Culture Cretins
Join Will and Nathan on "Culture Cretins," a lively podcast where two friends dive into the world of pop culture, video games, movies, and media reviews. From the nostalgic charm of Pokémon to the epic adventures of Voltron and Gundam, they explore the franchises that shape our cultural landscape. Each episode offers spirited discussions on the latest trends, controversies, and innovations in entertainment, with a focus on what makes these stories resonate with fans. Whether you're a die-hard gamer, a movie buff, or just curious about the next big thing, "Culture Cretins" delivers insightful commentary and engaging debates. Tune in for a fresh perspective on the media you love and discover new favorites along the way. Perfect for fans of Stranger Things, Pokémon, and beyond, this podcast is your gateway to understanding the cultural phenomena that captivate us all. Join the conversation and become a part of the "Culture Cretins" community today!
Episodes
14 episodes
How To Start Reading Comics Without Going Broke
Comic books can feel like a locked room: 80 years of history, thousands of issues, constant reboots, and price tags that add up fast. We’re two longtime superhero fans who got into comics the hard way, and we’re sharing the shortcuts that final...
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Mario Galaxy Movie Breakdown
People are genuinely mad about a Mario movie, and we can’t stop talking about it. We sit down with our first-ever guest, Chandler, to review the Super Mario Galaxy movie and unpack the strangest part of its reception: how a bright, funny, famil...
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Bat-Family Favorites
A simple question derails fast: who are our favorite DC Comics characters? We start with “let’s be fair” rules across comics, cartoons, movies, and games, then immediately run into the truth every DC fan knows, Gotham has an unfair amount of th...
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Pokemon Champions Reality Check
Pokémon Champions looks like the clean, modern home for Pokémon battling, and for a minute it feels that way. We jump in with real first impressions and quickly hit the weird contradiction: the game hands you a gym leader premise and a “champio...
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Pokemon Hot Takes
If you’ve ever heard “Bulbasaur is the best Kanto starter” and thought… are we sure, this one is for you. We get unserious fast with a full Chikorita hate bit, but it turns into a surprisingly detailed episode about Pokemon taste, game design, ...
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Batman Loves Dinosaurs And Cup Holders: Batman Universe
A Batman comic that moves like an action movie, reads like a mystery, and still makes us laugh is rare, so we had to talk about Batman Universe by Brian Michael Bendis and Nick Derington. We’re not doing a formal review, but we do dig into why ...
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Gundam I Review
War starts fast in the Universal Century, and Gundam I doesn’t let you look away for long. We finally sit down with the first Mobile Suit Gundam 0079 compilation film, starting at Side 7 and racing into the White Base escape, the RX-78-2 Gundam...
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We Revisit The Series That Raised Us
Some shows don’t just entertain us, they wire in our sense of humor, heroism, and what “good storytelling” feels like. We’re tracing the formative TV shows that built our brains, starting with the animated heavy hitters that never talked down t...
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Ranking Starter Pokemon And Legendary Favorites With Brutal Honesty
We had a plan, the audio had other ideas, so we do the only fair thing: rebuild the tier list and make the hot takes even louder. We’re back for episode five of Culture Cretins, and we start by redoing our starter Pokemon rankings, from the lin...
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Dive Into Pokémon Presents, New Starters, And Why Re-releases Matter
A new region, a brighter palette, and water that finally feels like water—Wind and Waves dropped a trailer that actually moves the needle. We break down why the color choices and layered environments matter, how a safari-leaning tone hints at e...
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From Blue Milk To Boba Fett: A Candid Tour Through Star Wars Fandom
A tangerine tangent turns into a lightspeed jump: we go from blue milk lore and green ketchup memories to the sharp edges of Jedi ethics, asking why a “wise” master bets on a child’s life and leaves his mother behind. That single choice opens a...
Our Favorite Gaming Memories
A new dinosaur drops, a grenade erases our first Fortnite win, and somewhere on a mountain fortress a legend named “Meat Hook Steve” keeps charging our scope. We open the vault on the gaming memories that made us: the chaos, the comedy, and the...
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Kalos Reborn: Pokémon Legends ZA Reviewed
A city still healing. A legend trying to atone. And a battle system that dares to change the rules. We dive deep into Pokémon Legends ZA—why Lumiose feels alive, how mega evolutions shape every decision, and where the game soars or stumbles alo...
Inside The State Of Pokemon: Games, Anime, And What Fans Want Next
Most Pokémon games struggle with consistency—some look stunning but are plagued by bugs, while others feel unfinished. But what if the future holds a bold new direction that balances innovation with polish? If you're a Pokémon fan craving thoug...
