http://www.howstuffworks.com What's the culture of scent? How do weddings work? Join Tracy and Holly as they delve into the science behind pop culture in PopStuff, a podcast by HowStuffWorks.com. en-us Copyright 2012 Discovery Communications LLC Wed, 23 May 2012 12:53:24 -0400 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) popstuff@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) 60 TV & Film http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/popstuff.jpg http://www.howstuffworks.com podcast@howstuffworks.com HowStuffWorks.com HowStuffWorks.com no Popstuff, howstuffworks, entertainment, fans, movies, tv, games, tracy wilson, holly frey PopStuff What's the culture of scent? How do weddings work? Join Tracy and Holly as they delve into the science behind pop culture in PopStuff, a podcast by HowStuffWorks.com. http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-23-popstuff-weddings.mp3 Love them or hate them, weddings are a part of our lives. But why are they so expensive, and why does everyone feel entitled to judge everyone else’s nuptials? Wed, 23 May 2012 12:52:35 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-23-popstuff-weddings.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, weddings, matrimony, culture, relationships 00:40:23 Love them or hate them, weddings are a part of our lives. But why are they so expensive, and why does everyone feel entitled to judge everyone else’s nuptials? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-21-popstuff-perfume.mp3 Have you ever wondered what Tracy and Holly smell like? They’ll tell you! They’re also eager to talk about how people use and perceive perfume, and why cottage-industry perfumeries attract such devoted followings. Mon, 21 May 2012 15:34:27 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-21-popstuff-perfume.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, perfume, scent, cologne, smell, olfactory 00:36:41 Have you ever wondered what Tracy and Holly smell like? They’ll tell you! They’re also eager to talk about how people use and perceive perfume, and why cottage-industry perfumeries attract such devoted followings. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-16-popstuff-astrology.mp3 Tracy and Holly both have some embarrassing confessions to kick this one off. What is it about astrology and horoscopes that makes even non-believers check their sign’s daily predictions? Is there really science that validates astrology? Wed, 16 May 2012 11:57:30 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-16-popstuff-astrology.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, astrology, horoscope, zodiac, science 00:23:34 Tracy and Holly both have some embarrassing confessions to kick this one off. What is it about astrology and horoscopes that makes even non-believers check their sign’s daily predictions? Is there really science that validates astrology? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-14-popstuff-collections.mp3 Is it true that everyone collects something? Many of us feel compelled to acquire and curate our hearts’ desires, but why are we so attached to this idea? Which one of the PopStuff gals is most likely to be a hoarder? Mon, 14 May 2012 12:14:51 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-14-popstuff-collections.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, collections, personality, compulsion, curation, psychology 00:30:22 Is it true that everyone collects something? Many of us feel compelled to acquire and curate our hearts’ desires, but why are we so attached to this idea? Which one of the PopStuff gals is most likely to be a hoarder? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-09-popstuff-running-playlists.mp3 Good tunes can make the difference between a mediocre run and a great one. What music moves Tracy and Holly to run, and why are they drawn to their favorite workout songs? Tune in to find out. Wed, 09 May 2012 12:56:44 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-09-popstuff-running-playlists.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, running, music, exercise, exercise playlist, work out, cardio 00:39:21 Good tunes can make the difference between a mediocre run and a great one. What music moves Tracy and Holly to run, and why are they drawn to their favorite workout songs? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-07-popstuff-franchise-reboots.mp3 How long should something exist before it’s remade, and what’s the difference between a reboot and a remake? Tracy and Holly dish on the good, the bad and the groan-worthy movie, television, comics and video game do-overs. Mon, 07 May 2012 12:24:31 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-07-popstuff-franchise-reboots.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, reboot, remake, franchise, film, tv, comics 00:32:10 How long should something exist before it’s remade, and what’s the difference between a reboot and a remake? Tracy and Holly dish on the good, the bad and the groan-worthy movie, television, comics and video game do-overs. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-02-popstuff-comic-book-movies.mp3 Since comic books are a visual medium, it seems natural to translate them to the silver screen. Why then, do so many adaptations of comic books flop as movies? Tracy and Holly ponder this matter, and share their lists of favorites and not-so-favorites. Wed, 02 May 2012 11:45:38 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-05-02-popstuff-comic-book-movies.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, comic books, film adaptation, cinema, graphic novel 00:35:27 Since comic books are a visual medium, it seems natural to translate them to the silver screen. Why then, do so many adaptations of comic books flop as movies? Tracy and Holly ponder this matter, and share their lists of favorites and not-so-favorites. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-30-popstuff-diamonds.mp3 Is a diamond really a girl’s best friend? Tracy and Holly aren’t so sure. They’ll hash out the history of the diamond engagement ring, and debate over the merits of the whole concept. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:39:50 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-30-popstuff-diamonds.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, diamond, engagement, culture, diamond engagement ring, history 00:35:22 Is a diamond really a girl’s best friend? Tracy and Holly aren’t so sure. They’ll hash out the history of the diamond engagement ring, and debate over the merits of the whole concept. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-25-popstuff-pax.mp3 Concerts, exhibits, panels -- the Penny Arcade Expo has become a huge show for all things geek, but it remains a gaming paradise. Tracy shares her experiences from this year’s PAX East, and her enchantment with the many independent games she saw there. