# social issue (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover social issue. Page: Feed: --- ## [455. MiOsc on the Wah Lum Grandmaster Succession](https://www.sifumimichan.com/miosc-20/) _2026-08-18 · The Sifu Mimi Chan Show_ Oscar and I sit down to discuss the Wah Lum Grandmaster Succession Ceremony which has garnered a lot of interest online. We breakdown the tradition, symbolism, and answer some of the questions we have encountered around the ceremony. I’ve been enjoying these conversations and hope you have too. If you have, please rate my podcast on your platform of choice and share it with others! If you would… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturechatpodcast/455_mixdown.mp3) ## [DC + Daniel Craig’s Bond Films](https://omny.fm/shows/popcorn-culture/dc-daniel-craig-s-bond-films) _2026-08-14 · Popcorn Culture_ We kick off this episode by reviewing DC, the fourth film by Arun Matheswaran, the acclaimed Tamil filmmaker behind Rocky (not the Sylvester Stallone film about boxing) and Saani Kaayidham. Like his other films, the film follows characters from the margins of society and centres around revenge and crime. This time, however, Matheswaran places that familiar brutality within a romance – specifically… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/de62ff84-6498-49d0-a266-a9d50120c712/2a80eb5c-5119-4306-8453-ab3c0000d3a3/6f6c031c-e7bd-4335-a7da-b4a600b9b0ae/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=6a26f1d6-e903-4947-9ec9-ab3c000123a3) ## [Spider-Man: Brand New Day](https://omny.fm/shows/popcorn-culture/spider-man-brand-new-day) _2026-08-07 · Popcorn Culture_ 7 years after the last Spider-Man outing, we return to the world and story of Peter Parker, as he operates as the web-slinging superhero, but in a time where everyone’s forgotten that he exists. As he faces an evolution in his powers, he also faces one of the most powerful threats he’s ever encountered. This film sees the return of the familiar trio of Tom Holland, Zendaya and Jacob Batalon,… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/de62ff84-6498-49d0-a266-a9d50120c712/2a80eb5c-5119-4306-8453-ab3c0000d3a3/d274809d-2b45-46b8-ab65-b49f00c431df/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=6a26f1d6-e903-4947-9ec9-ab3c000123a3) ## [Widow's Bay & The Drama + Memorable Performances](https://omny.fm/shows/popcorn-culture/widows-bay-the-drama-memorable-performances) _2026-07-31 · Popcorn Culture_ In this episode, it's a double-bill of reviews! First, we review The Drama — Norwegian director Kristoffer Borgli's romantic black comedy starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson as a happily engaged couple whose relationship is thrown into crisis when an unexpected revelation surfaces during their wedding week. Meanwhile, Widow's Bay is a horror-comedy series on Apple TV+ set in a quaint New England… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/de62ff84-6498-49d0-a266-a9d50120c712/2a80eb5c-5119-4306-8453-ab3c0000d3a3/d517e175-43da-48aa-b9e6-b49800bb1ee0/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=6a26f1d6-e903-4947-9ec9-ab3c000123a3) ## [The Odyssey + Best of Christopher Nolan](https://omny.fm/shows/popcorn-culture/the-odyssey-best-of-christopher-nolan) _2026-07-24 · Popcorn Culture_ Christopher Nolan is back after three years with The Odyssey, an epic mythological adventure adapted from Homer's ancient Greek poem. Nolan has always been incredibly passionate about the IMAX format, so it's no surprise he would be the one to deliver the first feature film ever shot entirely with IMAX cameras. It follows the legendary hero Odysseus (Matt Damon) on his perilous decade-long journey… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/de62ff84-6498-49d0-a266-a9d50120c712/2a80eb5c-5119-4306-8453-ab3c0000d3a3/f77ca597-9585-441c-99c1-b49100b8efca/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=6a26f1d6-e903-4947-9ec9-ab3c000123a3) ## [454. MiOsc: Work in progress](https://www.sifumimichan.com/miosc-19/) _2026-07-21 · The Sifu Mimi Chan Show_ MiOsc is back discussing the importance of humbling yourself to be a good student and teacher. I am grateful to share in these conversations with my favorite human. I’ve been enjoying these conversations and hope you have too. If you have, please rate my podcast on your platform of choice and share it with others! If you would like to support with a donation to help keep this podcast going and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturechatpodcast/Miosc_Full_Audio.mp3) ## [Minions & Monsters + Best Sidekicks](https://omny.fm/shows/popcorn-culture/minions-monsters-best-sidekicks) _2026-07-17 · Popcorn Culture_ The Minions are back in the third instalment of their standalone franchise, and this time, the adorable, semi-gibberish-spouting yellow creatures are taking over Hollywood and unleashing monsters. Pierre Coffin pays tribute to multiple horror classics and tropes while also