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Hawkeye Pierce’s Family Changed Drastically Over the Course of M*A*S*H

Hawkeye Pierce’s Family Changed Drastically Over the Course of M*A*S*H

In a spotlight on pop culture retcons that 'overturn' past stories, see how Hawkeye's family history changed over the course of M*A*S*H's run.
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Did The New York Times Seriously Say ‘God Is Dead’?

Did The New York Times Seriously Say ‘God Is Dead’?

In the latest Pop Culture Questions Answered, Brian reveals whether Elton John's hit song, "Levon," was accurate about the New York Times, vis a vis saying "God is Dead."
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The Accidental Verisimilitude of 127 Hours

The Accidental Verisimilitude of 127 Hours

In a new feature looking at fortuitous accidents during the making of a pop culture work, Brian discusses how 127 Hours ended up having a scene where the actor basically cuts through an arm....
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Who’s a TV Character That You Dislike That You’re Meant to Like?

Who’s a TV Character That You Dislike That You’re Meant to Like?

In the newest Pop Culture Theme Time, I want to know what TV characters you dislike that you are meant to like.
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The Surprising Origins of Toto’s ‘Africa’

The Surprising Origins of Toto’s ‘Africa’

Today, in a look at interesting anecdotes from interviews and books, learn about the origins of Toto's hit song, "Africa"
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It’s Not Cool to Hit Your Co-Stars to Get a More ‘Authentic’ Reaction

It’s Not Cool to Hit Your Co-Stars to Get a More ‘Authentic’ Reaction

In the latest "Just a Reminder," Brian reminds folks that slapping your co-star to get a more "authentic" reaction is still not a cool thing to do.
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What Was the First LP Album Released?

What Was the First LP Album Released?

In a spotlight on notable pop culture firsts, discover what was the first long-playing disc of music released.
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When Did 30 Rock Jump the Shark?

When Did 30 Rock Jump the Shark?

In a feature looking at if or when a TV series since 2006 "jumped the shark," Brian asks you all to determine when (or if) 30 Rock jumped the shark.
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Five Times Networks Regretted Giving Shows Multiple Season Renewals

Five Times Networks Regretted Giving Shows Multiple Season Renewals

In the latest collection of recurring pieces of pop culture, Brian spotlights five times networks regretted giving a show a multiple season renewal.
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UB40 Really Thought ‘Red Red Wine’ Had Always Been a Reggae Song

UB40 Really Thought ‘Red Red Wine’ Had Always Been a Reggae Song

In a feature looking at the journeys of songs that eventually became notable from a cover version, Brian looks at how UB40 didn't even know that "Red Red Wine" was ever not a reggae...
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