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:34:07 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-25-popstuff-pax.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, pax east, penny arcade, gaming, penny arcade expo, 00:30:04 Concerts, exhibits, panels -- the Penny Arcade Expo has become a huge show for all things geek, but it remains a gaming paradise. Tracy shares her experiences from this year’s PAX East, and her enchantment with the many independent games she saw there. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-23-popstuff-crazy-pet-people.mp3 Some people think of pets as their children, while others think that’s ridiculous. Spending on pets has dipped slightly in the recent past, but why? There’s also talk of rescue organizations and whether or not it’s OK to put clothes on your furry friends. Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:08:42 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-23-popstuff-crazy-pet-people.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, pets, pet people, cat lady, veterinarian, rescue organizations 00:36:12 Some people think of pets as their children, while others think that’s ridiculous. Spending on pets has dipped slightly in the recent past, but why? There’s also talk of rescue organizations and whether or not it’s OK to put clothes on your furry friends. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-18-popstuff-art-shirt.mp3 Is a T-shirt just a thing to keep you from being naked, or is it art? How do graphics on T-shirts represent you, and how are Web sites opening the door to cottage industry? How do Tracy and Holly categorize their shirts, and do they own any crass ones? Wed, 18 Apr 2012 11:26:23 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-18-popstuff-art-shirt.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, t-shirt, fashion, aesthetic, clothing, art 00:30:57 Is a T-shirt just a thing to keep you from being naked, or is it art? How do graphics on T-shirts represent you, and how are Web sites opening the door to cottage industry? How do Tracy and Holly categorize their shirts, and do they own any crass ones? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-16-popstuff-trendy-foods.mp3 Cupcakes, bacon, sriracha. Food has trends, just like fashion. Why do some edibles garner nearly cult-like followings? Tracy and Holly talk about their favorite fashionable treats, and touch on a few that are on the way out of the spotlight. Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:34:09 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-16-popstuff-trendy-foods.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, food, trendy food, cupcakes, dessert, fads 00:35:54 Cupcakes, bacon, sriracha. Food has trends, just like fashion. Why do some edibles garner nearly cult-like followings? Tracy and Holly talk about their favorite fashionable treats, and touch on a few that are on the way out of the spotlight. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-11-popstuff-joss-whedon.mp3 He creates worlds and characters that fans fall in love with, but what is it, really, about Joss Whedon’s work that’s so engaging? Can the soon-to-be-released film projects “Cabin in the Woods” and “The Avengers” draw us in with that same Whedon magic? Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:24:38 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-11-popstuff-joss-whedon.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, joss whedon, entertainment, avengers, film, television 00:35:58 He creates worlds and characters that fans fall in love with, but what is it, really, about Joss Whedon’s work that’s so engaging? Can the soon-to-be-released film projects “Cabin in the Woods” and “The Avengers” draw us in with that same Whedon magic? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-09-popstuff-running.mp3 Running continues to grow in popularity, but are all runners happy about that? Holly and Tracy talk about their experiences at races, their training, their gear and yes, their injuries, all while debating the merits of this hobby/sport/fitness regimen. Mon, 09 Apr 2012 11:22:07 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-09-popstuff-running.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, running, exercise, fitness, marathon, race, training 00:53:03 Running continues to grow in popularity, but are all runners happy about that? Holly and Tracy talk about their experiences at races, their training, their gear and yes, their injuries, all while debating the merits of this hobby/sport/fitness regimen. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-04-popstuff-swearing.mp3 Swearing promotes group bonding, but does it also rob you of your class? We know it’s not for best princess behavior, but when is cursing appropriate? Can Tracy and Holly keep it clean while weighing the merits of “bad” words? (The answer is yes.) Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:42:23 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-04-popstuff-swearing.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, swearing, cursing, profanity, society, mores, etiquette 00:39:50 Swearing promotes group bonding, but does it also rob you of your class? We know it’s not for best princess behavior, but when is cursing appropriate? Can Tracy and Holly keep it clean while weighing the merits of “bad” words? (The answer is yes.) HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-02-popstuff-bugs-mickey.mp3 One’s a wisecracking rabbit and the other’s a giggling mouse. Both have devoted fans. How did these famous animated rodents get their starts and nestle into their niches, and why has only one reached juggernaut status? Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:09:57 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-04-02-popstuff-bugs-mickey.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, mickey mouse, bugs bunny, cartoon, disney, loony tunes, animation 00:35:01 One’s a wisecracking rabbit and the other’s a giggling mouse. Both have devoted fans. How did these famous animated rodents get their starts and nestle into their niches, and why has only one reached juggernaut status? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-28-popstuff-manic-pixie.mp3 She’s quirky, nutty and totally unfettered. She shows brooding screen heroes that life is full of fun and wonder. She’s Manic Pixie Dream Girl, and her roots as a cinema archetype go back further than you probably suspect. Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:06:05 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-28-popstuff-manic-pixie.