’m like someone featured on Hoarders who is dramatically attached to paper scraps, while everyone around them thinks, “You’re obsessed with that?”
Academy Awards Live Blog
February 22, 2013 | Tristan Chan
We may have broke the internet the last time we tried to live blog an awards show, but this Sunday we’re going to win the internet with our Academy Awards Live Blog. Join us Sunday at 7 eastern, 5 mountain for a live blog to end all live blogs. We’ll bring the snark, we’ll bring the wit and we’ll have complete coverage of this year’s Academy Awards! With our new format you’ll be able interact with us in real time. See you Sunday!
Oscars 2013 Cheat Sheet
February 21, 2013 | Drew Troller
The 2013 Oscars are this Sunday. And you haven’t seen all of the movies and performances nominated. That’s okay. You can still pretend you did. This cheat sheet has all the info you’ll need! If you’re watching with friends or strangers, just spew some of these fun facts, behind-the-scenes info, and random trivia. You’ll seem like you know what you’re talking about. I did the research so you can seem like a movie savant. You’re welcome. Enjoy the show.
Pop Culture Week in Review: February 16-22
February 15, 2013 | Admin 1
So the Grammys happened…remember?
I know Tristan already did a breakdown of the show, but I love the Grammys so you will hear what I have to say. I don’t give a shit about the awards themselves but the performances are usually bananas. I’m still talking about the Mumford/Avett/Dylan performance from two years ago. But this year, no trapeze. No weird eggs. And seriously not enough Beyonce. Ok, so apparently I just want it to be 2011 again. At least then we wouldn’t have to deal with LL Cool J or his silly hats. You’re not hiding anything from anyone- Just be bald. Own it. And I know they weren’t your fault exactly, but you could have chosen not to make a “Grandma/Grammy” or a “Fun. is fun” joke. We are the choices we make, sir.
Awesomesauce- Uncommon Goods
February 14, 2013 | Laura Mego 1
If you’ve never heard of Uncommon Goods, you’ve been missing out. The sustainable and eco-friendly purveyor of awesome stuff has been around since 1999 (that’s the same year this song was released, for some perspective.) They feature awesome handmade, specialty, and sustainable gifts for almost anyone you can imagine. Read More
The Grammys Recap
February 11, 2013 | Tristan Chan
Last night’s Grammys was amazing. In what was a brilliant mix of part old school comebacks, part indie folk taking center stage, and part Katy Perry’s boobs, we saw awesome performances from Justin Timberlake, Kelly Clarkson, The Black Keys, Mumford and Sons, and Frank Ocean. It was really awesome to see recognition for truly talented artists like the Alabama Shakes, Frank Ocean and the Lumineers and less focus on your traditional pop performers. Here’s your Grammy’s recap quick hits.
The Year of Beyoncé
February 10, 2013 | Laura Mego
We’re calling it now- 2013 will be the year of Beyoncé.
After the lip syncing/inauguration “scandal” that turned into awesomeness times a million (seriously, who else has the chutzpah to invite a bunch of reporters into one room and prove that you have the skills to sing the national anthem live?!?) and owning it at the Super Bowl halftime Show, Bey had a pretty great start to 2013. If you thought she was going to slink back under the radar for a bit, you were wrong. Thanks to the awesomeness that is the internet, we’ll all be rehashing her halftime performance for just a bit longer. Read More
Community Returns to NBC: All You Need to Know About Community
February 7, 2013 | Admin
I don’t know anyone who watches television that would say, “Oh Community? None for me, thanks.” But maybe you just somehow missed the train the past 4 seasons. Or maybe you need a refresher before the season 4 premiere on Thursday. Or probably you just find my writing charming and clever. Either way but it should mostly be the third reason, here’s everything you need to know about our favorite Greendale crew.
Super Bowl Commercials Recap
February 4, 2013 | Drew Troller 2
Aside from the epic Superdome blackout of 2013 and, y’know, that football game, February 3, 2013 was all about commercials. Whether you’re one of those people who obsessively watches the ads or a football fanatic who went to the bathroom during commercials and missed all the action, here we are to present the recap of the best (and worst) Super Bowl commercials of 2013.
