Pop Culture Weekly - Celebrity Interviews & Entertainment News

Pop Culture Weekly - Celebrity Interviews & Entertainment News

Welcome to Pop Culture Weekly with Kyle McMahon, your definitive entertainment news, pop culture reviews and celebrity interviews podcast! Each week, we bring you exclusive, in-depth celebrity interviews with your favorite stars, alongside sharp movie reviews, comprehensive music reviews, and insightful series reviews covering the latest in television and streaming. Get all the entertainment news, candid views, and expert analysis you want on the biggest film releases, trending TV shows, chart-topping music, and every celebrity happening in between. Join us at Pop Culture Weekly for your essential dose of pop culture insights and stay connected to the ever evolving world of entertainment, delivered fresh right to your ears...weekly! Subscribe now! Presented by iHeartRadio. PopCultureWeekly.com For in depth, deep dives into the show including transcripts, celebrity guest profiles, ultimate guides and more, visit Podcast.PopCultureWeekly.com

Episodes

February 13, 2026 40 mins
In this episode of Pop Culture Weekly, Kyle sits down with Fandango correspondent Nikki Novak for a deep dive into one of the most enduring genres in film: romance. But you know we're not just doing the the predictable, airport-chase, “we met three days ago and now we’re soulmates” kind.

We’re talking about the full spectrum from sweeping gothic love stories, modern anti-romances, nostalgic ’80s classics, prestige Oscar contenders, ...
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Grab your capes and a box of tissues, because Pop Culture Weekly is going full Gothic! This week, Kyle McMahon is sinking his teeth into director Luc Besson’s latest masterpiece, Dracula: A Love Tale with conversaitons from Luc himself and stars Caleb Landry Jones & Zoe Bleu. Forget the 1931 foreign menace or the sweaty, sensual Hammer versions of the '50s. We’re moving past the "Victorian paranoia with cheekbones" and diving s...
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January 26, 2026 12 mins
This week on Pop Culture Weekly with Kyle McMahon, Kyle sits down with Evan Peters and Rebecca Hall to talk all about The Beauty, Ryan Murphy’s stylish, unsettling new series for FX and Hulu that will make you rethink mirrors, skincare ads and society’s obsession with perfection.

The trio dives into what it’s like working inside the Ryan Murphy universe, why The Beauty feels especially relevant in the age of influencer culture and h...
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Seann William Scott, Michelle Pfeiffer, Felicity Jones… and my dog Blue barging in for a potty break. Yeah, this episode is stacked.

In this festive-yet-chaotic episode of Pop Culture Weekly with Kyle McMahon, I kick things off with my buddy Seann William Scott, a.k.a. Stifler, who’s back to talk Season 2 of his Tim Allen sitcom Shifting Gears (now airing on ABC and streaming on Disney+ and Hulu). We get into everything from torture...
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(00:00:00) Ultimate Guide to Home Theaters
(00:12:47) Home Theater Value and Performance
(00:18:48) Audiophile Insights on Home Audio Systems
(00:25:40) Home Theater Speaker Technology Overview
(00:28:51) What are the points / dots in Home Theater Systems?
(00:32:53) Where do I start for a Home Theater System?
(00:37:10) Klipsch, Onkyo & Premium Audio Home Theater Systems
(00:40:23) Lil Jon X Hyundai
(00:53:04) Apple TV's The Last ...
What if a classic tale could be reshaped with modern twists and turns that leave you questioning everything you thought you knew? Join me, Kyle McMahon, as I sit down with visionary director Nia Da Costa (The Marvels, 28 Days Later: The Bone Temple), superstar Tessa Thompson (The Avengers: Endgame, Creed) Nina Hoss and Tom Bateman to explore how the new Prime Video film 'Hedda' reimagines Henrik Ibsen's iconic play with electrifyin...
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Pop Culture Weekly doubles up with horror thrills and historical legends! First, Kyle McMahon kicks off spooky season with Night of the Reaper - a slick, 80s-vibed Shudder original - chatting with star Summer H. Howell (Chucky, the new Carrie) and writer-director Brandon Christensen about crafting a killer babysitter prologue, Pat Benatar dance breaks, and why scares land harder when the heart shows up first.

Then we trade pumpkins ...
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The Cast of Downton Abbey, Seann William Scott, the cast of Lynley AND Tim Blake Nelson?? That's whose on this episode of Pop Culture Weekly with Kyle McMahon. 