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, manic pixie dream girl, archetype, folklore, 00:30:50 She’s quirky, nutty and totally unfettered. She shows brooding screen heroes that life is full of fun and wonder. She’s Manic Pixie Dream Girl, and her roots as a cinema archetype go back further than you probably suspect. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-26-popstuff-prom.mp3 It’s exciting, it’s a rite of passage, it’s expensive and often a letdown. Few people look back on their proms and think “That was one of the greatest nights of my life!” Tracy and Holly relay memories of their proms and the origins of this tradition. Mon, 26 Mar 2012 15:51:15 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-26-popstuff-prom.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, prom, promenade, culture, high school, society 00:36:34 It’s exciting, it’s a rite of passage, it’s expensive and often a letdown. Few people look back on their proms and think “That was one of the greatest nights of my life!” Tracy and Holly relay memories of their proms and the origins of this tradition. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-21-popstuff-guillty-pleasures.mp3 Psychologists agree: Guilt is actually good for you. So go ahead and indulge your love of “Weekend at Bernie’s” and other low-brow entertainment. Tracy and Holly will get you started by confessing what trashy things they love. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 13:21:00 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-21-popstuff-guillty-pleasures.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, guilt, guilty pleasures, psychology, entertainment, opinion 00:40:32 Psychologists agree: Guilt is actually good for you. So go ahead and indulge your love of “Weekend at Bernie’s” and other low-brow entertainment. Tracy and Holly will get you started by confessing what trashy things they love. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-19-popstuff-violence-books.mp3 It’s natural to want to shield kids from evil and darkness, but could there be a place for such themes in media aimed at young people? Tracy and Holly have researched the value of violence, and noticed how much of it there is in well-loved children’s entertainment. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:55:03 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-19-popstuff-violence-books.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, violence, children, young adult, literature, film, media, adolescence 00:28:08 It’s natural to want to shield kids from evil and darkness, but could there be a place for such themes in media aimed at young people? Tracy and Holly have researched the value of violence, and noticed how much of it there is in well-loved children’s entertainment. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-14-popstuff-saint-patricks.mp3 In the U.S., we tend to think of St. Patrick’s Day as a green-tinted street party with loads of drinking and leprechauns. But what are the holiday’s real roots, and how did they get lost in a sea of plastic pots of gold and green beer? Wed, 14 Mar 2012 13:17:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-14-popstuff-saint-patricks.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, st. patrick's day, green 00:27:01 In the U.S., we tend to think of St. Patrick’s Day as a green-tinted street party with loads of drinking and leprechauns. But what are the holiday’s real roots, and how did they get lost in a sea of plastic pots of gold and green beer? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-12-popstuff-snow-white.mp3 The Snow White story has always been popular, but lately, everyone seems to have a version of it to tell. Which ones are Tracy and Holly excited about, which ones make them cringe and why are we all so fascinated by this story? Mon, 12 Mar 2012 08:55:52 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-12-popstuff-snow-white.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, snow white, fairy tale, 00:27:27 The Snow White story has always been popular, but lately, everyone seems to have a version of it to tell. Which ones are Tracy and Holly excited about, which ones make them cringe and why are we all so fascinated by this story? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-07-popstuff-books-movies.mp3 Adapting a book into a film is no easy task, and fans of books are often disappointed by the versions of their favorite stories that end up on the big screen. What literature-inspired films do Tracy and Holly love and loathe? Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:27:29 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-07-popstuff-books-movies.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, film, books, movies, film adaptions, literature 00:40:38 Adapting a book into a film is no easy task, and fans of books are often disappointed by the versions of their favorite stories that end up on the big screen. What literature-inspired films do Tracy and Holly love and loathe? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-05-popstuff-bechdel-test.mp3 The Bechdel test is a basic set of rules to gauge the representation of women in films. While it’s an interesting tool, Tracy and Holly think there are a lot of incredible films that completely fail this test (and many bombs that pass with flying colors). Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:34:45 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-03-05-popstuff-bechdel-test.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, bechdel test, film, movie, gender 00:28:55 The Bechdel test is a basic set of rules to gauge the representation of women in films. While it’s an interesting tool, Tracy and Holly think there are a lot of incredible films that completely fail this test (and many bombs that pass with flying colors). HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-29-popstuff-release-the-hounds.mp3 If you were an online celeb, would you use your power for good or for evil? Join Tracy and Holly as they discuss those Internet moments when influential people mobilize their followers, sometimes with ill intent. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 13:23:10 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-29-popstuff-release-the-hounds.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, online celebrity, followers, internet conflicts, entertainment 00:33:55 If you were an online celeb, would you use your power for good or for evil? Join Tracy and Holly as they discuss those Internet moments when influential people mobilize their followers, sometimes with ill intent. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-27-popstuff-internet-friends.mp3 Are the friends you make online the real deal? Tracy and Holly say they are, but the research is divided. Is the Internet the ideal place for shy people to reach out, or is online socializing just creating a world of detached, lonely people? Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:34:52 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-27-popstuff-internet-friends.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, online arguments, celebrities, conflict, herd mentality, 00:47:13 Are the friends you make online the real deal? Tracy and Holly say they are, but the research is divided. Is the Internet the ideal place for shy people to reach out, or is online socializing just creating a world of detached, lonely people? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-22-popstuff-oscars.mp3 It’s Oscar time, and we have costume nominees on the brain. Tracy and Holly talk about the 2012 contenders and give their thoughts on the costumes in each of the films. There’s also some ranting about bodices. Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:19:24 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-22-popstuff-oscars.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, oscars, awards, nominations, entertainment 00:38:30 It’s Oscar time, and we have costume nominees on the brain. Tracy and Holly talk about the 2012 contenders and give their thoughts on the costumes in each of the films. There’s also some ranting about bodices. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-20-popstuff-drag-queens.mp3 Glittery, glamorous drag queens – Holly and Tracy love them. But what is drag, exactly? What social trends cause the popularity of queens to wax and wane? And why do straight girls love RuPaul and his tribe so much? Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:37:58 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-20-popstuff-drag-queens.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, drag queens, lgbt, rupaul, drag show 00:32:28 Glittery, glamorous drag queens – Holly and Tracy love them. But what is drag, exactly? What social trends cause the popularity of queens to wax and wane? And why do straight girls love RuPaul and his tribe so much? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-15-popstuff-road-trips.mp3 Get in the car! Why does the thought of hitting the open road conjure up a sense of freedom for some, and dread for others? Tracy and Holly are ready to pack their bags and floor it on an adventure through the rules and thrills of the road trip. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:25:02 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-15-popstuff-road-trips.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, road trips, travel, pop culture, 00:35:56 Get in the car! Why does the thought of hitting the open road conjure up a sense of freedom for some, and dread for others? Tracy and Holly are ready to pack their bags and floor it on an adventure through the rules and thrills of the road trip. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-13-popstuff-celebrity-couples.mp3 Being famous puts a unique spin on romance, and a level of pressure non-celebs never have to deal with. Beyond nicknames like Brangelina, what is it that fascinates us about the loves of the famous, and which celebrity couples do Tracy and Holly love? Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:51:52 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-13-popstuff-celebrity-couples.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, celebrity, romance, gossip, fame, brangelina, tomkat 00:47:13 Being famous puts a unique spin on romance, and a level of pressure non-celebs never have to deal with. Beyond nicknames like Brangelina, what is it that fascinates us about the loves of the famous, and which celebrity couples do Tracy and Holly love? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-08-popstuff-ruin-love.mp3 Do you believe in love at first sight? How about soul mates? Movies and TV shows certainly seem to. Holly and Tracy talk about whether movies are setting us up for failed romance, and about Tracy's complicated relationship with the romantic comedy. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:14:28 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-08-popstuff-ruin-love.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, romance, romcom, love, relationships, soul mates, entertainment 00:40:30 Do you believe in love at first sight? How about soul mates? Movies and TV shows certainly seem to. Holly and Tracy talk about whether movies are setting us up for failed romance, and about Tracy's complicated relationship with the romantic comedy. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-06-popstuff-urban-legends.mp3 Razor-bladed apples, hooks dangling from car doors, alligators in the sewer ... if you believe in urban legends, the world is overrun with danger. Tracy and Holly get to the bottom of where these stories come from and why we can't stop sharing them. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:16:49 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-06-popstuff-urban-legends.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, urban legend, stories, folklore, culture, fear 00:32:55 Razor-bladed apples, hooks dangling from car doors, alligators in the sewer ... if you believe in urban legends, the world is overrun with danger. Tracy and Holly get to the bottom of where these stories come from and why we can't stop sharing them. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-01-popstuff-disney-princess.mp3 Many critics feel that the Disney princesses are setting poor examples for young girls and are setting the women’s movement back by decades. Tracy and (admittedly biased) Holly point out what’s good about these animated silver-screened heroines. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:25:38 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-02-01-popstuff-disney-princess.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, disney, pop culture, disney princesses, role models 00:49:42 Many critics feel that the Disney princesses are setting poor examples for young girls and are setting the women’s movement back by decades. Tracy and (admittedly biased) Holly point out what’s good about these animated silver-screened heroines. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-30-popstuff-studio-ghibli.mp3 It’s the Japanese film studio where magic seems to come from. From "Totoro" to "Ponyo" and all points in between, why are Studio Ghibli’s films so mesmerizing to Western audiences, and what’s a radish spirit? Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:38:32 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-30-popstuff-studio-ghibli.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, studio ghibli, totoro, ponyo, film, animation 00:39:45 It’s the Japanese film studio where magic seems to come from. From "Totoro" to "Ponyo" and all points in between, why are Studio Ghibli’s films so mesmerizing to Western audiences, and what’s a radish spirit? