We have a SUPER-SIZED interview with Newton Lilavois from Dream Fury Comics, and this week we're dropping part one! In this episode, Newton talks about getting his start in indy comics, meeting the artist for his comics, how his creative process changed across several projects, and his Haitian heritage! Follow Dream Fury Comics at the links below! Dream Fury Online Instagram Facebook

This week we're joined by special guest and friend of the podcast, Jesse Bramlett! Rob and Jesse discuss their first meeting, the joys of getting older, navigating parenting in the digital age, and Jesse's strategy for being so zen.

It's the first episode of the new year, and with that comes plenty of change! Rob runs down what's next for The Curated Culture, the future of the brand and podcast, and what to expect next. From there, the discussion shifts to whether or not smartphones have peaked and why EVERYONE should be excited about phase 5 in the MCU.

Sending many condolences to the friends and family of Atlanta hip-hop superstar Takeoff who was senselessly lost to an act of violence last week. Rob addresses Ye's recent antics and how he is solely responsible for the swift fallout and reveals many new projects coming soon from The Curated Culture!

In this week's episode, Rob gives a quick rundown of the Apple event and his favorite announcements from it. From there, he also details what he thinks Google will need to do to ensure the Pixel doesn't become an afterthought in an increasingly competitive smartphone space.

This week, we dive into the recent complications caused by AI moderation of human-made content. Sometimes these services can be heavy-handed in their approach, causing uneven results in what is deemed "inappropriate content" and what passes through. We also do a deep dive into the recent Cory Kenshin vs YouTube debate and levy our opinions on the wildly polarizing issue.

This week, we get into some Apple talk, and more specifically why you don't want to buy an iPhone right now. Rob breaks exactly why it's best to wait, and what you gain from exercising a little bit of patience. 

On this week's show, Rob sits down with friend of the podcast, Terrence Robinson! They discuss the current state of WWE, how much better the product has been since Triple H took over creative, and they do a little fantasy booking of their own! They also jump into some MCU talk, and what they expect from the next slate of Marvel projects! Sit back and nerd out with us! Don't forget to join the conversation with us on our socials! Follow us via the links below: Twitter Instagram Rob's Twitter

This week's guest is Flint Town's own, Jordyn Anese! Jordyn talks about her upbringing on the Northside of Flint, why she thinks the city is a breeding ground for talent, her early days in radio and so much more!   

In the final episode of our SDCC series, Rob and Maria recap their favorite moments from their week in San Diego, what made Rob throw a huge temper tantrum, and what they would change next time around!    

Rob and Maria are live from SDCC 2022! Well, sort of... On location at the San Diego Convention Center and fresh from preview night, Rob and Maria recap the unofficial start to comic con. Listen in as they discuss the sights, sounds and experiences from their first night at Comic-Con.

This week, Rob and Maria recap their trip to Motor City Comic Con, and why it has become a staple in their Con Season lineup. They also get into their San Diego Comic-Con wishlist and things they're most looking forward to from the show!

During the Spring edition of Motor City Comic Con, we got the chance to speak with AEW star and member of the Undisputed Elite, Adam Cole! Cole discussed his dream matches with new AEW talent, how he unwinds when he's not kicking teeth in, and which member of Da Party is his favorite.

During the Spring edition of Motor City Comic Con, we sat down with 1/2 of the Men Of The Year and new Michigander, Ethan Page! Ethan discussed why he chose Michigan as his new home, his goals for 2022 in AEW, and his Mount Rushmore of Canadian wrestlers!  

We got the chance to speak to AEW star Ruby Soho during the 2022 edition of Motor City Comic Con! We discussed her debut at AEW All Out, her growth since leaving WWE, and what she hopes to accomplish during her time in AEW.

This week, Maria takes the reigns again and Rob proceeds to drive the show right off the rails. They discuss Elon Musk buying Twitter, the Johnny Depp vs Amber Heard trial, Amazon Fresh, and get WILDLY philosophical in the process.

This week, we attempt to dissect the recent dust-up between eccentric billionaire Elon Musk and Twitter's Board Of Directors. We also dive into the constant dangers of misinformation, and how to tell the difference between mis and disinformation.   As always, be sure to Like, Share, AND Subscribe!

This week, we discuss Wrestlemania 38 and what made it the best Mania in YEARS.   We also take a spoiler-free dive into the hit Apple TV+ series Severance. Rob and Maria discuss the brilliance of the show and speculate whether or not a Severance procedure could work in the real world.  

Americans are reporting dissatisfaction and anxiety within the workplace more frequently than ever.  As COVID continues to change industries across every major sector, is it time to re-evaluate what has become the standard consideration of a workweek?

This week, we pay homage to Scott Hall, one of wrestling's biggest figures from the '90s, Maria gets angry about another potential Netflix price hike, and a woman who chooses to eat two very specific things for her daily meals.

