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Most Popular is a podcast about pop culture's impact on society. This bi-weekly podcast combines pop culture moments with experts who can explain why we can't stop talking about them. Dr. Adrienne Trier-Bieniek hosts conversations on topics like the economic impact of The Eras Tour, the use of reproductive health in television scripts, a history of hip-hop told through the creation of mixed tapes, how advertising impacted people's mental health during the Covid pandemic, and that a disability doesn't mean that a person can't win a beauty pageant. Plus so much more! Check out Most Popular wherever you get your podcasts!
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- 32 - Tackling Difficult Topics with Bruce Anthony
In this episode of Most Popular we are talking about the conversations that are hard to have! Joining Dr. Adrienne is the fantastic Bruce Anthony of the "Unsolicited Perspectives." podcast. Bruce discusses his journey into podcasting, his experiences, and his approach towards discussing difficult but important topics, including learning from his past conversations about issues he thought he knew a lot about. Bruce highlights how being in diverse settings such as the restaurant industry allowed him to grow and evolve. Bruce also talks about the importance of expanding one's social circle to enrich one's understanding and worldview. He also delivers a shocker of a person that he would vote "most popular"-this choice cannot be missed! All said, this is an engaging discussion about the role of education, importance of continual learning, and the influence of podcasts as a medium for facilitating difficult conversations.
Bruce Anthony is the host of the Unsolicited Perspectives podcast where he delves into unique and authentic views on current events, social-political topics, race, class, and gender. Bruce believes that acquiring knowledge from diverse aspects of life helps us evolve as individuals and become more complete human beings. Bruce holds a degree in history from the University of Maryland, where he initially pursued a career in teaching, and the essence of being an educator remains at his core. Unsolicited Perspectives aspires to create a space where we can learn from one another, broaden our horizons, and gain a deeper understanding of the world around us. Find Bruce at www.unsolicitedperspectives.com and on Instagram@unsolicited_perspectives
Dr. Adrienne Trier-Bieniek is a gender and media scholar who has published books on gender and pop culture, Beyoncé's influence in music, Tori Amos's fandom, as well as publications focused on the ways pop culture can help heal from trauma. Dr. Adrienne has been featured in publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, and NBC News and can be found at www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com or on Instagram @dr.adriennetb Supplemental teaching resources and more info for instructors is shared monthly via Dr. Adrienne's newsletter. Sign up at www.adriennetrier-Bieniek.com.Support the show here.(Unless you are a current student. In that case, keep your money and remember, on Wednesday's we wear pink.)
Wed, 20 Mar 2024 - 31 - Polyamory is Having a Moment: Understanding Non-Monogamy with Deanna Fierman
This week we are talking about all things non-monogamy with Deanna Fierman, a mental health therapist at All the Colors Counseling. The conversations ranges from the ways Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith revealed their relationship status (hint-they didn't do so in a super chill Facebook update), to Deanna's experience specializing in polyamorous relationships. Dr. Adrienne learns a lot about the ways people are counseled when they express an interest in having a non-monogamous relations and they discuss misconceptions related to polyamory, how counseling works for individuals or couples interested in such relationships, and societal views and acceptance of the same.
Deanna Fierman is a licensed professional counselor in Colorado who established All The Colors Counseling and Consulting to provide a welcoming space for non-monogamous and LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and polycules seeking support. Deanna has practiced psychotherapy in a wide variety of clinical settings since 2010, and has been an advocate, educator, consultant, and researcher in queer communities for decades. You can learn more about Deanna and her work at https://www.allthecolorscounseling.com/Dr. Adrienne Trier-Bieniek is a gender and media scholar who has published books on gender and pop culture, Beyoncé's influence in music, Tori Amos's fandom, as well as publications focused on the ways pop culture can help heal from trauma. Dr. Adrienne has been featured in publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, and NBC News and can be found at www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com or on Instagram @dr.adriennetb Supplemental teaching resources and more info for instructors is shared monthly via Dr. Adrienne's newsletter. Sign up at www.adriennetrier-Bieniek.com.
Support the show here.(Unless you are a current student. In that case, keep your money and remember, on Wednesday's we wear pink.)
