Send us a text Matt Friend; a New York based comedian, impressionist and actor. Matt graduated from NYU’s Gallatin School in 2020, but his love of comedy and entertainment was sparked when he was four years old. He had watched Austin Powers (yes, as a four-year-old) and started mimicking the characters’ voices—and the rest was history. To date, Matthew has almost 350K followers on TikTok. He has appeared on the Today Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, NBC’s New York Live TV, Good Day LA, Good Day NY, and ...
Mar 02, 2022•36 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Send us a text Zack Albetta; an Atlanta based musician and one-half of the Working Drummer Podcast. Zack has called Atlanta home since 2016 and has become a go-to for some of the best talent in the Southeast, recording and touring with Delta Moon, The Atlanta Funk Society, The Equinox Orchestra, Ansley Stewart, and Ruby Velle & The Soulphonics. Prior to this, Zack spent five years in Los Angeles, where he performed most regularly with The Jennifer Keith Sextet , a retro-swing band led by Roy...
Feb 23, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Send us a text Holland Baker; a New York based Production Editor and Podcast Host. Holland is a host on Whatever It Takes: A Degrassi Podcast and Latchkey Sibs. Holland is a pop-culture and fandom enthusiast and according to her father, the family Harry Potter expert. Holland joins My Pop Five to breakdown her relationship with Harry Potter, Degrassi: The Next Generation, Blink-182, BTS and Teen Vogue. We also learn how these influences lead to long term friendships, the inspiration to start a p...
Feb 16, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Send us a text Henri Bardot; A Portland, Oregon based multi-instrumentalist, music producer and songwriter. Henri has worked with many incredible artists including Mree, Miel, and is one half of the group Perlo. In addition, Henri also self-produces his own music. Henri joins my pop five to discuss Tom Waits - The Early Years Vol.2, Zelda - Ocarina of Time, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Sufjan Stevens - Illinois, and Just Kids by Patti Smith. Henri also talks through making records with...
Feb 09, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Send us a text Kate Dorff; A Brooklyn based musician and singer-songwriter. Kate started playing guitar at the age of 10 when they were determined to learn Taylor Swift's entire discography. They cite Swift’s lyrical storytelling method as a major influence in their own writing. Kate classifies their music under the umbrella of, “simp-like tendencies that inspire melancholic tunes.” In their debut single, “Red Light Room,” Kate employs a string of highly specific memories to tell a story of hear...
Feb 02, 2022•51 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Send us a text Tune in to "My Pop Five", a new pop-culture podcast, about people. In this show, host Ryan Rael brings on guests to break down five pieces of pop culture that had an influence on them or helped shape them to become the people they are today. Subscribe for interesting conversations that are nostalgic, self-reflective, fun, and important. Season 2 Debuts on February 2nd, 2022. New episodes drop every Wednesday. Follow My Pop Five: @mypopfive on all platforms We'll see you next time....
Feb 01, 2022•58 sec
Send us a text Our final episode of 2021! The crew finishes the year discussing their music focused year-end lists. Breaking down music from Silk Sonic, Leon Bridges, Lucy Dacus, Japanese Breakfast and more. As mentioned on the episode: Nathan Nzanga's ENOUGH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4PqXikOgn0 Support the show: Rate and Review: https://kite.link/mypopfive Socials: @mypopfive Show Email: ryan@mypopfive.com Follow My Pop Five: @mypopfive on all platforms We'll see you next time. But unti...
Dec 22, 2021•55 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Send us a text Our My Pop Five crew spars over their year-end lists (and agree on HBO being a premium platform for television) in a wrap-up of the year in tv & film. This episode may or may not contain a bonus clip after the episode where Ted Lasso opinions cause Ryan to become unhinged. Guests: Daniel Parra, Briauna Rapone and Veronica Deeds Support the show: IG: @mypopfive Rate and Review: https://kite.link/mypopfive Show Email: ryan@mypopfive.com Follow My Pop Five: @mypopfive on all plat...
Dec 15, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Send us a text Ryan & Briauna sit down with a special guest from Season One to breakdown Taylor Swift's Red (Taylor's Version). Support the show: Socials: @mypopfive Rate and Review: https://kite.link/mypopfive Show Email: ryan@mypopfive.com Follow My Pop Five: @mypopfive on all platforms We'll see you next time. But until then, what's your Pop Five?...
