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Culture ShockedPineapple Express (Second Annual Stoner Movie)NEW EPISODE COMING YOUR WAY! GRAB ANYTHING WE MAY NEED...SNACKS...FOOD...GRANOLAS....Today, the guys sat down to do their second annual stoner movie, for this holiest of holidays. They decided on one of their all time favorites, Pineapple Express. There is only one problem! In true, blue, stoner fashion? They accidentally skipped a year......I know...way to live up to the stereotype!!! So this is technically their "semi-annual" series. Where does this one fall on their Mount Rushmore of stoner comedies? Why does Craig Ro...
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Culture ShockedMike's Music Block: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2026 NomineesIn the first ever Mike's Music Block, a bi-weekly bonus episode dedicated to music and music news, the guys got together to discuss an array of topics. Jack Black Mouth Solo-ing, Bowling For Soup and of course, music news. The biggest news of course is who The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced as their 2026 nominees. Stay after the episode for a nice little surprise we promise you won't forget.Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the s...
2026-03-0341 minCulture ShockedNFL Pick Em Wrapup And Playoff PredictionsThe NFL season has come to a close. And the guys have made their choices all year. Who came out on top? Did Mike claw his way back? Did Adrian overtake the lead right at the end? Or did Corey win for the second year in a row? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a friend way...don't be weird!!!...
2026-01-1643 minCulture ShockedA Look At 2026, What Are We Excited About?That's a wrap on 2025! Now we are heading into 2026. And there are so many exciting movies, video games and shows coming at us this year! So come hear what the guys are excited about and what they don't really for. Is there enough horror for Adrian? Is Mike even excited about Avengers Doomsday? And how many books made into movies is Corey excited for this year? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would p...
2026-01-141h 53Culture ShockedFrankenstein (2025)In seeking a new episode...we found a masterpiece!Today, the guys get together to discuss the newest and arguably most briliant movie from acclaimed director, Guillermo Del Toro. Frankenstein! What did Mike think about this movie outside of his typical interests? How does this movie compare to Del Toro's other masterpieces of cinema? What do the protentious critics on Rotten Tomatoes have to say about it? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you...
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Culture ShockedMad World - Filthy AnimalsPlease enjoy the Filthy Animals first song, the cover of Mad World. With an inspiration from Gary Jules' version, making it more up beat, it turned out to sound like a fun cross over between the original by Tears for Fears and Gary Jules.Mike Craig on the vocals (Co-Host of Culture Shocked Podcast)Ben Milliron, the genius behind all the music except...Kyle Hoffman with the pianoClick here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials...
2025-11-1603 minCulture ShockedGood Idea/Bad Idea (Hocus Pocus)Happy Early Halloween you virgins!!! Grab your black flame candles and meet us in the forbidden forest...it's time to call the Sanderson Sisters!Today, the guys got together to talk about one of the most nostalgic Halloween movies from their childhood. And one......unnecessary remake?!?! Did Mike enjoy his second watch through of the sequel? Will Adrian get past his love for slashers for one night and open up his heart to a cheesy, spooky movie? Why does Corey hate Roombas so much? Find out all of that and more, right here!
2025-10-291h 04Culture ShockedBad Movies: Winnie The Pooh: Blood And Honey 2The wonderful thing about Tiggers...is Tiggers are wonderful things! Tops are made out of rubber...their bottoms are made out of springs!Their Stabby, Slashy, Angry, Murdery...Kill Kill Kill, Kill, Kill!But the most woderful thing about Tiggers...is nothing B!@ch!!!!!Today, the guys got together to talk about a sequel to a movie that needs no introduction. A movie that transcends all other B Horror movies on the market. One that stars......Winnie The Pooh?!?! Will Mike like this on...
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Your Dark Companion PodcastWelcome to the Back of the Bus | Craig Way & Erin HartiganRecorded live from the backroom at Dudley’s on Henderson, Mike Rhyner sits down with Texas sports legend Craig Way and dynamic broadcaster Erin Hartigan for a lively trip through the roads (and backroads) of sports media. From high-school press boxes to national broadcasts, tequila at weddings to the creation of “The Ticket,” this episode is a masterclass in how passion, timing, and a little chaos can build a career.
The trio swap stories about reinvention, mentorship, the “media meal” era, and the moments that shaped their love of the game — and each other’s respect. It’s part nostalgia...
2025-09-261h 03Culture ShockedNFL Week 1 Picks (2025 Season)It's that time of year again. The beer is flowing...the cornhole is cornholing...AND FOOTBALL IS BACK!!! Last year, Corey took the win by just one game over Adrian. It all came down to the last game of the season and they had separate picks. It was intense! Also...Mike was there...This year, they start at zero and fight it out all season yet again. Can Corey pull it off two years in a row? Will Adrian ever get over picking the Vikings? Will Mike pick the C...
2025-09-0658 minCulture ShockedFantastic Four Movies (2005 And 2015)Sometimes Marvel got it right....and then....there were the other times....Today, the guys got together and talked about the first two attempts at the "First Family". Fantastic Four (2005) and the reboot in 2015. They also sprinkled in a bit of the Silver Surfer from 2007, just because! Are they excited for the newest attempt at the FF? Did Mike enjoy his first watch of the reboot? And which one did Adrian say was his favorite? Find out all of that and more< >Click here to send us a message! Support the...
2025-07-241h 15Culture ShockedHow To Train Your Dragon (2025 Remake Review)This podcast...this is Culture Shocked. It's not like alot of other podcasts. Most podcasts have facts and fictions...but us?!?! We have Morons!Today, Corey and Mike get together to let their child side out a little bit. They are talking about the newest and possibly best?? Live action remake of all time. How To Train Your Dragon. In this world today, we are in no shortage of remakes and re-imaginings. So where does this one belong on that list? Did Corey cry in the theater? Why does Adrian suck? Find out all...
