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Waste or Taste

Hearing Things
Paris Hilton
Los Angeles
Remix Culture
Charli XCX
Club Music
Julian Casablancas
The Strokes
London Dance Music
Shy Girl
Lou Reed
Geordie Greep
Tyler, the Creator
Hearing Things
Pop Music
Sabrina Carpenter
FKA Twigs
Grammy Awards
Lady Gaga
Liz Phair
Kim Deal

Each episode, the music obsessives behind the the website Hearing Things bring three songs to the table, debate their merits and drawbacks, and ultimately decide whether they are crappy or great. Worthless or worthwhile. Waste or taste.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes10Foundeda year ago
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And we're back! In this year-end-ish episode, the whole Hearing Things crew—Jill Mapes, Andy Cush, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, Ryan Dombal, and Dylan Green—get together to decide whether guilty pleasures by Sabrina Carpenter, Ian, Ice Spice, Raye, an... more

Recorded in front of a live audience at this year's On Air Fest in Brooklyn, Jill Mapes, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, and Dylan Green decide whether new songs by Addison Rae, Drake, and Oklou are Waste or Taste—and talk about the music they want playe... more

Jill Mapes, Andy Cush, and Julianne Escobedo Shepherd decide whether new songs by Gaga, Doechii, and the Weather Station are Waste or Taste, and talk about music that can help everyone escape the winter doldrums. Topics include how Doechii backs up h... more

Music critics and Hearing Things founders Jill Mapes, Dylan Green, and Ryan Dombal decide whether Grammy-nominated songs by the Beatles, Common, and Kim Gordon are Waste or Taste, and discuss a few very strange Grammy moments across history. Topics i... more

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Jill Mapes
Host of the show and a music enthusiast known for her engaging commentary and critiques on various music tracks.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Taste

    Hearing Things is taste

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greg from here
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ayyy

    I literally don’t listen to any other podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fjord666
    United Statesa year ago
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    We love

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShaneKealoha
    United Statesa year ago
  • Yes Good

    Me Like!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Treelog
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesome show

    Auspicious for music journalism/criticism!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    danjohn2009
    United Statesa year ago

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The show is praised for its humorous take on music criticism and its relatability.
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Listeners appreciate the engaging debates and enjoy the lighthearted yet insightful discussions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Waste or Taste

What is Waste or Taste about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast is a vibrant exploration of contemporary music, driven by a panel of passionate music enthusiasts who share and dissect three tracks in each episode. With a focus on the merits and flaws of current songs, the discussions span a wide range of genres, from pop and hip hop to alternative and indie music. The hosts engage not just in musical critique but also in candid conversations about their personal connections to the tracks and the cultural implications of the lyrics and sound. Unique to this series is its interactive format during live recordings, which invites audience participation, making for a lively and dynamic experience.

Additionally, the blend of humor and serious critique creates a comfortable space for listeners who... more

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