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-25-popstuff-available-3d.mp3 Is 3-D just a gimmick, or is it really a valid tool for film makers? Tracy and Holly both saw “Hugo” and loved it, and now they can’t stop talking about the merits and perils of 3-D cinema (and Holly’s crush on Sacha Baron Cohen). Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:57:06 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-25-popstuff-available-3d.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, 3-d, film, video, cinema 00:49:34 Is 3-D just a gimmick, or is it really a valid tool for film makers? Tracy and Holly both saw “Hugo” and loved it, and now they can’t stop talking about the merits and perils of 3-D cinema (and Holly’s crush on Sacha Baron Cohen). HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-23-popstuff-brunch.mp3 It’s a social meal and often involves ham and adult beverages. What’s not to love? In this episode, Tracy and Holly deconstruct brunch and discuss whether it’s the ultimate hipster repast. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:23:07 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-23-popstuff-brunch.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks,holly, tracy, brunch, food, breakfast, society, pop culture, opinion 00:35:17 It’s a social meal and often involves ham and adult beverages. What’s not to love? In this episode, Tracy and Holly deconstruct brunch and discuss whether it’s the ultimate hipster repast. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-18-popstuff-replay.mp3 Do you have a movie that may as well be permanently implanted in your DVD player? Or a game that you have to play over and over? Tracy and Holly share their fave replayables, and discuss what makes some media so very addictive. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:37:45 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-18-popstuff-replay.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, movies, favorite, video, content 00:41:08 Do you have a movie that may as well be permanently implanted in your DVD player? Or a game that you have to play over and over? Tracy and Holly share their fave replayables, and discuss what makes some media so very addictive. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-16-popstuff-gossip.mp3 OMG, did you hear the dirt on Tracy and Holly? Oh, for real – they are totally talking smack about gossip and acting like it’s totally OK to talk about other people. Seriously! Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:06:05 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-16-popstuff-gossip.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, gossip, rumor, hearsay, relationships, communication 00:34:49 OMG, did you hear the dirt on Tracy and Holly? Oh, for real – they are totally talking smack about gossip and acting like it’s totally OK to talk about other people. Seriously! HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-11-popstuff-superstitions.mp3 Why do rational people believe in things like lucky numbers and good luck charms? Knocking on wood can’t possibly keep bad things from happening, can it? Holly’s openly superstitious. Tracy is less so. But nobody in the podcast wants to hex anything. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:56:17 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-11-popstuff-superstitions.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, superstition, opinion, skepticism, tradition 00:37:20 Why do rational people believe in things like lucky numbers and good luck charms? Knocking on wood can’t possibly keep bad things from happening, can it? Holly’s openly superstitious. Tracy is less so. But nobody in the podcast wants to hex anything. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-09-popstuff-baby-names.mp3 What’s in a name? Everything, apparently. Everyone has an opinion about baby names, even if they’re not parents. Tracy and Holly also have opinions, and they’re wondering why we all get so wrapped up in what other people decide to call their offspring. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:51:18 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-09-popstuff-baby-names.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, baby names, pop culture, etymology, names 00:38:29 What’s in a name? Everything, apparently. Everyone has an opinion about baby names, even if they’re not parents. Tracy and Holly also have opinions, and they’re wondering why we all get so wrapped up in what other people decide to call their offspring. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-04-popstuff-culture-dieting.mp3 Odds are good you know someone who is on a diet right now. Tracy and Holly traverse the ins and outs of diet fads, healthy eating and finding ways to be realistic and sensible while still enjoying delicious favorites. Also, Holly praises Tracy a lot. Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:11:38 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-04-popstuff-culture-dieting.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, dieting, nutrition, weight, diet fad 00:40:32 Odds are good you know someone who is on a diet right now. Tracy and Holly traverse the ins and outs of diet fads, healthy eating and finding ways to be realistic and sensible while still enjoying delicious favorites. Also, Holly praises Tracy a lot. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-02-popstuff-new-years-resolution.mp3 It’s that magical time when many people set the goals for the year that they fully expect to abandon by mid-January. Tracy and Holly share their resolutions for 2012, and dig through the research to find out why some people stick to resolutions while others struggle. Mon, 02 Jan 2012 09:31:42 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2012-01-02-popstuff-new-years-resolution.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, resolutions, new years, nye 00:29:25 It’s that magical time when many people set the goals for the year that they fully expect to abandon by mid-January. Tracy and Holly share their resolutions for 2012, and dig through the research to find out why some people stick to resolutions while others struggle. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-28-popstuff-build-southerner.mp3 Every region gets misrepresented in television and film, but it seems the South gets the lion’s share of stereotyping. Because Tracy and Holly live in the South, they’re experts on Southerners, and they’re ready to educate film and television industry. Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:21:55 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-28-popstuff-build-southerner.