Thanks!

Thanks to all who have enjoyed PCS! And for all the posting, emailing and other such love to encourage us to podcast again. We've decided to end PCS' run officially, but I think it's been a great ride and I'm glad you all were along for it. We couldn't resist another adventure though, so Kim and I will be starting a new distraction for you within the next two weeks. Watch out for another post about our new endeavor!

A Few Music Suggestions

Because I want to spread music joy.

Centro-matic is of the texas rock persuasion. I enjoy their harmonies and gritty texas sound. You'll know it when you hear it.

And erin and her cello... completely different, but also wonderful. Combining my favorite instrument and fantastic song themes, Erin will grab you right away. Subway Crush is like a craigslist misconnection in song form, i love it. My sister does back up for her somtimes too, so check her out!

Noooo Shia!

Darn it Shia. I was hoping you were above such antics. Kim will be upset to hear about his most recent shenanigans. Darn kids.

In other burning pop news... Ryan Seacrest was possibly bit by a tiny shark... Miley Cyrus likes 'em tall, dark and guitar wielding and Lifestyle Condoms is hoping she'll endorse their product. Shocking, I know.

ladies and gents

It's been far too long, but I was hoping that what I would write here would magically change. There have been several changes since our last podcast including one host quitting her job and suddenly moving to another city (me), nothing exciting still in WI... but the process of leaving jobs, moving and departing from our home together as hosts/roommates has gotten more than a little hectic.

At this point the future of PCS is uncertain, until we settle from moving and organize ourselves. PCS has survived many a day, but we may put Angie's baby away and start fresh... not sure yet. I wanted to keep you all up to date because we love you. I would love to continue posting on the blog in place of the podcast, so you won't be without us completely.

First official blog topic: Dr. Horrible's Sing Along Blog... it was mentioned in a comment and although you have already missed the chance to see it free, i highly suggest downloading it off of itunes. NPH (neil patrick harris) and musical lovers will be overjoyed at this fantastic creation.

Episode 91!

Surprise! 91 will fill the void of pcs til next week. Tell us your food-sex gone wrong stories!
Episode 91
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Jason Mraz
Jonathan Coulton

Episode 94!

A little slice of pop culture for you.
Episode 94
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Greg Laswell
Jesse Harris
Lex Land
MoZella

Great Googally Moogally! Tornadoes are everywhere.

Sorry guys, no new episode this week... I know, bummer major. Tornadoes are everywhere, so wish us luck here in the Midwest. We'll think of you fondly til next week.

This is my favorite recent pop culture headline: Shyamalan's 'Happening' Lacks a Sense of Direction. Damn The Village!!

Episode 93!

Kim wants us to finish off her birthday liquor and we talk about sex senior citizen style.
Episode 93
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Jason Mraz
Weezer
Jenny Owen Youngs
Jonathan Coulton

Episode 92!

It's Summer! Wait.. is it? We answer that and many other questions in this brand new pcs. Take a stroll with us while we ramble pop culture.
Episode 92
Music included on this episode of PCS:
The Builders and The Butchers
Langhorne Slim
Keren Ann
Emiliana Torrini

Episode 90!

Sometimes you just get smoted.
Episode 90
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Madonna
Adele
Brad Paisley
Kellie Pickler

Episode 89!

Hello! We are glad to be back and talkin' pop culture with you.
Episode 89
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Jason Reeves
Phantom Planet

hey there

we miss you! the last few weeks have become a mini sabbatical for us. don't worry we'll be back before you know it! make sure to keep your eye on big brother and am idol, we'd love to hear your thoughts on anything and everything pop culture... so don't be shy.

ps the premiere of the lifetime movie "lovesick: secrets of a sex addict" is on sat april 19th... and yes it is real, or as real as lifetime movies can be.

Episode 88!

Sexaholics, tangents and a mixed up episode. Have fun!
Episode 88
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Anna Waronker
Punch Brothers

Episode 87!

Bombs, fetishes and an elusive cervix. This is pop culture shock. Enjoy!
Episode 87
Music included on this episode of PCS:
The Raconteurs
Mat Kearney

Episode 86!

Horton kills at the box office, Mel and Brit have din din and we flippin love Big Brother. Enjoy our ramblings as we once again chat our favorite topics.
Episode 86
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Leona Lewis
She & Him
PS Check out Geoff/Chappy's podcast On Hold... we like it a lot.

Episode 85!

I'm on crack this week, but Kim and Nikki keep me on track. Big Brother surprises us with the first week of individual game play and the top 12 make us cringe on Idol. What's new with you? Sorry to Randi, Anon and Anna for the lack of shout out... we totally forgot to give you some props for the awesome blog talk. We will make it up to you next week.
Episode 85
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Amos Lee
The Presidents of the United States of America

Episode 84!

Brett Favre! NOOOO! We survived some bad football news and some turrible American Idol this week. Get ready to rock out. Oh and pardon the sound quality, shenanigans happened, hopefully you don't mind too much. We loved all the blog talk! Keep it up!
Episode 84
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Anya Marina
Vampire Weekend

Episode 83!

Big Brother sex house, American Idol sucks much and the Oscars! Pop Culture is our lives...
Episode 83
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Kiersten Holine
Dan Wilson

Best Contestants Yet? Please.

What's up party people? If you listen to Pop Culture Shock, you know that we have decided against a separate podcast devoted to American Idol this year. Why? Because it sucks the big one. However, we know that some of you are still curious about our opinions, so we will be dedicating a segment on PCS to both AI and Big Brother 9. We will be recording a new episode soon, but I wanted to clock our opinions before the elimination show this evening, so here they are.

Based on the first performances of the Top 24, our picks to get kicked off this evening are:
1. Luke Menard
2. Garrett Haley
3. Joanne Borgella
4. Amy Davis (yowza, if there was an AI Razzie, she wins)

Our picks for the Top 12/the people who disgust us the least:
1. Chikezie
2. Robbie Carrico
3. David Archuleta
4. Danny Noriega
5. Jason Castro
6. Michael Johns
7. Alaina Whitaker
8. Brook White
9. Alexandrea Lushington
10. Kady Malloy
11. Asia'h Epperson
12. Ramiele Malubay

You'll notice we don't always agree with the judges, especially dinosaur/turtle face Paula. But we love a discussion, so post! ---Kim

Episode 82!

What's up party people? We are jealous of those living in above zero temperatures, but have fun as always chatting pop culture.
Episode 82
Music included on this episode of PCS:
The Puppini Sisters
Cat Power
Yael Naim
Jonathan Coulton!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Dear Listeners,

We love you all and hope you have wonderful Valentine's Days! If you were here we'd all give you a big smooch. We have a new podcast ready and recorded, but we're over our memory quota and won't be able to post the new episode until the 16th :( bummer major.

XXooXxxOOX,
Laura, Kim and Nikki

Episode 81!

Nikki's having vibrator issues, Kim is thrilled about the Super Bowl outcome and I am on crack or just delirious. We have fun and so should you, enjoy!
Episode 80
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Sackcloth In Ashes by Small Leaks Sink Ships
Mother Mother by Tracy Bonham
Whether You Fall by Tracy Bonham

Episode 80!

Here's a little pop culture for you!
Episode 80
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Heard It All Before by Meiko
Black Hand Blues by Jolie Holland
Already Over by Rie Sinclair
Intelligentactile 101 by Jesca Hoop
Selections from The Body, The Blood, The Machine by The Thermals

Episode 79!

This week is full on nominees and sadness, we try and keep up beat after a terrible Packer loss. Hopefully a little pop culture chat will relieve a little stress. Enjoy!
Episode 79
Music included on this episode of PCS:
Snow is No Fun At All by Danny Daughtridge Trio
The Way You Move by Outkast
She Works Hard for the Money by Donna Summer
I Wish I Could Go Back to College by Avenue Q
Addicted by Simple Plan
See You At the Oscars by Nathan Timothy

Life Story by The Brendan Hines
Forever by Catherine Feeny
Through Any Window by Wisely
It's Only Life by Kate Voegele

27 Jennifers by Mike Doughty
Rhythm and Soul by Spoon
Cry by Dan Wilson
Let's Get Crazy by Limbeck

Episode 78!

We're back! Enjoy some recap of 2007 and what to expect in 2008... we still love pop culture and hope you enjoy the show!
Episode 78