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Popcast

The New York Timeswww.nytimes.com
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. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Listen to this podcast in New York Times Audio, our new iOS app for news subscribers. Download now at nytimes.com/audioapp

Episodes

Popcast: Jazz in Museums

Nate Chinen and Ben Ratliff on the ways jazz is being presented at museum spaces. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Mar 25, 201634 minEp. 71

Popcast: Gwen Stefani Returns

Ben Ratliff, Times music critic and Caryn Ganz, Times pop music editor, discuss the singer’s new album. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Mar 18, 201629 minEp. 70

Popcast: The Art and Future of Criticism

New York Times critics gather to discuss their newly released books. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Mar 11, 20161 hrEp. 69

Popcast: Macklemore’s Aesthetic Mission

Jon Caramanica chats with the rapper about the role of music in creating change. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Feb 26, 201656 minEp. 68

Popcast: Kanye West”s Unfinished Album

A roundtable discussion on “The Life of Pablo.” Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Feb 19, 201653 minEp. 67

Popcast: Beyonce and Rihanna Take a Different Approach

Times critics discuss the recent music releases of each singer. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Feb 12, 201653 minEp. 66

Popcast: R&B’s New Identity

New York Times music critics discuss changes within the genre. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Jan 29, 201627 minEp. 65

Popcast: Tropical House Movement

Ben Ratliff and Michaelangelo Matos discuss the genre. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Jan 22, 201630 minEp. 64

Popcast: Love, Death and David Bowie

A conversation about the pop star’s life and work with the philosopher Simon Critchley, author of “Bowie.” Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Jan 13, 201647 minEp. 63

Popcast: Jazz Moments of 2015

New York Times music critics discuss the year in jazz. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Jan 08, 201635 minEp. 62

Popcast: Making Sense of 2015 in Music

Music critics for The New York Times talk about the themes, currents and big ideas that defined the year. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Dec 30, 201531 minEp. 61

Popcast: Best Songs of 2015

Music critics for The New York Times discuss their favorite songs. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Dec 23, 201534 minEp. 60

Popcast: Best Albums of 2015

Music critics for The New York Times discuss the year’s highlights. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Dec 18, 201539 minEp. 59

Popcast: Joe Casey of Protomartyr

Ben Ratliff chats with Mr. Casey about the lyrics on the band’s album and more. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Dec 11, 201526 minEp. 58

Popcast: Sophie and Grimes

Ben Ratliff and Jon Pareles discuss their approaches to music. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Dec 04, 201524 minEp. 57

Popcast: The Return of Adele

Jon Caramanica and Jon Pareles discuss her new album, “25.” Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Nov 13, 201533 minEp. 56

Popcast: Joanna Newsom

Ben Ratliff and Melissa Marturano talk about the critique of Ms. Newsom and her music. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Oct 30, 201530 minEp. 54

Popcast: Justin Bieber Is Back. Thank Poo Bear.

The Times’s pop music squad on the unlikely songwriter behind “Where Are Ü Now” and “What Do You Mean?” Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Oct 16, 201514 minEp. 53

Popcast: The Influence of ‘808s and Heartbreak’

Times music critics discuss the influence of Kanye West’s album on current musical styles. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Oct 09, 201538 minEp. 52

Popcast: Janet Jackson Returns With ‘Unbreakable’

Times music critics discuss Ms. Jackson’s new album and tour. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Oct 02, 201516 minEp. 51

Lin-Manuel Miranda On How Hip-Hop Influenced Him and ‘Hamilton’

Jon Caramanica and Mr. Miranda discuss the songs and rappers that inspired him and his work. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Sep 25, 201559 minEp. 50

Popcast: Jen Shyu Explores the Unknown

Times critics discuss the jazz artist whose music incorporates poetry and dreams. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Sep 18, 201530 minEp. 49

Popcast: Jon Batiste and ‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’

Times music critics discuss Mr. Batiste’s role as bandleader on the show. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Sep 10, 201526 minEp. 48

Popcast: 2015 MTV Video Music Awards

The night belonged to those who shocked without needing to perform. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Sep 01, 201520 minEp. 47

Popcast: The Weeknd

Times critics discuss The Weeknd’s music and new album, “Beauty Behind the Madness.” Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Aug 28, 201556 minEp. 46

Popcast: ‘Where Are Ü Now’

Times music critics discuss Justin Bieber’s collaboration with Skrillex and Diplo. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Aug 25, 201514 minEp. 45

Carly Rae Jepsen Grows Up

With “Emotion,” the singer known best for “Call Me Maybe” embraces a seductive side to her music. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Aug 21, 201531 minEp. 44

Popcast: ‘Straight Outta Compton’

Jon Caramanica and Reginald C. Dennis, a founding editor of XXL magazine, discuss N.W.A and the film. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Aug 14, 20151 hr 21 minEp. 43

Drake’s Bully Pulpit

Jon Caramanica, Minya Oh and Rawiya Kameir discuss Drake and OVO Fest. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Aug 07, 20151 hr 7 minEp. 42

Popcast: Titus Andronicus

Ben Ratliff and Joe Coscarelli discuss the New Jersey punk band and their new album. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Jul 31, 201527 minEp. 41
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