Popcast

By The New York Times

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.

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The podcast currently has 525 episodes available.

Popcast episodes:

January 17, 2025 The Bob Dylan-Timothée Chalamet Connection
A conversation about “A Complete Unknown” and the power of celebrity.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything
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50min
January 10, 2025 Popcast Live! Counting Down Our Favorite Music Moments of 2024
A final look back at some of our favorite characters, trends and micro-moments of 2024, recorded live at S.O.B.’s in New York in December. Plus: IRL listener mailbag!Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything
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1h 29min
January 05, 2025 Bad Bunny Interview! His ‘Most Puerto Rican’ Album Yet, Trump Rally Response & L.A. Celeb Problems
Upon the release of his new album, “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” the world-conquering Latin superstar discusses why it's filled with traditional sounds and rhythms from his homeland.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything
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1h 1min
December 25, 2024 Debating the Best Albums of the Year: Charli! Mk.gee! MJ!
A conversation about how peak pop stars are thinking of LPs in an increasingly singles-driven landscape. Guests: Jon Pareles and Lindsay Zoladz.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything
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56min
December 21, 2024 André 3000 Interview & Surprise Newsroom Performance!
After a wide-ranging conversation, the rapper-turned-flutist improvised with his band in the newsroom of The New York Times.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything
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1h 24min
December 13, 2024 The Messy Modern Music Business, According to Larry Jackson
An interview with the record label veteran and Gamma founder, who has worked closely with Whitney Houston, Drake, Chief Keef and Lana Del Rey.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything
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1h 47min
December 07, 2024 Is the Real ‘Wicked’ Movie the Press Tour?
A conversation about the musical’s transfer from stage to screen, and the lead actresses who are bringing new narratives to their roles. Guest: Joe CoscarelliUnlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything
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56min
November 28, 2024 Kendrick Lamar’s Never-Ending Battles
The Los Angeles rapper returns with his (surprise) sixth album, itching to escape his Drake drama, but still benefiting from it. Guest: Joe Coscarelli. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything
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1h 3min
November 20, 2024 How Will Popular Culture Change in Trump’s Second Term?
His first term was marked by backlash and protest. But the president-elect has found new streams of embrace and approval. Guest: Joe Coscarelli.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything
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52min
November 11, 2024 Remembering Quincy Jones, a Bridge Between Genres and Generations
A conversation about his long and unique footprint in music, and how he discussed it later in his career. Guest: David Marchese.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything
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44min

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