Pop Culture Cosmos
ABOUT
From the minds that brought you Rob McCallum Films, Mario Party Wars, Wine, Women and Words, Gamercast w/ Rob, Jay and Glenn, Game Source and Retro City Games it’s our look at all things Pop Culture. Stay tuned for the latest updates on Television, Film, Comic Books, Sci-Fi, Video Games, Technology, Collectibles, Board/Card Games and all things Pop Culture as we collect and share the hottest news and opinions from around the world of Pop Culture!
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Gerald Glassford
EDITOR-IN CHIEF /WRITER/HOST/PRODUCER
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Josh Pederson
WRITER/HOST/PRODUCER
Josh Pederson is an author and journalist from Orange County. His novel "Vendetta Dark" got him on Amazon.com's top indie author list back in 2015. His next novel will be out in June, titled "Congratulations, You Suck." He's also an avid gamer, film enthusiast, and podcast addict.
Rob McCallum
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Diana Tierney
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AFFILIATES & CONTRIBUTORS
Chad Smith /Hyperschmitt
Musical Artist
Chad Smith/Hyperschmitt is a musical act from Orange County. Formerly of the band City of Lions, you can find his music on iTunes, Soundcloud, and the Pop Culture Cosmos show. He also stars in Ghost Toasters, and original web series from Humannequin Media.
Elijah Harrison
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Musical Artist
Elijah Harrison/Plazma Z is a musical act form Orange County. When he's not writing and producing music, he's owning noobs on Destiny 2. You can find his music on Soundcloud and the Pop Culture Cosmos show.
Jay Bartlett
Contributor
Jay Bartlett is the founder of a Star Wars cosplay group called Star Wars Echo Three that focuses on cosplaying Star Wars for children's charities and hospitals. He's also a frequent guest on the Pop Culture Cosmos shows and the host of his own podcast "A Galaxy Far Far Away," as well as part of the team that brought you Nintendo Quest.
Douglas Haughaboo
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Douglas Haughaboo is contributor from the Las Vegas area, who runs a retro video game store called Retro City Games. Visit their store to find out what they have in stock.
Nichole Ghougasian
Retro City Games
Mario Party Wars
A Galaxy Far Far Away
Contributor
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Welcome to Retro City Games in Henderson, NV! We are a retro gaming store that carries games from Atari through modern gaming, + more!
Star Wars Echo Three
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A Star Wars Cosplay group that focuses on charities and children's hospital visits.
We support each other through an optimistic outlook and friendship.
Echo Three was founded in March 2016 when a love of Star Wars bought together friends Jay Bartlett, and Ammie. The mission: to give back to the people in need through our passion for the Saga.
TV Ratings Guide
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We offer accurate renew/cancel predictions, reviews, and historical ratings dating back to 1984. Visit tvratingsguide.com to read some of our many articles.
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Mario Party Wars is an organization & tournament created and currently run by Yelthin Orochena (COO) & Salvador Villa (CEO). Originally founded in July 2013 as a small gathering of friends playing Mario Party, it grew to become an organization demonstrating that video games like the Mario Party franchise bring people together. To have memories forged, make new friendships...or destroy them. Mario Party has it all!
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Fantasy Football Paydirt Podcast
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The Fantasy Football Paydirt Podcast is a relevant, concise, and informative podcast designed to help you manage your fanatasy football team and win your league.
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Welcome my fellow Star Wars fans, my name is Jay Bartlett and I have been a lifelong fan of everything Star Wars since I saw A New Hope back in 1977. I wanted to have a place to share my love and passion for all things Star Wars, and provide fans a place to discuss, and celebrate everything Star Wars.
Wresting Podcast About Nothing
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The Wrestling Podcast About Nothing with pro wrestler "The Kingpin" Brian Milonas and referee Mike Crockett can be found on the NAI Network & BDA Radio.
Smoking Hot Confessions
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Smoking Hot Confessions is bringing sexy BBQ back to the everyman.
Humannequin Media
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We are a media company that specializes in cinematography, production, writing and special effects. If you have an idea that you want to get out into the world, we want to help. If you need a video made whether it be for weddings, special events or corporate, we want to help. If you want to learn, we want to teach you. Our services include filming, editing, teaching, green screen studio and equipment rentals and more.
Rob McCallum Films
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Rob McCallum is an award-winning filmmaker, documenting subjects like video games, heavy metal, fanboy fanatics, and more. His work has garnered press attention from NBC, CBS, CBC Radio•One, CTV, WIRED, /Film and Destructoid. Known for out-of-the-box thinking and fierce determination, McCallum has raised over $170,000 via various crowdfunding campaigns and contributes his opinions to various online blogs and sites. His obsession with all things Jim Henson is hard to understand but most people forgive him for his deep love of Masters of the Universe and Ducktales.