There’s no greater gift than the ability to make someone laugh and brighten their day. It’s a talent that Jenn McAllister has perfected, combining several of her passions in life. For two seasons, she’s had us in stitches, playing Andie Fixler on the YouTube Red/AwesomenessTV original, Foursome, and she’s back for yet another epic season of this can’t-miss comedy. Along the way, the show has taught us about friendship, self-confidence, and relationships, and has established Jenn as one of the great comedic performers of her generation. Pop Culturalist spoke with Jenn
You probably know the work of film and television composer Nathan Barr, but don’t even realize it. He’s worked on several popular TV shows, like True Blood, The Americans and Hemlock Grove. In fact, he’s been nominated twice for Emmy awards for his television work. His film work ranges from Cabin Fever to the recent film, Flatliners. We were able to chat with Nathan about music, how it enhances what we see, and how he composes. PC: How and when did you know you wanted to be a composer/musician? Nathan: I’ve always
The Language of Thorns is a wonderful book for those who love fairy tales, or are fans of the great Leigh Bardugo. This gorgeously illustrated book is comprised of six re-imagined fairy tales set in the Grishaverse, or the world of Shadow and Bone (if you haven’t read any of that series, no matter. You’ll easily be able to jump right in.). The tales range from a retelling of “The Nutcracker” and “Hansel and Gretel” to “Beauty and the Beast” and “The Little Mermaid,” which has a particularly intriguing title
Ryan McCartan is an actor and singer who continues to push his boundaries and set his own bar. His transformative performances have captured the hearts and attention of audiences of all ages. His credits include Disney Channel’s Liv and Maddie, Fox’s The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and the off-Broadway classic, Heathers: The Musical. He’s currently starring as Ollie Keller on the Hulu/AwesomenessTV original, Freakish. Pop Culturalist sat down with Ryan to chat about the role, how the industry is evolving, and the paradigms the show explores this season. PC: What drew you to this