What happens when a classic detective story gets a modern twist? British actors Leo Suter and Sophia Barclay join me to uncover the magic behind their new crime drama, "Lynley". They share how their dynamic chemistry and a fresh blend of humor breathe new life into the belov...
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In this episode of Pop Culture Weekly with Kyle McMahon, we dive deep into the worlds of horror cinema and country music as Bailey Zimmerman sits down for a retrospective of his meteoric career from his humble beginnings to his current #1 hit. And The Conjuring: Last Rites stars Patrick Wilson & Vera Farmiga discuss the chilling final chapter in The Conjuring Universe. And horror legend and franchise creator James Wan joins, al...
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In this episode of Pop Culture Weekly, renowned director Ron Howard and the equally legendary actor Jude Law join me, Kyle McMahon, for a deep exploration into their latest cinematic venture, "Eden." Get ready to hear firsthand how this gripping survival thriller takes audiences to the edge of human endurance, thrusting a diverse group of characters into a high-stakes struggle for survival on a desolate island. As Ron Howard unpack...
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On this episode of Pop Culture Weekly with Kyle McMahon we’ve got an absolutely stacked lineup: Tony Hale, Darcy Carden, David Archuleta and Seth Worley, Bianca Belle and Kalon Kox, Yeah, try fitting all that talent into one podcast - good luck, Apple Podcasts algorithm!

First up, director Seth Worley and actors Bianca Belle and Kalon Cox take us inside their wild, heartfelt film Sketch - a movie inspired by childhood doodles, sprin...
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It’s a full-on pop culture party this week as Kyle McMahon talks the best and worst video game adaptations with Benny Panella, Dave Franco & Alison Brie discuss their horror film Together and Anthony Mackie and the cast of Twisted Metal Season 2 takeover the show.

Kyle is joined once again by the amazing Benny Panella to deep-dive, nitpick and laugh their way through the wild, pixelated world of video game adaptations. From Supe...
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Who got snubbed? Who surprised us? And is The Bear even a comedy? (We still don’t know.)
In this star-studded 2025 Emmy Awards nominations breakdown, Kyle McMahon welcomes back Rotten Tomatoes Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley to unpack the chaos, controversy and comedy of the 2025 Emmy nominations. From shocking shutouts (Squid Game & House of the Dragon, we’re looking at you) to Apple TV+’s quiet domination (Severance, The Studio...
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In this star-studded episode of Pop Culture Weekly with Kyle McMahon, we’ve got award-winning talent, chilling thrillers, and social media mayhem as Bryce Hall, Ben Barnes, Embeth Davidtz, Josh Stolberg and Joe Freeman all stop by - all in one episode.

🎬 Embeth Davidtz (Schindler’s List, Matilda, The Morning Show) joins Kyle to discuss her stunning directorial debut, Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight. Based on the acclaimed memoir...
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In this star-studded episode of Pop Culture Weekly, join Kyle McMahon as he takes you behind the scenes of PBS's A Capital Fourth 2025, recorded live from the West Lawn of the US Capitol.

Celebrate America's birthday with exclusive interviews from an incredible lineup of guests. Alfonso Ribeiro, hosting the annual special for the third time, shares his passion for unity and gratitude during this patriotic event. Rising star Abi Cart...
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Get ready for an electrifying exploration of this summer's most thrilling series! We're serving up exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpses into "Countdown" on Prime Video with Jensen Ackles, Eric Dane & the cast. Plus Taron Egerton & the cast of "Smoke" on Apple TV+.

In this episode of Pop Culture Weekly with Kyle McMahon, Imagine the suspense of a ticking clock paired with the complexity of dynamic character interactions in "...
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EXCLUSIVE: We've got the full lineup of PBS' A Capitol Fourth 2025 which is shaping up to be another amazing year with music legends, fan favorites and something for everyone!

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In this episode of Pop Culture Weekly with Kyle McMahon, Benicio del Toro, Michael Cera and Mia Threapleton discuss The Phoenician Scheme, Michael and Danny Philippou  talk their new A24 horror film Bring Her Back and Robert Patrick returns to discuss National Memorial Day Concert and The X-Files.

Legendary actor Robert Patrick is back with his profound reflections on the National Memorial Day Concert 2025, embodying a heartfelt tri...
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What does Memorial Day mean to you? Join me, Kyle McMahon, live from the West Lawn of the US Capitol as I present a special edition of Pop Culture Weekly, commemorating the National Memorial Day Concert 2025. This episode is a heartfelt tribute to the courageous men and women who have dedicated their lives to securing our freedoms. Hear from the incredibly talented opera singer Angel Blue, as she shares her family's deep military c...
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(00:00:00) Introduction & Welcome
(00:02:11) Max Talisman and Joey Pollari talk 'Things Like This'
(00:19:04) David Dastmalchian talks Muderbot

In this episode of Pop Culture Weekly with Kyle McMahon, actor / writer / director Max Talisman takes center stage as he invites us into the world of his new rom-com, "Things Like This." This heartfelt conversation uncovers Max's motivations behind creating a film that authentically repres...
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