Popspotting #167: “Fringe of Anarchy” (Nov. 22, 2011)

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Popspotting #167: “Fringe of Anarchy” (Nov. 22, 2011)

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Nov 22, 2011

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In the past week, "Fringe" on FOX saw its fall finale, not to return until January 13, 2012, and the FX biker gang series "Sons of Anarchy" gave us a 90-minute episode to set the stage for the last three episodes of Season 4.

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Nov 22, 2011

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Popspotting is a pop-culture blog and show by Jen and Ryan, long-time podcasters based in Hawaii. Popspotting covers movies, television, music, books, art, tech, and pop culture news. Reader and listener participation are a key part of the show, with regular and special segments, including contests and trivia.

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