Popcast
The New York TimesThe 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 | 573 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic InterviewsMusic Commentary | |||
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Gracie Abrams sat down with Joe and Jon for an in-depth conversation ahead of her third album, "Daughter From Hell," out July 17. She discusses the inspiration behind the album, her new single "Look At My Life," collaborating with boyfriend Paul Mesc... more
Summer is upon us, and it’s time for the semiannual Popcast mailbag, in which the most burning questions of viewers and listeners are answered, definitively. This round, the inquiries were sizzling, and on a wide range of topics: whether Geese is the... more
Slayyyter, who became one of the year's breakout stars with the release of her third studio album “Worst Girl in America” and a viral Coachella set, sat down with Joe and Jon to discuss her slow-simmer career arc, why preexisting pop-star formats did... more
Two decades on from the ecstatic electronic pop and rap that made her one of the most significant, ear-opening stars in music, the Sri Lankan-British singer M.I.A. returned in April with “M.I.7,” her seventh album and first in four years, documenting... more
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- Dry your mouths
The knees on the ground reviews for drakes album in 2026 renders these two truly obsolete. NYT really needs quality control.
Apple Podcasts1flangeslammer
United Statesa month ago - I love this podcast
This podcast and Spelling Bee are honestly the main reasons I subscribe to the NYT
Apple Podcasts5EveryNameIsTaken192937United States2 months ago - Debating the 30 Greatest - GOAT
This episode prompted an ongoing philosophical debate with a family member. Thank you.
Apple Podcasts5Kate in LAUnited States2 months ago - Show has become trash
Used to be a fantastic show featuring in depth conversations about all sorts of genres of music with really informed guests. Now just another mediocre celebrity interview show totally divorced from actual music criticism. Really sad to post this review as a long time listener but sorry, Jon and Joe, it’s time to quit.
Apple Podcasts1annon.4United States2 months ago - What happened to music criticism?
This used to be a podcast where they would have intriguing conversations about different artists/albums now they just have interviews and it’s way more boring. Bring back the music criticism!
Apple Podcasts2Lanie LaundryUnited States2 months ago
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Spotify | #24 | United States/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #9 | United States/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #24 | United States/Music |
Spotify | #26 |  United Kingdom/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #5 |  Canada/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #7 | United Kingdom/Music/Music Commentary |
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What is Popcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Two seasoned pop music critics break down current and past releases with a blend of rapid-fire reactions and deep-dive analysis. Episodes frequently explore production choices, songwriting craft, artist branding, and industry dynamics, often tying music to broader cultural conversations. Guests range from superstar artists to editors and industry insiders, delivering both close readings of records and editorial context. A distinctive strength is the host banter tempered by strong musical literacy, making discussions feel both intellectually rigorous and accessible. The format often pivots between roundtable debates, in-depth interviews, and scene-setting context, which can yield fresh perspectives for listeners deciding which artists and pr... more
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Which podcasts are similar to Popcast?
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1. Switched on Pop
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4. Pop Culture Happy Hour
5. How Long Gone
How many episodes of Popcast are there?
Popcast launched 20 years ago and published 573 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Popcast include:
1. Sam Levinson
2. Olivia Rodrigo
3. Wesley Morris
4. Sasha Weiss
5. Taylor Swift
6. Anne Hathaway
7. FKA Twigs
8. Jack Harlow
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