2025-07-021h 11Culture ShockedXbox 360We talked about the PS1 and PS2. Now it's time to give, arguably, the best Microsoft system some love...the Xbox 360!Today, join the guys as they do a deep dive into the Xbox 360 and all of their favorite games from that era. Do any of them prefer it to the PS3? What are their favorite games for the system? How many achievements will Mike get during the episode? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the show...
2025-05-071h 05Culture ShockedA Minecraft Movie ReviewHey everyone!!! Grab your Flint and Steel and come with us to the Nether....WE'RE COMIN' IN HOT!!!!Today, join Mike and Corey as they give their thoughts on one of the hottest cinematic events of the year...A Minecraft Movie! Did this make them want to play the games more? Did this movie make them want to chill with the Villagers? Or were they left in The Nether to be eaten by piglins? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! ...
2025-04-231h 06Culture ShockedStand Up Comedy 2: Electric BoogalooWelcome to the 2nd annual "Culture Shocked April Fools Day Stand Up Comedy Extravaganza".....We...may have to shorten that up a bit!Today, join the guys as they, again, tell you their absolute love for an under appreciated art form...Stand Up Comedy. Which specials did they watch this year? How was Bill Burr's newest special? Does Mike finally get it? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us...
2025-04-0356 minCulture ShockedNovocaine (Movie Review)***SPOILER MOVIE REVIEW***Today, the guys got together to talk about one of the funniest movies to come out so far this year...Novocaine! Starring the up and very quickly rising star, Jack Quaid. Did all the guys like it? How many movies has Mike seen in theaters this year? Why is it only 2? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you...
2025-03-191h 06Culture ShockedEurotrip / The ReplacementsIn this double feature, the guys got together to honor both Michelle Trachtenberg and Gene Hackman who both passed away late February. Michell Trachtenberg who is mostly known for her roles as Harriet the Spy, Dawn Summers from Buffy, Georgina Sparks in Gossip Girl and of course, Jenny from Eurotrip. Gene Hackman who is known for so many things, but possibly most notably as Lex Luthor in the Christopher Reeve's Superman films. Not to mention the two movies he won an Oscar for The French Connection (Best Actor) and Unforgiven (Best Supporting Actor).Come enjoy a fun...
2025-03-121h 28Culture ShockedCompanion (Movie Review)***SPOILER REVIEW***Listeners Wake Up....and check out our newest movie review!Today, the guys got together to talk about arguably, the best movie of 2025 so far. Companion, starring Jack Quaid and Sophie Thatcher. With both of these stars on the rise in Hollywood, how was their chemistry in this one? Which twist was your favorite? What was Mike's favorite part? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would...
2025-02-261h 09Culture ShockedBad Movies: Daredevil (2003)This movie was a......Bullseye!!!! Or was it?!Today, the guys are adding yet another one to their "Bad Movies" list with, arguably, the most widely criticized superhero flick out there. Daredevil from 2003, starring Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner. Where did this one land on their lists? Why is Corey so mad about the soundtrack? Did Mike and Adrian like this movie more than the Marvel guy? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you...
2025-02-1256 minCulture ShockedA Look At 2025, What Are We Excited About?Today, step into the Borderlands with us...and pull out your Ironheart...I'm gonna teach you How To Train Your Dragon...it's a Brave New World...It is officially 2025! There are a ton of great movies, tv shows and video games coming out this year. So the guys got together to talk about what they're excited for. Why is Mike going to see Moana 2, instead of Wicked? Which Marvel movie is Corey the most excited for? Is Adrian actually saying good things about the Saw franchise??? Find out all of that and more, right here!...
2025-01-221h 49Culture ShockedNFL Week 18 PredictionsThis is it folks. We have gone all season predicting the outcome of each game (except 1 Thursday night game...oopsie). Here are the records going into the final week of the season....1st Place - Corey - 167-872nd Place - Adrian - 166-883rd Place - Mike - 160-94We have decided what the winner gets and we have decided on a punishment for the loser. Now to just see how this week plays out and we will announce all of that shortly after!Click here to send us a...
2025-01-0418 minCulture ShockedDie Hard (Is It A Christmas Movie?)There is one great debate heard all over the world every single holiday season. Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? And now, finally, the moment...a few of you...have been waiting for! Our opinion on the subject!How many of the guys consider this a Christmas movie? Where do they rank it as an action movie all around? What do you mean Mike hasn't seen Terminator, T2, Predator or Aliens??? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf...
2024-12-311h 07Culture ShockedDirector Spotlight: David Fincher (Part 2)Before M. Night got his mitts on the "mind blowing twist" category of movie making...there was David Fincher. A man who does it, in our opinion, so much more effectively.From 2002's Panic Room to 2023's The Killer, the guys finish their Fincher Director Spotlight by discussing his movies made after 1999. From Serial Killers to crazy jolted lovers to young billionaire moguls, Fincher movies in the 2000s and on had it all! By the end of the episode, Mike makes everyone rank the Fincher movies they've seen from best to worst. Click here for the shenanigans. ...
2024-12-041h 47Culture ShockedDirector Spotlight: David Fincher (Part 1)Before M. Night got his mitts on the "mind blowing twist" category of movie making...there was David Fincher. A man who does it, in our opinion, so much more effectively. Listen to the guys, as they give their opinion on the 90's era of his films and why they love so many of them. What is Mike's small nit picks with Se7en? Why did Corey and Adrian hate Brad Pitt so much when they were kids? And of course...WHAT'S IN THE BOX?!?! Find out all of that and more, right here!Click h...
