Poplitically Correct

From Oscar upsets to Grammy snubs, award shows have never been just about trophies. Zach is joined by his friend, Vic Salinas, to break down the politics, performances, and pop culture chaos of the industry’s biggest nights. Who gets recognized, who gets robbed, and why it all matters more than you’d think.

Zach teams up with his Gen Z sister Mariah to break down select songs that accidentally go hard for the revolution.

From breakup anthems that sound like policy critiques to chaotic bangers with protest potential, this episode explores how pop music can hit harder than a political ad… even when it doesn’t mean to. This episode is giving resistance with rhythm.

Join Zach and his brother Isaiah as they recap and reflect on their experience at the 2025 Funky Latina Music Festival. This first mini-episode that we will be calling a Poplitical Pulse is a beautiful example of why representation matters and the power of building community.

Pop divas do more than entertain—they shape culture, spark conversations, and use their platforms for activism. In this episode, host Zach is joined by his best friend, Tasha Spoo, to explore how icons in music and film turn their art into statements.

From Beyoncé’s COWBOY CARTER to Chappell Roan’s queer advocacy; from the themes of Wicked to Melissa Barrera’s act of protest against oppressive producers, they discuss the risks, rewards, and impact of blending artistry with activism—plus, can men be Poplitical Divas too? Find out now!

Stan culture has taken over the internet—but what happens when it takes over politics, too? In this episode of Poplitically Correct, Zach is joined by his good friend Emily Richardson, a communications and policy pro in state government, to break down the rise of political fandoms. Are we treating politicians like pop stars? Do Stans help or hurt democracy? And is blind loyalty ever a good thing? From the power of online movements to the chaos of unhinged Twitter wars, we’re diving deep into the Stan-ocratic Party.

Defining what it means to “think Poplitically” and setting the stage for the show’s perspective.