In this episode, get ready to soak up the summer sun with our annual Summer Movie Preview. Join us as we discuss which movies are worth diving into, which ones to approach with caution, and which to avoid altogether. Unlike Erin, let Knox and Jamie serve as your cinematic lifeguards, guiding you through the upcoming summer film releases. Relevant l…

We don’t listen to other podcasts EXCEPT when they’re in our same company. With the real-life conclave currently happening, we thought it was only fitting to team up with Erin and Evan at Faith Adjacent to discuss the film Conclave. You’ll hear favored and forsaken moments, gentle rebukes, discussion about why there aren’t more hot popes, and so mu…

In this episode, we invite our listeners to share their Nos of Motherhood. We’ve got nostalgia-tinged misses, genius parenting hacks we should all be adopting, and a discussion on the pros and cons of parental supervision in the digital age. Whether you’re a mom, have a mom, or know a mom - this one’s for you! Relevant links: Our full show notes ar…

In this episode, we unpack the idea of pop culture tariffs. Join us as we explore the metaphorical tolls we pay when entertainment just won’t let something (or someone) go - we’re talking omnipresent actors, overused tropes about mildly broody acquaintances, and franchises that just won’t die. Plus, Knox shares his own rapid red lights. Relevant li…

In this episode, we take a springtime stroll through our earliest pop culture Spring Awakenings. From animated foxes to that lake scene in Now and Then, we react to our listeners’ formative swoons with the appropriate amount of side-eye, nostalgia, and therapy suggestions. Plus, we uncover the pattern behind Knox and Jamie’s types. Relevant links: …

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including an explainer of the Chicken Jockey trend that is causing chaos in theaters. Plus, we break down which Easter traditions are overrated, which are underrated, and which are properly rated. Relevant links: Full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/603 Shop our evergreen merch shop and ne…

In this episode, inspired by the season three finale of The White Lotus, we’re delving into the best and worst finales of all time. Listen as we discuss what paid off and what left us wanting closure in The White Lotus’s Amor Fati. Plus, we disclose which finales make our top-tier list and which are dumpster fires that should be banned from the can…

In this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills of April. We discuss what you should give a shot (smooch), what you should commit to (marry), and what you should just pass on by (kill) during the most foolish month of the year. Join us as we share what shows we’ll be bingeing as we hide away from all the pollen and which movies are worth tak…

In this milestone 600th episode (!!!) of The Popcast, we celebrate by answering some fantastic listener Questions That Need Answers. Join us as we reflect on our podcasting journey and discuss behind-the-scenes dynamics, industry challenges, and the future of the PMG. Plus, Knox and Jamie share two mutual green lights! Relevant links: Our full show…

In this episode, we recast the characters of the young adult dystopian franchise, The Hunger Games. Join us as we step into the casting director’s chair to reimagine Panem’s most iconic characters with the best pop culture replacements from the 90s and 2000s. May the casting odds be ever in your favor! Relevant links: Full show notes at knoxandjami…

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including our reactions to the Harry Potter TV show casting and our own casting choices. Plus, we discuss the trailers for new seasons of Andor and The Last of Us, and Knoxtradamus will get Jamie and Erin's opinions on the future of celebrity relationships, Bond, and the Pope. Relevant links:…

In this episode, we’re playing a high-stakes game of Smash or Pass with the latest pop culture offerings. Join us as we debate if anyone needed a Shrek 5, whether the controversy surrounding Bhad Bhadie and Alabama Barker even qualifies as a beef, and decide how we feel about the new floodlighting trend and the new season of White Lotus. Plus, Knox…

In this episode, to honor this Sunday’s Oscar ceremony, we're revisiting Hollywood's biggest night from 5 and 10 years ago. We recap the winners, lament the snubs, and share our thoughts on alternatives that should have made the cut. Plus, we tally up all the nominees Erin’s watched. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/596 L…

In this episode, we invite our listeners to share their NOs of Siblings. Join us as we share our own tales of paternity gaslighting and accidental altercations we’re still being lectured about. Plus, we weigh in on listener stories that will make you grateful for your family dynamics. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/595 …

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news and hand out superlatives for this year’s Super Bowl commercials - the best, the worst, and the ‘so weird it’s good’! Plus, we share our thoughts on the halftime show and the latest news about the future of the Bachelorette franchise. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com…

In this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills of February. We discuss what you should give a shot (smooch), what you should commit to (marry), and what you should just pass on by (kill) during the most indulgent month of the year. Join us as we share some of our favorite new TV shows to binge while snacking on some Reese's hearts, which sp…

In this episode, we’re joined by Erin Moon and Jason Waterfalls as we snake draft the absolute grossest words in the English language. From creamy and yeasty to diddle and slough, we present you with the most delightfully disgusting roster of words. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/592 Head to knoxandjamie.com/signup and …