hewing to the well-established formula of Minion hijinks and physical comedy. We discuss whether this is the best film in the… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/de62ff84-6498-49d0-a266-a9d50120c712/2a80eb5c-5119-4306-8453-ab3c0000d3a3/fb6f9697-2831-4a41-ab62-b48a00b951a7/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=6a26f1d6-e903-4947-9ec9-ab3c000123a3) ## [453. Greg Rucka on writing Batwoman and novels](https://www.sifumimichan.com/greg-rucka-65/) _2026-07-14 · The Sifu Mimi Chan Show_ It’s another fun chat with Greg Rucka on The Mimi and Greg Show . Just like the old days… we talk writing process for novels and comics. Batwoman , Atticus Kodiak , and more. We also share our most recent reads. Quick correction: I drew a blank when talking about Joe Abercrombie’s character Logen Ninefingers at the end, so forgive me! If you aren’t already subscribed to Greg Rucka’s newsletter,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturechatpodcast/greg_full_audio_2222.mp3) ## [Dear You & The Furious + Best of 2026 (so far!)](https://omny.fm/shows/popcorn-culture/dear-you-the-furious-best-of-2026-so-far) _2026-07-10 · Popcorn Culture_ This week, we're looking at two films from opposite ends of the cinematic spectrum. First, we review The Furious, Kenji Tanigaki's bone-crunching Hong Kong action thriller about a father tearing through a criminal underworld to rescue his kidnapped daughter. Then, we switch gears with Dear You, the Teochew-language family drama that's become one of the year's biggest word-of-mouth sensations,… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/de62ff84-6498-49d0-a266-a9d50120c712/2a80eb5c-5119-4306-8453-ab3c0000d3a3/e0dcb9fd-c715-4753-92d7-b48300b9be1b/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=6a26f1d6-e903-4947-9ec9-ab3c000123a3) ## [452. MiOsc: America’s 250th anniversary – Semiquincentennial](https://www.sifumimichan.com/miosc-18/) _2026-07-07 · The Sifu Mimi Chan Show_ MiOsc is back discussing America’s 250th anniversary – Semiquincentennial , and the alignment of milestones. This year marks 56 years since the Wah Lum system was established right here in the United States, and we break down the parallels between being a good American and being a good martial arts practitioner. I’ve been enjoying these conversations and hope you have too. If you have, please rate… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturechatpodcast/452_mixdown.mp3) ## [Meet Claude, the AI assistant (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/eaZNJWq3Ijs2) _2026-07-07 · **Sponsored**_ Conversational AI to answer questions, brainstorm ideas, and help with tasks. ## [Supergirl & Obsession + Favourite Superhero Movies](https://omny.fm/shows/popcorn-culture/supergirl-obsession-favourite-superhero-movies) _2026-07-03 · Popcorn Culture_ In this episode, we have a double bill of reviews. Obsession is the second low-budget indie horror movie by a Gen-Z director that has taken the world by storm, after Backrooms. Directed by Curry Barker, the film centres around Bear (Michael Johnston), a hopeless romantic who uses a mystical “One Wish Willow” to make his crush Nikki (Inde Navarrette) love him, but as they say, be careful what you… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/de62ff84-6498-49d0-a266-a9d50120c712/2a80eb5c-5119-4306-8453-ab3c0000d3a3/2cb532bc-5d7e-40e0-a46b-b47c00b85898/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=6a26f1d6-e903-4947-9ec9-ab3c000123a3) ## [451. Greg Rucka on allies, mistrust, and grace](https://www.sifumimichan.com/greg-rucka-64/) _2026-06-30 · The Sifu Mimi Chan Show_ Die-hard podcast fans: The Mimi and Greg Show version is back today! Grateful to catch up with my dear friend Greg Rucka as we share thoughts on the world today. It’s not a typical Rucka Rant episode, but we do get into the weeds about recognizing our allies, learning to trust one another, and allowing grace for our fellow humans. We also share our take on the New York Knicks NBA Champions , the… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturechatpodcast/451_mixdown.mp3) ## [Toy Story 5 + Pixar Favourites](https://omny.fm/shows/popcorn-culture/toy-story-5-pixar-favourites) _2026-06-26 · Popcorn Culture_ Woody and the gang are back once again, in the 5th installment of the Toy Story franchise. This time, the gang finds themselves facing a new threat: technology, in the form of a tablet, which has become Bonnie’s new favourite plaything. So how does the movie do in dealing with such a timely subject, and is it a worthy addition to Toy Story? We discuss that, before pivoting to discussing the best… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/de62ff84-6498-49d0-a266-a9d50120c712/2a80eb5c-5119-4306-8453-ab3c0000d3a3/4074b942-5c03-42d6-921c-b47500b7e50e/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=6a26f1d6-e903-4947-9ec9-ab3c000123a3) ## [Disclosure Day + Best Alien