POP!corn is your stop for all things pop - join all-around pop culture enthusiast Cholo Sediaren, his pod squad, and his extra special guests, as they tackle the latest news on local (Philippines) and global film & TV, music, and more!
Episodes
Friday Oct 31, 2025
Friday Oct 31, 2025
š WHAT'S GOING ON? We round up the latest happenings in the world of Pinoy Pop Culture in our October 2025 News Round-up (in Halloween costume!). Our P.O.P. (Points, Opinions, and Pasensya na kung Violent ang reactions) include Pinoy Big Brother Collab Edition 2.0, Quezon Movie Controversy, Mariah Carey's PH Concert, MMFF and QCinema 2025 line-up, Toni Fowler's podcast, the first Filipino Music Awards, and Emman Atienza's untimely passing.
Plus, it's time to POP OFF! on the social media controversy: James Reid and Issa Pressman vs. the online world.
Joining Cholo in this episode are co-hosts Ken Galang, Kristofer Purnell, and Miggy Villanueva.
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Saturday Oct 25, 2025
Saturday Oct 25, 2025
šļø DING DING DING! šļø Itās a new DING in the werk room as we welcome POP!cornās inaugural (inaugural?!) extra special guest of the season: Drag Race Philippines Slaysian Royale winner and icon, Brigiding!
Join the conversation on all things Slaysian Royale, her RuDemption journey towards winning the crown, having one of the best track records in Drag Race herstory, drag being political on the main stage, and all things Learning is the New Winning and Brigiding! š
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Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Weāre keeping it šÆ on the land, the sea, and the sky as we discuss Taylor Swiftās latest album The Life of a Showgirl - our favorite tracks, thoughts on the eras weāve missed on the show, and more! Plus our newest segment POP! Off featuring Makiās TWICE concert standing controversy, and pop culture lightning round: Jessica Sanchezās big win, Jisoo x Zayn, AI in music, and Cup of Joeās long-running Multo at #1.
Joining Cholo in this episode are co-hosts Aliyah, Boodie Lastimosa, Dani SobreviƱas, Franz Palisoc, and Jeanine.
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Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Celebrating POP!corn's 100th episode with our return of the comeback: the requel! Join the all-star pod squad reunion as we discuss 2025 Comebacks from Superman, Fantastic Four: First Steps, IV OF SPADES, Lady Gaga's Mayhem, Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition - and all the things we missed since we last aired!
Joining Cholo in this episode are Dren Pavia, Emil HofileƱa, Jer Capacillo, Kristofer Purnell, and Paula Molina.
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Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
We cover the latest announcements from D23 Convention 2022 from the worlds of Disney, Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel - including thoughts on Live-Action The Little Mermaid, Inside Out 2, and all that's to come in the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe. Plus, a recap of the highlights of the 2022 Emmys!
Joining Cholo in this episode are Dren Pavia and Kristofer Purnell.
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
BUGSH! We are finally back after a months-long hiatus with the sound of all the drama and pop culture that has happened recently. Join the POP!corn crew as we tackle the exhilarating behind the scenes drama behind Don't Worry Darling (if Ms. Flo can commit), Lea Michele's Funny Girl debut (where reading is fundamental), Darna, Drag Race Philippines, and all the exciting talks in the world of pop!
Joining this episode are co-hosts Jeremiah Capacillo, Deany Cheng, Emil HofileƱa, Paula Molina, Dana Olvina, and Kristofer Purnell.
Thursday Feb 10, 2022
Thursday Feb 10, 2022
Itās time to bring those binge lists out as the POP!corn gang give a low-down on the Oscars 2022 Nominees! Join in as they discuss nominations, snubs, favorites, and more!
Joining Cholo in this episode are Deany Cheng, Emil HofileƱa, Jason Liwag, Kristofer Purnell, and Aliyah Rojo
Tuesday Feb 08, 2022
Tuesday Feb 08, 2022
SPOILERS AHEAD! The POP!corn squad heads back to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the greater Marvel multiverse with the release of the much-talked about film Spider-Man: No Way Home. Join us as we discuss our favorite Spidey memories, memorable villains, and a spoilery rundown of the filmās major events.
Joining Cholo on this episode are Jason Tan Liwag, Paula Molina, Dren Pavia, and Kristofer Purnell
Thursday Jan 27, 2022
Thursday Jan 27, 2022
The POP!corn squad gives a preview of all the exciting new TV shows and movies to watch this 2022 from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Lord of the Rings & Game of Thrones spin-offs, and many more!Ā Ā
Joining Cholo on this episode are Paula Molina and Kristofer Purnell
Thursday Jan 20, 2022
Thursday Jan 20, 2022
The POP!corn squad welcomes 2022 with discussions on holiday hits Disneyās Encanto, Marvel Studiosā Eternals, the Harry Potter Return to Hogwarts 20th anniversary special, RuPaul's Drag Race UK vs. The World cast announcement, holiday binge watches, and more in our first episode for the year.
Joining Cholo on this episode are Paula Molina and Kristofer Purnell