Alt.Pop.Repeat

Love Culture Even if it’s Pop – Scarlett Bobo

S2E12 – Subculture of Sneakers w/ DJ Skee

Where did sneakers originate and how did sneaker culture become an industry worth billions of dollars? What started as sports shoe is now a highly collectable fashion item that's walked it's way off the court and into the closets of millionaires.

S2E11 – The Subculture of Sex w/ Dr. Jess

This may be our sexiest show, ever! Listen in as we dive into the cultural syncs that took sex from sin to the mainstream - that's right! We're delivering the most taboo episode to date!

S2E10 – Subculture of Shadows: The Horror Episode w/ Ramsey Campbell

Beyond the culture of slasher films of the 80's is the incredibly rich horror subculture of pop culture. Where did it come from and what were the pivotal moments in history that contributed to its rise in popularity? Tune in to the latest episode of Alt.Pop.Repeat to hear our guest, Ramsey Campbell, a British writer considered by a number of critics to be one of the great masters of horror fiction.

S2E09 – Drawn Out: The Comic Book Episode w/ Kevin Eastman

From the 1930s to today, comic books have had a major part in society - from war time propaganda to box office hits, we dive into the catalyst moments where comic books crossed over into the mainstream. We're joined by the man who co-created the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Kevin Eastman.

S2E08 – Click to Play: The Internet Episode w/ Amber MacArthur

From Mark Twain to Napster & the secret 70s Canadian "internet". This this episode we explore the history & impact of the world wide web on pop culture.

S2E07 – Just Roll With It – The Skateboard Episode w/ Annie Guglia

Want to know how skateboarding was able to shake its subculture roots to go from an illegal alternative to surfing to the 2021 Tokyo Games? We have the answer plus we talk to superstar skateboarder Annie Guglia!

S2E06 – The Rise of Pride – The LGBTQ Episode

We talk to Jordan Alexander, actress playing Julien Calloway on Gossip Girl Revival, and explore the evolution of the queer community, how far we've come and how much further we still need to go for equality and the freedom to love and be who you are.

S2E5 – Livin’ on the Veg – The Vegan Episode

From the fringes of culinary society to the surging popularity of plant-based "meats" like Beyond Meat & Impossible, we look at how Veganism made the jump from subculture it to pop culture with Hot for Food author, Lauren Toyota.

S2E04 – Reality Bites: The Alternative Music Show w/ Raine Maida

In our latest episode we take a look at the influence of the 90s Alternative Music scene on our modern lives. From fashion to film and the people that inspired a generation to rethink society and art that still echoes today! Joined by our guest, Raine Maida of Our Lady Peace who gives us us a glimpse into his experiences as one of Canada's iconic rockstars and point-of-view on 90s Rock that we just couldn't get anywhere else.

S2E03 – Bullets and Bug-out Bags: The Doomsday Prepper Show w/ Bradley Garrett

Blame it on the Pandemic, Zombie movies or video games, but today's doomsday preppers are a far cry from the paranoid persona from 10 years go. So what made preppers go mainstream? We talk to Bradley Garrett, social geographer, worldwide adventurer and author of Bunker: Preparing for the End Times (Scribner, August) about the rise of prepper culture in pop culture.

S2E02 – Turn On, Tune In & Drop Out: The Psychedelics Show w/ Eben Britton

Are you ready to slide in the second coming of Psychedelics? From LSD to MDMA we're breaking down the arrival of psychedelics in pop culture.

S2E01 – Kickin’ it with Coolio & The Golden Age of Hip Hop

Coolio lays claim to one of the most influential hip hop tracks of all time, and he joins us to discuss The Golden Age of Hip Hip before we get into why it was so influential - from Vanilla Ice to Cross Colours: Clothing Without Predjudice.

S1E12 – Where Did Foodies Come From? (w/ Zane Caplansky)

We "dig-in" to all things food and foodie related with Zane Caplansky to try and understand where it came from & how it evolved into pics on Instagram

S1E11 – Kickin’ it Old Skool – The Hip Hop Episode Part 1 (w/ DMC of Run-DMC)

In the first of our exploration in how Hip Hop became mainstream, we start with the 80s and talk to Run DMC's own, Darryl McDaniels about his life and the earliest days of hip hop on the streets of New York from mix tapes to MTV.

