Popcorn and Politics
Episodes
28 episodes
Popcorn and Politics Discuss RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 6!
Spoiler Alert! In this episode we debate who we think will win RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 6! Do we agree with the recent eliminations?
Popcorn and Politics Discuss the Finale of Hacks and In the Heights!
In this episode, we talk about the impact of Hacks starring Jean Smart and the controversy surrounding In the Heights!
Popcorn and Politics Discuss RuPaul's Drag Race Season 13 Finale and UK!
We're back and we're giving our thoughts on the RPDR Season finales! Also, we recommend what TV shows to watch as we slowly emerge from quarantine!
Popcorn and Politics Discuss RuPaul's Drag Race UK!
In this episode we talk about the emotional roller coaster of RuPaul's Drag Race UK Season 2! Elle and Amy disagree over who should have been sent home and we make our predictions about who we think will win the crown!
Popcorn and Politics' Predictions for RuPaul's Drag Race Season 13
In this episode we break down who we think will take the crown in this season of RuPaul's Drag Race. We talk about the twist in episode one and discuss who might go home in the next episode.
Popcorn and Politics: All About the Inauguration!
What did we feel as we watched Vice President Kamala Harris be sworn in? What hopes and concerns do we have for the future of America? Listen and find out.
Popcorn and Politics Year in Review 2020!
What are our top movies, books and TV shows of 2020? What are our most memorable moments? Listen and find out!
Popcorn and Politics Discuss Desi Arnaz and the Legacy of I Love Lucy
What is your favorite episode of I Love Lucy? What is the legacy of Desi Arnaz? In this episode we discuss how much we love I Love Lucy and the enduring legacy of Desi Arnaz.
Popcorn and Politics Discusses Selena the Series
In this episode we break down what we liked and didn't like about Selena the Series on Netflix.
Popcorn and Politics Episode 19: What is your favorite Chicanx comfort food?
In this episode Amy reveals which concha she likes best, we choose our favorite live action Disney films, offer our take on the new version of Mulan, and discuss the recent fires and shocking Bob Woodward tapes.
Popcorn and Politics Episode 18: Is Jurassic Park the greatest movie of all time?
In this episode we review two films newly arrived on Netflix. Amy Z makes the case for Jurassic Park as the greatest movie of all time and special guest Abe Jr. talks about the impact of watching Set it Off for the first...
Popcorn and Politics Episode 17: The Effects of Racial Narratives on Minority Populations
In this episode we discuss how racial narratives are written by those in power, the negative impact of stereotypes on Latinxs, the shooting of Jacob Blake and the treatment of white male killers.
Popcorn and Politics Episode 16: What is your favorite paleta?
In this episode we discuss our favorite paletas, whether we prefer elote or esquite, Vice Presidential nominee Kamala Harris, the legacy of Howard Ashman, and our disappointment with the small screen release of Mulan.
Popcorn and Politics Episode 15: How big is your Mexican family?
In this episode all 5 siblings get together to discuss everything from the crazy things Dr. Val fed us, to the ways Jean and Abe were spoiled by their big sisters. Check out what keeps this sibling unit so close!
Popcorn and Politics Episode 14: Do you prefer flour or corn tortillas?
In this episode we debate which is the better tortilla, what kind of cheese makes the best bean and cheese burrito, whom we think Joe Biden will choose as his Vice President, and we finish our discussions of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 5
Popcorn and Politics SPECIAL EPISODE: Mental Health in the Latinx Community
In this episode we begin a conversation about mental health. We focus on some of our own battles with self care and how we are coping with the pandemic. If you need help dealing with any issues related to mental health please text 7...
Popcorn and Politics Episode 12: Do you prefer Micheladas or Margaritas?
In this episode we discuss our preference for micheladas or margaritas, the persecution of high-profile Latinas Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Esther Salas, the assault on cities by federal immigration officials, the subtle brilliance of I'll...
Popcorn and Politics Episode 11: What is your favorite 1980s Spanish song?
In this episode we discuss our favorite Spanish language songs, why we will never use Goya products, diversity amongst Latinx communities, RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars and Legendary!
Popcorn and Politics Episode 10: Did you stop everything to listen to Walter Mercado?
In this episode we discuss Walter Mercado, the aftermath of finding Vanessa Guillen, Amy Z. and Dr. Val disagree about Hamilton, and Alexis Mateo being robbed on RuPaul's Drag Race!
Popcorn and Politics Episode 9: Did you grow up watching Bruce Lee movies?
In this episode we discuss Latinxs and Bruce Lee, who is the best of the Chris's (Evans, Pratt, Pine, Hemsworth and Cooper), the release of migrant children and the disappearance of Vanessa Guillen.
Popcorn and Politics SPECIAL EPISODE: A Conversation with Abe Zapata, Jr.!
Award-winning playwright, Abe Zapata Jr., joins the podcast to discuss his play Borracho: Spanish for Drunken Bum. We discuss the themes of the play, his inspirations and Teatro Campesino.
Popcorn and Politics Episode 7: What did you feel when you watched Selena for the first time?
In this episode we discuss the movie Selena, backlash against protestors, the disappearance of Vanessa Guillen, the new trans documentary Disclosure, and how Chicanxs practice self-help.
Popcorn and Politics SPECIAL EPISODE: Art and Activism with Jean Decay!
In this episode, we focus on art and activism in Los Angeles with drag performer Jean Decay. We explore abolition, art as a criticism of capitalism, Pochx, and exploring the indigenous roots of Chicanx culture. https://www.youtube.com/wat...
Popcorn and Politics Episode 5: How many Morrissey shirts do you own?
In this episode we talk about Latinx obsession with Morrissey, Bad Bunny, the Supreme Court decision on LGBTQ protections, RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 5, Insecure and, as always, lessons we learn from Jurassic Park!