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, film, tv, southerner, stereotypes 00:38:16 Every region gets misrepresented in television and film, but it seems the South gets the lion’s share of stereotyping. Because Tracy and Holly live in the South, they’re experts on Southerners, and they’re ready to educate film and television industry. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-26-popstuff-tv-bosses.mp3 They can’t all be Michael Scott. (We wouldn’t want them to be.) What makes a television boss endearing or upsetting? As a boss of things, Tracy has different criteria than Holly, but they’ve talked it out, and you’re invited to eavesdrop. Mon, 26 Dec 2011 11:55:48 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-26-popstuff-tv-bosses.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, tv boss, michael scott, television, comedy 00:39:56 They can’t all be Michael Scott. (We wouldn’t want them to be.) What makes a television boss endearing or upsetting? As a boss of things, Tracy has different criteria than Holly, but they’ve talked it out, and you’re invited to eavesdrop. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-21-popstuff-popculture-wishlist.mp3 Are you wracking your brain trying to come up with the perfect gift for the PopStuff gals? Tracy and Holly have compiled fairly comprehensive lists of what geeks are hoping to find under the tree Christmas morning. Wed, 21 Dec 2011 10:23:00 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-21-popstuff-popculture-wishlist.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, christmas gifts, pop culture, presents 00:24:08 Are you wracking your brain trying to come up with the perfect gift for the PopStuff gals? Tracy and Holly have compiled fairly comprehensive lists of what geeks are hoping to find under the tree Christmas morning. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-19-popstuff-holiday-faves.mp3 It’s the most wonderful time of the year … for entertainment! The Oscar contenders come out to play, and the television schedule is full of holiday programming. What are Tracy and Holly eager to watch this year? Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:57:38 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-19-popstuff-holiday-faves.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, holiday favorites, entertainment, film, television 00:36:16 It’s the most wonderful time of the year … for entertainment! The Oscar contenders come out to play, and the television schedule is full of holiday programming. What are Tracy and Holly eager to watch this year? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-14-popstuff-winter-movie-deluge.mp3 As the Oscar hopefuls and family movies are opening en masse, the box office choices can be overwhelming. Don’t sweat it. Tracy and Holly are sharing their lists of films they’re looking forward to this holiday season to help you sort it all out. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:06:13 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-14-popstuff-winter-movie-deluge.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, film, december, winter movies, entertainment 00:35:46 As the Oscar hopefuls and family movies are opening en masse, the box office choices can be overwhelming. Don’t sweat it. Tracy and Holly are sharing their lists of films they’re looking forward to this holiday season to help you sort it all out. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-12-popstuff-hard-watch.mp3 It’s the entertainment equivalent of rubbernecking as you pass by a car accident. Sometimes, something is incredibly difficult to watch, but we seek it out just the same. Tracy and Holly have some theories about painful entertainment. Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:59:22 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-12-popstuff-hard-watch.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, hard to watch, pop culture, opinion 00:31:02 It’s the entertainment equivalent of rubbernecking as you pass by a car accident. Sometimes, something is incredibly difficult to watch, but we seek it out just the same. Tracy and Holly have some theories about painful entertainment. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-07-popstuff-cheat-codes.mp3 If a cheat code is built into a game, are you really cheating? Lots of gamers use cheats, but there's a wide range of justifications for them. Find out where Tracy and Holly stand on cheating in video games (one of them is a Cheaty McCheaterson). Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:19:22 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-07-popstuff-cheat-codes.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, holly, tracy, video game, cheating, cheat codes, sega, xbox, ps3 00:36:18 If a cheat code is built into a game, are you really cheating? Lots of gamers use cheats, but there's a wide range of justifications for them. Find out where Tracy and Holly stand on cheating in video games (one of them is a Cheaty McCheaterson). HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-05-popstuff-holiday-foods.mp3 Do you live for pumpkin coffee, peppermint cheesecake and Cadbury crème eggs? Grab some eggnog and listen as Tracy and Holly work their way through all the holidays on the calendar in a drool-worthy discussion of their favorite treats. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:14:29 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-12-05-popstuff-holiday-foods.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, holiday food, sweets, pumpkin, candy, culture, 00:45:44 Do you live for pumpkin coffee, peppermint cheesecake and Cadbury crème eggs? Grab some eggnog and listen as Tracy and Holly work their way through all the holidays on the calendar in a drool-worthy discussion of their favorite treats. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-30-popstuff-tattoos.mp3 It’s an art, it’s a form of self expression and it also can be painful. Tracy and Holly discuss the fascinating world of tattoos, Tracy’s maybe possible secret ink and why Holly’s still too chicken to go under the needle. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:25:59 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-30-popstuff-tattoos.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, tattoo, body art, ink, tattoos, tattooing 00:34:18 It’s an art, it’s a form of self expression and it also can be painful. Tracy and Holly discuss the fascinating world of tattoos, Tracy’s maybe possible secret ink and why Holly’s still too chicken to go under the needle. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-28-popstuff-zombies.mp3 The undead are all the rage. No longer relegated to cult films, they’ve now got their own shows, merchandise and even 5k races. Tracy and Holly wonder what’s behind the zombie craze, and how long it will last. Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:16:40 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-28-popstuff-zombies.