In this episode, Knox and Jamie react to their listeners’ wildly specific recommendations for things that should be banned instead of TikTok. From the shape of Peppa Pig’s head to gaming ads that are just plain absurd, no topic is too niche to be considered. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/591 Head to knoxandjamie.com/fr…

In this episode, we dissect the drama surrounding Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni - the lawsuits, the players, and the most insane story to come out of this ongoing dispute. Plus, we keep the predictions coming and share who we think will be involved in the next big feud of 2025. Relevant links: Full show notes at knoxandjamie.com/590 Follow us @th…

In this episode, Knoxtradamus and Jamie gaze into their crystal ball and foretell the pop culture future of 2025. Join us as we predict the good, the bad and the delightfully shocking that awaits us in this new year. Spoiler Alert:* By the time this episode airs, one of these predictions has already come true! Yes, we’re THAT good. Relevant links: …

In this episode, we deep dive one of the most iconic Disney princesses: Belle from 1991’s Beauty and the Beast. Join us as we answer important questions like “How many female friends do we think she has?”, “What makes her worth rooting for?” and “Is her attraction to the Beast justified?”. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com…

In this episode, we revisit our 2019 holiday-themed Flavor Town. Join us as we deck the halls with the spiciest of takes from our listeners, including one who says the real villain of Christmas is not The Grinch, but your own children. Enjoy! Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/587 Miss us already? Join us at knoxandjamie.co…

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including our theories on what’s really going on with all the drone sightings and our feelings on the Yellowstone spinoffs. Plus, we share which streaming services top our list of non-negotiables. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/586 Need a last minute gift? Might w…

In this episode, we’re joined by Erin Moon and Jason Waterfalls as we snake draft the best Christmas Movie Side Characters. From classics like Bernard the Elf to unheralded heroes like Lady Fiona Pembroke, this festive free-for-all is full of the underrated, over-the-top, and occasionally bizarre characters that make Christmas movies so magical. Pl…

In this episode, we dive deep into the film adaptation of the beloved musical 'Wicked'. Join us as we discuss how it measured up to our expectations, who lost and won the movie, and why A Sentimental Man should have been left out of the film entirely. Plus, Erin of Grievance shows up with all the passion you’d expect from our resident Theater Kid. …

In this episode, we discuss listener QTNAs - Questions That Need Answers. Perhaps you can’t go another day without knowing when the McDonald’s ice cream machines will be fixed, or you need someone to weigh in on which celebrity couple has an open-door bathroom policy - well, we’ve gotchu! Relevant links: Full show notes at knoxandjamie.com/583 Need…

It’s time for the semi-annual opening of the Flavor Town gates! In this tenth installment of Flavor Town, we clap back at the naysayer who thought our best takes were behind us with some of our spiciest takes yet. Plus we crown our new mayor who came in hot for one of our own. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/582 Want mor…

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including our favorite comeback stories and unlikely returns. Plus, we discuss the 2024 Sexiest Man Alive nominees, predict who should be crowned, and unpack Zach Bryan’s latest relationship woes. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/581 Ho-ho-go to knoxandjamie.com/gif…

In this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills of November. We discuss what you should give a shot (smooch), what you should commit to (marry), and what you should just pass on by (kill) as we cozy up to (arguably) the best month of the year. Join us as we share some of our favorite new TV shows to binge while hibernating, which books to cu…

In this episode, we invite our listeners to share their NOs of Halloween. Join us as we also share our own tales of Halloween shenanigans and weigh in on listener stories of costume chaos and trick-or-treat travesties. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/579 Head to knoxandjamie.com/patreon to listen to the rest of this epis…

In this episode, we are joined by Erin Moon to snake draft the Monsters We’d Smash. From misunderstood beasts to charismatic villains, join us as we rank the monsters that make us think, “Wait…am I into this?” throughout pop culture. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/578 Final week to order from our merch pop-up! Head to k…

In this episode, we're back with Urban Dictionary. In this installment, listeners are sharing the words and phrases Gen Z gave us and what they would smash or pass. Relevant links: Full show notes at knoxandjamie.com/577 We have new merch and digital items at knoxandjamie.shop Urban Dictionary: 551 | 526 | 474 | Bundle It’s Giving | Big Mad | I’m s…

In this episode, we “Yes Chef/No Chef” the latest pop culture news, including Ben Affleck’s surprising beard dye job, whether Amanda Seyfried should play Sabrina Carpenter’s mom in the upcoming Mamma Mia sequel, and if anyone wants to hear Al Pacino’s thoughts on the afterlife. Plus, we unpack the disappointing box office numbers of the much-hyped …