2024-11-271h 34Culture ShockedAgatha All Along Review**Spoiler Heavy Episode**In today's episode, Culture Shocked talks about their first ever Disney+ Marvel show, Agatha All Along, and imagine that...Adrian somehow missed it. Coincidence? I think not!Join Corey and Mike as they discuss if the show worked for them? How they felt about the relationships in the show? And just how perfect Aubrey Plaza is in her role. They also both give their rankings of MCU Disney+ Shows. Spoiler: Mike's isn't very long! Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you w...
2024-11-1351 minCulture ShockedO.G. vs Remake (Nightmare On Elm Street)In a series we are calling "Good Idea/Bad Idea" the guys are taking an original property and comparing it to a really bad sequel or remake. In this case, they are of course talking about one of the greatest horror movies ever made, Nightmare On Elm Street (1984). And they are comparing it to the remake in 2010, With Jackie Earl Haley taking up the mantle of Freddy Krueger. "Oooooh, sounds like fun"How does the remake compare to the original? Did they change Freddy too much for the remake? And why is Mike so angry about it...
2024-10-311h 27Culture ShockedBad Movies: Winnie The Pooh: Blood and HoneyWe are adding yet another movie to our "Bad Movies" list. What do I have to say after seeing this one, you ask?.....Oh Bother!!!When the IP for Winnie the Pooh went public in 2022, One man decided to jump on that and make a movie so wholesome and family friendly...that we just had to cover it. We are talking of course, about Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey! Where does this movie go on the guys' lists? Did Winnie the Pooh get to say his signature catch phrase in the movie? Why is A...
2024-10-161h 01Culture ShockedJoker: Folie à Deux Review (Spoilers!)If you listen to this episode before you've had a chance to watch the second Joker movie and have it spoiled for you...then you get what you f***ing deserve!Today the guys got together to discuss the newest comic book movie, Joker: Folie à Deux. With the massive success of the first Joker, Corey and Adrian finally got Mike to watch it to prepare for this episode. Did Mike like the first one? Who liked Folie à Deux the most and who liked it the least? Is Todd Philips an accidental genius? In the eyes of the gu...
2024-10-111h 05Culture ShockedIt's Always Sunny In Philadelphia: Season 6In a new twist, the guys have decided to attempt a shorter episode format. Due to this, they only discussed Season 6 of Sunny in this episode. What was everyone's favorite episode? And why is it Who Got Dee Pregnant? Is this the strongest season so far? Could Dennis possibly get any worse? Is Mike still as into the show as the others? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the s...
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The Struggle BubbleNavigating the Waters of Sports and Career w/Mike DonohueIn this episode, Chad and Craig welcome Mike Donohue, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at GupShop, who shares his journey from competitive rowing to sailing and his experiences on the men's national rowing team. Mike discusses the importance of trying new things, the challenges of competitive sports, and the balance between pursuing athletic passions and career aspirations. He emphasizes the value of mentorship, hard work, and the mindset needed to succeed in both sports and professional life.Support the showHelp support our podcast by subscribing on YouTube, Apple Music, and...
2024-09-1843 minCulture ShockedBeetlejuice Beetlejuice ReviewHis name is already there twice now. So I probably shouldn't type it again....right?.....With Corey taking a trip to the afterlife, Adrian and Mike got together to talk about the newest legacy sequel that everyone is talking about...Beetlejuice Beetlejuice! Was this the first time Mike had seen the original? Does Adrian like this movie more than he liked Ghostbusters: Afterlife? Will Corey ever make it back to the land of the living? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the...
2024-09-1352 minCulture ShockedFantasy Football Draft 2024It is time for our annual fantasy football draft bonus episode! Who will Corey take number one overall? Is Adrian brave enough to pick Ladd McConkey? Was the auto-draft doing a better job for Mike, before he took over? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a friend way...don't be weird!!!Please go rate and review us anywhere y...
2024-09-071h 42Culture ShockedNFL Season Predictions 2024ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL?!?!?! Well...American football I mean...Because in other countries, football means soccer...and here...soccer is soccer.....soooooo......With the season starting soon, the guys wanted to get together and make their predictions for the upcoming NFL season. They will probably make some bold...and some VERY wrong claims. Do Corey and Adrian believe in the Steelers this year? Is Jordan Love finally good enough for Mike's love? Will Rodgers play at least 5 snaps this year before injuring himself all season? Find out all of that and more, right here!
2024-09-042h 04Culture ShockedDeNiro Double FeatureThis episode is going to "Make You" laugh...We're going on a "Midnight Run"...To find some..."Goodfellas"......Okay, Okay...enough of the clever word play!!! Today, the guys get together to do another double feature. This time focusing on two classics from the very talented Robert DeNiro. Midnight Run and Goodfellas! Did Corey and Adrian enjoy 'Midnight Run'? Did Mike fall in love with the charismatic 'Goodfellas'? Who exactly is "Mosley"? Find out all of that and more, right here!!!Click here to send us a message! Support t...
2024-08-151h 13Culture ShockedDeadpool & Wolverine (Spoilers!)FINALLY!!!In today's episode, the guys got together to talk about possibly the best movie of the year. That's right, Hugh Reynolds and Ryan Jackman finally teamed up to do a Deadpool and Wolverine movie! Wait... that can't be right...anyway! Did one of the biggest Marvel critics, Adrian enjoy this movie? Did one of the biggest Deadpool fans, Mike, and one of Marvel's biggest egg plant suckers, Corey have any issues with this movie? How excited were the guys to finally see Wolverine in his true comic book costume? Find that out and more h...