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, zombies, pop culture, undead, zombification, monster 00:30:02 The undead are all the rage. No longer relegated to cult films, they’ve now got their own shows, merchandise and even 5k races. Tracy and Holly wonder what’s behind the zombie craze, and how long it will last. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-23-popstuff-thanksgiving.mp3 Tracy and Holly originally thought there weren't many Thanksgiving movies, but it turned out, they just didn't remember there were. Listen in as the ladies ponder why most films about this holiday are all about family awkwardness. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:20:21 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-23-popstuff-thanksgiving.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, thanksgiving, film, relationships, pop culture 00:28:23 Tracy and Holly originally thought there weren't many Thanksgiving movies, but it turned out, they just didn't remember there were. Listen in as the ladies ponder why most films about this holiday are all about family awkwardness. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-21-popstuff-muppets-yay.mp3 Everyone loves the Muppets! (Seriously, it's suspicious if you don't.) In this episode, Tracy and Holly discuss the new movie, as well as what makes Jim Henson's creations so very special. Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:26:58 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-21-popstuff-muppets-yay.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, tracy, holly, muppets, puppetry, film, 00:30:53 Everyone loves the Muppets! (Seriously, it's suspicious if you don't.) In this episode, Tracy and Holly discuss the new movie, as well as what makes Jim Henson's creations so very special. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-16-popstuff-hard-to-be-geek.mp3 With media outlets hosting their own geek blogs, the idea that geek culture is mainstream is making news (and dredging up its own backlash). Has geek culture become exclusionary? Has it been co-opted by hipsters? Tracy and Holly wax pensive about geekdom. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:41:55 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-16-popstuff-hard-to-be-geek.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, geek, trends, fads, culture, subculture 00:36:52 With media outlets hosting their own geek blogs, the idea that geek culture is mainstream is making news (and dredging up its own backlash). Has geek culture become exclusionary? Has it been co-opted by hipsters? Tracy and Holly wax pensive about geekdom. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-14-popstuff-blah-twilight.mp3 The "Twilight" series is wildly popular, but why? Join Tracy and Holly as they examine just what makes people love (and loathe) Stephanie Meyer's vampire romance novels. Mon, 14 Nov 2011 15:14:07 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-14-popstuff-blah-twilight.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, entertainment, twilight, opinion 00:37:37 The "Twilight" series is wildly popular, but why? Join Tracy and Holly as they examine just what makes people love (and loathe) Stephanie Meyer's vampire romance novels. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-09-popstuff-single-player-mmos.mp3 Why do some people play multiplayer online games, only to work through all their missions solo? Join Tracy and Holly as they share their reasons for going lone wolf in social games. (Hint: It’s not an antisocial thing.) Wed, 09 Nov 2011 14:22:06 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-09-popstuff-single-player-mmos.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, mmo, single player, video game, online 00:31:42 Why do some people play multiplayer online games, only to work through all their missions solo? Join Tracy and Holly as they share their reasons for going lone wolf in social games. (Hint: It’s not an antisocial thing.) HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-07-popstuff-why-friends.mp3 Most of your friends probably like the same things you do and have similar views on religion and politics. In this episode, Tracy and Holly discuss the benefits and challenges of diversifying your pal portfolio, and why sloganism is bad. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:51:36 -0500 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-07-popstuff-why-friends.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, friends, common interests, divergent views, relationships 00:27:31 Most of your friends probably like the same things you do and have similar views on religion and politics. In this episode, Tracy and Holly discuss the benefits and challenges of diversifying your pal portfolio, and why sloganism is bad. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-02-popstuff-spoiler-alert.mp3 Does knowing how a movie or book will end ruin it for you? Yes. No. Maybe. But probably not. Tracy and Holly talk about spoilers and whether they ruin or enhance the entertainment experience. Wed, 02 Nov 2011 11:22:41 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-11-02-popstuff-spoiler-alert.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, spoilers, surprise, reading experience 00:34:58 Does knowing how a movie or book will end ruin it for you? Yes. No. Maybe. But probably not. Tracy and Holly talk about spoilers and whether they ruin or enhance the entertainment experience. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-31-popstuff-scary-movies.mp3 Slasher films, psychological thrillers and ghost mysteries have a certain appeal during Halloween. Join Tracy and Holly as they discuss scary movies, and how your body can't differentiate between movie-generated fright and fear of a real threat. Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:06:09 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-31-popstuff-scary-movies.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, tracy, holly, scary movies, halloween, slasher, ghost, fear 00:28:52 Slasher films, psychological thrillers and ghost mysteries have a certain appeal during Halloween. Join Tracy and Holly as they discuss scary movies, and how your body can't differentiate between movie-generated fright and fear of a real threat. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-26-popstuff-tv-worst-parents.mp3 The parents on this list of fictional moms and dads aren’t the Huxtables, that’s for sure. In this episode, Tracy and Holly have chosen the best examples of bad parenting to be found on television. Wed, 26 Oct 2011 11:48:58 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-26-popstuff-tv-worst-parents.