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Send us a text Ryan Montano; a nationally recognized trumpeter, songwriter, bandleader and recording artist. His beautiful tone, sophisticated and memorable compositions, impactful live performances and precise technique have garnered him national radio airplay and festival performances across the nation. Ryan joins My Pop Five to discuss Roy Hargrove, John Mayer, Christopher Nolan, Jamie Cullum and Norah Jones. Ryan breaks down how these people impacted his creativity, his love for music and ho...
Aug 25, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text Ryan sits down to share an important My Pop Five announcement. We also hear special messages from the rest of the crew. Ryan's Content Recommendations: The Cookers "If One Could Only See" Bleachers "Take The Sadness out of Saturday Night" Home Cooking Podcast Minari Little Miss Sunshine Support the show: Rate and Review: https://kite.link/mypopfive MPF Socials: @mypopfive Show Email: ryan@mypopfive.com Follow My Pop Five: @mypopfive on all platforms We'll see you next time. But un...
Aug 18, 2021•18 min
Send us a text Derek Aiello is a director and writer, known for Superior Living History: A Miner's Life (2012), Heroics 101 (2012) and The Wedding Crasher (2013). Derek is also the host of "The Dane and Derek Show" a weekly shoot-the-shit podcast where two old friends catch up and talk nerdy shit. Derek joins My Pop Five to break down Video Game High School, Dragon Age 2, Princess Mononoke, Parachute (Band) and Dungeons and Dragons. Derek explains how each of these pieces of pop culture shaped h...
Aug 11, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text DOM SHWN; Music Producer & Engineer. Dom has worked with the likes of Dylan Huling, Munirah and Mike Baty. Raised in the southwest United States with a love for 80's rock, pop, and metal. Dom details finding a love for punk rock, r&b, hip hop, soul and jazz, He states that he has taken his favorite influences and crafted his own sound and approach to making music that brings a focus on emotion and connection with listeners. Dom joins My Pop Five to break down Guitar Hero, ...
Aug 04, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Send us a text Pandemic Pop Five! In today's episode, the MPF Crew breaks down five pieces of pop culture that got them through the pandemic. We hear stories about the start of the show, what things helped blossom Ryan & Briauna's friendship, and of course, it wouldn't be My Pop Five without some Taylor Swift discussion. Support the show: Rate and Review: https://kite.link/mypopfive IG/Twitter: @mypopfive Show Email: ryan@mypopfive.com Follow My Pop Five: @mypopfive on all platforms We'll se...
Jul 28, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Send us a text My Pop Five answers your questions! Daniel and Ryan host the first Q & A episode and answer your questions! They break down how the show was started, what was the catalyst for the show concept, their opinions on new and upcoming music, and much more. Support the show: Rate and Review: https://kite.link/mypopfive MPF Instagram: @mypopfive Show Email: ryan@mypopfive.com Follow My Pop Five: @mypopfive on all platforms We'll see you next time. But until then, what's your Pop Five?...
Jul 21, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Send us a text Dean Stafford; is a Digital Media Director and musician based out of Los Angeles. Known most for his time fronting the band 'Pompeii' and his current project 'Early Internet'. Dean has released multiple albums, toured the world and received national recognition from NPR, The New York Times, The Guardian, and MTV. Dean joins My Pop Five to discuss his 'Pop Five' and how it was the catalyst for the creator that he is today. He and the crew discuss the album Clarity by Jimmy Eat Worl...
Jul 14, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Send us a text Henry MacLean; frontman of Maryanne Bold, a Los Angeles based musical duo known for their incredible music videos. We talk to Henry about his inspiration for writing and how his "Pop Five" influenced some of his most daring of projects. Henry joins My Pop Five to breakdown his favorite albums, music videos and films that have impacted him as both a musician and filmmaker. We also learn all about his love for musical theater, VFX processes and growing up on the East Coast. Watch "H...
Jul 07, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send us a text Our Pop Five HS Edition: Cue “Pomp and Circumstance”! As we witnessed the celebrations of 2021 graduates, we decided it was great time to get the gang together and breakdown all of our favorite High School pop-culture moments. Never forget early 2000's cell phones. What is High School, if not the time when you are finding your own voice and aligning your identity with the art that you love. Listen as the My Pop Five crew tells stories of talent shows, unrequited love, breaking wat...
