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The Pink Popcast Podcast

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Join hosts Josiah Rizzo and Benji Jones every Wednesday for a humorous discussion on the impact of pop-culture and the part it plays in defining our generation.
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Episodes

023: Hocus Pocus (1993) and Other Things...

This week we take a look back on Benji's favorite Halloween movie, Hocus Pocus. Is it a cult classic? Or is this another case of 90s nostalgia? Let us know in the comments below #HocusPocus #Disney #Halloween

Oct 09, 201955 min

022: Don't Tell Your Mother ft. Cheryl Jones

Momma Cheryl Jones joins us this week as we talk about all the things we did that our parents told us not to. Some of us brought home a puppy... others brought home a baby. #DontTellYourMother #16andPregnant #OnWednesdaysWeWearPink

Oct 02, 201955 min

021: Our Romantic Histories Part 2 (or Benji Jone's Big Move)

Today we continue last week's conversation on our Romantic Histories. In Part 2, Benji recounts his first major crush and the steps he took in coming out. He tells us what it was like growing up around people who weren't as accepting of sexuality and the impact it left on him. We also discuss how the social networking boom of the mid 00s forever changed the way we pursue relationships. #Relationships #LGBT #SocialNetwork

Sep 25, 201957 min

020: Our Romantic Histories Part 1

For our 20th episode, we decided to look back at our romantic histories and the media that most influenced them. In part one, Josiah recounts how Sitcoms and the Christian Purity Culture shaped his childhood view of love and the collateral damage that followed. #Friends #Friends25 #NBC

Sep 18, 201957 min

019: Remembering 9/11

The world has changed a lot since that fateful day 18 years ago. This week we keep things simple and honor that memory by discussing the impact it left on us and those we know. #Remember911

Sep 11, 201939 min

018: Colorism And Casting Black Families

Ever notice how Hollywood "Color-Blind" casts its Black Families? We have, and we wanna talk about it! This week we vent our frustrations with colorism in media, as call out the worst offenders, past and present, on TV. "Same Family, Different Colors" by Lori L. Tharps https://amzn.to/2ZMyJ72

Sep 04, 201941 min

017: Two Hufflepuffs And A Slytherin ft. Chris Lubeck

Hogwarts Houses, Horoscopes and Enneagrams, oh my! This week we're joined by Chris Lubeck to discuss how our respective personality types are categorized, how that shapes people's first impressions of us, and how we interact with other personalty types. Which Hogwarts House are you?

Aug 28, 201951 min

016: The Maya Dawn ft. Maya Dawn

This week we’re joined by THE Maya Dawn who gives us an exclusive look into the making and meaning behind her upcoming EP, the self-titled “Maya Dawn.” We also discuss maintaining relationships in LA as well as mourn our first disappointments in the industry, pick our favorite Karaoke songs, and rant about the horrible high-school crushes we have even today. Follow Maya Dawn on Soundcloud at: @mayadawnmusic or on Instagram.com/themayadawn

Aug 21, 201948 min

015: Remember That: Vol. 2

Flashback once again on the second volume of our "Remember That" series. This time we discuss our favorite quote from Lizzie McQuire, Sour Bubble Tape, and the primal terror that is H.R. Pufnstuf. The Amazing Adventures of Soupy Boy: https://amzn.to/31AZQTV Grape Bubble Tape: https://amzn.to/2H6hLdi H.R. Pufnstuf: The Complete Series: https://amzn.to/31ECY6c What Is Your Language: https://amzn.to/2Z62QWK

Aug 14, 201942 min

014: Once Upon A Time... In Hollywood (2019) ft. Grace Rizzo

Guest Grace Rizzo, aka Thug Muffin, joins us the podcast to tackle the latest Tarantino revenge fantasy, "Once Upon A Time... In Hollywood." We debate the themes of old vs. new, Tarantino's treatment of Women, and his *spoiler alert* explosive ending. We also discuss Helter Skelter himself, and his malleable army of groupies. Follow Grace Rizzo on Soundcloud @Thugmuffin_Top

Aug 07, 201950 min

013: A Christian Musician ft. Kirsten Collins

Kirsten Collins joins The Pink Popcast this week to talk about moving from Canada to pursue music as a Christian in Los Angeles, CA. We also discuss her amazing family, how she survives insecurity, and her relationship with God and friends. #KirstenCollins #KirstenCollinsMusic #Christian

Jul 31, 201947 min

012: FaceApp And Other Fads

Today we're keeping it current with pop-culture and discuss the latest fad that's sweeping social media: FaceApp. We also share stories of our favorite and least favorite fads over the past 10 years from Fidget Spinners to Planking. And finally we challenge our audience to POST THEIR BEST FACEAPP PHOTO and tag us @pinkpopcast on Instagram or Facebook for a chance to win our OFFICIAL POPCAST MUG! May the best old man, woman or child win!

