What does $165 million get you for Wuthering Heights? Emerald Fennell’s bold, polarizing adaptation — starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi — has the internet buzzing. We break down the box office, the casting controversies, critical reactions, visual design, Charli XCX’s soundtrack, and whether the film’s marketing spend lived up to the payoff.

Plus quick cultural updates: Prince Andrew’s police interview, Shia LaBeouf’s arrest, the Nancy Guthrie missing-persons case, and the ongoing Warner Bros. bidding war.

Struggling with chronic pain? So is Elizabeth. Elizabeth talks about her personal struggle with chronic pain and the self-perpetuating cycle of fear, inactivity, and deconditioning that worsens symptoms. She explains how pain, poor sleep, posture and fatigue interact and highlights the emotional toll and lack of easy medical fixes.

Elizabeth outlines a simple plan to start breaking the cycle—small, consistent actions like 20-minute moderate workouts, better sleep and anti-inflammatory habits—and invites listeners to follow her progress and share their own experiences.

Pop and Circumstance is your go-to podcast to stay in the loop on what’s happening in pop culture, and get a digestible amount of personal growth to help you deal with all of life’s circumstances. Hosted by Elizabeth Martin, a business owner (Southern Supply) and former HR lady, and Hart Morse, an actor (Will Trent, FBI) and writer, these two bring diverse and hilarious experiences, perspectives, and expertise in a relatable, fun to listen to format every Monday and Thursday.

Check us out on:

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Miss Otis Regrets painting by Kris Lamorena https://www.krislamorena.com

There’s a lot to catch up on: an in-depth update on the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mother Nancy Guthrie (timeline, alleged ransom notes, DNA confirmation and ongoing search), a recap of key Grammy moments and winners (Share’s onstage fumble, record/album/song winners, standout performances), Taylor Swift’s strategic "Opalite" video release and its playful 90s infomercial concept, the Milan Winter Olympics opening, Super Bowl halftime chatter, and light personal/pop-culture bits like Valentine crafting and snack talk.

This episode digs into the awkward reality of setting boundaries with friends, sparked by the Blake Lively–Taylor Swift text exchange.

Hosts Hart and Elizabeth discuss why we avoid tough conversations, common boundary pitfalls (people-pleasing, power dynamics, quid pro quo), and give three practical steps: be honest with yourself, name the issue kindly, and offer alternatives while following through.

Pop and Circumstance is your go-to podcast to stay in the loop on what’s happening in pop culture, and get a digestible amount of personal growth to help you deal with all of life’s circumstances. Hosted by Elizabeth Martin, a business owner (Southern Supply) and former HR lady, and Hart Morse, an actor (Will Trent, FBI) and writer, these two bring diverse and hilarious experiences, perspectives, and expertise in a relatable, fun to listen to format every Monday and Thursday.

Check us out on:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PopandCircPod

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popandcircumstancepod/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@popandcircpod?lang=en

Our Popsicles are from https://braheartcompany.com/

Miss Otis Regrets painting by Kris Lamorena https://www.krislamorena.com