Pop Culture Happy Hour · September 11, 2026 · 29m

Practical Magic 2 and What's Making Us Happy

The Pop Culture Happy Hour team discusses the long-awaited sequel Practical Magic 2, which reunites Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as witch sisters grappling with a deadly family curse. They consider whether the film recaptures the original’s 90s charm while the next generation discovers new dangers. The episode also includes the hosts’ current pop culture favorites, featuring recommendations from NPR’s archive for the spooky season.

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The Nostalgic Return of the Owens Sisters

Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman reprise their roles as witch sisters after more than 25 years, aiming to rekindle the original’s 90s magic for a new audience.

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A New Generation Faces the Family Curse

The sequel shifts focus to the next generation of the Owens family, who must navigate the magical threats inherent to their bloodline.

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