Pop Culture Happy Hour 2026 Resolutions and What’s Making Us Happy
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Jan 2, 2026 The hosts dive into their New Year’s resolutions for 2026, sharing personal goals and reflecting on past failures. Glen hilariously admits to overlooking his long-movie plan, while Aisha aims to draft a screenwriting scene. Stephen explores art in the face of AI, and Linda finds comfort in the chaotic charm of an anti-chef YouTube series. They recommend a mix of intriguing podcasts and albums, including a jazz-infused gem and a cozy reality show. It's a lively discussion filled with laughter, personal growth, and creative inspirations.
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Forgotten Long-Movie Challenge
- Glenn Weldon planned to watch four-hour-plus films in 2025 but forgot and called it an abject failure.
- He vows to try again in 2026, saying failure built character and lit a fire under him.
Reading Plan Diverted To Novel
- Linda Holmes resolved to read more nonfiction essays in 2025 but immediately stopped thinking about it and gave herself a zero.
- She instead focused on writing a novel, which she completed work on during the year.
From Talk To One Scene
- Aisha Harris wanted to write fiction in 2025 and brainstormed one afternoon but mostly talked about the idea instead of executing.
- She resolved in 2026 to write at least one scene of a screenplay as a concrete, achievable step.
