Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchBreaking Down Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’
Episode 544
For a rapid-response episode, Jon and Joe journey track-by-track through the pop star’s new album, assessing the highs, lows and hot gossip. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcas…
Published on 10 hours ago
Hayley Williams Interview! On the State of Paramore, Going Solo & Touring With Taylor Swift
Episode 543
The Paramore frontwoman goes deep on how the drama and evolution of her beloved, long-running band — now independent after two decades on a major label — has shaped her third solo release, “Ego Death…
Published on 3 days, 10 hours ago
Ed Sheeran Interview! On Overcoming Grief, Fighting for His Songwriting & A Career Full of Hits
Episode 542
The superstar singer-songwriter discusses overcoming personal and professional turmoil ahead of his new album, “Play.” Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You ca…
Published on 3 weeks, 1 day ago
What Was the Song of This Summer? Amelia Dimoldenberg, Zohran Mamdani, Questlove & More Share Their Picks
Episode 541
Is there a universally agreed-upon song of the summer? These days, not really! So we asked some notable cultural figures for their personal favorites. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Ap…
Published on 1 month ago
Earl Sweatshirt Interview! On ‘Live Laugh Love,’ Growing Up in Odd Future & Becoming a Dad
Episode 540
The cult rapper, who broke out at 16, discusses his new album, his relationship with Tyler, the Creator and how he cut his own path around fame and into fatherhood. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/pod…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
Anticipating Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’
Episode 539
The singer’s twelfth album is being teased as a pivot back to pop bangers. We break down why (and why she announced it the way she did). Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts a…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
BigXthaPlug Interview! From Solitary Confinement to Nashville’s Favorite Rapper
Episode 538
The Dallas M.C. traces his journey from high school football star to petty criminal to country music’s go-to collaborator, ahead of a new album featuring Luke Combs, Shaboozey, Jelly Roll and Ella La…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
MGK Interview! On Bob Dylan, Megan Fox, Rehab & His New Pop Album
Episode 537
The polarizing rapper-turned-singer discusses making rock legends into fans, blowing up his life, the harrowing abuse that shaped him and his latest musical pivot, "Lost Americana." Subscribe today a…
Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Ethel Cain Interview! On Knowing When to Apologize & When to Stand Firm
Episode 536
The singer discusses returning to the spotlight following a successful debut, an ambient detour and some recent controversy. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. …
Published on 2 months ago
Justin Bieber’s Experimental ‘Swag’ Resurgence
Episode 535
Discussing the era-defining pop singer’s most idiosyncratic and musically adventurous release to date. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago