
The Popcast is hosted by Jon Caramanica, a pop music critic for The New York Times. It covers the latest in popular music criticism, trends and news. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 549 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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The singer and songwriter on her reign as one of music’s most idiosyncratic, spiritual figures and where her creative impulses are headed next. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your ... more
A conversation about the casual virtuosity of D’Angelo’s too-brief career with a pair of journalists who each interviewed him twice. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite po... more
Our team of Swift experts debate her blockbuster new album and take questions about its themes and controversies. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here http... more
For a rapid-response episode, Jon and Joe journey track-by-track through the pop star’s new album, assessing the highs, lows and hot gossip. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your fav... more
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Am I crazy thinking this podcast used to branch out more? Now it just seems dead-focused on the most unavoidable normie music in the planet. Does a new Taylor Swift album need at least three dedicated installments?
I used to like it but recently there are too many celebrities interviews but not many episodes to analyze and critique. And the taste / perspective of the podcast seems a bit out of touch of the younger generation. Seems you are hiring some new critic so hope to see it get better. And please be less sycophantic of Taylor Swift please and stop acting like Rolling Stone. And please fire Joe. He’s insufferable with his blatant so called commentary on Brat.
I used to love this podcast - especially the Taylor episodes. But just like TLOASG has ruined my taste for TS, the latest episode about TLOASG (w mailbag) has turned me off from this podcast. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t mind mixed opinions about this album. But when so much of the conversation about this album is about its racial messages and dog whistles, the absence of any non-white voice on this episode is stunning. Also, “did you girl boss too close to the sun”? Really? I think TS learne... more
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Too much airtime for this one guy who doesn’t like Charli XCX. Let other people speak. The main host sounds like Randall Emmett.
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Focused on the intersection of pop music and culture, this podcast brings together engaging discussions with notable guests, providing insights into various musical journeys and trends. Topics often include detailed commentary on recent album releases, industry dynamics, and personal artist narratives, making it a rich source for anyone interested in current pop music dynamics. Listeners can expect coverage of an eclectic mix of musical genres and thoughtful criticism, alongside revealing interviews with emerging and established artists alike. The discussions frequently extend beyond music to touch on social issues and personal experiences related to the industry, showcasing a multi-faceted approach to pop culture.
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Recent guests on Popcast include:
1. Ed Sheeran
2. Earl Sweatshirt
3. Hayden Anadonia
4. Hazel Sills
5. Joseph Patel
6. Vernon Reed
7. Ben Greenman
8. Addison Rae
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