Popculturology • Deep SNL Thoughts
Lady Gaga sings, dances and summons the angry gods of Friendly’s
The ‘SNL’ writers turned in some off-the-wall sketches this episode, making up for last week’s Shane Gillis dud.
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Snackology • Thoughts for Food
It’s a belated celebration with Birthday Cake Golden Oreos
Oreo turned 113 years old this week, bringing an old favorite back for the party.
Popculturology • Friday Newsletter
‘Mickey 17’ is a mean-spirited adaptation
If you’re a fan of the book, expect to be disappointed. PLUS: My thoughts on ‘Daredevil: Born Again,’ a behind-the-scenes look at ‘Andor,’ and why not just let Christopher Nolan take the reins of Amazon’s ‘James Bond’ reboot?
From the Editor
A note from Bill
Some thoughts on the launch of The Omnicosm
Popculturology • The Box Office Report
‘Captain America: Brave New World’ leads a quiet Oscars weekend
While the Oscars celebrated the movies of 2024, moviegoers skipped theaters the first weekend of March 2025.
Popculturology • Special Edition
‘Anora’ snags major Oscar wins for Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actress
The Sean Baker-directed film also took home Best Original Screenplay and Best Editing while Mikey Madison scored an upset victory over Demi Moore.
Popculturology • Deep SNL Thoughts
With Shane Gillis hosting, ‘SNL’ saves the good stuff for Lady Gaga
Lorne Michaels is messing with us, right?
Popculturology • The Monthly
The Monthly February 2025
Three things to know. Two trailers to watch. One article to read. Here’s what you need to know for this month.
Popculturology • Friday Newsletter
‘Andor’ Season 2 trailer premieres while rumors swirl around Lucasfilm boss
It was a big week in ‘Star Wars’ news. PLUS: Amazon’s ‘Bond’ move leaves Hollywood shaken and stirred, the ‘Barney’ film gets an update, and Zendaya joins ‘Shrek 5.’
Popculturology • The Box Office Report
‘Captain America: Brave New World’ meekly wins the weekend
After a soft opening, the fourth ‘Captain America’ movie is already showing signs of a sputtering MCU.
Snackology • Thoughts for Food
I got brain freeze trying both Girl Scouts Thin Mints Frosty flavors for you
Wendy’s and the Girl Scouts are celebrating cookie season with TWO new versions of the Frosty.
Popculturology
It’s the 300th edition of Popculturology!
Let’s kick off this milestone newsletter with James Bond news. PLUS: Our first look at Nolan’s ‘Odyssey,’ ‘The Last of Us’ gets a premiere date, and Ben Affleck is ready to crunch the numbers again.