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Pop Culture Case Study

Pop Culture Case Study

Written by: Dave Giannini
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Pop Culture Case Study is a movie podcast, of course, but far from one that merely reviews films old and new. Though they are sure to don their critical hats in every episode, hosts David Giannini and Will Bjarnar view fresh and classic cinematic offerings through a psychological lens, with Dave using his background as a therapist and counselor to analyze a psych-centric theme. The duo also details their varying anticipation levels for each new film, and what makes their chosen rewatch something worth revisiting (or, you know, never watching again). New episodes drop every Friday, but until then, they’ll be here, diagnosing your favorites, and judging you for what you watch.Copyright Dave Giannini Art
Episodes
  • #374 – Milk and Perseverance (Dead Man's Wire)
    Jan 9 2026
    Episode Notes

    Yes, Gus Van Sant is back! We know you have been waiting with baited breath.

    For the occasion, we talk DEAD MAN'S WIRE, many Skarsgaard's, MILK, and Sean Penn!

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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • #373 – Carol and Compulsory Heterosexuality
    Jan 2 2026
    Episode Notes

    Happy New Year's! What better way to celebrate than by watching (and talking about) one of the best movies ever, CAROL!

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • #372 – SIlence and Personal Relationship With God (The Testament of Ann Lee)
    Dec 26 2025
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    Merry Christmas! We are here to uhh, bring the mood down a bit, I guess. We talk THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE, SILENCE, and our own personal connections to faith.

    Enjoy your gifts!

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    1 hr and 36 mins
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