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Switched on Pop

Vulture
Holiday Music
Christmas Album
Comedy Music
The Star Spangled Banner
Matt Rogers
Mariah Carey
Last Christmas
Ariana Grande
National Anthem
Adult Contemporary
Pop Music
Las Culturistas
Queer Perspectives
Lil Nas X
Musicals
Super Bowl
Whitney Houston
Shaka Khan
Mrs. Claus
Sped Up Remixes

Listen closer to pop music — hear how it moves us. Hosted by musicologist Nate Sloan & songwriter Charlie Harding. From Vulture and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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In June 2025, indie veterans Deerhoof scrubbed their entire catalog from the world’s dominant streaming platform. The catalyst wasn't low royalties, but Spotify co-founder Daniel Ek’s investment in AI military technology through his investment firm P... more

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Recent Guests

Marc Rebillet
A music artist known for his improvisational style.
Episode: "It’s a Hail Mary every time" (with Marc Rebillet)
Greg Saunier
Drummer of Deerhoof
Deerhoof
Episode: Quitting Spotify (ft. Deerhoof)
Satomi Matsuzaki
Bassist and vocalist of Deerhoof
Deerhoof
Episode: Quitting Spotify (ft. Deerhoof)
Chris Della Riva
brilliant music data scientist who studies chart-topping songs
author of Uncharted Territory
Episode: What do John C. Reilly and Taylor Swift have in common? The Great American Songbook
John C. Reilly
actor and musician known for his character Mr. Romantic
performer involved in the Great American Songbook
Episode: What do John C. Reilly and Taylor Swift have in common? The Great American Songbook
Zara Larsson
Swedish pop singer known for her hit songs and contributions to Swedish pop culture
Episode: Stockholm syndrome: Why we can't resist Swedish pop (ft. Zara Larsson)
Andrew Bird
Virtuosic multi-instrumentalist known for his creative violin playing.
Episode: Fleetwood Mac's Missing Link Album Returns After 50 Years
Madison Cunningham
Grammy Award-winning musician known for her sophisticated guitar finger-picking.
Episode: Fleetwood Mac's Missing Link Album Returns After 50 Years
Sam Sanders
co-host of Vibe Check and the Sam Sanders Show
KCRW
Episode: A brief history of terrible lyrics (with Sam Sanders)

Hosts

Nate Sloan
Musicologist and host, who deepens the listeners' understanding of pop music's cultural impact and artistic elements.
Charlie Harding
Songwriter and host with a knack for exploring the lyrical and cultural layers of pop music.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5.4k ratings
  • The k pop demon hunters episode is wrong 😑

    Zoe says i lived two lives tried to play both sides nottttttttt rumi i love the podcast tho it is great 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZenPenguin
    United States2 months ago
  • 🫶🏻

    I love this podcast - I get a little smarter every time I listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sgenevievepnw
    United States2 months ago
  • This is Jimmy

    🤠

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    ( ) post jimmy on random podcasts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicole or josh
    United States2 months ago
  • AMAZING

    It is great

    It is amazing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The slayest person
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Embarrassing Taylor review

    Actually amusing

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RoaringKitte
    United States2 months ago

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Some critiques mention a perceived shift from musical analysis to more superficial content, reflecting mixed feelings about recent episodes.
Several reviews highlight the engaging and smooth interaction between the hosts, praising their chemistry and humor.
There are requests from fans for more in-depth discussions about the music, expressing a desire for higher quality in album-focused episodes.
Listeners appreciate the podcast's insightful analysis of pop music, emphasizing its educational perspective on music production and cultural trends.

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How Sombr’s bedroom recordings became his biggest hits
Q: What attracts you to that moment?
The sounds and styles from the 2000s make Sombr feel something and he aims to replicate that emotion in his music.
How Sombr’s bedroom recordings became his biggest hits
Q: Where does this track begin? How do you know it's finished?
Sombr starts with a drum loop and builds from there, feeling a euphoric soundscape during the creative process.
How Sombr’s bedroom recordings became his biggest hits
Q: What's the feeling?
The song "Back to Friends" represents the beginning of a new life for Sombr.
"It’s a Hail Mary every time" (with Marc Rebillet)
Q: What did it take to develop fluency with this?
It took nearly a year of performing and practicing in bars and restaurants to refine his show.
"It’s a Hail Mary every time" (with Marc Rebillet)
Q: What does it require of you to be in that space? Like who do you need to be in that moment?
Marc explains that improvisation is a reflex and physicalizing the rhythm is essential.

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The episodes explore the intricate world of popular music, delving into various thematic elements that shape its creation and reception. Frequent discussions center around significant trends in pop culture, the artistry behind songwriting, and the messages conveyed through music across different genres. Noteworthy highlights include in-depth analyses of K-Pop phenomena, discussions with celebrated artists, and explorations of historical contexts surrounding iconic works. Unique facets include live discussions and contributions from notable guests, making it a rich resource for music enthusiasts and industry insiders alike.

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2. Greg Saunier
3. Satomi Matsuzaki
4. Chris Della Riva
5. John C. Reilly
6. Zara Larsson
7. Andrew Bird
8. Madison Cunningham

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