Jun 30, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send us a text Megan Pham; Vietnamese-American filmmaker living in LA. After working for the Hurlbut Academy, she started working full-time freelance in the camera department and joined the International Cinematographers Guild. Megan has filmed for companies including KIA, Pepsi and the NCAA. Megan joins My Pop Five to discuss Lord of The Rings, Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Ansel Adams, Roger Federer and her favorite band Muse. Megan shares anecdotes of how these pieces of pop-culture have influenced...
Jun 23, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Send us a text LAYNE; musician, producer and artist originally from the Black Hills now based out of Los Angeles. Over the past several years she has been curating a soundscape known as "the In-between" LAYNE joins My Pop Five to discuss True Crime, Fly (1999) by The Chicks, Joan Jett, Tim Burton and Indie Rom-Coms such as Juno, Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist, Adventureland and more. LAYNE breaks down her favorite musical artists, movies, true crime and the way these things have shaped her...
Jun 16, 2021•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Send us a text Alex Deeds; filmmaker and editor based out of Los Angeles. Alex has been nominated and won multiple (Clio Entertainment and Golden Trailer) awards for his work as a trailer editor, including his work on trailers such as Searching , Baristas and Piercing. Alex joins My Pop Five to discuss Rod Sterling's 'Twilight Zone', Ralph Bakshi's 'Wizards (1977)', Roger Ebert, Movie Trailers, and "The King of Rock & Roll" Elvis Presley. Alex breaks down the importance film and story tellin...
Jun 09, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Send us a text Isabel Fuentes; a Los Angeles based photographer featured in Time's 'Instagram Photographers to Follow in the United States 2016'. "One look at Fuentes’ feed and you’re transported into her life in New Mexico – portraits, landscapes and still-life images, each of them shot with the same care for color and composition, offer a refreshing look at a state that has become synonymous with Breaking Bad . " - Time Magazine Isabel joins My Pop Five to discuss Post Malone, Circa Survive, T...
Jun 02, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send us a text Meet the gang! In a surprise episode, the My Pop Five crew sat down to chat about their "Pop Five" for the month of May 2021. Ryan, Veronica, Daniel, and Briauna take the time to break down their roles on the show and each brings an individual item to discuss. Topics include; HBO's Mare of Easttown, the break up of the iconic band Daft Punk, YouTube's "Life in A Day", Julia Michaels' Album 'Not In Chronological Order' and Olivia Rodrigo. Support the Show! Leave a rating and review...
May 28, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Send us a text Devon Corey; a Los Angeles-based music producer and recording engineer. Devon has worked in music industry with the likes of Bebe Rexha, DJ Mustard, Trevor Daniel and spent time working on NBC's The Voice. Devon joins My Pop Five to break down Taylor Swift's Red Album, Brand New, YouTube, Memes and Scream (1996). Devon discusses his relationship with each of the items on his "Pop Five", his relationship with independent musicians, his humble beginnings in the music industry and ul...
May 26, 2021•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Send us a text Helena Hawkes; a Los Angeles-based writer/director and a self-proclaimed Cinephile, Painter, and Soul & Disco Enthusiast. Helena has worked in Hollywood with the likes of Jason Blum of Blumhouse Productions and Leigh Wannel of the Saw and Insidious Franchises. Helena joins My Pop Five to break down Big Fish, Rene Magritte, Meshes of the Afternoon/At Land by Maya Deren, Master Blaster by Stevie Wonder, and Culture as Weapon by Nato Thompson. Helena discusses her relationship wi...
May 19, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Send us a text Ty Chiko; a vocalist from the Islands of The Bahamas has been praised for his brilliant versatility as an artist, charming audiences with his 'warm lyrical tone'. Ty joins My Pop Five to break down BET, John Legend, Gordon Ramsay, Ellen DeGeneres and Sidney Poitier. Ty discusses his relationship with each of the items on his "Pop Five" including his sexuality, being an amputee and his deep friendship with host Ryan Rael. Support the show! Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts! Guest L...
May 08, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Send us a text Tune in to "My Pop Five", a new pop-culture podcast, about people. In this show, host Ryan Rael brings on guests to break down five pieces of pop culture that had an influence on them or helped shape them to become the people they are today. Subscribe for interesting conversations that are nostalgic, self-reflective, fun, and important. New episodes drop every Wednesday. Follow My Pop Five: @mypopfive on all platforms We'll see you next time. But until then, what's your Pop Five?...
Apr 25, 2021•2 min