Pop Culture Week in Review 1/26 – 2/1
February 1, 2013 | Nik Heimach 1
Let me start by stating this for the record: J.J. Abrams is a fantastic choice to direct Star Wars VII. I know, it’s “old” news by now, but come on. Freaking J.J. Abrams! Directing a script written by an Oscar winner, supervised by Lawrence Kasdan (the guy who wrote Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi)! How is this NOT the only pop culture happening that matters?!
Because it happened five days ago, and wonton crowds of shameful hooligans have already begun droning, “Ugh. Move oonn already! Star Wars, Shmar Shmwars!” Well, luckily for you, vermin, there’s pop culture freshness to be had.
Super Bowl Commercials Bingo
January 31, 2013 | Kate Stark
Be sure to check out our updated bingo boards for this year’s big game between the Broncos and the Seahawks!
Earlier this week, Mike Zoller brought you downloadable bingo cards for the big game. However, if you aren’t really into football, chances are you’ll still be watching the Super Bowl, if only for the commercials. A lot of companies have already released info about their planned ad campaigns, and we’ve used that info along with trends from previous years to piece together a second set of bingo cards for this Sunday.
Call The Locksmith!
January 26, 2013 | Laura Mego
If you ever want to unlock your smartphone, you have mere hours left to do it. Effective today—Saturday, January 26, unlocking your smartphone in the US will be illegal. Read More
Pop Culture Week in Review 1/19-1/25
January 25, 2013 | Admin 1
Look, a lot of things happened this week. I know what you guys really want to talk about, but we really have to address some things first. Important things. Like Doctor Who important.
A Netflix Addict’s Cry for Help
January 24, 2013 | Drew Troller 6
I am writing this piece at my computer during one of the rare free moments when I’m not consuming media. About four and a half years ago, while sitting in my freshman college dorm’s common area, I heard someone mention Hulu.com. Two years ago, my cousin bought me a trial of something called Netflix.
Since discovering these (and other) ways to enjoy movies and TV, they’ve become a huge part of my life.
And I’m not sure whether that’s a great thing.
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Pop Culture Week in Review 1/11-1/18
January 18, 2013 | Admin
So I’m sure you are either tired of hearing about the Golden Globes or forgot they happened already.
But bear with me whilst I do a brief recap told mostly in video and picture form. There weren’t any really horrible moments that didn’t involve Anne Hathaway or Claire Danes, so I’ll just run you through my favorites/first five I could think of. Read More
Awesomesauce – StumbleUpon
January 17, 2013 | Laura Mego
StumbleUpon is an extension for most web browsers that allows you to discover some of the coolest sites you’ve never heard. Billed as a “discovery engine,” StumbleUpon’s goal is to find amazing content on the internet that you’ll love. How, you ask? Read More
Justin Timberlake The 20/20 Experience and More
January 13, 2013 | Tristan Chan 8
UPDATE* It was announced last night that JT will in fact be releasing a new album titled The 20/20 Experience, which is being produced by Timbaland. To hear the just released single Suit & Tie featuring Jay-Z check out this post from Hip Hop n More.
Attention world. Justin Timberlake is ready. And now we wait. The music world, no, the entirety of the internet, nay all of humanity came to a screeching halt Thursday morning when JT dropped a little nugget via Twitter, which hinted at his potential return to music. In a video titled “I’m Ready”, the 21st century renaissance man agonizes that music means more to him than anyone else in the world, that he is obsessive over his craft, and general that he wouldn’t be proud to just put anything out, that you have to wait for it. The dramatic voice over culminates with a solitary shot of our hero in a music studio announcing to the world “I’m Ready”. While this doesn’t overtly indicate that a new album is nearby, one can assume what the world has been waiting for… Justin Timberlake is returning to music.
Golden Globes Live Blog
January 13, 2013 | Tristan Chan 6
Hey there folks! Join us tonight as we live blog the Golden Globes! We’ll be joined by our PorchDrinking Pop Culture team who will bring the hilarity and snark! Blog starts at 8 Eastern on THIS thread. Feel free to add your comments in the comments section. Read More
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