Episode Details

In this episode of pplpod, we profile the global phenomenon Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, better known as Bad Bunny. We trace his explosion from a supermarket bagger in Vega Baja to the "King of Latin Trap," eventually becoming one of the most streamed artists on the planet. We break down his massive 2026, which saw him become the first solo Latino artist to headline the Super Bowl halftime show and the first artist ever to win the Grammy for Album of the Year with a Spanish-language album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos.

We also discuss:

• Activism & Controversy: Why he refused to tour the U.S. in 2025 due to concerns over ICE and his commitment to Puerto Rico through his massive "El Choli" residency.

• Wrestling Stardom: His surprising success in the WWE, including his street fight against Damian Priest at Backlash.

• Breaking Barriers: How he challenges traditional masculinity through fashion and drag, and his vocal allyship with the LGBTQ+ community.

• Personal Life: His relationships with Gabriela Berlingeri and Kendall Jenner.

Join us as we cover the music, the moves, and the message behind the world's biggest pop star.