Pop Shop Podcast

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Pop Shop Podcast 8/28/14: Taylor Swift Hits No. 1, Nicki Minaj, Wiz Khalifa, Ariana Grande Aug 28, 2014

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On this week's podcast, Jason and Keith break down Taylor Swift's triumphant No. 1 debut on the Hot 100 chart: how "Shake It Off" made it happen, why debuting atop the Hot 100 chart is so rare, and whether or not the single's run at No. 1 can continue for multiple weeks. Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj's "Anaconda" has slithered to No. 2 on the Hot 100 -- can the single reach the heights of "Super Bass" or "Starships"? The guys also discuss Wiz Khalifa's No. 1 album debut and his track record as a hit-maker (as well as a giant blunt-roller), and forecast Ariana Grande's sales for the first week of My Everything. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Pop Shop Podcast 8/25/14: MTV VMAs Recap Aug 25, 2014

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Jason and Keith chat for a special Monday podcast to discuss the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards, including the best performances, most memorable onstage moments and Keith's experience on the red carpet. The guys talk about Beyonce's stunning finale, Taylor Swift's debut of "Shake It Off," the wacky Jessie/Ariana/Nicki opening, Sam Smith's somber performance, Miley Cyrus' video of the year acceptance non-speech, 5 Seconds of Summer choosing to perform a ballad and much more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Pop Shop Podcast 8/21/14: Robyn + Royksopp Interview, Taylor Swift Returns, Troye Sivan Debuts Aug 21, 2014

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On this week's episode, Robyn & Royksopp stop by the show to talk about their collaborative "mini-album" release "Do It Again," as well as their current tour and the individual projects they have in the works (Robyn is working on a new EP, and Royksopp has a new album out in November!). Jason and Keith also discuss Taylor Swift's "Shake It Off," her new pop sound and whether or not the single could debut at No. 1 on the Hot 100 chart; Ariana Grande and Iggy Azalea dominating the Hot 100 chart with three songs each in the Top 10; Troye Sivan's surprising Top 10 debut with his first EP; and the MTV Video Music Awards, and which artists could see chart rises from their performances at the ceremony. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Pop Shop Podcast 8/14/14: Meghan Trainor Talks 'All About That Bass,' Hot 100 Songs To Watch Aug 14, 2014

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On this week's episode, "All About That Bass" star Meghan Trainor opens up about her surprise Hot 100 smash, becoming a role model, her own body image issues and what fans can expect from her debut album. Jason and Keith also discuss this month's Hot 100 songs to watch -- the singles that are slowly creeping up the chart, and could become inescapable soon -- from Tove Lo, Jeremih, Katy Perry, Bobby Shmurda and more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Pop Shop Podcast 8/7/14: Jessie J Acoustic Performance & Interview, 'Fancy' vs. 'Rude' Aug 07, 2014

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On this week's episode, Jessie J stops by the Pop Shop Podcast to discuss the making of her new Top 10 hit "Bang Bang," including why she, Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj form the ultimate "girl band" even though they hadn't met when the song was released; the U.K. singer also performs an acoustic version of "Bang Bang" exclusively on the Pop Shop Podcast! Jason and Keith also discuss Iggy Azalea's "Fancy" vs. MAGIC!'s "Rude" as the Song of the Summer battle heats up. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Pop Shop Podcast 8/4/14: Lollapalooza 2014 (Eminem, Iggy Azalea, Lorde) Aug 04, 2014

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On this special episode, Jason once again flies solo and hosts live from Lollapalooza 2014 alongside Billboard.com editors Tye Comer and Denise Warner. The trio chats about Eminem's headlining set and guest star Rihanna; the madness of Iggy Azalea's Lollapalooza crowd; chatting backstage with Lorde; Outkast's much-improved headlining shows, and more. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Pop Shop Podcast 7/31/14: Hilary Duff Interview, 5 Seconds of Summer, Sia, Jason Aldean Jul 31, 2014

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Hilary Duff is this week's special Pop Shop Podcast guest, and the pop star gets personal about why she left her singing career behind, what fans can expect from her new music and what it was like working with her current musical idol, Ed Sheeran. Before that, Jason and Keith celebrate pop music's "Australia" week" by discussing 5 Seconds of Summer's huge debut atop the Billboard 200 chart, and Sia's arrival in the Top 10 of the Hot 100 chart. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Pop Shop Podcast 7/24/14: Jack Antonoff Interview, 5 Seconds of Summer, 'Weird Al' Jul 24, 2014

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This week's special guest is Bleachers mastermind/fun. guitarist Jack Antonoff, who talks about his new album "Strange Desire," how a solo album sprouted from fun.'s last world tour, the quiet sadness of "I Wanna Get Better" and what the future holds for fun. and Bleachers. Jason and Keith also discuss the surprisingly strong sales debut of "Weird Al" Yankovic's "Mandatory Fun" album; the impending arrival of 5 Seconds of Summer's debut album on the charts; Pharrell and Miley Cyrus' new video for "Come Get It Bae"; and Kiesza's Hot 100 debut with "Hideaway." For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Pop Shop Podcast 7/17/14: Fifth Harmony Interview, MAGIC! Hits No. 1, Disclosure, Weird Al Jul 18, 2014

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On this week's episode, special guests Fifth Harmony join the Pop Shop Podcast to discuss their new single "Bo$$," which debuts on this week's Hot 100 chart, as well as their upcoming debut album, new choreography and why they don't watch YouTube videos of their "X Factor" performances. Jason and Keith also discuss the rise of MAGIC!'s "Rude" to the top of the Hot 100 chart, and what finally pushed it past "Fancy"; Disclosure's "Latch" reaching the Top 10 two years after its original release; an abysmal album sales week, and what we can hope for in the fourth quarter; and next week's battle for chart supremacy between "Weird Al" Yankovic and Jason Mraz. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Pop Shop Podcast 7/10/14: Shawn Mendes Interview, Sia, Trey Songz Jul 10, 2014

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This week's special guest is 15-year-old Vine star Shawn Mendes, who announced his mainstream arrival when his debut single "Life of the Party" rocketed to No. 24 on the Hot 100 chart in its first week. Jason and Keith also talked about Trey Songz's No. 1 album debut; Sia's "1000 Forms of Fear"; Hot 100 moves by Ariana Grande, 5 Seconds of Summer, Charli XCX and Maroon 5; and an awesome chart stat of the week about the Rolling Stones. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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