Brandon Stewart has shined in every facet of his career, whether that’s as an actor, musician, or producer. He thrives on inspiring others to follow their dreams, so it’s fitting that he’s the mastermind behind Shine, an online competition that teaches undiscovered artists how to write, sing, and ultimately sell their original songs. The series was a breakout hit and will return with its second season later this year. Pop Culturalist sat down with Brandon to chat about Shine, the audition process, and mentoring the next generation. PC: You’re an
Sixteen-year-old bestselling author Carrie Berk discovered her passion for storytelling in second grade. Yes, second grade! She was enamored with the idea of bringing real-life themes into fictional scenarios. She’s gone on to write over twenty books, which have not only connected with audiences around the world, but have also inspired the next generation of writers. Her latest, Frenemies, is an important story about the strength of friendship and overcoming difficult times. Pop Culturalist caught up with Carrie to chat about the book! PC: How did you discover your passion
Zach Mackey has made a name for himself as a classical music composer, but he’s showing off a different side to his artistry with his new single “You Know What You Did”. The emotionally-driven anthem finds the rising star venturing into the world of electronic-produced music captivating listeners with an entrancingly dark melody and haunting vocals. “You Know What You Did” documents the raw emotions associated with an aching heartbreak and recalls the torment that Zach personally experienced. In many ways, the song represents the end of a chapter and
Pop Culturalist is excited to be partnering with Roadside Attractions to give away tickets to an advance screening of The Peanut Butter Falcon. You and a guest will see the film before it’s released on August 9. All the details are below. Good luck! About the Film A modern Mark Twain style adventure story, The Peanut Butter Falcon tells the story of Zak (Gottsagen), a young man with Down syndrome, who runs away from a residential nursing home to follow his dream of attending the professional wrestling school of his