2024-07-312h 10Culture ShockedGodzilla Minus OneIn today's episode, the guys got together to talk about the Cinderella Story of the Oscars. A movie that won the award for Best Visual Effects, on just a $15 million dollar budget…Godzilla Minus One. Not only were the visual effects amazing, but the story, score and acting are as well.Does Mike think this movie deserved the Oscar for Best Visual Effects? Also, can he pronounce any of the character names correctly, other than Godzilla? Did Adrian give this movie the credit it deserves or was he his usual, cynical self? Did the fact that Godzilla wa...
2024-07-101h 33Culture ShockedJune 2024 Pop Culture NewsEXTRA, EXTRA…READ ALL ABOUT IT!…well very little reading….actually basically none!We are over 170 episodes in, and Mike and Adrian finally did one by themselves. Is it as chaotic as the guys always thought it would be? Or did this episode manage to stay on topic? Today, they go over some of the games they are excited for that were shown during the 2024 Xbox Showcase, Taylor Swift and her Pop Tarts, Deadpool and Wolverine, and why Justin Bieber totally knows more about Rap music than Eminem.Click here to send us a message! S...
2024-06-191h 34Culture ShockedActor Spotlight: Ryan ReynoldsWe're not gonna tell you who we had to fondle to get this episode made...But it rhymes with Pike!Yes, it's time for yet another Actor Spotlight and it was Mike's turn to pick. So we went with his one true love! The man in which all of us would change genders and/or sexual orientations to be with! Ryan Rodney Reynolds! What are they guys' favorite movies in his filmography? Will Mike get to gush enough to satisfy his lust? Was Adrian's suit green and animated? Find out all of that and more, right here!
2024-06-122h 31Culture ShockedIF Movie ReviewKEITH!!!!!!Today, join Mike and Corey as they share their opinion of the newest Ryan Reynolds film, IF. Did they like this movie? Is it really as whimsical as the trailers made it look? Or is there a dark side to this one? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a friend way...don't be weird!!!Please go rate...
2024-05-2258 minCulture ShockedFallout (Prime Video Series)With the epic success of Amazon's new series, Fallout. Corey and Mike decided to get together and share their thoughts on the show. What are some of their favorite moments from the show? How long do we have to wait for season 2? Are the guys major Fallout fans or total noobs? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a friend way...don't be...
2024-05-151h 17Culture ShockedHalf Baked (First Annual Stoner Movie)"When life is hard...I pick up that card...With the smiley face...Call him over to my place"-Sir Smokes-A-lotIn honor of the hungriest holiday of the year, 4/20, the guys got together to talk about one of the godfathers of stoner comedies. Half Baked! Was this a first time watch for Mike? Can the guys keep it together talking about this one? How does Corey's little "experiment" go as the episode progresses? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the...
2024-05-011h 14Culture ShockedIt's Always Sunny in Philadelphia: S4 & 5Much like the gang in It's Always Sunny, the guys of Culture Shocked's plans never seem to work the way they want them to. This is why you're getting the next installment of their Sunny episodes 8 months later!! It is also why they only talked about two seasons instead of three like they originally planned. Has Mike's opinion on his favorite character changed after another 2 seasons? What are some of the funniest moments from Seasons 4 and 5 that the guys absolutely loved? Does Corey do a great Frank impersonation? Find out right here!Click here to send us a...
2024-04-261h 59Culture ShockedStand Up ComedyKnock Knock...(who's there?)...................Did you really think I was gonna do a knock knock joke in the description?!Today, the guys get together and talk about one of the most under appreciated forms of entertainment...stand up comedy! Corey and Adrian grew up with it and Mike is a bit of a rookie in the field. But they made him watch a bunch...does he get the appeal now? Who is on their Mount Rushmore of comedians? Will the research department finally nail it this time? Find out all of that and more, right here!
2024-04-172h 13Culture ShockedOff The Top: Pop Culture NewsEXTREY EXTREY...READ ALL ABOUT IT!!!Today, Corey and Mike got together to talk about some hot pop culture topics in the news lately. Call it an "Off The Top: News" addition if you will?! Seriously....will you call it that?!...Please?!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a friend way...don't be weird!!!Please go rate and review us anywhere you get your podcasts...
2024-03-221h 14Culture ShockedThe Boondock Saints & Boondock Saints II: All Saints DayIn today’s episode, the guys decided to start a new series they’re calling ‘Good Movie/Bad movie’. They’re going to take a series of movies that are known to have a good original and bad sequels and talk about them.With St. Patrick's Day just passing us by, the guys decided to do The Boondock Saints. It's no secret that Mike is a huge Boondock Saints fan, but does he love the sequel as well? How did Adrian feel about these movies? How many times is the word “Fu##” said in the first movie? Find all of th...
2024-03-191h 51Culture ShockedActor/Director Spotlight: Kevin SmithI know...I know...you aren't even supposed to be here today!!! Today, the guys talk about their favorite silent protagonist to ever be in the movie industry...Kevin Smith! How many of his movies has Mike actually seen? Is Adrian as angry about the Askewniverse as he is the MCU? Does Corey love everything Kevin Smith has ever done? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We w...
2024-02-201h 35Culture ShockedSuper Bowl LVIIIWith Super Bowl LVIII coming up this Sunday, the guys got together on YouTube to do a livestream of their predictions for the Super Bowl and their thoughts on another wild season of football. As the 2023 NFL Season comes to an end, the guys talked about who they think will win, who they think may end up being the Super Bowl MVP, and of course their hopes for their respective teams moving forward. Does Mike think the NFL is scripted, and why is he wearing a Steelers shirt? Click here to send us a message! S...
2024-02-072h 01Culture ShockedJust Chattin'Sometimes when these guys get together...they have absolutely no plan at all!!! This is one of those times.Near the end Mike goes through some Oscar nominees and Corey and Adrian pick who they think will win. But this was recorded before the official list of nominees was announced...Sorry Margot and Greta...you deserve better!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a friend way...don't be weird!!!
2024-01-2654 minCulture ShockedNFL Playoffs Prediction LivestreamAt the end of the NFL season, the guys got together to give their "expert" advice on how each of the 14 teams will do. They make their predictions on the winners...the losers...and they make some bold predictions. Mostly Mike on that last one! Can they stay unbiased with their teams? Who do they think is actually the strongest team in the playoffs? What in the world is Mike talking about with the Chiefs/ Dolphins game??? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! S...
2024-01-162h 01Culture ShockedOff The Top (What Does 2024 Have To Offer?)Games and Movies and Streaming...Oh My!!!!Today, the guys get together to talk about what movies, video games and tv they are excited for in 2024. What are they looking forward to the most? Is this year going to offer better movies than 2023 did? Is Mike even excited for Deadpool 3 anymore? Find out all of that and more, right here!!!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a friend way...
2024-01-101h 38Culture ShockedChristmas VacationWhere do you think you're going? Nobody's leaving. Nobody's walking out on this fun, old-fashioned family Christmas. No, no. We're all in this together. This is a full-blown, four-alarm holiday emergency here. We're going to give you the hap-hap-happiest Christmas Podcast episode since Culture Shocked's Christmas episode last year!It was bound to happen. Over two years worth of content, the guys would eventually get together to discuss one of Corey's most hated movies. So the guys unofficially started a series that they've talked about for a while where Corey goes back and watches movies he once...
2024-01-021h 44Culture ShockedMarvel's Spider-Man 2We've got Kravens and Spideys and Venoms...Oh My!!!Today, the guys get together to finally talk about the newest installment in the Spider-Man series...Spider-Man 2...Technically 3...These timelines are confusing!Where does this one rank in the series so far? What took Mike so long to finish it? Who is cooler?...Bully Maguire or Bully Lowenthal? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would...
2023-12-191h 28Culture ShockedBad Movies: Blade TrinityThis...Movie......Sucks!!! Get it?!....like vampires.....and sucking blood.......Nevermind!Today, the guys get together to discuss one of the biggest flops in movie history...Blade Trinity. Between Wesley Snipes not wanting to even be there, the atrocious dialog and the even worse directing?! This movie was destined to fail from the start. Did any of the guys enjoy it? Where does it rank on their list of "Bad Movies"? Is Mike about to say something bad about a Ryan Reynolds movie? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click h...
2023-12-051h 03Culture ShockedPlanes, Trains and AutomobilesGet your hands out from between your pillows and check out this new episode!!!Today, Corey and Mike get together to talk about one of their favorite films of all time...Planes, Trains and Automobiles. When it comes to Thanksgiving themed movies...it's a short list. But this one seems to reign supreme over all of them. Can the guys stay on track in this one? Do they even like any other Thanksgiving movies? Is Del secretly a notorious serial killer, yet to be caught? Find out all of that and more, right here!
2023-11-231h 20Culture ShockedDirector Spotlight: Christopher NolanEvery episode of this podcast has three parts...The pledge...The turn...And the prestige!Are you listening closely?!Today, the guys get together and talk about, arguably, the best director working today...Christopher Nolan! They talk about all 12 movies he has directed and where Corey has them on his list.How many of his films has Mike seen? Will Adrian say anything negative about this man? Is 'The Dark Knight' at the top of Corey's list??? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here...
2023-11-142h 23Culture ShockedSony's Spider-Man GamesDoes Spider-Man do whatever a spider can??? You may find the answers here...but probably not!With Spider-Man 2 coming out (now already available) the guys decided to get together and talk about the first two installments. Spider-Man and the follow up, Miles Morales. Why did Mike buy Miles Morales on day one and never play it? Why are they talking about a half horse, half man version of our favorite web slinger? And which one of the guys does the best Chad Kroeger impression? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here t...
2023-10-241h 41Culture ShockedJohn Carpenter Double FeatureWhat began as a conversation where Adrian was gushing about "The Thing", it was quickly realized that Mike had never seen it, and that Adrian had never seen John Carpenter's "They Live" So, for spooky season, the guys decided to do a John Carpenter Double Feature where they talk about both "The Thing" and "They Live".As a life long fan of "They Live", did Mike enjoy "The Thing" more? Did Adrian enjoy "They Live" more? What are Corey's feelings and opinions on both movies? Annnd perhaps the most important question...what is up with that bass l...
2023-10-171h 38Culture ShockedFriday The 13thWho wants to go camping? Ki Ki Ki...Ma Ma Ma.......Nevermind!We have a rare Friday the 13th happening in October this year. So the guys decided to get together and talk about one of the most terrifying horror icons out there...Jason Vorhees! How many of the movies in this franchise has Mike actually seen? Where do Corey and Adrian rank all 12 entries? Why is RV guy so happy? Find all of that out and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf...
2023-10-131h 21Culture ShockedBad Movies: Jason X (2001)As spooky season is upon us, the guys decided for their next Bad Movie, they would talk about what is considered one of the worst installments in the Friday the 13th Franchise, Jason X.We are in the future, in space, with horny students, and Jason Voorhees. What could possibly go wrong? Is this a guilty pleasure for any of the three co-hosts? How is it possible that this is the only installment in the franchise that Mike has watched from start to finish. Does it still hold up as a fun, enjoyable movie for Adrian? And...
