WVIA Pop Shop
New Episodes Saturdays at 6pm on WVIA Radio and on podcast providers
Two professors obsessing about everything popular culture, just like you!
Are you craving smart, fun, and sometimes irreverent conversations on the topics you love? Then you’re invited to check out WVIA's Pop Shop, a new WVIA podcast and radio show hosted by college professors Allan Austin and Patrick Hamilton. Each week, we’ll talk about the biggest happenings on the scene, including movie premieres, new hit shows, toys, games, and so much more!
Latest Episodes
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In this deep-dive episode, Allan, Patrick and Kara break down the return of Marvel’s blind vigilante in Daredevil: Born Again on Disney+. Is this revival a faithful rebirth of the gritty Netflix original—or a misstep into Marvel mediocrity? -
Is Minecraft a creative triumph or just another shiny IP cash grab? Is it secretly begging to be a musical?
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In this action-packed episode of Pop Shop Podcast, Allen, Patrick and Kara dive deep into the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s upcoming game-changer: Avengers: Doomsday. Is this the final countdown for the MCU as we know it?
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TV and film fans, this one's for you! On this episode of Pop Shop, the crew tackle three of the hottest titles in entertainment: HBO’s Hacks, The White Lotus, and the upcoming film Flow.
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Disney’s Snow White remake is finally here, but does it live up to the legacy of the original?
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Step into the world of sci-fi as WVIA’s Pop Shop explores Mickey 17 and The Electric State!
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In this powerful episode of WVIA’s Pop Shop podcast, Allan, Patrick and Kara explore the film adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s Nickel Boys.
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Swing into the latest episode of Pop Shop as Allan and Patrick dive deep into Marvel’s animated series Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man. From its retro-inspired animation and Easter egg-filled storytelling to its bold reinvention of classic characters like Norman Osborn and Lonnie Lincoln, the team unpacks what makes this show a fresh — yet familiar — take on the wall-crawler’s legacy. Whether you’re a lifelong Spidey fan or just curious about Marvel’s latest swing at animation, this episode delivers insight, laughs, and plenty of comic book trivia. Don’t miss this web-slinging conversation!
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Is Captain America: Brave New World the film that will save the MCU? Or is it just another strike in the franchise’s decline? On this episode, Allan and Patrick break down the latest Captain America installment. They debate its impact on the Marvel Cinematic Universe, its attempt at a political thriller vibe, and whether Anthony Mackie’s Cap got the film he truly deserves. Plus, they tackle audience reactions, box office performance, and whether this movie is a home run—or the beginning of the end for the MCU. Tune in for a lively, no-holds-barred discussion!