Wed, 06 Mar 2024 - 30 - Is HGTV Real? With Kristina Browning
Here's a quick dad joke: Why did the scarecrow go into home renovation? Because he was outstanding in his field! This episode of most popular is a home reno crossover between a realtor/podcaster and a professor/podcaster. My guest is Kristina Browning, a licensed realtor and home functionality coach. We talk about the impact of home improvement shows, how their existence affects the realistic nature of home buying and renovation costs, and the pressure to create the perfect home. We touch on the sustainability aspect of home renovations and the influence of HGTV on viewers' perceptions of home aesthetics.
Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in Portland Oregon and a Home Functionality Coach® nationwide. Allergic to stagnation, she combines these two home-centric professions in a Podcast called Home Space and Reason. www.spaceandreason.com
Dr. Adrienne Trier-Bieniek is a gender and media scholar who has published books on gender and pop culture, Beyoncé's influence in music, Tori Amos's fandom, as well as publications focused on the ways pop culture can help heal from trauma. Dr. Adrienne has been featured in publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, and NBC News and can be found at www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com or on Instagram @dr.adriennetb Supplemental teaching resources and more info for instructors is shared monthly via Dr. Adrienne's newsletter. Sign up at www.adriennetrier-Bieniek.com.Support the show here.(Unless you are a current student. In that case, keep your money and remember, on Wednesday's we wear pink.)
Wed, 21 Feb 2024 - 29 - Queer Vibes Pod: LGBTQ voices on the air with Dr. Bruce Drushel
In this episode of Most Popular we talk about the history of queer representation in radio and what this looks like as podcasting has taken off. Dr. Bruce Drushel highlights , the impact of pop culture including how it influences societal norms, and serves as a platform for marginalized voices to be heard. We dive into the historical context of LGBTQ representation in media, the evolution of radio and podcasting as mediums, and the power of pop culture to shape our understanding of the world. We also talk about some of our favorite old Hollywood stars who were misunderstood! (Hello the genius that was Hedy Lamarr!)
Dr. Bruce Drushel is is Professor and Chair of the Department of Media, Journalism and Film at Miami University. His teaching and research interests are in the areas of media policy, audiences, media history, and LGBTQ representation in electronic media and film. He is founding co-editor of the journal Queer Studies in Media & Popular Culture and has served as guest-editor of special issues of Journal of Homosexuality, Journal of American Culture, and Reconstruction: Studies in Contemporary Culture. He has edited or co-edited five books including LGBTQ Culture: The Changing Landscape (Routledge, 2021) and Star Trek: Fan Phenomenon (Intellect Books, 2013).
Dr. Adrienne Trier-Bieniek is a gender and media scholar who has published books on gender and pop culture, Beyoncé's influence in music, Tori Amos's fandom, as well as publications focused on the ways pop culture can help heal from trauma. Dr. Adrienne has been featured in publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, and NBC News and can be found at www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com or on Instagram @dr.adriennetb Supplemental teaching resources and more info for instructors is shared monthly via Dr. Adrienne's newsletter. Sign up at www.adriennetrier-Bieniek.com.
Support the show here.(Unless you are a current student. In that case, keep your money and remember, on Wednesday's we wear pink.)Wed, 21 Feb 2024 - 28 - Did the Eras Tour Save the Economy? A Conversation with Dr. Cecilia Rio
Welcome to the summer of ’23 trifeceta! We are talking about the economic impact of Barbie, Beyoncé, and Taylor Swift with Dr. Cecilia Rio, an economist with a focus on gender and race. The episode delves into the impact of pop culture on the economy, particularly Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, Beyonce's Renaissance Tour, and the film Barbie. Dr. Rio discusses the connection between women's empowerment and economic influence, emphasizing the changing roles of women in society and their increased purchasing power. We talk about what makes a feminist economy and the ways unpaid labor goes unrecognized. As the conversation moves to understanding the impact of technology on gender and society, we end with a brief discussion of the writers and actors strikes.
Dr. Cecilia Rio is a interdisciplinary scholar and an Associate Professor of Women's Studies from Towson University in Maryland. Dr. Rio is an economist who specializes in the political economy of race, class, and gender, as well as The U.S. political economy. Her research can be found in several journals including Critical Sociology where she talks about topics like race in feminist economics.