2023-10-101h 20Culture ShockedMCU Infinity Saga Tier List (Phase 3)Today the guys finish their MCU Tier List with Phase 3.What is Mike's problem with Civil War? Was Guardians Vol. 2 as good as Vol. 1? How did the guys feel about Tom Holland's first outing as Spider-Man? We know what you truly care about, and that is where do the guys rank Infinity War, and Endgame? It's simple, click here to find out!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a f...
2023-10-031h 18Culture ShockedBad Movies: Batman & Robin (1997)Adrian's joke has gone on long enough about how good this movie is right? Well click here and find out if it's been a joke all along, or if Adrian truly loves this film. On this bonus release for Batman Day, the guys get together to discuss the second film in the Schumacher saga. The film that drove WB to stay far away from any type of live action Batman over a decade. With this being the third installment in the series of Bad Movies, did the guys enjoy it like the other two for how bad it was...
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Pivot2FirstEpisode 26: Craig Fisher on Hiring Humans in the Age of AICraig, Mike and David covers various topics related to recruiting, including the importance of understanding the candidate experience, the value of empathy mapping to undersstand candidates better, and the need for effective team structure and budget allocation in recruiting teams. Craig also discuss the power of grassroots marketing and the importance of not overlooking traditional marketing methods when looking for talent.
Learn more about and buy Craig's new book at www.hiring-humans.comSpecial Guest: Craig Fisher.
2023-09-1443 minCulture ShockedPlayStation (Part 2)They couldn't get all of their thoughts out in one episode...imagine that!Today the guys finish their discussion on the PS1 and what was so great about it. Also...they talk about other stuff...They're so bad with focusing! Which games still hold up? Do Corey and Adrian like all of the same games? What is up with Mike's top 3? Find out all of that and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials...
2023-09-1258 minCulture ShockedFantasy Football Draft 2023So today the guys decided to try something different and attempt their first ever livestream on YouTube with their yearly fantasy football draft! Join the guys as they make their picks for the upcoming season and answer some viewer questions along the way. Who won the draft? How many Packers did Mike pick? How many Steelers did Corey and Adrian draft? Give this episode a listen to find out! Also, if you'd rather watch instead of just listen, the live stream is up on our YouTube channel, so feel free to check that out as well. If this is...
2023-09-092h 24Culture ShockedBONUS: Off The Top #2Sometimes...the guys get together to do an episode and just cannot stay focused!Sooo for your listening pleasure as a bonus, you can sit down with Corey, Adrian and Mike as they go where the conversation takes them. A nice chunk of Star Wars talk and what The Culture Shocked Crew's Star Wars name would be collectively. A brief conversation about Cocaine Bear, Blue Beetle and somehow Eddie Guerrero?! Don't ask... Annd of course they finished with a nice little conversation about which movies coming out the rest of the year were day one must watches...
2023-09-011h 23Culture ShockedIt's Always Sunny In Philadelphia: S1-3This show hasn't even begun to peak!!!Today the guys get together to talk about one of the most hilarious and controversial shows of all time. It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia. As this is Mike's first watch through, what does he think of the first three seasons? Is Season one as underappreciated as Corey and Adrian say it is? Who is the most trash human being on this show? Find out what they think, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go...
2023-08-221h 36Culture ShockedAre You Ready For Some Football?!Will you teach me to football? I don't know if we can...but we will try our best!Today the guys get together to talk about the upcoming NFL season and all of their predictions. Will the Steelers do any better than last year? Will Aaron Rodgers thrive in New York? Is Mike a Jets fan now??? Find out what we think about all of this and more, right here!!!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials...
2023-08-1559 minCulture ShockedMovie Review: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-VerseLet's do things differently this time...Soooo differently!!!Today, join Corey and Doug, as they give their thoughts on the critically acclaimed new movie...Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. Did they both love it as much as the first movie? What are their predictions for the final film in the trilogy? Can they do an accurate impression of Adrian and Mike? Find all of that out and more, right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We...
2023-06-231h 31Culture ShockedActor Spotlight: Jason BatemanAs the guys take turns picking who they'd like to do an actor spotlight on, Mike decided to choose Ryan...Bateman? Jason Reynolds? Wait…that’s not right?!Jason Bateman! Whew, almost made a fool of ourselves there. In this episode, Adrian, Corey and Mike got together to discuss one of the funniest, most underrated, actors to ever grace the silver screen. What was the first Bateman movie they ever saw? Does he have any bad movies in their eyes? Can any of the guys guess his most known for on IMDb? Click here now to find out...
2023-05-232h 08Culture ShockedBonus Episode: Buffy the Vampire SlayerIn this episode, Corey and Mike are joined by Cam and John from the "Jacked Up Review Show Podcast" as well as Bubbawheat from "Time to Rewind" and "Lyrical Innuendo" podcasts as they discuss one of the biggest 90's Cult Classics, Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003)Do they like the movie as much as the TV Show? Do any of them pledge to be a Bangel or Spuffy fan? Does anyone really like Riley? How much of the show did Corey get through before this episode, and seriously, do we think there might be a connection between...
2023-05-042h 08Culture ShockedHogwarts LegacyTime to Accio yourselves a new episode!!!Today the guys get together to talk about the newest addition to the magical wizarding world we all know and love...Hogwarts Legacy. Which house did they all get for their first play throughs? How many times has Mike already beaten it? How do you end up in Azkaban? Find all that out and more right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...
