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March 24, 2025

What's It Like Being a First Time Mom In Your Thirties?

Instructor Novacaine leads the show in the absence of Instructor BK and invites special guest Tre Strong. They discuss their experiences as a first-time mom in their 30s, postpartum depression, and what the future holds.#SPC1...

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March 16, 2025

The Study Guide: Was Captain America 4 missing A Crucial Person?

The Study Guide: Our resident instructors BK Spades and Novacaine, with @JBVersusTheWorld discuss Captain America: Brave New World! Topics: What was missing.The Future of the franchise.What they didn't like.#marvel #podcast ...

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March 11, 2025

The Reality of Trafficing with guest Julian Diaz

Instructors BK Spades and Novacain interview Julian Diaz ( The Dapper Barbarian Show) about the reality of human trafficking, internet safety, and his non-profit organization Mission 991. #trafficingawareness #trafficking #bo...

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Feb. 25, 2025

Captain America: A Brave New Perspective; Our thoughts on Captain America: Brave New World

Instructors BK Spades and Novacaine give their unique perspectives on Captain America: Brave New World! The Syllabus includes: 3 Things they love about the film. Which actor should be replaced? What was hated in the movie? Wh...

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Feb. 11, 2025

President Trump "Reshapes" America. Evil Reed Richards, is that you??

President Donald Trump hit a historical high on executive orders, and it's hard to miss the aftermath of his power. That being said, Instructors BK Spades and Novacaine noticed just how eerily similar his motives are to one o...

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Jan. 28, 2025

How Black Patriotism is Viewed In American Society

BK Spades and Novacaine set out to understand why black patriotism hasn't been considered iconic. Where does Black American culture fit in with White American expectations? We also discuss the Beyonce Bowl, Captain America: B...

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Jan. 14, 2025

A New Year Resolution for A New Semester

In the semester premiere of Society & Pop Culture: 101, Instructors BK and Novacaine make it light with a quick game of Cards and Conversation a card game with no rules, or manufactured responses. They also share their New Ye...

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Nov. 19, 2024

Season Finale: The Parent Trap! A Conversation into Parenting, Discipline, and Family.

It's Winter Break for SPC101!!! Novacaine shares her journey of being a new parent. BK Spades tells his experiences being a vet in the game. They talk about the best practices for disciplining kids without losing the bond of ...

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Nov. 5, 2024

The Wayne Legacy: Death, Grief, and the Making of a Batman

In this episode of Society and Pop Culture 101, BK Spades, JB, and the returning Novacaine take a deep dive into the transformative story of Thomas Wayne, Bruce Wayne, and the pivotal role that death—both of a father and a so...

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Oct. 22, 2024

Hollywood's Miscasting of DC Comic's John Stewart in Green Lantern Live Action Adaptation

We explore the practice of Hollywood miscasting actors in live-action comic book movie adaptations. BK Spades and JBvTheWorld examine how colorism and unexpected casting choices have impacted the portrayal of beloved superher...

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Oct. 1, 2024

Fictional Politics: What’s Your Favorite Pop Culture Character’s Political Party?

In this lively episode of Society and Pop Culture 101, our hosts dive into the world of fiction to tackle a question that’s been puzzling fans for ages: What political affiliation would our favorite fictional characters align...

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Sept. 10, 2024

Unmasking the Mask: Conversations on Black Male Depression

Join Instructors BK Spades, JB Smith (JB vs. The World), and our guest, JT (Marks With Mics) as we dive deep into the often-overlooked experiences of Black men struggling with depression.
Join us as we break down the stigma ...

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Aug. 27, 2024

When Celebrities Become Jerks After They Get Too Famous?

BK Spades and Novacaine invite JB Smith ( JB Vs. The World ) to discuss celebrities becoming real jerks once they get famous. Then Instructor Novacaine drops big news about her life. Afterward, BK has an announcement of his o...

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Aug. 16, 2024

Hot Sauce Does Not Equal Black

In a time when we should be debunking stereotypes and celebrating a chance at a new future. One built by us and for the future generations.
We have been spending our time arguing about who is black enough and
regurgitating ...

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Aug. 6, 2024

Who Are The Best Heroes Characters from Marvel, DC, and Deadpool to Match Up With Our Personalities?

It's Free Day in SP&C 101 so BK Spades and Novacaine must figure out which Pop Culture Icon matches their personalities and Explain why. Later the Instructors decided to switch things up by giving each other a character. Then...

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July 23, 2024

Megan Thee Stallion | Does Mixing Cultures lead to Appropriation?

Instructors BK and Novacaine discuss the difference between cultural appropriation and cultural admiration, and how Megan Thee Stallion ties into this conversation. They also briefly touch on the RNC and share their political...

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July 9, 2024

Did You Hear The Joke About The Joker & Harley Quinn? The Punchline is Manipulation | Mid Season Return

Instructors, BK Spades and Novacaine return for our mid-season to discuss the origins of pop culture's most infamous relationship, The Joker and Harley Quinn. Next, they construct a playlist inspired by Joker and Harley thems...

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May 24, 2024

It Was Diddy All Along/ X-Men 97 Episode 7-10 Review/Assassins Creed Controversy

In the mid-season finale, BK, and Novacaine speak on the shocking video of
Diddy. A quick review of episodes 7-10 for X-Men:97. Oh, are you all upset about Assassin's Creed: Shadows? Every since the Ubisoftprotagonists annou...

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May 7, 2024

Born This Way Part 2: X-Men 97 Review Episodes 1-6

"To me my X-Men!," calling all X-fans! Join Instructors BK Spades and Novacaine as we delve
into the animated revival, X-Men ‘97, along with Guest Juss (GETCHO Podcast)! We’ll review episodes 1-6, dissecting and reminiscing ...

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April 23, 2024

Born This Way: Why The X-Men May be the Most Important Show in Media and Comics

Instructors BK Spades and Novacaine delve into the world of The X-Men in a two-part conversation along with Getcho Podcast's Juss, this week's Instructor's Assistant! The X-Men comic book series is rich with an interesting ta...

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April 9, 2024

Is Captain America: Civil War a metaphor for today's politics?

Instructors BK Spades and Novacaine dive into the Marvel film "Captain America: Civil War" and explore its parallels to the current political climate in the United States. The conversation examines the movie's themes of gover...

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March 26, 2024

Hollywood Shhh- Secrets Revealed: A Look At Quiet On Set.

This Episode features BK Spades and Novacaine engaging in a passionate conversation about the appropriate punishment for sexual abusers. Our Instructors also react to the exclusive interview between Boogie and Dan Schneider. ...

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March 12, 2024

Where There Is Smoke There Is Diddy! Is Diddy Just A Real-Life Big Red Davis?

Before there was a Suge Knight with Death Row Records or any Disney evil music mogul, there was BIG RED DAVIS of Big Red Records. Join Instructor BK, Instructor Novacaine, & guest Instructor Cousin Dom Moon for a discussion o...

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Feb. 27, 2024

Cult Classic 90s TV Show, Duckman Warned Us About Big Technology and Corporations Running Our Lives

Dive into a discussion on the 90s cult classic TV show Duckman with Society and Pop Culture 101 ! Instructor BK Spades and Instructor Novacaine break down the show Duckman, which will later lead to a conversation about parent...

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