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Taylor Swift's Eras Tour: The Ultimate Breakdown of Opening Night and Beyond Mar 22, 2023

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We dive deep on The Eras Tour, from song choices to staging to guesses at surprises to come and more. Waiss Aramesh, who covered opening night for Rolling Stone, joins Brittany Spanos and host Brian Hiatt for the discussion

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'Hannah Montana' to 'Flowers': Miley Cyrus' Hits, Highs, and Lows, Mar 13, 2023

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We discuss Miley Cyrus' new album 'Endless Summer Vacation,' including her smash 'Flowers' – and look back at her whole wild career path, with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt

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More Terrible Albums by Great Artists Mar 10, 2023

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We look at the second half of our list of 'Genuinely Horrible Albums by Great Artists,' from Kanye West to David Bowie, with the list's author, Andy Greene, joining host Brian Hiatt

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Introducing: Back Issue Mar 09, 2023

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This week we’re introducing something special: Back Issue from Pineapple Street Studios.

Back Issue is BACK with a brand new season! Back Issue reminisces on moments in pop culture’s past that have shaped our present. Each episode brings personal reflection, incredible guests, and plenty of deep belly laughs. Host Josh Gwynn has invited some very special guest co-hosts to share their perspective on some of the most formative stories in pop culture. We start out with not just another hair story but a conversation about the gendered politics of specific hairstyles as Josh sets out on a mission to get a silk press.

We’ll also reflect on iconic award speeches, explore what our brains do on gossip, break down the backstories of Degrassi and Cheetah Girls, decide if Josh should become the next Black ex-pat, and discuss which multi-hyphenate performers are deserving of their flowers.

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Genuinely Horrible Albums by Great Artists Feb 26, 2023

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From Prince to Neil Young to Madonna, we discuss – and argue about – Rolling Stone's picks for the worst albums by great artists, with the list's author, Andy Greene, joining host Brian Hiatt for the discussion.

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Rihanna's Halftime Show: Classic or Low-Energy? Plus: Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. Defends the Grammys Feb 19, 2023

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We look at criticism and praise for Rihanna's long-awaited performance comeback, with Mankaprr Conteh and Tomás Mier joining host Brian Hiatt. Plus: Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. responds to our Grammy critiques from last week

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Why Can't Beyoncé Win Album of the Year? Breaking Down the 2023 Grammys Feb 13, 2023

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We discuss Grammy voters' repeated Beyoncé snubs, and break down the highs and lows of the 2023 Grammys, with Brittany Spanos and Rob Sheffield joining host Brian Hiatt

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The Wildest Left-Turn Albums Ever, From Lil Yachty to Queen to Taylor Swift Feb 06, 2023

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Lil Yachty's psychedelic-rock experiment 'Let's Start Here' isn't the first album to stun fans – we look back at the history of artists taking wild left turns, from Queen getting funky with 'Hot Space' to Taylor Swift shape-shifting on '1989' and much, much more

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The Making of SZA's 'SOS' Jan 29, 2023

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With 'SOS' in its sixth week at number one, we go deep into the making of an instant classic. SZA's collaborators – Rodney Jerkins, Rob Bisel, and Carter Lang – go track by track and tell all about the complex creative process behind the album.

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The Life and Music of David Crosby Jan 28, 2023

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We look back at the chaotic life and gorgeous music of the late David Crosby – and hear unearthed interview audio – with Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young biographer David Browne and Andy Greene joining host Brian Hiatt for the discussion

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