2023-04-181h 43Culture ShockedEverything, Everywhere, All At Once (Part 1)Come with us...Feel the power of the Everything Bagel!!!Today the guys get together to talk about a lot of peoples' favorite movie of 2022. Everything, Everywhere, All At Once! Winner of 7 Oscars and deserving of every single one. They deep dive into what they believe this movie was ultimately trying to convey. Is this Doug and Adrian's favorite movie of all time? Did Corey like it more than they think he did? Did Mike even get it? Find out right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the show
2023-03-2858 minCulture ShockedCreed (Part 1)Ding Ding!!!! Round One Today the guys get together and discuss one of the best current running franchises out there...Creed. Based years after the Rocky franchise. These films pick up right where the last ones left off...right Mike???Do we all adore Creed as much as the Rocky movies? Does Adrian have anything bad to say about them? Do you think that Apollo actually won the freeze frame fight? Or is Rocky just being as humble as always? Find out what we think right here!Click here to send us a m...
2023-03-1653 minCulture ShockedRocky! Rocky! Rocky!Yo Adrian…we did it Adrian!Today the guys get together to discuss all the things they loved, hated, and just thought were plain weird in Sylvester Stallone's highly successful Rocky Franchise. Is it strange that Doug and Mike seem to agree on everything with these movies? Is Adrian highly critical of all six films? Can they trick Corey into another music conversation? Sit back, enjoy and let the eye of the tiger wash over you!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go fo...
2023-03-072h 29Culture ShockedState Of Play 2023LEOOOOOONNNNN!!!!!!!! Now that Ashley got your attention...let's get into some new video game announcements!Today the guys get together to talk about Sony's State of Play event and what games they are excited for. Do they care at all about The Suicide Squad Kills The Justice League? Are Corey and Adrian emotionally ready for the Resident Evil 4 remake? Will they finally get Mike to play one of the best survival horror games ever made? Find out right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you w...
2023-02-281h 08Culture ShockedBatman TAS (R.I.P. Kevin Conroy)“Without Batman…Crime has no punchline”Today the guys get together to talk about Batman: The Animated Series. Which gave us probably the best theme song of the 90’s. Arguably the best Joker of all time. And the greatest Batman voice to ever grace our ears. R.I.P. Kevin Conroy. Is there a more iconic theme song in the 90’s? Was this show all of their favorites? Or did Mike not even watch it? Find out right hereClick here to send us a message! Support the showI...
2023-02-211h 51Culture ShockedRomantic ComediesLOVE STINKS...YEA YEA!!!! Or at least that's what Adam Sandler tried to teach us all.We finally made it...episode 69!!! So in the spirit of that, most holy of numbers...the guys get together to discuss the best and very worst romantic comedies of all time. Do they all love the same ones? What movies did they watch with fresh eyes? Does Mike in fact...hate love? Find out right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all...
2023-02-141h 44Culture ShockedMario GamesLet's-A-Goooo!!!!!!! In a world where we are finally getting the Mario Bros. movie we deserve. How could we not do this episode?The guys decided to get together and talk about one of, if not the most, influential video game characters of all time! They discuss all the highs...and the few lows in this franchise. Did all big brothers automatically get to be Mario? Were the younger siblings always stuck with Luigi? Did Mike ever get better at video games? Find out right here!Click here to send us a message!
2023-01-311h 45Culture ShockedMovie Review: Wakanda ForeverSpoiler Alert!Welcome to Wakanda where we mourn the passing of the late Chadwick Boseman. Not only as the characters in the MCU do, but people in real life including director Ryan Coogler who had the unfortunate task of re-writing and directing a movie while mourning the passing of a dear friend. Corey and Mike discuss this not-so-typical Marvel movie that gets a little darker in story and doesn't have the same light hearted humor most do. Is this something Corey and Mike liked? How did they feel about Namor and why do they mention James Cameron? ...
2023-01-101h 32Culture ShockedBad Movies: Mortal Kombat AnnihilationFinish Him...SUCKERRRRRRRRRRRRS!!!! When it comes to bad movies...this one is somehow extremely bad and yet, so entertaining at the same time! Join the guys as they discuss one of their favorite horrible films of all time. Why do Corey and Adrian watch this movie so much? How has Mike not seen it till just now? Why is Raiden such a perv when he loses his immortality? They explore this and much more in this weeks episode.Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would p...
2023-01-031h 36Culture ShockedOff The TopMerry...oh wait! What the hell are we doing here?! This isn't the Christmas episode? Corey isn't here again?!Ugh! Well this is awkward...Join Doug, Adrian and Mike as they discuss...well anything other than Christmas! There's video games, possibly a new favorite movie and even talk about books! Join the ride from Sony's Miles Morales Spiderman game to John Travolta. Yep, we're just as confused as you are.Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all...
2022-12-201h 36Culture ShockedLord of the Rings - The Return of the KingAs the great Frodo once said. "I am glad that you are here with me. Here at the end of all things"Today, the guys get together to finish one of the most award winning, breath taking and Inspiring series' of all time. It was not easy to end this one. But it was certainly easy to talk about. Corey is sad and proud. Doug can't stop ranking his favorite fire scenes. Has Adrian finally found a new favorite trilogy? And why does Mike insist on Boromir being a frat bro?Find all that out...
2022-12-122h 03Culture ShockedFinal Fantasy VII RemakeLike every protagonist in just about every JRPG made before the 2000s, Corey was silent in this one...or just not here. Corey?...Moving on with Doug, Adrian, and Mike as they discuss the FFVII Remake. In this extremely rare episode missing Corey's voice. The guys talk about the differences between the remake and the original. Things they like, things they hate and overall how much they LOVE Tifa! Where DID she get those suspenders?! Does Doug love this game and why did it take him so long to play it? Did Adrian h...
