Jon Caramanica

Join pop music critics Jon Pareles, Lindsay Zoladz, and Jon Caramanica as they explore the defining moments of 2024 in music. They discuss the rise of women in pop, highlighting Charlie XCX and Chapel Roan's impact. The discussion delves into the intense feud between Kendrick Lamar and Drake, analyzing its cultural significance. Additionally, they examine the genre crossover of country music in pop, with a spotlight on Beyoncé's bold ‘Cowboy Carter,’ and the evolving landscape of artistry and identity in the music industry.

Join Madison Malone Kircher, an Internet reporter at The New York Times, and Jon Caramanica, its pop music critic, as they dive into summer's cultural highs and lows. Discover their take on a high-profile engagement and its celebrity implications. They hilariously discuss the quirks of a fictional award show and the summer hit 'Golden' from the Netflix film 'K-pop Demon Hunter.' Also, explore the fallout from the 'Coldplay Gate' incident, and learn about the viral charm of Crumbl's unique cookies and TikTok advertising.

Chris Ryan, a contributor to The Ringer known for his sharp insights, joins forces with Jon Caramanica, pop critic at the New York Times and host of Popcast. They delve into Jason Reitman's film ‘Saturday Night,’ exploring its take on the origins of 'Saturday Night Live' and the challenges of capturing its iconic nature. The duo also ranks their top five backstage movies, discussing the intrigue behind the scenes. Later, Jon reviews the unique Lego-animated Pharrell Williams biopic ‘Piece by Piece,’ analyzing its effectiveness in portraying his prolific career.