S1E11 – Kickin’ it Old Skool – The Hip Hop Episode Part 1 (w/ DMC of Run-DMC

In the first of our exploration in how Hip Hop became mainstream, we start with the 80s and talk to Run DMC's own, Darryl McDaniels about his life and the earliest days of hip hop on the streets of New York from mix tapes to MTV.

S1E10 – Art of the Fight – The MMA Episode (w/ Elias Theodorou)

Since UFC 1's debut in 1993, Mixed Martial Arts has always been controversial so how did it become the third most popular sport in the world?

S1E9 – A Zen Trend: The Yoga Episode (w/ Faith Hunter)

How did Yoga, a 5000 year old practice from India turn into one of the biggest fitness trends of the 21st century?

S1E8 – Legally High: The Cannabis Episode (w/ Tommy Chong)

Oh Cannabis! We get into the "weeds" exploring the confounding history of how a plant used for centuries ended up being restricted globally - of course how propaganda and pop culture worked together to shape our understanding of the plant formerly known as Marijuana.

S1E7 – Pop Culture is a Drag (w/ Trinity “The Tuck” Taylor)

What are the connections between the drag counterculture movement and the catalysts that propelled drag from an underground art form to a global phenomena?

S1E06 – Alien Redux (w/ Dave Foley & Jeremy Corbell)

Is there a special "Alien Only" cancel culture that disincentivizes public disclosure? And is pop culture actually the driving force in changing that?

S1E05: Astrology & the Fault with Our Stars (w/ Dr. Jennifer Freed PhD)

Dr. Jennifer Freed, Psychological Astrologer and contributor to goop, joins Chrissy and Marie to define the modern day Astrology movement and how it syncs with current pop culture

S1E4: Bif Naked

Tracking Punk to Pop Culture with legendary punk rocker Bif Naked.

S1E04: Is Punk Dead? (w/ Bif Naked)

Tracking Punk to Pop Culture with legendary punk rocker Bif Naked.

S1E03: Spiritually Woke or Emotionally Broke? (w/ Matthew Santoro)

The Chrissy & Marie discuss spirituality with mega-watt YouTuber Matthew Santoro then dive deep into connecting spirituality to our pop culture selves through the words of Kanye, RuPaul, Jim Carey and an online quiz.

S1E3: Matthew Santoro

Hugely popular YouTuber, Matthew Santoro speaks to his personal journey within the YouTube creators space over the past decade and how particular events and outcomes brought him to a place of his own personal spiritual understanding. He dives deep into what spirituality means to him and how he finds a daily connection while giving advice […]

S1E02:George Stroumboulopous

George Stroumboulopoulos, is an 11-time Gemini and Canadian Screen Award winner and the host of The Strombo Show on CBC Radio. Ep. 2 explores the dynamics of the #MeToo Movement, touching upon the past and present effects of masculinity on femininity and the impact of society & corporations on counterculture. 

S1E02: Impact of Society on Counter Culture (w/ George Stroumboulopous)

Award-winning television and radio personality Geroge Stroumboulopoulos joins “Alt.Pop.Repeat” hosts Chrissy Newton and Marie Nicola to explore the dynamics of the #MeToo counterculture movement and how it “syncs” with pop culture today

S1E01: JEREMY KENYON LOCKYER CORBELL

Jeremy Corbell is a contemporary artist and investigative filmmaker known for exploring real-world mysteries. Ep. 1 syncs the roots of Ufology, #RaidArea51, Bob Lazar’s story & more to popculture.

S1E01: Sex, Drugs and UFOs (w/ Jeremy Kenyon Lockyer Corbell)

Jeremy Corbell is a contemporary artist and investigative filmmaker known for exploring real-world mysteries. Ep. 1 syncs the roots of Ufology, #RaidArea51, Bob Lazar’s story & more to popculture.

S1 Intro: What the Bleep is Alt.Pop.Repeat?

Meet the hosts Chrissy and Marie and learn a little about the newest podcast to explore the "syncs" between alternative, sub, counter and popculture.

Episode 01: What the Bleep is Alt.Pop.Repeat?

The show is basically Joe Rogan with two chicks and a thesis. Meet Chrissy & Marie as they explore not just what was popular culture but what is pop culture now. Meet the hosts and learn a little about the newest podcast to explore the "syncs" between alternative, sub, counter and popculture.