Jul 24, 201942 min

011: Lion King (2019)

In this BONUS Friday episode, the boys ditch the pink and discuss the 2019 remake of The Lion King. Is it a future classic, or cinematic trash? You decide. We just can't wait to hear your thoughts.

Jul 19, 20191 hr 1 min

010: Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019) ft. Shaniece Cole

This week we're talking Spider-Man: Far From Home. We reminisce on our early memories of the franchise with guest Shaniece Cole, as well as decide which of the many films is our favorite. We also take a moment to appreciate the recent trend of diverse casting of established characters in Hollywood. Who is YOUR favorite Spider-Man?

Jul 17, 201953 min

009: Zero To Khleo ft. Khleo Thomas

Khleo Thomas aka "Zero" joins The Pink Popcast in this week's episode. We discuss growing up in the film industry, Khleo's experiences on the set of Holes, as well as having common ground in our respective upbringings (go Moms!) We also get the scoop on Khleo's current endeavors in both gaming and fashion. You 'dig' it?

Jul 10, 201950 min

008: Remember That: Vol. 1

"Am I the only one who remembers..." This week, we give you a blast from the past and recall our most obscure childhood memories. From the early 90's to the mid 00's - help us remember what's real, and what's been Mandela'd.

Jul 03, 201950 min

007: PIXAR Part Two ft. Eric Johnson

We're joined once again by Pastor Eric Johnson to look back at the history of PIXAR ANIMATION. In part two, we discuss how these films help us embrace adulthood, communicate with the next generation, and the difficulties of finding faults in your childhood heroes. Our discussion stretches from 2009's Up to 2018's Incredibles 2.

Jun 26, 201953 min

006: PIXAR Part One ft. Eric Johnson

This week we're joined by Pastor Eric Johnson to look back at the history of PIXAR ANIMATION. In part one, we discuss the experimental nature of their first film, the promotional campaign Disney led, as well as the impact these films had on Eric as a father. Our discussion stretches from 1995's Toy Story to 2008's Wall-E.

Jun 19, 20191 hr

005: Aladdin (2019) vs. (1992) ft. Chris Lubeck

This week we're joined by Chris Lubeck to talk about both the original Aladdin cartoon and the 2019 remake. We compare our likes and dislikes between the two films, as well as discuss the importance of proper representation in film. Best of all, we give our top casting picks for the Genie!

Jun 12, 201949 min

004: Avengers: Endgame (2019)

It was "inevitable".... in this episode we finally discuss what will possibly be the biggest film of 2019, Avengers: Endgame. We cover everything including; Marvel's aptitude for casting and creating characters, passing the torch to the next generation of heroes, and Chris Evans' delicious body.

Jun 05, 20191 hr 46 min

003: Guava Island (2019) and the Coachella Experience

In this episode Josiah talks about his experiences working Coachella 2019, and attending a showing of the Childish Gambino film, Guava Island. We discuss our thoughts on Glover's career as both an actor and musician, and the importance of films that give insight to the struggles of others.

Jun 05, 20191 hr 36 min

002: Mean Girls (2004)

In our first official episode we look back at the Godfather of all high school teen movies, Mean Girls, written by Tina Fey and starring Aaron Samuels. We talk about the impact it had on our own high school (or home schooled) experiences, and how it continues to influence our pop-culture lexicon. We also discuss how this movie, and others like it, bring us closer to our peers.

Jun 05, 20191 hr 22 min

001: Welcome to the Pink Popcast

Josiah Rizzo and Benji Jones introduce their pop-culture podcast, "On Wednesdays We Wear Pink". They discuss how early experiences with media shaped their childhood; and reminisce on seeing Disney films at The El Capitan, finding Star Wars pogs in Doritos' bags, and hating Toys that had nothing to do with their movies. They also compare their first impressions of each other, and share some quirky facts that no one else knows. So grab your favorite pink shirt or dress, turn up the volume and tune...

Jun 05, 201938 min
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