Dr. Adrienne Trier-Bieniek is a gender and media scholar who has published books on gender and pop culture, Beyoncé's influence in music, Tori Amos's fandom, as well as publications focused on the ways pop culture can help heal from trauma. Dr. Adrienne has been featured in publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, and NBC News and can be found at www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com or on Instagram @dr.adriennetb Supplemental teaching resources and more info for instructors is shared monthly via Dr. Adrienne's newsletter. Sign up at www.adriennetrier-Bieniek.com.
Support the show here.(Unless you are a current student. In that case, keep your money and remember, on Wednesday's we wear pink.)Wed, 07 Feb 2024 - 27 - Choice in Close-Up: Women's Health as Storylines in Popular Culture with Steph Herold
In this episode of Most Popular, Dr. Adrienne Trier-Bieniek talks with researcher Steph Herold from Abortion Onscreen about the television series Little Fires Everywhere which premiered on Hulu in 2020. Steph's research in public health led to focus groups with multiple women where she asked them specifically about the teenage character of Lexie who, through a series of events, ends a pregnancy. While this alone is a significant twist for a character, Lexie also represents many of the troupes found in discussions of popular culture. We talk about those troupes and much more in this conversation.
Steph Herold, MPH, is a Research Analyst who studies the portrayal of abortion on television and in film with Abortion Onscreen team. With over fifteen years of experience in the reproductive health, rights, and justice fields, Steph has been the recipient of several awards, served on multiple boards related to health, and has published dozens of pieces of research in academic journals. Information on Steph Harold's research can be found at https://www.ansirh.org/about/staff/steph-herold-mph
Dr. Adrienne Trier-Bieniek is a gender and media scholar who has published books on gender and pop culture, Beyoncé's influence in music, Tori Amos's fandom, as well as publications focused on the ways pop culture can help heal from trauma. Dr. Adrienne has been featured in publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, and NBC News and can be found at www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com or on Instagram @dr.adriennetb Supplemental teaching resources and more info for instructors is shared monthly via Dr. Adrienne's newsletter. Sign up at www.adriennetrier-Bieniek.com.
Support the show here.(Unless you are a current student. In that case, keep your money and remember, on Wednesday's we wear pink.)Wed, 07 Feb 2024 - 26 - Season 2 is on the way!
And I'm back! Most Popular has been on a bit of a hiatus while life took over. I've missed talking with people about the ways society is impacted by pop culture! New episodes will begin again on February 7th, because on Wednesday's we wear pink and learn some stuff! Take a few minutes to listen to my plans for this new season and, as always, if you rate, review and subscribe I would be most grateful!
About the host:
Dr. Adrienne Trier-Bieniek is a gender and media scholar who has published books on gender and pop culture, Beyoncé's influence in music, Tori Amos's fandom, as well as publications focused on the ways pop culture can help heal from trauma. Dr. Adrienne has been featured in publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, and NBC News and can be found at www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com or on Instagram @dr.adriennetb Supplemental teaching resources and more info for instructors is shared monthly via Dr. Adrienne's newsletter. Sign up at www.adriennetrier-Bieniek.com.Fri, 05 Jan 2024 - 25 - What has happened Since Combahee?
Listen in as I talk with Dr. Dara Nix-Stevenson (@sincecombahee) as we talk about the roots of the Combahee River Collective, the connection between the history of the Black feminist movement, and what the future of social movements surrounding equality will look like. Dr. Dara Nix-Stevenson is an educator and founder of the the Instagram account Since Combahee (@sincecombahee). For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Tue, 24 Jan 2023 - 24 - The Backstage of Education
In this episode I speak with two women in education. The first is a school board member for Orange County Public Schools. We talk about what kids need in order to be successful students. The second works as a counselor for a rural school district in Virginia. We talk about the challenges mental health workers face in the K-5 system.For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Tue, 24 Jan 2023 - 23 - Technology and Society
Listen to a fascinating conversation on the ways technology has become engulfed in society. Featuring experts in the tech field, sociology of digital culture, and cyber crimes.Guest include:Dr. Lee Paulsen, Project KuiperDr. Deborah Lupton, University of South Wales, Sydney Dr. Trisha Charles, Valencia CollegeDr. Doug Charles, Hillburough CollegeFor more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Fri, 13 Jan 2023 - 22 - Breaking Down the Stigma of Weight with Dr. Erin Harrop
In this episode Dr. Erin Harrop talks about their research in the area of atypical anorexia. We discuss weight-related stigma, being a researcher that studies what they know, and how to care for people when they are working through an eating disorder.If eating disorders are triggering for you, please take care while you listen. Valencia College students have counseling resources available through Baycare.
