POP CULTURE MONDAYS...ON THURSDAYS

A current event podcast about all that is happening in the world of pop culture.

POP CULTURE MONDAYS...ON THURSDAYS is a society podcast hosted by Brooke Hammerling, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Brooke Hammerling hosts POP CULTURE MONDAYS...ON THURSDAYS, a society show with 100 episodes published.

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  Episode #184

  Hamptons Pop-Ups, Dorm Room Glam, & the Great Gen Alpha Clapback

  Aug 20, 202644 min

  This week, we are diving straight into the chaos and glamour across our feeds. We kick things off out East with Bethenny Frankel’s Supermodel Cafe pop-up in the Hamptons—and, more importantly, the brutally honest influencer reviews that have taken over TikTok. From there, we pivot to campus culture: the ever-evolving spectacle of Bama Rush and SEC RushTok, alongside the wild rise of professionally designed, ultra-luxe dorm rooms. Then, the generational warfare heats up as Gen Alpha creators ruthlessly parody Gen Z influencer food reviews (and honestly, we can’t look away). We’re also breaking down the viral "RATATA" lip-sync craze taking over FYPs, and wrapping up with the rise of the natural birther movement and the ever-expanding world of TikTok granola moms. Tune in for all the cultural commentary, laughs, and hot takes! This week’s newsletter: https://popculturemondays.com/2026/08/17/rushtok-evolution/

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  Episode #183

  RIP Syd

  Aug 13, 202652 min

  I am officially the last remaining human on Earth who has never seen Rüfüs Du Sol live, and watching everyone's tour footage is testing my spirit. Speaking of wild video, we pivot to the stunning, surreal camera footage captured during the recent earthquake in Colombia that had everyone on social media doing a double-take. We take time to celebrate the incredible life, vibrant legacy, and immense global impact of Syd Towle following her tragic loss, reflecting on the lasting impression she left across the internet and beyond. On a lighter note, we dive into the fun, chaotic trends currently taking over TikTok this week—including the viral, bittersweet moment between a dad and his toddler that has the entire internet in tears because the little guy announced he's officially ready for a "big boy bike." Finally, we hit the screen with Robert Pattinson’s work as Chris Hansen in Primetime, followed by our full breakdown of two major new streaming releases hitting Hulu: the long-awaited adaptation of The Shards and the relentless new drama Furious. This week’s PCM: https://popculturemondays.com/2026/08/10/rip-syd/ NYT inflammation article (gifted): https://shorturl.at/9olxO NYT story on Syd (gifted): https://shorturl.at/cdzDf Syd’s obituary: https://shorturl.at/8QUQu

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  Episode #182

  The Ick

  Aug 6, 202654 min

  This week Brooke breaks down the guys who gave us all the ick: Morgan Wallen, Jonah Hill, Sam Altman, and TikTok’s Viktor. Plus: The Brandy Melville employee dubbed “the most popular girl in SoHo” — fired from her dream job An update on Ariana Grande’s big announcement A hero moment: the 16-year-old lifeguard saving the day This week’s newsletter: https://popculturemondays.com/2026/08/03/the-ick/

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  Episode #181

  From Instagram Envy & Meta Glasses to Jimothy & Andrew Tate: The Internet Has Lost the Plot

  Jul 30, 202645 min

  We are back with another packed episode of Pop Culture Mondays on Thursdays, covering influencer travel, internet surveillance, viral animals, blockbuster movies, and one unforgettable arrest outfit. First, Brooke breaks down how TikTok and Instagram have turned Europe into an overcrowded, overshared backdrop—and why a recent trip to Paris made her rethink how much we share online. Then, we get into Meta AI glasses, the creepy reality of being filmed without knowing it, the Netflix documentary trend, tan-maxxing, and the darker consequences of going viral. We also meet Jimothy, the short-spined raccoon uniting the internet, before diving into The Odyssey, Sheep Detectives, Tom Hiddleston’s Pompeii obsession, and the Andrew Tate memes taking over the timeline. This week’s newsletter: https://popculturemondays.com/2026/07/27/summer-2026-so-far/

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  Episode #180

  From Erling & Jude to Hyrox & Lindsey Graham: The Ultimate Chaos Mix

  Jul 16, 202638 min

  We are back with another packed episode of Pop Culture Mondays on Thursdays, and this week we are diving headfirst into everything from sports obsession to internet chaos. First up, we are talking about soccer. The world is officially united under the beautiful game, and we need to discuss our collective obsession with Erling Haaland, his incredible bromance with Jude Bellingham, and how the sport is truly bringing everyone together right now. Then, we transition to a different kind of athletic endeavor: Hyrox. It is the fitness obsession taking over the globe, and we are breaking down why absolutely everyone is suddenly obsessed with running and burpees. Next, we shift gears to politics and the internet rumor mill. The shocking, sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham has unleashed a wave of conspiracy theories that feel almost too on the nose to ignore, while sparking some very specific celebrations across the internet and the gay community. Finally, we wrap things up with a little candy: the viral mystery of the Zara death trousers and Gen Z’s never-ending obsession with the latest season of Love Island. This week’s newsletter: https://popculturemondays.com/2026/07/13/the-world-unites/

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