This week is all about upcoming movies, as Rob and Maria talk dive into the latest news from DC, Marvel, and more! They also discuss the very first time they went to see a movie in theaters, and how that experience shaped their perception of their favorite franchises.

This week, Maria takes the reigns and guides us through a special "Valentine's Day" themed episode! She talks about what Valentine's Day means to her, her favorite romantic movies, and what her "love languages" are. Happy Valentine's Day everybody!

This week we discuss the sad reality of the recently released Netflix comedy, "Don't Look Up."  Can something like that happen IRL?  We also discuss why we think science deniers are becoming more influential than scientists, and how responsible the media and the ultra-rich are with aggravating the issue.

It finally happened. COVID swept through our house like a thief in the night and left us weak and stuffy. In this week's episode, we'll detail what our experience was like battling Omicron, being thankful for being sick at the same time, and address the confusing guidance from the CDC.

It's a special Christmas episode of The Curated Culture! As a special gift, we have none other than Red1Maria herself joining the show to talk about comic cons, getting emotional at the new Spider-Man movie, and what's next for the MCU! Happy Holidays everyone! 

This week's episode is a quickie, as Rob drops in with a few quick updates, and some really exciting news about new projects he'll be working on! It's a short episode, so you have no reason not to listen! And while you're at it, make sure you subscribe to the show and leave us a FIVE STAR review while you're there!

We tried to post this on Wednesday...honest we did! This week, Rob reflects on the upcoming holiday season, and the things he's most excited about as a result. We also start our holiday gift guide this week with some Bluetooth earbuds and 4K streaming devices to help make your gift-giving even easier! Our condolences go out to anyone who was affected by the recent tragedy at a high school in Oxford MI. Sending much love, positivity, and support to all the families who lost someone that day.

This week, Rob discusses the state of the podcast and makes an announcement about what to expect going forward. He also talks about his beef with all the recent WWE releases and how they could negatively impact the entire world of pro wrestling. Check out our friends, the Realistic Sustainability Podcast!  

This week, Rob opens up about his struggles to produce consistent content, going to his first comic con in over a year, and how Youtube disabling the dislike counter doesn't actually help a creator's mental health. FOLLOW US ON OUR SOCIALS!!! Facebook IG Twitter

It feels SO good to be back! This week's episode is a mini dose, as Rob details where he's been and where he's going.

This week's guest is Mike Castro, Owner of Nebula Amusements! After two prior attempts to record and get him on the show, we finally got it, and we think you're really going to enjoy this one! Mike gives us details on struggling through the COVID pandemic, the origin of Nebula Amusements, and why his Hado AR game will be the most entertaining thing you've ever done! Book a Hado Session Here: Nebula Amusements 

This week's episode is a very special crossover episode featuring the guys from the Realistic Sustainability Podcast, Mike and Nick! In it, we discuss the ongoing issue of misinformation and how to combat it! Make sure you check out Mike and Nick by subscribing to the Realistic Sustainability podcast! Follow us on social media: Twitter Instagram Facebook  

This week's guest is Author Sandra Nicole! We get into a deep discussion about her early days in writing, what drives her, how to overcome adversity and the importance of finding your voice as an author! Check out her website: Author Sandra Nicole Buy her books: Amazon     

This week, Maria takes the reigns and covers some of her most favorite stories from the past week. This week we discuss a fake mansion marriage party, a father's choice to be with his son forever, the power of magic mushrooms as an anti-depressant, and how an Italian man was able to secure 15 years' worth of pay without working one day.

This week's show dives into some of the weirdest discussions we've ever had, so buckle up! Topics include: The sudden rise in popularity of "buy nothing" groups on Facebook, The Rock's baller new home, an Australian man's journey to change the illegality of incest, and whether or not the COVID vaccines are dangerous.

This week we sat down with Jeneé Price, author of 'The Process Of Letting Go: 40 Days Of Rediscovery And Healing.'  We talked about her journey and what led to her writing her first book, her Ms. Royalty brand, and just how she has so many mutual friends with Rob! Buy the book here! The Process Of Letting Go: 40 Days Of Rediscovery And Healing on Amazon

This week's episode features the first-ever "Kudos Of The Week", Cinnamon Toast Crunch controversy, the dangers of AI, and the greatness that was Blockbuster Video.

On this week's show, we discuss Netflix's attempt to discourage password sharing among their subscriber base. We also chat about Tinder rolling out in-app background checks for their users in an attempt to make their services safer to use. We also highlight the possibility of DNA match-making, as inspired by Netflix's 'The One' and whether or not we can truly use our scientific advancements to create a vaccine to cure cancer.

On this week's show, we talk about the importance (or lack thereof) of condiments on sandwiches, Avatar reclaiming the No. 1 highest-grossing film spot, Ebola of the nuts, and how Google is still tracking you even when you're in "Incognito Mode."