2022-12-051h 39Culture ShockedBonus: Fast and Furious ClipThis is just a quick clip from Corey and Mike's episode on The Jacked Up Review Podcast. It was a small tangent we went on about the atrocious Fast and Furious series. enjoy this small dose of what we think and stay tuned for our full episode on these movies...eventually!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a friend way...don't be weird!!!Please go rate and review us...
2022-11-2809 minCulture ShockedBreaking Bad: Season 3Today, we sneak off the reservation to get some dirty, damp and deep. Grab your dipping sticks and join us!Today we get together to talk about season 3 of Breaking Bad. Do we all love it more than the first two seasons? Is Walt fully Heisenberg yet? Did our fellow co-host Mike, finally make it past episode 2? Find out that and more right here!!!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...
2022-11-282h 07Culture ShockedLord of the Rings - The Two TowersPo-Tay-Toes!!! Now that I have your attention, we can get started. Today, the guys get together to discuss the cinematic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. Did Mike and Adrian come around on Merry and Pippin? Does Mike ever find out if Gandalf the Grey is dead? Does Corey cry when he hears his brother finally praise his favorite movie series of all time?Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love y...
2022-11-141h 57Culture ShockedChrono TriggerIt all began eons ago, when man's ancestors picked up a shard of strange red rock. It's power, which beyond human comprehension, cultivated dreams...in turn, love and hate were born...as well as this episode of Culture Shocked!! Join Doug, Corey, and Mike as they discuss arguably one of the most ahead of it's times JRPGs from 1995. Listen to find out who the bigger fan is between Doug and Mike, as well as learning how Corey truly feels about the game. Your HP/MP is restored! But your ear holes are still hungry.Click h...
2022-11-072h 19Culture ShockedMCU - Phase 2I am starting to think it isn't just a phase!!!Today Corey, Mike and Doug got together to talk about phase 2 of the MCU. How do we feel about, arguably, the best MCU movie to date? Did we all hate the same movie in this list? Or did one of us think it was..."okay"? Did Cap freak out when he watched Star Wars and saw Mace Windu? Find the answers to most of these questions on this new episode!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf...
2022-10-312h 02Culture ShockedMovie Review: Black AdamSHAZAM!!!Corey and Mike decided to go see the new hit (with audiences) movie Black Adam. So why not get together and share their thoughts on the flick? Does it ultimately help or hurt the DCEU? Did Dwayne Johnson waste 15 years on this labor of love? Or did he knock it out of the park? Come along and find out what we thought!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in...
2022-10-2650 minCulture ShockedWould You Like to Join the Deadpool?Donde esta la biblioteca!!! Which literally translates to “A new episode is dropping today…pumpkin fuckers” Hugh Jackman is bringing his smooth criminals to Deadpool!!! That announcement made it impossible for us not to sit down and talk about these movies. I’m not gonna tell you who the biggest Deadpool fan is between us…but it’s a good thing that Mike wore his white pants for this one!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love...
2022-10-101h 58Culture ShockedBonus Collab: Hitman's BodyguardIn this very special bonus episode. Corey and Mike joined 'The Jacked Up Review Show Podcast' to talk about the movie 'Hitman's Bodyguard'. Did we hate it? Did we love it (Ryan Reynolds is in it and Mike was there...what do you think?) Come find out everything we thought right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a friend way...don't be weird!!!Please go rate and review...
2022-09-281h 11Culture ShockedGame of Thrones for the UninitiatedWith House of the Dragon taking this world by storm. We got together to talk about the absolute powerhouse that was Game of Thrones. Corey and Doug being our resident experts. Try very hard to keep Adrian and Mike on topic, long enough, to talk about it. What do we love about the show? Do they listen to us long enough to learn anything? Do we honestly care if they do? Find out right here!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow u...
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Life's A GardenEpisode 116: Mike CraigMy guest this week is my uncle Mike. He's spent a large amount of his life in a classroom either as a student or a teacher. He's also experienced a lot of close family members passing, many of them lately. We talk about coping with death, suicide awareness, and share family memories. If you or anyone you know has had thoughts of suicide please contact the suicide hotline or reach out to someone close. Lets end this nightmare.
Suicide Hotline dial 988
Visit the Montana ASFP to help: https://afsp.org/chapter/montana
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2022-09-061h 36Culture ShockedFantasy Football DraftARE YOU READY FOR SOME BONUS CONTENT!!! Or whatever Hank Williams said?Corey, Adrian and Mike are in a fantasy football league together. For some reason they had the thought "You know who would love to listen to a recording of us doing a fantasy draft? The listeners!" So we recorded just that!Join us as we bullshit our way through some football talk. Get our teams for the year. And make fun of a friend of the podcast.Click here to send us a message! Support the showI...
2022-08-311h 44Culture ShockedMCU - Phase 1Join us in this episode as Adrian, Corey, and Mike talk about Phase 1 of the MCU. What's the best movie that kickstarted the most ambious cinimatic universe in history? Find out in this week's episode of Culture Shocked.Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a friend way...don't be weird!!!Please go rate and review us anywhere you get your podcastsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/CultureShockedPodcast
2022-08-081h 30Culture ShockedStar Wars Trilogies Trilogy Part 3 - The Last oneIn this episode join us as we talk about the star wars sequel trilogy. Doug defends his unpopular opinions, Adrian speaks for all the star wars fandom (supposidly), Corey surprisingly sides with doug, and mike slighty has his mind changed. This is Culture Shocked.Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a friend way...don't be weird!!!Please go rate and review us anywhere you get your podcasts...
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