Movies/Series](https://omny.fm/shows/popcorn-culture/disclosure-day-best-alien-movies-series) _2026-06-19 · Popcorn Culture_ Steven Spielberg returns to one of his favourite subjects with Disclosure Day, an original sci-fi thriller about a meteorologist and whistleblower racing to expose years of government secrecy surrounding the existence of extraterrestrial life while powerful deep-state forces try to stop them. It's Spielberg's first alien film since War of the Worlds and has been billed as a spiritual companion to… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/de62ff84-6498-49d0-a266-a9d50120c712/2a80eb5c-5119-4306-8453-ab3c0000d3a3/36b0a9d5-caec-4c6f-9cc7-b46e00bc7837/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=6a26f1d6-e903-4947-9ec9-ab3c000123a3) ## [450. History, Archived.](https://www.sifumimichan.com/history-archives/) _2026-06-17 · The Sifu Mimi Chan Show_ History is more than a collection of dates and names in a textbook; it is a living narrative shaped by the records we choose to keep. Without intentional preservation, vital stories, cultural lineages, and wisdom risk being lost to time. In this episode, I share the importance of archiving to ensure historical accuracy for future generations. We explore why preserving our past is the ultimate act… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturechatpodcast/450_mixdown.mp3) ## [Masters of the Universe & Backrooms + Favourite Childhood Characters (Pt 2)](https://omny.fm/shows/popcorn-culture/masters-of-the-universe-backrooms-favourite-childhood-characters-pt-2) _2026-06-12 · Popcorn Culture_ In this episode, we review two films that are vastly different. Masters of the Universe is a campy fantasy superhero adventure film based on the beloved 1980s He-Man animated series. Directed by Travis Knight, the film stars Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man/Prince Adam, Jared Leto as Skeletor, as well as, Alison Brie, Idris Elba and more. It follows Prince Adam's journey from Earth to the magical… [Listen](https://traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/de62ff84-6498-49d0-a266-a9d50120c712/2a80eb5c-5119-4306-8453-ab3c0000d3a3/9182a476-c1a3-4f3e-aefb-b46700c003b3/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=6a26f1d6-e903-4947-9ec9-ab3c000123a3) ## [449. MiOsc on the importance of knowing your history](https://www.sifumimichan.com/miosc-17/) _2026-05-19 · The Sifu Mimi Chan Show_ It’s AAPI Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month . Oscar and I sit down to discuss the power of knowing your history. Whether it’s your personal lineage or the roots of your martial art, understanding where you come from is essential. For my fellow Wah Lum practitioners, studying our history isn’t just a lesson—it’s the key to our practice. Let’s dive in. I’ve been enjoying these… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturechatpodcast/449_mixdown.mp3) ## [448. Coach Dan John on situational awareness and karma](https://www.sifumimichan.com/dan-john-18/) _2026-05-05 · The Sifu Mimi Chan Show_ Coach Dan John and I continue our ongoing Sword in the Stone journey—using this classic book as a guide to examine the world we live in today. As an exceptional educator and mentor to many, I am grateful that Dan continues to take time out of his busy schedule to geek out and philosophize with me. In this episode, we explore parallels between films like Star Wars , Game of Thrones , The Hobbit ,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturechatpodcast/448_mixdown.mp3) ## [447. Greg Rucka on comics, grief, and feelings](https://www.sifumimichan.com/greg-rucka-63/) _2026-04-14 · The Sifu Mimi Chan Show_ Greg Rucka and I are back in what has become The Mimi and Greg Show since 2019 ! This episode is jam-packed with comics talk: Lazarus , Batwoman , Cheetah and Cheshire Rob the Justice League , The Forged , plus some Superman insight! We have a lot to say about social media — but today, Greg surprisingly has one good thing to say about it. In typical potpourri fashion, we also discuss grief,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturechatpodcast/447_mixdown.mp3) ## [Stocks ranked by what execs say (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Tu16fd9uK6pX) _2026-04-14 · **Sponsored**_ Evidence-backed watchlists from earnings calls and filings, cited to real transcripts—not guesses. ## [446. MiOsc on Optimal vs Ideal](https://www.sifumimichan.com/miosc-16/) _2026-03-31 · The Sifu Mimi Chan Show_ MiOsc is back at sea. Join us for an evening conversation as we try to keep our thoughts concise amidst our most recent cruise. What is the difference between optimal vs ideal? Should we be adding or shedding actions to improve? And are we living in reality? I’ve been enjoying these conversations and hope you have too. If you have, please rate my podcast on your platform of choice and share it… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturechatpodcast/446_mixdown.mp3)