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January 9, 2026 - Week in Review: Heated Rivalry, Stranger Things, and BTS' return
On this edition of The Culture Show, Culture Show co-hosts Jared Bowen, Callie Crossley and Edgar B. Herwick III go over the latest headlines on our arts and culture week-in-review.
First up, “Heated Rivalry,” the hockey romance that’s become an unexpected breakout hit. What began as a niche sports drama has grown into a word-of-mouth phenomenon, drawing praise for its explicit intimacy, emotional depth, and its nuanced take on masculinity, fame, and desire inside the high-pressure world of professional sports.
Next, BTS is reuniting after completing South Korea’s mandatory military service…
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