Perspectives of Pop Culture

S2 EP 75: We are back like Simone Biles

Summary Linds and Justin discuss various topics, including their recent experiences, Love Island, tattoos, and the Olympics. They touch on the challenges of remote recording and the importance of clear communication. Linds shares her love for Love Island and highlights her favorite contestants. Justin talks about getting a tattoo with his partner's handwriting and praises Simone Biles' performance in the Olympics. They also discuss the controversy surrounding Simone Biles' response to a fellow gymnast's comments. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including the threats faced by athletes like Simone Biles, the rise of internet trolls, a terrorist plot targeting a Taylor Swift concert, the disappointing finales of TV shows 'House of the Dragon' and 'The Bear,' and the success of the movie 'Deadpool Wolverine.' They also mention the celebrity guests at Charlie XCX's birthday party and express their admiration for Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively. The conversation ends with a promise to provide more regular content in the future.

S2 EP 74: Bieber’s Billionaire

Summary In this conversation, Lindsay and Justin discuss their experiences over the 4th of July weekend. Lindsay talks about her sober 4th of July and feeling seasick on a boat trip. Justin shares his disappointment about a canceled DJ gig and his wife's trip to North Dakota. They also talk about their recent purchases and Lindsay's homemade jam. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss Taylor Swift's surprise song mashup for Travis Kelce, the trend of chunky pearl jewelry, and Olivia Culpo's wedding dress controversy. They also talk about Justin Bieber performing at a billionaire's pre-wedding ceremony in India. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss Justin Bieber's performance at a billionaire's wedding, Margot Robbie's pregnancy, Kendrick Lamar's music video, and the TV show 'The Lost Kitchen'. They also mention the Copa America semi-finals and their upcoming summer break.

S2 EP 73: WE ARE UPSET

In this episode, Lindsay and Justin discuss their struggles with finding new clothes and the challenges of budgeting. They explore different options for shopping, such as Rent the Runway and Nuuly, and share their experiences with selling or donating clothes. They also touch on the difficulties of defining personal style and the limited options for men's fashion. The conversation takes a turn towards a discussion of the current political climate and the frustrations with the choices for the upcoming election. They end on a lighter note, sharing their trends of the week: t-shirts with bikini tops and the concept of 'raw dogging' on flights. In this part of the conversation, Justin and Linds discuss various topics, including the habit of downloading content for flights, raw dogging (not using headphones), and the resurgence of certain celebrities. They also talk about Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet being spotted together after a long time, the viral video of the girl saying 'haktua' in an interview, and her subsequent appearance on a podcast. The conversation touches on personal branding, community branding, and the impact of social media. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the viral TikTok video of the girl quitting her job, the BET Awards, the TV shows House of Dragon and The Bear, and sports news including Clay Thompson leaving the Golden State Warriors and Jason Tatum's contract extension with the Boston Celtics. They also express their frustration with the script of the movie The Family Affair and discuss the high salaries of athletes compared to other professions.

S2 EP 72: Travis Kelce makes his stage debut

Summary In this episode, Lindsay and Justin discuss various topics, including Lindsay's DIY dresser project, Justin's DJ gig at a wedding, and their aspirations for future endeavors. They also touch on the concept of pride and love during Pride Month. Lindsay talks about her Cookbook Club and the preparations involved in organizing the monthly event. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with humor. Taylor Swift's recent concerts in London made headlines as she performed in front of 90,000 fans each night and brought out her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, on stage. This marked the first time she publicly acknowledged a boyfriend during a performance. The couple's appearance together sparked engagement rumors. Taylor also posted a selfie with Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Travis, further fueling speculation. In other Taylor Swift news, she collaborated with Gracie Abrams on a song called 'Us' and shared behind-the-scenes videos of their writing process. Travis Kelce also spoke about his relationship with Taylor in a podcast, expressing his support and pride for her. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including the Kendrick Lamar Juneteenth concert, Paris Fashion Week, Bridgerton, and sports news. They share their thoughts on the concert, the themes of the Vogue show, and the love stories in Bridgerton. They also mention the release of new shows like The Bear and The Summer I Turned Pretty. The conversation ends with the hosts expressing their love for the listeners and wishing them a happy July and the end of Pride Month.

S2 EP 71: Not every day can be a slay

In this episode, Lindsay and Justin discuss their fashion flops, their real jobs, and the support they receive on social media. They also talk about their weekends, including hanging out with friends, realizing the need for change, and spending time with a baby. The conversation then shifts to their future plans, including Lindsay's involvement in Gonzo's chiropractic practice and the challenges of being organized. They also mention the importance of setting boundaries and the need for support from their team.