Popcast podcast

Popcast

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. Listen to this podcast in New York Times Audio, our new iOS app for news subscribers. Download now at nytimes.com/audioapp

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. Listen to this podcast in New York Times Audio, our new iOS app for news subscribers. Download now at nytimes.com/audioapp

 

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Popcast (Deluxe): Can Rap Bridge Its Generation Gap?

Is it possible for rappers to age gracefully? Where are the new stars? A discussion on the state of the genre and where it may be heading. ... Read more

Yesterday

1 HR 13 MINS

1:13:02

Yesterday


#450

André 3000’s Experiments With Flutes and Fame

The acclaimed rapper’s first solo album contains no rapping. What does this sharp creative turn reveal about its maker? Guests: GQ's Zach Baron, and Sadie Sartini Garner. ... Read more

25 Nov 2023

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:32

25 Nov 2023


#449

Popcast (Deluxe): Mailbag! The Beatles, Taylor Swift and More

Taking viewer and listener questions on hot topics in pop music. ... Read more

22 Nov 2023

53 MINS

53:50

22 Nov 2023


#448

Popcast (Deluxe): What Is Going On With the Grammy Nominations?

Dissecting the contenders for the 2024 Grammy Awards, including top nominations for SZA, Olivia Rodrigo, boygenius, Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift and Jon Batiste. Plus: Nathan Fielder's "The Curse." ... Read more

15 Nov 2023

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:35

15 Nov 2023


#447

PinkPantheress Leaves the Bedroom for the Wider Pop World

A conversation about the 22-year-old singer, songwriter and producer’s new album and the art of sampling. Guests: Kemi Alemoru and Lindsay Zoladz. ... Read more

10 Nov 2023

51 MINS

51:43

10 Nov 2023


#446

Popcast (Deluxe): ‘Priscilla’ and ‘The Golden Bachelor’ Plumb Heartbreak

Breaking down Sofia Coppola’s new film, an impressionistic take on Elvis and Priscilla Presley’s relationship, plus: the surprising depth of a reality TV spinoff. ... Read more

08 Nov 2023

1 HR 07 MINS

1:07:07

08 Nov 2023


#445

Noah Kahan’s Rootsy Rock Revival

Revisiting the rustic mainstream sound of the early 2010s, the Vermont singer-songwriter has broken through with “Stick Season.” Guests: Vox's Rebecca Jennings and Billboard's Jason Lipshutz. ... Read more

03 Nov 2023

47 MINS

47:35

03 Nov 2023


#444

Popcast (Deluxe): Is the Pop Music Machine Stuck in Place?

With certain headliners hogging up space, where are the new stars? We checked in on recent hits from the radio, streaming services and TikTok. ... Read more

01 Nov 2023

1 HR 07 MINS

1:07:46

01 Nov 2023


#443

Who Is Troye Sivan Now?

A conversation about the pop star’s evolution on his new album, “Something to Give Each Other,” and the ceilings he may still face as an openly gay male performer. Guests: Harry Tafoya and Shaad D’Souza. ... Read more

27 Oct 2023

39 MINS

39:57

27 Oct 2023


#442

Popcast (Deluxe): The Britney Spears Memoir + ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’

Reacting to “The Woman in Me,” the new book by Spears, and Martin Scorsese’s latest film, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro and Lily Gladstone. ... Read more

25 Oct 2023

1 HR 02 MINS

1:02:01

25 Oct 2023


#441

Drake Takes On All Comers

The rapper’s new album, “For All the Dogs,” has stirred debate about maturity and misogyny, and led to questions about the next phase of his career. Guests: The Ringer's Justin Charity and Pitchfork's Dylan Green. ... Read more

20 Oct 2023

46 MINS

46:02

20 Oct 2023