The Middle of Culture

By: Peter and Eden Jones
  • Summary

  • Two siblings come at pop culture from different standpoints and meet in the middle to discuss. Along the way, we introduce each other to things we love and media that brings us joy. And sometimes rage.

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Episodes
  • Solaris (1972)
    Sep 17 2024

    Tarkovsky's "Solaris" Divides Our Hosts!

    Journey with us through the cosmos of pop culture in this week's episode of The Middle of Culture! Our hosts dive deep into the enigmatic world of Andrei Tarkovsky's 1972 sci-fi classic, "Solaris." But before we blast off, strap in for our signature pop culture roundup:

    - Diablo 4: Is it heaven or hell?

    - Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn: Worth a re-read?

    - New sonic landscapes from A Swarm of the Sun and Oceans of Slumber

    - Eden's musical discoveries and galactic adventures in Star Wars Outlaws

    Then, brace yourself for an interstellar debate! Our hosts go head-to-head over Tarkovsky's "Solaris":

    🌟 Eden: "A transcendent masterpiece!"

    😴 Peter: "A snoozefest in space!"

    Is "Solaris" a mind-bending journey through human consciousness or a glacially-paced bore? Tune in as we navigate the vast expanse between "cinematic revelation" and "watching paint dry in zero gravity." Don't miss this cosmic clash of opinions on The Middle of Culture!

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    1 hr
  • TV Couples
    Sep 3 2024

    Get ready for an unexpected ride on this week's "The Middle of Culture"! Life threw us a curveball, but Eden and I rolled with the punches, delivering an episode packed with pop culture goodness.

    First, we dive deep into our recent obsessions:

    - Eden takes us on a journey through the grim darkness of Warhammer 40k: Rogue Trader and the galaxy far, far away with Star Wars: Outlaws.

    - Comic book fans, perk up your ears – Eden's got the latest scoop from the world of panels and speech bubbles.

    - Meanwhile, I confess my rekindled love affair with Diablo IV and drop a beat with a rundown of the hottest metal releases you can't miss.

    But wait, there's more! We cap off the show by dissecting the lifeblood of TV series – relationships. Which character dynamics elevated shows to new heights, and which ones made us reach for the remote? Tune in for our hot takes!

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Knights of the Zodiac (2023)
    Aug 18 2024
    This week on "The Middle of Culture," brace yourselves for an epic journey into cinematic chaos! Eden and Peter dive headfirst into the 2023 live-action adaptation of 'Knights of the Zodiac,' based on the beloved anime 'Saint Seiya.' But why would our intrepid hosts willingly subject themselves to this cosmic catastrophe? Buckle up because Peter's behind-the-scenes tale of how this movie made it onto their watchlist might outshine the film itself. Get ready for an episode that's equal parts hilarious commentary, nostalgic musings, and a masterclass in questionable decision-making. Trust us, you won't want to miss this zodiac-sized adventure!
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    55 mins

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