The Pop Pod
PopSamCamYour ultimate guide to the world of pop. Hosted by music journalist and pop obsessive Sam Murphy (aka @PopSamCam), this podcast keeps you caught up on everything happening across the pop universe. From headline-making news and deep-dive album reviews to hot takes, artist interviews, and bold Grammy predictions, it’s all here. New episodes on Thursdays.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 105 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic Commentary | |||
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- Fav pod, fav TikTok’s!
I first followed Sam on TikTok and was always captivated with his takes and music updates on TikTok. Well the pod is even better! I love his thoughtful, fair, and earnest opinions and takes on music and the industry. He’s so well informed and a wealth of knowledge!
Apple Podcasts5KZanotti2
United Statesa year ago - Move over Zane Lowe
I used to listen to Beats 1 every morning, but I feel like they have lost their touch. Sam has a special passion for pop music/pop culture that Beats 1 could never!!! Love this pod🩵
Apple Podcasts5JordanlisteningUnited Statesa year ago - Best analysis
PopSamCam is my go to listen for analysis of pop music. Thorough and informative. Also generally infectious.
Apple Podcasts5BoardGamersUnited Statesa year ago - Awesome Show
I love hearing the reviews and look forward to what you have next. Keep up the good work 😁👍
Apple Podcasts5v.j. anderson
United Kingdoma year ago - I love this format.
Pop music news in a nutshell by a pop enthusiast. Sign me in. Less social media for me. Great!
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Germanya year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #174 | United States/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #208 | United Kingdom/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #223 |  Australia/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #89 |  Hong Kong/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #97 |  Ireland/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #101 |  Austria/Music/Music Commentary |
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What is The Pop Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A lively, opinionated show that tracks the pulse of pop through deep-dive album discussions, roundtable debates, and interviews with artists, executives, and creators. Episodes consistently blend killer openers, production choices, and career histories with timely takes on streaming, chart culture, and live performances. Notable for hosting candid conversations, strong analytic asks, and a knack for connecting classic pop lineage to contemporary sounds, making it a solid fit for listeners who want smart, Dj-ish pop analysis with personality and insider context.
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These podcasts share a similar audience with The Pop Pod:
1. Pop Pantheon
2. Every Single Album
3. Legends Only - A Pop Culture Podcast
4. Popcast
5. Keep It!
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The Pop Pod launched a year ago and published 105 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 The Pop Pod include:
1. Caroline Hjelt
2. Aino Järvelä
3. Jessie Ware
4. Danny L Harle
5. Sam Duboff
6. Lucy Dacus
7. Holly Humberstone
8. Chloe Qisha
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