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, pop culture, television, parenting 00:23:54 The parents on this list of fictional moms and dads aren’t the Huxtables, that’s for sure. In this episode, Tracy and Holly have chosen the best examples of bad parenting to be found on television. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-24-popstuff-steampunk.mp3 It’s an incredibly popular genre of speculative fiction, but what is steampunk, exactly? Tracy and Holly beg you: Please do not put goggles on your hat and call yourself steampunk. Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:50:21 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-24-popstuff-steampunk.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, steampunk, aesthetic, subculture 00:23:14 It’s an incredibly popular genre of speculative fiction, but what is steampunk, exactly? Tracy and Holly beg you: Please do not put goggles on your hat and call yourself steampunk. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-19-popstuff-watch-tv.mp3 There’s a lot of garbage on television, but there’s plenty of quality programming, too. And really, even the garbage has its place. Tracy and Holly promise you that television won’t rot your brain. Tune in to learn why. Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:21:19 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-19-popstuff-watch-tv.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, pop culture, film, television, 00:20:25 There’s a lot of garbage on television, but there’s plenty of quality programming, too. And really, even the garbage has its place. Tracy and Holly promise you that television won’t rot your brain. Tune in to learn why. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-17-popstuff-celebrity-accessibility.mp3 Celebrities are more connected to their fans than ever, thanks to conventions and social media. Join Tracy and Holly as they hash out the benefits and drawbacks of knowing what your favorite famous people are doing every minute of the day. Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:20:58 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-17-popstuff-celebrity-accessibility.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, celebrity, technology, accessibility, twitter 00:20:58 Celebrities are more connected to their fans than ever, thanks to conventions and social media. Join Tracy and Holly as they hash out the benefits and drawbacks of knowing what your favorite famous people are doing every minute of the day. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-12-popstuff-stuff-we-dont-get.mp3 Taste is a subjective field, and no show can be universally loved by every viewer. But why do personal opinions differ to such extreme degrees? Join Tracy and Holly as they look at popular shows and films that -- in their opinion -- just don't pop. Wed, 12 Oct 2011 13:22:58 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-12-popstuff-stuff-we-dont-get.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, pop culture, film, television, 00:36:21 Taste is a subjective field, and no show can be universally loved by every viewer. But why do personal opinions differ to such extreme degrees? Join Tracy and Holly as they look at popular shows and films that -- in their opinion -- just don't pop. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-10-popstuff-embarrassment-riches.mp3 Whether it's a queue of podcasts, a pile of unread books or hours of content languishing on your DVR, odds are that you may find yourself inundated with loads of content. So how can we handle this constant stream of new stuff? Tune in to find out. Tue, 11 Oct 2011 09:48:34 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-10-popstuff-embarrassment-riches.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, tracy, holly, inundation, games, podcasts, dvr, content 00:24:52 Whether it's a queue of podcasts, a pile of unread books or hours of content languishing on your DVR, odds are that you may find yourself inundated with loads of content. So how can we handle this constant stream of new stuff? Tune in to find out. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-05-popstuff-go-to-movies.mp3 Whether you're at the opening night of a musical or just checking out a film, an audience can make -- or break -- your experience. Listen in as Tracy and Holly give you the best tips for watching movies without the caterwauls of a ruinous audience. Wed, 05 Oct 2011 13:17:01 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-05-popstuff-go-to-movies.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no howstuffworks, how stuff works, holly, tracy, movie, film, audience, etiquette 00:21:52 Whether you're at the opening night of a musical or just checking out a film, an audience can make -- or break -- your experience. Listen in as Tracy and Holly give you the best tips for watching movies without the caterwauls of a ruinous audience. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-04-popstuff-entitled-world-fandom.mp3 How do you know when you have crossed into the world of uberfandom? Join Tracy and Holly as they discuss the good and the bad of super fans. Mon, 03 Oct 2011 17:10:08 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-04-popstuff-entitled-world-fandom.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no popstuff, holly frey, tracy wilson, entertainment, fans, moveis, tv, games, fandom, howstuffworks 00:25:20 How do you know when you have crossed into the world of uberfandom? Join Tracy and Holly as they discuss the good and the bad of super fans. HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-05-popstuff-disney-anniversary.mp3 Join Disneyphile Holly as she and Tracy gush over the 40th anniversary of Disney World. What are the tips to having the best visit to Disney World? And what secrets is Holly going to spill about her many Disney World adventures? Mon, 03 Oct 2011 17:08:17 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-05-popstuff-disney-anniversary.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no popstuff, holly frey, tracy wilson, entertainment, movies, tv, games, amusement parks, disney, howstuffworks 00:37:10 Join Disneyphile Holly as she and Tracy gush over the 40th anniversary of Disney World. What are the tips to having the best visit to Disney World? And what secrets is Holly going to spill about her many Disney World adventures? HowStuffWorks.com http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-04-popstuff-fall-tv.mp3 Join Tracy and Holly as they laugh and snark their way through the 2011 Fall TV line-up. Mon, 03 Oct 2011 16:03:21 -0400 http://podcasts.howstuffworks.com/hsw/podcasts/popstuff/2011-10-04-popstuff-fall-tv.mp3 popstufft@howstuffworks.com (Popstuff) no popstuff, holly frey, tracy wilson, fall tv schedule, tv, entertainment, howstuffworks 00:45:28 Join Tracy and Holly as they laugh and snark their way through the 2011 Fall TV line-up. HowStuffWorks.com