In this episode, we give cinema the enema it desperately needs. It's time to flush out all the things that have overstayed their welcome in movies. From actors and directors we’d like to see less of, to franchises that have gone on too long and trope and settings that are tired, we go after who and what is giving us movie fatigue. Relevant links: O…

In this episode, we’re breaking down the saga of Diddy’s rise to fame, his ever-evolving persona, and the long list of allegations that have followed him. From Puff Daddy to P. Diddy to just plain Diddy, the man of many names has built an empire—but along the way, he's racked up a fair share of controversy. We’ll unpack what these charges could mea…

In this episode, we return to our roots and discuss the contestants vying for the Golden Bachelorette's final rose. Erin joins the fun as we rank our favorite Weirdos and Winners and hand out superlatives for Most Likely to be a Villain and Most Likely to be Problematic. Plus, Knox and Jamie come to a consensus on who is Most Likely to Become the N…

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture news, including the alleged Taylor & Travis contract leak and who could, should, and ultimately will take home an Emmy this weekend. Plus, they discuss which celebrity starlet should snag the title of the NFL’s next big WAG. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/572 Catch our …

In this episode, we’re diving into the cozy overdosey world of fall television. We’ll break down the returning shows and let you know which ones are worth sticking with, which are begging for a breakup, and which are ready for a full-on binge session. Plus, we’ll help you navigate the good, the bad, and the "why does this exist?" of the new fall ro…

In this episode, we invite our listeners to share their Nos of Getting Fired. From tales of incompetence to stories of stress-induced incontinence, these epic firings will have you laughing and cringing simultaneously. Plus, Knox and Jamie share their personal stories about firing and being fired. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandj…

In this episode, we snake-draft the most overrated fictional teachers in pop culture. Erin joins #Knox_loves_teachers and Jamie-I-Also-Went-To-School Golden to plead their case for why their pick is actually the worst teacher of all. Plus, we reminisce about our own best and worst teachers growing up. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knox…

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture including their likes and dislikes from the D23 announcements, the SNL movie, final thoughts on the Olympics, and Jamie explains the It Ends with Us Drama. Plus we make an exciting business announcement! Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/568 It’s our Birthday! Follow us! W…

In this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills of August. We discuss what you should give a shot (smooch), what you should commit to (marry), and what you should just pass on by (kill) as we kinda kiss summer goodbye. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/567 Join us for our All-Skate BirthdayUA! SMOOCH // Movie: Dìdi …

In this episode, we discuss frenemies of pop culture and examine the thin line between friend and foe. From the passey aggressy, to the quietly competitive, we take a closer look at friends who are plotting each other’s downfalls and enemies being forced to save the day together. Plus Knox educates us on wolves and whales. Relevant links: Our full …

In this episode, we hand out medals to the pop culture champions of the year. Join us on the podium to give gold to patient royals, tight ends, and rat boyfriends. Plus we confirm if Knoxtradamous struck again when the internet went down. RELEVANT LINKS: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/565 Note For the Audio: subscribe at knoxandjamie.c…

In this episode, we recap this week in pop culture including Katy Perry’s new music, celeb sightings at sporting events, and our reaction to season 3 of The Bear. Plus we work out how to properly pronounce “Wimbledon”. RELEVANT LINKS: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/564 Get it: 21 Best Books knoxandjamie.com/21bestbooks & free trial of …

In this episode, we invite you to shelter in place with us as we discuss Natural Disasters in Pop Culture. In honor of Glen Powell summer and the upcoming release of Twisters, we discuss which character tropes we’d like to share rations with and we debate which natural disasters we could and could not survive. RELEVENT LINKS: Our full show notes ar…

In this episode, we discuss replacements in pop culture. Join us as we share our favorite iconic replacements that have held a special place in our hearts and recommend replacements we can only dream of making on behalf of pop culture lovers. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/562 Substacks: Jamie | Erin | Knox Mentions: Ja…

In this sneak peek of Monday's episode on Patreon, Jamie and Erin unpack their thoughts and feelings about Bridgerton Season 3 Part 2. Then Knox and Jamie talk about what they are watching and reading right now. Plus, would a pet rat be a deal breaker? And why can't Joey the Bachelor afford an apartment? Become a Best Friend of the Show and get inc…

In this episode of The More You Know, we discuss the best game show hosts, the impending Bennifer Divorce, more Hunger Games news, and the Karen Read trial. Relevant links: Our full show notes are at knoxandjamie.com/560 Join us either in person or online (Use code FOMO40 for 40% off show) The Bachelorette Contestants HOW DO WE FEEL / / Pat Sajak R…

In this episode, we share our smooch, marry, and kills of June. We discuss what you should give a shot (smooch), what you should make a commitment to (marry), and what you should just pass on by (kill) this summer. Join us as we build our summer bucket lists, including movies you’ll want to add to your watchlist, books you’ll want to take with you …