Wed, 27 Oct 2021 - 21 - Taking Care of our Mental Health with Dr. Aileen Fullchange
For this podcast I speak licensed psychologist Dr. Aileen Fullchange, an expert in several fields. We talk about trauma, how trauma manifests in bodies and how various intersectionalities make trauma even more complex.As you listen, please take care of yourself. Valencia College students have access to counseling services via Baycare.More information can be found at www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com
Wed, 27 Oct 2021 - 19 - Having Faith in Yourself: Talking with the Rev. Dr. Megan Rohrer
The Rev. Dr. Megan Rohrer is the first openly transgender pastor ordained in the Lutheran church. The pastor of Grace Lutheran Church and the Community Chaplain Coordinator for the San Francisco Police Department, Megan served for over a decade as a chaplain for the homeless and hungry in San Francisco. Megan's spiritual talents have been featured on Queer Eye and in Cosmo. Listen in as Megan talks about what gives them hope in 2020, how one becomes a reverend doctor, and what advances have made LGBTQ+ folks more visible. For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Tue, 14 Jul 2020 - 18 - Theater Kids Forever! With Nick Bazo
Nick Bazo is the Education Director for the Garden Theater in Winter Garden Florida. Listen in as we talk about what an arts-based education means, how theatre and activism are connected, and how doing theater during a pandemic can help kids express their emotions.For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Thu, 09 Jul 2020 - 17 - Finding Art Online
What impact does art have on the community? Listen in as Dr. Wendy Givoglu talks about what community art means, the use of social media to share arts-based news and the importance of a thriving art scene for millennials.For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Tue, 30 Jun 2020 - 16 - Existing in a Celebrity Society with Dr. Samita Nandy
Listen in as Dr. Samita Nandy breaks down how celebrity culture is studied, why it affects our daily lives, and shares her behind-the-scenes knowledge of fame and the impact it can have a society. For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Wed, 24 Jun 2020 - 15 - Laughter is our Connection with Juliette Burton
For this episode, I speak with the very talented comedienne, Juliette Burton. Juliette's award-winning one-woman shows have taken a cutting edge approach to smashing the shame and stigma associated with mental illness. Through comedy, Juliette tells the stories of her life, while also presenting an unfiltered look at what it is like to live with mental illness. You can find out more about Juliette, including links to her shows and social media, at www.julietteburton.co.ukFor more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Tue, 28 Apr 2020 - 13 - Journalism in 2020
Over the last few years there has been a growing discussion and debate about what journalism is. The term “fake news” has become extraordinarily prevalent in our public discussions. And, we’ve seen social media provide loose examples of news, with companies like Facebook and Twitter coming under fire for incorrect and often detrimental posts. There is a lot to unpack and in this discussion Elizabeth Chuck helps me break down what reporting is, the work journalists go through, and why it is so important to understand where your news is coming from.Elizabeth Chuck is a senior writer at NBC News Digital who covers health and health policy, with a focus on issues affecting women and children.For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Wed, 29 Jan 2020 - 12 - Claiming Media for Women of Color
In this podcast I talk with Dr. Tia C.M. Tyree. We talk about her work before becoming an academic, her scholarship surrounding social media, and the undeniable intersection of race, gender, and pop culture. About Dr. Tyree: Dr. Tia C. M. Tyree is a Professor at Howard University. She teaches graduate and undergraduate communications courses with a focus on strategic communications, social media and African Americans. Her research interests include hip hop, rap, reality television, film, social media as well as African-American and female representations in media. For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Tue, 14 Jan 2020 - 11 - All Rise for the Queen!
