Comedian Mark Ellis from ROTTEN TOMATOES returns for Emmy nominations talk with Mase & Sue. They discuss snubs, sleepers and shoo-ins. Will the youngest male actor and oldest female actor make history? Can Jeremy Allen White’s winning streak be broken? Who are the front-runners in Best Comedy, Best Drama ad Best Limited Series? And what series take home some surprise hardware on TV’s biggest night?

00:00 Introduction and Jacob Emrani Message

00:40 Emmy Nominations Overview

07:35 Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series

09:29 Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series

16:55 Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series

18:49 Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series

21:14 Discussion on 'The Residence'

24:46 Hacks: A Divisive Season

25:03 The Studio: Hollywood's Favorite

27:11 The Bear: A Return to Form

29:23 Outstanding Drama Series Nominees

31:08 The Pitt: A Surprise Contender

34:08 Adolescence: A Unique Limited Series

37:42 Superman Movie Review

39:14 Jurassic World: A Fun Adventure

Mase & Sue review F1: THE MOVIE, THE PITT and the notorious Netflix documentary – TRAINWRECK: POOP CRUISE. Plus, writer/producer Pam Brady talks about the Amazon Prime post-911 animated series #1 HAPPY FAMILY USA she co-created with actor/comedian Ramy Youssef, being on the ground floor of Comedy Central’s iconic SOUTH PARK, working alongside Trey Parker and Matt Stone, writing satire and the line between funny and mean.

00:00 Introduction and Jacob Emrani Message

00:40 Sue's New Mexico Adventure

04:56 Mason's Costa Rica Trip

08:26 F1: The Movie Review

11:31 The Pitt: A Realistic ER Drama

21:22 Poop Cruise: A Hilarious Disaster

27:01 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐦 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐲

30:15 Reflecting on Post-9/11 Experiences

38:36 MTV's Wild Creative Environment

47:55 The Line Between Funny and Mean

50:26 Final Thoughts on '#1 Happy Family USA'

Mase & Sue discuss their favorite episodes of Seth Rogen’s THE STUDIO and the biggest pop culture moments of the 21st century…so far. Plus, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: THE FINAL RECKONING star Greg Tarzan Davis talks about his trip from high school teacher to movie star, working with Tom Cruise on multiple films, the realism that comes with practical stunts & how that Double Ultimate Football game in TOP GUN: MAVERICK works.

00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message

00:40 Welcome to the Culture Pop Podcast

03:37 New Series: The Studio

09:42 Cocaine Stories

14:43 Top Pop Culture Moments of the 21st Century

30:49 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐠 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐳𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐬

37:00 Practical Stunts vs. CGI

41:04 Tarzan's Journey to Acting

46:23 Hurricane Katrina's Impact

47:39 Staying Focused on Set

48:57 Fitness and Training for Roles

Mase & Sue review MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - THE FINAL RECKONING, and THE LAST OF US Season 2 finale. Plus, Tony Award winning actor Joe Mantegna talks about his role in the original Broadway production of GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS, David Mamet’s distinctive writing style, 19 seasons portraying David Rossi in CRIMINAL MINDS, and his fellow Chicagoan, Pope Leo.

00:00 Introduction and Jacob Emrani Message

00:39 Welcome to the Culture Pop Podcast

04:00 Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning Review

09:36 The Last of Us Season 2 Recap

20:03 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐨𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐧𝐚

25:55 Show Evolution and Network Restrictions

28:48 David Rossi's Character Development

45:37 House of Games and Critical Acclaim

48:10 David Mamet's Unique Writing Style

51:56 Criminal Minds Evolution and Cultural Fears

Luigi: The musical. What??? And Jamie Lee Curtis’ big cosmetic surgery regret. Plus, 30 ROCK alums Lang Fisher and Tracey Wigfield talk about showrunning with Tina Fey on their new Netflix series THE FOUR SEASONS, the stellar cast, writing staff and why an homage to the original Alan Alda film.

00:00 Introduction and Jacob Emrani Message

00:39 Welcome to the Culture Pop Podcast

01:38 Luigi Mangione Musical Discussion

09:06 Jamie Lee Curtis and Plastic Surgery Regrets

15:20 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐲 𝐖𝐢𝐠𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝

15:44 Origins of 'The Four Seasons'

20:12 Generational Gaps in the Writers' Room

22:06 Audience Reactions and Relatability

24:33 Challenges of Personal Storytelling

30:55 Exploring Emotional Depth in Acting

32:58 Alan Alda's Cameo and Legacy

36:57 Hopes for a Second Season

Mase & Sue talk about Ryan Coogler’s musical horror film SINNERS plus the finale of HBO’S hilarious THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONES. Then, comedian/writer Carol Leifer talks comedy condos, HACKS, SEINFELD, CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM, and her new book, HOW TO WRITE A FUNNY SPEECH.

00:00 Introduction and Jacob Emrani Message

00:39 Welcome to the Culture Pop Podcast

02:17 Discussion on 'Sinners' Movie

12:21 Review of 'Righteous Gemstones' Finale

18:06 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐫

21:50 Challenges and Support in Comedy

27:43 Favorite Seinfeld Episode: The Marble Rye

32:16 The Writer's Room Dynamics

34:13 How to Write a Funny Speech...

45:46 Writing for Award Shows

47:47 On-the-Fly Jokes During Live Shows

Mase and Sue talk about some of the buzziest shows on TV. They talk about Episode 3 of THE LAST OF US, the Netflix series ADOLESCENCE and Seth Rogen in THE STUDIO. Also, Carrie Preston talks about her latest project ELSBETH, featuring the character she created 16 years ago on THE GOOD WIFE. They discuss the inside skinny of her quirky character, the iconic villainous guest cast, her first film, her Broadway debut, and being cast in HBO’s vampire hit, TRUE BLOOD.

00:00 Introduction and Jacob Emrani Message00:39 Sue's San Francisco Trip03:01 TV Show Discussion: The Last of Us07:13 TV Show Discussion: Adolescence13:46 TV Show Discussion: The Studio20:37 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰: 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧23:49 The Evolution of Elsbeth's Style30:16 Guest Stars and Iconic Collaborations35:15 The Journey to Julliard38:19 Hollywood Breakthrough: My Best Friend's Wedding40:59 Landing True Blood45:32 Broadway Debut with Patrick Stewart51:34 Elsbeth's Unique Approach

Mase & Sue discuss some must see Broadway shows, The Eagles at The Sphere, a wedding in St. Petersburg, Salvatore Dali, and an incident in a LYFT. Plus, Paul Guilfoyle chats about his new oddball art heist film, ANY DAY NOW, The Actor’s Studio, working with Al Pacino, Curtis Hanson’s directing style, and his long run on CSI.

00:00 Introduction and Jacob Emrani Message

00:40 Vacation Stories and Wedding Fun

08:17 Saturday Night Live Experience

12:32 Broadway Musicals Review

18:04 Vegas Trip and The Sphere Experience

25:44 𝐏𝐚𝐮𝐥 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐟𝐨𝐲𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 '𝐀𝐧𝐲 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐍𝐨𝐰'

29:23 Fictionalizing the Real Story

37:44 Challenges of Making Movies Today

43:33 Theater vs. Film

50:19 Memories of LA Confidential

54:39 CSI: Behind the Scenes

01:00:55 The Golden Age of Movies