This week, we talk about a woman who recently discovered a secret room hiding behind the bathroom mirror in her apartment, and how creepy that would be! We also chat about the recent Nike reseller fiasco, and whether or not Mr. Han from The New Karate Kid would work in the world of Cobra Kai, and how binge-watching TV has affected the way we enjoy our favorite shows.

This week we dive into the recent explosion of plant-based products at fast-food restaurants. McDonald's, Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut are all slated to start offering plant-based menu items but what does this mean for you? We also chat about a recent sleep study designed at making lucid dreamers more responsive in their sleep, and yet ANOTHER UFO sighting!  

On this episode: We discuss Ted Cruz and his latest political gaffe, how improving the infrastructure within Texas could've prevented the damage being caused by winter weather, NASA's successful mission to Mars, and a discussion around the merits of "cancel culture."

In this episode we get into the passing of the torch over at Amazon, working "Mega Cycles," being stupid in exchange for going viral, and our love of non-tech savvy old people!   Sponsor: The Aviators Brand Use Promo Code: CURATEDCULTURE at check out for 20% off orders!

We're glad to be back and bringing you fresh audio content featuring the latest news and biggest stories within society and pop culture. In this episode, we discuss the dumpster fire that has become the Republican party, the dangers of COVID in the classroom, the difference between eating and having a meal, and we try to make sense of the madness surrounding the Gamestop vs Hedge Fund manager beef. Sponsored by: The Aviators Brand Use Promo Code: THECURATEDCULTURE at checkout

This week we sit down with the incredibly talented Anthony 'DJ Hype' Carter for an in-depth discussion about his path to becoming one of Flint's most beloved DJs. Hype discusses his beginnings in the DJ scene, going blonde, his love of Apple products, and meeting Dr. Dre.   Sponsor: The Aviators Brand USE PROMO CODE: CURATED CULTURE for 20% off your order

Tia Scott sits down for a chat with us this week! She and Rob discuss running in the same circle of friends and somehow never sitting down to talk. She talks about her love of writing and hip-hop, how she first got turned on to the genre, and her latest project she's launching!   Sponsor: The Aviators Brand Use Promo Code: CURATEDCULTURE for 20% off your purchase!

This week, we sat down with social media and branding coach, Lev Hunter. Lev dishes on the importance of quality over quantity when it comes to social media, knowing how to capitalize on collaborations, and gives us a sneak peek at his upcoming book!

Today's guest is Duane Perera, creator of the wildly popular Duane Shoots Toys! Duane sits down for a brief chat about his beginnings, how he comes up with the ideas for his toy shoots, and his favorite brand of figures to collect! make sure to follow Duane over at Duane Shoots Toys!

Rob hits the road in this episode and unleashes a few epic rants about the state of the world, why Google may be losing him as a customer, and how owning an Xbox scarred him for life!   This week's sponsor: The Aviators Brand Use promo code: THANKYOU15 for a sweet 15% discount off your order!    

This week's guest is KPFK's own Andrea Love!  Andrea dishes on her 2 and a half years in LA, and how the big city lifestyle has changed her since moving from Michigan. She also talks about the importance of having a good cry from time to time, serving drinks to Kevin Costner while having no clue who he was, and why being authentic is one of the coolest things a person can be!

This week's guest is the creator of The Aviators Brand, Terrence Robinson. Rob and Terrence discuss his beginnings in Flint, MI, what led to him creating his own brand, what inspires him, and how supporting Black-owned businesses is more important than ever. Check out the Aviators Brand on social media via the links below: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaviatorsbrand/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAviatorsBrand/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theaviatorsBRND

This week, Rob sits down with Flint native Mike Nazarian and has a lengthy discussion about Space, STEM, and sustainability. Mike also gets candid about the Flint Water Crisis, starting and maintaining a successful Facebook group, and why we should all care more about sustainable living!  

This week's guest is artist, writer, and creative director of RAE Comics TJ Sterling! TJ talks about growing up in Michigan and discovering his love of comics early. He also tells us about the most important thing he learned while interning for Marvel, and what he does to stay creative during the COVID pandemic.  

Today on The Curated Culture, we sat down with novelist and former NIH, NIAID, and NIDDK employee Shawn Humphrey! Shawn is a wealth of knowledge who was open and candid about his time spent at the institute, what led to his departure, and how dangerous conspiracy theories have become.  He also sheds some light on his new novel "The Story Diver" and where he pulls the inspiration for his novels from!

This week, we dive into the murky world of politics and discuss Joe Biden's recent "You ain't black" comments. We also discuss how COVID has changed the world and will continue to do so, as well as speculate about how to "safely" reopen the economy    

The first episode of The Curated Culture is here! Join Rob and Maria as they talk about their journey in rebranding from the Nerd News Show into Curated Culture and recounts how COVID-19 has impacted their everyday lives.