On this podcast I talk with my friend and Ms. Wheelchair Michigan 2016 Jamie Spore. Jamie was born over forty years ago with the spinal cord defect Spina Bifida, as well as the incurable brain condition, Hydrocephalus. Jamie’s mother taught her at a young age about the importance of advocacy making Jamie very passionate about advocating and educating on the topics of visible and invisible disabilities, Spina Bifida, Hydrocephalus, Depression, and Anxiety. In 2016, Jamie was crowned Ms. Wheelchair Michigan. Throughout her reign, Jamie traveled around the Midwest sharing her platform, “Choose Hope,” and sharing her story to encourage people of all abilities and disabilities to have hope in the face of adversity.We talk about all of these things as well as Jamie's penchant for jumping out of airplanes. For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Tue, 07 Jan 2020 - 8 - A Real Life Leslie Knope!
This week I am talking about women in politics and leadership with my guest Tracy Hall. Listen for all the suggestions about running for office but also because Tracy is as close to Leslie Knope as most of us will ever get! (Make today "Treat Yo' Self" day!) Tracy Hall is a proud progressive democrat. She’s been a college educator for over 15 years teaching political science, sociology, and gender and women’s studies courses. She is currently serving a second term on the Kalamazoo County Board of Commissioners and serves on many Kalamazoo County Advisory Boards including the Kalamazoo Public Housing Commission, Kalamazoo Area Transportation Study, and Discover Kalamazoo as well as community boards including the 60th District Service Office, CARES, OutFront, and the YWCA Nominating Committee.For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Wed, 16 Oct 2019 - 7 - LGBT Life as Seen on TV
If you've watched Orange is the New Black, or if you've had any finger on the pop culture pulse over the last seven years, you'd know that the show has received acclaim and critique for its representation of lgbtq people. In this episode I talk with Dr. Carrie Buist, an expert in gender, criminology, and lgbt representation about what it means to be queer and incarcerated. We talk about what terms like "queer" mean, and discuss how criminology relates to pop culture. We add some levity by discussing an ex-"Real Housewife", and by both realizing we love Ruby Rose-even if we can't always remember her name.For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Tue, 08 Oct 2019 - 6 - Underground Hip-Hop and Untold Stories
Join my guest, Dr. Kwame Harrison, and I as we talk about the roots of hip-hop, the dynamics of underground hip-hop, and the connection between race and rap music. Our conversation moves from the relationship between race and hip hop to the life of the writing and Green Book founder James "Billboard" Jackson. The premise of Hamilton rings true, "Who tells your story?" We talk about untold stories like Jackson and why some lives get highlighted and other do not.For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Tue, 01 Oct 2019 - 5 - Social Media Activists, #metoo, and Chocolate!
On this episode we are talking about activism with my guest Dr. Amanda Pullum. With the rise of social movements like #metoo, March for Our Lives, and the Women's March, we have see lots more talk of activism brewing. What is a social movement? How do they affect folks in everyday life? Most importantly, how can both Chocolate and musicals be traced back to activism in less than three degrees? It can be done. Take a listen and find out more!For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Tue, 24 Sep 2019 - 4 - Women who make us LOL!
This episode is all about the funny women we love! Let's talk about how gender plays a role in comedy with my guest, Dr. Sarah Fryett. We discuss our mutual love of Nanette, the root of women's comedy, and our favorite funny women of all time. Join us for a discussion of the ways gender inequality is addressed via our most humorous women!For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Tue, 17 Sep 2019 - 3 - Superheros of the Community
Every community has people who are their superheros. In this episode, I talk with Kate Powers, COO of Ele's Place in Lansing, Michigan. Ele's Place is a center which aids children and teenagers who are grieving. We talk about what a nonprofit is, the role they play in communities, and the role Ele's Place plays in helping children develop. For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 - 2 - First Episode! Food, Glorious Food!
On my very first episode I talk about food insecurity and food inequality with my favorite foodie friend and poverty expert Michael Gillespie. We discuss food fads, baking shows, bread, and how all of this translates to people not getting enough to eat. In particular, how the lack of nutrition and affordable food affects college students. For more information and teaching resources please visit www.adriennetrier-bieniek.com.
Tue, 03 Sep 2019 - 1 - Introducing Most Popular!
Welcome to Most Popular! Here is a preview of what to expect! New episodes launch September 4, 2019.
Tue, 27 Aug 2019
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