WSOPC Recruitment is Closed

September 25, 2007  |  Posted by: The Scope

Recruitment is now closed for the 2007 edition of The Scope World Series of Pop Culture. Hearty thanks go out to all who volunteered for the competition. We should be announcing the team lineup soon.

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Episode 37: Let’s embarrass ourselves!

September 17, 2007  |  Posted by: The Scope

On this episode, we look back to some of our more embarrassing music and movie picks of years past. Discussion of the VMA’s, our upcoming trivia championship, and the longest list of Coming Soon in this history of The Scope!

I Hate to Admit It, But…
Our impeccable taste in movies and music is put to the test… 15 years ago!

Music
Jared: Bell Biv DeVoe – Poison
Adam: Wilson Phillips – Wilson Phillips
Shane: Amy Grant – Heart in Motion

Movies
Adam: The Neverending Story
Shane: Father of the Bride
Jared: Young Einstein

News
Tobey Maguire and Shane share a love for giant robots.
The guy that wrote and directed Van Helsing is bringing GI Joe to the big screen.
Music Industry’s idea to save itself: Ringles.
Nintendo back on top in video game industry.
Official Iron Man trailer.
Wii Zapper release date and price.

Reviews
Music
2 1/2 starsThe Go! Team – Proof of Youth – 2 1/2 stars

Music
“Adventures of the Deaf Dreamer” – Josh Woodward
“80s Funk Jam 6” – Psykosoul
Scope Sounds: “My Favorite Mutiny” – The Coup

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The Scope World Series of Pop Culture Needs You

September 5, 2007  |  Posted by: The Scope

Are you able to recall all of Howard Hessman’s students on Head of the Class? Can you list the first-party games for the Nintendo Entertainment System by release date in reverse chronological order? Then The Scope wants you!

The Scope is now recruiting participants* for the 2007 edition of The Scope World Series of Pop Culture. We are looking for teams as well as individuals who are willing to challenge the defending champs for the crown. Shows will be taping in October and November, so contact us today!

*You must be in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN area to participate

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Episode 36: The 2nd Annual Scope Fall TV Preview

September 3, 2007  |  Posted by: The Scope

The new 4th member of the show (Molly) stops by yet again to help preview the upcoming Fall television season. We discuss some of the pilots we’ve manage to see, as well as our picks for Most Excited About and First To Be Canceled.

Also, our “Date-a-Molly” contest is in full swing.

Fall TV Contest
We’ve made our picks for “First New Show to be Canceled”. Who will win the huge cash prize?

Adam: Carpoolers
Jared: The Big Bang Theory
Shane: Viva Laughlin
Molly: Cavemen

News
‘Spider-man’ suit secret revealed.
Kevin Smith set to ruin two shows.
2 Out of 3 Anchors Join Colbert in Wrist Stunt
iTunes Store to Stop Selling NBC Television Shows
‘South Park’ to Run for Another Three Years

Reviews
Film
3 1/2 starsSuperbad – 3 1/2 stars

Music
“Screaming Chicken” – Joboj
“Television Light” – Todd Lerner
Scope Sounds: “Maybe I’m Amazed” – Blake Morgan


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